Ep 1. Shiroe of the Northern Lands

As the first episode of Log Horizon season 2, "Shiroe of the Northern Lands" continues the story of the MMO players trapped inside the game world of Elder Tale. At the start of the season, six months have passed since the Catastrophe that transported everyone into the game world. The episode opens with Shiroe, the mastermind strategist of the group, discussing plans with his companions in the city of Akihabara.

Shiroe and the others have been focusing on rebuilding their society within the game world, but they soon learn that there are more pressing matters at hand. A group of adventurers from the north have been causing trouble and terrorizing nearby areas. After a meeting with the Round Table Alliance, Shiroe decides to take matters into his own hands and travel north to investigate.

The journey north is filled with danger, from monsters to snowstorms, and Shiroe's small group encounters several obstacles along the way. Once they reach their destination, they discover that the northern lands are quite different from what they expected. It's a barren, frozen wasteland inhabited by powerful monsters, and the locals are distrustful of outsiders.

Shiroe uses his negotiation skills to make contact with the locals, and they introduce him to a powerful NPC known as the Sage of Mirror Lake. The Sage tells them about the northern lands and the secrets that lie hidden there, including the possibility of a way back to the real world.

Meanwhile, back in Akihabara, the other players are dealing with their own problems. Princess Lenessia, the newly appointed leader of the People of the Earth faction, must navigate the complicated politics of the game world to keep her people safe. Meanwhile, Akatsuki, the assassin-turned-samurai, is struggling with her own desires and feelings towards Shiroe.

Overall, "Shiroe of the Northern Lands" sets the stage for a new season of adventure and intrigue in the world of Elder Tale. The episode does a great job of introducing new characters and plot points, while also providing continuity for fans who have been following the series since season 1. It's a great start to what promises to be an exciting season filled with twists and turns.