The Rising of the Shield Hero

While reading a book about Four Legendary Weapons at the library, university student Naofumi Iwatani is all of a sudden summoned to another world. There, he becomes one of the Legendary Heroes who will save the world…

Accepting the slave merchant’s offer, Naofumi proceeds to choose a partner who will fight for him.

After gaining new skills and stocking up on equipment for the impending Wave, Naofumi and Raphtalia head for the Dragon Hourglass. At their destination, they reunite with Motoyasu and the other heroes…

In the midst of a celebratory banquet in Melromarc, Motoyasu challenges Naofumi to a duel. Motoyasu claims that it is unbecoming of a Hero to use a slave and demands freedom to Raphtalia, but in fact…

After receiving the pitiful amount of reward money, Naofumi reforges Raphtalia’s slave seal upon her request and purchases a monster’s egg.

Magical equipment is required to prevent Filo’s outfit from getting torn apart each time she transforms. Seeking for materials, Naofumi set off on yet another precarious journey.

Upon learning that a village is in need of some herbicide, Naofumi and party approach them. He then realises the monster-transformed plants has something to do with Motoyasu…

Naofumi and party travel Eastwards to deliver medicine to a village that was hit by an epidemic that was caused by the rotting remains of a dragon.

Naofumi encounters a girl named Melty at a village in the East. She asks them to accompany her to the capital and Naofumi unwillingly complies.

Naofumi prepares for the next Wave. He recruits a young soldier and tries to let a leveled-up Raphtalia receive a Class Advancement, but the King …

Naofumi and his party brace for the next Wave at a village along the borders. They manage to safely evacuate all the villagers, but the Wave shows no sign of subsiding.

The mysterious woman introduces herself as Glass. She declares the start of the “true battle of this Wave” and easily overpowers the heroes.  Desperate, Naofumi turns to the Rage Shield once again…

Forced to go on the run after being accused of kidnapping Melty and injuring the knights, things are looking bleak for Naofumi and his party as every state go on high alert.

Naofumi takes refuge from Myne’s attack at a village nearby. To break through the knights’ formation, Melty goes to an acquaintance for help, but that place is deeply connected to Raphtalia’s past…

Raphtalia drives Idol into a corner. Flames of revenge light up within her, but she swallows her rage upon Naofumi’s words. However, Idol takes the chance to strike Raphtalia once again…

Before the weakened children could be brought to safety, the Tyrant attacks. Naofumi rides on Filo and lures the Tyrant out of the town, but is driven into a corner as direct attacks are ineffective.

Fitoria urges the Four Cardinal Heroes to join hands. Despite her threatening to hold Melty hostage, Naofumi refuses to make peace with the other heroes. Unable to comprehend Naofumi’s stubbornness, Fitoria proposes a duel with Filo instead.

To make peace with the other heroes, Naofumi exits the barrier. However, the one who is least likely to listen awaits. Without a word, Motoyasu attacks Naofumi. The reason behind his ever-growing murderous intent is…

The Pope wields a weapon which harnesses the Four Cardinal Weapons’ powers. Facing the “Judgement” and a powerful barrier, Naofumi is driven into a corner. Just then, Motoyasu makes an unexpected move…

Trapped within the Pope’s Grand Cathedral, Naofumi’s attacks are limited as the Cursed Shield is nullified. He uses the new Cursed Shield ability, but the dragon’s wrath overwhelms him…

Mirellia reveals the truth behind summoning and discrimination of the Shield Hero. To clear Naofumi’s name, she opens the impeachment trial of Aultcray and Myne begins…

Overcoming all obstacles, Naofumi finally receives a class advancement. In celebration, he attends a summit with the other three heroes…

On the way to Carmilla Island, Naofumi meets L'Arc again. With his new friend, the party can finally enjoy some quality time together.

The Queen personally takes command, but the three heroes are useless as usual, leaving Naofumi with all the work alone. With L’Arc and Therese’s help, Naofumi fights against the Wave, but…

Glass is revealed to be L’Arc’s comrade—A hero from another world. Naofumi manages to close in on Glass. During his battle with Glass, Naofumi once again questions himself if really wishes to protect this world…