Ep 4. The Party of Heroes

The episode "The Party of Heroes" is the fourth episode of season 4 of the popular anime series High School DxD. It follows the story of a high school student named Issei Hyodo, who gets killed by a girl on his first date and is then revived by a demonic princess named Rias Gremory. Issei then finds himself getting drawn into the world of devils, angels, and fallen angels, as he becomes Rias' servant and a part of her peerage.

At the start of the episode, Issei and his friends are preparing for the annual school festival, where they will be setting up a haunted house. But their plans for the festival are interrupted when they receive a summons from the leaders of the other devil factions. The occasion is a party being held in honor of the heroes who have saved the world from destruction, including Issei and his friends.

Despite being hesitant at first, Issei and his friends decide to attend the party, where they will have the chance to meet some of their idols and heroes. Upon arrival, they are greeted by a room filled with famous figures from the devil, angel, and fallen angel camps. These include the likes of Sirzechs Lucifer, a high-ranking devil, and Azazel, a fallen angel who serves as the leader of the Grigori.

As the party gets underway, Issei is introduced to several other members of the devil community, including some of the girls who have shown interest in him in the past. Things take a turn for the worse when a group of terrorists attempts to ruin the party by releasing a deadly virus that threatens the lives of everyone in attendance.

Issei and his friends are quick to step in and try to stop the terrorists, but they soon realize that they may be outmatched. In the midst of the chaos, Issei has a sudden realization, and he decides to use his Sacred Gear, Boosted Gear, to gain the upper hand. With the power of the Sacred Gear and the help of his friends, Issei is able to neutralize the virus and save the lives of everyone at the party.

The episode ends with Issei and his friends being hailed as heroes, and with Issei coming to a new understanding of his own power and potential. They leave the party with the knowledge that they can make a difference in the world of devils, angels, and fallen angels, and that they are heroes in their own right.

Overall, "The Party of Heroes" is an exciting and action-packed episode that adds to the depth and complexity of the High School DxD storyline. With its mix of humor, romance, and drama, it is a perfect example of why this anime has become such a popular and enduring franchise. Whether you are a longtime fan of the series or are just starting to explore its vast world, this episode is sure to leave you eager for more.