The Rising of the Shield Hero has officially greenlit Season 5 right after the S4 finale, unveiling an ultra teaser visual, a teaser PV, and creator messages—plus the kickoff of KADOKAWA’s first global game project for the franchise (PC & mobile).
Shield Hero S5 confirmed right after the S4 finale drop
Season 4’s episode 12 (“Return of Providence”) closed with a stinger: Season 5 is in production. The teaser frames Naofumi’s party in dust and conflict—signaling tougher choices and heavier stakes ahead.
Ultra teaser visual and a PV that hints at harsher trials
The new ultra teaser visual spotlights a shadowed throne and a battered hero unit, paired with a teaser PV cut from the finale broadcast. Expect grit, resolve, and a world that won’t bend easily.
Creator messages frame resolve, fate, and what’s at stake
Aneko Yusagi thanks fans and flags S5 as a major trial that questions the heroes’ resolve to protect the world. Seira Minami invites fans to share the nerves and excitement beyond S4’s “roots” arc. Director Haga points to the build-up since S3 toward the Phoenix thread—now it’s time to see what awaits Naofumi’s party.
From S4 foundations to S5 expectations: staff, cast, music
S4 featured Kinema citrus with music by Kevin Penkin (with Alfredo Sirica & Natalie Jeffreys) and a returning cast led by Kaito Ishikawa (Naofumi), Asami Seto (Raphtalia), and Rina Hidaka (Filo). That continuity sets the tone for S5’s escalation.
KADOKAWA’s first global game project enters the arena
KADOKAWA also announced its first global game project for Shield Hero on PC and smartphones, revealing a teaser visual and creator comments. The team teases animation-like graphics and gameplay expressions unique to a game—under close creator supervision.
Quick links for the teaser and official updates
• Official site (JP)
• Official site (EN)
• @shieldheroanime on X
©AnekoYusagi_Seira Minami/KADOKAWA/Shield Hero S5 Project
©AnekoYusagi_Seira Minami/KADOKAWA/Shield Hero Game Project
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