Wignall Lindor in Wistoria: Wand and Sword is voiced by Kengo Kawanishi in the Japanese version and Blake McNamara in the English dub. Wignall is a 75-year-old male character with green hair and green eyes, standing 1.76 m tall, and appears as a supporting figure in the series — a casting that calls for a voice capable of conveying both authority and nuance befitting an elder presence in a magic-dominated world.
Kengo Kawanishi (Japanese Voice Actor)
About Kengo
Kengo Kawanishi is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Pro-Fit. He has built a reputation over the course of his career for portraying characters with quiet intensity and emotional depth, often gravitating toward roles that require a measured, introspective delivery. His voice carries a natural warmth that allows him to portray both youthful and more seasoned characters with equal conviction.
In Wistoria: Wand and Sword, Kawanishi takes on the dual role of both Wignall Lindor and Ignor Lindor, demonstrating his versatility within a single production. His ability to differentiate characters vocally while maintaining consistency makes him a natural fit for the Lindor roles, which carry narrative weight in the series.
Kawanishi has steadily risen to prominence in the anime industry through a string of critically appreciated performances, particularly in emotionally complex roles. His work spans a wide range of genres, from action and fantasy to slice-of-life and drama, making him one of the more well-rounded voice talents working in the Japanese industry today.
Career Highlights
- Wignall Lindor / Ignor Lindor – Wistoria: Wand and Sword
- Rei Kiriyama – March Comes in Like a Lion
- Meliodas – The Seven Deadly Sins (flashback/young)
- Natsuo Fujii – Domestic Girlfriend
- Kokichi Ouma – Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony (video game)
- Shino Asada (Sinon) – Sword Art Online: Alicization
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Selected, Chronological Highlights)
- 2016 – Rei Kiriyama – March Comes in Like a Lion
- 2019 – Natsuo Fujii – Domestic Girlfriend
- 2019 – Various roles – Sword Art Online: Alicization
- 2024 – Wignall Lindor / Ignor Lindor – Wistoria: Wand and Sword
Video Games (Selected)
- Kokichi Ouma – Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony
Critical Reception
Kawanishi’s performance as Wignall Lindor has not been the subject of widespread individual critical analysis at the time of writing, though his broader body of work — particularly his portrayal of Rei Kiriyama in March Comes in Like a Lion — has earned significant praise from the anime community. Fans of Wistoria: Wand and Sword can follow coverage of the series on Anime News Network and on the show’s MyAnimeList page.
Blake McNamara (English Voice Actor)
About Blake
Blake McNamara is an English-language voice actor who has contributed to the Crunchyroll dub of Wistoria: Wand and Sword as Wignall Lindor. The English dub of the series was produced by Crunchyroll and directed by Jeremy Inman, premiering on July 21, 2024, shortly after the Japanese broadcast began on July 7, 2024.
McNamara’s casting in Wistoria: Wand and Sword places him alongside a dub ensemble that includes experienced performers such as Monica Rial, Phil Parsons, and Jim Foronda. While detailed biographical information about McNamara is not widely documented in public sources, his inclusion in a Crunchyroll production of this scale speaks to his standing within the English dub voice acting community.
The English dub of Wistoria: Wand and Sword has been well-received as a faithful and engaging adaptation, and McNamara’s contribution as the supporting character Wignall Lindor forms part of a broader ensemble effort that has helped the series find an audience beyond Japanese-speaking viewers.
Career Highlights
- Wignall Lindor – Wistoria: Wand and Sword
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (Voice Acting)
- 2024 – Wignall Lindor – Wistoria: Wand and Sword
Critical Reception
Individual critical commentary on Blake McNamara’s performance as Wignall Lindor is limited at the time of writing. The English dub as a whole has been positively noted by viewers, and further coverage of the production can be found on Anime News Network and MyAnimeList.
