Shangri-La Frontier

Season 1

TV-14
Rakuro Hizutome only cares about one thing: beating crappy VR games. He devotes his entire life to these buggy games and could clear them all in his sleep. One day, he decides to challenge himself and play a popular god-tier game called Shangri-La Frontier. But he quickly learns just how difficult it is. Will his expert skills be enough to uncover its hidden secrets?

50 Episodes

  • What Do You Play Games For?
    E1
    What Do You Play Games For?What makes you game? For every 100 amazing games, there are a thousand that are not good. This is the story of Rakuro Hizutome, a man who loves, and is loved by, crappy video games, and his journey in the world of Shangri-La Frontier, one of the greatest video games of all time. The ultimate "Game x Fantasy" story, about a "crappy game hunter" who challenges one of the greatest games ever made!
  • A Peculiar One
    E2
    A Peculiar OneRakuro fights the Ravenous Python, arrives in the game's second town, and explores its weapons crafting system before venturing out at night.
  • Black Wolf Nightslayer
    E3
    Black Wolf NightslayerThe battle with Lycagon the Nightslayer leaves Sunraku in an unexpected situation. Soon after, he's barreling down the rabbit hole to a new adventure!
  • A Trash Game Realignment of Elevated Tastes
    E4
    A Trash Game Realignment of Elevated TastesSunraku agrees to train under Vysache and he's saddled with the Vorpal Soul Collar which decreases his EXP gain but increases stat point rewards upon leveling up. Afterward Emul offers to join Sunraku's party and they set off for Thirdrema.
  • Lo, Thou Art Assailed on All Sides
    E5
    Lo, Thou Art Assailed on All SidesOn their way to Thirdrema, Sunraku an Emul encounter the area boss Mud Digger in the middle of a swamp which greatly reduces their movement. Being at a disadvantage Sunraku needs figure out how his newly evolved skills work so he can take Mud Digger down.
  • The Writing Tool Knight-Queen
    E6
    The Writing Tool Knight-QueenSunraku encounters Arthur Pencilgon, whom he knows as Pencil Knight from another game called "Unite Rounds". She brings with her a message that he either publish what he knows about the unique scenario or wear a target on his back.
  • Remnant of the Divinity: The Aberrant Loser
    E7
    Remnant of the Divinity: The Aberrant LoserSunraku manages to stave off his attackers and reach Thirdrema, where he and Emul then travel back to Rabituza. Emul then takes Sunraku to the Vorpal Colosseum where he's pitted against 10 opponents to further his training.
  • The 300-Limit Pandemonium
    E8
    The 300-Limit PandemoniumThe 10th opponent in the Rabituza arena is the Aberrant Woodmage, a powerful foe combining fast attacks with magic. Underleveled and understatted, Sunraku only needs to survive five minutes to win... but can he make it happen?!
  • A Dazzling Sea of Trees
    E9
    A Dazzling Sea of TreesSunraku has to make it out of town so he can move on to the Prismatic Forest Grotto, but Ashura Kai and Psyger-0 stand in his way. Once he reaches the grotto itself, a dazzling array of sights await him!
  • Let's Go Tomb Raiding!!
    E10
    Let's Go Tomb Raiding!!Sunraku continues his way through the Prismatic Forest Grotto where he encounters the area boss Clown Spider. He tells Emul to stay back as he wants to solo it first try with a no-hit run.
  • The Glimmer of Truth
    E11
    The Glimmer of TruthSunraku speaks with Vysache about their plans to defeat Wethermon the Tombguard. After their discussion Vysache decides to help Sunraku in his endeavor by ascending his weapons.
  • Regrets Always Lie in the Past
    E12
    Regrets Always Lie in the PastPencilgon sends Sunraku and Oikatzo to the Iron Ruins of the Divinity to grind their levels to at least level 50. While there they encounter the Lifestide Lake Serpent monster.
  • Only Resentments About the End of Life Remain
    E13
    Only Resentments About the End of Life RemainPencilgon, Sunraku, and Oikatzo make their way to find the NPC Setsuna of Bygone Days, Wethermon's former lover. She presents to them the Unique Scenario "From the Living World, With Love" which they accept.
  • Squish
    E14
    SquishSunraku has encountered a new player named Dragonfly in "BERP". The two engage in a series of matches with bug exploits allowed. Afterwards Sunrakru heads to Rabituza to link his skills at the Skill Garden.
  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (1)
    E15
    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (1)On the night of the new moon, the members of Ashura Kai are ambushed by a group of allied clans including Psyger-0. Meanwhile, Sunraku, Oikatzo, and Pencilgon confront Wethermon the Tombguard at the Hidden Garden.
  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (2)
    E16
    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (2)Sunraku and the others are engaged in a battle against Wethermon the Tombguard, and making full use of resurrection items. Ten minutes have passed since the battle began and Wethermon summons his tactical mount "Kirin".
  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (3)
    E17
    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (3)The battle with Wethermon the Tombguard moves to its next phase. Pencilgon and Oikatzo, exploiting rare items, focus on Kirin who has transformed into a suit of armor. Meanwhile Sunraku goes on the offensive to defeat Wethermon before he crumbles away.
  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (4)
    E18
    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (4)Items are depleted, weapons and gear are on the verge of breaking, and Wethermon continues his Clear Sky Conquest barrage on Sunraku while Pencilgon and Oikatzo continue their efforts to dismantle Kirin Armor. Sunraku goes all-in to finish the fight.
  • The World Progresses, the Heroes Are Revealed
    E19
    The World Progresses, the Heroes Are RevealedWethermon falls into a slumber and Setsuna leaves behind a hint that will lead to the truth about SLF. Wethermon's subjugation is reported to all players in game. Now, standing before the battle-weary trio are angry members of Ashura Kai.
  • Current Situations and Next Steps
    E20
    Current Situations and Next StepsUtopia, SLF's development company, is in a tizzy over the defeat of Wethermon the Tombguard. Sunraku is excited to kick off his bonus unique scenario Vorpal Epic. He then decides to check out the loot he received from defeating Wethermon.
  • Errands, Cultivation, and Game Progress
    E21
    Errands, Cultivation, and Game Progress"Unique monsters make money" Pencilgon suggests forming a clan with Sunraku and Oikatzo. After temporarily splitting, Sunraku returns to the Palace of Rabituza with the Non-Standard Ether Reactor he received from Oikatzo and comes up with a great idea."
  • The Walking Air Purifier
    E22
    The Walking Air PurifierBilac accepts Sanraku's proposal and they head to the Canyon of Ancient Souls to obtain the magic operations unit necessary for becoming an Ancient Craftsman. Lycagon's Mark causes weak monsters to flee, then they encounter the rare Dullahan General.
  • Bird and Rabbits VS Chorus of Skeletons
    E23
    Bird and Rabbits VS Chorus of SkeletonsSunraku, Emul, and Bilac face off against the area boss the Humming Lich in the Canyon of Ancient Souls. Struggling to inflict damage, Bilac rushes to rework the Dullahan General's Decapitator into a holy-attribute weapon.
  • Rare Items, Worth More than Life Itself
    E24
    Rare Items, Worth More than Life ItselfSunraku returns to the Canyon Ancient Souls, where he encounters a swarm of Crystal Scorpions that are over level 100. Struggling to acquire the rare materials he seeks, Sunraku watches their movements and comes up with a secret plan.
  • Those Who Illuminate the World's Darkness
    E25
    Those Who Illuminate the World's DarknessBilac finds jewelry among Sunraku's loot. In order to show them to a jeweler, she introduces Sunraku to Aramiys, the swordsman of Cazzeria, and vice captain of the Musketeers in Boots. Later they head to Eighthold where they encounter the Professor.
  • Half-Naked Birdman and the Gang in Golem Paradise
    E26
    Half-Naked Birdman and the Gang in Golem ParadiseTo turn Beelac into an ancestral craftswoman and to get the futuristic toys in Inventoria up and running, Sunraku needs a magic control unit.
  • The Uncompromising Gatekeeper
    E27
    The Uncompromising GatekeeperSunraku and his pals make it into the Divinity-era workshop and retrieve the magic operations unit, but Pencilgon and Oikatzo have a score to settle with him before the quest proceeds any further.
  • Accelerating Meetings, Surging Desire, and the Start of Various Threads
    E28
    Accelerating Meetings, Surging Desire, and the Start of Various ThreadsIt's time for Sunraku to face the music as Pencilgon and Oikatzo force him to come face to face with the various factions he's been ignoring.
  • When Humanity Dreams of the Impossible and Takes to the Skies
    E29
    When Humanity Dreams of the Impossible and Takes to the SkiesPencilgon makes a proposal to the other clans. Sunraku forwards his interests in Rabituza, and faces a setback in his farming of the Crystal Scorpions.
  • The Impetus of Hunger; the Persistence of Thirst
    E30
    The Impetus of Hunger; the Persistence of ThirstSunraku's attempts to farm the Crystal Scorpions for money are complicated when a giant gold scorpion enters the fray.
  • After the Fierce Battle, Despair
    E31
    After the Fierce Battle, DespairIn the midst of his god-like run, Sunraku faces a setback that sours him on Shangri-La Frontier, but his sister has some advice to turn things around.
  • The Wings in a Draw
    E32
    The Wings in a DrawIn Nephilim Hollow, Rust is slavering for a rematch with Sunraku, but Sunraku himself isn't in top fighting form after three months away from the game.
  • The Lion Catches a Rabbit with Its Full Strength; the Crab Catches a Phoenix with a Pizza Cutter
    E33
    The Lion Catches a Rabbit with Its Full Strength; the Crab Catches a Phoenix with a Pizza CutterThe battle of Crimson Twinewing vs. Fiddler Crab reaches its climax, and Sunraku decides what to do next.
  • Run, Fueled by Impatience
    E34
    Run, Fueled by ImpatienceBack in Shangri-La Frontier, Sunraku needs to speed through the game to make his appointment with Mold and Rust. To make it in time, though, he'll have to ask a certain someone for aid.
  • Track It Like a Bloodhound
    E35
    Track It Like a BloodhoundSunraku meets up with Psyger-0 to take on the Lightless Barrens, but can't get his head around his new companion's strange behavior.
  • Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (1)
    E36
    Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (1)SF-Zoo shows shocking resilience in the face of the strongest foe they've ever faced, and Sunraku, paired with Psyger-0, must decide how to approach the task.
  • Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (2)
    E37
    Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (2)Sunraku and Psyger-0 pursue Lycagon the Nightslayer. Sunraku doubts his Colossus-based tactics. They adjust strategies amidst unforeseen obstacles to overcome the formidable Lycagon in an intense confrontation.
  • Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (3)
    E38
    Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (3)The battle between Sunraku, Psyger-0, and Lycagon continues! But just as the Colossus seems poised to dominate, a new ally joins the fray.
  • Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (4)
    E39
    Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (4)Psyger-0's Ultimate is almost ready for release, but first Rei must recite a long incantation. The rest of the team must cover Lycagon in the meantime, with Sunraku revealing the Gilta Brill's own ultimate attack as well.
  • Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition, Part 5
    E40
    Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition, Part 5Sunraku receives the consequences of his defeat of Lycagon's shade, and as the group moves on to Fifticia to meet with Rust and Mold, another new twist awaits him.
  • What Do You Play Games For? Their Answers
    E41
    What Do You Play Games For? Their AnswersKatzo and Pencilgon reaffirm their motives moving forward, and the defeat of Lycagon's shade has repercussions for the devs.
  • A Straight Flush Mixed With Jokers
    E42
    A Straight Flush Mixed With JokersSunraku gets an intriguing offer from Kei, then meets up with Rust and Mold to pursue the Ctarnidd quest.
  • The Crimson Whale Meets the Monster Fish
    E43
    The Crimson Whale Meets the Monster FishSunraku and his new crew set out on the high seas to confront Ctarnidd and the Disciples of the Abyss.
  • Revive, Broken City, Your Peace At an End
    E44
    Revive, Broken City, Your Peace At an EndSunraku and his new party fight on the ghost ship and unlock the next stage of the Ctarnidd quest: an underwater city!
  • Time to Fillet a Dragon Fish
    E45
    Time to Fillet a Dragon FishSunraku's plan to reunite his party ends with him fighting an overpowered dragon eel.
  • Venturing Wolves Then From the Seas to the Skyscrapers
    E46
    Venturing Wolves Then From the Seas to the SkyscrapersSunraku joins his teammates at the GGC where he learns more about the favor Katzo needs.
  • The Light Blazes Brightly, But for Just an Instant
    E47
    The Light Blazes Brightly, But for Just an InstantThe miraculous light bursts forth in glory for a moment.
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  • Mar 30
    E50
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Cast of Season 1

  • Yuma UchidaSunraku / Rakuro Hizutome (voice)
  • Azumi WakiPsyger-0 / Rei Saiga (voice)
  • Yoko HikasaArthur Pencilgon / Towa Amane (voice)
  • Makoto KoichiOiKatzo / Kei Uomi (voice)
  • Rina HidakaEmul (voice)
  • Akio OtsukaWeissasche (voice)
  • Seiichiro YamashitaOrcelott (voice)
  • Yumiri HanamoriMomo Saiga (voice)
  • Sayaka SenbongiAnimalia (voice)
  • Umeka ShoujiMana Iwamaki (voice)
  • Asaki YuikawaRumi Hizutome (voice)
  • Satomi SatoEika Hizutome (voice)
  • Megumi HanFaeria (voice)

 

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