Sentenced to Be a Hero

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

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