Essential Insights
- Shangri-La Frontier is an innovative anime centered on skilled gamers navigating a vast MMORPG landscape.
- Prominent characters include a sorcerer, a seasoned fighting game specialist, and an unconventional hero.
- Latest seasons have brought forth new personas and significant confrontations, enriching the narrative.
It’s undeniable that Shangri-La Frontier emerged as one of 2023’s standout anime revelations. In a landscape often overrun with bizarre harem themes and overwhelmingly powerful protagonists, this isekai tale crafted by gamers for gamers presents an intriguing concept revolving around a master of poor-quality video games, colloquially known as “Kusoge.”
The featured game in this series is an expansive MMORPG packed with an array of possibilities, and players in Shangri-La Frontier seize every opportunity it offers. With a roster ranging from sorcerers to monks and from animal tamers to notorious player killers, this fictional universe boasts a plethora of adept, formidable characters.
Updated on October 30, 2024, by Julián Fernández Loyarte: The initial creation of this list happened in January, during the airing of the first season of Shangri-La Frontier. Since then, Season 1 has concluded, and Season 2 has commenced, prompting the necessity of an update to cover the notable events that have occurred, particularly the dramatic downfall of Wezaemon the Tombguard at Wolfgang’s hands. Consequently, entries for Orcelott, Oikatzo, Sunraku, Arthur, and Psyger-0 have been revised, and two fresh character introductions—The Professor and Psyger-100—have been added.
8 The Professor (Name Unknown)
The Wise Scholar of Shangri-La
- First Appearance: Episode 25
Behind the charming exterior of a small female avatar lies an astute and ingenious gamer who plays Shangri-La Frontier. Players should never underestimate The Professor, as his appearance belies his considerable intelligence.
As the head of the Library clan, he strives to uncover the secrets of the Shangri-La world. While he tends to stay away from direct combat with NPCs or fellow players, rendering him less powerful than some counterparts, he still commands respect within the community. Interestingly, his spouse also plays the game, and she is linked to the Schwarzer Wolf guild.
7 Orcelott (Kuon Amane)
Leader of the Ashura-Kai
- First Appearance: Episode 5
Within the realm of Shangri-La Frontier, various clans of player characters exist, capable of instilling fear, especially in novices. Among these, the Player Killers’ group known as Ashura-Kai stands out as the most formidable, underscoring the strength of its leader, Orcelott.
Given his high level and status as the Ashura-Kai’s chief, Kuon Amane possesses undeniable power, surpassing the average player of Shangri-La Frontier. However, his portrayal in the narrative has been somewhat underwhelming, as he has yet to showcase his true capabilities, particularly after his clan faced defeat at the hands of Psyger-0.
6 Animalia (Maria Itsukushima)
A High-Level Sorceress
- First Appearance: Episode 5
After news of Sunraku’s powerful rabbit familiar, Emul, circulated throughout the Shangri-La Frontier community, it piqued the interest of a formidable player: the SF-Zoo Clan leader, Animalia. This captivated wizard has a passion for observing and documenting monsters, explaining her exceptional prowess.
Unlike many characters who rely on physical attacks, Animalia stands out with her magical capabilities. She is certainly a formidable force, capable of engaging in challenging battles, even coming close to defeating the notorious Player Killer, Arthur Pencildragon.
5 Oikatzo (In Uomi)
The Experienced Fighting Game Enthusiast
- First Appearance: Episode 10
What occurs when a fighting game specialist enters an MMORPG? This is the premise behind Oikatzo, a faithful companion to Sunraku, who excels in martial arts. He swiftly became competent in Shangri-La Frontier after selecting the Monk class, enhancing his physical prowess to absorb and retaliate damage.
In a matter of days, Oikatzo nearly matched Sunraku’s capabilities, despite having less time in-game. His impressive combat effectiveness was particularly vital in the intense confrontation against Wezaemon the Tombguard, where he played a critical role in neutralizing the foe’s mechanical mount.
4 Sunraku (Rakuro Hizutome)
The Master of Subpar Games
- First Appearance: Episode 1
In a world where excessively powerful protagonists are the norm, Sunraku offers a refreshing alternative. A connoisseur of poor video games, he constantly seeks unconventional methods, such as bypassing lengthy tutorials and exploiting various glitches. This unusual approach has surprisingly yielded great rewards, helping him unlock scenarios and weaponry that few other players have managed to discover. Thanks to his ingenuity and a touch of luck, Sunraku is gradually ascending to the ranks of the game’s elite players.
His uniqueness is evident throughout the series, as he has triumphantly vanquished increasingly challenging monsters, confronted players whose levels far exceeded his, and even crafted exceptional weapons from rare materials. Sunraku’s skills shine when he, alongside Oikatzo and Arthur Pencilgon, overcomes the formidable Wezaemon the Tombguard, one of the game’s legendary creatures.
3 Arthur Pencilgon (Towa Amane)
The Strategic Player Killer and tactician
- First Appearance: Episode 5
One of the most feared players in Shangri-La Frontier, the name Arthur Pencilgon became infamous even before the MMORPG’s launch for ruthlessly eliminating players in multiple other games. She shares a fierce rivalry with both Sunraku and Oikatzo. Possessing immense strength and expertise in weaponry like swords and spears, Pencilgon stands out as a top Player Killer.
Her prowess is further amplified by her tactical genius, allowing her to deploy strategic maneuvers and cunning deception against foes, even those stronger than herself. This intelligence was a key factor in Wolfgang’s victory over Wezaemon, as Pencilgon efficiently strategized and managed items for her team. Though she reset her character to start anew, it’s apparent that she’ll continue to employ her intellect and strength wherever her journey takes her.
2 Psyger-100 (Saiga Type)
The Esteemed Leader of Schwarzer Wolf
- First Appearance: Episode 5
Despite not yet showcasing her full potential, Psyger-100, whose real name is Momo Saiga, is undeniably a remarkably powerful and capable player within Shangri-La Frontier. She leads the revered Schwarzer Wolf guild, dedicated to vanquishing Lycagon the Night Raid and the other Seven Colossi.
Her interactions with fellow players and her commanding presence indicate that Psyger-100 possesses extensive experience in the game and boasts an intriguing past linked to Arthur Pencilgon. With her high level and exceptional strength, she and her guild have become notorious throughout the player community of Shangri-La Frontier.
1 Psyger-0 (Saiga King)
The Pinnacle of Firepower
- First Appearance: Episode 1
Psyger-0 exemplifies the creativity and ingenuity of Shangri-La Frontier. As a fierce knight clad in iconic armor wielding an enormous sword, she possesses the highest firepower in the entire game, earning her the illustrious title of “Maximum Firepower.” Even formidable players such as Arthur Pencilgon harbor a healthy fear of facing her.
Outside the game, however, Rei Saiga is a bashful and gentle girl with feelings for Sunraku. She began playing Shangri-La Frontier in anticipation of joining her crush in the trending game, which he eventually did. Psyger-0 stands as the strongest player, having diligently gained experience over time. Her character serves as a poignant reminder of the value of patience in gaming. Viewers have witnessed Psyger-0’s extraordinary powers, including her striking black and gold Reverse Armor, the Friend Warp ability, and the Chaos Void skill. Thanks to her powerful arsenal, she effortlessly triumphed over Ashura-Kai and Arthur Pencilgon.
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