With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess S2 Premiere – Theme Song

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First impressions of the latest anime roll‑outs

The past week has been a rare burst of simultaneous announcements across four very different projects, and each one feels like a small cultural ripple in its own niche. From a light‑anime sequel that swaps directors mid‑stream to a sprawling supernatural arc that adds a slew of high‑profile voice talent, the news feels like a reminder that the spring‑summer lull is finally over. What caught my eye most was the sheer variety: a webtoon‑originated revenge drama, a demon‑filled school saga, a historically‑styled Bakumatsu adventure, and a samurai‑training comedy. All four are set to land in the next few months, and the details they’ve revealed already give us a sense of where the industry is heading.

With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess – Season 2 finally has a date and a song

The official site for the second light‑anime season of With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess (Japanese title Kizu Darake Seijo Yori Hōfuku wo Komete) dropped its third teaser on Saturday. The clip not only showcases Juice=Juice’s new opening “Kareinaru Revenger,” but also confirms the series will premiere on October 1 at 24:00 JST on TV Kanagawa (effectively midnight on October 2). A secondary broadcast will follow on CBC TV at 26:59 JST on October 2 (effectively 2:59 a.m. on October 3).

Returning voice talent includes Asami Seto as Rua, Sōma Saitō as Sven, and Momo Asakura as Arianne, among others. The most notable behind‑the‑scenes shift is the director’s chair: Saya Fukase steps in for Chisaki, taking the helm at IMAGICA Infos / Imageworks Studio. The rest of the staff—sound director Yūichi Imaizumi, composers onoken, and production overseer Kazuya Takahashi—remain the same, suggesting a continuity of tone despite the directorial change.

Why does this matter? Light anime, a concept championed by DNP, aims to cut production costs and speed up delivery. Swapping directors mid‑project can be risky, but Fukase’s prior work hints at a smoother handling of the series’ darker emotional beats. The new theme song, performed by an idol group, also signals a push for broader appeal; “Kareinaru Revenger” is catchy enough to survive beyond the opening credits and become a meme on TikTok. For fans of the original webtoon, the promise of a tighter schedule and a fresh musical hook is a welcome sign that the sequel won’t languish in development purgatory.

International viewers can look for the series on the same Japanese streaming services that carried season 1, though the announcement didn’t list any overseas platforms yet. Keep an eye on Crunchyroll and Netflix’s anime catalogues in the weeks leading up to October; they often pick up light‑anime titles after the domestic run.

Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc expands the cast and drops a new visual

REMOW’s promotional push for the Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc revealed a fresh batch of voice actors and a concrete October 2 debut. The arc continues Yura Urushibara’s manga, moving the story from the Kyoto and Nerima battles to a research facility at the now‑dry Kegon Falls. Two recap episodes will air on September 30 and October 1, smoothing the transition for viewers who missed the earlier arcs.

The new cast includes Kenichi Suzumura as chief Kusabi Momoura, Yūki Kaji as unit captain Hizumi Momotsugi, and Kishō Taniyama as vice‑captain Senritsu Momoo. These names bring a level of gravitas that should attract fans of their previous roles. The opening theme “Backlash” is performed by Hiromitsu Kitayama, while the ending “Hand in Hand” comes from TRACK15, both of which fit the series’ gritty, supernatural vibe.

What’s striking is the sheer breadth of the streaming rollout outside Japan. The series will be available at 25:00 JST on October 2 (effectively 1:00 a.m. on October 3) across a laundry list of platforms: Netflix, Crunchyroll, Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, YouTube’s It’s Anime, and a host of FAST services like Samsung TV Plus and VIZIO WatchFree+. This distribution strategy reflects a growing confidence that the franchise can sustain a global audience, even as the narrative dives deeper into darker, more experimental territory.

From a storytelling perspective, the move to Nikko and the focus on “horrific experiments” promises to up the stakes dramatically. The series has already built a reputation for blending high‑school drama with occult battles; the new setting could push it into full‑blown horror territory, a shift that may alienate some fans but also attract viewers craving a more intense experience. The addition of seasoned voice actors suggests the studio is betting on strong performances to carry this tonal shift.

Inherit the Winds prepares for a January 2027 launch with a theatrical teaser

Anime News Network reported that the original TV project Inherit the Winds (Japanese title Kaze wo Tsugumono) released a trailer for its two‑week theatrical screening, alongside theme song details and an extra cast member. The opening “Kaze wo Tsugumono” is performed by Quruli, while the ending “Namida no Kawa” (also the theatrical theme) comes from hitsujibungaku. Takaya Kamikawa joins the cast as Umeda Shinbei, adding another layer to the already star‑studded lineup.

The series is slated to debut in January 2027 on the “Agaru Anime” block, airing across CBC, TBS, and 26 other affiliated networks. Set in the Bakumatsu era, the narrative follows a memory‑lost soldier aided by the legendary Shinsengumi member Okita Sōji, who names him Tachikawa Jinsuke. The premise blends historical drama with supernatural amnesia, a formula that has proven popular in recent anime that reimagine the late‑Edo period.

What’s noteworthy is the production pedigree: Tomohiro Kawamura directs at Live2D Creative Studio and Drive Inc., while Yutaka Narui (also the scriptwriter) and composer Shigeru Kishida round out the creative team. The involvement of a Live2D studio hints at possible experimental animation techniques, perhaps integrating 2‑D and 3‑D elements in a way that could set a new visual standard for period pieces.

From a market standpoint, the decision to run a two‑week theatrical screening before the TV broadcast is a clever way to generate buzz and test audience reaction without the financial risk of a full theatrical run. It also gives fans a chance to experience the series on the big screen, which could be a draw for collectors and hardcore enthusiasts. The series will likely land on the same streaming services that carry other historical anime, though no specific platforms have been confirmed yet. Given the involvement of Aniplex and the “Agaru Anime” block, a Netflix or Crunchyroll pickup is plausible.

Yaiba: Samurai Legend returns for a second season in early 2027

The official website for Yaiba: Samurai Legend (Japanese title Shin Samurai‑den YAIBA) unveiled a fresh visual and confirmed a January 9, 2027 debut for its second season. The series will air on YTV, NTV, and their affiliates every Saturday at 5:30

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