Description
"Sekirei ~Pure Engagement~" is the second season of the "Sekirei" anime series, continuing the story set in a world where individuals known as Sekirei, humanoid beings with extraordinary powers, are paired with humans called Ashikabi. These pairings, known as winging, bind the Sekirei to their Ashikabi, creating a deep emotional and physical connection. The narrative revolves around Minato Sahashi, a young man who becomes an Ashikabi after being chosen by multiple Sekirei, including Musubi, Tsukiumi, and Kusano. The series is set against the backdrop of the Sekirei Plan, a mysterious competition orchestrated by the MBI Corporation, where Ashikabi and their Sekirei must battle to determine the ultimate pair.
In "Pure Engagement," the stakes of the Sekirei Plan intensify as the battles between rival Ashikabi and their Sekirei become more frequent and dangerous. Minato, still adjusting to his role as an Ashikabi, strives to protect his Sekirei while grappling with the moral implications of the competition. The series delves deeper into the relationships between Minato and his Sekirei, exploring themes of loyalty, love, and sacrifice. Key characters such as Musubi, a spirited and combat-oriented Sekirei, and Tsukiumi, a proud and powerful water-based Sekirei, play significant roles in both the action and emotional arcs of the story.
The plot also introduces new adversaries and allies, further complicating the dynamics of the Sekirei Plan. The MBI Corporation's enigmatic leader, Takami Sahashi, Minato's estranged mother, continues to manipulate events from behind the scenes, adding layers of intrigue to the overarching narrative. As the battles escalate, the series explores the darker aspects of the Sekirei Plan, including the exploitation of Sekirei and the ethical dilemmas faced by the Ashikabi.
"Pure Engagement" maintains a balance between action-packed sequences and character-driven storytelling, with a focus on the evolving relationships between Minato and his Sekirei. The series builds on the foundation laid in the first season, expanding the lore of the Sekirei universe while advancing the central plotlines. The narrative culminates in a climactic confrontation that sets the stage for future developments, leaving several questions unanswered and maintaining tension for potential continuations.
In "Pure Engagement," the stakes of the Sekirei Plan intensify as the battles between rival Ashikabi and their Sekirei become more frequent and dangerous. Minato, still adjusting to his role as an Ashikabi, strives to protect his Sekirei while grappling with the moral implications of the competition. The series delves deeper into the relationships between Minato and his Sekirei, exploring themes of loyalty, love, and sacrifice. Key characters such as Musubi, a spirited and combat-oriented Sekirei, and Tsukiumi, a proud and powerful water-based Sekirei, play significant roles in both the action and emotional arcs of the story.
The plot also introduces new adversaries and allies, further complicating the dynamics of the Sekirei Plan. The MBI Corporation's enigmatic leader, Takami Sahashi, Minato's estranged mother, continues to manipulate events from behind the scenes, adding layers of intrigue to the overarching narrative. As the battles escalate, the series explores the darker aspects of the Sekirei Plan, including the exploitation of Sekirei and the ethical dilemmas faced by the Ashikabi.
"Pure Engagement" maintains a balance between action-packed sequences and character-driven storytelling, with a focus on the evolving relationships between Minato and his Sekirei. The series builds on the foundation laid in the first season, expanding the lore of the Sekirei universe while advancing the central plotlines. The narrative culminates in a climactic confrontation that sets the stage for future developments, leaving several questions unanswered and maintaining tension for potential continuations.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1The Silent Omen
2The Wind Blows
3Answer of the Wind
4The Last Feather
5Sekirei of the Flames
6Words of Marriage
7Distant Tale
8Kusa's Game
9The Many Friendships
10Far-reaching Sky
11Preparation for the Festival
12The Tower of Chaotic Play
13Genuine Ties
Cast
- Izumi HigaRainer Fritzsche
- Benitsubasa
- Mutsu
- Akitsu
- Takehito Asama
- Takami Sahashi
- Hikari
- Karasuba
- Yukari Sahashi
- Kakizaki
- Homura/Kagari
- Natsuo IchinomiyaRoland Wolf
- Miya Asama
- Hibiki
- Hayato Mikogami
- Hiroto Minaka
- Kazehana
- Nishi SanadaCharles Baker
- Minato Sahashi
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorKeizō Kusakawa
- ScreenplayTakao Yoshioka
- Episode DirectorTatsuya OkaKiyoshi FukumotoKeizō KusakawaHiroshi TamadaShinpei TomookaAtsushi NakayamaTaizo YoshidaHiroshi KuruoHironobu AoyagiNaokatsu TsudaSatoshi ŌsedoShingo TamakiMaki KodairaYu Shinoda
- MusicHiroaki Sano
- Character DesignShinpei Tomooka
- ArtRisa Wakabayashi
- Animation DirectorKatsunobu ItoTakashi MaruyamaShinpei TomookaYoshiya YamamotoKō YoshinariNaoki AisakaShigenori TaniguchiTakayoshi HashimotoKayo NomichiShinji YamamotoShingo TamakiMasakazu SunagawaSorato ShimizuMaki KodairaYukio Araya
- Director of PhotographyTadashi Kitaoka
- ProducerKozue KananiwaShunsuke Saito
- Series CompositionTakao Yoshioka
- StoryboardHidehito UedaMichio FukudaKiyoshi FukumotoKeizō KusakawaShinpei TomookaTaizo YoshidaHiroshi KuruoHironobu AoyagiHiroyuki ShimazuSatoshi ŌsedoShingo TamakiMaki Kodaira
- Unit DirectorShinpei Tomooka
- Original creatorSakurako Gokurakuin
- Art DirectorMie Kasai
- Chief Animation DirectorShinpei Tomooka
- Sound DirectorJin Aketagawa
- Executive producerHideo Katsumata
Production
- ProductionMOVICSeven ArcsAniplex
- Animation ProductionSeven Arcs
Music
Ending
“Onnaji Kimochi" (おんなじきもち)”
“Oboeteiru kara" (おぼえているから)”

