Fans of the tactical-isekai anime Saga of Tanya the Evil can finally mark their calendars: the highly anticipated second season, Saga of Tanya the Evil II, is officially slated for a 2026 debut. The announcement was accompanied by a new teaser trailer and visual, reigniting excitement for the return of Tanya Degurechaff.
The Long-Awaited Return of Tanya Degurechaff
The second season has been a subject of fervent anticipation since its initial announcement in June 2021. After a period of relative silence on production details, the confirmation of a 2026 release year, alongside the release of a new teaser, provides a concrete timeline for fans. Studio NUT, the animation studio behind the first season and the subsequent movie, will return to animate the sequel, promising a consistent visual and narrative style.
Production Details and Returning Staff
Key staff members from the first season are reprising their roles for Saga of Tanya the Evil II. Takayuki Yamamoto is directing the new season. Character designer Yuji Hosogoe and series composer Kenta Ihara are also returning, ensuring continuity in the anime’s artistic and storytelling direction. The consistent involvement of these core creative talents suggests that the essence of what made the first season and movie so compelling will be preserved.
Voice Cast Reprisals
The familiar voices bringing the characters to life will also be back. Aoi Yuki will return as the formidable Tanya Degurechaff. Other confirmed returning cast members include Saori Hayami as Viktoriya Ivanovna Serebryakov, Shinichiro Miki as Erich von Rerugen, Tessho Genda as Kurt von Rudersdorf, and Hochu Otsuka as Hans von Zettour.
What to Expect from Saga of Tanya the Evil II
The Saga of Tanya the Evil series follows Tanya Degurechaff, a ruthless salaryman reincarnated as a young girl in an alternate wartime Europe where magic is real. Possessing immense magical talent and a cold, calculating mind, Tanya quickly rises through the ranks of the Empire’s military, driven by a desire for a peaceful life and a defiance against “Being X,” the mysterious entity responsible for her reincarnation.
Narrative Continuation
The first season of the anime adapted the first three volumes of Carlo Zen’s light novel series, while Saga of Tanya the Evil: The Movie, released in 2019, covered Volume 4. It is anticipated that the second season will pick up from Volume 5 of the light novel, continuing Tanya’s exploits in the Southern Theater of Operations. This progression is expected to bring new conflicts, including an anticipated clash between Tanya and Mary Sioux, whose family was lost due to Tanya’s actions. The dynamic between Tanya, an atheist, and Mary, a firm believer in a divine being, is expected to add a thrilling layer to the narrative.
The World of Saga of Tanya the Evil
The franchise, known in Japan as Youjo Senki, originated as a web novel before being published as a light novel series by Kadokawa, with illustrations by Shinobu Shinotsuki. It has since expanded into a manga adaptation and the successful anime series and film. The story is celebrated for its unique blend of military strategy, dark humor, and the stark contrast between Tanya’s childlike appearance and her brutal effectiveness on the battlefield. Crunchyroll currently streams the first season.
