Kadokawa has unveiled a fresh promotional trailer confirming that Clevatess II – The King of Magical Beasts and the Legend of the False Hero will premiere on July 8, 2026.
The video also debuts the opening theme “Foreshadow” by Mayu Maeshima, setting the tone for a season that promises even deeper twists and darker revelations.
A Strong Creative Team Behind the Sequel
The second season continues under the guidance of a seasoned production crew:
- Animation by Studio Lay‑duce
- Direction by Sōta Ueno
- Series composition by Keigo Koyanagi
- Character designs by Souichirou Sako
- Music by Nobuaki Nobusawa
It is a lineup built for emotional intensity, sharp action and atmospheric worldbuilding.
A Cast Ready for New Conflicts
Returning and new cast members include:
- Haruka Shiraishi as Alicia
- Mutsumi Tamura as Clen
- Yūichi Nakamura as Clevatess
- Saya Aizawa as Luna
- Shūichirō Umeda as King
- Yurina Kikuchi as Mary Mary
- Tatsumaru Tachibana as Andrew
- Ryōta Suzuki as Tigel
- Hiromu Mineta as Leon
From Manga to Anime: A Dark Fantasy Legacy
Clevatess began serialization in 2020, written and illustrated by Yuji Iwahara, known for his work on Darker than Black, King of Thorn and Dimension W.
The series blends high fantasy, tragedy and moral ambiguity, making it one of the standout dark fantasy titles of recent years.
A Story Where Heroes May Be the Real Threat
The premise of Clevatess remains one of its strongest hooks.
Alicia, a girl who has dreamed of becoming a hero since childhood, is chosen as one of 13 legendary warriors tasked with defeating the lord of magical beasts, Clevatess.
But the mission hides a devastating truth: the heroes themselves may trigger a catastrophe capable of wiping out humanity.
The world’s final hope rests not with the chosen heroes, but with a baby entrusted to the king of magical beasts.
A New Season Built on Betrayal and Revelation
With a new subtitle centered on a “False Hero,” Season 2 is poised to explore the consequences of misplaced faith, manipulated destinies and the fragile line between savior and destroyer.
Expect a heavier emotional tone, sharper conflicts and a deeper dive into the mythology surrounding Clevatess and the fate of the world.