The Vermillion Mask announces its anime adaptation with a promotional video
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Anime Expo continues to bring good news for manga and anime fans. This time, Yomiuri TV surprised everyone by announcing that The Vermillion Mask will be making the leap to animation, revealing some initial details that already have fans excited.
First look at The Vermillion Mask surprises fans
The Anime Expo never ceases to amaze. Now it was the turn of The Vermillion Mask, a work by Dr. Poro and Nabana Naba, which confirmed its jump to anime with a reveal that set the internet alight. The announcement came with a first trailer and a series of visuals, revealing the story's dark atmosphere and unique style. The work currently has seven compiled volumes, with the eighth published on Monday, July 7, 2025, keeping the excitement alive among fans while they await more details on this adaptation.
To celebrate the news, the authors shared special illustrations dedicated to their readers, further fueling the excitement. Although Yomiuri TV has yet to confirm the premiere date or exact format of this adaptation, it has already launched an official website. An X account has also been launched, where updates will be shared soon.
The anime production will consist of:
Behind the adaptation of The Vermillion Mask is Tetsuaki Watanabe, recognized for his work on the first season of BLUELOCK, who will direct the series under the banner of 100Studio. Gai Hazako joins him as assistant director, while Daisuke Ōhigashi, known for Fate/strange Fake, is in charge of series composition. The character designs will be in the hands of Hisashi Higashijima, responsible for bringing Mashle: Magic and Muscles to visual life. Meanwhile, Fumiyuki Go leads the sound direction, and Arisa Okehazama, composer of The Apothecary Diaries, will be in charge of the music.
With this combination of talent and a story that promises action and a powerful journey of redemption, The Vermillion Mask is shaping up to be one of the most exciting new releases to watch in the coming months. Fans of the manga and new viewers can now stay tuned to the project's official website and social media channels. That way, they won't miss any updates on this promising anime.
The Vermillion Mask has the following description:
The plot follows Peru, a young apprentice mask-maker. Under the influence of a cursed mask, he loses control and ends up taking the lives of his master and companions. Consumed by guilt, Peru embarks on a journey to destroy the legendary masks his master once created. He faces relentless enemies and forges unexpected alliances. His path is a desperate struggle to redeem his soul. Meanwhile, a battle rages that could decide the fate of the world.
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