‘The Beginning After the End’ Season 2 Premieres on Crunchyroll

Fans of the fantasy anime series The Beginning After the End have a date to mark on their calendars: the premiere of season 2 is set for April 1st on Crunchyroll [1]. For those needing a refresher, season 1 is currently available for streaming on the platform.

What to Expect in Season 2

The latest trailer showcases upcoming scenes featuring Arthur Leywin and Jasmine Flamesworth as they continue their adventures, battling monsters and facing new challenges. Season 2 will introduce new characters – Brald, Vio, and Samantha – voiced by Ryota Oska, Yumiri Hanamori, and Moe Nagumuta, respectively [4]. A formidable S-class mana beast also emerges as a significant threat to the duo.

Adding to the excitement, the new opening theme song, “Sayonara Janai Hō ga Ii” (“It Would Be Better If We Don’t Have to Say Goodbye”), is composed by SIX LOUNGE [4].

The Story Behind the Anime

The Beginning After the End is based on the popular webcomic and novel by TurtleMe, originally created in July 2018 [2]. The anime adaptation was first announced at New York Comic Con on October 19, 2024 [2]. Studio A-CAT is producing the series, with Keitaro Motonaga directing, Takamitsu Kono handling series composition, Masami Sueoka designing the characters, and Keiji Inai composing the music [4].

Synopsis

The story centers around King Grey, who mysteriously dies and is reincarnated as Arthur Leywin in the magical world of Dicathen. As a baby, Arthur embarks on a journey to learn magic and forge a new destiny, seeking to overcome his past life. Season 2 follows Arthur and Jasmine as their adventures attract the attention of an AA-ranked adventurer, leading them to a dangerous new threat [3].

A Milestone for Web Novels

The Beginning After the End holds the distinction of being the first American web novel/comic to be adapted into an anime series [3]. The anime premiered on April 2, 2025, on Crunchyroll and Fuji TV [3]. The 24-episode season is split into two parts, with episodes released weekly.