At Jump Fest 2024, it was announced that the popular anime series Undead Unluck will be returning for a second cour (season). The final episode of the first cour is set to air on December 22nd, 2023.
During a stage event at Jump Fest featuring the voice actors from Undead Unluck, the cast expressed great excitement and enthusiasm about voicing another season of the supernatural action series.
The new episodes are scheduled to be released in January 2024.
A special trailer for the second cour previewed an intense battle scene involving some new characters. One is Riki Shigeno, voiced by Ayumu Murase, who seems to be a shy young boy who gets wrapped up in the conflict.
There is also a group called “Under” that stands in opposition to the main organization known as the Union. A character named Rip, played by renowned voice actor Yuki Kaji, appears to be an important member of this rebellious faction called Under.
The trailer and cast event have built up anticipation for the continuing adventures of the undead protagonist Fuuko and her allies when the anime returns next year.
More thrilling action and unpredictable developments are certain to come based on the success of the first cour.
Undead Unluck Anime Announces Second Part Details at Jump Festa 2024
Several voice actors from the popular anime series Undead Unluck, including big names Yuki Kaji, Yuichi Nakamura, Moe Kahara, and Ayumu Murase, graced the stage at Jump Festa 2024’s “Super Stage BLUE” event on December 16th, 2023. The lively convention took place at the Makuhari Messe venue.
During the event, it was revealed that the opening theme song for the upcoming second cour of the supernatural action anime will be a passionate, fast-paced track called “Love Call,” performed by the artist Shui! Additionally, the ending theme song will be the dramatic yet upbeat hit “Nothing Can Compete With This Love” by the rock band OKAMOTO’S.
The voice cast shared their enthusiasm for the new episodes premiering in January 2024, especially with the powerful and fitting theme songs chosen to bookend each episode.
Kaji, Nakamura, Kahara, Murase, and others promise thrilling voice performances to match the exhilarating visuals when the battle between the undead Fuuko and the secretive Union continues.
With popular voice talent on board and energizing theme songs locked in, anticipation continues building for the return of Undead Unluck’s unique take on the supernatural genre.
Jump Fest 2024 Reveals Theme Songs for Undead Unluck Anime
Singer Shi Yui, who performs under the name Shui!, shared her excitement about contributing the opening theme song “Love Call” for the upcoming second season of the popular anime Undead Unluck.
In her statement, Yui expressed feeling honored and overjoyed that her voice will usher in the next chapter of the supernatural action series:
“I’m thrilled that my singing will help kick off each episode of the continuing adventures of Fuuko and the others. ‘Love Call’ has an intensity like a typhoon, surging up and down with the characters as they persist through challenge after challenge in a typically unpredictable fashion.”
She went on to describe the high-energy collaboration with songwriter DECO*27 to create the passionate track:
“DECO*27 brought his signature style to the table while I gave it my all on this demanding song. The end result is incredibly dynamic, matching the intensity of the show itself. I hope the almost recklessly upbeat vibe of ‘Love Call’ will strike a chord with fans, keeping that feeling of luck and excitement pulsing as they enjoy the new episodes.”
Yui closed by saying she hopes the “happy and lucky ‘love calls'” of the song will stay with viewers, pairing nicely with the visuals to further amp up Fuuko’s and friends’ continued adventures.
DECO*27’s Sonic Alchemy
Renowned composer DECO*27, responsible for writing and composing the rousing opening theme song “Love Call,” also shared a statement about his contribution to the upcoming second season of the supernatural action anime Undead Unluck.
He mentioned reading through the original manga material to help spark creative ideas for the passionate, rock-driven track:
“After checking out the Undead Unluck source material, I tried to channel the vibe into a high-energy musical backdrop. I’m especially proud of some of the lyrics I came up with for the chorus – ‘Resist denial’ and ‘Mix together all alone’ specifically. I feel they reflect the spirit of the unpredictable story and characters really well.”
DECO*27 went on to praise the vocal performance that brings his composition to life:
“On top of that, Shui delivers with her powerful singing. It takes the song to another level. I get fired up every time I hear her break loose in the vocals – it’s going to make a strong impact opening each episode. I’m genuinely looking forward to hearing it kick off this next thrilling season!”
Between the fiery rock music and commanding vocals, “Love Call” promises to start each weekly episode off with a fitting bang when the new cour premieres.
