Japanese metalcore sensation HANABIE. has officially released the main ending theme song for the ongoing Reincarnated as a Sword II television anime series. Titled "Bari Bari Buddy," the track is now available across multiple major music streaming platforms worldwide. Alongside the single's digital launch, an accompanying music video featuring members of the band has premiered, showcasing their signature high-energy aesthetic combined with the vibrant tone of the isekai adaptation.
The energetic track was written collaboratively by vocalist Yukina and guitarist/vocalist Matsuri, aligning with Reincarnated as a Sword II, which commenced its broadcast in Japan on October 7, 2026. The original 12-episode first season aired between October and December 2022, capturing audiences with its unique premise.
Production Pedigree and Cast
Animation production for the second season is spearheaded by C2C. Shinji Ishihira directs the series, working alongside assistant director Kazunobu Shimizu, series composer Takahiro Nagano, and character designer Atsuko Saito, with Shinya Asanuma contributing as Teacher designer. The stellar voice cast features Shinichiro Miki returning as Teacher alongside Ai Kakuma as the fierce warrior Fran.
The anime adapts the acclaimed light novel series authored by Yuu Tanaka and illustrated by Llo. Launched under Micro Magazine’s GC Novels imprint in July 2016, the franchise originated as a web novel serialized on the Shosetsuka ni Naro platform.
Some isekai protagonists are reincarnated as powerful warriors or skilled wizards, but our protagonist was reborn in another life as a sentient sword! He’s taken up by Fran, a desperate girl fleeing evil-doers intent on selling her into slavery. With her new weapon’s help and guidance, she’s able to strike down her captors and secure her freedom.
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