With Miharu having made the decision to use his power to help erase his friend's existence, the battle lines have been drawn. He joins the Iga Clan to be close to Yoite, who is desperate to have his existence erased before his inevitable death. Yoite has the "Kira" or power to inject his ki or energy into his opponents body and control them. Although, every time he uses this power, the price is that his life is shortened. The Iga clan wants Miharu's ultimate power and is working to extract it from him. There is also the small group of Miharu's friends that would like to save Miharu from his own folly.

Highlights

The first part of Nabari no ou had some strong similarities to Naruto but those similarities are no longer at play in part 2. The second half of the series is all about the relationship between Miharu and Yoite. It becomes very clear that there is more than just a simple friendship at play here. All of the real relationship between them is only intimated, but it is obvious. There are several interesting fights but the majority of the time the connection between all of the main characters is redefined. There is even a questioning of the relationship to one'6s own clan. 

The final convergence of Miharu and the Shinra Banshou, or ultimate power within him, is exciting. The power is released and he becomes fully awaken to his full potential. Then there is the understanding that no one can control the Shinra Banshou and the drama of Miharu's struggle to maintain control begins. In the series of events all the main characters are brought together and the true alliances come out. This is not the end and the last episode is all about how these young travelers must resume their lives and prepare for the loss of a dear friend. 

Overall

I was very excited about this series after reviewing part one. I found it to be well crafted and had a grasp on how to draw the these characters to be complex and full of contradiction. I did not find the same full experience in part 2. It came across rather flat and a little to single minded. The majority of the story line was all about Miharu and Yoite's relationship and struggle to release the powers within Miharu. The little bits of the story that brought in some of the others' backgrounds were by far more interesting than the main plot line. Two immortals traveling through time wishing for an end to their existence has a great deal of potential and was just a small side bar. I wanted more knowledge about some of the others too, but was left wondering and thinking; OK Miharu and Yoite love each other that is fine, but, tell me more about Koichi, the immortal or Tobari the tortured protector of Miharu.

I do have to say that part 2 is still very strong. There is an honest approach to how people relate to each other. Additionally, there is the exploration of  honor and how far  you follow a leader who is hiding the truth about his plans and desires. I can appreciate a change of heart and loyalty to the point of blindness, and also agree with following one's own heart. There is a true depth to these characters that is often left out of many series. 

I don't think Nabari no ou is for everyone, but do believe that it does have something honest to say. I just think that too much time and effort was put into a simple relationship between young boys. If you are looking for something interesting and at time thought provoking, you might want to check this out.

ComicsOnline gives Nabari no ou: The Complete Season, part 2, 3.5 out of 5 sensitive school boys.