“Perverted farmer Touka accidentally becomes legendary hero to reseal Hell's Gate with necromancer and childhood friend.”
The Legendary Hero Is Dead!
勇者が死んだ! 村人の俺が掘った落とし穴に勇者が落ちた結果
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Synopsis
Perverted farmer Touka accidentally becomes legendary hero to reseal Hell's Gate with necromancer and childhood friend.
Far to the north of the world lies Hell's Gate, a portal formerly used by the Demon Lord to invade the human realm. Thanks to the legendary hero Shion Bladearts, wielder of Excalibur, and his loyal band of companions, the Gate was sealed off and the demonic threat was vanquished. Unfortunately, the seal was incomplete and has begun to weaken, allowing the demons to once again begin their attack. Worried about the safety of his village, selfish and perverted farmer Touka Scott digs pitfalls to defend against the demons. But fear not, for Shion is on his way to reseal Hell's Gate and save humanity! However, things don't go quite as planned, and through a bizarre turn of events, Touka finds himself unexpectedly thrust into the role of the legendary hero. With the help of the mysterious necromancer Anri Haynesworth and his childhood friend Yuna Yunis, this unlikely trio must embark on a perilous journey to Hell's Gate. Together, they form what might be the most unconventional party ever assembled to face the demonic threat and save the world!
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↑ 1.64
Running avg · Feb 2016 → Aug 2025
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- 9 “The story has a great sense of humor, with some twisted scenes of action. As the name suggests, the hero is dead, and the one who killed him has to take the responsibilities that were originally...”
- 9 “A manga that you completely sucks you in and makes you binge it in a entire week. - The story is fantastic. - The art is beautiful. - The main character and even the supporting characters have...”
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A Manga Publication
- Format 202 × 20 ch × vol
- Total read 26h 56m approx
- Published Dec 2014 – Dec 2020
- Source Manga media type
- Ref. BS-M32216 catalog