The popular isekai anime Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time is set to return with a second season, as announced on the official website for the series on Thursday. The television anime, adapted from Kogitsunemaru’s light novel series Izure Saikyō no Renkinjutsu-shi? (Someday Will I Be The Greatest Alchemist?), has captivated audiences with its unique blend of fantasy, adventure, and alchemy-driven storytelling. To celebrate the announcement, manga adaptation illustrator Tarō Sasakama shared a commemorative illustration, featured on the anime’s official website, showcasing the series’ vibrant art style and beloved characters.
The first season of Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time premiered on January 1, 2025, and was met with enthusiasm for its engaging narrative and dynamic animation. Studio Comet helmed the production, with Naoyuki Kuzuya, known for directing Saiyuki Gaiden and Bikini Warriors, at the helm. The series’ scripts were crafted by Mitsutaka Hirota, whose previous works include Edens Zero and Rent-A-Girlfriend, ensuring a well-paced and compelling storyline. Character designs were handled by Sayaka Anesaki, recognized for her work on Tohai: Ura Rate Mahjong Tohai Roku, while Hiroshi Nakamura, composer for Sweet Reincarnation and Oda Cinnamon Nobunaga, provided the series’ musical score, enhancing its immersive fantasy atmosphere.
What is Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time about?
The anime is based on Kogitsunemaru’s light novel series, which first debuted on AlphaPolis’ website in 2017. The novels quickly gained popularity, earning the Reader Award at AlphaPolis’ 10th Fantasy Shōsetsu Award in 2017. AlphaPolis published the first volume in February 2018, with illustrations by Hitogome, and the series has since grown to 17 volumes, with the latest released on December 18, 2024. Alongside the novels, a manga adaptation by Tarō Sasakama launched on AlphaPolis’ website in August 2018, with its eighth compiled volume also released on December 18, 2024. The manga is published in English by AlphaPolis’ Alpha Manga service under the title Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time, with digital volumes available on Amazon, the seventh of which was released on December 20, 2024.
The story follows Takumi Iruma, an ordinary individual who finds himself unexpectedly summoned to another world alongside a group of heroes. As compensation for this mix-up, a goddess grants him the ability to choose any skill he desires. Opting for a peaceful life, Takumi selects what he believes to be a mundane creation skill—alchemy. However, this choice proves to be far more powerful than anticipated, transforming him into an unparalleled alchemist capable of crafting extraordinary items, from holy swords to flying ships. AlphaPolis provides the following official description of the story:
Not even a hero, Takumi Iruma gets accidentally mixed in with a group of heroes chosen to be summoned to another world. As compensation for the mix-up, a goddess offers him the right to choose any skill he wishes for! Hoping for a peaceful and quiet life that has nothing to do with fighting or going into battle, he chooses a seemingly boring creation skill. However, it turns out "alchemy" is the most powerful skill that allows him to create everything from a holy sword to flying ships! This cheat skill he unexpectedly acquired turns him into a wealthy merchant and makes him undefeatable in battles! A heartwarming adventure story about (possibly) the most powerful alchemist in another world!
The narrative combines elements of isekai adventure with a focus on creativity and resourcefulness, as Takumi leverages his alchemical prowess to navigate challenges and build a prosperous life in a fantastical world.
The first season of Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time is available for streaming on Crunchyroll, which simulcast the series as it aired starting January 1, 2025. Crunchyroll also offers an English-dubbed version, making the series accessible to a broader audience. Fans eager to revisit Takumi’s journey or discover it for the first time can stream the full season on the platform.
As anticipation builds for the second season, Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time continues to solidify its place as a standout in the isekai genre, promising more alchemical adventures and heartwarming moments to come.
Sources: Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time anime’s official website, Comic Natalie
