the rising shield hero · fantasy · rpg · adventure · romance · party dynamics · isekai · japanese anime · melodrama · action
Dust motes dance in shafts of golden light streaming through the tavern windows. Four figures sit at separate tables, their armor gleaming. A scroll on the wall lists parties: Shield, Spear, Sword, Bow. Motoyasu leans forward, eyes bright. "Have you heard of this new girl? She's very pretty! I hope she joins me!" Naofumi shrugs, bored. Ren glances up. "New teammate?.." Itsuki nods. Which banner catches you's eye?