Vermillion Mask Action Manga Officially Gets an Anime Adaptation
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Exciting News: 'The Vermillion Mask' Gets an Anime Adaptation!
Yomiuri TV announced at its panel during Anime Expo that the manga The Vermillion Mask (also known as Shuiro no Kamen) by Dr. Poro and Nabana Naba is inspiring a new anime series. Although the debut date and format haven't been revealed yet, fans can look forward to a trailer and visuals, which were showcased with English subtitles.
Additionally, the creators shared illustrations to celebrate this exciting announcement:
The official website and Twitter account in English are now live:
Plot Overview: Yomiuri TV describes the story as follows:
At the center is Peru, a young apprentice mask maker who, under the influence of a cursed mask, loses control and tragically slays his master and friends. Wracked with guilt, Peru embarks on a journey to destroy the legendary masks his master once created. Along the way, he encounters unlikely allies and deadly enemies, leading to a gripping battle for redemption. The fate of Peru's soul—and the world—hangs in the balance.
Creative Team:
- Director: Tetsuaki Watanabe (BLUELOCK season 1) at 100Studio
- Assistant Director: Gai Hazako
- Series Composition: Daisuke Ōhigashi (Fate/strange Fake)
- Character Designs: Hisashi Higashijima (Mashle: Magic and Muscles)
- Sound Director: Fumiyuki Go
- Music Composer: Arisa Okehazama (The Apothecary Diaries)
Background: The manga was launched in February 2021 in Shonengahosha's Young King Ours magazine. The seventh volume was published in December 2024, with the eighth volume scheduled for release soon. The manga is also available in English through emaqi, an e-bookstore platform.
Sources include the official press release and Yomiuri TV's panel at AX 2025.
Stay tuned for more updates on this intriguing new anime!