Fans of The Rising of the Shield Hero have eagerly anticipated the continuation of Naofumi’s journey, and Season 4 has delivered with a fresh set of challenges and revelations. Episode 6, titled “Leaving Port,” marked a significant point in the ongoing narrative, pushing the Shield Hero and his companions towards uncharted territories and deeper into the season’s overarching conflict.
Release Date and Streaming Availability
Episode 6 of The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 officially premiered on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. For viewers in North America, the episode became available at 5:30 a.m. PDT / 8:30 a.m. EDT. In Japan, the broadcast began at 9:00 p.m. JST on the same day.
As with the rest of Season 4, “Leaving Port” is readily accessible to international audiences through Crunchyroll. The streaming platform provides the episode with both English subtitles and same-day English dubs, ensuring fans worldwide can follow Naofumi’s adventures without delay. Crunchyroll holds the streaming rights for the series across a vast array of regions, including North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, India, and Southeast Asia.
“Leaving Port” – A Look at the Plot
Episode 6, “Leaving Port,” serves as a pivotal transition, propelling the narrative forward after the events in Siltvelt. The episode sees Naofumi returning to Lurolona Village, a familiar setting, where he makes crucial decisions about who will accompany him on the next leg of their journey.
Following the defeat of Jaralis and an emotional farewell at the graves of Fohl and Atla’s parents, the heroes finally set sail towards Q’ten Lo. This shift in location is critical as the Q’ten Lo Empire has been established as a central threat in Season 4, with assassins targeting Raphtalia due to her royal lineage. The episode is poised to delve into new environments and introduce fresh challenges as Naofumi’s mission evolves beyond the political intricacies of Siltvelt. The infiltration of Q’Ten Lo reveals a country where killing animals is prohibited and citizens face heavy taxes, a situation Naofumi seeks to exploit. This leads to a group of revolutionaries, discontent with the royal family, approaching him.
The Broader Context of Season 4
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 began its broadcast on July 9, 2025, and is scheduled to consist of 12 episodes, maintaining the same episode count as Season 3. This season is a direct continuation of Naofumi’s arduous journey, picking up where the previous installment left off.
The central conflict of Season 4 revolves around a significant geopolitical struggle. The Q’Ten Lo Empire becomes the primary antagonist, specifically targeting Raphtalia due to her heritage and mistaken identity as a throne usurper. Naofumi takes on the weighty responsibility of leading a mission to protect her and confront the empire’s forces. Beyond the political machinations, Season 4 also introduces a new formidable threat: the Phoenix, a mythical beast that will push all four Cardinal Heroes to unite against a greater danger than previous interdimensional hordes. This season promises heightened action, strategic depth, and continued character growth for Naofumi and his loyal companions.
