I really liked how this episode fixed Takemitchys character and made him a much more enjoiable prtagonist to follow. Also loved how Hina had more autonomy in this season and wasn't just being pushed around by the plot. This season really did something for the character dynamics and development of this Anime. Honestly, a season like this was really needed to uphold my liking for this anime. It was a solid watch with a lot of drama, action and emotional damage. The comedic aspect of the first season was much less present, but that was a good decision. If Takemitchy was as clumsy, whiny andannoying, as he was in the first season, that would have been a real dealbreaker. had had the right development at the right time.

The backstories of some new characters really added some depth to the whole thing.