Atobe Arihito
main character
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5.7
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- July 5, 2026 – September 20, 2026
- Season
- Summer 2026
- Source
- Light novel
- Studio
- Maho Film
- Director
- Yuuji Yanase
- Original creator
- Toowa Akatsuki
- Music
- Hinako Tsubakiyama, Fuwari
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 57/100
Estimated watch time
4h 48m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Isekai70%Female Harem65%Nudity60%Male Protagonist55%Medieval30%Dungeon20%Monster Girl20%
TVFINISHED2026 SUMMER5.7 / 10 AniList score
The World's Strongest Rearguard
世界最強の後衛 ～迷宮国の新人探索者～• Sekai Saikyou no Kouei: Meikyuukoku no Shinjin Tansakusha
Synopsis
After a fatal accident, overworked office worker Arihito Atobe is reborn in the Labyrinth Country as a Seeker with the rare Rearguard class—an all-purpose support role that excels in attack, defense, and healing. Joined by a fierce demi-human mercenary and his former boss, Arihito dives into deadly dungeons and rises through the ranks. The adventure of the strongest support class begins! (Source: Crunchyroll)
Should you watch The World's Strongest Rearguard?
The World's Strongest Rearguard has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 57/100 — 18% of 4,255 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #78 most popular anime of 2026, and #26 most popular anime of Summer 2026 on AniList.
Of the 22K AniList users who started it, 11.4% dropped it, so it is dropped more often than most; 7.7K have finished it.
At about 4 h 48 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Adventure, Fantasy — especially isekai, female harem, nudity.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Toowa Akatsuki
- Director
- Yuuji Yanase
- Series composition
- Hitomi Mieno
- Character design
- Eriko Yanagimoto
- Music
- Hinako Tsubakiyama
- Music
- Fuwari
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“license” by Redhair Rosy · eps 1-
Endings (1)
- ED1“Owaranai Yoru no Mamorikata” by Inner Journey · eps 1-
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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The World's Strongest Rearguard FAQ
How many episodes does The World's Strongest Rearguard have?
The World's Strongest Rearguard has 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 4 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch The World's Strongest Rearguard?
About 4 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is The World's Strongest Rearguard finished?
Yes. The World's Strongest Rearguard has finished airing — the final episode aired September 20, 2026.
Is there a season 2 of The World's Strongest Rearguard?
No sequel is listed for The World's Strongest Rearguard as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original light novel.
Is The World's Strongest Rearguard based on a light novel?
Yes. The World's Strongest Rearguard adapts the light novel by Toowa Akatsuki.
Who animated The World's Strongest Rearguard?
The World's Strongest Rearguard was animated by Maho Film and directed by Yuuji Yanase.
Who sings the opening of The World's Strongest Rearguard?
The opening, "license", is performed by Redhair Rosy.
Where can I watch The World's Strongest Rearguard?
The World's Strongest Rearguard is listed on Crunchyroll, Bilibili TV, iQ, YouTube. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.