How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom

  • Premiered: Jul 2021
  • Episodes: 26
  • Followers: 34
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Season 1
1x1
First Begin with a Hero
Episode overview
Air date
Jul 04, 2021
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.
1x2
If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It
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Air date
Jul 11, 2021
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.
1x3
Let Not Me Be a Loyal Minister
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Jul 18, 2021
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.
1x4
The Forefinger Twitches
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Air date
Jul 25, 2021
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 .. show full overview
1x5
Well Fed, Well Regarded
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Aug 01, 2021
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.
1x6
The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an Advantage
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Aug 08, 2021
At Café Sereia, Souma overhears two people arguing over whether or not to side with the new King. Hakuya analyzes the political situation in the neighboring lands with the King. Souma and Liscia discuss the nature of their engagement.
1x7
Thus Saith the Elder
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Aug 15, 2021
A doll controlled by Souma joins a group of adventurers and has to face a strong monster. Meanwhile, Souma plans to found a new port city. However, the villagers around the new town warn him of a dangerous sea god...
1x8
The Forest in Labour
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Aug 22, 2021
While Souma's road construction project is progressing well, a disaster strikes in the Dark Elf village. The young king rushes to help, but not everyone can be saved...
1x9
Contrary to Wishes
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Aug 29, 2021
While the Principality of Amidonia prepares for the invasion of Elfrieden, Souma has completely different worries. We finally have a discussion with the three dukes...
1x10
No Place of Joy Hath a Soldier
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Sep 05, 2021
Following his interview with the three Dukes, Souma managed to rally the Duchess of Walter to his cause, but the Dukes of Carmine and Vargas chose to declare war on their new king. At .. show full overview
1x11
Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach Tree
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Sep 12, 2021
As the battle for the City of the Red Dragons rages on, the time has come for the confrontation between Souma and Castor Vargas. Meanwhile, Halbert, Kaede, and Ludwin resist with all .. show full overview
1x12
When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet Free
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Air date
Sep 19, 2021
After defeating the Dukes of Carmine and Vargas, Souma finally came to terms with Elfrieden’s civil war. It was then that, against all odds, he declared war on the principality of .. show full overview
1x13 Midseason finale
To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme Excellence
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Sep 26, 2021
While the situation in Van has eased and the citizens are enjoying their newfound freedom, the Grand Chaos Imperium is sending the Empress's younger sister to negotiate with Souma...
1x14
Amidonia in a Lion's Skin
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Jan 09, 2022
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.
1x15
Becoming Good Friends Who Never Offend
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Jan 16, 2022
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.
1x16
Tyranny Is More Terrible than Tigers
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Jan 23, 2022
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.
1x17
A Warrior Will Die for One Who Understands Him
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Jan 30, 2022
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.
1x18
Seeing Snake Shadows in Every Cup
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Feb 06, 2022
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 .. show full overview
1x19
Strike While the Iron Is Hot
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Feb 13, 2022
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.
1x20
Aping the Frown of Beauty
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Feb 20, 2022
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.
1x21
Using Shrimp As Bait to Catch Sea Bream, but Instead Catching a Shark
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Air date
Feb 27, 2022
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.
1x22
A Man without Learning Is Unwise; a Man without Wisdom Is a Fool
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Air date
Mar 06, 2022
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.
1x23
Gargling and Hand Washing Are the Basis of Disease Prevention
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Mar 13, 2022
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.
1x24
Away from My Hometown for So Many Years
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Air date
Mar 20, 2022
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.
1x25
Know Your Enemy and Know Yourself, and Your Union Shall Not Be Endangered
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Air date
Mar 27, 2022
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.
1x26
Ahead, I See No Ancestors; Behind, I Find No Followers
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Air date
Apr 03, 2022
On the last night of the year, Souma is called by the previous king, Albert, to speak with him and Queen Elisha. Albert reveals a stunning truth. Once Souma knows "everything," he is left with much in his heart to consider.

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