Passionate members of a comment forum in Japan have engaged in debates about anime series that, according to them, experienced a noticeable decline in quality during their second seasons or subsequent continuations. The analysis covers various aspects, from narrative to animation quality, highlighting concerns about the impact of changes in the production team, studios, and long intervals between seasons.
Among the reasons cited by anime fans are changes in the creative team, both directors and writers, which often can affect the coherence and overall vision of the story. Additionally, transitioning to a new animation studio was identified as a key factor influencing the visual quality of the series. Fans point out that inconsistency in character design and animation style can harm the overall viewing experience.
Another concerning point is the time between seasons, as lengthy intervals may cause the viewer to lose interest and emotional connection with the story and characters. Prolonged waits can also result in alterations in the technical and creative quality of the project, as the market and trends may evolve during this period.
Although these discussions reflect subjective opinions, they underscore the importance of cohesion in the production of anime series. Fans hope that second seasons and continuations maintain or exceed the quality established in the first part, and any deviation from these expectations can trigger heated debates in the anime community:
- “Definitely, the second season of the new Urusei Yatsura failed to meet expectations.”
- “Tantei Opera Milky Holmes has to be on this list.”
- “Unfortunately, I have to mention Pop Team Epic, what a disappointment.”
- “Minami-ke, without a doubt.”
- “Mahikado Mazoku, and it pains me to say this.”
- “Zombieland Saga, a tremendous disappointment where they practically changed everything.”
- “I’ve mentioned this before, but it would be Zombieland Saga.”
- “Kemono Friends, no doubt.”
- “The Rising of the Shield Hero and Goblin Slayer, two great series that started well but lost interest with their continuations.”
- “The second season of Goblin Slayer was a complete letdown.”
- “Always liked The Rising of the Shield Hero, but stopped watching Goblin Slayer after a few episodes of the second season.”
- “Shadows House, a complete disappointment.”
- “Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans, and I really feel bad saying this.”
- “Yakusoku no Neverland, it’s a shame it has to appear on this list.”
- “Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu, what they did in the second season was a complete disaster, the director was a complete idiot.”
- “Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation; The Rising of the Shield Hero and Hataraku Maou-sama!, three necessary mentions.”
- “DARKER THAN BLACK, the first season ended well, but the second had a terrible ending.”
- “Himouto! Umaru-chan, definitely a series I never liked.”
- “Anything directed by Masahiko Oota, like Minami-ke!, Yuru Yuri, and Himouto Umaru-chan.”
- “Osomatsu-san was a letdown in the second season.”
- “Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon, the inclusion of the new character never worked.”
- “Hmm, I would mention Aldnoah.Zero. The first season was very good, except for the ending.”
- “Saihate no Paladin, Goblin Slayer, Log Horizon, a pity the last one.”
- “Made in Abyss, but simply because the manga keeps going on hiatus.”
