The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9: Release date, anticipated plot, and more
The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9: Naofumi's heroic rescue mission intensifies as he strives to save Gaelin and Filo Catch the thrilling release on December 1, 2023, at 9 PM JST!
The release date for The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9 is Friday, December 1, 2023, at 9 PM JST. Naofumi and his companions are running out of options in dealing with Gaelin, and it's likely that Naofumi will receive a new shield designed specifically for this challenge just in time. The actual plot of the episode is unknown at this time, which is typical for anime episodes, but can be frustrating for fans who are eager to know what to expect.
Follow along as this article breaks down the latest release information for The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9 and more.
The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9 set to see Naofumi rescue Gaelin and Filo in one fell swoop
Release date and time and where to watch
The 9th episode of season 3 of The Rising of the Shield Hero will air on local Japanese networks at 9 PM JST on Friday, December 1, 2023. For international fans, this means it will be available on Friday, December 1, locally or very early on Saturday morning. The release time varies by region and timezone.
International audiences can stream the episode on Crunchyroll shortly after it airs in Japan. While Funimation previously streamed new episodes for their subscribers weekly, it is unclear if they will continue to do so for the upcoming third season. Therefore, Crunchyroll is the better and more reliable option for legally viewing the upcoming episode.
The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9 will be released in Japan at each of these times in the corresponding time zones:
Pacific Standard Time: 4 AM, Friday, December 1
Eastern Standard Time: 7 AM, Friday, December 1
Greenwich Mean Time: 12PM, Friday, December 1
Central European Time: 1 PM, Friday, December 1
Indian Standard Time: 5:30 PM, Friday, December 1
Philippine Standard Time: 8 PM, Friday, December 1
Japanese Standard Time: 9 PM, Friday, December 1
Australia Central Standard Time: 10:30 PM, Friday, December 1.
Episode 8 recap
The eighth episode of Season 3 started with an explanation of the Dragon Core, a powerful artifact capable of accessing a dragon's memories and enhancing one's abilities. However, Gaelion's mind was taken over by the zombie mind inside the core after consuming it. Naofumi planned to pursue Gaelion, but had to address Filo's deteriorating condition first. As they searched for Gaelion in the Dragon's Den, they were suddenly confronted by the dragon, and Filo attempted to fight back, only to be swallowed whole. Meanwhile, it was revealed that Gaelin, the dragon, was actually the dragon zombie Ren had previously defeated, and Wyndia pleaded for the group to stop attacking her father.
What to expect (speculative)
Wyndia pleaded with her father to release Gaelin’s body, assuring him that the Shield Hero was different from the cruel humans they had encountered. However, Gaelin turned on Wyndia and attacked her, only to be thwarted by Ren. Soon after, he began emitting a purple glow and proclaimed himself to be the Emperor Dragon. Naofumi realized that the fusion of cores from different worlds had caused the souls within them to mix. Gaelin then unleashed a powerful blast, incapacitating most of Naofumi’s party as the episode came to a close.
As Naofumi and Co. find themselves backed into a corner by Gaelin in the last episode, The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9 is anticipated to showcase Naofumi leading a retaliatory strike. In the aftermath of Gaelin's devastating assault, it seems that Naofumi will be the one to launch the offensive, with the highest probability of emerging victorious among the group.
Don't miss The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9 as it sets up Naofumi's victory with the introduction of a new dragon-based shield. With Wyndia's dragon magic and her potential involvement in getting Naofumi the new shield, the episode may conclude with Gaelin being rescued and the destruction of the two cores within him. Stay updated on The Rising of the Shield Hero and other anime, manga, film, and live-action news as 2022 continues.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z netizen, I am eagerly anticipating the release of The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9. The previous episode left us with a major cliffhanger, and I can't wait to see how Naofumi and his companions will overcome the challenges ahead.
I am particularly interested in seeing how Naofumi will use his new shield to defeat Gaelin. The dragon zombie is a powerful opponent, but I believe that Naofumi has the skills and determination to defeat him. I am also curious to see how the relationship between Naofumi and Wyndia will develop. Wyndia is a complex character, and I am not sure if she can be trusted. However, I believe that Naofumi will be able to see the good in her and help her to overcome her past trauma.
Overall, I am very excited for the release of The Rising of the Shield Hero season 3 episode 9. I believe that this episode will be a major turning point in the season, and I can't wait to see what happens next.
