It has been announced that voice actress Romi Park will be appearing in the second season of " Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF," a new TV anime based on the popular light novel "Spice and Wolf " by Isuna Hasekura Hasekura, published by Dengeki Bunko (KADOKAWA). She will be playing the role of the mysterious merchant, Eve Boran. This will be Park's second time reprising the role, following her appearance in the previous seasons which aired in 2008 and 2009.
Eve Bolan is a character who will bring unprecedented trials and upheavals to Lawrence and Holo's journey. Park commented, "I am very happy to be able to participate again as Eve in the world of ' Spice and Wolf,' which has been loved for so long. I tried to portray Eve's strength and intelligence, as well as the delicate emotions that lie beneath. I hope that both those who love the work and those who are discovering it for the first time will enjoy it."
A teaser PV has been released on YouTube, showcasing footage from the second season. It depicts Lawrence and Holo on their journey to Holo's hometown, Yoitsu, and their way to Renos, a town where Holo's legends remain. We can also see adorable glimpses of Holo, such as her playful movements of her ears and tail, and her affectionate behavior towards Lawrence. Eve Boran also makes an appearance.
"Spice and Wolf" is a light novel series depicting the journey of traveling merchant Kraft Lawrence and Holo, the embodiment of a wolf worshipped as a goddess of fertility. It won the Silver Prize at the 12th Dengeki Novel Awards in February 2006. Sequels such as "Spice and Wolf Spring Log" and the spin-off series "New Theory of Spice and Wolf: Wolf and Parchment" have been published, and the series has sold over 10 million copies worldwide. It has also been adapted into a television anime series, with the first season airing in 2008 and the second season in 2009.
"Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf" is a new TV anime series, the first in approximately 15 years since the previous installment. The first season aired from April to September 2024, and the second season will air in 2027.
◇Cast (titles omitted)
Kraft Lawrence: Jun Fukuyama; Holo: Ami Koshimizu; Eve Boran: Romi Park
