The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 5 Officially Announced!

The Rising of the Shield Hero is officially coming back for Season 5. The new season was announced right after Season 4’s finale, with a teaser visual and confirmation that the story will continue from where things left off.

While a release window hasn’t been shared yet, the quick follow-up after Season 4 points to a steady momentum for the anime. Also, fans can expect Kinema Citrus to return with the same cast, music, and tone that defined the last two seasons.

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What Happened In Season 4 Of The Rising of the Shield Hero?

Season 4 moved beyond small-scale village quests and pushed Naofumi into high-stakes battles and diplomacy. Naofumi’s shield upgrades and support builds took the focus in longer, tactical fights. We also witnessed Raphtalia’s growth becoming a steady emotional anchor. On the other hand, Filo’s role balanced mobility, rescue, and pure damage when it counted.

And the cherry on top was that the season also widened the world. Rival nations, hero politics, and hints of larger divine systems shaped the plot. Old allies returned with sharper roles, and side characters got meaningful upgrades instead of cameos. In the end, Season 4 set clear stakes for Naofumi’s next moves, teased unresolved threats, and left just enough on the table for Season 5 to pick up at full speed.

Fan Reactions And Expectations

Fans are excited and cautious in equal measure. A fan even said, "this will be the best arc in isekai." There’s a clear appetite for Season 5 for more focused arcs, fewer detours, and boss fights that test Naofumi’s support-heavy toolkit in creative ways. Viewers also want Raphtalia to keep getting standout moments and for Filo to have a defined, high-impact arc rather than comic relief beats between battles.

Expectations for the story are simple. With the world now bigger and the politics messier, fans want Season 5 to feel like a true escalation. The release date is not official yet; however, we will keep you updated as soon as any information regarding the new season 5 of The Rising of the Shield Hero drops.

Release Year	MAL Rating	Animation Studio	Genre	Watch On
January 2019	7.93	Kimera Citrus	Action, Fantasy	Crunchyroll

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