Ep 1. Wrestler x Summoning

In Kemono Michi: Rise Up season 1 episode 1, titled "Wrestler x Summoning", we are introduced to the main character, Genzo Shibata, a professional wrestler who loves animals more than anything else in the world. After a successful match, Genzo is summoned to a world where monsters and humans coexist, by the beautiful Queen of the Kingdom of Frey who needs his help to get rid of some giant beasts that are threatening the safety of her kingdom.

Genzo is reluctant at first, but after hearing that he can have all the animals he wants in this new world, he agrees to help the Queen and sets out on his journey. During his journey, he encounters strange creatures and meets new friends, including a powerful werewolf named Carmilla, and a round bird named Shigure, whom he saves from a group of bandits.

Together, they arrive at the Queen's castle and are welcomed by her attendants, including the mysterious Chamberlain. The Queen explains to them that the beasts are coming from a forest that is protected by powerful magic, and only a Summoner can break the seal and let them in. She asks Genzo to use his wrestling skills to defeat the Summoner and stop the beasts from attacking her kingdom.

Genzo and his group venture into the forest, avoiding traps and fighting off the Summoner's minions. They finally reach the Summoner's lair, where they are met with a surprise: The Summoner is a young girl named Shampoo, who captures Genzo and puts him in a cell. She explains that she doesn't want to hurt anyone and only wants to protect her forest, which is home to many endangered monsters.

After some persuasion, Genzo agrees to help Shampoo, and together they come up with a plan to stop the beasts without any violence. Genzo uses his wrestling skills to capture the beasts and bring them back to the forest, where they can live peacefully without harming anyone.

The Queen is impressed by Genzo's bravery and offers him a position in her kingdom, but Genzo refuses and decides to continue his journey with Carmilla and Shigure. As they leave the castle, they encounter a new challenge – a group of knights who want to challenge Genzo to a wrestling match. Genzo accepts the challenge, and the episode ends with a thrilling wrestling match between Genzo and the knights.

Overall, "Wrestler x Summoning" is an exciting and humorous episode that introduces us to the main characters and sets up the premise for the rest of the season. With its blend of action, comedy, and animal themes, Kemono Michi: Rise Up promises to be an enjoyable watch for fans of fantasy and wrestling alike.