The teaser visual for the second season of the TV anime " From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman, " based on a popular work that originated on the novel submission website " Shosetsuka ni Naro, " has been released. Along with the tagline "Beyond the Strongest," the visual shows Beryl Gardenant in a moonlit dojo, holding a wooden sword with a determined, serious expression on her face, as she confronts her father, Moldea Gardenant, who stands before her. The first trailer has also been released, depicting the daily life of Beryl's adoring students and Myui learning swordsmanship.
The main cast members, who have just finished dubbing for the second season, have shared their comments. Hirata Hiroaki, who plays Beryl, said, "I'm Hirata Hiroaki II, who plays Beryl II in 'Ossan Sword Saint II.' I recently finished recording my lines and complaints, so I don't have much to say... but one thing I can say is... the old man has definitely grown since the first season! His feelings about relationships and swordsmanship have become deeper and more complex, and his psychological portrayal has become more delicate and difficult. You can't miss the growth of Beryl II! The recording of the swordsmanship scenes has also improved at such a fast pace! I'm sure the animators II have grown immensely. And Hirata Hiroaki II hasn't grown at all!!!"
Nao Toyama, who plays Alleucia Citrus, commented, "In this story, each character takes a big step forward. Professor Beryl goes through a battle with a certain person, and Alleucia meets a certain love rival... Professor Beryl can no longer pretend not to know how she feels...!? Personally, I feel warmly about the family image with Myui, and I can't take my eyes off it. This second season is full of attention to detail in how each character's delicate emotions are expressed through animation. Please come and meet all these wonderful people!"
Hitomi Ueda, who plays Surena Lisandera, said, "I am filled with joy that we are able to have a second season of ' From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman'! At the end of the first season, Surena wanted to help the teacher, so I wonder how she will appear in the second season... We might even see that memorable scene from the first season... so I hope you will look forward to it! Season two is full of exciting scenes, so I myself am really looking forward to the broadcast of the anime! I hope you will also enjoy season two!"
Hirose Yuki, who plays Kurni Cruciel, sent a message saying, "Kurni is like a friendly puppy who innocently runs to his teacher no matter what the situation. In the second season, he is even more energetic and muscular, and he lifts all kinds of things! The relationships between the teachers and their students are actually slightly different for each one, and I felt that this was also a highlight unique to the second season, so I played the role with that in mind. My relationships with the other cast members have deepened since the first season, and in this warm atmosphere, sometimes encouraged by the examples of my seniors, I did my best during the dubbing. Please look forward to the second season, which is full of new charms!"
Yano Hinaki, who plays Vissel Habeler, said, "I'm Yano Hinaki, and I will continue to play Vissel. She doesn't say much, but her facial expressions change quite a bit, so I'm having even more fun playing her than in the first season. I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of expressions we'll see this time, and whether she'll be spending more time with Professor Beryl, so please keep an eye on it."
Nakata Arisa, who plays Miui Freya, commented, "In the first season, Miui spent a lot of time with Beryl, but in the second season, I hope you'll pay attention to how she ventures out into the world and struggles with her clumsiness, but still grows as an upright person! You won't be able to take your eyes off Beryl and everyone else as they get more and more powerful...! I hope you'll keep an eye on the second season of Old Man Sword Saint. Thank you!"
Saito Chiwa, who plays Lucy Diamond, said, "The sense of invincibility and transcendence I get when playing Lucy is a rare and fulfilling experience for someone like me who is usually quite clumsy. I hope... that difficult phrases and obscure words I've never heard of will not come out as much as possible! (laughs) I'm savoring the happiness of being able to play her again, while also revealing my true, clumsy feelings. I hope you will continue to support me!"
Kaito Ishikawa, who plays Henblitz Drout, said, "The second season of Old Man Sword Saint is finally underway! After overcoming the fierce battle in the first season, further hardships await Lord Beryl. I think Henblitz, the character I play, will also face a major turning point in this second season. There are episodes where we see new sides to Henblitz and the character is brought to greater definition, so I was very excited to take on the role. Please keep an eye on the growth of our Knights, along with the path that Lord Beryl walks to become a Sword Saint."
Uchida Naoya, who plays Moldea Gardenant, commented, "I'm Uchida Naoya, and I play Moldea Gardenant, the father of the old man Beryl. I was surprised when I heard I was being cast as Hirata Hiroaki's father!?! The first season made me face the reality that I've gotten that old. I'll be continuing to appear as Father Moldea in the second season as well! And I'll be able to do my favorite sword fighting! (Oops...any more will be a spoiler...) Anyway, please support Father Moldea along with Beryl!"
The light novel, written by Shigeru Sagasaki and illustrated by Tetsuhiro Nabeshima, is a classic fantasy about a powerful man who is unwieldy and unmatched. Beryl Gardenant runs a modest swordsmanship dojo in a remote village, and when her former student, Allusia, rises to the position of leader of the Royal Knights at a young age, visits her, she ends up going to the royal capital as a special instructor for the Knights... The series has become so popular that the total number of copies sold, including comic adaptations and spin-offs, has exceeded 9 million.
The first season of the TV anime aired on TV Asahi's anime block "IMAnimation" from April to June. The second season will air on 24 TV Asahi affiliates nationwide, BS Asahi, and other stations from July.
