The Rising of the Shield Hero
Stories of old tell of four otherworldly heroes - wielding the sword, spear, bow, and shield - who defended the land from wave after wave of calamity. With the fate of the world in balance, the kingdom of Melromarc summons these legendary figures; in modern-day Japan, the call is answered, and the unwitting heroes are transported to this fantasy universe. Thrust into Melromarc and given the title of "Shield Hero," otaku Naofumi Iwatani is labeled the weakest due to his lack of offensive capability and apparent inexperience. When the heroes part ways to start their journeys, he only has one willing companion: the beautiful princess Myne Melromarc. However, she soon betrays him, steals all his money, and accuses him of taking advantage of her. For his alleged crimes, Naofumi is branded a criminal and made outcast of society. With hatred filling his heart, he sets out alone, vowing vengeance against those who wronged him.
- 2019-2025
- 4 seasons
- Disney+
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
- TV-14
Stories of old tell of four otherworldly heroes - wielding the sword, spear, bow, and shield - who defended the land from wave after wave of calamity. With the fate of the world in balance, the kingdom of Melromarc summons these legendary figures; in modern-day Japan, the call is answered, and the unwitting heroes are transported to this fantasy universe. Thrust into Melromarc and given the title of "Shield Hero," otaku Naofumi Iwatani is labeled the weakest due to his lack of offensive capability and apparent inexperience. When the heroes part ways to start their journeys, he only has one willing companion: the beautiful princess Myne Melromarc. However, she soon betrays him, steals all his money, and accuses him of taking advantage of her. For his alleged crimes, Naofumi is branded a criminal and made outcast of society. With hatred filling his heart, he sets out alone, vowing vengeance against those who wronged him.
Season 4 Episode Guide
12 Episodes 2025
Episode 1
Siltvelt
Wed, Jul 9, 2025 23 mins
Naofumi stops at Siltvelt on his journey to Q'ten Lo. The people there worship him as a king.
Episode 2
Official Welcome
Wed, Jul 16, 2025 23 mins
Naofumi and Raph stay in the castle while the rest of the party tours the town.
Episode 3
A True People
Wed, Jul 23, 2025
Siltvelt castle is rocked by the attempted poisoning at breakfast.
Episode 4
Entrusted Power
Wed, Jul 30, 2025
Fohl battles the cunning and sneaky Jaralis while Atla challenges the veteran warrior Lyceras.
Episode 5
Hakuko
When Fohl is about to be defeated, Naofumi asks him if he has the resolve to become stronger.
Episode 6
Leaving Port
Wed, Aug 13, 2025
Naofumi returns, temporarily, to Lurolona Village, and decides who he's going to take with him.
Episode 7
Landing in Q'ten Lo
In Q'ten Lo, the party finds that it's forbidden to kill an animal, and that the people are heavily taxed.
Episode 8
Orochi
Wed, Aug 27, 2025
The Emperor's blessing causes the "Sealed Orochi" to revive.
Episode 9
Zodia
Wed, Sep 3, 2025
A lost girl named "Zodia" appears as Muramasa suggests a drinking party.
Episode 10
A Pray
23 mins
Raphtalia goes to meet the shrine maiden of the water dragon, Shildina.
Episode 11
The Oracle Priestess
Shildina appears at the old capital and asks for a duel between representatives of both sides.
Episode 12
The Return of the Heavenly Emperor
23 mins
The emperor challenges Raphtalia to a one-on-one duel.