Again in Might, MVM launched their first assortment of the 2022 Urusei Yatsura anime adaptation. Now, two months later, we return to this new adaptation of a beloved basic with the second assortment of episodes. Will they show simply as entertaining? Let’s discover out!

Like the primary 23-episode assortment, this new adaptation continues to be a ‘better of’ sequence of tales. And we open this set in good type with an episode cut up right into a story about Ataru stealing a particular chewing gum that may create regardless of the person imagines whereas blowing a bubble, and a narrative of Lum forgetting the way to converse Japanese after Ataru unintentionally hits her with a rice cooker.

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It’s these comedic but charming storylines that make up nearly all of the runtime. Nevertheless, as soon as we’re approaching the tip of the sequence, there are much more episodes that supply significant character growth for all the forged, in addition to for the relationships they share. Ataru would possibly grumble about Lum’s presence, but it surely’s apparent deep down that he values their time collectively. So, when occasions start to threaten their relationship, we get to see a wholly new aspect to his character.

And the identical could be mentioned for Mendo, Shinobu, Ryunosuke (who was launched within the second half of the final assortment) and the remainder of the forged. What’s significantly notable about these episodes is that the group has picked chapters that supply one thing for everybody, irrespective of who your favorite character occurs to be. I like our fundamental duo, however I’m additionally significantly hooked up to Mendo, so his episodes have been very rewarding for me. As I mentioned after I reviewed the primary assortment, it’s apparent how a lot the group engaged on this loves the unique work and has finished their utmost to depict all its strengths on this new adaptation.

When this venture was first introduced, there was lots of hesitation among the many present Urusei Yatsura fanbase, who felt it didn’t must be readapted. Nevertheless, as a newcomer to the franchise, I can say I actually loved my time with it. Regardless of being a ‘better of’ tackle the story, the tales that have been picked make sure that you by no means really feel such as you’re lacking key information or that there are any inconsistencies. I’m certain that took quite a lot of time and consideration to perform. Particularly as we method the tip of the story, the place there are such a lot of essential components to contemplate.

Definitely, if you’re new to the sequence like me, it is a actually good solution to expertise it. And I feel even for these conversant in the fabric, that is nonetheless nicely value watching, because of the care with which the group have handled it. It will be one factor if it have been a case of them cashing in, however this couldn’t be farther from that type of scenario. That is purely and merely a pleasure to look at.

Having aired lower than a yr after the primary 23 episodes, nothing has notably modified on the subject of the employees. The venture was nonetheless dealt with by David Manufacturing, with music by Masaru Yokoyama and the identical glorious group of voice actors. The primary 12 episodes of this set have the opening theme “Lock-On” by Hashimero and Meguru, whereas the ending theme is “Thunder Blossom” by 9Lana and Sakuramoti. The second opening theme is “By My Darling” by Mikimaria and Nito, whereas the ending is “Haru Magai” by Ayuni D and Nito. Like the primary 4 songs, these all match the sequence very nicely!

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Urusei Yatsura (2022) Seasons 3 and 4 Collection involves the UK because of MVM Leisure and is accessible on Blu-ray. This launch incorporates all 23 episodes of Seasons 3 & 4 with each the Japanese audio and the English dub. Extras embrace trailers and promo movies with nothing else of be aware.

General, this second assortment of Urusei Yatsura proves each bit as entertaining and charming as the primary set. The episodes proceed on of their largely episodic format, however there’s much more growth for the forged as we method the tip. And when you attain that last episode, it leaves you feeling glad from the journey we’ve taken to get there.

Our evaluate copy was provided by MVM.