I'm Quitting Heroing

After toppling the Demon King, Leo Demonheart expects gratitude but instead is shunned by the humans he saved. Labeled a pariah, he abandons hope of acceptance and does something unexpected: he applies to the Demon King's former army, seeking work and a place to belong. The series follows Leo as he settles into life among former enemies, tries to whip a defeated military into shape, and navigates suspicion, office politics, and awkward friendships. He also crosses paths with eccentric figures like Echidna and Steiner, and the series mixes combat with awkward daily life as fragile trust begins to build.

Released in 2022, I'm Quitting Heroing was created by Wataru Sena and Shigeru Murakoshi, and lists Quantum among its creators. The Japanese voice cast includes Kensho Ono and Kaede Hondo.

Audience scores sit around 7.3 out of 10, reflecting steady approval for its humor and character dynamics. Reviewers often note the series' role reversal and its focus on stigma, identity, postwar reconstruction and the grey areas between heroism and villainy. Viewers often praise the voice acting and brisk pacing overall.

While not a mainstream phenomenon, the show earned a lively fanbase that enjoyed its genre twist and workplace spin on fantasy. It generated online conversation and fan art, and helped popularize stories that question traditional hero narratives. Cosplayers and fan artists have embraced character designs; clips circulate on social feeds.

It hasn't secured major industry awards, but the series found a dedicated audience and raised the profile of several cast members within the anime community. Review roundups and fan polls gave it steady recognition during its season, helping sustain interest for later home video and streaming discovery in international markets.