This post contains spoilers for Sentenced To Be A Hero.

Sentenced To Be A Hero made its return after a week-long absence. The first episode caused a surge in the series' popularity, and it was among the most discussed anime of the week. After making such a positive impact, fans were wondering if the next episode of Sentenced To Be A Hero would be able to replicate the quality.

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Fortunately, the new episode was good, and it gave the audience more insight into the world of Sentenced To Be A Hero, which is important, especially since the anime has just started.

Xylo And His Team Were Sent On Another Dangerous Mission

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Towards the end of the first episode, it was revealed that Xylo had been set up by the higher-ups for some unknown reason. However, no one believed him, so he was sentenced to become a hero, which is the harshest punishment. After the reveal, things have become more interesting, and the audience wants to know why Xylo was set up. Unfortunately, the new episode of the anime didn't shed too much light on this particular mystery. Instead, they put focus on the functioning of the Temple and the people associated with it.

In the second episode, Xylo was sent to a village to help the Holy Knights deal with miners who had turned into faeries. The corruption was spreading, and it wouldn't stop until it had engulfed everything in its path. However, Xylo's mission didn't involve saving any of the villagers. Instead, he and his squad were tasked with setting up a camp for the Holy Knights.

The Heroes Defeated The Faeries

Upon arriving in the village, Xylo, Norgalle Senridge, and Tatsuya went inside the mines to begin their operation. Not long after entering, they encountered creatures that the Blight had transformed. Upon dealing with the faeries, a trapped miner reveals that there are more people in distress who need to be rescued. Captain Kivia was not open to the idea, as she had been strictly ordered to destroy the mine with explosives. Eventually, Xylo decides to go on a rescue mission but leaves Teoritta behind.

Sentenced To Be A Hero Episode 3 Release Date

Sentenced To Be A Hero Will Release On January 22

Sentenced To Be A Hero returns on January 22
The episode will focus on Xylo as he helps trapped people

Sentenced To Be A Hero Episode 3 will be released on January 22nd, 2026. It is titled, "Sentence: Clear the Zewan Gan Tunnels Part 2." From the finale of the previous episode, it's quite clear that the third episode will focus on Xylo as he begins his mission to save the miners from certain death. Since they are trapped deep inside the mines, Xylo is likely to encounter many faeries, which could be a problem. Even though he is a hero, there is a limit to how many people he can fight. So, it is rather likely that Xylo will be helped by Teoritta, Norgalle, and Tatsuya.

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There's also a fair chance that Kivia might start to have a change of heart and decide to provide backup to the heroes and the goddess. If Kivia does aid Xylo, then it will make her character even more interesting, especially since she seems like a yes-man for the higher-ups. So far, she has shown nothing but hatred towards Xylo, as she believes that he is a sick and sordid person who killed a goddess. If Kivia does end up helping the hero, then it could lead to the beginning of a much more amicable relationship between Xylo and her.

Sentenced To Be A Hero will also highlight the cruel nature of the priests and other army personnel. It has already been confirmed that most, if not all, people belonging to the two groups are malevolent and have no empathy. They only care about carrying out orders and living good lives.

Where To Watch Sentenced To Be A Hero Episode 3?

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Sentenced To Be A Hero Episode 3 will be available to watch on Crunchyroll almost immediately after it airs in Japan. The episode will be available with English subtitles and Japanese audio. Sentenced To Be A Hero Episode 3's English dub should also be available once the anime premieres. So, fans don't have to wait weeks for the dubbed version.

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