Spy x Family Season 2 Episode 12 Review: In Spy x Family Season 2 Episode 12, the dynamic between Bond and the rest of the family changes drastically. The episode premiered on December 23, 2023. Spy x Family Season 2 (スパイファミリー) is directed by Takahiro Harada and written by Ichirō Ōkouchi, replacing Kazuhiro Furuhashi as both the director and writer. Produced by Wit Studio and CloverWorks, the anime series is based on the manga series of the same name authored by Tatsuya Endo. The opening theme song is Kurakura (クラクラ) by Ado, and the ending theme song is Todome no Ichigeki (トドメの一撃) by Vaundy feat. Cory Wong.
(K)now Name gives the music, and character designs by Kazuaki Shimada, while Kazuaki Shimada alongside Kyoji Asano are chief animation directors. The series is licensed for streaming by Crunchyroll outside of Asia, while it is distributed by Muse Communication in South and Southeast Asia.
The plot of the series revolves around a family of three, who hide their identities from each other. It consists of an undercover spy, Twilight, with the alias, Loid Forger. His adopted daughter who has telepathic abilities, Anya Forger and his wife Yor Forger, an assassin known as the Thorn Princess, and the family dog Bond with precognitive power.
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Loid prepared to take Bond for a stroll and invited Anya to join them. However, she remained engrossed in her origami, refusing the invitation without even glancing at him. Determined to master various shapes through her paper-folding craft, Anya was fully absorbed in her task. Respecting her focus, Loid opted not to press the matter and headed to the nearby park with Bond. At the park, Loid encountered Franky, who revealed that Twilight had some special plans for Bond. With a constant awareness of the threats surrounding him and his family, Twilight aimed to enhance Bond’s training to better prepare for unforeseen challenges.
On the very day that Bond successfully locates a residential building near the site of a raging fire, Loid’s perspective undergoes a swift transformation. Despite the imminent peril, Bond, displaying unwavering courage, ventures inside with a resolute determination to assist, pulling Loid along with him.
Nevertheless, Loid expresses gratitude for the dog’s assistance at every turn. He holds the dog in high regard and unwaveringly relies on its instincts. Loid inherently believes that Bond possesses intelligence. Despite being aware of Bond’s experimental background and potential superiority over an average dog, Loid wholeheartedly trusts him to aid in accomplishing the mission.
The studio successfully maintained the format and quality of the preceding season, distinguishing itself from competitors through exceptional character traits and seamless camera work. It’s noteworthy that the voice performers skillfully brought the characters to life, infusing their own unique flair. Additionally, the music contributes significantly to the overall excitement of the performance.
Spy x Family Season 2 Episode 12 Review: Final Thoughts
The episode maintains a high level of entertainment throughout, spanning from beginning to end. While it doesn’t extensively explore the central storyline of the anime, it can be categorized as a filler episode within the series. Nonetheless, it offers valuable insights into the newest addition to the family, Bond, the family dog. Additionally, it provides a deeper understanding of Loid, portraying him as someone who holds a remarkably high opinion of those around him, even though he may objectively be the most powerful individual in the room.
Spy x Family Episode 37 is now streaming on Muse Asia Youtube Channel, Netflix and Crunchyroll.
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