: Viewers loved the anime-original touch of Ikoma breaking the fourth wall by staring directly at the camera after a successful strike.
: Fans appreciate his role as a "relatable nerd" who relies on quick thinking and strategy rather than overwhelming physical strength. World Trigger 2nd Season (Dub) Episode 12
The season finale of , titled "New Step Forward," effectively concludes the high-stakes Round 6 of the B-Rank Wars while setting the stage for the Tamakoma-2 squad's next evolution. This episode is widely praised for its improved animation quality compared to the first season and its focus on realistic military-style tactics over typical shonen "power-ups". Key Highlights & Fan Reactions : Viewers loved the anime-original touch of Ikoma
The English dub for the second season features a mix of returning and new cast members. World Trigger Season 2 - Episode 12 discussion : r/anime This episode is widely praised for its improved
: One of the most celebrated parts of the episode is Hyuse's official induction into Tamakoma-2. His "trial by fire" against Top Attackers like Tachikawa showcased his immense skill even without his original magnetic trigger, Lambiris. Character Moments :
: Yuma Kuga faces off in a intense three-way battle against squad leaders Ikoma and Oji . A standout moment for fans was the "snitch" finish—Ikoma managed to "win" the final confrontation technically, but Tamakoma-2 walked away with the overall victory.
: Her continued struggle with her inability to shoot people—and the clever "Lead Bullet" workaround—remains a core point of discussion regarding her growth as a support agent. English Dub Insights