The humble sword instructor Beryl Gardinant is set to return to the screen. Following the broadcast of the 12th and final episode of the second season on Wednesday, the official website for From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman confirmed that a third season is currently in production. To mark the announcement, the production team released a commemorative visual alongside a video message from voice actor Hiroaki Hirata, who portrays the series' unassuming lead.
While details regarding the staff and release window for the upcoming season remain under wraps, the series has maintained a consistent production team throughout its run. The second season, which debuted this past July as part of TV Asahi’s IMAnimation W programming block, saw the return of director Akio Kazumi at studios Passione and Hayabusa Film. The creative team also included scriptwriter Kunihiko Okada and character designer Satsuki Hayasaka, both of whom were instrumental in defining the show's aesthetic.
For viewers following the franchise, the announcement arrives as the series continues to expand its footprint across media. While the anime adaptation—which currently holds a 71/100 rating on Kitsu—has become a staple of Amazon Prime Video's international fantasy lineup, the source material remains a multifaceted franchise. Beyond Shigeru Sagazaki’s original light novels, the story has spawned a manga adaptation published by Yen Press and two separate spin-off manga series, further fleshing out the world of the Liberion Order.
With the second season having just concluded its run, the quick confirmation of a third installment suggests a strong commitment to the adaptation of Sagazaki’s work. Whether the production will maintain its current staff or introduce new creative leads for the next arc remains the primary question for fans as they await further updates.
