Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord — Season 1
12 episodesFirst aired 10 January 2026
E1The Young Genius's Harsh Expulsion From His Home
7.0Jan 202624m
A reincarnated Van trains relentlessly until his powerful magic leads his dismayed father to cast him out.
E2The Proper Way to Use Weak Magic
7.0Jan 202624m
Van arrives to find his new village under attack, so he defends his people, then plans for their future.
E3The Wonderful Renovation of an Impoverished Frontier
7.3Jan 202624m
Van strengthens village defenses as adventurers uncover signs of a nearby dungeon.
E4Rushed Hosting and a Busy Emissary Visit
7.3Jan 202624m
Van's victory is followed by visits from merchants and then an emissary from the neighboring county.
E5A Rare Species' Passionate Engagement Competition
6.5Feb 202624m
Apkallu appear on the shores of Van's lake and Van gets dragged into a competition with his marriage at stake.
E6Slaying a Dangerous Forest Dragon with Large Ballistae
7.3Feb 202624m
A forest dragon attacks the village, so Van rallies his forces who fight for the survival of the village.
E7Earnest Merchants and Receiving a Proud Title
7.3Feb 202624m
Bell & Rango refuse to let Van be swindled. Panamera visits the capital to secure a title for Van.
E8A Postapocalyptic Band's Rowdy Dungeon Exploration
7.7Feb 202624m
Ortho's party accidentally discovers the dungeon, forcing them to report it, which attracts wild adventurers.
E9The Timid Girl's Beautiful Marionette Dance
7.3Mar 202624m
Arte puts on a dance performance with her marionette magic, and the king visits to see Van's handiwork.
E10A Secret Weapon's Villainous Attack on the Homeland
7.3Mar 202624m
After defending Seatoh Village from the Kingdom of Yelenetta, Van's forces must ride to Scudett's defense.
E11The Ultimate Squad's Proud Counterattack
7.3Mar 202624m
Scuderia's forces carry out the operation to retake Scudett Fortress.
E12Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord
8.3Mar 202624m
Arte defends her homeland from Yelenetta Kingdom's assault.