Shadows House S2 is easily one of the best shows this season and one that is not widely discussed and can be classified as a hidden gem given the number of big name sequels and highly anticipated adaptations that aired alongside it. S1 story barely scratches the surface. S2 delves deeper into the Shadow's history and origin, the Shadows House (Place), and how everything, from kids to living dolls to star bearers to adults, came to be and what their purpose is.
New characters have been introduced, and they are very well written. We learned more about the characters' backgrounds, how they came to be, their thoughts, how they function, and what their role is in the Shadows House. From S1 to S2, there is actual character progression and character glow up, most notably on Kate. Kate made an effort to become acquainted with her debutant classmates and comprehend their reactions when she indulges her whims and forces them to accompany her. Everyone in Kate's class had glow ups, and it is easy to see how their friendship grew as they got to know each other better.
Things start to fall into place, and an intriguing storyline centered on the kids in Children's Building unfolded and appeared to reach a logical conclusion, or so the show wants us to believe. Though one could argue that the culprit in the mystery arc is obvious, given how all the hints pointed to a single entity, this doesn't detract from the enjoyment factor, and the way things were planned out and unfolded never ceases to amaze the viewers.
The OP and ED songs, as well as the art, were maintained, if not improved, from S1, and you can see how the studio managed to keep the overall quality of the show. The show's sound and art are beautifully coordinated, which enhances the overall viewing experience, from suspense to surprise to a happy going vibe. The shadow cocoon scene, in particular, has left an indelible impression with its disgusting AF appearance, as if it came straight from a horror film.
To be honest, not much can be said about S2 other than how good it is and how it blew my mind. Everything just screamed perfection. Shadows House S2 is easily my AOTS pick. If you liked S1, you'll like S2. In fact, you'll enjoy S2 even more. Obviously people like me can't wait for S3, where we'd like to see Kate and Emilico tandem, John and Shaun tandem, and more, as well as how Kate and her friends' personal relationships will be affected by how one may feel toward another and how the events in the Shadows House may affect their relationship. The show ended on a cliffhanger, so a S3 is almost certainly on the way.
TIP for those reading the review who haven't watched the show: If you want to get more thrills and suspense from the show, disregard the poster/cover art and ED.
