by The highly anticipated second season of the TV anime The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen: From Villainess to Savior (often abbreviated as Last Boss Queen or Rasu-tai) is set to premiere on April 7, 2026, on TOKYO MX and other Japanese networks.
Alongside the announcement, a new key visual has been revealed featuring major returning characters Pride, Stiyl, Tiara, and Arthur as well as newcomers Leon and Cedric, who will play important roles in the upcoming storyline.
A major casting update was also confirmed: Ryota Suzuki will voice Harrison, the commander of the Kingdom of Freesia’s Eighth Knight Division.
New Character: Harrison, Commander of the 8th Division
Season 2 introduces Harrison, leader of one of the most unconventional military units in the kingdom.
Who Is Harrison?
- Commander of the Eighth Knight Division
- Known for strict meritocracy and individualistic members
- Leads a unit composed of elite yet unconventional soldiers
- Expected to play a major role in the political and military conflicts of Season 2
Ryota Suzuki’s casting has generated excitement among fans, as he is known for delivering strong performances in action-fantasy roles.
Theme Songs for Season 2
The production team also revealed the opening and ending themes:
- Opening Theme: “Ego” by Retroriron
- Ending Theme: “Tarareba” by Garakuta
Both songs are expected to reflect the darker emotional tone and character development of the new season
Story Overview: A Villainess Who Chooses to Save Everyone
The series is based on the light novel by Tenichi, originally published on the popular web novel platform “Shōsetsuka ni Narō” (Let’s Become a Novelist).
Premise
The story follows Pride Royal Ivy, a tyrannical princess and final boss character in the otome game A Ray of Light with You. After regaining memories of her previous life, she realizes she is destined to become a cruel ruler responsible for immense suffering.
Determined to change fate, Pride uses her knowledge of the game’s future events to prevent tragedies and build a world where everyone can be happy.
Instead of becoming the ultimate villain, she transforms into a leader who protects her people and allies — even if it means sacrificing herself.
What Happened in Season 1?
The first season aired from July to September 2023 and introduced:
- Pride’s reincarnation and awakening of memories
- Her efforts to reform the kingdom
- The rescue and protection of key characters
- Political intrigue within the royal court
- The formation of strong bonds with Stiyl, Tiara, Arthur, and others
Season 2 will continue exploring the consequences of Pride’s actions as new threats emerge.
Staff and Production Team
The anime continues to be produced by an experienced creative team:
- Director: Norio Nitta
- Series Composition: Deko Akao
- Character Design: Hitomi Kono
- Music: Nanae Nakamura, Tatsuhiko Saiki, Kanade Sakuma, Junko Nakajima, Misaki Tsuchida, Tsukumi Tanaka, Kaho Sawada
- Animation Production: OLM Team Yoshioka
OLM is known for producing major anime titles, ensuring consistent visual quality and storytelling.
Main Cast
Returning and new voice actors include:
- Pride — Fairouz Ai
- Stiyl — Kouki Uchiyama
- Tiara — Haruka Tomatsu
- Arthur — Junya Enoki
- Leon — Shinnosuke Tachibana
- Cedric — Hikaru Midorikawa
- Gilbert — Koji Yusa
- Roderick — Hiroki Yasumoto
- Clark — Toshihiko Seki
- Callum — Daisuke Ono
- Eric — Takuma Nagatsuka
- Alan — Hiro Shimono
- Harrison — Ryota Suzuki
- Val — Junichi Suwabe
This star-studded cast adds significant appeal for anime fans.
Why Season 2 Is Highly Anticipated
The villainess-reincarnation genre remains one of the most popular trends in anime and light novels, but Last Boss Queen stands out for its emotional depth and morally complex protagonist.
Key Reasons Fans Are Excited
- A rare villainess story focused on self-sacrifice rather than romance alone
- Strong political and military elements
- Expanding world-building in Season 2
- Introduction of powerful new characters
- Darker themes and higher stakes
Broadcast Details
- Premiere Date: April 7, 2026
- Networks: TOKYO MX and other channels
- Genre: Fantasy, Villainess, Reincarnation, Drama
International streaming details are expected to be announced closer to the premiere.
Final Thoughts
Season 2 of The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen promises to deepen the story of Pride’s struggle against fate while introducing new allies, enemies, and moral dilemmas. With a new knight commander entering the stage and tensions rising within the kingdom, the upcoming season could surpass the original in both scale and emotional impact.
For fans of fantasy anime, villainess stories, and character-driven drama, this sequel is shaping up to be one of the must-watch titles of Spring 2026
