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SF-Zoo shows shocking resilience in the face of the strongest foe they've ever faced, and Sunraku, paired with Psyger-0, must decide how to approach the task.
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* 8.1 / 10
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50 Total
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October 1, 2023
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Japanese
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10 of 50 episodes · Season 1
What Do You Play Games For?
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!
8.1
A Peculiar One
Rakuro fights the Ravenous Python, arrives in the game's second town, and explores its weapons crafting system before venturing out at night.
8.1
Black Wolf Nightslayer
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!
8.1
A Trash Game Realignment of Elevated Tastes
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.
8.1
Lo, Thou Art Assailed on All Sides
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.
8.1
The Writing Tool Knight-Queen
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.
8.1
Remnant of the Divinity: The Aberrant Loser
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.
8.1
The 300-Limit Pandemonium
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?!
8.1
A Dazzling Sea of Trees
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!
8.1
Let's Go Tomb Raiding!!
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.
8.1
The Glimmer of Truth
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.
8.1
Regrets Always Lie in the Past
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.
8.1
Only Resentments About the End of Life Remain
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.
8.1
Squish
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.
8.1
Putting Feelings Into a Moment (1)
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.
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Putting Feelings Into a Moment (2)
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".
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Putting Feelings Into a Moment (3)
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.
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Putting Feelings Into a Moment (4)
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.
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The World Progresses, the Heroes Are Revealed
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...
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Current Situations and Next Steps
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.
8.1
Errands, Cultivation, and Game Progress
"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."
8.1
The Walking Air Purifier
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.
8.1
Bird and Rabbits VS Chorus of Skeletons
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.
8.1
Rare Items, Worth More than Life Itself
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...
8.1
Those Who Illuminate the World's Darkness
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.
8.1
Half-Naked Birdman and the Gang in Golem Paradise
To turn Beelac into an ancestral craftswoman and to get the futuristic toys in Inventoria up and running, Sunraku needs a magic control unit.
8.1
The Uncompromising Gatekeeper
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.
8.1
Accelerating Meetings, Surging Desire, and the Start of Various Threads
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.
8.1
When Humanity Dreams of the Impossible and Takes to the Skies
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.
8.1
The Impetus of Hunger; the Persistence of Thirst
Sunraku's attempts to farm the Crystal Scorpions for money are complicated when a giant gold scorpion enters the fray.
8.1
After the Fierce Battle, Despair
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.
8.1
The Wings in a Draw
In Nephilim Hollow, Rust is slavering for a rematch with Sunraku, but Sunraku himself isn't in top fighting form after three months away from the game.
8.1
The Lion Catches a Rabbit with Its Full Strength; the Crab Catches a Phoenix with a Pizza Cutter
The battle of Crimson Twinewing vs. Fiddler Crab reaches its climax, and Sunraku decides what to do next.
8.1
Run, Fueled by Impatience
Back in Shangri-La Frontier, Sunraku needs to speed through the game to make his appointment with Mold and Rust. To make it in time, though, he'll have to ask a certain someone for aid.
8.1
Track It Like a Bloodhound
Sunraku meets up with Psyger-0 to take on the Lightless Barrens, but can't get his head around his new companion's strange behavior.
8.1
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (1)
SF-Zoo shows shocking resilience in the face of the strongest foe they've ever faced, and Sunraku, paired with Psyger-0, must decide how to approach the task.
8.1
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (2)
Sunraku and Psyger-0 engage Lycagon the Nightslayer, but Sunraku realizes that the assumptions he's made about the Colossus's patterns may not necessarily hold up.
8.1
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (3)
The battle between Sunraku, Psyger-0, and Lycagon continues! But just as the Colossus seems poised to dominate, a new ally joins the fray.
8.1
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (4)
Psyger-0's Ultimate is almost ready for release, but first Rei must recite a long incantation. The rest of the team must cover Lycagon in the meantime, with Sunraku revealing the Gilta Brill's own ultimate attack as well.
8.1
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition, Part 5
Sunraku receives the consequences of his defeat of Lycagon's shade, and as the group moves on to Fifticia to meet with Rust and Mold, another new twist awaits him.
8.1
What Do You Play Games For? Their Answers
Katzo and Pencilgon reaffirm their motives moving forward, and the defeat of Lycagon's shade has repercussions for the devs.
8.1
A Straight Flush Mixed With Jokers
Sunraku gets an intriguing offer from Kei, then meets up with Rust and Mold to pursue the Ctarnidd quest.
8.1
The Crimson Whale Meets the Monster Fish
Sunraku and his new crew set out on the high seas to confront Ctarnidd and the Disciples of the Abyss.
8.1
Revive, Broken City, Your Peace At an End
Sunraku and his new party fight on the ghost ship and unlock the next stage of the Ctarnidd quest: an underwater city!
8.1
Time to Fillet a Dragon Fish
Sunraku's plan to reunite his party ends with him fighting an overpowered dragon eel.
8.1
Venturing Wolves Then From the Seas to the Skyscrapers
Sunraku joins his teammates at the GGC where he learns more about the favor Katzo needs.
8.1
The Light Blazes Brightly, But for Just an Instant
The miraculous light bursts forth in glory for a moment.
8.1
Malice at 100 Meters Per Second
Rakuro should be training for his tournament match, but finds himself succumbing to the call of SLF.
8.1
Great King of the Deep, I Humbly Seek to Crush You
Sunraku's diversion back to SLF continues with a hair-raising battle against Atlanticus Lepnorca.
8.1
The Anonymous (Asinine) A-Team and a Crisis
Nitro Squad prepares for the exhibition match, but disaster threatens Kei's rematch with Sylvia.
8.1
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Episode Synopsis
SF-Zoo shows shocking resilience in the face of the strongest foe they've ever faced, and Sunraku, paired with Psyger-0, must decide how to approach the task.
Show Details
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?
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Episode 1
What Do You Play Games For?
8.1
Episode 2
A Peculiar One
8.1
Episode 3
Black Wolf Nightslayer
8.1
Episode 4
A Trash Game Realignment of Elevated Tastes
8.1
Episode 5
Lo, Thou Art Assailed on All Sides
8.1
Episode 6
The Writing Tool Knight-Queen
8.1
Episode 7
Remnant of the Divinity: The Aberrant Loser
8.1
Episode 8
The 300-Limit Pandemonium
8.1
Episode 9
A Dazzling Sea of Trees
8.1
Episode 10
Let's Go Tomb Raiding!!
8.1
Episode 11
The Glimmer of Truth
8.1
Episode 12
Regrets Always Lie in the Past
8.1
Episode 13
Only Resentments About the End of Life Remain
8.1
Episode 14
Squish
8.1
Episode 15
Putting Feelings Into a Moment (1)
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Episode 16
Putting Feelings Into a Moment (2)
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Episode 17
Putting Feelings Into a Moment (3)
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Episode 18
Putting Feelings Into a Moment (4)
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Episode 19
The World Progresses, the Heroes Are Revealed
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Episode 20
Current Situations and Next Steps
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Episode 21
Errands, Cultivation, and Game Progress
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Episode 22
The Walking Air Purifier
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Episode 23
Bird and Rabbits VS Chorus of Skeletons
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Episode 24
Rare Items, Worth More than Life Itself
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Episode 25
Those Who Illuminate the World's Darkness
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Episode 26
Half-Naked Birdman and the Gang in Golem Paradise
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Episode 27
The Uncompromising Gatekeeper
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Episode 28
Accelerating Meetings, Surging Desire, and the Start of Various Threads
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Episode 29
When Humanity Dreams of the Impossible and Takes to the Skies
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Episode 30
The Impetus of Hunger; the Persistence of Thirst
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Episode 31
After the Fierce Battle, Despair
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Episode 32
The Wings in a Draw
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Episode 33
The Lion Catches a Rabbit with Its Full Strength; the Crab Catches a Phoenix with a Pizza Cutter
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Episode 34
Run, Fueled by Impatience
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Episode 35
Track It Like a Bloodhound
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Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (1)
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Episode 37
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (2)
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Episode 38
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (3)
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Episode 39
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (4)
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Episode 40
Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition, Part 5
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Episode 41
What Do You Play Games For? Their Answers
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Episode 42
A Straight Flush Mixed With Jokers
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Episode 43
The Crimson Whale Meets the Monster Fish
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Episode 44
Revive, Broken City, Your Peace At an End
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Episode 45
Time to Fillet a Dragon Fish
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Episode 46
Venturing Wolves Then From the Seas to the Skyscrapers
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Episode 47
The Light Blazes Brightly, But for Just an Instant
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Episode 48
Malice at 100 Meters Per Second
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Episode 49
Great King of the Deep, I Humbly Seek to Crush You
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Episode 50
The Anonymous (Asinine) A-Team and a Crisis
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