Anime enthusiasts, prepare yourselves for another round of supernatural battles and peculiar partnerships! Studio Seven Arcs has officially dropped the trailer for the much-anticipated second season of “Chained Soldier” (known in Japan as “Mato Seihei no Slave”). Mark your calendars, as the series is slated for a January 2026 premiere, promising to continue the unique blend of action and… let`s call it `unconventional` employment.
The Return of the Demonic City`s Special Force
The announcement, accompanied by a new trailer uploaded to YouTube, has set the anime community abuzz. Fans eager to rejoin the fight against the monstrous “Yomotsu Shuuki” will undoubtedly appreciate this early heads-up. While January 2026 might seem a distant horizon, it allows ample time for re-watching the first season or diving into the manga that inspired it all. It also gives us all a moment to ponder the strategic implications of combat-ready domestic servitude.
Recapping the Peculiar Premise
For those unfamiliar with this dimension-hopping narrative, “Chained Soldier” plunges viewers into a world where mysterious portals have opened, leading to a realm known as “Mato.” From these portals emerge the aforementioned demons, but also a new source of power for women, granting them extraordinary abilities. Consequently, special squads of female warriors have been formed to combat these threats.
Our story primarily follows Yuuki Wakura, an ordinary high school boy whose life takes an extraordinary turn when he`s rescued by one such warrior, Kyouka Uzen. In a twist that likely has HR departments scratching their heads, Yuuki agrees to become Kyouka`s “slave,” effectively transforming into a battle-suit-wearing, demon-fighting asset at her command. It`s certainly a novel approach to human resources, wouldn`t you agree? A truly unconventional career path for a teenager.
First Season`s Reception and What`s Next
The initial season of “Chained Soldier” premiered in 2024, garnering a rather diverse set of reactions. With an IMDb rating of 6 out of 10 and a Kinopoisk score of 6.4 out of 10, it found its niche among viewers who appreciate its particular blend of action, fantasy, and character dynamics. Studio Seven Arcs, known for titles such as “Arte” and “Tonikaku Kawaii,” will once again be at the helm, promising to deliver the visual quality and dynamic sequences fans have come to expect.
As we look towards January 2026, the second season is expected to delve deeper into the lore of the Mato, explore new challenges for the special forces, and undoubtedly introduce more peculiar “slave” forms for Yuuki. Whether these new forms come with improved benefits or just more arduous tasks remains to be seen. One thing is certain: the fight for humanity`s survival, intertwined with Yuuki`s rather unique professional development, is far from over. Prepare for more high-stakes battles, character development, and perhaps, a few more head-scratching moments regarding the “employment contract.”
“The battlefield awaits, and so does Yuuki`s next performance review.”
Finley Holt