World Trigger 2nd Season

After successfully holding off the invasion by Aftokrator, the Border Defense Agency prepares an away mission into the Neighbor's dimension. However, like in previous scouting expeditions, only A-rank teams are certain to secure a spot. As the B-rank wars continue, Osamu Mikumo and the rest of Tamakoma-2 quickly fight to the top in an attempt to obtain a promotion before the operation begins.

Meanwhile, a new Neighbor ship approaches Border Headquarters. Noticing that the attackers are targeting the Border Expedition Ship, forces are hastily sent to combat them. However, with fewer squads available due to the proceeding rank wars, the organization is sent into disarray. This latest offensive from the Neighbors shrouds the fate of the all-important expedition ship in uncertainty.

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Kuga, Yuuma Main

Muranaka, Tomo Japanese

Jin, Yuuichi Main

Nakamura, Yuuichi Japanese

Mikumo, Osamu Main

Kaji, Yuuki Japanese

Amatori, Chika Main

Tamura, Nao Japanese

Konami, Kirie Supporting

Kugimiya, Rie Japanese

Hyuse Supporting

Shimazaki, Nobunaga Japanese

Rindou, Youtarou Supporting

Urawa, Megumi Japanese

Kazama, Souya Supporting

Midorikawa, Hikaru Japanese

Ikoma, Tatsuhito Supporting

Konishi, Katsuyuki Japanese

Kageura, Masato Supporting

Sugita, Tomokazu Japanese

Mizutani, Kei Producer

Hatano, Morio Director

Asakura, Maya Episode Director, Storyboard

Onoue, Kouki Episode Director

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Sep 16, 2024

LilyVarbik

Recommended

Unlike the first 73 episodes that got a 6/10 from me, 2nd Season is AMAZING with almost no annoyance to me. If don't want to watch or dropped the first 73 episodes, I highly recommend watching this and just read summaries/highlights to get better context/knowledge.

The content here technically isn't anything different to the previous, but it's clean and is completely focused on the best parts of the previous and has continuous progress. Diverse combat strategizing and execution is basically the entire 12 episodes and it's great! We get lots of new characters, new tactics, and so on. The higher-up don't disgust me as genocidal xenophobic ... extremists anymore and there is no degenerate media. Higher-ups actually seem to be more competent and logical.

They changed the way trion body damage and trion body leakage appears significantly, I think there are mixed opinions on this but I personally overall prefer this new way for many reasons.

I personally greatly enjoyed this, before watching my expectations were 8/10 because came out 5+ years after previous, but was fighting my spirit had to want to give 10/10

If you like to see different ways of executing combat strategies and/or enjoy seeing lots of different personalities/characters I highly recommend this to you.
If you liked the previous, I highly recommend this to you.

If you don't like seeing a sequel without seeing the prequel, I do NOT recommend this to you
If you hated Mikumo-Squad and want some Dragon Ball, Bleach, Naruto, et cetera SUPER power-up, I do NOT recommend to you

Reviewer’s Rating: 9

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Jul 29, 2023

chlsmnglndn

Recommended

"World Trigger 2nd Season" is an action-packed Japanese anime that keeps the adrenaline pumping and the excitement high. As a continuation of its prequel, the second season successfully maintains the essence of the original while bringing new elements to the table.

The animation quality has noticeably improved, with smooth and dynamic fight sequences that immerse you into the battles between Border and Neighbors. The character development is commendable, allowing us to witness the growth and struggles of the main cast, making them more endearing as the story progresses.

The intricate world-building and strategic combat tactics add depth to the plot, making it intellectually engaging alongside the thrilling ... action scenes. Moreover, the introduction of new characters adds a refreshing dynamic to the story, keeping viewers hooked and eager to learn more about this captivating universe.

"World Trigger 2nd Season" caters to both long-time fans and newcomers, offering a gripping storyline and compelling character arcs. If you enjoy action-packed anime with a unique sci-fi twist and strategic battles, this series should be at the top of your watchlist.

Reviewer’s Rating: 9

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Sep 13, 2022

spartan_073

Mixed Feelings

A self stylized "Grounded Shonen" which has some of the best world building and tactic focused combat. This is one of the most fiercely intelligent shows I've watched in a while when it comes to fighting, this isn't "super sayian beat by super sayian 2", this is anyone can beat anyone if their tactics are better, but at the same time still a clear hierarchy of skill sets so you know who the underdog is and who isn't. The later half and biggest chunk is a bunch squad vs. squad combat when it really comes into its own and it's all about ... tactics, flanking manoeuvres, bluffing, misdirection, and using established tools, abilities, and weapons in new unique and creative ways. A lot of fights don't boil down to "whose stronger", they boil down to which team thought the most steps ahead or could adapt to a changing situation the quickest.

However, biggest pitfall is it's TOEI production which means it can be maddeningly inconsistent at times in regards to animation, pacing, and repetition is especially bad in the early episodes. The first 8-14 episodes are kind of a slog and often large chunks of later episodes are dedicated to recaps of previous episodes. The characters are also a tad more "muted" for my interest, but that might be to the show's benefit for the kind of action scenes it wants to show. But, if you skip the lengthy recaps (luckily most of them are at the beginning of every episode) and get passed the initial rough boring slog the show steadily improves itself in every problem area from episode 20 onward, getting better pacing, animation, and subtle exposition.

The first season ended in 2014, but it came back with a season 2 and 3 (26 episodes total) in 2021 and the sequel stuff is TOP NOTCH. All the issues I listed above are gone and with all the pieces/world building well established it is 26 episodes of minimal recap, solid to gorgeous animation, and all the other squad tactical stuff that made the first season good.

Reviewer’s Rating: 8

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