"Rebellious Million Arthur Season 2" Review: The Improved Story and Character Appeal

The appeal and evaluation of "Rebellious Million Arthur Season 2"

"Rebellious Million Arthur Season 2" is a TV anime series based on the popular Square Enix game, which aired from April 4 to June 27, 2019. It consisted of 13 episodes and was available to watch on TOKYO MX and AT-X every Thursday from 10pm. Animation was handled by JCSTAFF and directed by Yohei Suzuki. This work captivated many fans by retaining the worldview of the original game while developing new stories and characters.

Story and worldview

"Hangyakusei Million Arthur" is set in a world where many "Arthurs" exist. In the second season, the protagonist Duncan, also known as "Red Arthur," takes the lead as he and his friends embark on a new adventure. The story depicts a battle against "Chaos," an entity that upsets the balance of the world. Continuing from the first season, the series depicts multiple "Arthurs" acting with their own motives, and the storyline draws viewers in.

The worldview has a unique atmosphere that combines fantasy and modern times. Each Arthur has a different background and ability, and each individual's personality adds depth to the story. In addition, while making use of elements from the original game, the anime also includes many original episodes, making it enjoyable for both fans of the original work and new viewers.

Characters and cast

A diverse cast of characters appears in "Hangyakusei Million Arthur Season 2." The main character, Duncan, also known as "Red Arthur," is voiced by voice actor Kensho Ono. His hot-blooded personality and caring nature leave a strong impression on viewers. Arthur Pendragon, also known as "Blue Arthur," is voiced by voice actor Yuki Kaji, and is portrayed as a calm and intelligent character.

In addition, many other unique characters appear, such as Nimue, also known as "Green Arthur," and Gilgamesh, also known as "Yellow Arthur." Each character's background and growth are carefully depicted, evoking deep empathy from the audience. The acting by the cast is also excellent, bringing out the best in each character.

Animation and Music

JCSTAFF, the animation production company, faithfully reproduced the visuals of the original game while maintaining high quality even in the scenes that were original to the anime. The dynamic movements and vivid colors of the battle scenes are particularly impressive, making them visually appealing. The character designs are also attractive, and each Arthur's personality is visually expressed.

In terms of music, the opening theme "GLORIA" and the ending theme "Endless☆Sumer" became a hot topic. The opening theme was sung by singer ReoNa, whose powerful voice and grand melody complemented the worldview of the work. The ending theme was sung by singer TRUE, whose gentle voice and heartwarming melody touched the hearts of viewers. The background music also matched the atmosphere of the work, adding excitement to the development of the story.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Rebellious Million Arthur Season 2" has been highly praised not only by fans of the original game, but also by anime fans. In particular, the storyline woven by multiple "Arthurs" and the charm of the unique characters have been highly praised. The animation quality and music have also been highly praised, making it a work that is satisfying both visually and aurally.

Viewers' impressions have been mostly positive, with comments such as "I enjoyed it as a continuation from the first season," "I was happy to see new characters," and "The battle scenes were very exciting." On the other hand, there have also been comments such as "It wasn't satisfying because there were too few episodes," and "I was hoping for a deeper story," showing the high expectations of viewers.

Recommendations and related works

For those who enjoyed "Rebellious Million Arthur Season 2," we also recommend the following works:

• "Rebellious Million Arthur Season 1" - This is a prequel to the main story, and gives you a deeper understanding of the world view and character backgrounds.
• "Fate/Zero" - A story in which multiple "Masters" and "Servants" fight, with common characteristics of the characters and the scale of the battles.
• "No Game No Life" - An appealing work with a world view that blends fantasy and modernity and unique characters.

We also recommend that you play the original game, "Hangyakusei Million Arthur." In the game, you can learn more about episodes and characters that are not depicted in the anime, allowing you to enjoy the world of the work even more deeply.

summary

"Rebellious Million Arthur Season 2" is a work that develops new stories and characters while inheriting the charm of the original game. The story development that multiple "Arthurs" weave, the charm of the unique characters, the quality of the animation and the wonderful music have been highly praised and loved by many viewers. It is a work that is recommended not only for fans of the original game but also for anime fans, so please give it a watch.