Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari
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EP 1Naofumi summoned as Shield Hero loses all possessions immediately after arrival
Jan 9, 2019While reading a book about the Four Cardinal Weapons in a library, college student Iwatani Naofumi is transported to a different world. He is informed that he must save this new realm as the Shield Hero, one of the Four Cardinal Heroes. Shortly after his arrival, he discovers that all of his money and equipment have disappeared. This sudden loss leaves him without resources in an unfamiliar setting where he is expected to fulfill his heroic duties. The narrative begins with this abrupt transition from his ordinary life to a high-stakes fantasy environment, highlighting his immediate vulnerability and the mysterious circumstances surrounding his summoning and the theft of his initial supplies.
EP 2Naofumi visits a merchant to find a sword partner but buys Raphtalia
Jan 16, 2019Naofumi tracks a slave merchant back to his shop with the intention of acquiring a partner to wield a sword. However, his limited funds restrict his options, leaving him with the ability to purchase only a demi-human girl suffering from a disease, identified as Raphtalia. After securing her, he immediately subjects her to an extremely difficult and brutal battle, forcing her to fight under harsh conditions despite her compromised health and status.
EP 3Naofumi and Raphtalia prepare for the incoming Wave of Catastrophe
Jan 23, 2019Naofumi has acquired numerous abilities and skills while his coordination with Raphtalia continues to strengthen. In anticipation of the approaching Wave, the pair focuses on enhancing their gear to ensure readiness for the upcoming conflict. Seeking precise timing for the event, they travel to the dragon hourglass to determine exactly when the Wave will arrive, allowing them to finalize their preparations against the impending threat.
EP 4Naofumi faces Motoyasu's challenge regarding Raphtalia's freedom after the Wave threat ends.
Jan 30, 2019With the Wave threat eliminated, Naofumi experiences only brief relief before Motoyasu confronts him. Motoyasu initiates a duel, arguing that possessing a slave is inappropriate behavior for a hero. He demands that Naofumi immediately release Raphtalia from her servitude. This confrontation arises directly from Motoyasu's moral stance on slavery, creating immediate tension between the two heroes despite the recent resolution of the larger crisis. The episode focuses on this interpersonal conflict and the specific demand for Raphtalia's emancipation.
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Naofumi Visits a Slave Merchant to Redo a Crest and Acquire a Monster Egg
Feb 6, 2019Aultcray provides Naofumi with a meager compensation, which the latter accepts with reluctance. Following this transaction, Naofumi proceeds to a slave merchant to modify the slave crest on Raphtalia, fulfilling her specific request. During his visit, he also purchases a monster egg. This egg hatches after a few days, resulting in the addition of a new companion to his group. The narrative focuses on these specific interactions and the acquisition of the creature, highlighting the changes in Naofumi's party composition and the resolution of Raphtalia's crest issue.
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Filo is revealed as the mysterious girl with advanced transformation abilities
Feb 13, 2019The enigmatic girl who appeared unexpectedly is identified as Filo. She serves as the queen of the filolial species and possesses a sophisticated transformation capability. This unique power allows her to shift between forms, including the ability to assume a human appearance. The revelation clarifies her true identity and explains her sudden arrival, highlighting her special status and magical traits within the narrative context.
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Naofumi defeats a sentient plant monster and Raphtalia seeks a gem gift
Feb 20, 2019Naofumi and his party deliver herbicide to a village overrun by a sentient plant monster, which sprouted from a seed stolen by the Spear Hero. After Naofumi defeats the creature and modifies its seeds for better utility, he sells them to a merchant who hires him for a new delivery job. While the group stays at a hot springs village, Raphtalia feels jealous seeing Naofumi with Filo. She attempts to win his affection by collecting special gems from a local bird, but encounters Filo, who wants the bird's eggs as a delicacy. A silver boar attacks them, destroying the gems and eggs. They defeat the boar, sell it, and use the money to purchase a unique tool for Naofumi’s gem work.
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Naofumi confronts a zombie dragon after treating a village afflicted by a mysterious disease.
Feb 27, 2019Naofumi and his party investigate a village suffering from a strange illness. They discover the sickness stems from Sword Hero Ren, who killed a dragon nearby and neglected to dispose of the carcass, allowing monsters to gather. The corpse has mutated into a zombie dragon. During the battle, the dragon swallows Filo, causing Naofumi to lose control and activate his cursed shield, which repels attacks with passive flames but burns Raphtalia while she tries to calm him. Filo survives by emerging from the dragon with a crystal that sustained it. Although she finds another crystal, Naofumi lacks the level to use the shield it unlocks. Back at the village, Naofumi regrets endangering his friends and resolves to grow stronger, as Raphtalia requires high grade Holy Water to heal her burns.
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Naofumi seeks holy water in the capital while Melty joins the party.
Mar 6, 2019Naofumi travels to the capital for holy water to heal Raphtalia, meeting blue-haired Melty and her Filorials. Filo befriends Melty, who then joins Naofumi’s group. In the capital, Filo and Melty explore separately while Naofumi and Raphtalia visit the Capital Church. Clergy discriminate against Naofumi as the Shield Hero, but the Pope grants the request. Naofumi later encounters Motoyasu, who demands he free his new slave. When Naofumi refuses, Motoyasu attacks recklessly, aided by Malty. Melty intervenes, ordering them to stop. Filo, revealed as Naofumi’s Filolial steed, kicks Motoyasu away. At a weapon-smith shop, Melty explains she is the second princess and heir apparent. However, Naofumi distrusts royals and rudely dismisses her before she can ask for help.
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Nafoumi faces turmoil after rejecting Melty and enduring royal hindrance during wave preparations.
Mar 13, 2019Nafoumi coldly rejects Melty upon discovering her royal lineage to Melromarc. He and his group then prepare for the upcoming wave, conditionally accepting the cooperation of a few juvenile soldiers. Despite these efforts, Nafoumi continues to face unreasonable hindrance from the monarch. The narrative questions whether Nafoumi and his party will successfully survive the next coming wave or wither away in the calamity. This summary reflects the events described in the source material regarding the characters' interactions and the impending threat.
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Heroes confront the Calamity Wave at a village and a ghost ship
Mar 20, 2019The Heroes defend a remote village from the Calamity Wave with volunteer assistance, yet the threat persists. Naofumi discovers other Heroes struggling against a monster on a ghost ship due to poor coordination. He criticizes their lack of teamwork and decides to intervene directly. Naofumi manages to defeat the boss of the Wave, but the outcome of this victory remains uncertain. The narrative questions whether the threat has truly been neutralized or if the situation is more complex than it appears. This episode highlights the ongoing danger posed by the Calamity Wave and the challenges faced by the Heroes in coordinating their efforts against powerful enemies.
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The Raven Invader
Mar 27, 2019A mysterious new enemy easily defeats three Heroes, forcing Naofumi and his party to engage in a difficult battle. Despite Filo and Raphtalia fighting at their peak, they cannot harm the foe. Naofumi exhausts all his resources and trump cards but is still overwhelmed. The group faces a desperate struggle for survival against this powerful opponent. The narrative questions whether this marks the true test of the Wave Shield Hero's capabilities and if Naofumi's party can endure the onslaught.
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Naofumi protects Melty from Knights while facing false accusations and magical editing.
Apr 3, 2019Naofumi shields Melty from attacking Knights who falsely accuse him of kidnapping her. He discovers a pendant belonging to a guard of the Church of Three Heroes, an organization hostile to the Shield. Meanwhile, wizards at the Royal Palace alter recordings to frame Naofumi as a fugitive, spreading this narrative across the land. Unable to reach Shieldfreeden, Naofumi decides to protect Melty so she can resolve their predicament, leading them toward Siltvelt via the mountains. Their journey is tracked by the Queen’s emissaries. A loose rock alerts nearby guards, leading to an encounter with the other three Heroes. Melty explains the situation, but Myne arrives, ordering the Heroes to ignore her and claiming Naofumi uses a brainwashing shield power. The Heroes believe Myne and demand Melty’s return. Knowing Myne intends to kill her, Melty refuses, prompting Naofumi to attempt fleeing with her and his party.
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Myne's reckless fire forces the party to flee while evading knights near a nobleman's manor.
Apr 10, 2019After Myne accidentally ignites a forest fire, Naofumi and his companions are compelled to escape to a village located at the foot of the mountain. Their situation is complicated by the need to evade the Knights' encircling net. Melty proposes seeking assistance at the nearby manor of a nobleman she knows. This plan becomes particularly relevant because Raphtalia's history is connected to the nobleman's domain, adding a layer of complexity to their desperate attempt to find safety and resolve their predicament.
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Raphtalia confronts Rabier before Naofumi leads her to the underground torture chambers.
Apr 17, 2019With vengeance burning in her eyes, Raphtalia corners Rabier, aiming her bloodthirsty blade at his throat. Naofumi’s intervention briefly snaps her out of her rage, allowing them to proceed into the tyrant’s underground torture chambers to search for surviving demi-humans. This return to the horrific location after a long absence triggers painful memories for Raphtalia, forcing her to confront the trauma of her past as a slave child while navigating the dangerous environment.
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Naofumi leads a monster away from the city while Filolials arrive to confront them.
Apr 24, 2019Naofumi determines that the released monster is targeting Filo, so he decides to lead it far away from the city to minimize damage to the crowd. He leaves the rescued demi-humans in Reichnott's care. Naofumi and his companions soon realize they are no match for the monster. Just then, a herd of Filolials surrounds them and their leader appears before them. It remains unclear whether this leader is an ally or a new enemy.
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Fitoria threatens the Cardinal Heroes and duels Filo to resolve the conflict
May 1, 2019Fitoria informs Naofumi that she intends to eliminate all Four Cardinal Heroes if they fail to reach an agreement. She captures Melty as a hostage to pressure him, but Naofumi remains steadfast in his refusal to comply. Recognizing the validity of his perspective, Fitoria alters her approach. Instead of forcing the heroes, she suggests a direct one-on-one duel against Filo to settle the matter. This proposal aims to address the underlying issues without resorting to violence against the other heroes, shifting the confrontation to a personal challenge between Fitoria and Filo.
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Naofumi Confronts Motoyasu at the Checkpost in a Hostile Encounter
May 8, 2019Naofumi travels directly to the checkpost to resolve his differences through dialogue with the other heroes. Upon arrival, he encounters Motoyasu, the last person expected to engage in conversation. Motoyasu refuses to hear Naofumi’s side of the story and immediately launches an attack. This sudden aggression raises questions about Motoyasu’s intense desire to kill Naofumi, suggesting a level of hostility that has intensified significantly compared to previous interactions. The episode explores the reasons behind this extreme animosity and the breakdown of communication between the two characters.
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The Pope wields the ultimate weapon combining all four cardinal properties.
May 15, 2019The Pope possesses the ultimate weapon, which combines the properties of all four cardinal weapons. Naofumi and his companions are rendered helpless by its attack skill, Judgment, and powerful defensive force field. As the crisis worsens, Motoyasu, who is now in line to be punished as a fake hero, makes a surprising decision.
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Naofumi faces a new curse shield threat inside the Pope's Great Cathedral.
May 22, 2019Naofumi and his companions remain aggressive while trapped within the Pope's Great Cathedral. However, the location's sacred subspace neutralizes his Curse Shield, preventing them from gaining the upper hand. Desperate for an advantage, Naofumi attempts to utilize a newly unlocked Curse Shield. This action provokes the wrath of a dragon, which threatens to completely consume his mind. The group finds themselves one step away from victory but hindered by the cathedral's unique properties and the psychological danger posed by the dragon's influence.
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Naofumi returns after Mirelia reveals the truth about the hero summoning and discrimination.
May 29, 2019Following his survival with Mirelia's assistance, Naofumi receives a visit from her. She discloses the reality behind the heroes' summoning and the prejudice directed at the Shield Hero. Mirelia pledges to restore his reputation and initiates a legal proceeding to judge the offenses committed by Aultcray and Myne.
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Naofumi upgrades classes and attends a banquet revealing a bonus stage
Jun 5, 2019Naofumi finally upgrades his party's classes after a long delay. He attends a meeting of the Four Cardinal Heroes disguised as a celebratory banquet. During the event, he discovers a bonus stage that offers increased experience point earnings. Meanwhile, Raphtalia gets into a fight at the party. The episode covers these developments without revealing future plot points or using promotional language.
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Naofumi bonds with L'arc during a relaxing journey to Cal Mira
Jun 12, 2019Traveling to Cal Mira, Naofumi encounters L'arc, who initially attempts to disrupt him but displays a genuinely friendly demeanor. Naofumi quickly grows fond of the strange man, and they spend time leveling up and enjoying a lively meal together. This pleasant interaction brings Naofumi a sense of happiness and fulfillment he has not experienced since arriving in this world. The journey provides a welcome respite from his usual struggles, allowing him to connect with another person and find joy in simple companionship and shared experiences during their time on the ship.
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Naofumi Fights the Wave Alone Before Receiving Aid from L'arc and Therese
Jun 19, 2019The kingdom of Melromarc deploys a massive naval fleet to combat the Wave of Monsters in the ocean. Although the queen successfully directs the military operation, the other three heroes remain ineffective during the battle. Consequently, Naofumi is forced to handle the majority of the combat efforts by himself. Eventually, he receives assistance from L'arc and Therese, who help him defend against the attacking monsters. However, the situation takes an unexpected turn shortly after their arrival, leaving the outcome of the confrontation uncertain as the conflict continues to escalate.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari have?
- Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari has 25 episodes.
- When did Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari come out?
- Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari came out in 2019.
- Which studio made Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari?
- Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari was produced by Kinema Citrus.
- Who directed Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari?
- Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari was directed by Takao Abo.
- Is Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari finished?
- Current status of Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari: Finished.