The synopsis, advance cuts, and a special action movie for Episode 1 of the TV anime "From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman II" have been released! Additional cast members have also been unveiled.

Additional Characters & Cast Comments

■Hanoy Cressa (CV: Takashi Kondō)
“The mercenary leader who turned his back on honor.” He is the leader of the Verdeapis Mercenaries. He carries out the assignments he receives, but chooses clients who offer the greatest rewards. He wields a greatsword and specializes in combat tactics that take advantage of his exceptional physical abilities. He makes no secret of his provocative attitude toward Beryl.

＜Cast Comment＞
I’m Takashi Kondō, and I’ll have the honor of playing Hanoy.
I heard that Hanoy is a very special character for the original author. Being entrusted with such an important role is the greatest honor for an actor.
I attended the recordings with great pride, but since I’ll be facing the “old-timers” with a rather insolent attitude despite my own feelings, I kindly ask all fans of the "middle-aged guy" to please go easy on me.

■Kuriu Rybark (CV: Hiromu Mineta)
“The high-speed dual-sword wielder who races across the battlefield.” He is a swordsman who wields two swords in the Verdeapis Mercenaries. Like their leader, Hanoy, he chose a mercenary group that offers freedom rather than honor. He moves across the battlefield, taking advantage of his swift mobility.

＜Cast Comment＞
Hello! I’m Hiromu Mineta, and I’ll be voicing Kuriu Rybark! I feel that the greatest appeal of this work lies in the value of blossoming through constant effort and in how encounters with others can drastically change one’s life. I’m so happy to have the opportunity to be part of a project like this.
During the recording sessions, I approached the work with great inspiration and gave it my all so that everyone who loves this story can enjoy it to the fullest. I look forward to you all enjoying the broadcast!

■Prim (Voiced by: Mami Uchida)
“The mage who controls nature and supports the front lines.” She is the mage of the Verdeapis Mercenaries. She uses magic that controls nature and plays a supporting role from the rear, backing up Hanoy and the others on the front lines. On the battlefield, she stands out for her ability to flexibly adapt her magic to the situation as a support unit.

＜Cast Comment＞
I appeared in the first season as Allucia’s mother, and I’m absolutely thrilled to be playing Prim in this second season. I hope you’ll pay attention to the contrast and strength Prim displays in combat—she’s a pretty laid-back character whose catchphrase is something like “...or whatever”—as well as the bonds among the Verdeapis Mercenaries! Personally, I was deeply moved by a certain scene in the final episode, so I’m really excited for the broadcast. Please enjoy the second season, too!

■White Maiden (CV: ???)
“The maiden in pure white, shrouded in serenity.” She is a freelance mercenary who works alone. She cannot speak, so she communicates primarily in writing. The upper half of her face is covered by a mask, but the reasons behind this are unknown. On the battlefield, she always maintains a serene demeanor.

■Morris Pasyushka (Voiced by: Hiroshi Yanaka)
“He Who Touches the Depths of Faith.” He is the pope of the Sphen religion, the official religion of Sphendyardvania. He stands at the pinnacle of ecclesiastical authority and is widely revered as the person who understands the doctrines most deeply. He has defined the salvation of people through faith in God as his sole and supreme goal, and he has no doubts about it.

＜Cast Comment＞
I’m Hiroshi Yanaka, playing the role of Morris Pasyushka! What!? I get to appear in “From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman II”!? Wow, to think this day would come! By the way… Morris Pasyushka… who are you…? What are you up to!? It’s a mystery… a complete mystery… All this mystery has blown my mind! Well, I’m really looking forward to meeting all of you…!

(C)佐賀崎しげる・鍋島テツヒロ／SQUARE ENIX・「片田舎のおっさん、剣聖になるII」製作委員会