This year marks the 10th anniversary of several anime series that captured the hearts of viewers in 2014. However, the circumstances surrounding these works are particularly unique, as despite their popularity, they have never been granted a second season. Fans have expressed their disappointment on social media, sharing discussions about the captivating stories that never continued.
Engaged to the Unidentified
This anime is a romantic comedy that premiered in Japan in 2014. The storyline revolves around the awkward situation faced by 16-year-old Kobeni, who unexpectedly becomes engaged to a mysterious boy she has never met before. This engagement is the result of a long-standing agreement made by her grandfather, but fortunately, Kobeni’s life takes a turn for the better as she adapts to her new life as a fiancée, creating a new chapter for her future.
Mahou Sensou (Magical Warfare)
This anime debuted in January 2014 and is based on the novel of the same name by Hisashi Suzuki. The story follows Takeshi Nanase, who discovers a hidden world of magic on a spring morning. During a training session, Takeshi encounters a girl who suddenly becomes his magical companion, leading him to become entangled in a battle for survival.
No Game No Life
No Game No Life is a globally recognized franchise that has garnered a significant following. However, part of its fame stems from the fact that it has never received a second season. The light novel’s author, Yuu Kamiya, has often been asked about the absence of a sequel. He expressed that the reason for this is not financial, as the first season was highly successful, but rather due to the immense pressure to create a sequel that could live up to the original’s quality.
Black Bullet
Black Bullet is an action and sci-fi anime that premiered in 2014. Upon its release, it achieved significant success in terms of viewership and has a dedicated fan base. Despite having enough source material for a second season, there has been no announcement regarding a sequel since 2014.
Gokukoku no Brynhildr
Set in a dystopian world, Ryouta Murakami is filled with doubts, while Kuroneko is trying to uncover the truth about the existence of life beyond Earth. After a tragic accident, Kuroneko’s life is endangered, putting Ryouta in a precarious situation. After many years, Ryouta leads a normal life but is constantly reminded of the past and the existence of extraterrestrial life. One day, a new transfer student named Neko Kuroha arrives, who bears a striking resemblance to Kuroneko. The biggest secret is that she possesses powerful supernatural abilities.
Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun
Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun centers around the romantic feelings of Sakura Chiyo for Nozaki Umetarou. Chiyo Sakura is a cheerful high school girl who has a crush on Umetarou Nozaki, but her confession leads to an unexpected twist as he introduces her to his secret life as a shoujo manga artist under the pen name Sakiko Yumeno. Despite receiving much support from the audience, a second season has yet to be realized.
Ao Haru Ride
While most girls try to assert their femininity, Futaba Yoshioka struggles to maintain her identity in a high school filled with popular boys. However, when Kou Mabuchi appears, Futaba begins to believe that if she were to return to her old self, she might capture his attention again.
Akatsuki no Yona
Akatsuki no Yona left viewers with many unresolved questions at the end of its first season. To this day, there are still no updates regarding a second season. Fans speculate that there may not be a sequel due to the poor sales of merchandise related to the series, and the Yona of the Dawn social media pages have not been promoting any further projects.
Ore, Twintail ni Narimasu
Ore, Twintail ni Narimasu, produced by Production IMS, began airing in Japan on October 9, 2014. Despite its debut, the franchise has struggled to maintain relevance in the years since. Fans speculate that this is due to low sales of Blu-ray discs and manga. Some even suggest that the production company may no longer exist.
