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The Best Episodes of How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1

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Suddenly summoned to a fantasy world and betrothed to the princess, Kazuya Souma is crowned the new king. Unlike the royalty before him, he won’t be using swords and magic to rule; will administrative reform

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 1 - First Begin with a Hero
    7.3/10(148 votes)

    #1 - First Begin with a Hero

    S1:E1

    University student Souma is suddenly summoned as a hero to the kingdom of Elfrieden, which is facing a number of crises, both foreign and domestic. Souma confers with the king and prime minister, after which the king makes a stunning announcement.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 2 - If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It
    8.0/10(125 votes)

    #2 - If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It

    S1:E2

    Souma is checked for any magical powers, and puts his results to use with the administrative paperwork. Hoping to recruit more competent personnel for his staff, Souma sends out a nationwide broadcast offering prizes to the most talented in the land.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 3 - Let Not Me Be a Loyal Minister
    8.1/10(126 votes)

    #3 - Let Not Me Be a Loyal Minister

    S1:E3

    The results of the talent search are in, and the kingdom holds a recognition and award ceremony for the winners. Five uniquely talented individuals come before Souma to demonstrate their skills, and find a place for themselves within his royal court.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 4 - The Forefinger Twitches
    7.7/10(120 votes)

    #4 - The Forefinger Twitches

    S1:E4

    After Souma realizes the true gravity of Tomoe's ability, he ensures that it remains a secret, and that she is kept safe. Juna and Poncho host a program that shows how to prepare readily-available but unconventional ingredients during the food shortage.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 5 - Well Fed, Well Regarded
    7.9/10(113 votes)

    #5 - Well Fed, Well Regarded

    S1:E5

    Juna and Poncho close out their cooking show with their take on udon noodles. Marx steps down as prime minister, and as Hakuya fills the vacancy, he insists that Souma get some rest. Souma, Liscia, and Aisha take a tour of the castle town incognito.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 6 - The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an Advantage
    7.9/10(112 votes)

    #6 - The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an Advantage

    S1:E6

    While at Lorelei, Souma overhears two soldiers arguing about whether to side with or against the new king. Hakuya reviews the political situation concerning the neighboring lands with the king. Souma and Liscia discuss the nature of their engagement.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 7 - Thus Saith the Elder
    7.9/10(109 votes)

    #7 - Thus Saith the Elder

    S1:E7

    Souma dispatches his magically-controlled mascot warrior to join an adventurer party. After securing funding with his team of accountants, Souma sets out to build a new port city and network of roads, but runs into opposition from the local residents.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 8 - The Forest in Labour
    7.9/10(107 votes)

    #8 - The Forest in Labour

    S1:E8

    Kaede leads an engineering corps, including Halbert, in constructing a road. As the work detail receives a royal inspection from Souma and Liscia, an urgent message from Aisha's father arrives, informing them of a natural disaster in their homeland.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 9 - Contrary to Wishes
    8.3/10(108 votes)

    #9 - Contrary to Wishes

    S1:E9

    The Three Dukes meet to discuss what to do about King Souma. In Amidonia, Gaius receives word from Georg accepting his aid, and prepares to invade Elfrieden over the objections of his finance minister. Souma delivers his ultimatum to the Three Dukes.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 10 - No Place of Joy Hath a Soldier
    8.3/10(103 votes)

    #10 - No Place of Joy Hath a Soldier

    S1:E10

    Gaius leads an invasion force from Amidonia into the kingdom and lays siege to the city of Altomura. Meanwhile, in Randel, the Forbidden Army constructs a fort from which they engage Georg's forces, while Red Dragon City receives its own surprise attack.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 11 - Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach Tree
    8.2/10(100 votes)

    #11 - Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach Tree

    S1:E11

    Souma and his entourage confront Vargas in his castle before hurrying off to Randel to regroup with the Forbidden Army. A stunning truth about Georg is revealed by Glaive, leading to a dramatic turn of events with Gaius and his forces at Altomura.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 12 - When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet Free
    7.7/10(99 votes)

    #12 - When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet Free

    S1:E12

    Under Gaius's command, the Amidonian army launches a full-scale attack to retake Van, but Souma and his forces move to stop them. In the aftermath of the war, there are serious consequences to be faced and plans for reconciliation to be put into action.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 13 - To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme Excellence
    7.9/10(107 votes)

    #13 - To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme Excellence

    S1:E13

    Jeanne Euphoria of the Gran Chaos Empire is sent to Van to deal with the occupation. Roroa observes the newfound freedom of the citizens of Van. Poncho locates a source of food for the impoverished citizens. Souma, Juna and Tomoe enjoy a day off together.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 14 - Amidonia in a Lion's Skin
    7.3/10(7 votes)

    #14 - Amidonia in a Lion's Skin

    S1:E14

    Julius, the son of Gaius, attempts to reclaim his former territory of Van from Souma, backed by the authority of the Gran Chaos Empire. The power to negotiate is given to Jeanne Euphoria, younger sister of Empress Maria Euphoria.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 15 - Becoming Good Friends Who Never Offend
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #15 - Becoming Good Friends Who Never Offend

    S1:E15

    Jeanne's negotiations continue. These negotiations are no longer in the hands of Julius, but wholly a matter for the Gran Chaos Empire and the Kingdom of Elfrieden. Further, Jeanne sees a new future and a new world in Souma.

    Director:Yuki Kanezawa
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 16 - Tyranny Is More Terrible than Tigers
    7.7/10(7 votes)

    #16 - Tyranny Is More Terrible than Tigers

    S1:E16

    Van is returned to Julius as a result of the mediation of the Grand Chaos Empire, in exchange for a great deal of reparation costs. Souma returns to the Kingdom of Elfrieden, where many other problems yet remain.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 17 - A Warrior Will Die for One Who Understands Him
    7.3/10(7 votes)

    #17 - A Warrior Will Die for One Who Understands Him

    S1:E17

    Souma is victorious in both the Elfrieden civil war and the battle against Amidonia. However, his victory was won as a result of the devotion of a man named Georg. Still, the law is the law, and Souma must pass down a harsh judgment against Georg.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 18 - Seeing Snake Shadows in Every Cup
    7.4/10(7 votes)

    #18 - Seeing Snake Shadows in Every Cup

    S1:E18

    Weathering a number of problems, Souma more or less finishes dealing with the aftermath of the war. However, he was set upon by an inexplicable anxiety, the distress and pressure only felt by those in authority. It was not something he could bear alone.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 19 - Strike While the Iron Is Hot
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #19 - Strike While the Iron Is Hot

    S1:E19

    Royal Guard Captain Ludwin's childhood friend, Genia, was a rare breed of mad scientist. Her inventions leave even Souma, who comes from a world of science and technology, in astonishment... In addition to being utterly dumbfounded.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 20 - Aping the Frown of Beauty
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #20 - Aping the Frown of Beauty

    S1:E20

    With Van, the capital of Amidonia, returned to Julius, so too returns the oppressive rule of the government. The people's dissatisfaction increases day by day, until finally they end up revolting. Julius's sister, Roroa, then comes before Souma.

    Director:Yuki Kanezawa
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 21 - Using Shrimp as Bait to Catch Sea Bream, but Instead Catching a Shark
    7.0/10(7 votes)

    #21 - Using Shrimp as Bait to Catch Sea Bream, but Instead Catching a Shark

    S1:E21

    Roroa's arrival further complicates the situation between Amidonia and the Kingdom of Elfrieden. It was an outcome not even Souma had anticipated. In response, a conference between Grand Chaos Empire Empress Maria Euphoria and Souma must be convened.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 22 - Those Without Wisdom Are Fools
    7.9/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Those Without Wisdom Are Fools

    S1:E22

    An unusual Friedonian slave trader named Ginger Camus gave his slaves clean clothes and enough to eat, as well as providing them with an education, little knowing that this would eventually end up rocking the kingdom.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 23 - Gargling and Hand Washing Are the Basis of Disease Prevention
    7.5/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Gargling and Hand Washing Are the Basis of Disease Prevention

    S1:E23

    Refugees are one of modern society's great challenges, and the Kingdom of Friedonia is no exception. Refugees who had been driven from their lands by invading monsters have gathered outside the walls of the capital and started an encampment.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 24 - Away from My Hometown for So Many Years
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #24 - Away from My Hometown for So Many Years

    S1:E24

    Souma and the others visit the refugees, where they help an expectant mother with a difficult delivery. The newborn life provides hope and a foundation for the future to the refugees, but not all of them accept the future Souma presents them.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 Episode 25 - Know Your Enemy and Know Yourself, and Your Union Shall Not Be Endangered
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #25 - Know Your Enemy and Know Yourself, and Your Union Shall Not Be Endangered

    S1:E25

    One evening, Excel whispers to the fiancées Liscia, Aisha, Juna, and Roroa that she will teach them how to please their man, and suddenly commences a "Fiancées' Bridal Course". The secrets of Souma and his fiancées are about to come to light.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"First Begin with a Hero" is the best rated episode of "How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 148 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/4/2021. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It".