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Sentenced to Be a Hero

TV-MA2026–2 seasons

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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.

AnimationSci-Fi & FantasyAction & Adventure
PrisonHeroAnti HeroSentenceSpecial UnitMilitary ServiceGodPunishmentFictional WarCriminal

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What is Sentenced to Be a Hero (2026) about?

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.

Who stars in Sentenced to Be a Hero?

Sentenced to Be a Hero stars Yohei Azakami (Xylo Forbartz (voice)), Mayu Iizuka (Teoritta (voice)), Shizuka Ishigami (Patouche Kivia (voice)), Shun Horie (Dotta Luzlas (voice)), Shunichi Toki (Venetim Leopold (voice)).

How many seasons does Sentenced to Be a Hero have?

Sentenced to Be a Hero has 2 seasons. There are 12 episodes in total.

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