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SHY

SHY
★ 6.2/10•2023•24m•TV-14•Animation•Action & Adventure•Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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On the brink of a third World War, superheroes appeared on Earth. Gifted with powers, their appearance brings peace to the world. The heroes each selected a country in which they would reside, serve, and protect its citizens. Shy is Japan’s hero, endowed with super strength. Her most daunting enemy yet? Crippling shyness. Join Shy and her super friends as she defends Earth and gains confidence!

StatusEnded
Runtime24m
LanguageJA
First Air DateOct 3, 2023

Episodes

Episode 1 - I'm ShyE124m

I'm Shy

The world is at peace, but there are still everyday dangers. So, a new breed of protectors, known simply as "Heroes" have arrived on Earth. Shy is Japan's new Hero, but is she ready to be a Hero? What does it MEAN to be a Hero anyway?

Oct 3, 2023

Episode 2 - With All of My HeartE224m

With All of My Heart

Shy returns to school only to find herself faced with Iko Koishikawa, a girl whose injuries she blames herself for. As if that wasn't stressful enough, a mysterious young boy sows discord and forces the girls to face the darkness in their hearts.

Oct 10, 2023

Episode 3 - Conversation at the Dinner TableE324m

Conversation at the Dinner Table

Koishikawa takes Momijiyama out on the town in an attempt to thank her for everything she's done for her. However, Momijiyama's introverted nature and shut-in lifestyle make this difficult. The two of them are then unexpectedly summoned by Unilord.

Oct 17, 2023

Episode 4 - A Heartless PersonE424m

A Heartless Person

Shy faces off against Stardust for the right to remain a hero. To stand a chance, Shy has to discover what drives her as a hero and fuels the power of her Heart-shift bracelets. Heroes from the Black Cross help manage the aftermath.

Oct 24, 2023

Episode 5 - Shine the LightE524m

Shine the Light

As Shy searches for ways to strengthen the power of her heart, she finds support and inspiration in unlikely places. Help and begrudging assistance from Lady Black helps her understand struggle more as they help someone together.

Oct 31, 2023

Episode 6 - Ice WhiteE624m

Ice White

Unilord sends Shy and Spirit on an urgent mission to the North Pole. There, they rendezvous with China's hero and work together to investigate the fate of researchers who had lost contact with the Arctic Base.

Nov 7, 2023

Episode 7 - UnchainE724m

Unchain

Iko and Pepesha share their experiences fighting Amarariruku, and new information about Stigma and his rings comes to light. Afterward, Shy faces an important aspect of being a hero: building up her image.

Nov 14, 2023

Episode 8 - SurpriseE824m

Surprise

Teru travels to Russia to assist Pepesha's investigation into the mysterious girl they encountered at the North Pole. Not only are details about Pepesha's past brought to light, but new information leads to some disturbing implications about Tzveta.

Nov 21, 2023

Episode 9 - Melee, Trembling FingertipsE924m

Melee, Trembling Fingertips

The battle with Kufufu and Tzveta heats up as Shy and Spirit desperately try to get the civilians out of harm's way. Kufufu's unpredictable actions make her difficult to fight, and Tzveta's ice powers and inescapable heart make her a formidable foe.

Nov 28, 2023

Episode 10 - The Lonely Ice and Small FlameE1024m

The Lonely Ice and Small Flame

As Tzveta regains her memories, Shy and Spirit witness the tragedy of Letana's adult life firsthand and learn how her ideals formed. The strength of her dark, frozen heart clashes against Shy's warm light.

Dec 5, 2023

Episode 11 - What Is Conveyed and That Which RemainsE1124m

What Is Conveyed and That Which Remains

Stigma's twisted endeavors have provided Pepesha and Letana the opportunity to finally say all the things they never could in the past. As their battle comes to a climax and close, much is revealed about their relationship and Stigma.

Dec 12, 2023

Episode 12 - When I Cough, It's the Two of UsE1224m

When I Cough, It's the Two of Us

Reinforcements sent by Unilord arrive and assist in cleaning up the aftermath of the battle with Tzveta and Kufufu. Afterward, Teru ends up with an intense cold that leads Iko to look after her and realize just how normal heroes are.

Dec 19, 2023

Episode 13 - Hero's HighE1324m

Hero's High

We revisit our heroes and see them going about their daily lives after the incidents with Amarariruku. A young reporter, Tojiko Asuka, crosses paths with Shy and is suddenly inspired to write an article interviewing her.

Jul 2, 2024

Episode 14 - Wind Coming from the WestE1424m

Wind Coming from the West

A sudden thunderstorm and a forgotten umbrella trap Momijiyama at school, where she joins the hunt for one of the Seven Wonders of Tanpopo First Middle School. A young woman with a Kansai accent proves to be more capable than expected.

Jul 9, 2024

Episode 15 - HeartbladeE1524m

Heartblade

Ai showcases her skills by swiftly defeating her busybody pursuer. She then decides that Momijiyama will help her out by giving her a place to stay while she pursues her goals outside of her village.

Jul 16, 2024

Episode 16 - Cloud in the DarkE1624m

Cloud in the Dark

When an impenetrable black orb completely engulfs the heart of Tokyo, heroes from all over the world are summoned to discuss how to handle it. Shy finds herself thrust into a leadership role and is tasked with organizing a team to infiltrate the orb.

Jul 23, 2024

Episode 17 - Storming InE1724m

Storming In

Shy and the team she's put together infiltrate the black orb and begin their rescue mission. They're beset by a member of Amarariku who squares up against Mianlong, man-to-man.

Jul 30, 2024

Episode 18 - Nothing Is PermanentE1824m

Nothing Is Permanent

The infiltration team is forced to deal with the trolly problem presented by Kufufu. In the aftermath, Ai reflects on her perception of Amarariruku and shares the details of her relationship with one of its members.

Aug 13, 2024

Episode 19 - Because of LoveE1924m

Because of Love

Shy, Piltz, and Ai are beset by another member of Amarariruku. She captures Ai, intent on delivering her to her sister, and wields the power of love against Shy and Piltz. Atop the tower, Mai waits for the long-awaited confrontation.

Aug 20, 2024

Episode 20 - A Nice GuyE2024m

A Nice Guy

Stardust confronts Stigma and Quabala alone, while Ai and Shy's confrontation with Mai takes a turn for the worst. Ai struggles to accept her sister's fall from grace, and Stardust receives a bone-chilling revelation from Stigma.

Aug 27, 2024

Episode 21 - VagueE2124m

Vague

With the fusion of Ai and Mai into an entirely new being, Shy is left alone atop the tower to face a formidable foe alone. Hearts clash on battlefields both physical and emotional.

Sep 3, 2024

Episode 22 - Hand Reached OutE2224m

Hand Reached Out

Now a separate being once again, Mai returns to her internal struggles as Ai and Tokimaru desperately try to reach out to her. Members of Amarariruku ascend to the top of the tower to finish destroying the black sphere from the inside.

Sep 10, 2024

Episode 23 - With the Moon...E2324m

With the Moon...

Members of Amarariruku combine their powers to shatter the top of the black sphere, releasing the city's fear into the outside world. Mai attempts to sacrifice herself to shield the outside world, but she finds she's not alone.

Sep 17, 2024

Episode 24 - Fare Thee WellE2424m

Fare Thee Well

With their plans thwarted, members of Amarariruku retreat. In the aftermath of the black ball's collapse, the heroes face the weight of unforeseen consequences to their victory.

Sep 24, 2024

Actors

Shino Shimoji

Shino Shimoji

Teru Momijiyama / Shy (voice)

Nao Toyama

Nao Toyama

Iko Koishikawa (voice)

Tomokazu Sugita

Tomokazu Sugita

N-Vilio / Ebio (voice)

Mamiko Noto

Mamiko Noto

Pepesha Andrianov / Spirits (voice)

Shin-ichiro Miki

Shin-ichiro Miki

Davie Wonder John / Stardust (voice)

Sayumi Suzushiro

Sayumi Suzushiro

Piltz Dunant / Lady Black (voice)

Ayumu Murase

Ayumu Murase

Ming Ming Li / Meng Long (voice)

Kikuko Inoue

Kikuko Inoue

Uni-Lord (voice)

Mutsumi Tamura

Mutsumi Tamura

Stigma (voice)

Miyuki Sawashiro

Miyuki Sawashiro

Tzveta (voice)

Rina Hidaka

Rina Hidaka

Keheheh (voice)

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