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The Best Episodes of Shangri-La Frontier Season 1

Every episode of Shangri-La Frontier Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Shangri-La Frontier Season 1!

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?

Genres:AnimationAction & AdventureComedySci-Fi & Fantasy

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Shangri-La Frontier" season 1 is "What Do You Play Games For?", rated 7.4/10 from 216 user votes. It was directed by Hiro Ohki and written by Kazuyuki Fudeyasu. "What Do You Play Games For?" aired on 10/1/2023 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "A Peculiar One".

  • What Do You Play Games For?
    7.4/10 216 votes

    #1 - 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
    7.5/10 195 votes

    #2 - 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
    7.7/10 184 votes

    #3 - 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
    7.2/10 166 votes

    #4 - 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
    7.4/10 159 votes

    #5 - 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
    7.5/10 155 votes

    #6 - 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
    7.1/10 144 votes

    #7 - 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
    7.3/10 141 votes

    #8 - 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
    6.9/10 132 votes

    #9 - 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!!
    7.0/10 135 votes

    #10 - 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
    7.3/10 154 votes

    #11 - 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
    7.1/10 129 votes

    #12 - 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
    7.2/10 129 votes

    #13 - 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
    6.9/10 123 votes

    #14 - 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)
    7.5/10 135 votes

    #15 - 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)
    7.8/10 138 votes

    #16 - 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)
    7.9/10 158 votes

    #17 - 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)
    8.5/10 185 votes

    #18 - 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
    7.5/10 123 votes

    #19 - 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
    7.2/10 112 votes

    #20 - 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
    6.7/10 107 votes

    #21 - 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
    7.4/10 104 votes

    #22 - 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
    7.4/10 100 votes

    #23 - 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
    7.3/10 96 votes

    #24 - 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
    7.3/10 104 votes

    #25 - 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