Aggretsuko (ONA) 2nd Season
Synopsis
Red panda Retsuko continues to work at her cyclic office job, with the occasional stress-venting via death metal karaoke on the side. With the company of her newfound friends Gori and Washimi, life is more enjoyable than ever before. But some new shake-ups to her status quo threaten to add more stress to her life. At the office, new employee Anai seems like a fine addition to the company. Yet when Retsuko is placed in charge of his training, she finds that beneath his steadfast dedication, he may pose a threat to the stability of the workplace. Meanwhile, at home, Retsuko's mother pays an abrupt visit, fully intent on having her daughter finally settle down and find a man. With this in mind, she sets Retsuko up for various marriage appointments, much to her chagrin. Now, Retsuko finds all the more reasons to head to the karaoke bar and unleash her furious diatribes. However, knowing that this will not truly solve her problems, she decides to make a more spontaneous choice to avoid her issues. And so, Retsuko finds herself set upon another self-reflecting journey, coming to learn more about herself and love, with the ever cathartic support of death metal karaoke. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The second season of Aggretsuko is generally well-received, with many viewers finding it relatable and engaging due to its exploration of personal growth, relationships, and social issues. While some feel it doesn't quite reach the heights of the first season or suffers from pacing issues, the introduction of new characters and deeper focus on Retsuko's life is appreciated. Overall, the audience enjoys the season and hopes for more Aggretsuko in the future.
Strengths
- Relatable characters and situations, especially regarding work and family.
- Addresses relevant and serious issues such as workplace harassment and societal expectations regarding marriage.
- Introduction of compelling new characters like Tadano and Anai.
- Focuses on Retsuko's personal life and relationships, offering a deeper exploration of her character.
- Maintains the same atmosphere as the first season while exploring new themes.
Weaknesses
- Some feel the season is too short and wish for more screen time for the supporting cast.
- A few reviewers feel it is a retread of the first season.
- Less focus on the death metal karaoke aspect compared to the first season.