From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Season 2 Premieres July 8, 2026

On May 1, 2025, the official team behind From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman announced that Season 2 will premiere on July 8, 2026. The reveal was accompanied by a third promotional video (PV), a new key visual showcasing 13 characters, and theme song details featuring legendary Japanese rock band UNICORN — generating massive excitement among fans worldwide.

Broadcast Schedule and Where to Watch

Season 2 will air in Japan via TV Asahi's nationwide network in the "IMAnimation W" slot, with simultaneous broadcasts on BS Asahi and AT-X. International viewers can stream the series on Prime Video.

New PV Revealed: Beryl vs. Moldia — A Fateful Father-Son Clash

The newly released third PV places the series' most emotionally charged conflict front and center. Beryl Gardenant, revered as the mightiest master swordsman, comes face-to-face with the one wall he has never been able to overcome — his own father, Moldia Gardinant. This father-son confrontation stands as the dramatic cornerstone of Season 2 and marks a pivotal turning point in Beryl's relentless pursuit of the pinnacle of swordsmanship.

Legendary Band UNICORN Performs Opening Theme "Kurenai no Ha"

The Season 2 opening theme is titled 〈クレナイノハ〉 (Kurenai no Ha / Crimson Leaf), performed by Japan's iconic rock band UNICORN. Written and composed by band member ABEDON, the song draws inspiration from "the deep, beautiful crimson of autumn leaves that grows richer with the passage of time" — a metaphor layered over the personality of protagonist Beryl Gardenant, the lovable middle-aged swordsman at the heart of the story.

In a notable creative decision, UNICORN members shared that they deliberately crafted a track that "opens and closes with vocals" — a conscious response to modern viewers' tendency to skip opening sequences — ensuring the song resonates as a complete, standalone experience tied to the anime's world.

13 Characters Unite: New Faction "Verdeapis Mercenary Group" Enters the Fray

The latest key visual brings together familiar faces from the Royal Knights and Mage Corps alongside five brand-new characters, for a total ensemble of 13. The new additions signal escalating power struggles and fierce battles ahead:

• Verdeapis Mercenary Group

  • Hanoi Cressa: The mercenary group's leader, a greatsword wielder who takes an openly aggressive stance toward Beryl.

  • Kliu Rybak: A high-mobility dual-sword fighter known for lightning-fast combat.

  • Prim: A nature magic-wielding mage who provides rear support.

  • White Maiden: A calm, masked mercenary whose true identity remains unknown.

• Religious Faction

  • Maurice Pashushka: The Supreme Pontiff of the Sphere Faith — a deeply devout and highly revered religious leader.

Main Cast

Season 2 retains the acclaimed voice cast from Season 1, with Hiroaki Hirata continuing to bring the humble yet extraordinarily powerful country bumpkin to life:

• Beryl Gardenant: Hiroaki Hirata

• Allucia Citrus: Nao Touyama

• Hemmblitz Draut: Kaito Ishikawa

• Moldia Gardinant: Naoya Uchida

Advance Screening Event

An advance screening and voice actor talk show is scheduled for June 28, 2026 at Marunouchi Piccadilly in Tokyo, where the main cast will meet fans in person ahead of the July premiere.

FAQ

When does From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Season 2 premiere?

Season 2 officially premieres on July 8, 2026 on TV Asahi's "IMAnimation W" block, with simultaneous broadcasts on BS Asahi and AT-X.

Where can international fans watch Season 2?

International audiences can stream the series on Prime Video.

Who performs the Season 2 opening theme?

Legendary Japanese rock band UNICORN performs the opening theme 〈クレナイノハ〉 (Kurenai no Ha), with lyrics and music written by ABEDON.

What new characters appear in Season 2?

Five new characters join the roster: four members of the Verdeapis Mercenary Group (Hanoi Cressa, Kliu Rybak, Prim, and White Maiden), plus religious leader Maurice Pashushka, the Supreme Pontiff of the Sphere Faith.

How many copies has the original series sold?

As of the announcement, the From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman series has surpassed 9 million copies in cumulative sales.