Naofumi-sama...
Naofumi-sama.
We're here.
Look, Naofumi-sama.
The crest has changed from three heroes to four.
This country is about to change.
Yeah. And now we can actually upgrade classes instead of being turned away.
We'd better thank the queen.
Her Majesty entrusted us with guarding the dragon hourglass.
Now, come this way.
We will hereby begin the class upgrade ritual.
{=3}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=2}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
Baloon jerky x 10 created
Class upgrade process initiated
{=3}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=2}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
{=3}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=2}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
{=3}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=2}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=3}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=2}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=3}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=2}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=3}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=2}Usapil jerky x 5 Created
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
{=5}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=4}Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
{=1}Class upgrade process initiated
{=0}Class upgrade process initiated
Now or Never
Just fight it out
The Rising of
the Shield Hero
Night sky reflect in my eyes
The night sky reflects in my eyes
hikaru hoshi te o nobashi
My hands reach out for the stars
semaru jikan de nijinde iku mirai
Time draws near and the future becomes a blur
But I want to be honest with myself
Come clean kazamuki
The wind wipes everything clean
kaete tsukuru scene
Now, transform your scene anew
Keep it real ikita akashi
Keep it real, prove that you lived
nokosu masterpiece
Leave behind a masterpiece
Everybody’s betrayed me
No furete kureta kimi no yubi
But the fingers that lightly caressed me...
Everything betrays me
That’s not it asete mo yuruganai
That’s not it! Even if it fades, it won’t disappear!
nanbyakkai datte nanbyakumankai datte
A hundred— no, even a million times!
kizu kasanete mo yuzurenai my faith
No matter how many times I get scarred, I will still have faith
sonzai no shoumei itsudatte myself
As proof of my existence, I’ll always stay true to myself
I’ve gotta make a change!
(Make a change, yeah)
yuganda sekai de ashiato tadotte
In this disturbed world, I hold in my silent screams
koe ni naranai sakebi wo osaete
As I follow the footsteps
nanbyakkai datte nanbyakumankai datte
A hundred— no, even a million times!
I’ll find and create myself!
Now or Never
Just fight it out
Four Heroes Council
Was there a problem?
Yeah. We got to upgrade classes thanks to you, but...
Are you done?
Class upgrade process initiated
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
Class upgrade process initiated
Would you like to let the targets choose freely?
Class upgrade process completed
Wow, that's incredible!
Hey, Master...
What is it?
I couldn't pick the one I wanted.
Same here.
I couldn't, either.
Hey, what's going on here?
Uh... that can't be!
I have heard that specific items
can sometimes affect the class upgrade process.
The cowlick Fitoria gave her is probably the cause.
Gah!
Fitoria?
You mean the Filolial Queen?
I wish you could've seen her.
She just looked so sublime!
Melty!
Could you tell me more?
Of course!
Fitoria-san in her bird form was as big as a Tyrant,
and had feathers the color of the sky.
What else?
On her head, she had special feathers that were kind of like a crown.
When she gave me a ride, I really felt like I was in a dream!
U-Unbelievable!
I wish I could experience that just once in my life!
It must've been the most wonderful...
Like daughter, like mother, huh?
Pardon me.
So?
Why'd you call us here?
I'm planning to throw a party tonight,
with all four heroes in attendance.
Tell me things like that sooner.
If I had, you wouldn't have come.
That said, the party is but an excuse.
There's something I need the heroes to know about.
It's extremely important.
Sorry I couldn't get you the class upgrades you wanted.
It's not your fault.
I wanted you to choose freely,
so you'd be fine after I'm gone.
This way, Sir Shield Hero.
We'll talk later.
Naofumi-sama...
I wasn't expecting to see you so soon, Filo-chan.
Same here!
Oh, Mel-chan, let's explore the castle later.
Okay!
I'm hungry...
Where's Master?
Naofumi-sama has something important to do,
so let's go ahead and start.
'Kay.
What is with these guys?
If Naofumi-sama really does leave...
Having a filthy demi in here is making my wine taste bad!
You may be with the Shield, but know your place!
Listen well!
As long as we have Itsuki-sama, we don't need any other heroes!
Especially not the disgrace known as the Shield Hero!
Tell your coward of a master
to get lost before he gets hurt!
Got that?
Who'll be the one to really get hurt, I wonder?
What's all this ruckus?
There's a fight happening in the reception hall!
That pie...
Who is it for,
Sister?
I would like to begin the conference soon,
but you don't seem pleased to be here.
Did you really try to make up with them?
Not this again.
Did you try to clear your name?
Since we're all here anyway,
why don't we have a heart-to-heart?
Go ahead and start.
Recently, due to the Three Heroes Church's antics,
our country has caused you a lot of trouble,
and we would very much like to make it up to you.
It seems Cal Mira Archipelago will activate soon.
Really?
It's going to generate a bonus field?
"Activate"?
By activate,
we mean the once-in-a-decade event where
XP gained in the area is boosted.
You didn't even know about that?
Excuse me.
You may enter.
It's a good thing we didn't attend the party.
Mal—no, Bitch apparently tried to poison the food meant for Iwatani-sama's party.
Lies!
My—I mean, Slut would never do that!
No, Si—Bitch admitted it, thanks to her slave pact.
N-No...
Kitamura-sama, you have forged a slave pact with her as well.
Why don't you confirm for yourself later?
Forget about that and keep going.
While my daughter's foolish actions certainly played a part,
the infighting between you heroes has prevented you from leveling up more.
As such, to ensure that you level up efficiently in Cal Mira,
why don't you speak your minds and exchange information?
There's no need for that.
Exchange information? There's nothing to say.
It would be a waste of time.
These guys haven't learned a thing.
It seems you don't understand, so let me be perfectly frank.
If this keeps up, in the next Wave,
all the heroes except Iwatani-sama will lose their lives.
The
Rising
of
the
Shield
Hero
What do you mean?
Exactly what I said.
You three were defeated in the last Wave,
so I doubt you'll survive the next one.
All four heroes need to rally together to survive the Waves.
Think of this conference as a way to cultivate that solidarity.
The queen's right on the money,
but can I really "rally together" with these guys?
First, let's ask Naofumi-san.
Where'd you get that cheat shield?
Huh?
I dare you to say that again!
I'll say it as many times as it takes!
Stupid Shield!
Loser!
Weakling hero!
If you don't like it, prove me wrong!
Come on, what's the matter?
I can understand how you must feel, but please calm down.
I know. I'm perfectly calm.
I'll calmly dispose of this trash.
Listen up.
This shield isn't a cheat or anything.
It's just the result of my hard work.
Fine. I'll tell you what I know.
In return,
you guys talk first.
What do we do?
Do we have a choice?
Fine...
First, the basics.
You have been summoned by King Melromarc via summoning altar
{=6}Silver coin x 600
{=7}The Spear can't be unequipped
When you pick up a weapon of the same type as your legendary weapon,
Copied [Iron Spear]
{=6}Silver coin x 600
{=7}The Spear can't be unequipped
{=6}Silver coin x 600
{=7}The Spear can't be unequipped
{=6}Silver coin x 600
{=7}The Spear can't be unequipped
Copied [Iron Spear]
{=6}Silver coin x 600
{=7}The Spear can't be unequipped
Copied [Iron Spear]
{=6}Silver coin x 600
{=7}The Spear can't be unequipped
Copied [Iron Spear]
Iron Spear copied successfully
Copied [Iron Spear]
Skill Tree
Equipment Bonus
you can copy it using the weapon copy system.
Weapon Copy
Iron Spear
Rarity:
It sure helped us at the start, because we got all these strong weapons for free.
Yeah.
Wait a second.
All you have to do is pick it up?
Yeah.
Naofumi-san, don't tell me you didn't know...
Keep going.
Next, with the required crafting skill and recipes,
when you feed your weapon the materials,
it'll automatically craft the items you need.
{=9}Baloon carcass x 3
{=8}Baloon crystals x 2
Gravel x 2
Easy Recipe 1
Easy Recipe 2
Intermediate Recipe
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
Easy Recipe 1
Easy Recipe 2
Intermediate Recipe
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
Easy Recipe 1
Easy Recipe 2
Intermediate Recipe
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
God, I've been doing it by hand.
Easy Recipe 1
Easy Recipe 2
Intermediate Recipe
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Gunpowder
Easy Recipe 2
Empty Bottle
Flask
Sharpening stone
Empty Bottle
Baloon carcass
Baloon crystals
Gravel
Start Crafting
Empty Bottle
Baloon carcass
Gravel
Baloon crystals
Start Crafting
Empty Bottle
Baloon carcass
Gravel
Baloon crystals
Start Crafting
Empty Bottle
Baloon carcass
Gravel
Baloon crystals
Start Crafting
Empty Bottle
Baloon carcass
Gravel
Baloon crystals
Start Crafting
Empty Bottle
Baloon carcass
Gravel
Baloon crystals
Start Crafting
Baloon carcass
Gravel
Baloon crystals
Start Crafting
Craft [Empty Bottle]?
What's wrong with you?
{=9}Baloon carcass x 3
{=8}Baloon crystals x 2
{=9}Baloon carcass x 3
{=8}Baloon crystals x 2
{=9}Baloon carcass x 3
{=8}Baloon crystals x 2
{=9}Baloon carcass x 3
{=8}Baloon crystals x 2
{=9}Baloon carcass x 3
{=8}Baloon crystals x 2
Empty Bottle x 1 Created
Craft [Empty Bottle]?
And then, there's a teleport skill.
You can move instantly to any location you've registered with it.
Wait, did you not know about this one, either?
What did I even go through all that nonsense for?
You don't seem to be aware,
so I'll tell you the secret to growing stronger.
In this world, weapon rarity is everything.
So if you develop weapons that are more rare...
Don't lie.
A weapon's potency depends on proficiency.
Wrong. All wrong.
Refinement and stats are the most important factors.
What are you saying? Each weapon has a rarity...
No, you're lying. That doesn't exist.
Again, you have to refine the weapons...
That's the lie!
It's the truth! Just check the help screen!
My help screen doesn't say anything like that!
Everyone, please sto—
You lying hypocrites.
Say what?
What?
Says the show-off who's trying to act all cool.
Draw your sword.
What sword? I'm the Spear Hero!
This ain't it.
Enough!
And I'm the Bow...
You guys...
Give it a rest!
...are a lost cause!
I'm so sorry.
I couldn't stand him insulting you.
I see. Things didn't go much better on my end.
Oh yeah, where's Filo?
She's sleeping in Melty-chan's room tonight.
Those two really are close.
I know, right?
"Close," huh?
Yeah, I don't see a weapon copy system.
But they didn't seem to be lying.
If those upgrading methods they talked about
First Heal >> Raphtalia
Healing Potion x 10
Food Supplement x 5
were unique to their legendary weapons...
I guess I'll believe in them a little.
First Heal >> Raphtalia
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
Skill Tree
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
Equipment Bonus
Weapon Copy
It's real!
Where are the other heroes?
They left earlier.
I wanted to tell them about what I found last night.
I can always do it later.
The ship you're taking is docked in a harbor quite a ways away.
You should hurry too, Iwatani-sama.
Let's get going, then.
Right.
'Kay.
I wish you luck.
Thanks.
Naofumi...
You'd better work hard and level up.
You wanted to go with them, didn't you?
No.
I have my own job to do.
Heya, kid.
That trial felt pretty good, eh?
Wait, what are you doing?
First Heal >> Raphtalia
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Copied [Shadowsteel Shield]
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Copied [Shadowsteel Shield]
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Copied [Shadowsteel Shield]
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Copied [Shadowsteel Shield]
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Copied [Shadowsteel Shield]
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
{=11}Healing Potion x 10
{=10}Food Supplement x 5
Weapon Copy skill unlocked
Copied [Shadowsteel Shield]
Weapon Copy
Copied [Shadowsteel Shield]
Skill Tree
Equipment Bonus
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
Rarity:
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
{=13}Skill Tree
{=14}Equipment Bonus
{=15}Weapon Copy
Shadowsteel Shield
It worked.
"It worked," my ass!
You're gonna run me out of business with that!
How did you do that?
You're amazing, Master!
He's not! That's just a crime!
Sorry about this, boss.
Don't! Stop! That one's expensive!
That one's really rare!
Hey, that shield...
Use this, too.
Got you one.
Whatever! Do what you want!
Happy now?
Yeah. I'll pay you back for this, I promise.
Sheesh... I'll put it on your tab.
Go make a killing in Cal Mira.
Got it.
Defence Lv.1 - P.DEF +1 / M.DEF +1
{=16}Thermal energy reset
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
Skill Tree
Equipment Bonus
Soul Eater Shield
ATK
MAG
P.DEF
M.DEF
DEX
Proficiency
Fire
Lightning
Fire
Lightning
Water
Ice
Light
Ice
Light
Unlock Conditions
Wind
Dark
Wind
Dark
Skill [Second Shield]
Earth
Soul Eater Shield Activated
Soul Eater Magic Eye x 1
Soul Eater Sword x 1
Item Enchant
Soul Resistance
Split Enchant
SP Increase
Soul Eating
Status Enchant
Countering Expertise
Magic Resistance 50
SP Regeneration [Small]
Magic 30
{=16}Thermal energy reset
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=16}Thermal energy reset
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=16}Thermal energy reset
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=16}Thermal energy reset
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=16}Thermal energy reset
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
Skill [Second Shield]
{=17}6000 thermal energy obtained
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
Soul Eating
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
SP Regeneration [Small]
Item Enchant
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
Drain Null
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
Soul Resistance [Average]
Wall Escape
Split Enchant
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
Undead Control
Status Enchant
Psychic Attack resistance [Average]
Countering Expertise
Magic Resistance 50
SP Increase
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
Magic 30
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=18}Granted energy >> Soul Eater Shield
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=20}Increased Rarity >> Soul Eater Shield [Awakened]
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=20}Increased Rarity >> Soul Eater Shield [Awakened]
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=20}Increased Rarity >> Soul Eater Shield [Awakened]
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=20}Increased Rarity >> Soul Eater Shield [Awakened]
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=20}Increased Rarity >> Soul Eater Shield [Awakened]
{=19}Soul Eater Shield: Awakening successful
{=20}Increased Rarity >> Soul Eater Shield [Awakened]
Soul Eater Shield [Awakened] >> Rarity R → SR
All right.
That should do it.
Naofumi-sama...
Can we take a little detour?
Welcome home,
Rifana-chan.
So this is Raphtalia's village.
Did you guys bury her?
Yes.
Everyone in the village helped.
Raphtalia-chan...
Let's make sure the village goes back to how it used to be.
Yeah.
Just like those two,
there must be many more survivors scattered throughout the land.
I wish there was something I could do to help them.
"Something I could do to help," huh?
Hey!
Do you live here?
Nah, just passing through.
I see.
But man, this is an awful sight.
Nothing but rubble as far as the eye can see...
I bet your place got wrecked too, lad.
What's wrong, lad?
Uh, I'll have you know I'm twenty.
Oh, my bad.
I end up talking that way to people who look younger than me.
Don't let it bother you.
L'Arc, we should go.
Got it.
We have to win.
Yes.
See ya!
Are you good to go?
I am.
I got to tell Dad, Mom, and Rifana that I was on my way.
That so?
What's wrong?
Naofumi-sama...
You won't leave me, right?
I...
I can't imagine a world without you.
Master, are you going somewhere?
Don't worry.
I'm not going anywhere.
Really?
Yeah.
I can't leave this world in the hands of the Three Cardinal Stooges.
Right?
Yeah.
I can't leave until these two find happiness.
Naofumi-sama?
What's wrong?
It's nothing.
What were you thinking just now, Master?
Drop it.
Let's go.
Why won't you tell us?
Give it a rest, Filo.
Boo! At least I'm not a nag like you!
Wha...
When did I ever nag anyone?!
Hmph! Ask yourself!
Quit messing around, Filo.
You're bothering Naofumi-sama.
I am not!
You are, too!
You bother him all the time, too!
Is that the ship we're taking?
Only so many ships can depart in a day.
They're such idiots.
Let's go, Naofumi-sama.
Yeah.
kayoi nareta itsumo no michi
On this road that I got used to traveling
misugoshisou na hana ga yurete
An inconspicuous flower flutters in the wind
atarimae to omoikomi dore dake taisetsu na
While I took everything for granted
mono ni kizukazu ni itan darou
I wonder how many things passed me by
itsuka awa no you ni atashi mo anata mo
I wonder when you and I
kirei ni kiete nakunaru no
will disappear like bubbles, without leaving a trace.
semete sono hi made wagamama wo kiite
At least until that day, please listen to my words
demo ienai ya iesou ni nai ya
Even though I can't bring myself to say them
atashi ga tonari ni iru uchi ni ai wo motto
Whenever you're beside me
atashi ni kudasai
please love me more
yokubari de gomen nasai
Forgive me for being so selfish
anata no ai ni oboretai
but I want to drown in your love
atashi ga tonari ni iru uchi ni ai wo motto
Whenever I'm beside you
atashi ni kudasai
please love me more
afureru you na omoi de anata wo tsutsumikomitai no
I want to wrap you up with my overflowing feelings
We're terribly sorry!
We prepared a private room for you,
but the other heroes arrived early and took over all the cabins.
Revenge for being made to wait, huh?
Not a good sign for the future.
You'll be sharing this room, but we really hope you'll make do.
Sure.
Come in.
Ack!
Oh! Hello, lad!
We meet again!
Cal Mira Archipelago