Devil May Cry season 2: a brief review

This 2nd season of Devil May Cry swiftly addressed things I didn't like from season one, which I appreciate because they were the reason I was hesitant to even watch season 2. After seeing Mary's character development through her remorse as she confronted the imprisoned people, the purpose of her job, her betrayal of Dante, and other aspects, I had more hope.

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I wrote extensively about the first season of the series in my article, "The depressingly realistic representations in Netflix's "Devil May Cry"," but this season confirmed some things I thought after season 1 and explored more of what I wanted to see, except for Mary, or rather, Lady's childhood friend. The story explored Dante's intention to search for Vergil, confirmed that Mundus led the attack, and revealed what happened during it.

My understanding of Vergil's emotions deepens this season as they uncover how he felt inferior, was tortured, manipulated, and more. I felt soooo bad for him, but I was proud of him each time he persevered. I was surprised but happy he never reverted to his "weak" state after all he's gone through. I was even sadder when he stuck behind to fight Mundus, but it felt like the right decision too.

I liked his moment with Mattie (before he left her) and felt like that could have led to an interesting father-figure or mentor trope for Vergil to train Mattie, who had vengeance stemming from trauma. He still fights his emotions to avoid being too human, which is synonymous with weakness, as seen when he lied about not caring about Mattie yet still saved her, making his leaving her all the more surprising.  

Childhood trauma is the driving force for this series (not that people don't have their battles, but still), and almost every character has something to deal with. I'm almost surprised that Baines didn't have something that made him that way. Well, we didn't spend too much time on him before he died, but I liked that he at least asked what Lady was talking about.

I felt bad for Arius and his trauma with his father, but even more because Argosax did not let him live freely; he was led to believe in this agenda and was given several lives with the memories intact to fulfill this mission that did not succeed, but he said it was worth it, so good for him.

I love that they brought the White Rabbit back, even in the capacity that it was in. I was happy to hear Hoon Lee again and to hear Keith David as Lucan. I thought Lucan was such an interesting character that could have, and honestly, should have been explored before his death.

No comment on Dante and Lady's budding love story, 'cause it is what it is, but all love and concern for Vergil and Mattie. Still with my belief that Sparda will be included in the series, this is yet another season where it isn't mentioned that Sparda died. Season 3 could be about the absentee fathers, as Lady was heading out to deal with hers, and Sparda could return to help Dante and ease Vergil's fight.

Excerpts from my previous article:

"Both he and Vergil exhibited abilities even in their childhood, in contrast to their human mother, suggesting that Vergil could have survived the attack, especially after his claim Mundus freed him, which could be physical but more psychological to embrace his demon side more. I wonder whether Mundus was behind the attack in an attempt to capture their father, Sparda, who was not present and thought to recruit Vergil as a form of revenge."

"I believe Vergil's frustration over Dante's departure is somewhat understandable. Despite being children, he witnessed the attack unfold. Although he may not have been capable of much, he would likely have valued Dante's effort to help, much like Mary's attempts for her mother, especially given their earlier tendency to argue. While I wish he weren't upset, he is aware that Dante survived and took no action, contrasting with Dante's instinct to search for him once he realized Vergil was alive. This could reflect Dante's desire to alleviate his guilt or a genuine wish to reconnect with his brother."

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