The Vermilion Mask has released its creditless opening and ending videos following the anime’s premiere on October 10, 2026. The newly available sequences feature theme songs by MAN WITH A MISSION and yutori, giving fans a closer look at the series’ visuals and music.
The opening theme, “Firestarter,” is performed by MAN WITH A MISSION, while “Koe” (Voice) serves as the ending theme, performed by yutori. Both videos are available without on-screen credits, allowing viewers to enjoy the animation alongside the music.
MAN WITH A MISSION Performs Opening Theme “Firestarter”
The opening sequence features “Firestarter,” a song by MAN WITH A MISSION. The band described the track as a powerful song intended to encourage the young characters as they face their difficult destinies and embark on their adventures.
The release of the creditless opening gives viewers an uninterrupted look at the anime’s opening animation and its accompanying theme song.
yutori’s “Koe” Features in the Ending Video
The anime’s ending theme, “Koe,” is performed by Japanese band yutori. The title translates to “voice” in English.
The band explained that the song explores the idea that the past cannot be erased, but people can continue moving forward while carrying their experiences with them. The message reflects everyday struggles and the effort required to move beyond difficult experiences.
The creditless ending video brings the song and the anime’s closing visuals together without production credits appearing on screen.
The Vermilion Mask Anime: Story and Production
The Vermilion Mask is adapted from the manga written by Dr. Poro and illustrated by Nabana Naba, which is serialized in Young King OURs, published by Shonengahosha.
The anime is planned as a two-part series, with its first cour airing in Fall 2026. Tetsuaki Watanabe directs the project, while One Double-O handles animation production. Daisuke Ohigashi oversees series composition, Hisashi Higashijima serves as character designer and chief animation director, and Alisa Okehazama composes the music. Original creators Dr. Poro and Nabana Naba are also supervising the story.
Crunchyroll is streaming the anime.
Main Voice Cast
The main cast is led by Taihi Kimura as Peru d’Arrest. Other confirmed voice actors include:
- Kenji Nojima as Hien
- Aoi Koga as Lasgarl
- Yuki Shin as Clown
- Akihisa Wakayama as Rinne
- Aya Endo as the Mask of Necromancy
- Yui Horie as Master
With both theme song videos now available, viewers can experience the anime’s opening and ending sequences while following its ongoing Fall 2026 broadcast.
