This summer, we’ll see the return of “The Rising of the Shield Hero” with new episodes! The number of episodes for Season 4 of this popular Isekai anime has been confirmed. After the huge success of its initial season and subsequent confirmations for two more, it’s no surprise that another season was on the horizon following a cliffhanger at the end of the third season. So, get ready to dive back into the world of “The Rising of the Shield Hero”!
In July of Summer 2025, “The Shield Hero” will return to our screens for its fourth anime season. The official website for the series has announced that this new season will consist of only 12 episodes, as indicated by recent Blu-ray and DVD listings in Japan. This episode count aligns with the number seen in Season 3, hinting at a departure from the extended season orders typical of Seasons 1 and 2 for “The Shield Hero.
What to Know for The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4
In July, during the Summer 2025 anime lineup, “The Rising of the Shield Hero” is set to return for its fourth season. However, an exact release date hasn’t been confirmed yet. What we do know is that Crunchyroll will broadcast the new episodes internationally (excluding Japan), where you can already watch the first three seasons. Moreover, Hitoshi Haga, who directed the anime’s third season, will be back to direct Season 4 with Kinema Citrus.
In the upcoming Season 4 of The Rising of the Shield Hero, Keigo Koyonagi will return to pen the show’s scripts, while Franziska van Wulfen, Sana Komatsu, and Masahiro Suwa are set to design the characters. Takanori Yamamoto will assist as director, and Kevin Penkin will compose the music again. The original voice cast from Seasons 1-3 will reprise their roles, and Takeo Otsuka will join the new season as Werner, with Jiro Saito stepping in as Jaralis.
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For “The Rising of the Shield Hero” Season 4, the new opening and ending themes have been revealed! MADKID will perform the opening theme titled “Resolution,” while Chiai Fujikawa will handle the ending theme, called “Eien ni Ikkai no.” However, the upcoming season promises high-stakes drama as the show concluded Season 3 with a hint about Raphtalia’s future. Now, due to wearing a special outfit, she has unwittingly placed a significant mark on her back, drawing potential danger towards her.
2025’s Anime Expo is where I, an ardent fan, am eagerly looking forward to witnessing the unveiling of Season 4 of “The Rising of the Shield Hero”! Notably, Kaito Ishikawa, the voice behind Naofumi Iwatani, and producer Ten Kimura will be gracing the event. As we inch closer to the new episodes, why not brush up on the first three seasons that are currently streaming on Crunchyroll? Prepare yourself for the thrilling journey ahead!
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2025-06-14 19:11