Spirit Hero Wataru 2
Synopsis
This is the sequel to Mashin Eiyuden Wataru first season. Wataru has been lived happily on earth after he defeated Doakudar. When he plays around with his friend, Ryujinmaru appears and ask him to fight again. It appears that the 7 Stars Mountain, the source of Mt. Soukai's rainbow, have been taken over by Doakadar (Doakudar's brother). If all the stars mountain loses their brightness, Mt. Soukai's rainbow will fade and everyone will live in the darkness for eternity. Once again, Wataru has to go through all the 7 stars system and destroy this new stronger enemy.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with many considering it a weaker but still enjoyable follow-up to the first series. While some appreciate the new characters and improved visuals, others criticize the inconsistent writing, rushed ending, and initial missteps with character development. It's generally recommended for fans of the original but not essential viewing.
Strengths
- Improved villain designs compared to the first series.
- Addition of the rival character Umihiko enhances the team dynamic.
- Some episodes feature surprisingly engaging writing, particularly the 'Trials of Love' episodes.
- Visuals are slightly cleaner than the original series.
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent writing quality with lower lows compared to the original series.
- Poorly wrapped up final section with rushed escalations and lack of foreshadowing.
- Initial character changes (Himiko, Wataru, Shibaraku) negatively impact the group dynamic.
- Lack of whimsy and charm compared to the original series.
- First half of the series progresses slowly.