Rune Soldier Season 1 Episode 1 The Hero Descends
- April 3, 2001
The Hero Descends is the first episode of the anime series Rune Soldier. The series follows a group of adventurers who journey through the world of Alecrast, a land of magic and mystery. The central character of the series, Louie, a bumbling and comical adventurer who dreams of being a great hero.
In this episode, Louie crash-lands into a town, where he meets fellow adventurers, Genie and Melissa. After an unsuccessful attempt to woo Melissa, Louie joins the pair in their latest mission to retrieve a valuable item for a client.
As they journey through the forest, they are attacked by a group of goblins. Despite their best efforts, the trio are unable to defeat the creatures. That is until Louie discovers a magical sword in the nearby ruins. Suddenly imbued with incredible power, Louie charges into battle, easily defeating the goblins.
As the group continues on their mission, they discover that their client is actually a group of bandits looking to steal the item for themselves. The group manages to fend off the thieves and retrieve the item for their true client.
The episode ends with Louie receiving a letter from his grandmother, warning him of great danger in the nearby kingdom of Ohfun. With his newfound power and the promise of further adventure, Louie sets off to face whatever challenges may come his way.
Overall, The Hero Descends sets the stage for an entertaining and lighthearted adventure series. The characters are likeable and the action scenes are well-executed, making for an enjoyable viewing experience. Fans of shonen and fantasy anime will likely enjoy Rune Soldier.