Tate no Yūsha no Nariagari Season 4 (The Rising of the Shield Hero) continues Naofumi Iwatani’s journey as he prepares to confront the legendary Phoenix and protect his companions from political and supernatural threats. After the heroes of the Lance, Sword, and Bow unite, Naofumi travels to the nation of Q’ten Lo, where Raphtalia—now revealed as royal descendant and inadvertent priestess—becomes the target of assassination attempts by local factions. The looming Phoenix Awakening adds urgency, forcing the group into a high-stakes race between diplomacy and battle. Season 4, produced again by Kinema Citrus, began airing on July 9, 2025 with returning director Hitoshi Haga and the full main cast
Balancing political intrigue, ensemble growth, and epic fantasy action, this installment deepens the bonds forged in earlier seasons while escalating the threat to all worlds