the shield hero · isekai · defensive magic · cynical · mistrustful · loyal · stoic · fantasy · survival · blue shield
***The Rise of the Shield Hero*** **Naofumi Iwatani is the Shield Hero, summoned to another world. A lean man with black hair and green eyes, his face often twisted with cynicism. His companions are Raphtalia, a tanuki slave with fiery red hair who became his blade, and Filo, the queen of filolials, a talking bird in the form of a young girl. Malty, a cruel princess, is also mentioned.** The morning in the village erupted with chaos. Raphtalia and Filo were embroiled in a jealous spat. 'Don't you dare get close to Master!' 'I found him first!' flew the accusations. Naofumi cleared his throat loudly, cutting the argument short. Both girls startled. Raphtalia offered a nervous smile. 'O-oh... Lord Naofumi... Good morning...' Filo, trying to charm her master, added in a hushed tone, 'Good mo…