Season 4 Episode 10 of The Rising of the Shield Hero lands this Wednesday. With the arc heating up, the series is firmly establishing its place as one of the greatest isekai fantasy anime series, with a new character joining the story and thus creating intrigue for the next installment. This new character’s name is Zodia, and she is a mysterious lost girl who might play a big role.
According to the official website of The Rising of the Shield Hero, the upcoming Episode might also focus on Raphtalia and her hopes for peace talks with the Emperor. Thus, the story is about to get even more thrilling, and anticipation has started building for what will be the next major development in The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 Episode 10 Release Date & Time
Episode 10 of The Rising of the Shield Hero will be released on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 9:00 PM in Japan and will later be available on streaming platforms in various countries. Just like previous episodes of the series, the release of the next installment will maintain a simultaneous schedule to ensure fans all over the world can experience the story together without spoilers.
| Time Zone | Release Date | Local Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 5:30 AM |
| Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 8:30 AM |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 12:30 PM |
| Central European Summer Time (CEST) | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 2:30 PM |
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 9:00 PM |
For international fans of The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4, the Episode will be available on Crunchyroll, which offers both subbed and dubbed episodes on the same day as Japan. For Japanese viewers, the Episode will be available on AT-X, Tokyo MX, and KBS Kyoto. Although the ongoing season is reaching its conclusion, there are rumours about Season 5.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 Episode 9 Recap
The Rising of the Shield Hero Episode 9 was an interesting one as it focused on Naofumi and S’yne visiting the forge to check on the legendary Ame-no-murakumo-no-tsurugi. However, its climax was even more intriguing as it closed with the sudden appearance of Zodia, a mysterious girl who brings questions and chaos into the story.
Zodia’s arrival brings complications because she reminds Naofumi of someone close to him, which creates tension. While there are other developments in the Episode, Zodia takes the center stage, and she will most likely become a significant addition to Naofumi’s life.
What to Expect from The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 Episode 10
According to the official website of The Rising of the Shield Hero, Episode 10 is titled “Prayer,” and it will showcase Raphtalia’s delicate negotiation with Shildina, the Water Dragon’s shrine maiden. The preview also suggests Shildina will most likely propose a truce and offer to conduct peace talks with the Emperor. However, her conditions might be too complex and may challenge Raphtalia’s resolve.
While the website has not confirmed this, there is a possibility Zodia might witness some narrative development herself, considering the cliffhanger of the last Episode. Thus, Raphtalia and Zodia will be the center of the story for the next installment, which brings the season closer to its conclusion. What do you think The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 has in store as the climax? Let us know below!
The Rising of the Shield Hero is currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.
