The remarkable news arrived about the eagerly awaited third season of One Punch Man, accompanied by a new teaser trailer that disclosed details about the long-anticipated inquiry from fans since the series was originally announced in August 2022: who will be responsible for its animation?
The second season of One Punch Man had a polarized reception due to the transition in production studio from Madhouse (Death Note) to J.C. Staff (Is It Wrong to Pick Up Girls In a Dungeon?).
Nevertheless, following almost five years since the second season and minimal information disseminated since the first announcement, there will be a tangible enthusiasm regarding the series’ resurgence.
The teaser trailer disclosed that J.C. Staff will resume production for the forthcoming third season of One Punch Man, centering on the eagerly awaited confrontation between Saitama and Garou.
The subtitle of One Punch Man 3 is “Supreme Power vs Ultimate Fear” — the finest vs the finest.
It Has Been an Extended Wait
The third season of One Punch Man was confirmed some time ago; however, limited information regarding the series’ production was disclosed at the announcement in August 2022, three years following the airing of the second season.
Given the prolonged interval between the second and third seasons, as well as the delays in announcements, one might assume that fans would abandon hope for the series’ return; nonetheless, One Punch Man has cultivated a substantial fanbase with its inaugural season, and the manga, illustrated by Yusuke Murata of Eyeshield 21, continues to be published.
Significant storyline twists and characters have emerged in the manga, heightening anticipation for a third season.
The momentum has been enhanced by conjecture regarding which studio will continue the series, following widespread disappointment among fans concerning the production quality of the second season, which was produced by J.C. Staff, a reputable studio with numerous franchises to its credit.
Who is Involved in the Making of Season 3?
The teaser for the third season revealed essential staff at J.C. associated with the series, including renowned composer Tomohiro Suzuki, recognized for his contributions to Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.
Character designers Chikashi Kubota (key animation, Dragon Ball Super: Broly), Shinjiro Kuroda (second key animation, Sk8 the Infinity), and Ryōsuke Shirakawa (key animation, A Silent Voice), alongside music composed by Makoto Miyazaki, who previously produced the soundtrack for One Punch Man seasons 1 and 2.
Sources from the animation enthusiast site Sakugabooru indicate that the teaser video for One Punch Man season 3 was pre-animated by Kenichiro Aoki, who handled the sakuga in season 2, and supervised by Kazunori Ozawa, known for his work on the Saga of Tanya the Evil movie.
Ozawa himself verified this on his own X (Twitter) account. Confirmed cast members to date include Makoto Furukawa reprising his role as Saitama; Hikaru Midorikawa as Garou; and Daisuke Namikawa as Doctor Genus, the narrator.
Is the Teaser a Reliable Indicator?
The trailer for One Punch Man season 3 showcased striking visuals, centering on a confrontation between Garou and a colossal insectoid creature, while the narrator heightens anticipation by referencing the impending battle between the Hero Hunter Garou and Saitama, characterized as a confrontation between Supreme Power and Ultimate Fear.
The small segments of the combat featured exquisite lighting and effects, and based on the teaser trailer, the third season may revive some of the brilliance for which the first season was renowned; nevertheless, only time will reveal the outcome. No release date has been established as of yet.
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