TV-Series
Description
"Ace of Diamond Act II" continues the story of Eijun Sawamura, a passionate and determined pitcher, as he strives to become the ace of Seidou High School’s baseball team. The series picks up after the events of the first season, with Sawamura and his teammates preparing for the upcoming summer tournament. The narrative focuses on the intense competition within the team, particularly between Sawamura and his rival, Satoru Furuya, who also aspires to be the team’s ace. Both pitchers have distinct styles: Sawamura relies on his unpredictable pitching form and sharp control, while Furuya possesses a powerful fastball that sets him apart.

The story delves into the rigorous training and strategic development of the team under the guidance of their coach, Kataoka, and the team’s manager, Rei Takashima. Seidou High faces formidable opponents in the tournament, each with unique strengths and strategies, pushing the players to their limits. The matches are depicted with a strong emphasis on teamwork, individual growth, and the psychological battles between pitchers and batters. Key players, such as the team’s captain, Kazuya Miyuki, and other teammates like Haruichi Kominato and Shouhei Kuramochi, play crucial roles in supporting Sawamura and Furuya, contributing to the team’s overall performance.

As the tournament progresses, Sawamura undergoes significant character development, refining his pitching techniques and gaining confidence in his abilities. His journey is marked by setbacks and triumphs, highlighting his resilience and determination. The series also explores the dynamics between the players, their rivalries, and their shared goal of reaching the national championship. The narrative balances intense baseball action with moments of camaraderie and personal reflection, providing a comprehensive look at the challenges and rewards of high school baseball.

The plot maintains a steady pace, alternating between high-stakes matches and quieter moments of character interaction and growth. The series emphasizes the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and self-improvement, making it a compelling sports drama. Through its detailed portrayal of baseball strategies and the emotional journeys of its characters, "Ace of Diamond Act II" offers an engaging and immersive experience for fans of the genre.
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Ace of Diamond Act II
ダイヤのA actII
Type: TV-Series
Date: 04/02/2019
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Staff
  • Director
    Mitsuyuki Masuhara
  • Script
    Kenji Konuta
    Jun'ichi Fujisaku
    Ayuna Fujisaki
    Takahiro Udagawa
  • Episode Director
    Masahiko Watanabe
    Kazuya Iwata
    Akira Mano
    Kooji Kobayashi
    Tatsuya Shiraishi
    Shigeki Awai
    Sang-Yeob Kim
    Hyeong Uk Ha
    Min Sun Kim
    Asami Kawano
    Kyosuke Takada
    Satoshi Matsubara
    Akira Yamada
    Seung Deok Kim
    Shō Ogata
    Kōji Sawai
    Tomoya Kitagawa
    Si-Hoo Park
  • Music
    Hajime Hyakkoku
  • Character Design
    Minoru Ueda
    Satoshi Tasaki
  • Chief Animation Director
    Shinichi Yoshikawa
    Ryo Kobayashi
    Satoshi Tasaki
  • Sound Director
    Hajime Takakuwa
  • Series Composition
    Kenji Konuta
  • Storyboard
    Yoriyasu Kogawa
    Takenori Mihara
    Kazuya Iwata
    Tatsuya Shiraishi
    Hikaru Takeuchi
    Jun Nakagawa
    Asami Kawano
    Kōji Sawai
    Kōji Yoshikawa
    Yūzō Satō
  • Unit Director
    Kazuya Iwata
    Jun Nakagawa
    Asami Kawano
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Sawako Takagi
  • Animation Director
    Yasuhide Maruyama
    Hiromi Niioka
    Yoshiko Nakajima
    Shinichi Yoshikawa
    Konomi Sakurai
    Shigenori Taniguchi
    Ryo Kobayashi
    Ken Obata
    Minefumi Harada
    Masaki Hinata
    Soon Young Seo
    Boo Hee Lee
    Seong Won Hwang
    Mamiko Matsumoto
    Taeko Ōgi
    Hee Kang Kim
    Kei Saotome
    Masaki Kiritani
    Atsuko Hikimoto
    Yukari Saka
    Ritsuko Taniguchi
    Min-Hyun Sim
    Hee Moon
    Reiko Nagasawa
    Chul Gyo Jung
    Asumi Hashimoto
    Yuko Kawaguchi
    Young Sub Kim
    Yong Sang Kwon
    Hyuk Jung Kwon
    Jin Hee Song
    Itaru Saitō
    Jōji Yanase
    Shinichirō Kajiura
    Tae Seon In
    Seong Un Ko
    Ae Ri Park
    Chi Geon Kang
  • Director of Photography
    Hiroshi Inoue
Production
  • Animation Production
    Madhouse
    Music
    Opening
    “Hajimari no Uta”
    “Ryūsei no Howl" (Meteor's Howl)”
    Ending
    “Golden After School" (ゴールデンアフタースクール)”
    “Kodō Escalation" (Pulsing Escalation)”
    “Chance!”
    “Everlasting Dream”