The Strongest Tank's Labyrinth Raids

The Strongest Tank's Labyrinth Raids

Company type	Light novel series
Industry	Publishing, Anime, Manga
Founded	July 2018 (2018-07)
Founder	Ryūta Kijima
Headquarters	Japan
Products	Light novels, manga, anime television series

The Strongest Tank's Labyrinth Raids is a Japanese light novel series authored by Ryūta Kijima with illustrations by Sando. Initially launched as a web novel on Shōsetsuka ni Narō from July 2018 until February 2021, it was subsequently published in light novel format by Shufunotomo under the Hero Bunko label beginning April 2019. The narrative was further adapted into a manga illustrated by Makoto Kisaragi, serialized on Square Enix's Manga Up! platform since May 2019. A television anime adaptation produced by Studio Polon aired from January through March 2024.

Characters

Rud serves as the protagonist and is recognized as the most formidable tank, boasting an absorb shield capacity of 9999. Following his removal from the hero’s party, he returned to Avancia and embarked on labyrinth explorations to gather treasures aimed at healing his sister Manicia. Orphaned by their parents, Rud and Manicia have relied on each other since their youth. Rud's abilities include Life Conversion and Shield of Sacrifice, utilizing mana reserves when his shield is compromised.

Nin, the primary heroine, is venerated as a saint and was the sole member of the hero’s party to oppose Rud’s expulsion. Proficient in healing and elemental magic, she later allied with Rud in Avancia and exhibits romantic feelings toward him.

Luna is an illegally created homunculus capable of human-like emotions who encountered Rud after fleeing her homeland. She wields magic and possesses the distinctive skill Judgement, which enables her to assess Rud’s powers. Luna resides with Rud and Manicia, showing affection toward Rud.

Manicia, Rud’s frail younger sister, serves as his impetus for venturing into labyrinths. Having been abandoned during childhood, they have supported one another throughout their lives. She holds a unique skill that allows her to detect Rud’s presence and has utilized two Labyrinth Treasures to markedly enhance her health.

Lilia and her twin sister Lily were once members of the hero’s party who escaped abusive family circumstances. They share a skill that allows them to merge into a formidable entity through a kiss. Following the collapse of the hero party, they joined Rud in Avancia and express both gratitude and romantic interest toward him.

Lily, Lilia’s twin sister, possesses the skill “Dungeon Walk,” enabling teleportation within labyrinths for herself and others. Initially feeling overshadowed by Lilia, she gained self-assurance through Rud’s guidance and led an expedition into a dungeon. She also displays affection for Rud and was the only female character to kiss him on the cheek.

Marius appeared in the initial labyrinth Rud explored after being expelled. Though defeated by Rud, he was spared and became an ally, presenting the first Labyrinth treasure. Marius was notably the first demon to forge a friendship with Rud.

Amon debuted in the second labyrinth as a powerful demon queen who intimidated Marius. After her defeat, she was spared and formed an alliance with Rud, gifting him his second Labyrinth treasure. She enjoys Manicia’s cooking and desires more of it.

Light novel

Ryūta Kijima penned The Strongest Tank's Labyrinth Raids, which originally ran as a web novel on the user-generated platform Shōsetsuka ni Narō from July 2018 through February 2021. Subsequently acquired by Shufunotomo, it began publication as a light novel series featuring Sando’s artwork under their Hero Bunko imprint starting April 30, 2019. As of September 2024, eight volumes have been released.

Manga

The manga adaptation, illustrated by Makoto Kisaragi, began its serialization on Square Enix's platform Manga Up! starting May 3, 2019. As of April 2025, a total of thirteen tankōbon volumes have been published. In North America, the manga is available through Comikey and Square Enix via the international edition of Manga Up!.

Anime

On October 5, 2023, an anime television adaptation was officially revealed. The project is produced by Studio Polon with Mitsutaka Noshitani as director. The series' scripts are penned by Hitomi Amamiya, character designs crafted by Taihei Nagai, and the soundtrack composed by Mao Yamamoto. It was broadcast from January 7 to March 24, 2024, within the Animazing!!! programming block on ANN stations, including ABC and TV Asahi. The opening theme song, "Brave," and the ending theme , are both performed by Ireisu. Streaming rights were acquired by Crunchyroll, while Medialink secured distribution for South and Southeast Asia as well as Oceania (excluding Australia and New Zealand), making the series accessible on the Ani-One Asia YouTube channel.

Episodes

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See also

• A Gentle Noble's Vacation Recommendation, another light novel series featuring illustrations by Sando

External links

• at Shōsetsuka ni Narō
• at Manga Up!