Revered yet w(e)ary.

NEWS

STORY

INTRODUCTION

As the Shield Hero, Iwatani Naofumi prepared for the return of the Phoenix, one of the Four Guardian Beasts. He tracked down each of the other three heroes and made his peace with them.

But due to a misunderstanding, assassins from a nation called Q'ten Lo thought Raphtalia was going to try and take their throne, and tried to kill her.

In order to work things out with Q'ten Lo, Naofumi travels to the demi-human country Siltvelt, the one place where he can get a boat to Q’ten Lo. He’s welcomed warmly by the demi-humans there, who worship the Shield Hero. But even in Siltvelt there are those who aren’t happy to see him.

And he finds that Q’ten Lo is politically unstable as well, and that Raphtalia rapidly becomes a symbol for revolution.

As things get more and more complex, will Naofumi become a light who guides his comrades?

CHARACTER

<span>Iwatani</span><br class="is-sp"><span>Naofumi</span>

Iwatani
Naofumi

A young boy who was summoned to another world and became the Shield Hero. After overcoming numerous hardships with his companions, he is granted his own territory. He’s distrustful of others but has a kind heart and manages to unite the Four Cardinal Heroes in preparation for the battle against the Phoenix, one of the Four Guardian Beasts.

Kaito Ishikawa
<span>Raphtalia</span>

Raphtalia

A demi-human girl who was chosen to be the holder of the Katana Vassal Weapon and became the Katana Hero. Devoted to her role as Naofumi’s sword, she shares deep mutual trust with him. A descendant of the royal family of Q'ten Lo, she is mistaken as a contender for the throne by its assassins.

Asami Seto
<span>Filo</span>

Filo

A filolial queen, selected to be the next ruler of the race. Actually in bird form, she’s very cheerful and loves to sing while she pulls the carriage. She is very close to Melty, and they are currently on a training journey together.

Rina Hidaka
<span>Rishia</span>

Rishia

Naofumi’s comrade who is shy and introverted but learning Hengen Muso swordsmanship has helped her to grow at a surprising speed. In a one-on-one duel with Itsuki, a mysterious weapon resembling a Vassal Weapon of the Projectile type chooses her, leading to her victory. She now stays by Itsuki’s side as he struggles with the Curse.

Natsuko Hara
<span>Amaki</span><span>Ren</span>

AmakiRen

The Sword Hero. After he failed to defeat the Spirit Tortoise, he fell into despair and turned to a life of thievery. However, he eventually acknowledged his past mistakes and reconciled with Naofumi and the others. Now, he devotes himself to sword training with Eclair while focusing on healing from the Curse. Though acting self-centered, he has grown to value his comrades deeply.

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
<span>Kitamura</span><br class="is-sp"><span>Motoyasu</span>

Kitamura
Motoyasu

The Spear Hero. After being used and cast aside by Myne, he was comforted by Filo and became completely devoted to her. He affectionately calls Naofumi “Father-in-law” and gained overwhelming power by practicing the enhancement techniques Naofumi taught him. He now secretly protects Naofumi’s territory from the shadows.

Makoto Takahashi
<span>Kawasumi</span><br class="is-sp"><span>Itsuki</span>

Kawasumi
Itsuki

The Bow Hero. After losing to the Spirit Tortoise, he wandered from arena to arena and eventually fought against Naofumi’s group, where he was defeated by Rishia. She now looks after him as he works to heal from the Curse. He has a stronger sense of justice than most people, and it can sometimes cause him to go out of control. But he’s someone who truly wants to help others.

Yoshitaka Yamaya
<span>Melty</span>

Melty

The Second Princess of Melromarc and first in line for the throne. She serves as acting lord of the Seyaette territory, working daily, so that she can be a bridge between humans and demi-humans. Though she’s best friends with Filo, they rarely had time to spend together. So, at Naofumi’s suggestion, the two have now set off on a journey of training and growth.

Maaya Uchida
<span>Eclair</span>

Eclair

A knight and the ruler of the Seyaette domain. She has a stern personality and prefers to study the blade instead of how to rule her lands. She currently trains Lurolona Village in the ways of the sword. A skilled warrior who once defeated the Sword Hero, she now trains Ren after helping him recover.

Ruriko Aoki
<span>Myne</span>

Myne

The former First Princess of Melromarc. She was banished from the royal family for treason and her attempt to assassinate Melty, and had her name changed to “Bitch.” Manipulated the other three heroes and tried to bring Naofumi down. Nobody knows where she is right now.

Sarah Emi Bridcutt
<span>Sadeena</span>

Sadeena

An orca demi-human from a family of royal bodyguards in Q’ten Lo. Protected Raphtalia’s parents as they fled to Melromarc. She’s like an older sister to Raphtalia. She looks like an easygoing lady who loves to drink and excels in both lightning magic and fighting at close range.

Ami koshimizu
<span>Fohl</span>

Fohl

A White Tiger demi-human boy. He trains diligently with his younger sister, Atla in Naofumi’s territory. Though he cares for her deeply, his overprotective nature often leads to conflict, and he frequently finds himself outwitted or overpowered by her.

Kohei Amasaki
<span>Atla</span>

Atla

A White Tiger demi-human girl. Once blind and unable to walk due to illness, she was saved by Naofumi and now adores him. Her sharp mind and strong will allow her to resist her brother’s interference and grow ever closer to Naofumi. She possesses a natural talent for the Hengen Muso Secret Techniques.

Konomi Kohara
<span>S'yne</span>

S'yne

A girl who appeared in Lurolona Village seeking Naofumi. She hails from a destroyed parallel world, where she was the Vassal Weapon Hero of the Sewing Set. Due to her Vassal Weapon’s translation feature being broken, she communicates through her familiar. Though slim, she has an enormous appetite.

Maria Naganawa
<span>Werner</span>

Werner

The representative of the Shusaku race, one of the four most powerful demi-human races of Siltvelt. A bird demi-human. Highly loyal to Naofumi and welcomes him respectfully. Wants Naofumi to stay in his country and uses his political skills to try and keep him there.

Takeo Otsuka
<span>Jaralis</span>

Jaralis

The representative of the Laio race, a race of demi-humans in Siltvelt. Politically opposed to Werner, he decides to make contact with Naofumi independently. Polite, but the type of person tries to solve problems through force. Witnessed the last moments of Fohl and Atla’s father.

Jiro Saito

STAFF/CAST

MF Books"The Rising of the Shield Hero” published by KADOKAWA
  • Director

    Hitoshi Haga

  • Series Composition

    Keigo Koyanagi

  • Character Design

    Franziska van Wulfen/Sana Komatsu/
    Masahiro Suwa

  • Deputy Director

    Takanori Yamamoto

  • Color Design

    Azusa Sasaki

  • Art Director

    Junichi Higashi

  • 3DCG Director

    Yuji Koshida(Studio Pomelo)

  • Screen Design

    Shinichiro Miyazaki

  • 2D Artist

    hydekick

  • Photography Director

    Miho Ikeda(T2 Studio)

  • Photography Superviser

    Tsunetaka Ema(T2 Studio)

  • Editor

    Hitomi Sudo/Honami Yamaghishi(REAL-T)

  • Sound Director

    Fumiyuki Goh

  • Sound Effects

    Shota Yaso

  • Sound Production

    Glovision

  • Music

    Kevin Penkin/Alfredo Sirica/Natalie Jeffreys

  • Music Production

    NIPPON COLUMBIA

  • Animation Production

    Kinema citrus

  • Production

    Shield Hero S4 Project

  • Naofumi Iwatani

    Kaito Ishikawa

  • Raphtalia

    Asami Seto

  • Filo

    Rina Hidaka

  • Fohl

    Kohei Amasaki

  • Atla

    Konomi Kohara

  • Sadeena

    Ami koshimizu

  • Ren Amaki

    Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

  • Motoyasu Kitamura

    Makoto Takahashi

  • Itsuki Kawasumi

    Yoshitaka Yamaya

  • Melty

    Maaya Uchida

  • Rishia

    Natsuko Hara

  • Eclair

    Ruriko Aoki

  • S’yne

    Maria Naganawa

  • Mirellia

    Kikuko Inoue

  • Aultcray

    Yutaka Nakano

  • Werner

    Takeo Otsuka

  • Jaralis

    Jiro Saito

MOVIE