Come on! This way!
Don't stop moving! Quickly!
You'll be held here until we turn you over to Kyo-dono.
Naofumi-sama...
You're angry right now, aren't you?
But I won't die before I see you again!
My power...
You're wasting your time.
The more you use your power here, the more it gets sucked away.
And you can't force open the door with that tiny body.
L'Arc-san, Therese-san... Glass-san!
How do you know our names?
That face, the color of your hair...
Are you...
Are you Raphtalia-san?
The Rising of the Shield Hero
Episode 10 Katana Hero
Raphtalia... Is that you, Raphtally-chan?
How did you reach this world?
And why are you so small?
What's wrong?
You're Naofumi-sama's...
No, all of our enemies!
Yeah. Yeah, that's right.
But I think we're still under a truce...
Until we avenge Ost-san and stop Kyo.
And for that to happen, we need to get out of here as fast as we can.
So, won't you help me once more?
That tough attitude...
You're small, but you're definitely Raphtally-chan!
Of course. We feel the same.
We want to take back the Spirit Tortoise's power and return it to your world.
But...
But?
We made it home, but I guess the whole thing was Kyo's trap.
And now we're in this mess.
I see.
You were sent here, just like we were sent to the Infinite Labyrinth.
The Infinite Labyrinth?
That's where you guys ended up?
That's a temporal prison you can never escape from!
Quiet! Pipe down in there!
We should start by going over what we know, it seems.
I can't believe it...
Kizuna... Kizuna was trapped in the Infinite Labyrinth?
I never even thought...
I should've checked that, too!
But she's out now, and that's what matters, right?
And Kizuna and your party left you to head to Sikul.
It must've been hard for Naofumi-san.
Yes.
He may never forgive me.
That's not...
I thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for saving Kizuna.
This time, we'll...
bring you back to Naofumi.
Glass-san...
Like I said, this place is called the Prison of Exhaustion.
It has a magic that constantly drains and exhausts those inside.
And the guards' power is enhanced with special talismans.
It's a rough place to be stuck in.
Spirits have their very life drained.
That's why they let you keep your weapons, then.
Yeah, that's part of it.
But also, you can't take a vassal weapon from its wielder.
Just like the Cardinal Weapons?
Glass got excited when she heard about Kizuna.
That just made the exhaustion worse.
We need to get out of here, fast.
Our abilities are weakened, but we can still use them, right?
Yes...
I may be able to do something.
Escapees!
Your illusion magic is incredible!
No... it's all I can do at this level...
They're gone?
What?
Where were you hiding?
Answer me! Hey!
What?
Compared to Glass-san's abilities, it's nothing!
My talisman...
Don't worry. Her stuff's on a whole other level.
What do you think I am?
What do we do now?
We head to Sikul, of course.
We need to meet up with Kizuna and the others.
No objections here.
Naofumi-sama, I'm coming back.
I'm coming back to be with you.
Kizuna's group headed to Sikul using Return Dragon Vein, right?
It'd be the fastest thing for us, too.
But we'd have to get to Raybul's dragon hourglass.
We don't know what kind of trap Kyo's set.
Let's try and get your level as high as we can on the way.
And this time, we're with you.
We'll all head to Sikul together.
I'm starving, too.
But they took all our stuff at the prison. I'm broke.
And people will get suspicious if we wear these cloaks all the time.
Oh, fine.
Where were you hiding those?
Here you go, Raphtally-chan.
Th-Thank you.
Sorry. You would've rather had some food, right?
I'm not that hungry!
You look pretty hungry to me!
They say that demihumans in her world change shape as they gain levels.
But I guess they need food, too.
I'll have to sell these, too.
You have more?
You seem a little bigger than before, Raphtalia.
My joints kind of hurt, actually.
Growing pains?
I can tailor your kimono, but we'll need a new weapon for you.
Oh, fine!
It's for Raphtalia-san, after all!
Sorry...
Sheesh. It's dangerous out there.
They're looking for us, though.
You're very good at that.
Since we've fought each other, it's kind of embarrassing to have you see me doing this.
Kizuna-san's haori...
She said you gave it to her.
Did you tailor it for her?
Yes...
She seemed to really like it.
I see.
I hope you see her soon.
And, um, you too...
I hope you see your lad soon, too, Raphtally-chan.
Yeah!
That's the dragon hourglass.
Something's up.
They're deciding who will wield the Katana Vassal Weapon.
There's a candidate for it!
At last!
Katana Vassal Weapon?
Seriously?
That's something else to worry about, huh, L'Arc?
A vassal weapon wielder, like myself or L'Arc, is about to be born in this country.
The presence of a hero is capable of tilting the military balance between nations.
Why would that be a problem for L'Arc?
Let's go check it out!
As a fellow vassal weapon wielder, I've got to take a look at him, at least.
We will now choose the holder of the Katana Vassal Weapon!
Many adventurers have tried to draw the vassal weapon.
But none have succeeded!
But the vassal weapon will heed the call of its rightful bearer!
It's kind of like a big party.
That's what it is, actually.
Raybul has held the Katana Vassal Weapon for ages.
It's not just important militarily,
it's a symbol of their faith.
And this is a chance to own it. That is, to be a hero.
Holding it grants you wealth, fame, and power.
But it's not easy.
The Vassal Weapon itself chooses its holder.
And now there's a candidate for it?
Now, candidate, come forward!
If you truly desire the katana, draw it!
That's...
It's Kazuki-sama!
He'll be the one to wield it?
It's no good. She's not here.
She may have run into a house.
We'll search them all!
Why am I...
This is...
My slave crest!
Grab her! She stole my katana!
No, it's not yours.
Don't move!
I can't get rid of it!
Right?
Once you own a vassal weapon, you can't get rid of it.
That's not important now!
We should withdraw.
Here.
Raphtalia-san!
Lass? That idiot...
Why did it disappear?
My body... why?
There she is!
Naofumi-sama... Filo...
Just once... Just once more... I want to see Naofumi-sama again.
He may be mad.
He may not pat me on the head anymore.
This way!
Head around to the back! Hurry!
But still...
But still... I want to see you again, and apologize!
And if you'll let me,
I'll be your sword again.
No! That's not it!
You can get mad at me if you want. You don't need to forgive me.
But I'll never leave you again!
And this time, I want to stand by your side,
not just be your sword!
Who's there?
The Hero of the Katana Vassal Weapon?
This way.
Um...
My clan has served the Hero of the Katana Vassal Weapon for generations.
I'm not a hero...
No, you are!
The vassal weapon chose you. That's proof.
You look wonderful, Dame Hero!
This way!
Surround the shrine!
It doesn't hurt anymore.
And I feel strong, too.
Thank you for this clothing.
Think nothing of it!
Goodbye.
Those clothes...
She's the Hero of the Katana Vassal Weapon!
Move.
You think you're a Hero already, huh?
Wait, you look taller!
I don't want to shed meaningless blood.
Will you leave?
Don't tell me what to do, thief!
That belongs to me!
I was supposed to be its wielder!
Give it back now, and I'll let you die a painless death.
I apologize for my lack of strength.
But if you don't get out of my way, I can't guarantee your safety.
Is that your way of saying you might "accidentally" kill me, bitch?
Powder Snow.
My magic...
You demi-humans are so weak.
All that talk, and you can't even hurt me?
These are copies of Byakko, one of the Four Holy Beasts.
Four Holy Beasts? Guardians, like the Spirit Tortoise?
That doesn't matter!
What matters is that they're my servants in combat,
the product of many long hours of research!
So you're going to do the same thing Kyo does?
Don't you dare say that asshole's name!
Fine, then. You're Byakko's dinner tonight.
I'm sorry.
The Byakko copies...
Impossible...
The true Guardian Beast we fought was much stronger than them.
There's still time to reconsider.
Please, just leave.
I can't do that, fool!
Instant Blade: Mist.
Don't move, please.
If you do, you'll end up like those poor tigers.
Kazuki-sama!
You two! Kill her!
And take back my vassal weapon!
No, Kazuki-sama! You must not move!
You want Kyo's favor that badly?
No! I'm going to put one over on him,
and I need the vassal weapon to do it!
When you see Kyo, tell him...
That the Shield Hero is coming to take revenge for Ost-san.
The Shield Hero?
Wait, are you the demi-human kid who was with him?
Hey, wait!
Please!
That really belongs to me!
It must've been a mistake that you ended up with it!
Hey, are you listening?
Wait! Wait!
I used a little too much power, I guess.
My body won't...
It seems this is the end.
Naofumi-sama...
I did my best, didn't I?
Air Strike Shield!
Spiral Strike!
It still feels weak!
Hunting Skill: Blood Flower Strike!
Okay, that's done!
Kizuna-san!
Raphtalia-san!
Onee-chan!
Rishia-san! Filo!
Naofumi-sama...
Naofumi-sama, I...
Naofumi-sama. Everyone.
Thank you for saving me.
Raphtalia-san, the crest on your chest...
Yes. It disappeared.
Raphtalia, you're... you're free now.
So...
Naofumi-sama, I've returned.
Yeah. Welcome back.
Kizuna