The highly anticipated second season of “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” is set to premiere in less than a week, on January 16, 2026, streaming on Crunchyroll. This upcoming season will delve into the Continued Northern Travels Arc, where the protagonists—Frieren, Fern, and Stark—embark on a perilous journey to the Northern Plateau, aiming to reach Aureole. With Fern now officially a First Class Mage, the trio will encounter formidable challenges along the way, including powerful monsters that thrive in areas with high mana concentration.
While the episode count for this season has yet to be disclosed, it is anticipated that the story will also adapt additional arcs such as the Divine Revolte and Golden Land, alongside the Continued Northern Travels Arc. Tomoya Kitagawa, the director for the second season, discussed the thematic evolution of the characters in an interview with Mantan Web. He emphasized that Frieren will carry forward the wisdom she gained from her late companion, Himmel, influencing both Fern and Stark as they grow throughout their journey.
Himmel’s significant role persists even after his death, as his impact on Frieren shapes her interaction with others and her understanding of humanity. The upcoming season will further explore this connection through flashbacks, highlighting the depth of their relationship and the nuances of Frieren’s feelings, which have been a subtle yet pivotal aspect of the series.
Fans looking to catch up can find the first season on Crunchyroll, while the manga is currently on hiatus, though all previously released chapters are accessible for free on Viz Media’s portal. There, readers can also find links to purchase both physical and digital versions of the manga volumes. With 14 volumes released in English to date, the eagerly awaited Volume 15 was released in Japan in December 2025, and fans are excitedly awaiting its global launch.
As anticipation builds for the return of “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” viewers are encouraged to dive back into the story and prepare for what promises to be a compelling continuation of this beloved fantasy epic.