Arcane, the hit animated series based on the popular video game League of Legends, is coming back for a second season on Netflix. The show, which follows the origins and conflicts of the characters Vi, Jinx, Caitlyn, Jayce, and others in the steampunk world of Piltover and Zaun, has been praised for its stunning animation, compelling story, and memorable soundtrack.
But when can we expect to see Arcane season 2 on our screens? Here is everything you need to know about the release date, cast, plot, and more of Arcane Season 2.
When Will Arcane Season 2 Be Released?
Unfortunately, Arcane season 2 does not have a confirmed release date yet. However, based on some leaks and hints from the creators, we can make an educated guess. According to a report by TechRadar, Riot Games CEO Nicolo Laurent said in an interview that Arcane season 2 is unlikely to arrive before 2024.
He also said that he had watched the third episode of season 2, which means that the production is underway. Laurent explained that the reason for the delay was that they wanted to make sure that the quality of the show was as high as possible, and that they did not anticipate the huge success of season 1.
Another source of information is a leaked slide from a Riot Games presentation that was posted. The slide suggests that Arcane Season 2 is expected to come out in Q4 2024, possibly sometime between October and December.
This would align with the release window of season 1, which debuted in November 2021. However, this slide has not been verified by Riot Games or Netflix, so it should be taken with a grain of salt.
Agents of Fandom shared a post on Twitter:
Riot Games CEO Nicolo Laurent shared with @bilibili_en that ‘ARCANE’ Season 2 won’t release in 2023.
“We just do not want to rush, & that takes time…We didn’t know if Season 1 was going to be a success…If I had known, we would have started Season 2 way earlier.” pic.twitter.com/ouX9QnFda9
— Agents of Fandom (@AgentsFandom) April 10, 2023
Who Will Be in the Cast of Arcane Season 2?
The cast of Arcane Season 2 has not been officially announced yet, but we can assume that most of the main characters from Season 1 will return. This includes Hailee Steinfeld as Vi, Ella Purnell as Jinx, Kevin Alejandro as Jayce, Katie Leung as Caitlyn, Harry Lloyd as Silco, Jason Spisak as Ekko, and JB Blanc as Viktor. We can also expect to see some new characters from the League of Legends universe, such as Warwick, Singed, Orianna, and Blitzcrank.
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What Will Be the Plot of Arcane Season 2?
Arcane Season 2 will likely pick up where Season 1 left off, with Jinx unleashing a massive explosion that destroys the bridge between Piltover and Zaun. The blast also killed Silco, her adoptive father figure, and injured Vi and Caitlyn.
The finale also revealed that Jinx has a connection to the mysterious Hextech device that Jayce and Viktor have been working on, which could have dire consequences for both cities. Arcane Season 2 will explore the aftermath of the explosion and how it affects the characters’ relationships and motivations.
We can expect to see more conflict between Piltover and Zaun, as well as between Jinx and Vi. We can also expect to see more development of the Hextech technology and how it impacts the world of Runeterra.
The creators of Arcane have teased some character arcs and plot details for season 2 in various interviews. For example, they said that Jayce will face a moral dilemma about his role as a hero or a villain, that Caitlyn will have to deal with her feelings for Vi, and that Jinx will have to face her past and her future.
What Else Can We Expect From Arcane Season 2?
Arcane season 2 will also feature a new soundtrack that is “something very special”, according to Laurent. The first season had an amazing soundtrack that featured original songs by Imagine Dragons, Sting, JID, Seori, Madison Beer, and others.
The music was one of the highlights of the show and helped create its unique atmosphere and tone. We can hope that Arcane Season 2 will deliver another set of catchy tunes that match the mood and theme of the story.
Arcane Season 2 will also be followed by more seasons in the future, according to Laurent. He said that they have plans for at least three more seasons after season 2. This means that we can look forward to more stories and adventures in the world of Arcane for years to come.
