Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku

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

Rankings

#261 highest rated all time
#456 most popular all time
#13 highest rated of 2026
#4 most popular of 2026
#11 highest rated of WINTER 2026
#4 most popular of WINTER 2026

Data

Format
TV
Episodes
12
Episode Duration
25 minutes
Status
FINISHED
Start Date
Tue Feb 03 2026
End Date
Sun Apr 26 2026
Season
WINTER 2026
Average Score
81%
Mean Score
81%
Popularity
122178
Favourites
3547
Studios
Studio KAI
Producers
KADOKAWA
VIC GAME STUDIOS
Sammy
Kansai TV
Source
LIGHT_NOVEL
Genres
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Romaji
Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
English
Sentenced to Be a Hero
Native
勇者刑に処す懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録
Synonyms
ผู้กล้าโทษประหาร : บันทึกการรับโทษของหน่วยผู้กล้าต้องโทษ 9004
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Relations

SEQUEL
Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku 2nd Season
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ALTERNATIVE
Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
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SOURCE
Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
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