The appeal and evaluation of "Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!": The sequel's deepening and new adventures

Detailed review and recommendation of Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei! - Fate Kaleid Liner Prisma Illya 2wei -

Overview

"Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!" is a TV anime series based on the original work by TYPE-MOON and Hiroshi Hiroyama, which aired from July 11 to September 12, 2014. The series tells the new story of Illyasviel von Einzbern and her companions as they continue their adventures as magical girls. The original work is derived from an 18+ game, and the manga version serialized in Monthly Comp Ace has also become popular.

■Broadcast information

This anime was broadcast on multiple stations, including TOKYO MX, Sun TV, TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting, Chiba TV, Teletama, Gifu Broadcasting, Mie Television Broadcasting, tvk, BS11, and AT-X. Broadcast times differed for each station, but for example, on TOKYO MX it was broadcast every Wednesday from 25:35 to 26:05. In addition, on AT-X it was broadcast repeatedly, with a schedule that took into consideration the convenience of viewers, from 9:00 every Saturday, from 28:00 on Mondays, and from 16:00 on Wednesdays.

■Production information

The director was Shin Ohnuma, the general director was Masato Jimbo, the series composition was Kenji Inoue, and the script was written by Hazuki Minase. The character designs were by Nozomi Ushijima, the art director was Ken Tateishi, the editor was Kentaro Tsubone, the sound director was Masaki Tsuchiya, and the music was by Tatsuya Kato. The animation was produced by SILVER LINK. and the production was handled by the "Prisma☆Illya 2wei!" Production Committee.

■ Story

Illyasviel von Einzbern is tricked by the Magical Ruby and becomes a magical girl. Following the instructions of the ruby's original owner, Tohsaka Rin, she completes her mission to retrieve her "Class Cards" and is able to return to a peaceful daily life. However, a new mission awaits her. It is to inject magical power into the earth's veins to stabilize them, but trouble occurs and a new story begins. In this new story, a mysterious girl named Kuro will play an important role.

■ Characters

Illyasviel von Einzbern is a bright and energetic fifth grade elementary school student who has high magical girl qualities and cares for her stepbrother, Emiya Shirou. Miyu is another magical girl who made a contract with Magical Sapphire, and she excels in academics, physical strength, and combat abilities. Kuro is a mysterious girl who looks just like Illya, and her existence is at the center of the story. Tohsaka Rin and Luviagelita Edelfelt are magicians who came to Fuyuki City to retrieve class cards, and are rivals. Magical Ruby and Magical Sapphire can supply infinite magical power with their special magical outfits called Kaleidosticks.

■Cast

The cast is filled with impressive voice actors, including Kadowaki Mai as Illyasviel von Einzbern, Nazuka Kaori as Miyu, Saito Chiwa as Kuro, Ueda Kana as Tohsaka Rin, Itou Shizuka as Luviagelita Edelfelt, Takano Naoko as Magical Ruby, Matsuki Miyu as Magical Sapphire, and Sugiyama Noriaki as Emiya Shirou.

■Subtitle

The subtitles of each episode are as follows:

• Episode 1: Illya grow up!?
• Episode 2: Ilya x Ilya
• Episode 3: Breaker of the Everyday
• Episode 4: Stormy Transfer Student
• Episode 5: That means
• Episode 6: Beyond lies and pretense
• Episode 7: Clash! Cookin' Sisters
• Episode 8: Her Name
• Episode 9: A lonely battle
• Episode 10: What Those Hands Protected

■ Theme songs and music

The opening theme, "Moving Soul," was written by Minami Kuribayashi, composed by Kiyoshi Kuwahara (Arte Refact), arranged by Takuya Sakai (Arte Refact), and sung by Minami Kuribayashi. The ending theme, "TWO BY TWO," was written by Yohei Matsui, composed and arranged by Akira Takada, and sung by Yumeha Koda.

■ Evaluation

"Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!" is praised for its skillful adoption of the magical girl genre while maintaining the deep worldview of the Fate series. In particular, the friendship between Illya and Miyu and the new developments brought about by Kuro's appearance are elements that draw viewers in. In addition, the rivalry between Tohsaka Rin and Luviagelita and the story of their growth as magical girls will move viewers.

The character designs faithfully reproduce the atmosphere of the original work while adding the anime's own unique charm. In particular, Illya's magical girl appearance and Kuro's mysterious presence are visually very appealing. The depiction of the battle scenes is also superb, expressing the strength and beauty of magical girls.

The voice actors' performances are also excellent, especially the bright and energetic voice of Kadowaki Mai who plays Illya and the calm voice of Nazuka Kaori who plays Miyu, which bring out the individuality of the characters. In addition, the dignified voice of Ueda Kana who plays Tohsaka Rin and the haughty voice of Itou Shizuka who plays Luviagelita also add to the charm of the characters.

The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, with the opening theme "Moving Soul" being a powerful song that makes you feel the growth of the magical girls, and the ending theme "TWO BY TWO" being a gentle song that makes you feel friendship and bonds. These songs stir the emotions of the viewer and increase their immersion in the story.

■Recommendation

"Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!" is recommended not only for fans of the Fate series, but also for those who like magical girl anime. In particular, if you are interested in the friendship between Illya and Miyu, or Kuro's mysterious presence, be sure to watch it. Also, don't miss the story of the rivalry between Tohsaka Rin and Luviagelita, and their growth as magical girls.

This work is praised for its skillful adoption of the magical girl genre while maintaining the deep worldview of the Fate series. In particular, the friendship between Illya and Miyu and the new developments brought about by Kuro's appearance are elements that draw viewers in. Additionally, the rivalry between Tohsaka Rin and Luviagelita and the story of their growth as magical girls are deeply moving to the viewer.

The character designs faithfully reproduce the atmosphere of the original work while adding the anime's own unique charm. In particular, Illya's magical girl appearance and Kuro's mysterious presence are visually very appealing. The depiction of the battle scenes is also superb, expressing the strength and beauty of magical girls.

The voice actors' performances are also excellent, especially the bright and energetic voice of Kadowaki Mai who plays Illya and the calm voice of Nazuka Kaori who plays Miyu, which bring out the individuality of the characters. In addition, the dignified voice of Ueda Kana who plays Tohsaka Rin and the haughty voice of Itou Shizuka who plays Luviagelita also add to the charm of the characters.

The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, with the opening theme "Moving Soul" being a powerful song that makes you feel the growth of the magical girls, and the ending theme "TWO BY TWO" being a gentle song that makes you feel friendship and bonds. These songs stir the emotions of the viewer and increase their immersion in the story.

"Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!" is recommended not only for fans of the Fate series, but also for those who like magical girl anime. In particular, if you are interested in the friendship between Illya and Miyu, or Kuro's mysterious presence, be sure to watch it. Also, don't miss the story of the rivalry between Tohsaka Rin and Luviagelita, and their growth as magical girls.

This work is praised for its skillful adoption of the magical girl genre while maintaining the deep worldview of the Fate series. In particular, the friendship between Illya and Miyu and the new developments brought about by Kuro's appearance are elements that draw viewers in. Additionally, the rivalry between Tohsaka Rin and Luviagelita and the story of their growth as magical girls are deeply moving to the viewer.

The character designs faithfully reproduce the atmosphere of the original work while adding the anime's own unique charm. In particular, Illya's magical girl appearance and Kuro's mysterious presence are visually very appealing. The depiction of the battle scenes is also superb, expressing the strength and beauty of magical girls.

The voice actors' performances are also excellent, especially the bright and energetic voice of Kadowaki Mai who plays Illya and the calm voice of Nazuka Kaori who plays Miyu, which bring out the individuality of the characters. In addition, the dignified voice of Ueda Kana who plays Tohsaka Rin and the haughty voice of Itou Shizuka who plays Luviagelita also add to the charm of the characters.

The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, with the opening theme "Moving Soul" being a powerful song that makes you feel the growth of the magical girls, and the ending theme "TWO BY TWO" being a gentle song that makes you feel friendship and bonds. These songs stir the emotions of the viewer and increase their immersion in the story.

"Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!" is recommended not only for fans of the Fate series, but also for those who like magical girl anime. In particular, if you are interested in the friendship between Illya and Miyu, or Kuro's mysterious presence, be sure to watch it. Also, don't miss the story of the rivalry between Tohsaka Rin and Luviagelita, and their growth as magical girls.