The sequel of the Blue Exorcist anime released a fresh trailer on Saturday, October 28, 2023, along with the announcement of the series' release window and animation studio. The trailer showcased the new opening theme, which will be performed by UVERworld. UVERworld, who previously performed the opening theme song for My Hero Academia anime, also expressed their support and enthusiasm for returning to the Blue Exorcist series. They are grateful for the opportunity to work with the anime multiple times and are thrilled to be part of it again.
The announcement of the Blue Exorcist anime sequel took place in December 2022, during Jump Festa 2023’s Jump Stage Neo. Alongside a brief teaser, fans were treated to a glimpse of a new character through several illustrations. The news was met with overwhelming enthusiasm, as fans applauded Aniplex's decision to revive the series after an extended hiatus.
Blue Exorcist anime sequel finally gets a release window of January 2024
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The latest trailer for the Blue Exorcist anime sequel revealed that the series is set to be released in January 2024. Although a specific release date has not been provided, fans can anticipate receiving this information in the upcoming weeks and months leading up to January 2024. The promotional video also unveiled the series' opening theme, titled "Eye's Sentry," which will be performed by UVERworld. UVERworld, known for their collaboration with the franchise, gained significant recognition for creating the popular third season opening theme for My Hero Academia, titled "Odd Future."
The upcoming series, known as the Shimane Illuminati Saga, is a complete adaptation of the original manga's story arc bearing the same name. In the recently released 30-second trailer, multiple characters are introduced, all of whom appear to have significant roles in the series. Notably, the central spotlight is shared by protagonist Rin Okumura and his twin brother, Yukio Okumura.
The trailer also revealed that Studio VOLN will animate the new series instead of A-1 Pictures, who animated the first two seasons of the anime. While some fans have doubts about the change in animation studios, others are eager to see how the series will be interpreted with a fresh perspective in production.
The original manga series, written and illustrated by Kazue Kato, debuted in Shueisha's Jump Square magazine in April 2009 and continues to be serialized to this day. The series has been compiled into a total of 29 volumes, with all volumes except the 29th released in both English and Japanese.
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