by The first season of Tenmaku no Jardugal has come to an end, and fans are already asking for more.
Following the broadcast of Episode 12, “The Steppe, Ever Unchanging,” on September 12, 2026, the official anime account released a special “Thank You for Watching” illustration drawn by original manga creator Tomato Soup.
The illustration quickly attracted attention online, with viewers praising the anime’s storytelling, animation, voice performances, and historical atmosphere. Many fans also expressed the same hope: they want a second season.
Comments described the finale as feeling “like a historical drama,” while others praised the series as an exceptionally compelling anime and thanked the production team for bringing Tomato Soup’s manga to television.
However, there is an important distinction: Season 2 has not been officially announced at this time. The current discussion about a sequel comes from fans, while the manga itself is still ongoing.
Tenmaku no Jardugal Season 1 Comes to an End.
The 12-episode television anime began broadcasting in Japan on July 4, 2026, with its first two episodes airing together as a one-hour premiere.
The series concluded with Episode 12 on September 12, completing its first season. The finale is officially titled “The Steppe, Ever Unchanging.”
The anime was produced by Science SARU, with Naoko Yamada serving as chief director and Abel Gongora as director. The series composition was handled by Kanichi Kato, while Kenichi Yoshida served as character designer and chief animation director.
The staff lineup also included music by Koshiro Hino, with SEKAI NO OWARI performing the opening theme “Stella” and Queen Bee performing the ending theme “Hoshi.”
What Happened in the Final Episode?
The finale continues several major storylines involving Sitara, Dregene, Ogotai, Borachin, and Solkhatani.
After being influenced by Sitara, Solkhatani refuses her arranged marriage to Guyuk. At the same time, Borachin, who is attempting to bring the Tolui family completely under her control, sees her plans challenged.
Meanwhile, Sitara continues searching for information about Dregene and finally discovers a clue.
The episode also brings Sitara face-to-face with Ogotai, who challenges her to a philosophical contest of sorts.
Ogotai asks Sitara why the stars move across the sky. When Sitara gives her answer, Ogotai offers a different interpretation.
The conversation eventually becomes much more emotional.
Ogotai tells Sitara that he intends to make the Mongol Empire more prosperous in his own way, different from the methods of his father and Tolui. He even suggests that if Sitara and Dregene can eventually become happy, he will consider that his victory.
The statement leaves Sitara overwhelmed.
Sitara’s Final Scream Becomes One of the Episode’s Biggest Moments
One of the most widely discussed scenes in Episode 12 is Sitara’s emotional outburst after her conversation with Ogotai.
After he leaves, Sitara is finally alone and releases all the emotions she has been holding inside.
Her scream is raw, painful, and almost impossible to describe as a conventional anime “heroine moment.”
Viewers immediately praised Akira Sekine’s voice performance, with reactions describing the scene as powerful enough to cause chills.
Some fans said the sequence was particularly effective because animation and voice acting allowed the emotion to be expressed in a way that was difficult to reproduce on the manga page.
Interestingly, Tomato Soup herself praised the scene.
The original creator explained that Sitara’s scream was an idea that had not occurred while drawing the manga, but she felt that the anime version captured something essential about Sitara’s character.
That makes the moment especially significant: it is not simply a faithful reproduction of the manga, but an example of the anime adding its own interpretation while remaining connected to the original work.
Tomato Soup Shares a Special Thank-You Illustration
After the finale aired, the official Tenmaku no Jardugal account released a new “Thank You for Watching” illustration drawn by Tomato Soup.
The artwork commemorates the completion of the 12-episode television series and features Sitara and Dregene holding hands, reinforcing the bond between the two women that has become central to the story.
The official message thanked viewers for supporting the anime throughout its broadcast.
The image quickly became a focal point for fans who had followed the series from its July premiere through the finale.
Many viewers interpreted the illustration as a fitting image for the end of the first season because Sitara and Dregene’s relationship is built not simply on friendship, but on shared loss, political survival, and their desire to resist the forces that have controlled their lives.
Fans Call the Ending “Like a Historical Drama”
The reaction to the finale has been overwhelmingly enthusiastic on social media.
Fans praised the show’s ability to create tension through conversations and political maneuvering rather than relying solely on action scenes.
One recurring description was that the ending felt “like a historical drama.”
Other viewers praised the series as an unusually intelligent anime, while some said the finale reminded them of the strength of the original manga.
There were also comments emphasizing the quality of the entire production, including the visuals, voice acting, music, and storytelling.
Because the series is based on historical figures and events from the Mongol Empire, its dramatic structure often feels closer to a period political drama than a conventional fantasy anime.
That quality is one of the reasons the finale has generated such strong reactions.
Fans Are Already Asking for Season 2
The biggest question following the finale is obvious:
Will there be a second season?
Fans are certainly hoping so.
Comments following the finale included requests such as:
“Can we hope for a sequel?”
“I’m already looking forward to Season 2!”
“It’s a shame for such a wonderful anime to end with only one season.”
Other viewers thanked the production team and said they hoped the anime would continue.
However, there is currently no official Season 2 announcement.
That means fans should distinguish between the enthusiastic calls for a sequel and confirmed production news.
The original manga is also still ongoing, so there is additional source material beyond the first season that could potentially be adapted in the future. Tomato Soup herself noted after the finale that the manga has not yet finished and that she intends to continue drawing it through to the end.
Why There Is More Story to Tell
The fact that the manga is ongoing is particularly important for anyone wondering why fans are asking for more.
The first anime season introduces Sitara’s journey from a young girl whose life is destroyed by the Mongol Empire to a highly intelligent survivor who learns to use knowledge as her greatest weapon.
Her relationship with Dregene becomes increasingly important as both women discover that they have suffered under the same political system in different ways.
But the historical period surrounding them is enormous.
The Mongol Empire was still expanding, and the political relationships among figures such as Ogotai, Tolui, Dregene, Guyuk, and the wider imperial family were constantly changing.
That gives the original manga plenty of historical material to explore beyond the first season.
What Is Tenmaku no Jardugal About?
For newcomers, Tenmaku no Jardugal is a historical drama set in the 13th-century Mongol Empire.
The story begins with Sitara, a young girl whose life is transformed by tragedy.
After losing her mother and being separated from her homeland, Sitara is taken in by a scholarly family. There, she learns about the power of knowledge and education.
She eventually becomes fascinated by learning and dreams of continuing her studies.
But the expansion of the Mongol Empire reaches her home, and Sitara’s life is destroyed once again.
Captured and brought into the imperial world, she realizes that her greatest remaining weapon is not physical strength.
It is knowledge.
Rather than openly fighting the empire, Sitara decides to use her intelligence to survive within the royal court and eventually undermine the system that took everything from her.
Sitara and Dregene’s Bond Is at the Heart of the Story
The most important relationship in the anime is arguably the bond between Sitara and Dregene.
Dregene is one of Ogotai’s wives and another woman who carries a complicated history of suffering and resentment.
When Sitara meets her, the two discover that their experiences have more in common than they initially realize.
Their relationship gradually develops into a partnership built around survival, trust, and revenge.
The official series description summarizes the central premise as two women who were never supposed to meet joining hands and changing the course of history.
That is why the Tomato Soup thank-you illustration showing Sitara and Dregene holding hands feels particularly appropriate after the finale.
The Anime’s Historical Setting Is a Major Attraction
Unlike many fantasy anime that simply borrow historical names, Tenmaku no Jardugal draws heavily on the political and social environment of the Mongol Empire.
The series explores the royal family, arranged marriages, succession, education, slavery, court politics, and the limited choices available to women within the historical setting.
For beginners, that can initially seem intimidating.
However, the anime introduces these elements primarily through the experiences of its characters.
You do not need to be an expert in Mongol history to understand the central story.
At its core, the series is about people trying to survive and find agency in a world where political power is controlled by a small number of rulers.
Science SARU’s Visual Approach Received Praise
The anime was produced by Science SARU, a studio known for its distinctive animation style.
The series combines painterly backgrounds, expressive character animation, unusual camera movement, and carefully designed historical environments.
That visual approach helps distinguish Tenmaku no Jardugal from more conventional seasonal anime.
The production also benefited from the involvement of Naoko Yamada as chief director and Kenichi Yoshida as character designer and chief animation director.
The result is a series that often places as much emphasis on facial expressions, body language, and atmosphere as it does on dialogue.
The Music Also Helped Define the Series
The opening theme, “Stella” by SEKAI NO OWARI, and ending theme, “Hoshi” by Queen Bee, became important parts of the anime’s identity.
The official production committee has now also released a collaboration music video for “Hoshi”, following the final episode. The timing gives fans another opportunity to revisit the show’s characters and atmosphere after the story has concluded.
The music fits the series’ emotional tone particularly well, balancing the historical setting with the personal struggles of Sitara and Dregene.
The Series Has Earned Major Recognition
The original manga by Tomato Soup was already highly regarded before its anime adaptation.
It won the women’s category of Takarajimasha’s Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2023 and was nominated for the Manga Taisho in both 2023 and 2024.
It also won the Comics category of the 55th Japan Cartoonists Association Award.
Those achievements helped establish Tenmaku no Jardugal as a notable historical manga before Science SARU brought it to television.
The anime has now introduced the story to a much wider audience.
A New Blu-ray BOX Is Coming in 2027
Even though the first season has ended, the franchise is continuing with a major home-video release.
The ** Tenmaku no Jardugal Blu-ray BOX** is scheduled to launch in Japan on February 3, 2027, priced at ¥39,600 including tax.
The two-disc set contains all 12 episodes, with approximately 276 minutes of main content.
The package includes a special box inspired by the book “Elements” (Genron), an original digipak illustration by character designer and chief animation director Kenichi Yoshida, a special booklet featuring a newly drawn manga by Tomato Soup and creator interviews, as well as a storyboard and original-art collection.
The Blu-ray also includes behind-the-scenes footage, promotional videos, cast interviews, and audio commentary for Episodes 1, 4, 9, and 12.
That final-episode commentary features Akira Sekine, Ami Koshimizu, Hiro Shimono, and Miyu Irino, giving fans another opportunity to hear the cast discuss the story.
The Ending Is Not the End of the Manga
One reassuring point for fans is that the anime’s conclusion does not mean the entire Tenmaku no Jardugal story is finished.
The manga remains in serialization.
Tomato Soup directly acknowledged this after the anime finale, saying that the original work is still unfinished and expressing her determination to continue drawing it to the end.
Therefore, even without an immediate Season 2 announcement, the story itself continues in the manga.
For viewers who have finished the anime and want to know what happens next, the original manga is the natural place to continue—although readers should expect differences in pacing and presentation between the manga and anime.
A Finale That Left Fans Wanting More
The first season of Tenmaku no Jardugal ends on a deliberately emotional note.
Sitara has not defeated the Mongol Empire.
Dregene’s story is far from finished.
The political situation remains complicated.
And the relationship between the characters continues to evolve.
That is exactly why fans are asking for another season.
Rather than ending with a simple victory, the anime closes by reminding viewers that the historical events surrounding these characters are much larger than a single 12-episode story.
The result is a finale that feels less like a traditional ending and more like the closing chapter of one stage in a much larger historical drama.
Season 2 Is Wanted—But Not Yet Confirmed
For now, the status is straightforward:
** Tenmaku no Jardugal Season 1 is complete, the manga is ongoing, and Season 2 has not been officially announced.**
The strong fan response is certainly clear, with viewers openly asking for the story to continue.
The new Blu-ray release, ongoing manga, post-finale promotions, and continued international interest mean the franchise remains active even after the television broadcast has ended.
But until the production committee officially announces another season, claims about a Season 2 release date, studio, or production status would be speculation.
For fans, the best confirmed news is that the story itself is not over.
