In a thrilling revelation, the official website for the anime adaptation of Kei Azumi’s “alternate-world social reform fantasy” novel series, Tsukimichi -Moonlit Fantasy-, disclosed the addition of Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as the voice of Root, a prestigious dragon wielding the coveted “golden magic,” akin to the goddess herself, in the upcoming second season.
A Grand Debut and Streaming Information
The anime initially debuted on Tokyo MX and BS NTV on January 8 at 11:00 p.m. JST (9:00 a.m. EST), later airing on MBS on January 9. Crunchyroll ensures fans worldwide can catch every moment by streaming the series as it unfolds, with the added bonus of an English dub for a more immersive experience.
Stellar Team Returns
Returning to helm the second season is director Shinji Ishihira, known for his work on Fairy Tail, Log Horizon, and Super Lovers. Kenta Ihara, the mastermind behind series compositions in Saga of Tanya the Evil and Cautious Hero, is set to weave another captivating narrative. Yukie Suzuki, renowned for her work on Fight League: Gear Gadget Generators, continues to breathe life into the characters with her exceptional designs. Musical maestro Yasuharu Takanashi, recognized for compositions in Fairy Tail and Log Horizon, once again graces the series with his enchanting tunes.
Musical Extravaganza and Themes
Get ready for a musical treat as syudou takes the stage to perform the new opening song, “Reversal,” for the second quarter of the second season. Meanwhile, the talented Keina Suda, a returning artist, enchants viewers with the current opening theme, “Utopia.”
Journey into the Fantasy World
For those unfamiliar with the series, the first season, consisting of 12 episodes, premiered in July 2021. Crunchyroll not only streamed the anime in its original Japanese form but also treated audiences to an English dub. This venture marked a significant milestone as the inaugural project for NTV’s Anime Department.
Unveiling the Plot
The narrative follows Makoto Misumi, an ordinary high school student thrust into an extraordinary life as he’s summoned to another world to become a “hero.” Yet, the goddess, scornful of his differences, strips him of his hero title and abandons him at the world’s edge. As Makoto navigates this unfamiliar territory, he encounters dragons, spiders, orcs, dwarves, and various non-human tribes. Armed with unparalleled magical powers, courtesy of his distinct origin, Makoto strives to reshape this new world despite the indifference of humans and gods who have turned their backs on him.
Origins and Adaptations
Kei Azumi initiated the novel on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website in 2012, and AlphaPolis subsequently published the novels in print, adorned with illustrations by Mitsuaki Matsumoto. The series, boasting 1.4 million copies in circulation, also spawned a manga adaptation serialized by Kotora Kino in 2016.
In essence, Tsukimichi -Moonlit Fantasy- promises an exhilarating second season filled with magical revelations, captivating characters, and a musical journey that will undoubtedly leave fans yearning for more.
