Raven of the Inner Palace Season 2: Confirmed Release Date, Did The Show Finally Get Renewed?
Raven of the Inner Palace Season 2: Raven of the Inner Palace is a historical fantasy anime series based on the light novel of the same name by Kōko Shirakawa. The series follows the Raven Consort Ryuu Jusetsu, a mysterious woman who lives in isolation in the inner palace and uses her mystic powers to help the emperor and the people with various requests. The first season of the anime aired from October to December 2022 and received positive reviews from critics and fans alike.
The good news for the fans of the series is that Raven of the Inner Palace has been officially renewed for a second season by Bandai Namco Pictures, the studio behind the anime adaptation. The announcement was made on the official website and Twitter account of the anime on November 30, 2023, along with a teaser visual and a message from the author and the director of the anime. The second season is expected to premiere in October 2024, exactly two years after the first season.
The teaser visual shows Jusetsu and the emperor Ka Koushun holding hands in front of a dark background, with the words “The Raven’s Fate” written in red. The message from the author Shirakawa expresses her gratitude to the fans for their support and reveals that the second season will cover the remaining volumes of the light novel, which will conclude the story of Jusetsu and Koushun. The message from the director Chizuru Miyawaki promises that the second season will be more thrilling and emotional than the first one, and asks the fans to look forward to it.
Raven of the Inner Palace Season 2 Full Details
| Title | Raven of the Inner Palace |
|---|---|
| Genre | Historical fantasy, mystery, romance |
| Original work | Light novel by Kōko Shirakawa |
| Anime adaptation | Bandai Namco Pictures |
| Director | Chizuru Miyawaki |
| Seasons | 2 (confirmed) |
| Episodes | 12 (season 1), TBA (season 2) |
| Release date | October 2022 (season 1), October 2024 (season 2) |
| Streaming platform | Crunchyroll |
| IMDb rating | 8.2/10 |
Cast
The cast of The Raven of the Inner Palace Season 2 is expected to reprise their roles in the second season, as well as some new characters that will be introduced in the later volumes of the light novel. The table below shows the main cast of the anime and their respective voice actors.
| Character | Japanese Voice Actor | English Voice Actor |
|---|---|---|
| Ryuu Jusetsu | Saku Mizuno | Alexis Tipton |
| Ka Koushun | Masaaki Mizunaka | Christopher Wehkamp |
| Jiujiu | Mana Hirata | Bryn Apprill |
| Axiu | Marika Kono | Stephanie Young |
| Wei Qing | Nobuhiko Okamoto | Lee George |
| Qiurong | Yui Horie | Anastasia Munoz |
| Wen Ying | Takahiro Sakurai | Alejandro Saab |
| Xing-Xing | Monica Rial | Monica Rial |
Trailer
The trailer for the Raven of the Inner Palace Season 2 of the anime has not been released yet, but it is expected to be revealed in the upcoming months, along with the official release date and the opening and ending theme songs. The trailer for the first season of the anime can be watched here.
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Plot
The plot of the second season of the anime will continue the story of Jusetsu and Koushun, as they face new challenges and enemies that threaten their lives and their love. The second season will also explore the secrets of Jusetsu’s past and her connection to the Raven, a mysterious entity that dwells within her and grants her powers. The second season will also feature more historical and mythological elements, as well as more romance and drama between the main characters.
Rating
The rating of the anime on IMDb (as of November 30, 2023) is 8.2 out of 10, based on 350 user reviews. The anime has been praised for its beautiful animation, intriguing plot, likable characters, and captivating soundtrack. The anime has also been nominated for five awards, including Best Animation, Best Fantasy, Best Mystery, Best Female Character, and Best Couple.
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Raven of the Inner Palace is a captivating anime series that combines historical fantasy, mystery, and romance in a unique and engaging way. The second season of the anime is highly anticipated by the fans, who are eager to see the conclusion of Jusetsu and Koushun’s story. The second season of the anime is expected to be released in October 2024 and will be available to stream on Crunchyroll.
