As anime shows progress from season to season, there are often dramatic changes in characters. Sometimes shows shuffle between studios, sometimes actors change, and sometimes a new arc simply brings about major obstacles and growth for a given character. In the case of The Devil is a Part-Timer! a nearly nine-year gap between seasons can likely be the cause of the vast majority of changes that have been seen between the two seasons. However, unlike many of the other characters, Sadao Mao has stayed fairly true to the original vision, although he is perhaps less apologetic about it.
The Devil is a Part-Timer! follows the story of Sadao Mao, the devil, as he tries to live a new life as a human in Japan. He works at a fast food chain and lives in a tiny apartment with a few roommates. However, his previous life just can’t leave him alone. He is harassed by his old enemies, Emi Yusa and the church, as they pursue him across realities.
The Devil is a Part-Timer: How Much Has Emi Changed Since Season 1?
Sadao Mao suffered from the same visual changes as the rest of the cast. His edges were toned down, and his colors were very slightly muted. He also received a slightly more varied wardrobe. Although, the wardrobe may be less of a conscious choice on the animation department’s part and more due to the wider variety of locations. He doesn’t wear the same outfit to work as he does to the fair, or to the mall, or when he is just having casual time at home. In the first season, he really only wore his work outfit and basic t-shirts.
The devil hasn’t changed very much across the seasons, but in season two the viewers are treated to some interesting backstory moments that really deepen and round out exactly who he is. At the fair, he
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