For fans of the popular Isekai Quartet series, the latest installment continues to deliver the beloved chibi-style crossover comedy with a fresh wave of chaotic charm. Isekai Quartet 3, the third season of this unique anime, brings together characters from various prominent isekai franchises, including Overlord, KonoSuba, Re:Zero – Starting Life in Another World, The Saga of Tanya the Evil, The Rising of the Shield Hero, and now, The Eminence in Shadow. Episode 4, which premiered on November 3, 2025, dives deeper into the season’s evolving plotlines and introduces another dose of the unexpected.
Episode 4: Release and What to Expect
Isekai Quartet 3 Episode 4 was released on Monday, November 3, 2025. Viewers in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS can stream the episode on Crunchyroll, with English-subtitled versions available shortly after the Japanese broadcast and English-dubbed versions following later the same day.
The episode features a bizarre and entertaining event: a “pasta zombie apocalypse.” This unexpected turn of events forces the diverse cast of characters to react to a situation only Isekai Quartet could conjure. Amidst the chaos, the episode also hints at a deeper narrative, particularly concerning Rem from Re:Zero, whose sleepy state in this episode might be a subtle nod to her original world’s circumstances.
The Pasta Zombie Apocalypse Unfolds
The central comedic event of Episode 4 revolves around a mysterious “pasta zombie apocalypse” that grips the school. Watching the formidable heroes and anti-heroes from different worlds grapple with reanimated pasta provides a humorous contrast to their usual, more serious adventures. Characters like Megumin, always ready for an explosion, must be held back to prevent overreacting, highlighting the series’ signature blend of character-driven humor. Darkness, ever the masochist, finds herself in an ideal situation when “kidnapped by what amounts to a slimy tentacle monster,” while Visha benefits from the ensuing food abundance. The episode also leaves a lingering question regarding the cause of the undead pasta, even perplexing Ainz Ooal Gown and Demiurge, suggesting it might be a joke in itself to leave the audience, like Ainz, in confusion.
Furthermore, the episode continues to explore a more serious underlying plot point hinted at since the season’s beginning. Rem’s noticeable sleepiness is presented as a potential manifestation of her Re:Zero counterpart’s affliction. This ongoing thread suggests that the school world is not entirely separate from the characters’ original realities, with Ainz pondering the possibility of the students being able to influence their original selves’ fates.
Season 3’s New Additions: The Eminence in Shadow
Season 3 marks the exciting inclusion of characters from The Eminence in Shadow. The protagonist, Cid Kageno, also known as Shadow, and the Seven Shadows, seamlessly integrate into the quirky school environment. Cid’s unique ability to appear as a background character, only truly noticed by figures like Kazuma, adds another layer of comedic interaction. His chuunibyou tendencies naturally clash and complement Megumin’s own explosive personality. The interaction between the Seven Shadows and the Pleiades from Overlord, sharing similarly grandiose names, provides further comedic gold and fills out Class 1’s roster.
The new characters expand the comedic potential of the series, offering fresh dynamics and interactions that fans have come to love.
The Enduring Appeal of Isekai Quartet
Isekai Quartet stands as a unique entry in the anime landscape, celebrated for its chibi art style and its ability to bring together beloved characters from various isekai franchises. The series, produced by Studio Puyukai and directed by Minoru Ashina, has successfully built a world where these powerful individuals attend a high school, engaging in everyday school activities with their over-the-top personalities. This lighthearted approach allows for scenarios that would be impossible in their respective, more serious, original series, fostering comedic interactions and unexpected friendships.
The ongoing success of Isekai Quartet, now in its third season and following a movie, demonstrates the strong appeal of these crossover shenanigans to a broad audience.
Where to Watch Isekai Quartet 3
For fans eager to catch up on the latest episodes, Isekai Quartet 3 is available for streaming on Crunchyroll. New episodes are typically released weekly, with both subbed and dubbed versions becoming available. The season is slated to run for at least 10 episodes, ensuring plenty more cross-dimensional school-life antics.
