The Rising of the Shield Hero Anthology: Together with Raphtalia

This official manga anthology offers a heartwarming collection of short stories by various guest artists, focusing entirely on the endearing charm and loyalty of Raphtalia, the beloved heroine of The Rising of the Shield Hero. Featuring a stunning cover illustration by Kyu Aiya, the volume explores a wide array of endearing scenarios from the characters' daily lives. The narrative segments range from quiet moments with the weapon shop owner and a family day off, to culinary misadventures as Raphtalia attempts a special cooking operation. Other tales depict late-night conversations with the Shield Hero, a puzzling age-regression incident, early training days with still-blunt weapons, and quiet respites sought amidst their travels. The collection also includes a special written story by the original creator, Aneko Yusagi, detailing a fierce strategic battle against the series' notorious balloon monsters, rounding out an essential tribute for fans of the franchise.