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How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom

How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom
★ 7.7/10•2021•24m•TV-14•Animation•Action & Adventure•Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Suddenly summoned to a fantasy world and betrothed to the princess, Kazuya Souma is crowned the new king. Unlike the royalty before him, he won’t be using swords and magic to rule; will administrative reform really get this kingdom back on track?

StatusEnded
Runtime24m
LanguageJA
First Air DateJul 4, 2021

Episodes

Episode 1 - First Begin with a HeroE124m

First Begin with a Hero

University student Souma is suddenly summoned as a hero to the kingdom of Elfrieden, which is facing a number of crises, both foreign and domestic. Souma confers with the king and prime minister, after which the king makes a stunning announcement.

Jul 4, 2021

Episode 2 - If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of ItE224m

If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It

Souma is checked for any magical powers, and puts his results to use with the administrative paperwork. Hoping to recruit more competent personnel for his staff, Souma sends out a nationwide broadcast offering prizes to the most talented in the land.

Jul 11, 2021

Episode 3 - Let Not Me Be a Loyal MinisterE324m

Let Not Me Be a Loyal Minister

The results of the talent search are in, and the kingdom holds a recognition and award ceremony for the winners. Five uniquely talented individuals come before Souma to demonstrate their skills, and find a place for themselves within his royal court.

Jul 18, 2021

Episode 4 - The Forefinger TwitchesE424m

The Forefinger Twitches

After Souma realizes the true gravity of Tomoe's ability, he ensures that it remains a secret, and that she is kept safe. Juna and Poncho host a program that shows how to prepare readily-available but unconventional ingredients during the food shortage.

Jul 25, 2021

Episode 5 - Well Fed, Well RegardedE524m

Well Fed, Well Regarded

Juna and Poncho close out their cooking show with their take on udon noodles. Marx steps down as prime minister, and as Hakuya fills the vacancy, he insists that Souma get some rest. Souma, Liscia, and Aisha take a tour of the castle town incognito.

Aug 1, 2021

Episode 6 - The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an AdvantageE624m

The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an Advantage

While at Lorelei, Souma overhears two soldiers arguing about whether to side with or against the new king. Hakuya reviews the political situation concerning the neighboring lands with the king. Souma and Liscia discuss the nature of their engagement.

Aug 8, 2021

Episode 7 - Thus Saith the ElderE724m

Thus Saith the Elder

Souma dispatches his magically-controlled mascot warrior to join an adventurer party. After securing funding with his team of accountants, Souma sets out to build a new port city and network of roads, but runs into opposition from the local residents.

Aug 15, 2021

Episode 8 - The Forest in LabourE824m

The Forest in Labour

Kaede leads an engineering corps, including Halbert, in constructing a road. As the work detail receives a royal inspection from Souma and Liscia, an urgent message from Aisha's father arrives, informing them of a natural disaster in their homeland.

Aug 22, 2021

Episode 9 - Contrary to WishesE924m

Contrary to Wishes

The Three Dukes meet to discuss what to do about King Souma. In Amidonia, Gaius receives word from Georg accepting his aid, and prepares to invade Elfrieden over the objections of his finance minister. Souma delivers his ultimatum to the Three Dukes.

Aug 29, 2021

Episode 10 - No Place of Joy Hath a SoldierE1024m

No Place of Joy Hath a Soldier

Gaius leads an invasion force from Amidonia into the kingdom and lays siege to the city of Altomura. Meanwhile, in Randel, the Forbidden Army constructs a fort from which they engage Georg's forces, while Red Dragon City receives its own surprise attack.

Sep 5, 2021

Episode 11 - Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach TreeE1124m

Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach Tree

Souma and his entourage confront Vargas in his castle before hurrying off to Randel to regroup with the Forbidden Army. A stunning truth about Georg is revealed by Glaive, leading to a dramatic turn of events with Gaius and his forces at Altomura.

Sep 12, 2021

Episode 12 - When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet FreeE1224m

When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet Free

Under Gaius's command, the Amidonian army launches a full-scale attack to retake Van, but Souma and his forces move to stop them. In the aftermath of the war, there are serious consequences to be faced and plans for reconciliation to be put into action.

Sep 19, 2021

Episode 13 - To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme ExcellenceE1324m

To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme Excellence

Jeanne Euphoria of the Gran Chaos Empire is sent to Van to deal with the occupation. Roroa observes the newfound freedom of the citizens of Van. Poncho locates a source of food for the impoverished citizens. Souma, Juna and Tomoe enjoy a day off together.

Sep 26, 2021

Episode 14 - Amidonia in a Lion's SkinE1424m

Amidonia in a Lion's Skin

Julius, the son of Gaius, attempts to reclaim his former territory of Van from Souma, backed by the authority of the Gran Chaos Empire. The power to negotiate is given to Jeanne Euphoria, younger sister of Empress Maria Euphoria.

Jan 9, 2022

Episode 15 - Becoming Good Friends Who Never OffendE1524m

Becoming Good Friends Who Never Offend

Jeanne's negotiations continue. These negotiations are no longer in the hands of Julius, but wholly a matter for the Gran Chaos Empire and the Kingdom of Elfrieden. Further, Jeanne sees a new future and a new world in Souma.

Jan 16, 2022

Episode 16 - Tyranny Is More Terrible than TigersE1624m

Tyranny Is More Terrible than Tigers

Van is returned to Julius as a result of the mediation of the Grand Chaos Empire, in exchange for a great deal of reparation costs. Souma returns to the Kingdom of Elfrieden, where many other problems yet remain.

Jan 23, 2022

Episode 17 - A Warrior Will Die for One Who Understands HimE1724m

A Warrior Will Die for One Who Understands Him

Souma is victorious in both the Elfrieden civil war and the battle against Amidonia. However, his victory was won as a result of the devotion of a man named Georg. Still, the law is the law, and Souma must pass down a harsh judgment against Georg.

Jan 30, 2022

Episode 18 - Seeing Snake Shadows in Every CupE1824m

Seeing Snake Shadows in Every Cup

Weathering a number of problems, Souma more or less finishes dealing with the aftermath of the war. However, he was set upon by an inexplicable anxiety, the distress and pressure only felt by those in authority. It was not something he could bear alone.

Feb 6, 2022

Episode 19 - Strike While the Iron Is HotE1924m

Strike While the Iron Is Hot

Royal Guard Captain Ludwin's childhood friend, Genia, was a rare breed of mad scientist. Her inventions leave even Souma, who comes from a world of science and technology, in astonishment... In addition to being utterly dumbfounded.

Feb 13, 2022

Episode 20 - Aping the Frown of BeautyE2024m

Aping the Frown of Beauty

With Van, the capital of Amidonia, returned to Julius, so too returns the oppressive rule of the government. The people's dissatisfaction increases day by day, until finally they end up revolting. Julius's sister, Roroa, then comes before Souma.

Feb 20, 2022

Episode 21 - Using Shrimp as Bait to Catch Sea Bream, but Instead Catching a SharkE2124m

Using Shrimp as Bait to Catch Sea Bream, but Instead Catching a Shark

Roroa's arrival further complicates the situation between Amidonia and the Kingdom of Elfrieden. It was an outcome not even Souma had anticipated. In response, a conference between Grand Chaos Empire Empress Maria Euphoria and Souma must be convened.

Feb 27, 2022

Episode 22 - Those Without Wisdom Are FoolsE2224m

Those Without Wisdom Are Fools

An unusual Friedonian slave trader named Ginger Camus gave his slaves clean clothes and enough to eat, as well as providing them with an education, little knowing that this would eventually end up rocking the kingdom.

Mar 6, 2022

Episode 23 - Gargling and Hand Washing Are the Basis of Disease PreventionE2324m

Gargling and Hand Washing Are the Basis of Disease Prevention

Refugees are one of modern society's great challenges, and the Kingdom of Friedonia is no exception. Refugees who had been driven from their lands by invading monsters have gathered outside the walls of the capital and started an encampment.

Mar 13, 2022

Episode 24 - Away from My Hometown for So Many YearsE2424m

Away from My Hometown for So Many Years

Souma and the others visit the refugees, where they help an expectant mother with a difficult delivery. The newborn life provides hope and a foundation for the future to the refugees, but not all of them accept the future Souma presents them.

Mar 20, 2022

Episode 25 - Know Your Enemy and Know Yourself, and Your Union Shall Not Be EndangeredE2524m

Know Your Enemy and Know Yourself, and Your Union Shall Not Be Endangered

One evening, Excel whispers to the fiancées Liscia, Aisha, Juna, and Roroa that she will teach them how to please their man, and suddenly commences a "Fiancées' Bridal Course". The secrets of Souma and his fiancées are about to come to light.

Mar 27, 2022

Episode 26 - Ahead, I See No Ancestors; Behind, I Find No FollowersE2624m

Ahead, I See No Ancestors; Behind, I Find No Followers

On New Year's Eve, Souma is summoned by his predecessor, King Albert, to talk with his wife, Elisha. The amazing truth told by Albert's mouth. And what's up in Souma's chest when he knows "everything"...

Apr 3, 2022

Actors

Yusuke Kobayashi

Yusuke Kobayashi

Kazuya Souma (voice)

Inori Minase

Inori Minase

Liscia Elfrieden (voice)

Ikumi Hasegawa

Ikumi Hasegawa

Aisha Udgard (voice)

Reina Ueda

Reina Ueda

Juna Doma (voice)

Kazuyuki Okitsu

Kazuyuki Okitsu

Hakuya Kwonmin (voice)

Moe Kahara

Moe Kahara

Tomoe Inui (voice)

Masaaki Mizunaka

Masaaki Mizunaka

Poncho Panacotta (voice)

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