Followers of the beloved fantasy hit Reincarnated as a Sword can finally mark their calendars, as the creative team has locked in the official release date for Season 2. Accompanying the premiere date announcement are a brand-new promotional trailer and a striking key visual, giving audiences a sneak peek into the next phase of adventures for the sentient weapon and his devoted wielder, Fran.
The upcoming season of Reincarnated as a Sword will make its initial debut on the Japanese streaming platform ABEMA on September 30. A traditional television broadcast will follow shortly after, launching on October 7. This staggered release schedule gives eager fans an early chance to dive into the action ahead of the broader TV premiere.
The show’s return is a major milestone for enthusiasts of this light novel adaptation. Chronicling the tale of an unnamed man reborn as a magical blade who teams up with a young beastgirl on a quest for power and purpose, the series has carved out a distinct space within the fantasy realm. Building on the strong character dynamics and immersive world-building established in the inaugural run, the latest preview hints that the upcoming episodes will push those beloved elements even further.
Theme Songs and Creative Staff
Along with the premiere details, the announcement spotlighted the artists crafting the soundtrack for the new episodes. FZMZ—recognized for their work on the opening theme of *Shangri-La Frontier*—will perform the opening track, titled “DREAM OF BUTTERFLY.” Meanwhile, the ending theme, “Baribari Buddy,” will be delivered by the metal band HANABIE., who previously supplied the opening theme for *Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games*. The newly released trailer provides an early preview of the opening song.
On the production side, Shinji Ishihira returns to direct the season at studio C2C. The core creative lineup also features Takahiro Nagano handling series composition, Atsuko Saito on character designs, and Yasuharu Takanashi composing the score. Additionally, the trailer reveals that veteran voice actor Sho Hayami is joining the cast as Lich.
Fans eager to explore the original material can find the light novel series by Yu Yanaka and Ruroo published in English by Seven Seas Entertainment. As launch day draws closer, anticipation continues to grow for the return of this unconventional yet captivating duo. With the core staff from the first season back at the helm, expectations are soaring for Fran and her trusty blade’s next chapter.
Source: Crunchyroll