Fans of the supernatural romance “Call of the Night” have had their late nights filled once more, as the highly anticipated second season has officially wrapped up, airing its finale on September 19, 2025. The new season, which premiered on July 4, 2025, continued the captivating journey of insomniac Ko Yamori and the enigmatic vampire Nazuna Nanakusa, exploring the complexities of their budding relationship and Ko’s quest for vampirism.
The Long-Awaited Return of “Call of the Night”
After a successful first season in summer 2022, “Call of the Night” enthusiasts eagerly awaited the continuation of Ko and Nazuna’s story. The anime, based on Kotoyama’s popular manga series, has garnered a strong following for its unique blend of supernatural elements, slice-of-life charm, and exploration of themes like freedom, self-discovery, and the allure of the night. The second season was officially greenlit in March 2024, building excitement for its summer 2025 release.
Production Details and Returning Team
LIDEN FILMS returned to produce the second season, with Tomoyuki Itamura once again directing the series. Michiko Yokote handled the scripts, Haruka Sagawa was responsible for character designs, and Yoshiaki Dewa composed the music, maintaining the distinctive aesthetic and auditory experience that fans have come to love. The announcement of the second season also came with new key visuals and a trailer, teasing the upcoming “Cigarette Case Arc” and introducing new characters, such as Haru Nanakusa, voiced by Maaya Uchida.
Season 2’s Narrative Arc and Key Themes
The second season delved deeper into Ko Yamori’s ambition to become a vampire, a transformation contingent on him falling in love with Nazuna. Their relationship faced new challenges and deepened significantly throughout the 12-episode run. The season explored the intricacies of vampire society, the dangers of Ko’s half-vampire state, and the emotional hurdles both Ko and Nazuna had to overcome.
Ko’s Journey to Vampirism and Nazuna’s Confession
Central to the plot was Ko’s continued efforts to understand the nocturnal world and his desire to transition fully into a vampire. The narrative often highlighted the contrast between the mundane day and the vibrant, liberating night that Ko experiences with Nazuna. As their bond grew, the season explored the unique aspects of Nazuna’s vampirism and the implications of their forbidden romance. Notably, the manga’s ending, which concluded in January 2024 with its 200th chapter, saw Nazuna confessing that her deepening love for Ko made biting him dangerously lethal, leading her to distance herself.
Challenges and Character Development
The anime continued to introduce characters that either aided or complicated Ko’s journey and relationship with Nazuna. The challenges they faced were not only external but also internal, as both characters grappled with their feelings and the consequences of their choices. Ko’s training to defend himself and his eventual role as a detective assistant alongside Anko Uguisu were significant developments, demonstrating his growing strength and resolve.
The Season Finale and Future Implications
The twelfth and final episode of “Call of the Night” Season 2 aired on September 19, 2025, bringing the current arc to a close. For those following the original manga, the story of Ko and Nazuna reached its conclusion in January 2024. In the manga’s final chapters, after a period of separation where Nazuna wandered and Ko trained, they eventually reunited. Ko demonstrated his ability to handle Nazuna’s vampire impulses, leading to her embracing their mutual affection and declaring him the man she loves. The manga concluded with them reunited, bound by trust and love despite the dangers.
While the anime has concluded its second season, the manga’s complete narrative provides a full picture of Ko and Nazuna’s ultimate fate. A short story series titled “Call of the Night: Paradise Arc” was also serialized from July to August 2025, offering additional content for fans of the universe. For now, viewers can re-experience the nocturnal adventures and the evolving romance between Ko and Nazuna by streaming both seasons on HIDIVE.
