The Vermilion Mask has revealed the synopsis and episode stills for Episode 4, titled “Truth and Lies.” The upcoming episode will stream on Crunchyroll on Saturday, October 31, 2026, continuing Peru’s dangerous journey to destroy the cursed masks scattered across the world.
The dark fantasy anime follows Peru d’Arrest, an apprentice of the legendary mask maker Gaston Roux. After becoming controlled by the Mask of the Warrior God, Peru unintentionally kills his friends and master. Haunted by his actions, he vows to destroy Gaston’s creations to prevent similar tragedies.
Episode 4 will introduce a new mystery involving missing mask makers, unexplained disappearances, and a powerful organization operating in the crime-ridden city of Garofano. Meanwhile, the manga’s tenth volume is scheduled to go on sale on November 30, 2026.
The Vermilion Mask Episode 4 Synopsis
In “Truth and Lies,” Peru, Sona, and Mok arrive in Garofano, a city plagued by mafia turf wars and widespread criminal activity. An organization led by Marlon Strega has recently been expanding its influence across the area.
The group investigates reports of missing mask makers and rumors that people have been disappearing inside the Strega Museum, which is run by Marlon.
Their visit leads them to Moreno, a distressed woman who breaks down in tears and begs the trio to save her daughter. The encounter sets up another dangerous mystery for Peru and his companions to investigate.
Taihi Kimura voices Peru d’Arrest, alongside Yuuki Yamamoto as Sonarue Maywood and Kazuki Ura as Mok Sharib. The supporting cast includes Kazuhiko Inoue as Gaston and Akio Otsuka as the Mask of the Warrior God.
Tetsuaki Watanabe directs the anime, with Gai Hazako serving as assistant director. Daisuke Ohigashi handles series composition, while One Double-O studio is responsible for animation production.
The opening theme is “Firestarter” by MAN WITH A MISSION, while yutori performs the ending theme “Koe.”
The Vermilion Mask is based on the manga written by Dr. Poro and illustrated by Nabana Naba. The series is serialized in Shonen Gahosha’s Young King OURs magazine.
Manga volumes 1 through 9 are currently available, with Volume 10 scheduled for release on November 30, 2026.
