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シャングリラ・フロンティア

シャングリラ・フロンティア

2023 - 2025

What Do You Play Games For?

1st October 2023
Episode 1
What makes you game? For every 100 amazing games, there are a thousand that are not good. This is the story of Rakuro Hizutome, a man who loves, and is loved by, crappy video games, and his journey in the world of Shangri-La Frontier, one of the greatest video games of all time. The ultimate "Game x Fantasy" story, about a "crappy game hunter" who challenges one of the greatest games ever made!

A Peculiar One

8th October 2023
Episode 2
Rakuro fights the Ravenous Python, arrives in the game's second town, and explores its weapons crafting system before venturing out at night.

Black Wolf Nightslayer

15th October 2023
Episode 3
The battle with Lycagon the Nightslayer leaves Sunraku in an unexpected situation. Soon after, he's barreling down the rabbit hole to a new adventure!

A Trash Game Realignment of Elevated Tastes

22nd October 2023
Episode 4
Sunraku agrees to train under Vysache and he's saddled with the Vorpal Soul Collar which decreases his EXP gain but increases stat point rewards upon leveling up. Afterward Emul offers to join Sunraku's party and they set off for Thirdrema.

Lo, Thou Art Assailed on All Sides

29th October 2023
Episode 5
On their way to Thirdrema, Sunraku an Emul encounter the area boss Mud Digger in the middle of a swamp which greatly reduces their movement. Being at a disadvantage Sunraku needs figure out how his newly evolved skills work so he can take Mud Digger down.

The Writing Tool Knight-Queen

5th November 2023
Episode 6
Sunraku encounters Arthur Pencilgon, whom he knows as Pencil Knight from another game called "Unite Rounds". She brings with her a message that he either publish what he knows about the unique scenario or wear a target on his back.

Remnant of the Divinity: The Aberrant Loser

12th November 2023
Episode 7
Sunraku manages to stave off his attackers and reach Thirdrema, where he and Emul then travel back to Rabituza. Emul then takes Sunraku to the Vorpal Colosseum where he's pitted against 10 opponents to further his training.

The 300-Limit Pandemonium

19th November 2023
Episode 8
The 10th opponent in the Rabituza arena is the Aberrant Woodmage, a powerful foe combining fast attacks with magic. Underleveled and understatted, Sunraku only needs to survive five minutes to win... but can he make it happen?!

A Dazzling Sea of Trees

26th November 2023
Episode 9
Sunraku has to make it out of town so he can move on to the Prismatic Forest Grotto, but Ashura Kai and Psyger-0 stand in his way. Once he reaches the grotto itself, a dazzling array of sights await him!

Let's Go Tomb Raiding!!

3rd December 2023
Episode 10
Sunraku continues his way through the Prismatic Forest Grotto where he encounters the area boss Clown Spider. He tells Emul to stay back as he wants to solo it first try with a no-hit run.

The Glimmer of Truth

10th December 2023
Episode 11
Sunraku speaks with Vysache about their plans to defeat Wethermon the Tombguard. After their discussion Vysache decides to help Sunraku in his endeavor by ascending his weapons.

Regrets Always Lie in the Past

17th December 2023
Episode 12
Pencilgon sends Sunraku and Oikatzo to the Iron Ruins of the Divinity to grind their levels to at least level 50. While there they encounter the Lifestide Lake Serpent monster.

Only Resentments About the End of Life Remain

24th December 2023
Episode 13
Pencilgon, Sunraku, and Oikatzo make their way to find the NPC Setsuna of Bygone Days, Wethermon's former lover. She presents to them the Unique Scenario "From the Living World, With Love" which they accept.

Squish

7th January 2024
Episode 14
Sunraku has encountered a new player named Dragonfly in "BERP". The two engage in a series of matches with bug exploits allowed. Afterwards Sunrakru heads to Rabituza to link his skills at the Skill Garden.

Putting Feelings Into a Moment (1)

21st January 2024
Episode 15
On the night of the new moon, the members of Ashura Kai are ambushed by a group of allied clans including Psyger-0. Meanwhile, Sunraku, Oikatzo, and Pencilgon confront Wethermon the Tombguard at the Hidden Garden.

Putting Feelings Into a Moment (2)

28th January 2024
Episode 16
Sunraku and the others are engaged in a battle against Wethermon the Tombguard, and making full use of resurrection items. Ten minutes have passed since the battle began and Wethermon summons his tactical mount "Kirin".

Putting Feelings Into a Moment (3)

4th February 2024
Episode 17
The battle with Wethermon the Tombguard moves to its next phase. Pencilgon and Oikatzo, exploiting rare items, focus on Kirin who has transformed into a suit of armor. Meanwhile Sunraku goes on the offensive to defeat Wethermon before he crumbles away.

Putting Feelings Into a Moment (4)

11th February 2024
Episode 18
Items are depleted, weapons and gear are on the verge of breaking, and Wethermon continues his Clear Sky Conquest barrage on Sunraku while Pencilgon and Oikatzo continue their efforts to dismantle Kirin Armor. Sunraku goes all-in to finish the fight.

The World Progresses, the Heroes Are Revealed

18th February 2024
Episode 19
Wethermon falls into a slumber and Setsuna of Bygone Days leaves behind a hint that will lead to the truth about SLF. Wethermon's subjugation is reported to all players in game. Now, standing before the battle-weary trio are angry members of Ashura Kai...

Current Situations and Next Steps

25th February 2024
Episode 20
Utopia, SLF's development company, is in a tizzy over the defeat of Wethermon the Tombguard. Sunraku is excited to kick off his bonus unique scenario Vorpal Epic. He then decides to check out the loot he received from defeating Wethermon.

Errands, Cultivation, and Game Progress

3rd March 2024
Episode 21
"Unique monsters make money" Pencilgon suggests forming a clan with Sunraku and Oikatzo. After temporarily splitting, Sunraku returns to the Palace of Rabituza with the Non-Standard Ether Reactor he received from Oikatzo and comes up with a great idea."

The Walking Air Purifier

10th March 2024
Episode 22
Bilac accepts Sanraku's proposal and they head to the Canyon of Ancient Souls to obtain the magic operations unit necessary for becoming an Ancient Craftsman. Lycagon's Mark causes weak monsters to flee, then they encounter the rare Dullahan General.

Bird and Rabbits VS Chorus of Skeletons

17th March 2024
Episode 23
Sunraku, Emul, and Bilac face off against the area boss the Humming Lich in the Canyon of Ancient Souls. Struggling to inflict damage, Bilac rushes to rework the Dullahan General's Decapitator into a holy-attribute weapon.

Rare Items, Worth More than Life Itself

24th March 2024
Episode 24
Sunraku returns to the Canyon Ancient Souls, where he encounters a swarm of Crystal Scorpions that are over level 100. Struggling to acquire the rare materials he seeks, Sunraku watches the scorpions' movements and comes up with a secret plan...

Those Who Illuminate the World's Darkness

31st March 2024
Episode 25
Bilac finds jewelry among Sunraku's loot. In order to show them to a jeweler, she introduces Sunraku to Aramiys, the swordsman of Cazzeria, and vice captain of the Musketeers in Boots. Later they head to Eighthold where they encounter the Professor.

Half-Naked Birdman and the Gang in Golem Paradise

13th October 2024
Episode 26
To turn Beelac into an ancestral craftswoman and to get the futuristic toys in Inventoria up and running, Sunraku needs a magic control unit.

The Uncompromising Gatekeeper

20th October 2024
Episode 27
Sunraku and his pals make it into the Divinity-era workshop and retrieve the magic operations unit, but Pencilgon and Oikatzo have a score to settle with him before the quest proceeds any further.

Accelerating Meetings, Surging Desire, and the Start of Various Threads

27th October 2024
Episode 28
It's time for Sunraku to face the music as Pencilgon and Oikatzo force him to come face to face with the various factions he's been ignoring.

When Humanity Dreams of the Impossible and Takes to the Skies

3rd November 2024
Episode 29
Pencilgon makes a proposal to the other clans. Sunraku forwards his interests in Rabituza, and faces a setback in his farming of the Crystal Scorpions.

The Impetus of Hunger; the Persistence of Thirst

10th November 2024
Episode 30
Sunraku's attempts to farm the Crystal Scorpions for money are complicated when a giant gold scorpion enters the fray.

After the Fierce Battle, Despair

17th November 2024
Episode 31
In the midst of his god-like run, Sunraku faces a setback that sours him on Shangri-La Frontier, but his sister has some advice to turn things around.

The Wings in a Draw

24th November 2024
Episode 32
In Nephilim Hollow, Rust is slavering for a rematch with Sunraku, but Sunraku himself isn't in top fighting form after three months away from the game.

The Lion Catches a Rabbit with Its Full Strength; the Crab Catches a Phoenix with a Pizza Cutter

1st December 2024
Episode 33
The battle of Crimson Twinewing vs. Fiddler Crab reaches its climax, and Sunraku decides what to do next.

Run, Fueled by Impatience

8th December 2024
Episode 34
Back in Shangri-La Frontier, Sunraku needs to speed through the game to make his appointment with Mold and Rust. To make it in time, though, he'll have to ask a certain someone for aid.

Track It Like a Bloodhound

15th December 2024
Episode 35
Sunraku meets up with Psyger-0 to take on the Lightless Barrens, but can't get his head around his new companion's strange behavior.

Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (1)

22nd December 2024
Episode 36
SF-Zoo shows shocking resilience in the face of the strongest foe they've ever faced, and Sunraku, paired with Psyger-0, must decide how to approach the task.

Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (2)

29th December 2024
Episode 37
Sunraku and Psyger-0 engage Lycagon the Nightslayer, but Sunraku realizes that the assumptions he's made about the Colossus's patterns may not necessarily hold up.

Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (3)

5th January 2025
Episode 38
The battle between Sunraku, Psyger-0, and Lycagon continues! But just as the Colossus seems poised to dominate, a new ally joins the fray.

Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition (4)

12th January 2025
Episode 39
Psyger-0's Ultimate is almost ready for release, but first Rei must recite a long incantation. The rest of the team must cover Lycagon in the meantime, with Sunraku revealing the Gilta Brill's own ultimate attack as well.

Embrace the Lamplight of Ambition, Part 5

19th January 2025
Episode 40
Sunraku receives the consequences of his defeat of Lycagon's shade, and as the group moves on to Fifticia to meet with Rust and Mold, another new twist awaits him.

What Do You Play Games For? Their Answers

26th January 2025
Episode 41
Katzo and Pencilgon reaffirm their motives moving forward, and the defeat of Lycagon's shade has repercussions for the devs.

A Straight Flush Mixed With Jokers

2nd February 2025
Episode 42
Sunraku gets an intriguing offer from Kei, then meets up with Rust and Mold to pursue the Ctarnidd quest.

The Crimson Whale Meets the Monster Fish

9th February 2025
Episode 43
Sunraku and his new crew set out on the high seas to confront Ctarnidd and the Disciples of the Abyss.

Revive, Broken City, Your Peace At an End

16th February 2025
Episode 44
Sunraku and his new party fight on the ghost ship and unlock the next stage of the Ctarnidd quest: an underwater city!

Time to Fillet a Dragon Fish

23rd February 2025
Episode 45
Sunraku's plan to reunite his party ends with him fighting an overpowered dragon eel.

Venturing Wolves Then From the Seas to the Skyscrapers

2nd March 2025
Episode 46
Sunraku joins his teammates at the GGC where he learns more about the favor Katzo needs.

The Light Blazes Brightly, But for Just an Instant

9th March 2025
Episode 47
The miraculous light bursts forth in glory for a moment.

Malice at 100 Meters Per Second

16th March 2025
Episode 48
Rakuro should be training for his tournament match, but finds himself succumbing to the call of SLF.

Great King of the Deep, I Humbly Seek to Crush You

23rd March 2025
Episode 49
Sunraku's diversion back to SLF continues with a hair-raising battle against Atlanticus Lepnorca.

The Anonymous (Asinine) A-Team and a Crisis

30th March 2025
Episode 50
Nitro Squad prepares for the exhibition match, but disaster threatens Kei's rematch with Sylvia.
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Rakuro Hizutome only cares about one thing: beating crappy VR games. He devotes his entire life to these buggy games and could clear them all in his sleep. One day, he decides to challenge himself and play a popular god-tier game called Shangri-La Frontier. But he quickly learns just how difficult it is. Will his expert skills be enough to uncover its hidden secrets?

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