Durarara!!
Season 2
Overview
Although peace has finally returned to Ikebukuro, many of the odd occurrences have become common sights around the city. One such case is the police's constant pursuit of Celty Sturluson, the Headless Rider. Moreover, someone has placed a large bounty on her, igniting the motivation of gang members all over to begin searching for the supernatural creature as well. Meanwhile, Mikado Ryuugamine is approached by Aoba Kuronuma, a mysterious underclassman with unknown intentions, who reveals that he knows Mikado's true identity. But Ikebukuro's state of tranquility is short-lived, as a new threat appears in the form of a murderer who goes by the pseudonym "Hollywood," known for wearing a different mask each time they commit a crime. As the various events taking place prove to be connected yet again, Ikebukuro is thrown into another conflict that threatens to engulf the entire city in chaos.
Episodes
1. A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
Half a year has passed. The city of Ikebukuro seemingly remains unchanged, but foreign elements are slipping in, the serial killer known as “Hollywood” being one of them. The fuse to a new series of events begins to smolder!
2. Harmony Is the Greatest of Virtues
Due to her appearance on TV, Celty Sturluson has gained even more attention and 10 million yen is being offered to uncover her identity. Meanwhile, Raira Academy welcomes its new students, which includes Mairu and Kuriri, Izaya Orihara’s sisters.
3. Adding Insult to Injury
The idol Ruri Hijiribe and actor Yuhei Hanejima; two people who, despite being hugely popular, remain a mystery. A chance meeting gives them reason to reveal their secrets to one another. Meanwhile, the various situations in Ikebukuro begin to intersect.
4. When in Rome, Do as the Romans Do
While transporting some mysterious luggage, Celty attempts to escape the biker gangs out to claim the 10 million bounty that’s been placed on her. Caught up in the chaos, Mairu and Kururi join with Kyohei and the others.
5. No One Knows What the Future Holds
With the uproar over the bounty settled, the city appears to be peaceful. However, the sparks of a new uproar begin to light, one after another. The womanizing leader of the Toramaru gang visits Shizuo, and Celty receives a request from the Awakusu…
6. A Crow in the Dark Night
A sudden attack strikes Celty. Shinra waits at home for her return, unaware of what’s happened, and is visited by Shizuo, who brings along the mysterious young girl. Mikado hears of a bad rumor about the Dollars and starts trying to figure out the truth.
7. Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears
Two killers in the Russian wilderness discuss the fugitives that have violated their unwritten law. After fleeing the company, Varona and Sloan act as hitmen in Japan. Dennis and Simon watch on as Egor, the “Philosophical Killing Machine” gives chase.
8. The Ladies' Man Has Neither Money nor Power
Masaomi contemplates friendship as he travels far from Ikebukuro. Mikado receives an unexpected visit from Aoba. Akane explains the real intention behind her attempt to kill Shizuo. And as Toramaru retaliates against the Dollars, Chikage confronts…
9. The Day Is Short, the Work Is Long
Aoba continues to urge Mikado to become the leader of the Blue Squares. Varona and Sloan, meanwhile, maintain their pursuit of Celty as the Awakusu group searches for both Akane and Shizuo.
10. The Apple Doesn't Fall Far from the Tree
Akane grew up loved by her family, wanting nothing. When she learned the truth behind the family business, it was Izaya that reached out to her. In the present day, the conflict intensifies between the Dollars and Toramaru, as Kadota and Chikage face off.
11. No Use Crying over Spilt Milk
As Izaya’s scheme exposes Chikage’s girlfriend to danger, Mikado attempts to stop the cruel reality caused by a runaway Dollars. Meanwhile, Akane returns home with Celty, but the conflict over Akane seems destined to converge…
12. Adversity Makes a Man Wise
The flashpoints that had been smoldering in several places unleash major mayhem, swallowing the city of Ikebukuro. In this mayhem, Mikado’s answer is given.
13. Love Thy Enemy
With news of Izaya's hospitalization quickly spreading, the information broker is filled with anticipation and excitement about which of his many enemies will make a move on his life.
14. Life Is But a Dream
Namie is keeping a close eye on Seiji as he and Mika go on a date.
15. Marriages Are Made in Heaven
The Awakusu Group executive Mizuki Akabayashi, nicknamed the “Red Devil of Awakusu,” hates drugs and keeps a vigilant eye on the trends in the city of Ikebukuro. The reason why he hates drugs goes back six years to the night of a fateful encounter.
16. A Rumor Only Lasts Seventy-Five Days
Rumors spread about “Ikebukuro’s most dangerous man,” claiming things like, “He’s injured. He has a girlfriend. He has a child.” After her defeat by Shizuo, Varona has lost her sense of purpose. At Dennis’ suggestion, she…
17. Asleep or Awake
It’s summer, and Anri has begun to worry about Mikado. The popular idol Ruri has been plagued by a malicious stalker. It seems that stalker is in the Dollars. In an attempt to obtain information, Yuhei and Ruri visit Shizuo...
18. Roses Have Thorns
He was in love with Ruri Hijiribe. That was the reason why he became a stalker and loved her so intensely that he wanted to destroy her soul. All the suffering Ruri had gone through, and the reason for the killer, Hollywood, will be revealed.
19. A Cat Has Nine Lives
Everyone involved with Ruri is becoming the target of the stalker. Shizuo and Masaomi find themselves caught up in the action and encounter a member of Blue Square in the midst of it. With Anri in imminent danger, Masaomi seeks out the truth.
20. A Mouth of Nectar, a Heart of Needles
Amphisbaena runs an underground casino, and Heaven’s Slave, a gang of drug dealers. Even then, no one can figure out who these two groups really are. The Awakusu Group hires Izaya to do some digging, but...
21. Eloquent and Competent
Using a number of pseudonyms, Izaya has continued to cause an uproar from behind the scenes. One of these pseudonyms is a story that goes back 12 years ago, from the time he was a middle school student along with Shinra.
22. Blessed Are the Foolish
Various people begin to move around the Dollars. Learning of Mikado’s current situation, Masaomi revives the Yellow Scarves and in his determination to crush the Dollars, approaches Kyohei. Meanwhile, we learn more of Aoba’s history with his brother.
23. Birds of a Feather
Kadota was in a hit-and-run and the resulting rumors have Saburo and Walker taking action. In an effort to get information on the Dollars, Shuji Niekawa contacts Haruya Shiki. Meanwhile, Akabayashi follows up with Izaya on his investigation of Mikado.
24. It Takes a Thief to Catch a Thief
Advancing the internal purge of the Dollars, Mikado tries to realize his ideal, which is leading to a clash with the Yellow Scarves. Various incidents are further entangled as another uproar occurs in Ikebukuro, and the story deepens into further chaos!
25. Even a Chance Acquaintance is Decreed by Destiny
In the city of Ikebukuro, something else is beginning to move. Everyone that has gathered in Celty’s apartment discuss how to deal with the problems they’re each facing.
26. Bell the Cat
Anri seeks out Erika at the hospital, but they have a few unexpected encounters before they can talk. Meanwhile, other women throughout the city begin to take action.
27. All in the Same Boat
By one girl’s hand, the existence of the head is made known to the public. In response to the news, Mikado makes a phone call. Meanwhile, Haruna makes a proposal to Anri…
28. Blood Is Thicker Than Water
Chikage approaches the Yellow Scarves with a choice, “Have your gang taken over, or have it destroyed.” While Masaomi decides how to respond to this, Anri learns more about Saika and must make a decision of her own.
29. Lost in the Dark
Kasane’s unexpected visit to Shinra and Celty sparks a chase across the city. Meanwhile, Masaomi and Chikage’s fight has been interrupted by Izumii, who’s looking to settle matters with Masomi.
30. In For a Penny, In For a Pound
Izaya is overjoyed at Mikado’s behavior, which has greatly exceeded his expectations, and grows more excited at the future uproar he is ushering in. Masaomi and Chikage talk through things, while Saki and Anri break the ice.
31. No Love Lost
Namie has flooded the chat room with messages calling out Mikado and demanding he take responsibility for the situation she claims he’s created. Meanwhile, Shooter and Shizuo race to Celty and a confrontation with Kasane and Seitaro.
32. A Tiger Dies and Leaves His Skin
Izaya and Shizuo prepare to face off as the city fills with a mob possessed by Saika.
33. Walking On Thin Ice
The number of Saika possessed people continues to increase as they fill the area around Russia Sushi. Anri heads to visit Celty and the Blue Square prepare to confront Chikage, all while Izaya and Shizuo fight to the death.
34. Telepathy
Anri opens up to Kadota and the others about Saika; meanwhile, Erika discovers that the Saika zombies are after Mikado and Kasane.
35. Life Is an Unknown Course
Above the confusion of the city below, Mikado and Masaomi finally reunite. Masaomi frantically attempts to persuade his friend, but… Meanwhile, Shinra continues after Celty and encounters Kasane, who tells him the reason he was abducted.
36. Those Who Meet Must Part
A boy who yearned for the extraordinary, and the twisted love story that swallowed up too many people, finally draws to the end of their performance!
