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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...
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Season 1

  • What Do You Play Games For?
    7.4/10236 votes
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    What Do You Play Games For?

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/1/2023

    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!

    Director: Hiro Ohki

    Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu

  • A Peculiar One
    7.5/10213 votes
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    A Peculiar One

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/8/2023

    Rakuro fights the Ravenous Python, arrives in the game's second town, and explores its weapons crafting system before venturing out at night.

    Director: Hiroyuki Morita

    Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu

  • Black Wolf Nightslayer
    7.7/10203 votes
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    Black Wolf Nightslayer

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/15/2023

    The battle with Lycagon the Nightslayer leaves Sunraku in an unexpected situation. Soon after, he's barreling down the rabbit hole to a new adventure!

    Director: Hiro Ohki

    Writer: N/A

  • A Trash Game Realignment of Elevated Tastes
    7.2/10185 votes
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    A Trash Game Realignment of Elevated Tastes

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/22/2023

    Sunraku 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Lo, Thou Art Assailed on All Sides
    7.4/10175 votes
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    Lo, Thou Art Assailed on All Sides

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/29/2023

    On 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.

    Director: Yoshitaka Nagaoka

    Writer: N/A

  • The Writing Tool Knight-Queen
    7.5/10172 votes
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    The Writing Tool Knight-Queen

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/5/2023

    Sunraku 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.

    Director: Takaaki Nagano

    Writer: N/A

  • Remnant of the Divinity: The Aberrant Loser
    7.1/10160 votes
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    Remnant of the Divinity: The Aberrant Loser

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/12/2023

    Sunraku 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The 300-Limit Pandemonium
    7.3/10156 votes
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    The 300-Limit Pandemonium

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/19/2023

    The 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?!

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Dazzling Sea of Trees
    6.9/10147 votes
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    A Dazzling Sea of Trees

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/26/2023

    Sunraku 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!

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Let's Go Tomb Raiding!!
    7.1/10153 votes
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    Let's Go Tomb Raiding!!

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/3/2023

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Glimmer of Truth
    7.4/10171 votes
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    The Glimmer of Truth

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 12/10/2023

    Sunraku 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Regrets Always Lie in the Past
    7.1/10144 votes
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    Regrets Always Lie in the Past

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 12/17/2023

    Pencilgon 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Only Resentments About the End of Life Remain
    7.2/10144 votes
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    Only Resentments About the End of Life Remain

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 12/24/2023

    Pencilgon, 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Squish
    6.9/10138 votes
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    Squish

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 1/7/2024

    Sunraku 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (1)
    7.5/10152 votes
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    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (1)

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 1/21/2024

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (2)
    7.8/10155 votes
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    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (2)

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 1/28/2024

    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".

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (3)
    8.0/10178 votes
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    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (3)

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 2/4/2024

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Putting Feelings Into a Moment (4)
    8.5/10222 votes
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    Putting Feelings Into a Moment (4)

    Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 2/11/2024

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The World Progresses, the Heroes Are Revealed
    7.5/10138 votes
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    The World Progresses, the Heroes Are Revealed

    Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 2/18/2024

    Wethermon falls into a slumber and Setsuna of Bygone Days 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...

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Current Situations and Next Steps
    7.2/10126 votes
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    Current Situations and Next Steps

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 2/25/2024

    Utopia, 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Errands, Cultivation, and Game Progress
    6.8/10120 votes
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    Errands, Cultivation, and Game Progress

    Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 3/3/2024

    "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."

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Walking Air Purifier
    6.9/10117 votes
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    The Walking Air Purifier

    Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 3/10/2024

    Bilac 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Bird and Rabbits VS Chorus of Skeletons
    6.8/10115 votes
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    Bird and Rabbits VS Chorus of Skeletons

    Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 3/17/2024

    Sunraku, 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Rare Items, Worth More Than Life Itself
    6.8/10111 votes
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    Rare Items, Worth More Than Life Itself

    Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 3/24/2024

    Sunraku 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 the scorpions' movements and comes up with a secret plan...

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Those Who Illuminate The World's Darkness
    6.8/10120 votes
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    Those Who Illuminate The World's Darkness

    Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 3/31/2024

    Bilac 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Half-Naked Birdman and the Gang in Golem Paradise
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    Half-Naked Birdman and the Gang in Golem Paradise

    Season 1 Episode 26 - Aired 10/13/2024

    To turn Beelac into an ancestral craftswoman and to get the futuristic toys in Inventoria up and running, Sunraku needs a magic control unit.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Uncompromising Gatekeeper
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    The Uncompromising Gatekeeper

    Season 1 Episode 27 - Aired 10/20/2024

    Sunraku 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Accelerating Meetings, Surging Desire, and the Start of Various Threads
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    Accelerating Meetings, Surging Desire, and the Start of Various Threads

    Season 1 Episode 28 - Aired 10/27/2024

    It'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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • When Humanity Dreams of the Impossible and Takes to the Skies
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    When Humanity Dreams of the Impossible and Takes to the Skies

    Season 1 Episode 29 - Aired 11/3/2024

    Pencilgon makes a proposal to the other clans. Sunraku forwards his interests in Rabituza, and faces a setback in his farming of the Crystal Scorpions.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Impetus of Hunger; the Persistence of Thirst
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    The Impetus of Hunger; the Persistence of Thirst

    Season 1 Episode 30 - Aired 11/10/2024

    Sunraku's attempts to farm the Crystal Scorpions for money are complicated when a giant gold scorpion enters the fray.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • After the Fierce Battle, Despair
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    After the Fierce Battle, Despair

    Season 1 Episode 31 - Aired 11/17/2024

    In 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A