Watch: The Heroes Return in Vigilantes Season 2’s High-Energy New OP and ED Themes

Following the highly anticipated January 5 premiere of "Vigilantes: My Hero Academia Illegals" Season 2 in Japan, official creditless sequences have been released featuring the high-energy opening theme "CATCH!!!" by THREEE and the soulful ending theme "Miss You" by shytaupe.

New Creditless OP & ED Themes Now Available for Streaming

Opening Theme: "CATCH!!!" by THREEE

The opening theme for Season 2 is a high-energy, playful track titled "CATCH!!!" by the artist THREEE, who interpreted the concept of a "hero" through their own unique lens. The animation captures the "Vigilantes"—illegal heroes—moving dynamically through the city's underbelly with a dark yet pop-inspired aesthetic that is highly addictive.

© H. Furuhashi, BETTEN. C, K. Horikoshi/SHUEISHA, Vigilante Project

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Ending Theme: "Miss You" by shytaupe

The ending theme, "Miss You" by shytaupe, is an emotional track that mirrors the feelings of the protagonist, Koichi, as he is pushed forward by the support of those dear to him. The ED animation offers an evocative look at the Vigilantes blending into their everyday lives.

Watch the Ending Video:

Artist Profiles

Opening Theme: "CATCH!!!" by THREEE

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THREEE Profile

THREEE began his career as a Vocaloid producer, creating several massive hits that have surpassed 100 million views, including "Telecaster B-Boy" and "Ego Rock." Since 2023, he has transcended the boundaries of an internet creator, gaining widespread attention as a singer-songwriter through performances at major music festivals and successful nationwide tours.

In addition to his solo career, he recently joined the rock band Aooo as their guitarist. His international presence is also rapidly expanding, with an increasing number of invitations to perform at overseas festivals. For this latest project, he has written an original song, marking the first time he has composed music specifically for an animated series.

Official HP: https://three0303.com/
X: https://x.com/iii0303_8
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iii0303iii3/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THREEE_0303
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iii0303iii

Ending Theme: "Miss You" by shytaupe

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shytaupe Profle

shytaupe is a three-piece rock band consisting of So Sasaki (Vocals/Guitar), Masaki Fukunaga (Bass), and Takatomanda (Drums). The group was formed in June 2022 by a circle of friends from their university days in Kyoto.

The band gained massive attention with the release of their single "Rendezvous" in April 2023, which went on to hit #1 on the Spotify Viral Top 50 in August of that year. To date, their total streaming numbers have surpassed 300 million plays. After appearing at numerous major music festivals and maintaining an energetic nationwide touring schedule, they made their major label debut in July 2024.

The band is celebrated for their versatile performances—ranging from warm, gentle melodies to high-intensity rock 'n' roll—paired with So Sasaki’s powerful and beautiful vocals. Their appeal lies in their delicate lyrics, which offer an honest look at daily struggles and the intricacies of love.

Official HP: https://shytaupe.com/
X: https://twitter.com/shytaupe
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shytaupe/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shytaupe_official
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shytaupe

About Anime "My Hero Academia: Vigilantes"

The New Season Premiered Monday, January 5, 2026!

Introduction

They couldn't become official heroes... but they still want to save people! A down-to-earth story of growth featuring illegal heroes!

"My Hero Academia," created by Kohei Horikoshi, has been serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump for 10 years and has gained explosive popularity worldwide.

Now, its official spin-off series "My Hero Academia: Vigilantes" is finally getting an anime adaptation Written by Hideyuki Furuhashi and illustrated by Betten Court, this series was serialized in Shonen Jump+ and takes place a few years before the events of "My Hero Academia."

The story is set in a superhuman society where about 80% of the world's population possesses superpowers, known as "Quirks." In this chaotic world, the "chosen" profession of Heroes protects people from accidents, disasters, and Villains who misuse their Quirks.
However, there are also those who weren't "chosen" but still can't help saving people right in front of them. This is the story of those heroes - the Vigilantes.

Story

Koichi Haimawari is an unremarkable college student who once dreamed of becoming a hero but has since given up on that aspiration.

His secret pleasure is wandering the streets dressed as All Might, pretending to be a pro hero and helping people in need.

While living his ordinary life, Koichi encounters Pop☆Step, a self-proclaimed idol who performs guerrilla concerts without permission, and Knuckleduster, a mysterious masked man who calls himself a "cleaner specializing in scum." These encounters draw Koichi into the world of vigilantism.

As they illegally save people, are they criminals disrupting order or a righteous group taking justice into their own hands?

The curtain rises on the story of the "Vigilantes," heroes operating outside the law!

Staff

Original Work: "My Hero Academia: Vigilantes" (Published by Shueisha Jump Comics)
Hideyuki Furuhashi, Betten Court, Kohei Horikoshi
Director: Kenichi Suzuki
Series Composition & Screenplay: Yosuke Kuroda
Character Design: Takahiko Yoshida
Art Director: Yukihiro Watanabe
Color Design: Haruko Nobori
Director of Photography: Zhang Yingying
3DCG Director: Mizuki Sasaki
Editor: Kiyoshi Hirose
Music: Yuki Hayashi, Shogo Yamashiro, Yuki Furuhashi
Sound Director: Masafumi Mima
Production Supervisor: BONES
Animation Production: BONES Film

Cast

Koichi Haimawari: Shuichiro Umeda
Pop☆Step: Ikumi Hasegawa
Knuckleduster: Yasuhiro Mamiya
Scarred Man: Taku Yashiro

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