In a world where trust creates superheroes, in the long-awaited anime To Be Hero X, heroes aren’t just born—they’re believed into existence. Here, trust fuels superpowers, and without it, even the mightiest hero is rendered powerless. Every move, every battle, every decision impacts a hero’s “trust value,” a crucial data point that determines their standing in the ever-changing hero rankings. Once every two years, the best of the best gather for the ultimate showdown: a Hero Tournament where reputations are forged, powers are tested, and the rankings are rewritten. At the pinnacle of it all stands the ultimate champion, known only as “X.”
With To Be Hero X, bilibili and Aniplex are bringing a fresh, competitive twist to the superhero genre to Crunchyroll. The recently released character concept trailers give us a first look at the unique personalities, struggles, and ambitions of the heroes vying for the top spot. Packed with stunning visuals, gripping storytelling, and a world where trust is the ultimate currency, To Be Hero X is shaping up to be a must-watch for anime fans.
Will you trust enough to witness the rise of X?
Mamoru Miyano as X
A man in a suit who claimed the title of X in the blink of an eye. His lack of affiliation to any organization makes him all the more enigmatic.
Kana Hanazawa as Queen
The pinnacle of female heroes, Queen is superior in many ways. She hopes to win the tournament to bring order to the world.
Koki Uchiyama as Dragon Boy
An unruly lone wolf known for his superhuman resilience, he eagerly awaits his opportunity to take the title of X with his indomitable fighting spirit.
Yuichi Nakamura as Ghostblade
A cool-headed hero who completes his mission without uttering a single word. He is loved by his many fans for the silence with which he completes his work and for the chiseled, handsome face behind the mask.
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as
Little Johnny / Big Johnny
A hero duo that’s become famous for their mascott-like charm. Once Big Johnny goes berserk, only Little Johnny can stop him.
Ayane Sakura as Loli –
A girl in a battle suit jam-packed with all kinds of tricky gadgets. She confronts all her opponents with engineering talent and a strong sense of justice.
Inori Minase as Lucky Cyan
A singer-songwriter blessed with exceptional luck and a natural voice. Lucky Cyan is overwhelmingly popular both as a hero and as a musician.
Koichi Yamadera as Ahu
An empathic, loyal hero dog that made it into the Top 10 at record speed, Ahu turns gratitude into superpowers.
Nobunaga Shimazaki as E-Soul
A legendary hero long cherished by the people. Slays his enemies with lightning speed.
Natsuki Hanae as Nice
A manifestation of the perfect hero as imagined by the people. He brings the elegance of a ballerino to all his battles, mesmerizing all who witness them.
To Be Hero X will broadcast in Japan on Fuji TV .
Crunchyroll will simulcast the series starting APRIL 5.
