As Fall 2024 approaches, anime enthusiasts can look forward to a rich lineup of returning series. Among the highly anticipated sequels are Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War and the nostalgic Dragon Ball Daima, alongside other long-running favorites from studios like Shuka and VOLN. With multiple shows premiering in close succession, fans will have plenty of choices to savor.
Among the new seasons debuting this fall are:
1. After-School Hanako-Kun Part 2 – Premiering on October 8, this mini-series follows Hanako and his assistant, Nene Yashiro, as they explore Kamome Academy’s mysteries while balancing their mischievous antics. The four-episode season serves as a prelude to the main series returning in January 2025.
2. Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 7 – Also releasing on October 8, this series revisits Takashi Natsume, who has the ability to see Yokai. After seven years, Studio Shuka brings back the beloved tale, continuing the story of Takashi’s mission to free trapped spirits from his grandmother’s book.
3. Ron Kamonohashi’s Forbidden Deductions Season 2 – Launching on October 7, this series follows Ron, a former top detective, who is pulled back into crime-solving by police detective Totomaru Isshiki.
4. As a Reincarnated Aristocrat Season 2 – Set to air on September 29, this adaptation of the light novel series continues the journey of Ars Louvent, who utilizes his unique skills amid political turmoil.
5. Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga – Starting October 6, this dark fantasy returns with Rin Okumura and his brother Yukio fighting against demonic threats, leading into an upcoming fifth season in January 2025.
6. Gun Gale Online II – The spin-off from Sword Art Online returns on October 5, following the “Pink Devil,” Karen Kohiruimaki, as she navigates the competitive landscape of virtual reality.
7. Shangri-La Frontier Season 2 – Set for October 14, this series follows high school student Rakurou Hizutome as he engages with the challenges of the acclaimed VR game.
8. Seirei Gensouki Season 2 – Airing on October 8, this story centers on Rio, a boy with magical abilities struggling with the trauma of his past while navigating royal academy life.
9. Blue Lock Season 2 – Releasing on October 5, this sports anime follows Yoichi Isagi in his quest to become Japan’s top striker amid intense competition.
10. Re:ZERO Season 3 – Launching on October 2, this beloved series resumes Subaru Natsuki’s harrowing journey in a fantasy world filled with peril and complex relationships.
With these returning favorites, the Fall 2024 anime season promises to be a feast for fans, offering a delightful mix of genres and narratives that will keep audiences engaged and entertained.
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