The Rising of the Shield Hero Filler List
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Naofumi Iwatani is summoned as the Shield Hero but is framed for a crime and betrayed by his party. He rebuilds from nothing with a slave companion to become a true hero.
Studio
Kinema Citrus
Premiered
Winter 2019
Status
Ongoing
Filler %
4%
Episode distribution (51 total)
47 Canon2 Mixed2 Filler
Filler Episodes — Quick Reference
Ep 26
Ep 38
The Rising of the Shield Hero filler episodes: 26, 38
These ranges represent episodes classified as anime-only filler. Mixed episodes may contain some canon content.
Voice Cast
Main Characters
View all 6 →Episode List (51 Episodes)
| # | Title | Type | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Shield Hero | Canon | Jan 9, 2019 | 4.4 |
| 2 | The Slave Girl | Canon | Jan 16, 2019 | 4.6 |
| 3 | Wave of Catastrophe | Canon | Jan 23, 2019 | 4.5 |
| 4 | Lullaby at Dawn | Canon | Jan 30, 2019 | 4.6 |
| 5 | Filo | Canon | Feb 6, 2019 | 4.3 |
| 6 | A New Comrade | Canon | Feb 13, 2019 | 4.4 |
| 7 | The Savior of the Heavenly Fowl | Canon | Feb 20, 2019 | 4.0 |
| 8 | Curse Shield | Canon | Feb 27, 2019 | 4.1 |
| 9 | Melty | Canon | Mar 6, 2019 | 4.3 |
| 10 | In the Midst of Turmoil | Canon | Mar 13, 2019 | 4.4 |
| 11 | Catastrophe Returns | Canon | Mar 20, 2019 | 4.5 |
| 12 | The Raven Invader | Canon | Mar 27, 2019 | 4.5 |
| 13 | The Devil of the Shield | Canon | Apr 3, 2019 | 4.3 |
| 14 | Everlasting Memory | Canon | Apr 10, 2019 | 4.3 |
| 15 | Raphtalia | Canon | Apr 17, 2019 | 4.2 |
| 16 | Filolial Queen | Canon | Apr 24, 2019 | 4.2 |
| 17 | A Promise Made | Canon | May 1, 2019 | 4.1 |
| 18 | A Conspiracy Linked | Canon | May 8, 2019 | 4.2 |
| 19 | The Four Cardinal Heroes | Canon | May 15, 2019 | 3.9 |
| 20 | Battle of Good and Evil | Canon | May 22, 2019 | 4.2 |
| 21 | Naofumi's Triumphant Return | Canon | May 29, 2019 | 4.5 |
| 22 | Four Heroes Council | Canon | Jun 5, 2019 | 4.2 |
| 23 | Cal Mira Archipelago | Canon | Jun 12, 2019 | 4.3 |
| 24 | Guardians of Another World | Canon | Jun 19, 2019 | 4.3 |
| 25 | The Rising of the Shield Hero | Canon | Jun 26, 2019 | 4.3 |
| 26 | Episode 26 | Filler | Unknown | — |
| 27 | Episode 27 | Mixed | Unknown | — |
| 28 | Episode 28 | Canon | Unknown | — |
| 29 | Episode 29 | Canon | Unknown | — |
| 30 | Episode 30 | Canon | Unknown | — |
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⚠️ Episode classifications are collated from multiple publicly available data sources and may contain inaccuracies.
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Rising of the Shield Hero
How many filler episodes does Shield Hero have?
The Rising of the Shield Hero has approximately 2 filler episodes across its 51-episode run (Seasons 1–3). The series adapts the light novel by Aneko Yusagi relatively faithfully.
Is there a Shield Hero Season 4?
As of mid-2026, Season 4 of The Rising of the Shield Hero has not been officially confirmed, though the light novel continues with more story content.
Why was Naofumi framed at the start?
Naofumi is falsely accused of sexual assault by Myne/Malty in Episode 1, which sets up the series' theme of a betrayed hero who must rebuild trust and power without support from the kingdom that summoned him.
Who is Raphtalia in Shield Hero?
Raphtalia is a tanuki demi-human girl whom Naofumi purchases as a slave at the start of Season 1. Despite their initial power dynamic, she becomes his most loyal companion. Her growth from traumatized slave to capable warrior is a central arc.
What are Waves of Calamity in Shield Hero?
Waves of Calamity are periodic invasions of monsters from other dimensions that threaten the world. The four Cardinal Heroes — including the Shield Hero — were summoned to defend against the Waves.
Is Filo a bird or human?
Filo is a Filolial — a large magical bird creature — who can transform into a human girl. She is hatched from an egg Naofumi purchases and becomes one of his key companions, with extraordinary physical strength and speed.
Does Naofumi forgive Malty?
Naofumi is given the chance to punish Malty after the truth comes out. The king initially renames her "Bitch" as punishment. Naofumi's eventual stance on forgiveness and justice is a recurring character theme through the series.