Ookami to Koushinryou II
Summary: Traveling merchant Kraft Lawrence continues his northward journey with wolf goddess Holo, in search of her lost home of Yoitsu. Lawrence and his sharp-witted partner continue to make some small profits along the way, while slowly uncovering more information about Holo's hometown. However, the road to Yoitsu is a bumpy one filled with many troublesâLawrence runs into a charming young fellow merchant who has his eyes set on the female wolf companion, and he begins to doubt if Holo will remain by his side; he and the goddess will also have to consider precarious and risky business deals as Lawrence strives to achieve his dream of becoming a shopowner. All the while, with his determination tested at every turn during his journey, Lawrence must question his relationship with Holo, take on business ventures, and ask himself whether it is time for him and Holo to go their separate ways.
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Traveling merchant Kraft Lawrence continues his northward journey with wolf goddess Holo, in search of her lost home of Yoitsu. Lawrence and his sharp-witted partner continue to make some small profits along the way, while slowly uncovering more information about Holo's hometown. However, the road to Yoitsu is a bumpy one filled with many troublesâLawrence runs into a charming young fellow merchant who has his eyes set on the female wolf companion, and he begins to doubt if Holo will remain by his side; he and the goddess will also have to consider precarious and risky business deals as Lawrence strives to achieve his dream of becoming a shopowner. All the while, with his determination tested at every turn during his journey, Lawrence must question his relationship with Holo, take on business ventures, and ask himself whether it is time for him and Holo to go their separate ways.
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Ookami to Koushinryou II Review
Ookami to Koushinryou II â Traveling merchant Kraft Lawrence continues his northward journey with wolf goddess Holo, in search of her lost home of Yoitsu. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Adventure, Drama, Romance, Supernatural conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.3). 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 â whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative â 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 â 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 â score, incidental music, and sound design â 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 â 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, Ookami to Koushinryou II 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 Adventure, Drama, Romance, 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
Holo
Main
Koshimizu, Ami
Japanese
Holo
Main
Palencia, Brina
English
Holo
Main
Heller, Karl-Line
French
Holo
Main
Guarnieri, Isabella
Portuguese (BR)
Holo
Main
Bautz, Julia
German
Holo
Main
Santiaguillo, Dayana
Spanish
Lawrence, Kraft
Main
Fukuyama, Jun
Japanese
Lawrence, Kraft
Main
Tatum, J. Michael
English
Lawrence, Kraft
Main
Wilhelm, Marc
French
Lawrence, Kraft
Main
Ferraz, Fernando
Portuguese (BR)
Lawrence, Kraft
Main
Thiele, Louis Friedemann
German
Lawrence, Kraft
Main
RomĂĄn, Juan Carlos
Spanish
Amati, Fermi
Supporting
Chiba, Saeko
Japanese
Amati, Fermi
Supporting
Reynolds, Ryan
English
Amati, Fermi
Supporting
Maïnö, Michaël
French
Amati, Fermi
Supporting
Daunt, Ricardo
Portuguese (BR)
Amati, Fermi
Supporting
Rivas Villareal, Fernando
Spanish
Amati, Fermi
Supporting
SĂŒĂ, Philip
German
Batos, Gi
Supporting
Brooks, Jonathan
English
Batos, Gi
Supporting
Galéra, Jean-Marc
French
Staff
Cook, Justin
Producer
Ishiguro, Tatsuya
Producer
Suzuki, Tomoko
Producer
Tokuda, Naomi
Producer
Hayashi, Youhei
Assistant Producer
Takahashi, Takeo
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Takakuwa, Hajime
Sound Director
Shimizu, Hisatoshi
Episode Director
Terasawa, Shinsuke
Episode Director, Storyboard
Tokoro, Tomokazu
Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation
Tokoro, Toshikatsu
Episode Director
Yamakado, Ikuo
Episode Director, Animation Director, Key Animation
Daunt, Ricardo
Script
Hise, Nicole
Script
Huber, Chuck
Script
Marchi, Jamie
Script
Mathé, Solenne
Script
Shimazu, Hiroyuki
Storyboard
Tonokatsu, Hideki
Storyboard
Watanabe, Masaki
Storyboard