7.0/1042 votes#1 - I'm Shy
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/3/2023
The world is at peace, but there are still everyday dangers. So, a new breed of protectors, known simply as "Heroes" have arrived on Earth. Shy is Japan's new Hero, but is she ready to be a Hero? What does it MEAN to be a Hero anyway?
Director: Masaomi Ando
Writer: Yasuhiro Nakanishi
7.0/1035 votes#2 - With All of My Heart
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/10/2023
Shy returns to school only to find herself faced with Iko Koishikawa, a girl whose injuries she blames herself for. As if that wasn't stressful enough, a mysterious young boy sows discord and forces the girls to face the darkness in their hearts.
Director: Kousaku Taniguchi
Writer: Yasuhiro Nakanishi
6.7/1027 votes#3 - Conversation at the Dinner Table
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/17/2023
Koishikawa takes Momijiyama out on the town in an attempt to thank her for everything she's done for her. However, Momijiyama's introverted nature and shut-in lifestyle make this difficult. The two of them are then unexpectedly summoned by Unilord.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/1025 votes#4 - A Heartless Person
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/24/2023
Shy faces off against Stardust for the right to remain a hero. To stand a chance, Shy has to discover what drives her as a hero and fuels the power of her Heart-shift bracelets. Heroes from the Black Cross help manage the aftermath.
Director: Yusuke Kamata
Writer: Yasuhiro Nakanishi
7.0/1023 votes#5 - Shine the Light
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/31/2023
As Shy searches for ways to strengthen the power of her heart, she finds support and inspiration in unlikely places. Help and begrudging assistance from Lady Black helps her understand struggle more as they help someone together.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/1021 votes#6 - Ice White
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/7/2023
Unilord sends Shy and Spirit on an urgent mission to the North Pole. There, they rendezvous with China's hero and work together to investigate the fate of researchers who had lost contact with the Arctic Base.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/1019 votes#7 - Unchain
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2023
Iko and Pepesha share their experiences fighting Amarariruku, and new information about Stigma and his rings comes to light. Afterward, Shy faces an important aspect of being a hero: building up her image.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1019 votes#8 - Surprise
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/21/2023
Teru travels to Russia to assist Pepesha's investigation into the mysterious girl they encountered at the North Pole. Not only are details about Pepesha's past brought to light, but new information leads to some disturbing implications about Tzveta.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.9/1021 votes#9 - Melee, Trembling Fingertips
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/28/2023
The battle with Kufufu and Tzveta heats up as Shy and Spirit desperately try to get the civilians out of harm's way. Kufufu's unpredictable actions make her difficult to fight, and Tzveta's ice powers and inescapable heart make her a formidable foe.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1025 votes#10 - The Lonely Ice and Small Flame
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/5/2023
As Tzveta regains her memories, Shy and Spirit witness the tragedy of Letana's adult life firsthand and learn how her ideals formed. The strength of her dark, frozen heart clashes against Shy's warm light.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.3/1025 votes#11 - What Is Conveyed and That Which Remains
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 12/12/2023
Stigma's twisted endeavors have provided Pepesha and Letana the opportunity to finally say all the things they never could in the past. As their battle comes to a climax and close, much is revealed about their relationship and Stigma.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.0/1020 votes#12 - When I Cough, It's the Two of Us
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 12/19/2023
Reinforcements sent by Unilord arrive and assist in cleaning up the aftermath of the battle with Tzveta and Kufufu. Afterward, Teru ends up with an intense cold that leads Iko to look after her and realize just how normal heroes are.
Director: N/A
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NaN/100 votes#13 - Hero's High
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 7/2/2024
We revisit our heroes and see them going about their daily lives after the incidents with Amarariruku. A young reporter, Tojiko Asuka, crosses paths with Shy and is suddenly inspired to write an article interviewing her.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#14 - Wind Coming from the West
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 7/9/2024
A sudden thunderstorm and a forgotten umbrella trap Momijiyama at school, where she joins the hunt for one of the Seven Wonders of Tanpopo First Middle School. A young woman with a Kansai accent proves to be more capable than expected.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#15 - Heartblade
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 7/16/2024
Ai showcases her skills by swiftly defeating her busybody pursuer. She then decides that Momijiyama will help her out by giving her a place to stay while she pursues her goals outside of her village.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#16 - Cloud in the Dark
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 7/23/2024
When an impenetrable black orb completely engulfs the heart of Tokyo, heroes from all over the world are summoned to discuss how to handle it. Shy finds herself thrust into a leadership role and is tasked with organizing a team to infiltrate the orb.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#17 - Storming In
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 7/30/2024
Shy and the team she's put together infiltrate the black orb and begin their rescue mission. They're beset by a member of Amarariku who squares up against Mianlong, man-to-man.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#18 - Nothing Is Permanent
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 8/13/2024
The infiltration team is forced to deal with the trolly problem presented by Kufufu. In the aftermath, Ai reflects on her perception of Amarariruku and shares the details of her relationship with one of its members.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#19 - Because of Love
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 8/20/2024
Shy, Piltz, and Ai are beset by another member of Amarariruku. She captures Ai, intent on delivering her to her sister, and wields the power of love against Shy and Piltz. Atop the tower, Mai waits for the long-awaited confrontation.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#20 - A Nice Guy
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 8/27/2024
Stardust confronts Stigma and Quabala alone, while Ai and Shy's confrontation with Mai takes a turn for the worst. Ai struggles to accept her sister's fall from grace, and Stardust receives a bone-chilling revelation from Stigma.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#21 - Vague
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 9/3/2024
With the fusion of Ai and Mai into an entirely new being, Shy is left alone atop the tower to face a formidable foe alone. Hearts clash on battlefields both physical and emotional.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#22 - Hand Reached Out
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 9/10/2024
Now a separate being once again, Mai returns to her internal struggles as Ai and Tokimaru desperately try to reach out to her. Members of Amarariruku ascend to the top of the tower to finish destroying the black sphere from the inside.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#23 - With the Moon...
Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 9/17/2024
Members of Amarariruku combine their powers to shatter the top of the black sphere, releasing the city's fear into the outside world. Mai attempts to sacrifice herself to shield the outside world, but she finds she's not alone.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#24 - Fare Thee Well
Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 9/24/2024
With their plans thwarted, members of Amarariruku retreat. In the aftermath of the black ball's collapse, the heroes face the weight of unforeseen consequences to their victory.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of SHY Season 1
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Season 1 Ratings Summary
"I'm Shy" is the best rated episode of "SHY" season 1. It scored 7/10 based on 42 votes. Directed by Masaomi Ando and written by Yasuhiro Nakanishi, it aired on 10/3/2023. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "With All of My Heart".