More than a decade after its initial television debut, GATE is making a triumphant return with its long-awaited second season. Officially titled GATE 2: Jieitai Kano Umi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri, and subtitled in English as GATE 2: Tides of Conflict, the new season introduces a dramatic shift in setting—from land to sea—with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) now taking center stage.
A New Studio and Creative Team
The upcoming season will be produced by Studio M2, known for its critically acclaimed work on PLUTO. This marks a significant change from the first season’s production by A-1 Pictures. The second season brings with it a fresh creative team, while retaining some continuity from the original adaptation.
Key Staff:
- Director: Toru Takahashi
- Series Composition & Script: Tatsuhiko Urahata (returning from Season 1)
- Character Design: Shigeru Fujita
- Animation Production: Studio M2
- Production Cooperation: GENCO
A New Cast of Characters of Gate 2
GATE 2 introduces several new characters who are expected to drive the sea-bound narrative forward. The announced characters include:
- Tokushima Hajime
- Edajima Goro
- Primera Luna Avion
- Odette Ze Nebula
- Shura No Arch
The story is set to deliver a mix of large-scale naval combat and political intrigue within its established fantasy world.
Author’s Message
Original author Takumi Yanai expressed heartfelt excitement and gratitude in a special message:
“As the sun rises in the east and sets in the sea of the west—crossing distant time, crossing gates, setting out into the world in leather boots—it brings me great honor to announce the anime adaptation of GATE 2: Tides of Conflict.
This story is built word by word with my own thoughts and emotions poured into each stroke of the pen… I hope this story becomes a wind that soars across Japan, the East and the West, and beyond to the rest of the world.”
A Fan-Driven Revival Through Oshi
The new season is being produced in collaboration with Oshi, a fan-powered anime production platform. Oshi aims to revolutionize how anime is made by allowing fans to directly support and influence production. Through this partnership, GATE 2 is being celebrated as a revival made possible by years of fan dedication.
Contributor Reward Tiers
Fans can support the project using Valor, Oshi’s in-platform currency. Various digital and physical rewards are available through tiered contributions:
- Legacy (500 Valor): Digital emblem, character sketches, early access content
- Petty Officer (2,000 Valor): Thank-you messages, commendation board listing
- Chief Petty Officer (9,900 Valor): Merchandise pack and collectibles
- Lieutenant (25,000 Valor): Access to work-in-progress materials, signed content
- Commander (100,000 Valor): Name in credits and physical memorabilia
- Captain (250,000 Valor): Autographed items, surprise rewards
- Admiral (TBA): Cameo appearance, credit in all episodes, private screening access
Oshi’s system is designed to create deeper engagement, giving fans behind-the-scenes access and a tangible role in the anime’s production lifecycle.
Background on the GATE Franchise
Originally written by Takumi Yanai, GATE: Jieitai Kano Chi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri began as a web novel series published between 2006 and 2009 on Arcadia. The series was picked up by AlphaPolis in 2010 and has since seen widespread success, with over 7.3 million copies in circulation (including digital editions) as of June 2024.
A manga adaptation by Satoru Sao began serialization in 2011, followed by multiple spinoffs in 2015. The anime adaptation aired in two parts: Summer 2015 and Winter 2016. In North America, the series is licensed by Sentai Filmworks.
A sequel light novel series—Jieitai Kano Umi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri—launched in 2017 and is currently ongoing. GATE 2: Tides of Conflict is the first anime adaptation of this new arc.
What to Expect
GATE Season 2 is expected to combine the series’ trademark military realism with high-fantasy world-building, while exploring international conflict and cultural diplomacy from the vantage point of a maritime setting. With a new studio and revitalized fan backing, GATE’s second season may become one of the most unique anime revivals in recent memory.
