Tokyo, Japan (September 7, 2025) – The highly anticipated 23rd episode of the Japanese and Chinese co-produced anime series “To Be Hero X,” titled “Lie,” premiered today, September 7, 2025, delving into the backstory of the character Ahu and his evolving journey as a hero. The episode is now available for streaming on Crunchyroll, offering both subbed and dubbed versions.
Episode 23: “Lie” Synopsis and Key Themes
“Lie” focuses on Ahu, the 8th-ranked hero, who possesses shapeshifting abilities and gained self-awareness as a Shar Pei due to the public’s faith. The narrative explores his past growing up in the circus and his initial aversion to children, a sentiment that begins to shift upon his encounter with Xin Ya. This episode is a significant part of the “Ahu Arc,” which highlights his motivations and challenges as he strives to be a hero for his young owner.
The episode also continues to address the struggles of other characters, with references to “Nice hitting rock bottom” and discussions surrounding his character’s journey within the series. This suggests a pivotal moment for several interconnected plotlines as the series approaches its conclusion.
Where to Watch and Content Advisory
Viewers can stream “To Be Hero X” Episode 23, “Lie,” on Crunchyroll. The platform hosts both the original Japanese audio with English subtitles and an English dub.
As with previous episodes, “To Be Hero X” Episode 23 carries a content advisory for viewers aged 14 and older, citing themes such as flashing lights, profanity, smoking, suicide, and violence.
The World of “To Be Hero X”
“To Be Hero X” is the third installment in the “To Be Hero” anthology franchise, a unique animation series co-produced by BeDream, Bilibili, and Aniplex. The series premiered on April 6, 2025, on Fuji Television and other channels in Japan. It is set in a world where the collective “faith” of people grants individuals superpowers, allowing ordinary citizens to become superheroes based on their “trust values,” which are reflected on their wrists. These values are fluid, making the path of heroism unpredictable.
The anime is directed by Li Haolin, with a notable musical score contributed by a team including Hiroyuki Sawano, Kohta Yamamoto, and others. The opening theme, “INERTIA,” is performed by Hiroyuki Sawano featuring Rei (Newspeak), and the ending theme, “KONTINUUM,” is by SennaRin.
Episode 23 is a crucial step in the ongoing narrative, building towards the overarching “X Arc” set to conclude the series with Episode 24.
