Following today’s broadcast of Re:ZERO’s latest episode, WHITE FOX studio has officially announced the premiere date for the second part of Season 3’s “Counterattack Arc,” scheduled to begin airing on , in Japan.
Visual Reveal and Story Preview
A new promotional visual released today showcases a dramatic confrontation between main characters Subaru and Emilia alongside Reinhard, facing off against the Archbishops of Sin – Regulus, Capella, and Sirius. The image hints at the escalating conflicts viewers can expect in the upcoming episodes.
Production Leadership Changes
The third season brings significant changes to the creative team, with Masahiro Shinohara (known for “Bunny Girl Senpai” and “Blend S”) taking over directorial duties from Masaharu Watanabe.
Returning Staff
- Masahiro Yokotani continues as head writer and script supervisor
- Original novelist Tappei Nagatsuki provides direct supervision
- Kenichirou Suehiro returns to compose the soundtrack
- Haruka Sagawa steps in as the new character designer and animation director
Franchise Background
Re:ZERO began as a web novel on Shousetsuka ni Narou in , written by Tappei Nagatsuki. Kadokawa later published the story as a light novel series in , featuring illustrations by Shinichirou Ootsuka.
Franchise Expansion
The franchise has since expanded to include two successful anime seasons and multiple OVAs, all produced by WHITE FOX studio.
Story Foundation
The series follows Subaru Natsuki, who finds himself transported to a fantasy world where he discovers he has the ability to “Return by Death” – resetting time upon his death. Rather than gaining traditional protagonist powers, Subaru must rely on this painful ability and his wit to protect those he cares about.
Looking Forward
With the season split into two parts, viewers can anticipate how the “Counterattack Arc” will develop the ongoing conflict between Subaru’s allies and the Archbishops of Sin when it returns in early 2025.
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