The wait for Episode 2 of Nia Liston: The Merciless Maiden is nearly over. The hit isekai anime, which follows a god-slaying warrior reborn as a sickly noble girl, returns with a new episode on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The episode is titled “A Job in the Royal Capital” and promises more of Nia’s unique brand of cheerful chaos. For fans who want to know exactly when and where to watch, here is a complete guide to the worldwide release schedule and a detailed recap of the story so far.
Episode 2 Release Date and Story Details
Episode 2 is set to air in Japan on October 13, 2026, on TOKYO MX at 9:25 PM JST, followed by broadcasts on MBS and BS Nippon TV. The episode is titled “A Job in the Royal Capital”.
The official synopsis reveals that Nia has been chosen to star opposite Sharro White, a rookie actress from the theater troupe “Ice Rose,” and travels to the royal capital for the role. While Sharro struggles with nerves and treats Nia like an amateur, their promotional work for Magic Vision is interrupted when the pair gets tangled up with the mafia near the filming location. The incident gives Nia a perfect excuse to use her overwhelming combat skills, as she cheerfully subdues the mobsters under the claim of self-defense.
Worldwide Streaming Schedule for Episode 2
International viewers can watch Episode 2 on HIDIVE, which holds the simulcast rights for the series. The episode will be available with English subtitles at the same time as the Japanese broadcast.
Here is the full release schedule for major regions around the world. Please note that daylight saving time changes on October 25, 2026, may affect release times in some regions after that date.
- United States (Eastern Time): 8:55 AM EDT
- United States (Pacific Time): 5:55 AM PDT
- Canada (Eastern Time): 8:55 AM EDT
- United Kingdom and Ireland: 1:55 PM BST
- Central Europe, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland: 2:55 PM CEST
- Japan and South Korea: 9:55 PM JST / KST
- India: 6:25 PM IST
- Australia (Eastern Standard Time): 10:55 PM AEST
These times are based on the simulcast launch at 8:55 AM EDT / 12:55 PM UTC. In Japan, streaming service ABEMA offers the earliest advance stream each Tuesday at 9:55 PM JST.
Where to Watch Nia Liston: The Merciless Maiden
For viewers outside of Japan, HIDIVE is the primary streaming platform. The service holds exclusive rights for the series in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
In France and parts of Europe, the anime is available on ADN (Animation Digital Network), with new episodes streaming weekly. Japanese audiences have multiple options, including ABEMA, d Anime Store, and U-NEXT. It is important to note that at the time of writing, no official streaming partner has been confirmed for viewers in India, Southeast Asia, or other parts of Asia outside of Japan.
Episode 1 Recap: A Hero Reborn
Episode 1, titled “Rising from the Darkness,” introduced the core concept of the series. A legendary warrior, who had once killed a god, lies on her deathbed. Her only regret is that she never met an opponent strong enough to give her the death in battle she always wanted. A hooded mage performs a forbidden ritual called the “Law of Return,” which transplants her soul into the body of Nia Liston, a four-year-old noble girl who was dying of a respiratory illness.
The original Nia’s parents had spent a fortune searching for a cure, even investing heavily in a new magical broadcast technology called Magic Vision. The warrior’s soul was dragged into the dying body by the mage as a last-ditch effort to save the girl, though he expected her to survive only a day longer.
Nia’s Recovery and New Life
Awakening in Nia’s frail body, the warrior discovered that the power of “Ki” — a force etched into her very soul — allowed her to fight off the illness that was ravaging her body. Nia’s recovery was nothing short of astonishing. She not only regained her health but also demonstrated overwhelming combat prowess, strong enough to split a wooden sword with a single blow.
Nia chose to keep her snow-white hair, which was a remnant of the original Nia, as a sign of respect for the girl who had fought so desperately to live. To repay her family for the fortune they spent trying to save her, Nia began a career as a talent on their Magic Vision network, using her own miraculous recovery to promote the new technology. She now leads a double life: a charming young celebrity in the public eye and a secret warrior who is happiest when facing a strong opponent.
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Key Characters and Their Roles
The Liston family is central to the story. Neil Liston (voiced by Tomoyo Takayanagi) is Nia’s supportive older brother. The family’s exclusive maid, Rinokis Funk (voiced by Fūka Izumi), is fiercely devoted to Nia and harbors an obsessive affection for her young mistress.
The series also introduces Hildetora Altoir (voiced by Rina Honnizumi), the third princess of the kingdom, and Reliared Silver (voiced by Rina Hidaka), the youngest daughter of the Silver family. Both are set to become important allies in Nia’s new life. The anime’s opening theme is “Respawn!!” by Watame Tsunomaki, while the ending theme, “Tokimeki Un・Deux・Trois♪,” is performed by the in-universe unit Magic Vision Girls Party, featuring the voices of Honoka Inoue, Rina Honnizumi, and Rina Hidaka.
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