The highly anticipated first season of the Chinese-Japanese co-production anime, “To Be Hero X,” reached its thrilling conclusion with Episode 24, which premiered on September 13, 2025, for Eastern Time audiences and September 14, 2025, in Japan. The 24-episode season captivated viewers with its unique take on the superhero genre, culminating in a finale packed with major revelations and intense action, while simultaneously laying the groundwork for a potential second season.
Major Twists and Revelations in Episode 24
The season finale, titled “X,” delivered on months of fan speculation and buildup. A central point was the long-awaited reveal of the anonymous hero X’s true identity. This disclosure was accompanied by a shocking plot twist involving the apparent return of Nice, a character whose tragic suicide had been a significant plot point earlier in the series. Nice seemingly reappeared alongside Lin Ling and other top heroes, poised to compete in the Hero Tournament.
Beyond individual character arcs, the finale delved into the true history of the Hero Commission, reframing the series’ overarching narrative. X played a pivotal role in exposing this hidden history to Ahu, the dog hero, suggesting a deeper, more complex web of control and manipulation beneath the surface of the hero world.
Action and Animation Praised
Reviewers and fans alike lauded Episode 24 for its exceptional animation and combat sequences. Hero X’s performance in particular was highlighted, showcasing his “untouchable” and “unbothered” fighting style against numerous adversaries. The episode utilized a dynamic blend of 2D and 3D animation, a hallmark of the series, to create a visually impressive spectacle. One sequence, where X’s theme played during a fight, was singled out as “freaking awesome.”
The finale also notably kicked off with an innovative recap reel framed as an in-universe news report, effectively summarizing crucial plot points without resorting to recycled scenes.
Setting the Stage for “To Be Hero X” Season 2
While the finale provided some resolution, it deliberately left many questions unanswered, serving as a powerful setup for future installments. The episode heavily teased a second season, with a montage in the outro depicting X alongside never-before-seen heroes and villains. This sequence, accompanied by an acoustic version of the anime’s ending song “KONTINUUM,” hinted that the next chapter will explore the origin of X’s reality-bending powers.
The long-awaited Hero Tournament, which had been a consistent thread throughout the season, was finally set in motion during the finale, although the full tournament itself was held for future content. Additionally, the episode introduced the possibility of a new villain and hinted at the return of Zero, a legendary hero-turned-villain, suggesting that X’s ultimate mission is to break a cycle of manipulation and suffering orchestrated by a powerful, hidden force. The implications are that X will become the central character in the potential second season, with the narrative revolving around his efforts to confront this “fate.”
Despite leaving some mysteries unsolved, the finale has been widely considered a strong conclusion that successfully heightened anticipation for “To Be Hero X” Season 2, which is reportedly anticipated in 2026. All episodes of “To Be Hero X” Season 1 are available for streaming on Crunchyroll, with Netflix carrying the series in select regions.
