Sword of Coming 2 [Season 2 Episode 02]

Sword of Coming 2 Episode 2: A Rocky Journey Through Ancient China

Let’s cut to the chase—Sword of Coming 2 Episode 2 is like that one friend who shows up to a party hyped but forgets to bring snacks. You want to love it, but something’s missing. The episode dives straight into Chen Ping’an’s mission to escort Li Baoping to the Great Sui Dynasty, and let’s just say the “peril” mentioned in the synopsis? Yeah, it’s there… but not in the way you’d hope.

First off, the action sequences. Fans on forums have been roasting the reused fight scenes like they’re burnt popcorn. One user called out Passione Studio for recycling clips, saying, “They set up a continuation but reused bunch of fight scenes in multiple episodes—lazy or low budget?” Ouch. And honestly? I get it. The swordplay feels clunky, like watching someone try to swing a noodle at a target. The 3D animation doesn’t help either; it’s so stiff, you’d think the characters were made of cardboard.

Then there’s the story. The plot follows Chen and his crew as they face supernatural threats, but the pacing is all over the place. One minute they’re walking through a forest, the next they’re fighting a random monster—no build-up, no tension. It’s like the writers threw darts at a “dangerous situations” board and called it a day. Even the dialogue feels forced. Lines like, “Kindness can sometimes lead you to trouble” sound like they were pulled from a fortune cookie.

But wait, there’s a glimmer of hope! The character dynamics between Chen and Li Baoping are actually cute. Their banter feels real, like two kids bickering on a road trip. And let’s not forget the mysterious swordsman A Liang—his cameo adds a dash of intrigue, like a secret ingredient in a bland soup. If only the show focused more on these relationships instead of random fights.

Now, let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the fan service. Passione Studio is known for it, but this episode? It’s like they forgot the recipe. Selia’s character design screams “fanservice,” but the show barely uses it. One user ranted, “Selia’s design screams fanservice, but they didn’t go that route—what a waste!” Even the blood-sucking scenes feel tame, like a vampire taking a sip of juice instead of a meal.

But hey, not everyone hates it. Some fans are crossing their fingers for a Season 3, clinging to the open ending like a lifeline. “I enjoyed it and hope for a second season,” one user wrote, while another begged for more Leonis and Selia moments. (Spoiler: No making out in this episode, sorry.)

The biggest issue? The show’s identity crisis. Is it a martial arts epic? A coming-of-age story? A fanservice fest? It tries to be all three and ends up being none. The magic system is underdeveloped, the villains are generic, and the world-building feels like a Google search of “ancient China tropes.”

In the end, Sword of Coming 2 Episode 2 is a mixed bag. It has potential—cute characters, an interesting premise—but it’s held back by lazy animation, messy pacing, and a lack of focus. If you’re a die-hard fan, you might stick around for the next episode. But if you’re new? You might want to skip this one and watch something with more punch—like Demon Slayer or Jujutsu Kaisen.

Will there be a Season 3? The odds are low, according to fans. One user summed it up best: “It wasn’t good enough to justify another season.” But hey, stranger things have happened. Maybe Passione will step up their game. Until then, I’ll be over here, crossing my fingers for better fight scenes and less recycled content.

Final Verdict: 5/10. It’s not terrible, but it’s not great either. Save this episode for a rainy day when you’ve got nothing else to watch.

P.S. If you’re here for the fanservice, you might want to rewatch Episode 1. Just saying.