Romaji: Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
Japanese: 勇者刑に処す　懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録
English: Sentenced to Be a Hero
Action Comedy Drama Fantasy

Statistics

Score:  82% (3377)
Popularity:  57690
Rank:  913

Trailer

Information

Type:  TV
Episodes:  12
Duration:  N/A min
Broadcast:  3/1/2026 to 26/3/2026
Status:  Releasing
Source:  Light Novel
Studios: Studio KAI, KADOKAWA, VIC GAME STUDIOS, Sammy, Kansai TV
Season:  Winter

Synopsis

In a world where heroism is a punishment, Xylo Forbartz, a condemned goddess killer, battles endless hordes of monstrous abominations as part of Penal Hero Unit 9004. Death is no escape, only a cycle of resurrection and relentless combat. But when Xylo encounters a mysterious new goddess, their unlikely alliance sparks a rebellion that could shatter the chains of eternal punishment. (Source: Crunchyroll) Notes: - The first episode aired with a runtime of ~58 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode. - Initially scheduled to air in October, 2025