Fans of the beloved fantasy series “Spice & Wolf: merchant meets the wise wolf” can rejoice as the anime has officially announced its second season, complete with a new visual and confirmed staff members. The announcement came shortly after the first season concluded its broadcast in Japan, building anticipation for the continuing journey of Kraft Lawrence and Holo.
A Glimpse into the Next Chapter: Season 2 Visual
A new visual for “Spice & Wolf: merchant meets the wise wolf” Season 2 has been released, offering a tantalizing look at what’s to come. The visual depicts an elated Holo, holding Kraft Lawrence’s hand, as they head towards a beautiful meadow. This artwork sets a tone of continued adventure and the deepening bond between the traveling merchant and the wise wolf goddess.
Returning and New Talent Behind the Scenes
The production of the second season sees a blend of returning key staff and new additions, ensuring a consistent yet fresh approach to the adaptation. Studio Passione will once again be in charge of the animation.
Directorial Team
Takeo Takahashi, who served as chief director for the first season, will return in the same capacity. Hijiri Sanpei, the director for the first season, will also return. Joining the directorial team for Season 2 are Nobuyoshi Nagayama, known for his work on “Smile Down the Runway,” and Takahiro Majima, an episode director for “Interspecies Reviewers.”
Character Design and Music
Koji Haneda, who handled character designs for “The Faraway Paladin” and the first season of “Spice & Wolf: merchant meets the wise wolf,” is returning to design the characters, alongside Rina Sugimoto. The enchanting music that complements the series will once again be composed by Kevin Penkin, celebrated for his scores in “Made in Abyss” and “Tower of God.”
Additional Production Staff
Further strengthening the production team are:
- Color Design: Tomoko Koyama
- Art Setting: Morihito Ōhara
- Art Director: Kazuhiro Inoue
- Director of Photography: Yuki Okada
- Editor: Ayako Tan
The Story So Far and What to Expect
“Spice & Wolf: merchant meets the wise wolf” is a completely new anime series that retells the original light novel story by Isuna Hasekura, with illustrations by Jyuu Ayakura. The narrative follows Kraft Lawrence, a solitary traveling merchant, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Holo, a wise wolf deity who can take the form of a beautiful young woman. Holo, who once blessed harvests in the countryside, yearns to return to her northern homeland, and Lawrence agrees to take her on his journey. Their travels involve economic adventures and the forging of a unique and deep bond.
The first season, which debuted in April 2024, aired for two consecutive cours and was streamed by Crunchyroll, including an English dub. The confirmation of a second season suggests an intention to adapt more of the extensive light novel series, offering fans a more complete animated experience than previous adaptations. While a specific release window for Season 2 has not yet been revealed, the early announcement and detailed staff information indicate that production is well underway.
The original light novel series, which concluded in 2019 with 22 volumes, and its ongoing sequel novel, Wolf and Parchment, are published in English by Yen Press. The confirmation of a second season for “Spice & Wolf: merchant meets the wise wolf” holds the promise of exploring more of Lawrence and Holo’s intricate relationship and their economic escapades.
