Goblin Slayer Season 2: Exciting Updates, Release Date, and Must-See Trailer Unveiled!

Goblin Slayer, a controversial fantasy anime that debuted in 2016 as a light novel series written by Kumo Kagyu, is set to make its much-anticipated return in October 2023. Despite its discomforting opening, the series gained a devoted fan base. The story, which follows the adventures of a protagonist simply known as Goblin Slayer, deviates from traditional fantasy tales. After witnessing the destruction of his village by goblins, Goblin Slayer's sole mission in life is to eliminate every last one of these malevolent creatures, while other adventurers dismiss them as minor nuisances. This relentless pursuit sets him apart from his fellow adventurers, but he remains undeterred as long as there are more goblins to exterminate. The manga adaptation by Kosuke Kurose and the 2018 anime, along with the subsequent animated feature film Goblin Slayer: Goblin's Crown released in 2020, have further popularized the series. Renowned for its unique take on adventure tropes and role-play elements, Goblin Slayer distinguishes itself by naming characters according to their roles rather than individual identities.

Latest Goblin Slayer Season 2 News And Release Date

The second season of Goblin Slayer will be produced by Liden Films instead of White Fox. Liden Films, known for their work on anime such as Berserk, Tokyo Revengers, Call of the Night, and the recently premiered series, The Legendary Hero is Dead, has taken over the production duties. Crunchyroll unveiled the first key visual out of a total of six visuals that will be released weekly in June.

Goblin Slayer Season 2 Story Details

The official Twitter/X account of the Goblin Slayer anime announced in August that the highly anticipated second season is set to release in October 2023. Alongside the announcement, a gripping trailer was unveiled, showcasing the unrelenting brutality and gore that has garnered the dark fantasy series its immense popularity. Simultaneously, the opening and ending themes for the season were also revealed. "Entertainment" by indie band Mili will serve as the captivating opening song, while singer Yuki Nakajima will lend her talents to the haunting ending theme titled "Kasumi no mukō e".

The specific details of Goblin Slayer's second season plot have not been fully disclosed. The trailer also offers limited information, other than the return of the Sword Maiden. Nonetheless, judging by the character and title, it seems likely that Goblin Slayer and his comrades will continue their mission of exterminating their traditional enemies. However, the previous season concluded with the protagonist agreeing to embark on a genuine adventure with his party, which, based on the manga and light novels, marks the beginning of a gradual yet significant transformation for him.

Goblin Slayer Season 2 Trailer

Earlier this year, AnimeUS unveiled a brief teaser trailer for the upcoming season, reminiscent of the first season's trailer. The teaser emphasized the protagonist's core philosophy: "I'm not here to save the world. I'm simply here to exterminate goblins." Subsequently, in August, a full trailer was released, providing glimpses of intense and gory goblin slayings, as one would expect. The clip didn't offer much fresh information that avid fans would be unfamiliar with, although it hinted at the possibility of Sword Maiden returning to the battlefield, evident from her altered appearance and the weapon she wields. Additionally, the complete Goblin Slayer party is set to make their comeback.

Goblin Slayer Season 2 Cast and Characters

The trailer for the upcoming season reveals that the original cast is returning. Goblin Slayer, Priestess, Guild Girl, Cow Girl, High Elf Archer, Dwarf Shaman, and Lizard Priest will all make their comeback with their original voice actors, including Yuuichirou Umehara, Yui Ogura, Maaya Uchida, Yuka Iguchi, Nao Toyama, Yuichi Nakamura, and Tomokazu Sugita. This will reunite the original party as Goblin Slayer fulfills his promise of embarking on a genuine adventure with them as a token of appreciation for their assistance in defeating the horde of goblins in the first season finale.

The cast for the show has a plethora of notable credits. Yuuichirou Umehara has lent his voice to Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean and Black Clover. Yui Ogura has an extensive list of voice credits in various anime, including the role of Marnie in Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series. She is also a singer who has contributed to anime music for opening and ending themes. Maaya Uchida is credited in both The Promised Neverland and Chainsaw Man. Yuka Iguchi has been involved in Fairy Tail, Fruits Basket, and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations. Nao Toyama has taken on numerous roles but most recently voiced Suma, one of Tengen Uzui's three wives in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Entertainment District Arc.

Rounding out the cast are Yuichi Nakamura and Tomokazu Sugita, both well-known for their impressive vocal talents. Nakamura, known for his role as Hawks in My Hero Academia, also lent his voice to Captain America in the Japanese dubbed version of the MCU. Sugita, on the other hand, has voiced various characters including Chrom in Fire Emblem, as well as memorable roles in hit anime series like Bleach, One Piece, and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, where he portrayed the Stone Hashira Gyomei. With such a star-studded cast returning, Goblin Slayer can expect a significant boost as the series transitions to a new production team. The chemistry and mutual respect among the cast members have always been one of the series' strongest aspects, making it all the more exciting for the entire crew to reunite for this project.

Where to Watch Goblin Slayer Season 2

Although no official announcement has been made, it appears highly probable that the second season will be aired on Crunchyroll. This is the same platform where the first season premiered, along with the subsequent film, Goblin Slayer: Goblin's Crown. Both the first season and its sequel film are still available for streaming in anticipation of the release of Season 2. There is a possibility that the series may be included in Crunchyroll's forthcoming simulcast season, but final confirmation is still pending.

Goblin Slayer Season 2 will debut in October 2023. Check this page for additional updates in the future.