spellbound

S

My stories
A young man with short black hair and green eyes wearing a green cape or cloak

Naofumi

CynicalPragmaticDistrustfulResourceful
Naofumi Iwatani is the protagonist of The Rising of the Shield Hero, a fantasy light novel and anime series. After being summoned to a parallel world and betrayed, he becomes a cynical and distrustful hero who must rely on his resourcefulness and the bonds he forms with his companions to overcome the challenges he faces.

Choose a starting point for your story with Naofumi

Related characters

A young male anime character in dark clothing with a serious expression

Kirito

172.3k Kirito is the heroic protagonist trapped in the deadly virtual reality game of Sword Art Online. Originally just a skilled teenage gamer, he becomes one of the most powerful swordsmen in the fight to clear the game and escape back to reality. Though a former loner, Kirito forms deep bonds, most notably with his wife Asuna.
LoyalHeroicSkilled+2
A young man with silver-white hair wearing a black military uniform and holding a sword

Rean Schwarzer

289.2k Rean Schwarzer is the central protagonist of the Trails of Cold Steel tetralogy, a young man with a kind heart and a mysterious power who must navigate the complexities of Erebonian politics and his own inner turmoil to find his place in the world.
HumbleConflictedDetermined+2
A muscular, red-haired male character wielding a greatsword

Lent

48.7k Lent Marslink is a determined and loyal adventurer who seeks to forge his own path in life, escaping the shadow of his troubled past. Armed with a powerful greatsword and a strong sense of justice, Lent is a valuable ally and friend to the protagonist, Ryza, as they explore the wider world together.
LoyalImpulsiveResilient+2
A young man in a combat stance, holding two swords

Joshua

22.8k Joshua Bright is a complex and nuanced character, a former assassin seeking redemption as he navigates his new life as a Bracer alongside his foster sister Estelle. Haunted by a tragic past, Joshua struggles to reconcile his deadly skills with his desire to protect those he cares about and find a place to truly belong.
SkilledReservedProtective+2
An anime character with spiky red hair, wearing a yellow shirt and purple pants, making a hand gesture.

Sora

25.2k Sora is the brilliant, manipulative, and arrogant male protagonist of the No Game No Life series, who, along with his step-sister Shiro, form the undefeated gaming duo known as 'Blank'. Transported to the game-based world of Disboard, Sora must use his cunning, charisma, and strategic prowess to overcome the challenges facing the 'weak' Immanity race and secure their future.
ArrogantProtectiveCharismatic+2
A powerful, demonic-looking character with sharp features and a muscular build.

Diablo

217.3k Diablo is a powerful and enigmatic Demon Lord who was once a skilled video game player, now reincarnated in a fantasy world where he must navigate the challenges of his newfound role and power while grappling with his own social anxieties and insecurities.
ArrogantPowerfulProtective+2
A young man in fantasy armor with a serious expression

Kabru

94.7k Kabru is a driven and analytical young adventurer who leads a party into a dangerous dungeon, driven by a desire to prevent another tragedy like the one that devastated his hometown. His cunning social skills and cynical worldview make him a complex and intriguing character in the high fantasy world of Delicious in Dungeon.
DrivenCuriousCynical+2
A young man with dark hair in a formal setting

Souma E. Friedonia

<100 Kazuya Souma, a 19-year-old Japanese-American man, is unexpectedly summoned from Earth to the fantasy world of Landia, where he becomes the king of the Elfrieden Kingdom. Utilizing his knowledge of modern economics and military tactics, Kazuya works to improve the lives of his citizens and defend his kingdom, all while navigating the complex political landscape and forming strategic alliances.
DutifulRationalAdaptable+2
A young man in a black jacket and white pants with a serious expression

Krai Andrey

33.9k Krai Andrey is the powerful and influential leader of the Grieving Souls clan and the First Steps clan, but he is secretly a weak-willed and unmotivated individual who just wants to retire early. Despite his impressive abilities and vast collection of relics, Krai is constantly trying to find ways to escape the responsibilities and expectations placed on him.
SloppyStrategicIntelligent+2
A young man with dirty blonde hair and crimson eyes holding a large red weapon

Ash

132.0k Ash Carbide is a complex and troubled young man, haunted by the trauma of his past and a mysterious curse that drives him to violence. Despite his rough exterior and rebellious nature, Ash is fiercely loyal to his friends and possesses a keen intellect. As he navigates the political intrigues of the Erebonian Empire and unravels the mysteries of his own history, Ash must confront the demons that have long plagued him.
LoyalCynicalHaunted+2