New Anime starting form January 2025.
Animatd from a hit novel series that has also been turned into a manga.
This is the second season, following the first season that aired from October 2023 to March 2024, spanning 24 episodes.
Story Overview
Set in an imperial dynasty resembling ancient East Asia, the story follows a young girl of an apothecary who enters the palace and uses her knowledge of medicine and sharp reasoning skills to solve various incidents within the court.
Like the first season, this sequel maintains its exceptional portrayal of palace life, distinctive character visuals, and well-paced storytelling.
From the very beginning, the protagonist, Maomao, skillfully applies her pharmaceutical expertise and deduction abilities to unravel mysteries.
This season will delve deeper into the evolving relationship between Maomao and the handsome eunuch Jinshi, whose pasts are subtly intertwined with secrets hinted at in the previous season.
Can look forward to seeing whether their bond deepens and whether these mysteries are finally unraveled.
Production Details
Studio: TOHO animation STUDIO, OLM (Pokémon)
Director: Fudesaka Akinori(Tsurezure Children: Assistant Director)
Series Composition: Norihiro Naganuma (The Ancient Magus' Bride: Director)
Voice Casts
Yūki Aoi(Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Kaname Madoka)
Ōtsuka Takeo(Run with the Wind: Kurahara Kakeru)
Konishi Katsuyuki(Demon Slayer: Uzui Tengen)
Tanezaki Atsumi(The Ancient Magus' Bride: Hatori Chise)
Ishikawa Yui(Attack on Titan: Mikasa Ackerman)
Kino Hina(Asobi Asobase: Honda Hanako)
Kuno Misaki(The Seven Deadly Sins: Hawk)
Seto Asami(Jujutsu Kaisen: Kugisaki Nobara)
Shimamoto Sumi(Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind: Nausicaä)
Highlights
With its intricate court drama, fascinating mysteries, and compelling character dynamics, the second season promises to captivate both fans of the first season and newcomers alike. Will Maomao and Jinshi’s relationship progress? What hidden truths about their origins will be revealed? These lingering questions will surely keep audiences eagerly watching.
