This past week was packed with significant announcements for anime and manga enthusiasts. Fans received news of long-awaited returns, confirmed second seasons for popular titles, and premiere details for upcoming continuations, setting the stage for an exciting period ahead in the anime world.

Black Clover Season 2 Premieres October 3 on Crunchyroll

After nearly six years, the second season of Black Clover has been officially announced to premiere on October 3. Crunchyroll will stream the new season, continuing Asta's journey to become the Wizard King. This highly anticipated return will see Asta and his friends face new challenges.

Source: Anime UK News · Sep 17, 2026

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The Cat and the Dragon Season 2 Announced

A second season for The Cat and the Dragon anime series has been announced and is currently in production. It is slated to air in 2027, and Crunchyroll has confirmed it will stream the new season upon its premiere. The series follows a dragon raised by a family of magic-wielding cats.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Sep 19, 2026

Daemons of the Shadow Realm Season 2 in Production

Following the conclusion of its first season, Daemons of the Shadow Realm has announced that a second season is now in production. While a release date has not yet been confirmed, a teaser video and visual were released. The series centers on twins Yuru and Asa, who are destined to rule over powerful entities called Daemons.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Sep 19, 2026

Though I Am an Inept Villainess Announces Second Cour

The anime series Though I Am an Inept Villainess will continue with a second cour, titled “The First Royal Outing” Arc, beginning in January 2027. Crunchyroll will stream this continuation. A new main visual and three new cast members, including Keikou voiced by Yuichi Nakamura, Keishou voiced by Shunichi Toki, and Unran voiced by Chiaki Kobayashi, were also revealed.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Sep 20, 2026

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TOUGEN ANKI: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc Premieres October 2

TOUGEN ANKI: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc is set to premiere on October 2. A new trailer and visual were released for this continuation, which will stream on Crunchyroll outside of Japan and China. The new opening theme song will be "BACKLASH" by Hiromitsu Kitayama, and the ending theme song will be "Hand in Hand" by TRACK15. Three new cast members, Kenichi Suzumura, Yuki Kaji, and Kisho Taniyama, were also announced.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Sep 19, 2026

Suikoden: The Anime Premieres October 3 with 60-Minute Special

Suikoden: The Anime will premiere in Japan on October 3 with a 60-minute special episode. A third trailer for the series unveiled the premiere date and introduced the ending theme song "closed eye sun," performed by Koji Nakamura featuring Honoka Takahashi. The opening theme is "Kanashimi Sae Otonabite" by amazarashi.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Sep 18, 2026

YAIBA: Samurai Legend Season 2 Reveals January 9 Premiere

YAIBA: Samurai Legend Season 2, also known as the Kaguya Arc, has revealed its main anime visual and announced a premiere date of January 9, 2027.

Source: Anime Corner · Sep 19, 2026

You and I Are Polar Opposites Season 2 Releases Graduation Visual

You and I Are Polar Opposites Season 2 released a new graduation visual, depicting the cast's graduation ceremony. The next episode will feature this event, with the finale airing on October 4. Crunchyroll streams both seasons of the romantic comedy.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Sep 19, 2026

Crunchyroll Announces Autumn/Fall 2026 Anime Season Additions

Crunchyroll has announced several new titles joining its Autumn/Fall 2026 anime season lineup. These include The Apothecary Diaries Season 3, Firefly Wedding, Overgeared, PSYREN, and The Vermillion Mask, among others.

Source: Anime UK News · Sep 17, 2026

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Looking ahead

Looking ahead, fans can anticipate the premiere of Suikoden: The Anime and TOUGEN ANKI: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc in early October. The finale of You and I Are Polar Opposites Season 2 is also approaching. Keep an eye out for more details on the upcoming second seasons of The Cat and the Dragon, Daemons of the Shadow Realm, and YAIBA: Samurai Legend, as well as the second cour of Though I Am an Inept Villainess, all slated for 2027.