Durarara!!x2 Ketsu
Summary: As Mikado Ryuugamine continues to purge the Dollars from within in accordance with his warped sense of justice, Masaomi Kida hopes to bring his friend back to his senses by bringing the Yellow Scarves together once more. Little do they know that a far more dominant force is about to enter their struggle for power, one that their friend Anri Sonohara is all too familiar with.
Meanwhile, the group that has gathered at Shinra Kishitani's apartment realizes that they are on the brink of something life-changing, an event that will throw Ikebukuro into a spiral of confusion. Their anxiety is realized when reports of Celty's head being found in public start to appear all over the news as Kasane Kujiragi begins to make her move.
Gone are the brief periods of tranquility as the current turmoil sets the stage for one final performance in this thrilling conclusion to the story of Ikebukuro's finest.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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As Mikado Ryuugamine continues to purge the Dollars from within in accordance with his warped sense of justice, Masaomi Kida hopes to bring his friend back to his senses by bringing the Yellow Scarves together once more. Little do they know that a far more dominant force is about to enter their struggle for power, one that their friend Anri Sonohara is all too familiar with.
Meanwhile, the group that has gathered at Shinra Kishitani's apartment realizes that they are on the brink of something life-changing, an event that will throw Ikebukuro into a spiral of confusion. Their anxiety is realized when reports of Celty's head being found in public start to appear all over the news as Kasane Kujiragi begins to make her move.
Gone are the brief periods of tranquility as the current turmoil sets the stage for one final performance in this thrilling conclusion to the story of Ikebukuro's finest.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Durarara!!x2 Ketsu Review
Durarara!!x2 Ketsu — As Mikado Ryuugamine continues to purge the Dollars from within in accordance with his warped sense of justice, Masaomi Kida hopes to bring his friend back to his senses by bringing the Yellow Scarves together once more. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Action, Mystery, Supernatural conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.05). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Durarara!!x2 Ketsu offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Action, Mystery, Supernatural, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Heiwajima, Shizuo
Main
Ono, Daisuke
Japanese
Heiwajima, Shizuo
Main
Freeman, Crispin
English
Kida, Masaomi
Main
Miyano, Mamoru
Japanese
Kida, Masaomi
Main
Papenbrook, Bryce
English
Kishitani, Shinra
Main
Fukuyama, Jun
Japanese
Kishitani, Shinra
Main
Lowenthal, Yuri
English
Orihara, Izaya
Main
Kamiya, Hiroshi
Japanese
Orihara, Izaya
Main
Bosch, Johnny Yong
English
Ryuugamine, Mikado
Main
Toyonaga, Toshiyuki
Japanese
Ryuugamine, Mikado
Main
Guilbeau, Darrel
English
Sonohara, Anri
Main
Hanazawa, Kana
Japanese
Sonohara, Anri
Main
Ruff, Michelle
English
Sturluson, Celty
Main
Sawashiro, Miyuki
Japanese
Sturluson, Celty
Main
Wahlgren, Kari
English
Adabashi, Kisuke
Supporting
Ueda, Youji
Japanese
Adabashi, Kisuke
Supporting
Diskin, Benjamin
English
Akabayashi, Mizuki
Supporting
Yamaguchi, Kappei
Japanese
Akabayashi, Mizuki
Supporting
Mercer, Matthew
English
Aozaki, Shuu
Supporting
Yanada, Kiyoyuki
Japanese
Aozaki, Shuu
Supporting
Lang, Lex
English
Staff
Maruyama, Hiroo
Producer
Ogisu, Hirotsugu
Producer
Satou, Yumi
Producer
Yokoyama, Shuko
Producer
Oomori, Takahiro
Director, Sound Director
Arie, Yuuki
Episode Director
Iimura, Masayuki
Episode Director
Kobayashi, Takashi
Episode Director
Kojima, Masayuki
Episode Director, Storyboard
Koyata, Masahisa
Episode Director
Majima, Takahiro
Episode Director
Mori, Yoshihiro
Episode Director
Ooshiro, Miyuki
Episode Director, Storyboard, Assistant Director
Takabayashi, Hisaya
Episode Director
Yanagiya, Yoshihiro
Episode Director
Nemoto, Toshizou
Script
Terahigashi, Katsumi
Script, Storyboard
Isami, Yume
Storyboard
Miyaji, Masayuki
Storyboard
FLOW
Theme Song Lyrics, Theme Song Arrangement, Theme Song Performance, Theme Song Composition