The appeal and evaluation of Rosario + Vampire CAPU 2 [Chuu~♥]: The sequel's depth and character growth

Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chu~♥] - Fascinating school life and new encounters

"Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chuu~♥]" is the second season of the TV anime series based on the popular manga by Akihisa Ikeda, and was broadcast from October 2nd to December 25th, 2008. A year has passed since Aono Tsukune, an ordinary boy, enrolled in Youkai Academy, which is full of monsters. While he is enjoying his rosy school life with beautiful girls, new characters appear and the story becomes even more chaotic. In this article, we will introduce the appeal and highlights of "Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chuu~♥]", details of the characters, information about the production staff, and other points of recommendation for fans.

story

A year has passed since Aono Tsukune enrolled in Youkai Academy, which is full of youkai, due to a mistake. At first, Tsukune was scared of the youkai, but he met beautiful girls such as Akaya Moka, Kurono Kurumu, Sendou Yukari, and Shirayuki Mizore, and enjoyed school life. Spring break is over, and Tsukune heads to school, looking forward to reuniting with Moka. However, a new character, Moka's sister, Shuzen Kokoa, enrolls at Youkai Academy. With her arrival, Tsukune's school life becomes even more turbulent.

Commentary

"Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chu~♥]" is the second season of the TV series, produced on the back of the popularity of the original comic. The relationships between the characters established in the first season will be further deepened, while the introduction of new characters will breathe new life into the story. In particular, the appearance of Moka's sister, Kokoa, will have a major impact on the relationship between Tsukune and Moka, and will be an important element in drawing viewers in. In addition, the characters' growth, friendships, and romance will be depicted through the daily life and events at Youkai Academy, providing viewers with both emotion and laughter.

cast

The cast of "Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chu~♥]" is as follows. The voice actors of each character will captivate viewers with their performances that bring out the individuality of the character to the fullest.

• Aono Tsukune: Daisuke Kishio
• Moka Akaya: Nana Mizuki
• Kurono Yume: Misato Fukuen
• Sendo Murasaki: Kimiko Koyama
• Snow White Sleet: Rie Kugimiya
• Orange Ruby: Chiba Saeko
• Shuzen Kokoa: Chiwa Saito
• Cat Eye Shizuka: Kikuko Inoue
• Silver Shadow of the Forest Hills: Tomokazu Seki
• Kotaro Ijuin, Mysterious Bat: Takehito Koyasu
• Driver: Michihiro Inoue
• Kasumi Aono: Haruhi Terada
• Kyoko Aono: Sachiko Kojima
• The Lady of the Small Pot: Yasuyuki Kase
• Lilith: Maria Kawamura
• Riko the Basket Girl: Aya Hisakawa
• Komiya Kuzo: Nobuyuki Hiyama
• Chairman: Masaharu Sato
• Kurono Ageha: Honda Chieko

Main Staff

Many staff members were involved in the production of "Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chuu~♥]". Each staff member did their best to bring out the unique charm of the anime while faithfully recreating the original work. Below is an introduction to the main staff members.

• Original author: Akihisa Ikeda
• Produced by Kazuhiko Torishima, Shinichiro Ishikawa, Osamu Fujioka, Imagine
• Executive Producers: Naoki Watanabe, Hideyuki Namba
• Producers: Soji Machida, Shinya Shinozaki, Taichi Hashimoto, Satoshi Matsui, Shinichi Ikeda
• Planning cooperation: Makoto Watanabe, Jump SQ. editorial department
• Director: Takayuki Inagaki
• Series Composition: Hiroshi Yamaguchi
• Main character design: Mariko Fujita
• Monster design, prop design: Kobe Yoko
• Setting cooperation: Tomohiro Kawahara, Miyuki Nakamura
• Art setting: Shigemi Ikeda (Atelier Musa), Shuichi Okubo (Atelier Musa)
• Chief animation director: Satoru Kiyomaru
• Art director: Shigemi Ikeda (Atelier Musa)
• Color design: Suzuki Toshie
• Special effects: Inoie Shin
• Director of photography: Masanori Sasaki
• Edited by: Kiyoshi Hirose
• Assistant Editor: Akari Saito
• 2D graphics and logo design: Yosuke Nanjo
• 3D CGI: Kazuya Yamagata
• Modeling: Takeshi Goto
• Modeling assistance: Atelier Sai
• Music: Kohei Tanaka, Shiro Hamaguchi
• Music Production: FVM, Imagine
• Music cooperation: King Records, Akio Mishima, Noriko Nakamura
• Sound producer: Toru Nakano
• Recording Director: Takeshi Takadera
• Sound effects: Kenji Koyama
• Sound Mixer: Ryoko Nashimoto
• Sound Editor: Kento Miyamoto
• Sound production and recording studio: HALF H・P ​​STUDIO
• Sound Production Manager: Yusuke Watanabe
• Online Editing Studio: Q-Tech
• Online Editor: Tetsuro Tsukada
• Online Editorial Desk: Masaaki Okamoto
• Publicity: Kimika Kodachi, Mutsumi Oishi
• Product development manager: Sugiura Hitoshi
• Assistant producers: Takashi Yoshizawa, Hiroki Goto
• Production producer: Satoru Yoshida
• Animation Production: GONZO
• Produced by: Youkai Gakuen Newspaper Club (Shueisha, GDH, Happinet, Yomiuri Advertising)

Main Characters

The main characters in "Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chu~♥]" are all unique and attractive characters. Below are details about the main characters.

• Tsukune Aono is an ordinary boy who enrolled in Youkai Academy due to a mistake, but he enjoys school life despite the unusual circumstances. He is surprisingly liked by many beautiful girls, including Moka.
• Akashiya Moka is a beautiful vampire girl who, when she finds Tsukune, can't resist the urge to "suck" him and gives him a cup kiss. Ura Moka's kick is a sure kill.
• Kurono Kurumu is a beautiful succubus who appears as the lively girl of Youkai Academy. She approaches Tsukune with her sex appeal and innocence, but she also has a pure side.
• Sendou Shi is a genius witch with a pointy hat who skipped a grade and is in the same class as Tsukune and the others. She likes Tsukune and Moka, and often fights with Yumu, using her sex appeal to rival her.
• Shirayuki Mizore is a beautiful snow girl who was initially absent from school, but thanks to Tsukito's presence she joined the group. She continues to watch over Tsukito without anyone knowing.
• Shuzen Kokoa is Moeka's sister and recently enrolled at Youkai Academy. Unlike Moeka, she does not have a rosary, but she has a special constitution that is different from Moeka's.
• Ruhito Ojou is a beautiful witch who became a friend after a fight with Tsukune and the others in the human world. She works as an office worker at Youkai Academy.
• Nekome Shizuka continues to be the homeroom teacher, in charge of modern Japanese language, and also serves as the advisor for the newspaper club. Since there is no need to hide her true identity at school, she is confident in her role as a teacher.
• Morioka Silver Shadow
  He is the head of the newspaper club in the year above, and is actually a werewolf. He loves cameras and always carries one with him, making the most of his speed.
• This character has been timing and instructing Moeka on her battles since the beginning of Mysterious Bat , but in CAPU2 his true role becomes clear.

subtitle

The subtitles for each episode of "Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chuu♥]" are as follows. Each episode depicts a different theme or event, entertaining the viewers.

• Episode 1: Reunion and Vampires (2008/10/01)
• Episode 2: Little Sister and the Vampire (2008/10/08)
• Episode 3: Mother, Child and Vampire (2008/10/15)
• Episode 4: Physical Examination and Vampires (2008/10/22)
• Episode 5: Curry and Vampires (2008/10/29)
• Episode 6: School Trip and Vampires (2008/11/05)
• Episode 7: Bathroom and Vampire (2008/11/12)
• Episode 8: Youth and Vampires (2008/11/19)
• Episode 9: Skiing and Vampires (2008/11/26)
• Episode 10: Beautiful Boy and Vampire (2008/12/03)
• Episode 11: Lilith's Mirror and the Vampire (2008/12/10)
• Episode 12: Seal and Vampire (2008/12/17)
• Episode 13: The Cross, the Family, and the Vampire (2008/12/24)

Related Titles

"Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chu~♥]" is based on the original comic "Rosario + Vampire." By reading the original comic, you can learn more about the story and the background of the characters. There is also the first season of the TV anime series "Rosario + Vampire," and by watching this too, you can get a full picture of the story.

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and insert songs for "Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chuu~♥]" are as follows. In particular, the opening theme "DISCOTHEQUE" and the ending theme "Trinity Cross" are impressive with Nana Mizuki's powerful singing voice, capturing the hearts of viewers.

• OP1
  
  • Song title: DISCOTHEQUE
  • Lyricist: Ryoji Sonoda
  • Composer: Noriyasu Agematsu
  • Arrangement: Noriyasu Agematsu
  • Sung by: Nana Mizuki
• ED1
  
  • Song Name: Trinity Cross
  • Lyricist: Chiyomaru Shikura
  • Composer: Chiyomaru Shikura
  • Arrangement: Jin Fujima
  • Sung by: Nana Mizuki

Highlights and recommended points

Highlights of "Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Kyu~♥]" are as follows.

• The appearance of a new character, Moka's sister, Kokoa Shuzen, brings a new twist to the story. How her presence will affect the relationship between Tsukune and Moka is sure to pique viewers' interest.
• Character Growth: The characters grow through their school life, which moves the viewer. Tsukune's growth in particular is the central theme of the story.
• The chaotic daily life and events at Youkai Academy are full of humor and action, entertaining the viewers. Episodes such as physical exams, school trips, and skiing are particularly memorable.
• Love stories with beautiful girls The love stories with beautiful girls such as Moka, Yume, Murasaki, and Mizore capture the hearts of viewers. In particular, the relationship between Tsukune and Moka is an important element of the story.
• The charm of the music: The opening theme "DISCOTHEQUE" and the ending theme "Trinity Cross" sung by Nana Mizuki will lift the spirits of the viewers. The background music also plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the story.

Conclusion

"Rosario + Vampire CAPU2 [Chu~♥]" is an appealing work that depicts the crazy school life at Youkai Academy, which is full of monsters, and the new developments that come with the appearance of new characters. It depicts the growth of the characters, friendships, and love affairs, providing viewers with emotion and laughter. In particular, the appearance of Moka's sister, Kokoa, breathes new life into the story and has a major impact on the relationship between Tsukune and Moka. The theme song sung by Mizuki Nana will also capture the hearts of viewers. Be sure to watch this work and enjoy the crazy school life with the charming characters of Youkai Academy.