Ep 10. In the Midst of Turmoil

In the Midst of Turmoil is the tenth episode of the first season of The Rising of the Shield Hero. This episode begins with the aftermath of the Wave, which left the town of Lute destroyed. The Shield Hero, Naofumi, is seen helping the citizens by using his shield, which he can transform into different shapes to aid in the cleanup.

Meanwhile, the other heroes are celebrating their victory and taking credit for saving the town. Naofumi ignores them and proceeds with his duties, fixing the town and helping the survivors.

Later on, Naofumi meets with Princess Melty, who is the younger sister of the crown prince. She expresses her gratitude towards him for his heroism during the Wave and asks him to join her in an audience with the queen. Naofumi is hesitant at first but ultimately decides to go with her.

During their journey to the castle, they encounter a group of knights who try to assassinate them. Naofumi and Melty manage to escape, but they are forced to flee and hide. While on the run, they encounter an unusual creature that appears to be a cross between a rabbit and a cat. They decide to take it with them, naming it Filo.

After a long journey, they arrive at the castle, where they are met with hostility from the other heroes. They accuse Naofumi of kidnapping the princess and demand that he be put on trial. Naofumi tries to defend himself, but the other heroes gang up on him and make false accusations.

Melty intervenes and reveals that she came to the castle of her own free will and that Naofumi did not kidnap her. She also reveals that the true conspirator behind the assassination attempt was one of the other heroes. The others are shocked, but Naofumi is not surprised, as he has learned not to trust the other heroes.

In the end, Naofumi is exonerated of all charges, and he and Melty are granted an audience with the queen. However, their peace is short-lived, as they soon learn that a powerful enemy is planning to attack the kingdom.

In the Midst of Turmoil is a thrilling episode that captures the essence of the series. It showcases Naofumi's dedication to his duties as the Shield Hero and his perseverance in the face of adversity. The episode also introduces Filo, an adorable creature that adds a touch of light-heartedness to the series. Overall, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the series and for anyone who enjoys action-packed, fantasy anime.