It has been announced that the second cour of "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers," a new TV anime series that is a direct sequel to the "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers" TV anime series which aired from April 1988 to March 1989, will begin airing on TOKYO MX and other channels from July 7th. "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers" is the first new anime in approximately 35 years since the OVA "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers MESSAGE" released in 1991, and it is also noteworthy that it is the first TV anime series to air in approximately 37 years. The series will be split into two cours, with the first cour airing from January to March.
A visual for the second season featuring the four Samurai Troopers, Kaito, Musashi, Yamato, and Shion, along with Yashimanosagume of the Tendoukai, has been released. The main promotional video for the second season, featuring Yashimanosagume, Inmei, Gomei, Shimei, and Gaimei of the Tendoukai, who hold the key to the second season, has also been released. It has been revealed that Aya Endo Maeno will voice Gomei, Aya Endo will voice Shimei, and Hirotsugu Shirokuma will voice Gaimei. It was also announced that the music unit "Dannie May" will be in charge of the opening theme "BAD Gene" and the band "Karanoa" will be in charge of the ending theme "Bakemon".
Maaya Sakamoto, who plays the role of Yashima no Sagume, commented, "I feel very honored to be able to participate in a work that has been loved for so long. I approached the voice recording with the desire to cherish the passion that has been passed down through generations. I'm excited to see how everyone will receive the mysterious Sagume."
Takehito Koyasu, who plays the role of Inmei, said, "We are finally entering the second season. Inmei, whom I play, will also be taking action in earnest, but will he be friend or foe? Stay tuned for a development that will raise more questions than answers!"
Maeno, who plays the role of Gomei, said, "I feel very honored to be involved in such a historically significant work. Each character has their own purpose and beliefs, and I was always excited to see what would happen when those clashed with someone else. We tried to predict what would happen next on set every time, and I was thrilled every time I received the script. I hope everyone will watch and see how the story unfolds."
Endo, who plays the role of Shimei, commented, "I played Shimei, a woman who is covered in snakes. Just like the samurai, we also have things we want to protect! Thank you for your support!"
Shirokuma, who plays the role of Gaimei, said, "Have you ever been in a situation where you're trying your best, shouting 'Ora ora ora!', and suddenly realize that you're out of place? He's like the only senior who gets looked down on by his juniors. It's a role where he desperately tries to make himself look strong."
"Armor Legend Samurai Troopers" is a completely original story set in present-day Shinjuku. Yoichi Fujita, known for "Gintama" and "Mr. Osomatsu," is directing, while Shogo Muto, known for "Kamen Rider Build," "Crows Zero," and "Thermae Romae," is in charge of series composition and scriptwriting.
"Ronin Warriors" is an anime produced by Sunrise that depicts five boys who possess "Yoroi Gear" (armored suits) being brought together by fate to fight against the demonic army led by the demon emperor Arago. The TV anime aired from April 1988 to March 1989, and due to its popularity, OVAs were also produced. "Ronin Warriors Gaiden" was released in 1989, "Ronin Warriors: Legend of the Shining Emperor" from 1989 to 1990, and "Ronin Warriors: Message" in 1991. A manga adaptation by Ryuichi Hoshino was serialized in "Comic Bonbon" (Kodansha).
