Anime season announcement
The Tsugai - Daemons of the Shadow Realm anime has concluded its first season with a cliffhanger ending, leaving fans excited for the upcoming second season, which has been officially announced but not yet scheduled for release.Potential wait time for fans
According to one report, fans who exclusively watch anime may have to wait a while, with a potential release within a year or less, though the exact date remains uncertain.Manga publication in France
In France, the Tsugai - Daemons of the Shadow Realm manga is published by Kurokawa, with 10 volumes currently available out of the 13 originally published, and the next volume is set to release in November.Anime’s incomplete adaptation
Season 1 of the anime ends in the middle of volume 8, skipping an important battle, while volume 9, which is a transitional volume, provides more information about the origin of the village of Yuru and clarifies the dynamics between three key factions.Volume 9’s narrative development
Volume 9 dives into the history of the three clans, setting up a new arc that focuses on another village. It also introduces an unexpected character that moves the story forward, despite the anime skipping part of volume 8.Manga’s strengths and weaknesses
While the manga by Himoru Arakawa, known for Fullmetal Alchemist, is praised for its action, humor, and violence, it is noted that the narrative still lacks some substance regarding the will of Yuru and Asa regarding their powers.Recommendation for readers
Despite these gaps, the manga is highly recommended for its narrative control and pacing. A starter box is available, and the complete set of 11 volumes in French translation will cost about 80 euros for Christmas.Anime season 2026 highlights
Anime enthusiasts have moved on to the autumn 2026 season, which features a few hits, two or three surprises, and some cringe-worthy moments, as detailed in the X/Twitter megathread from IGN France.
