Sentenced to Be a Hero
Yuusha Kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku
What is Sentenced to Be a Hero?
Sentenced to Be a Hero follows Xylo Forbartz, a condemned goddess killer forced into Penal Hero Unit 9004, where heroism itself becomes punishment. Trapped in an endless cycle of resurrection and combat against monstrous abominations, Xylo's fate changes when a mysterious goddess appears. Their alliance ignites a rebellion that could break the chains binding them to eternal torment.
In a world where heroism is a punishment, Xylo Forbartz, a condemned goddess killer, battles endless hordes of monstrous abominations as part of Penal Hero Unit 9004. Death is no escape, only a cycle of resurrection and relentless combat. But when Xylo encounters a mysterious new goddess, their unlikely alliance sparks a rebellion that could shatter the chains of eternal punishment. (Source: Crunchyroll) Notes: - The first episode aired with a runtime of ~58 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode. - Initially scheduled to air in October, 2025