GATE 2nd Season

About GATE 2nd Season

Meet GATE 2nd Season (Gate: Jieitai Kanochi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri 2nd Season), an action, adventure and fantasy anime by A-1 Pictures (2016). Here is the premise in a nutshell. In short: Several months have passed since the infamous Ginza Incident, with tensions between the Empire and JSDF escalating in the vast and enigmatic "Special Region" over peace negotiations. The greed and curiosity of the global gifts have also begun to grow, as reports about the technological limitations of the magical realm's archaic civilizations come to light.

Also worth knowing: Meanwhile, Lieutenant Youji Itami and his merry band of female admirers struggle to navigate the complex political intrigue that plagues the Empire's court. Despite her best efforts, Princess Piña Co Lada faces difficulties attempting to convince her father that the JSDF has no intention of conquering their realm. Pressured from both sides of the Gate, Itami has to consider even more drastic measures to fulfill his task.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by A-1 Pictures, so the studio's house style defines how GATE 2nd Season looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. At 7.8/10 it earns a solid reception, a safe pick for fans of the genre. It aired in 2016, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.