During the event KyoMAF anime news was presented Sentenced to be a Hero: The Prison Records of Penal Hero Unit 9004adaptation of the light novels of Rocket Shokai. The production released a second promotional video and confirmed two new members of the main cast.
New voices confirmed
The distribution adds to Shōya Chibawho will give life to Jayce Partiractalready Yoko Hikasawho will play Neely. Both join a cast that already has several recognized names in the industry.
Change in release date
Although initially scheduled for October, the series delayed its release and will now debut in January 2026. In addition, the premiere will be with a special episode of 60 minutesan unusual bet that seeks to hook the public from the beginning.
The story behind the anime
The full title of the work is Yūsha-kei ni Shosu: Chōbatsu Yūsha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku. The plot focuses on a world where the so-called “heroes” are used as weapons in the service of the government and, instead of glory, they receive punishments and condemnations. A story that mixes action, social criticism and a dark background around the concept of “being a hero.”
What do you think that Sentenced to be a Hero start with a special one-hour episode? Do you think it will help attract more audiences since its premiere?
