Fans of military fantasy anime have another reason to get excited as Saga of Tanya the Evil II has released its second official trailer, offering a fresh look at the upcoming sequel. The new promotional video not only previews the anime's opening and ending theme songs but also introduces a brand-new cast member ahead of the series' July 8, 2026 premiere.
New Trailer Showcases Opening and Ending Themes
The latest trailer highlights the intense battlefield action and strategic warfare that have become hallmarks of the franchise while debuting both of the anime's theme songs.
- Opening Theme: "Why? RED induction" performed by MYTH & ROID
- Ending Theme: "Weiter! Weiter!" performed by Aoi Yūki, who voices protagonist Tanya Degurechaff.
The music complements the series' dark military atmosphere, with MYTH & ROID returning to the franchise after performing the original anime's iconic opening theme.
New Cast Member Joins the Battlefield
Alongside the new trailer, the production team announced an additional cast member joining Saga of Tanya the Evil II. The newly introduced character is expected to play an important role as the Empire's war escalates and new enemies emerge.
More details regarding the character's role are expected to be revealed as the anime approaches its premiere.
Returning Staff and Cast
Studio NUT returns to animate the long-awaited sequel, with much of the original creative team reprising their roles.
Returning staff include:
- Director: Takayuki Yamamoto
- Series Composition: Kenta Ihara
- Character Design: Yuji Hosogoe
- Animation Production: NUT
The main voice cast also returns, including:
- Aoi Yūki as Tanya Degurechaff
- Saori Hayami as Viktoriya "Visha" Serebryakov
- Shinichiro Miki as Erich von Rerugen
- Tesshō Genda as Kurt von Rudersdorf
- Hōchū Ōtsuka as Hans von Zettour
- Daiki Hamano as Matheus Johann Weiss
- Yūsuke Kobayashi as Vooren Grantz.
A Long-Awaited Return
Originally announced in 2021, Saga of Tanya the Evil II continues Tanya Degurechaff's ruthless campaign across a war-torn alternate Europe. The first television season aired in 2017, followed by the theatrical sequel in 2019, making this one of the most anticipated anime sequels in recent years.
Premiere Date
Saga of Tanya the Evil II is scheduled to premiere in Japan on July 8, 2026, with the latest trailer building anticipation through its explosive action sequences, emotional soundtrack, and introduction of new characters.
Final Thoughts
The second trailer for Saga of Tanya the Evil II delivers everything fans were hoping for—spectacular aerial combat, powerful new music from MYTH & ROID and Aoi Yūki, and another intriguing addition to the cast. As Tanya prepares to return to the battlefield, viewers can expect another thrilling season filled with strategy, magic, and large-scale warfare.
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