Episode Guide
The Compass Pointed to the Darkness -| Review Score – 4/5 The Capital of the Unreturned -| Review Score – 4.5/5 Village of the Hollows -| Review Score – 4/5 Friend -| Review Score – 3.5/5 Concealment -| Review Score – 4/5 The Luring -| Review Score – 4.5/5 The Cradle of Desire -| Review Score – 5/5 The Form the Wish Takes -| Review Score – 3/5 The Return -| Review Score – 4.5/5 All That You Gather -| Review Score – 5/5 Value -| Review Score – 4.5/5 Gold -| Review Score– 4/5 ..
The first season of Made In Abyss was a success, with fans eagerly awaiting the return of Kojima and Penkin. The second season is set to be even more intense and exciting, with new characters and stories to explore. With such a talented team behind it, it’s sure to be an amazing anime experience for all who watch it.
This follow-up features 12 episodes. The first 11 have the usual run-time of 24 minutes each, while its season finale runs for 47. Like the sequel film, Made In Abyss season 2 takes place in one layer of the abyss and focuses heavily on the story told within that segment. While it doesn’t feature the same explorative vibe as its first season, Made In Abyss’s author, Akihito Tsukushi, created a fantastic yet barbaric follow-up.
Riko and her friends explore the Capital of the Unreturned in search of a new home. They find strange society living in ruins, where they learn about Hollows and their role in the world.
Although Riko and her friends sense danger emanating from the Hollows and their village (Iruburu), the Hollows welcome them with open arms. During their stay, Riko and her friends uncover the hidden mysteries and horrific backstory surrounding Iruburu and its inhabitants. They discover this environment and its inhabitants’ connections to a suicide group called the Ganja and the Hollow princess, Faputa.
The second season of “The Walking Dead” was met with mixed reviews from fans and critics. Some praised the show for its suspenseful writing and intense action, while others found the plotline to be convoluted and confusing. Despite these flaws, many viewers agreed that the series maintained the same level of excitement and emotion as the first season. However, some issues arose during season two that hindered its chances at a flawless victory. ..
This season’s storyline is the most gruesome and mind-numbing tale to come from this series thus far. You’re certainly led to care about our current roster of heroes alongside the newly introduced characters of this season. I was at the edge of my seat, worried about everyone’s safety and anticipating horrible outcomes. Despite only taking place in one layer, there’s a great mix of horror, mystery, and suspense this season. The mix of horror, mystery, and suspense makes for an exciting and engaging storyline. ..
While it’s worth noting the many instances where comedic and innuendo activity can take you out of the experience, there were also many scenes where innuendo content felt overbearing and unnecessary. Considering the abyss’s grim and heartless nature, it made sense to include these nerve-wracking scenes to remind fans of this show’s soul-crushing atmosphere. ..
The anime has a lot of convenient plot moments that could’ve been benefited by providing brief flashbacks to remind the audience of what we learned from others like Ozen, Bondrewd, and others.
The story of Made In Abyss’s second season is impeccable. The plot twists are well-done, and the self-contained narratives are top-notch. The ground-breaking information regarding Reg’s past life is also well-done. However, I had a few grievances with the characters in this season. First, there are too many new characters introduced in this season, which makes it difficult to follow their stories. Second, some of the characters’ arcs feel contrived or forced. Finally, there are a few plot holes that could have been easily fixed. Overall, I enjoyed this season’s story immensely and would definitely recommend it to others."
While Riko had her share of emotional conflict with Maaa, some random Hollows, and Vueko, I think the anime’s downplaying her cave raider expertise and fighting ability. Riko could’ve assisted Reg and Faputa in taking down most monsters instead of acting like a tired-out damsel who needs saving. Considering she trained with Ozen, one of the legendary sovereigns in season one, I expect more from Riko in terms of being a noteworthy and capable heroine this season.
Faputa is a new character introduced in the game and she is very impactful and performance-wise. I can see her becoming a fan favorite moving forward.
This season, the Dawn of the Deep Soul film’s visual fidelity was impeccable. However, the locales, scenery, character models, and fights in season two surpassed my expectations multiple times. I couldn’t help but immerse myself in its gorgeous settings whether our characters were crossing a bridge or exploring a cave full of water.
The second season of Made In Abyss is even more harrowing than the first. The scenes of violence and body horror will have you sitting through the episodes, but it’s worth it for the intense action and heart-wrenching moments. Watching the characters fight is thrilling, but seeing them endure mistreatment and sorrow is even more powerful. ..
While I didn’t find characters like Majikaja weird-looking, characters like Belaf and the turbinid dragon’s CGI forms just don’t work quite so effectively. Their structures and movements look jarring and off-putting. There are some examples where the characters’ 2D models weren’t on par with other episodes’ quality too. ..
The soundtrack for this season of “Stranger Things” is excellent, with top-notch music and voice acting. Although the sequel film was some time ago, Kevin Penkin’s stunningly immersive musical score still leaves you entranced with the visuals appearing on your screen.
The music in this show elevates the tension during its passionate and brutal moments, and I enjoyed every second of it. The opening and ending theme songs were memorable, enjoyable, and integral in helping me craft a tight connection with this show’s world and characters. ..
The voice acting was fantastic in this show. From the start, the cast pulled off a great performance with their voices. Every character had a unique voice that I will remember for a long time. Whether they were speaking with each other casually or furiously, I felt the impact of their words.
Made in Abyss season 2 is a beautiful work of art, but it can be difficult to follow its complex plot. Despite this, the series is still a great experience that will leave an impression on any anime fan. Although season 2 is not over yet, it has already been one of Made in Abyss’s most successful chapters.
