Strike the Blood Second
6.9
Quality Score
0.60 (Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
94,436
MAL Ratings
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
The second season of Strike the Blood which adapts three arcs from the 9th, 11th, and 12th light novel volumes.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is split, with many appreciating the consistent action, fan service, and new character introductions. However, a significant portion criticizes the repetitive plot structure, lack of protagonist growth, and noticeable production shortcuts, leading to a divisive viewing experience.
Strengths
- Engaging new characters, particularly Kiriha, with interesting backstories and designs.
- Satisfying and well-animated fight sequences, including a standout battle between Kojou and Natsuki.
- High-quality voice acting, with notable performances from Yukiyo Fujii and Satomi Sato.
- Consistent world-building and character interactions that build upon the previous season.
- Effective handling of lewd scenes, incorporating comedy and natural flow.
Weaknesses
- Repetitive plot formula where the protagonist easily resolves world-ending crises, leading to a predictable narrative.
- Lack of significant character growth for the main protagonist, who often remains passive.
- Noticeable production shortcuts, including recycled animation and reused musical tracks.
- Inconsistent tone and aesthetic clashes due to the inclusion of disparate elements like mecha and ancient beasts.
- Some new characters feel underdeveloped or their potential is wasted (e.g., Yume Eguchi).