Sentenced to Be a Hero
Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
In a world where heroism is a punishment, Xylo Forbartz, a condemned goddess killer, battles endless hordes of monstrous abominations as part of Penal Hero Unit 9004. Death is no escape, only a cycle of resurrection and relentless combat. But when Xylo encounters a mysterious new goddess, their unlikely alliance sparks a rebellion that could shatter the chains of eternal punishment.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Notes:
- The first episode aired with a runtime of ~58 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.
- Initially scheduled to air in October, 2025
In a world where heroism is a punishment, Xylo Forbartz, a condemned goddess killer, battles endless hordes of monstrous abominations as part of Penal Hero Unit 9004. Death is no escape, only a cycle of resurrection and relentless combat. But when Xylo encounters a mysterious new goddess, their unlikely alliance sparks a rebellion that could shatter the chains of eternal punishment.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Notes:
- The first episode aired with a runtime of ~58 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.
- Initially scheduled to air in October, 2025
In a world where heroism is a punishment, Xylo Forbartz, a condemned goddess killer, battles endless hordes of monstrous abominations as part of Penal Hero Unit 9004. Death is no escape, only a cycle of resurrection and relentless combat. But when Xylo encounters a mysterious new goddess, their unlikely alliance sparks a rebellion that could shatter the chains of eternal punishment.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Notes:
- The first episode aired with a runtime of ~58 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.
- Initially scheduled to air in October, 2025
Format
TV
Episodes
12
Episode Duration
25 mins
Characters
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Staff
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Status Distribution
Current
36%·44,521
Planning
27%·33,646
Paused
2%·2,202
Dropped
3%·3,615
Completed
31%·38,526
Score Distribution
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Frequently asked questions
How many episodes does Sentenced to Be a Hero have?
Sentenced to Be a Hero has 12 episodes.
Is Sentenced to Be a Hero finished?
As of now, Sentenced to Be a Hero has finished.
When did Sentenced to Be a Hero air?
Sentenced to Be a Hero aired from January 3, 2026 to March 26, 2026.
What kind of show is Sentenced to Be a Hero?
Sentenced to Be a Hero is a TV series with episodes around 25 minutes long, originally from Japan.
When did Sentenced to Be a Hero premiere?
Sentenced to Be a Hero premiered in Winter 2026.