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How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 released on July 4, 2021.

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S01E01 Aired July 04, 2021

First Begin with a Hero

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.

S01E02 Aired July 11, 2021

If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It

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.

S01E03 Aired July 18, 2021

Let Not Me Be a Loyal Minister

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.

S01E04 Aired July 25, 2021

The Forefinger Twitches

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 readily-available but unconventional ingredients during the food shortage.

S01E05 Aired August 01, 2021

Well Fed, Well Regarded

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.

S01E06 Aired August 08, 2021

The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an Advantage

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.

S01E07 Aired August 15, 2021

Thus Saith the Elder

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...

S01E08 Aired August 22, 2021

The Forest in Labour

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...

S01E09 Aired August 29, 2021

Contrary to Wishes

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...

S01E10 Aired September 05, 2021

No Place of Joy Hath a Soldier

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 the same time, the principality of Amidonia launches its offensive to the southwest to capture the city of Altomura. For Souma, it is both his own survival and that of the kingdom of Elfrieden that is at stake in this war.

S01E11 Aired September 12, 2021

Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach Tree

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 their might the Army assaults on the Duchy of Carmine. What will be the outcome of the civil war that is ravaging the kingdom of Elfrieden?

S01E12 Aired September 19, 2021

When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet Free

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 Amidonia to force Gaius to relinquish the city of Altomura. The final battle between Amidonia and Elfrieden will be fought in Van, the capital of the principality of Amidonia!

S01E13 Aired September 26, 2021

To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme Excellence

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...

S01E14 Aired January 09, 2022

Amidonia in a Lion's Skin

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.

S01E15 Aired January 16, 2022

Becoming Good Friends Who Never Offend

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.

S01E16 Aired January 23, 2022

Tyranny Is More Terrible than Tigers

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.

S01E17 Aired January 30, 2022

A Warrior Will Die for One Who Understands Him

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.

S01E18 Aired February 06, 2022

Seeing Snake Shadows in Every Cup

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 felt by those in authority. It was not something he could bear alone.

S01E19 Aired February 13, 2022

Strike While the Iron Is Hot

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.

S01E20 Aired February 20, 2022

Aping the Frown of Beauty

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.

S01E21 Aired February 27, 2022

Using Shrimp As Bait to Catch Sea Bream, but Instead Catching a Shark

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.

S01E22 Aired March 06, 2022

A Man without Learning Is Unwise; a Man without Wisdom Is a Fool

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.

S01E23 Aired March 13, 2022

Gargling and Hand Washing Are the Basis of Disease Prevention

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.

S01E24 Aired March 20, 2022

Away from My Hometown for So Many Years

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.

S01E25 Aired March 27, 2022

Know Your Enemy and Know Yourself, and Your Union Shall Not Be Endangered

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.

S01E26 Aired April 03, 2022

Ahead, I See No Ancestors; Behind, I Find No Followers

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.