Carlo Zen's light novel series, Saga of Tanya the Evil, first hit TV screens as an anime adaptation in 2017. Now, after a nine-year wait, fans' patience is finally being rewarded with the premiere of its second season this July!
Here's a fun tidbit: anime studio NUT recently dropped a bombshell on their official X account, revealing a behind-the-scenes secret! That super realistic artillery loading scene in the first episode of Season 2? Turns out, it was key animated by an animator who actually served in the artillery and has real-world operational experience! This fascinating detail has fans buzzing, completely blown away that someone with military experience is contributing to the anime's production.
Seriously, for just that one brief sequence of artillery loading, the official post confirmed it was handled by an animator with genuine artillery service and combat experience, which is precisely why it looks so incredibly authentic.
Naturally, some netizens are speculating if this talent might be a former member of the Self-Defense Forces or even special forces. Others pointed out that anime like "Girls und Panzer" also feature similar scenes, wondering if those were also handled by experienced animators.
After poring over the end credits, some fans suggested that a Korean key animation team might be involved, given the high likelihood of South Korean military service members having hands-on experience with artillery or combat operations. Others brought up the game "Blue Archive," noting how weapon operations in that title also boast incredibly refined and precise details, likely thanks to experienced artists.
While international collaboration in anime production is super common these days, hearing about an animator with actual artillery combat experience? That's still a pretty wild and rare find for most people, right?!