The spring season 2025 has barely started and to be Hero x already shows why it is among the anime of the moment. With an intense debut, full of twists and bold visual identity, the first episode delivers everything the trailers promised over the months - and perhaps even more.
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In the first few minutes, we are thrown into a universe different from the traditional formula, where heroes and villains gain power based on two values: trust and fear . This premise not only innovates, but also paves the way for deeper discussions, without losing the rapid pace that defines the episode.
What is the story of to be hero x?
The story begins with Lin Ling , a newly demoted publicist who, unintentionally, witnesses Nice's suicide, hero number 10 in the ranking. From there, Lin is forced to assume the identity of the deceased to avoid a scandal. But what seemed just an difficult mission soon proves to be an even greater puzzle: Why did Nice die? And what did he hide?
The tension grows with the suspicion of the return of a terrorist organization called Spotlight and the appearance of the enigmatic Miss J , which suggests that Lin's fate may be the same as his predecessor. The final shock of the episode - the death of Moon, Nice's partner - only reinforces the dark and mystery tone of the series.
Highlight for the script, but it is the animation that really shines
But if the plot already holds attention, it is in the animation that to be hero x really shines. Bedream studio mixes with mastery 2D and 3D , using each technique to represent specific moments of the narrative. Flashbacks gain nostalgic air using varied 2D, while battles gain dynamism with stylized 3D. The creative choice of representing a black and white retro look villain, for example, reinforces the contrast between past and present in a genius way.
Trust Value (for heroes) and Fear Value power scaling system, also deserves featured in this first episode. It not only brings originality to the genre, it serves as a metaphor for the impact of public image in digital times of everyday life.
However, the anime to be hero x started with his foot on the door - and promises to be bold as one of the great surprises of the season. The series is available on Crunchyroll with subtitles and voice acting in Portuguese.
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