The Vermilion Mask anime has revealed the synopsis and promotional stills for Episode 2, titled “The Mask of the Warrior God.” The episode will stream on Crunchyroll on Saturday, October 17, 2026, continuing the dark fantasy story of Peru d’Arrest, a young mask maker whose journey is shaped by a deadly mistake.
The announcement also includes a special “Now Airing” illustration by manga creator Nabana Naba, celebrating the anime’s premiere. The new episode will focus on the aftermath of Peru’s confrontation with Sona, who has been taken over by the powerful Mask of the Warrior God.
The battle leaves Peru devastated and forces him to confront the personal cost of his mission. Despite losing something precious to him as a mask maker, he remains determined to find and destroy the masks created by his former master, Gaston Roux. Meanwhile, Sona struggles with guilt over what happened and worries about Peru’s future.
EPISODE 2 EXPLORES PERU AND SONA’S STRUGGLE
In “The Mask of the Warrior God,” Peru uses the power of another mask to stop Sona’s rampage. However, the confrontation comes at a heavy personal cost, leaving him unable to continue making masks. Although the loss crushes him, he refuses to abandon his mission to prevent similar tragedies.
Sona, who met Peru while concealing her identity as the princess of Lisblanc, also has a hidden wish. Her concern for Peru adds another layer to their relationship as the consequences of the battle begin to unfold.
The anime follows Peru’s attempt to atone for accidentally killing his friends and master after becoming possessed by the Mask of the Warrior God. His journey involves destroying Gaston’s masks scattered across the world while confronting powerful enemies and meeting new allies.
Taihi Kimura voices Peru d’Arrest, while Yuuki Yamamoto plays Sona. The supporting cast includes Kazuki Ura as Mok Sharib, Takanori Hoshino as Gouon, Wataru Komada as Totoque, Junya Enoki as Zent, and Kazuhiko Inoue as Gaston. Akio Otsuka voices the Mask of the Warrior God.
Tetsuaki Watanabe directs the series, with Gai Hazako serving as assistant director. Daisuke Ohigashi handles series composition, while Hisashi Higashijima is responsible for character design and chief animation direction. One Double-O studio produces the animation.
MAN WITH A MISSION performs the opening theme, “Firestarter,” while yutori performs the ending theme, “Koe.”
The anime adapts the manga by Nabana Naba, based on the original work by Dr. Poro and serialized in Young King OURs by Shonen Gahosha. Volumes 1 through 9 are currently available.
