DCⅡ SS Season 2's appeal and reviews: A touching reunion and a new story

The appeal and evaluation of DCⅡ SS (Da Capo II Second Season)

Overview

"DCⅡ SS (Da Capo II Second Season)" is a TV anime series based on the 18+ game by CIRCUS. The 13-episode series aired from April 6 to June 29, 2008, and follows a story centered around Sakurauchi Yoshiyuki. It aired on tvk, UHF independent stations, and Kids Station, and each episode is 30 minutes long. It was produced by Ganges, animated by feel., and produced by the Da Capo II Production Committee (CIRCUS, KING RECORDS, GANSIS, Lantis). Copyright © CIRCUS/Da Capo II SS Production Committee.

■ Story

Snow is falling on the cherry trees that never die. Sakurauchi Yoshiyuki is now able to smile and talk to Tsukishima Kotori, a classmate with whom he once had a misunderstanding. As he works hard to prepare for the Christmas party at Kazami Academy with her, Yoshiyuki spins a new story with Asakura Otome and Asakura Yume. It is a story of moving towards a future filled with happiness and hope. However, Yoshioki Sakura notices something strange and is alone, her expression clouding. Even the warmest dreams will eventually end. She should have known that... What impact will the strangeness she senses have on Yoshiyuki and the others' daily lives...?

■Explanation

"DCⅡSS" is a story that moves towards a future filled with happiness and hope. It was widely accepted not only by fans of the original game, but also by anime fans. In particular, the growth of the characters and the changes in human relationships are carefully depicted, deeply moving viewers. According to a quote from Bandai Channel, this work is evaluated as "a story that moves towards a future filled with happiness and hope."

■Cast

The main cast includes:

• Yoshiyuki Sakurauchi: Shintaro Asanuma
• Asakura Otome: Takagaki Ayahi
• Yume Asakura: Yui Horie
• Tsukishima Kokoro: Nanjo Yoshino
• Nanaka Shirakawa: Minori Chihara
• Yukimura An: Okajima Tae
• Akane Hanasaki: Natsumi Yanase
• Wataru Itabashi: Kappei Yamaguchi
• Suginami: Daisuke Kishio
• Maya Sawai: Kaori Mizuhashi
• Yoshino Sakura: Yukari Tamura
• Maika Mizukoshi: Yu Asakawa
• Mayuki Takasaka: Shizuka Ito
• Harimao: Sayaka Aoki

■ Main staff

The key staff members are:

• Original author: CIRCUS
• Planning: Kazutoshi Matsumura
• Director: Hideki Okamoto
• Series Composition: Tomoharu Amano
• Chief scenario writer: Katsumi Hasegawa
• Character design: Noriko Shimazawa
• Sub-design: Kuniaki Masuda
• Chief Director: Oikawa Kei
• Assistant Director: Masahiro Sonoda
• Art director: Naoko Kosakabe
• Color design: Yumi Yuya
• Director of photography: Takeshi Kuchiba
• Edited by Jun Taguma
• Sound Director: Hiromi Kikuta
• Music: Tomoki Kikutani, Kaoru Okubo
• Music Production: Lantis
• Music producers: Yoshiyuki Ito, Shigeru Saito
• Producers: Katsutomo Kikuchi, Tsuyoshi Yadori, Tomoko Kawasaki, Shigeru Saito
• Planning cooperation and production: Ganges
• Animation production: feel.
• Production: Da Capo II Production Committee (CIRCUS, KING RECORDS, GANSIS, Lantis)

■ Main Characters

The main character traits are:

• Asakura Otome: The perfect, doting older sister
• Yume Asakura: Stubborn and clumsy younger sister
• Tsukishima Kotori: A brave and hardworking childhood friend
• Nanaka Shirakawa: A slightly devilish school idol
• Yukimura An: The little sharp-tongued classmate

■Subtitle

The subtitles and broadcast dates for each episode are as follows:

• Episode 1: Like Deep Snow (2008/04/05)
• Episode 2: Snow's Secret Room (2008/04/12)
• Episode 3: The Wizard of Justice (2008/04/19)
• Episode 4: The Shape of Happiness (2008/04/26)
• Episode 5: Snowfield of Disappointment (2008/05/03)
• Episode 6: Sakura Labyrinth (2008/05/10)
• Episode 7: An Unchangeable Dream (2008/05/17)
• Episode 8: Cherries and Big Brother (2008/05/24)
• Episode 9: Breaking Spring (2008/05/31)
• Episode 10: The End of the Dream (2008/06/07)
• Episode 11: The Withered Island (2008/06/14)
• Episode 12: The Depths of Memory (2008/06/21)
• Episode 13: The Seasons Come Around (2008/06/28)

■ Related works

The following titles are related to DCII SS:

• DC Da Capo
• DCSS Da Capo Second Season
• DCif Da Capo If
• DCⅡ Da Capo II
• DCⅢ Da Capo III

■ Theme songs and music

The theme songs and insert songs are as follows:

• OP1: Sakura Amanek Sekai
  • Lyricist: tororo
  • Composer: tororo
  • Arrangement: Junpei Fujita
  • Sung by: yozuca*
• ED1: Where are we going?
  • Lyricist: rino
  • Composer: rino
  • Arrangement: Kaoru Okubo
  • Sung by: CooRie
• ED2: Don't disappear...
  • Lyricist: yozuca*
  • Composer: yozuca*
  • Arrangement: Takago Higashi
  • Sung by: yozuca*
• ED3: After the Rain
  • Lyricist: rino
  • Composer: rino
  • Arrangement: Kaoru Okubo
  • Sung by: CooRie
• IN1: love☆mind
  • Lyricist: yozuca*
  • Composer: yozuca*
  • Arrangement: Takago Higashi
  • Sung by: yozuca*
• IN2: Into the heart of falling cherry blossoms
  • Lyricist: rino
  • Composer: rino
  • Arrangement: Kiyoshi Ando
  • Sung by: CooRie
• IN3: Quiet Determination
  • Lyricist: rino
  • Composer: yozuca*
  • Arrangement: Kiyoshi Ando
  • Sung by: yozurino*

■ Evaluation and impressions

"DCⅡSS" was widely accepted not only by fans of the original game, but also by anime fans. In particular, the character growth and changes in human relationships are carefully depicted, deeply moving viewers. The story of Sakurauchi Yoshiyuki's growth and the changes in his relationships with Asakura Otohime, Asakura Yume, and Tsukishima Kotori evoke empathy from viewers. In addition, the suspense elements centered on the strange events surrounding Yoshimi Yoshimi also add depth to the story.

Feel., the animation studio, enhanced the visual appeal with beautiful backgrounds and character designs. The cherry blossom and snow scenes are particularly visually stunning and enhance the atmosphere of the story. Music is also an important element in enhancing the emotions of the story, and the singing voices of yozuca* and CooRie touch the hearts of viewers.

This work is highly regarded as a story of moving towards a future filled with happiness and hope, but at the same time, it also depicts the harshness of reality and the end of dreams, deeply moving viewers. In particular, the final episode, "Changing Seasons," is an ending that leaves a strong impression on viewers.

■ Recommendation points

Here are some reasons why we recommend DCII SS:

• Character growth and changes in relationships: The changes in the relationships between Yoshiyuki Sakurauchi, Otohime Asakura, Yume Asakura, and Koharu Tsukishima are carefully depicted. The viewer will empathize with their growth and be drawn into the story.
• Beautiful animation: The beautiful background and character designs by feel. add to the visual appeal. The cherry blossom and snow scenes in particular are visually stunning and enhance the atmosphere of the story.
• Emotional music: The vocals of yozuca* and CooRie bring out the emotions of the story. In particular, the theme song "Sakura Amanek Sekai" and the ending song "Bokutachi no Yukue" will touch the hearts of viewers.
• Suspense: The suspense surrounding Sakura's strange happenings adds depth to the story. It keeps viewers interested in how the story will unfold and makes them look forward to the next episode.
• A happy and hopeful future: This work is praised for its story that leads to a happy and hopeful future. Viewers find hope and are touched by the story.

■ Summary

"DCⅡSS" is a TV anime series depicting a story that revolves around Sakurauchi Yoshiyuki. The growth of the characters and the changes in relationships are carefully depicted, deeply moving the viewer. The beautiful animation and moving music also enhance the appeal of the story. In particular, the suspense elements centered on the strange events surrounding Yoshiki Sakura add depth to the story. This work is highly regarded as a story that moves towards a future filled with happiness and hope, and the ending leaves a strong impression on the viewer. Please give it a watch.