From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman English Sub & Dub

About From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman

If you are hunting for a new action series, From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman (片田舎のおっさん、剣聖になる) deserves a look (2025). The setup goes like this. What the story covers: Beryl Gardinant, a self-proclaimed “humble old man,” is a sword instructor at his dojo in a rural, backwater village. In his younger years, he dreamed of glory as a master swordsman, but those days are long behind him.

Another thread: Out of the blue, he receives a visit from a famous former pupil who brings him world-shattering news—he's been appointed as special instructor for the knights of the Liberion Order! With his life now turned upside down, Beryl travels to the capital and reunites with some of his former students: elite knights, an ace wizard, and even an adventurer who's attained the highest guild rank possible. Why do they all want his tutelage?!

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Hiroaki Hirata as Beryl Gardenant and Hinaki Yano as Ficelle Harbeller. This one is best suited to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 12 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Hayabusa Film and Passione is the studio behind From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman, and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.9/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Hiroaki Hirata as Beryl Gardenant, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2025, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.