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Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord

Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord

TV-142026•24m•7.3/10
AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy

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7.3/10(24)

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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Production

NAZ, Hakuhodo DY Music & Pictures, OVERLAP, FlyingDog, BS11, Bushiroad Move, CLARE VOICE, THE KLOCKWORX

Language

JA

Status

Ended

First Aired

January 10, 2026

Last Aired

March 28, 2026

Networks

Tokyo MX, BS11

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Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
The Young Genius's Harsh Expulsion From His Home
E1
The Young Genius's Harsh Expulsion From His Home
Air date: 2026-01-10
A reincarnated Van trains relentlessly until his powerful magic leads his dismayed father to cast him out.
The Proper Way to Use Weak Magic
E2
The Proper Way to Use Weak Magic
Air date: 2026-01-17
Van arrives to find his new village under attack, so he defends his people, then plans for their future.
The Wonderful Renovation of an Impoverished Frontier
E3
The Wonderful Renovation of an Impoverished Frontier
Air date: 2026-01-24
Van strengthens village defenses as adventurers uncover signs of a nearby dungeon.
Rushed Hosting and a Busy Emissary Visit
E4
Rushed Hosting and a Busy Emissary Visit
Air date: 2026-01-31
Van's victory is followed by visits from merchants and then an emissary from the neighboring county.
A Rare Species' Passionate Engagement Competition
E5
A Rare Species' Passionate Engagement Competition
Air date: 2026-02-07
Apkallu appear on the shores of Van's lake and Van gets dragged into a competition with his marriage at stake.
Slaying a Dangerous Forest Dragon with Large Ballistae
E6
Slaying a Dangerous Forest Dragon with Large Ballistae
Air date: 2026-02-14
A forest dragon attacks the village, so Van rallies his forces who fight for the survival of the village.
Earnest Merchants and Receiving a Proud Title
E7
Earnest Merchants and Receiving a Proud Title
Air date: 2026-02-21
Bell & Rango refuse to let Van be swindled. Panamera visits the capital to secure a title for Van.
A Postapocalyptic Band's Rowdy Dungeon Exploration
E8
A Postapocalyptic Band's Rowdy Dungeon Exploration
Air date: 2026-02-28
Ortho's party accidentally discovers the dungeon, forcing them to report it, which attracts wild adventurers.
The Timid Girl's Beautiful Marionette Dance
E9
The Timid Girl's Beautiful Marionette Dance
Air date: 2026-03-07
Arte puts on a dance performance with her marionette magic, and the king visits to see Van's handiwork.
A Secret Weapon's Villainous Attack on the Homeland
E10
A Secret Weapon's Villainous Attack on the Homeland
Air date: 2026-03-14
After defending Seatoh Village from the Kingdom of Yelenetta, Van's forces must ride to Scudett's defense.
The Ultimate Squad's Proud Counterattack
E11
The Ultimate Squad's Proud Counterattack
Air date: 2026-03-21
Scuderia's forces carry out the operation to retake Scudett Fortress.
Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord
E12
Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord
Air date: 2026-03-28
Arte defends her homeland from Yelenetta Kingdom's assault.

Cast

Yumi Uchiyama

Yumi Uchiyama

Van Nei Fertio (voice)

Mao Ichimichi

Mao Ichimichi

Till (voice)

Mariya Ise

Mariya Ise

Khamsin (voice)

Yoko Hikasa

Yoko Hikasa

Panamera Karla Kaien (voice)

Shion Wakayama

Shion Wakayama

Arut Ann Ferdinand (voice)

Kenyu Horiuchi

Kenyu Horiuchi

Esparda (voice)

Chikahiro Kobayashi

Chikahiro Kobayashi

Dee (voice)

Makoto Furukawa

Makoto Furukawa

Ortho Sheet (voice)

Wakana Kuramochi

Wakana Kuramochi

Purriel (voice)

Gen Sato

Gen Sato

Xara (voice)

Nonoka Obuchi

Nonoka Obuchi

Lada Priora (voice)

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