Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord (2026)

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Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord

20261 Season24m episodes7.7

Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

TMDB7.7

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Runtime: 24m episodes
Genre: Animation
Certificate: TV-14
Origin: JP

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Reborn as a marquis’ fourth son, Van was once hailed as a genius prodigy until he’s exiled to a nameless frontier village for possessing Production Magic, a useless type of magic in this world. But when he uses his “useless” power to craft weapons, tools, and wonders beyond imagination, the village begins to thrive! What began as exile is now the start of a new life and a world-changing adventure!

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Details

Status: Ended
First aired: Jan 10, 2026
Network: TOKYO MX, BS11
Studio: NAZ, Hakuhodo DY Music & Pictures

Time to finish

5 hrs

12 episodes. About 1 week at an hour a night.

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Cast

Yumi Uchiyama

Van Nei Fertio (voice)

Mao Ichimichi

Till (voice)

Mariya Ise

Khamsin (voice)

Yoko Hikasa

Panamera Karla Kaien (voice)

Shion Wakayama

Arut Ann Ferdinand (voice)

Kenyu Horiuchi

Esparda (voice)

Chikahiro Kobayashi

Dee (voice)

Makoto Furukawa

Ortho Sheet (voice)

Wakana Kuramochi

Purriel (voice)

Gen Sato

Xara (voice)

Nonoka Obuchi

Lada Priora (voice)

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20261 Season24m episodes7.7

Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

TMDB7.7

Votes47

Your rating

Runtime: 24m episodes
Genre: Animation
Certificate: TV-14
Origin: JP

About

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Stream

Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll Amazon Channel

Availability from JustWatch via TMDB.

Episodes

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E1 · Airs Jan 10, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.0
The Young Genius's Harsh Expulsion From His Home
A reincarnated Van trains relentlessly until his powerful magic leads his dismayed father to cast him out.
E2 · Airs Jan 17, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.0
The Proper Way to Use Weak Magic
Van arrives to find his new village under attack, so he defends his people, then plans for their future.
E3 · Airs Jan 24, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.3
The Wonderful Renovation of an Impoverished Frontier
Van strengthens village defenses as adventurers uncover signs of a nearby dungeon.
E4 · Airs Jan 31, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.3
Rushed Hosting and a Busy Emissary Visit
Van's victory is followed by visits from merchants and then an emissary from the neighboring county.
E5 · Airs Feb 7, 2026 · 24m · ★ 6.5
A Rare Species' Passionate Engagement Competition
Apkallu appear on the shores of Van's lake and Van gets dragged into a competition with his marriage at stake.
E6 · Airs Feb 14, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.3
Slaying a Dangerous Forest Dragon with Large Ballistae
A forest dragon attacks the village, so Van rallies his forces who fight for the survival of the village.
E7 · Airs Feb 21, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.3
Earnest Merchants and Receiving a Proud Title
Bell & Rango refuse to let Van be swindled. Panamera visits the capital to secure a title for Van.
E8 · Airs Feb 28, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.7
A Postapocalyptic Band's Rowdy Dungeon Exploration
Ortho's party accidentally discovers the dungeon, forcing them to report it, which attracts wild adventurers.
E9 · Airs Mar 7, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.3
The Timid Girl's Beautiful Marionette Dance
Arte puts on a dance performance with her marionette magic, and the king visits to see Van's handiwork.
E10 · Airs Mar 14, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.3
A Secret Weapon's Villainous Attack on the Homeland
After defending Seatoh Village from the Kingdom of Yelenetta, Van's forces must ride to Scudett's defense.
E11 · Airs Mar 21, 2026 · 24m · ★ 7.3
The Ultimate Squad's Proud Counterattack
Scuderia's forces carry out the operation to retake Scudett Fortress.
E12 · Airs Mar 28, 2026 · 24m · ★ 8.2
Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord
Arte defends her homeland from Yelenetta Kingdom's assault.

Details

Status: Ended
First aired: Jan 10, 2026
Network: TOKYO MX, BS11
Studio: NAZ, Hakuhodo DY Music & Pictures

Time to finish

5 hrs

12 episodes. About 1 week at an hour a night.

View on IMDb ↗

Cast

Yumi Uchiyama

Van Nei Fertio (voice)

Mao Ichimichi

Till (voice)

Mariya Ise

Khamsin (voice)

Yoko Hikasa

Panamera Karla Kaien (voice)

Shion Wakayama

Arut Ann Ferdinand (voice)

Kenyu Horiuchi

Esparda (voice)

Chikahiro Kobayashi

Dee (voice)

Makoto Furukawa

Ortho Sheet (voice)

Wakana Kuramochi

Purriel (voice)

Gen Sato

Xara (voice)

Nonoka Obuchi

Lada Priora (voice)

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