Sentenced to Be a Hero
Hero Punishment
Yuusha-kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
Genres
- Action
- Adventure
- Fantasy
Tags
all 12- Main CastAnti-Hero92
- TimeMedieval88
- Main CastMale Protagonist84
- TraitsDemons83
- OtherGore81
- TraitsGods80
- OrganisationsMilitary74
- OtherCrime70
- ActionSwordplay52
- ScenePrison37
- TraitsTsundere36
- TechnicalCGI33
Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy. Tags: Anti-Hero, Medieval, Male Protagonist, Demons, Gore, Gods, Military, Crime, Swordplay, Prison, Tsundere, CGI.
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Episode Progress
Complete12 / 12 episodes aired
All 12 episodes available on Bilibili TV, Crunchyroll, iQ, YouTube
- Premiered
- Winter 2026
- Aired
- Jan 3, 2026 – Mar 26, 2026
- Duration
- 25 min
- Time to Complete
- 5h 22m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Studio KAI
Alternative Titles
ja勇者刑に処す 懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録
en-x-romajiYuusha-kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
enSentenced to Hero Punishment: The Service Records of the 9004th Penitent Hero Corps
enSentenced to Be a Hero: The Prison Records of Penal Hero Unit 9004
enHero Punishment
enSentenced to Brave Punishment
enPunishment for Brave Hero: 9004 Corps Prison Record
thผู้กล้าโทษประหาร : บันทึกการรับโทษของหน่วยผู้กล้าต้องโทษ 9004
ja-LatnYuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
ja勇者刑に処す 懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録
ko용사형에 처함
Synopsis
"Hero" is the worst punishment in the world. Those convicted of heinous crimes are sentenced to become "Heroes" and forced to enter the mandatory military service in the war against the Demon Lords. These convicts are not even allowed to die—if killed, they will be resurrected to fight another day. Hero Xylo Forbartz, former head of the Order of the Holy Knights, leads a penal unit of deplorables fighting on the front lines. It is in these direst of circumstances that he meets Teoritta, one of the world's strongest weapons. "When every last enemy has been defeated, you are to shower me with praise and pat my head." In order to survive and to take revenge on those who wronged him, he makes a pact with the goddess and launches headfirst into a maelstrom of war and intrigue. (Source: Official site, edited)
Synopsis
"Hero" is the worst punishment in the world. Those convicted of heinous crimes are sentenced to become "Heroes" and forced to enter the mandatory military service in the war against the Demon Lords. These convicts are not even allowed to die—if killed, they will be resurrected to fight another day.
Hero Xylo Forbartz, former head of the Order of the Holy Knights, leads a penal unit of deplorables
"Hero" is the worst punishment in the world. Those convicted of heinous crimes are sentenced to become "Heroes" and forced to enter the mandatory military service in the war against the Demon Lords. These convicts are not even allowed to die—if killed, they will be resurrected to fight another day.
Hero Xylo Forbartz, former head of the Order of the Holy Knights, leads a penal unit of deplorables fighting on the front lines. It is in these direst of circumstances that he meets Teoritta, one of the world's strongest weapons. "When every last enemy has been defeated, you are to shower me with praise and pat my head." In order to survive and to take revenge on those who wronged him, he makes a pact with the goddess and launches headfirst into a maelstrom of war and intrigue.
(Source: Official site, edited)
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"Hero" is the worst punishment in the world. Those convicted of heinous crimes are sentenced to become "Heroes" and forced to enter the mandatory military service in the war against the Demon Lords. These convicts are not even allowed to die—if killed, they will be resurrected to fight another day. Hero Xylo Forbartz, former head of the Order of the Holy Knights, leads a penal unit of deplorables
"Hero" is the worst punishment in the world. Those convicted of heinous crimes are sentenced to become "Heroes" and forced to enter the mandatory military service in the war against the Demon Lords. These convicts are not even allowed to die—if killed, they will be resurrected to fight another day. Hero Xylo Forbartz, former head of the Order of the Holy Knights, leads a penal unit of deplorables fighting on the front lines. It is in these direst of circumstances that he meets Teoritta, one of the world's strongest weapons. "When every last enemy has been defeated, you are to shower me with praise and pat my head." In order to survive and to take revenge on those who wronged him, he makes a pact with the goddess and launches headfirst into a maelstrom of war and intrigue. (Source: Official site, edited)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are there in Sentenced to Be a Hero?
Sentenced to Be a Hero consists of 12 episodes in total. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 25 minutes.
Is the anime Sentenced to Be a Hero finished?
Yes, Sentenced to Be a Hero is a finished series. It originally aired during the winter 2026 season.
Where can I watch Sentenced to Be a Hero online?
You can stream the series on Crunchyroll.
What is the premise of Sentenced to Be a Hero?
In this fantasy action series, becoming a 'Hero' is the ultimate punishment for heinous criminals, forcing them into mandatory military service against Demon Lords. The story follows Xylo Forbartz as he leads a unit of these convicts who are denied the right to die, as they are constantly resurrected to keep fighting.
Who directed Sentenced to Be a Hero?
The series was directed by Takashima, Hiroyuki and produced by Studio KAI.
What should I watch if I liked Sentenced to Be a Hero?
If you enjoyed this series, fans also recommend titles like 86 Eighty-Six, Hell's Paradise, and The Rising of the Shield Hero. Other popular recommendations include Clevatess and Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation.
Are there other versions of Sentenced to Be a Hero?
Yes, there is an alternative version titled Sentenced to Be a Hero: The Prison Records of Penal Hero Unit 9004. This is currently the only other related title in the franchise.
Who are the main characters in Sentenced to Be a Hero?
The story centers on a group of penal unit members including Forbartz, Xylo, Teoritta, Senridge, Norgalle, Tsav, and Kivia, Patausche.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Premiered
- Winter 2026
- Aired
- Jan 3, 2026 – Mar 26, 2026
- Episodes
- 12 / 12
- Duration
- 25 min
- Time to Complete
- 5h 22m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Studio KAI
Alternative Titles
ja勇者刑に処す 懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録
en-x-romajiYuusha-kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
enSentenced to Hero Punishment: The Service Records of the 9004th Penitent Hero Corps
enSentenced to Be a Hero: The Prison Records of Penal Hero Unit 9004
enHero Punishment
enSentenced to Brave Punishment
enPunishment for Brave Hero: 9004 Corps Prison Record
thผู้กล้าโทษประหาร : บันทึกการรับโทษของหน่วยผู้กล้าต้องโทษ 9004
ja-LatnYuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
ja勇者刑に処す 懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録
ko용사형에 처함
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