From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Director Talks Season 2 Themes
Akio's comments give the clearest read yet on what the second season is aiming for, framing it as a story about growth at any age rather than just another sword-fighting arc.
Reporting from 1 source: Anime Herald.
Director Kazumi Akio spoke with Anime Expo about the second season of From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman. He said the season's theme is that people can always develop and move forward even as they age. He also discussed the relaxed recording environment, his path into anime via CG work, and his study of Western swordsmanship.
Director Kazumi Akio described the second season as continuing the bond between Beryl and Mewi, who grew close as a fake father and daughter in season one. He said the theme is that getting older does not stop someone from developing and moving forward.
Akio also credited voice actor Hiroaki Hirata, who plays Beryl, for creating a relaxed recording environment on set. He called Hirata legendary and said his portrayal of Beryl as a chill character helped the whole cast.
On his own background, Akio said he joined the anime industry after studying film in college, got assigned to CG work despite knowing nothing about it, and eventually became a director. He learned Western swordsmanship at a school near his home for the series, building on his kendo background.
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