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The Reprise of the Spear Hero spin-off is set in a timeline separated from the original story. Events detailed here occur independently of the original Light Novel but this page may still contain indirect spoilers.
Naofumi Iwatani (岩谷尚文 Iwatani Naofumi?) was summoned to another world to serve as the Shield Hero (盾の勇者 Tate no Yuusha?), one the Four Legendary Heroes.
He was saved by the Spear Hero from the schemes of the King and the First Princess of Melromarc.
Appearance[]
Naofumi has short black hair that spikes in all directions and kind green eyes.[1]
The armor he primarily wears is leather armor worn over his light clothing and green pants. Additionally, he wears leather gloves, leather boots, and a green cape.[1]
The weapon in his possession is the Legendary Shield which was granted to him when he was summoned to another world.[2]
Personality[]
He has a gentle nature, but his talent for business can make his comments and decisions seem dispassionate and calculating at times.[1]
Background[]
He was a university student living in his family household alongside his younger brother. Whenever he wanted to save money, he would often visit the library, where he would one day find the Records of the Four Holy Weapons.[2]
In the original timeline, he would be betrayed by his first companion, accused of a crime he never committed and his personality would become distorted.[3]
Chronology[]
Loop 1[]
(Light Novel Volume 1 Prologue - Light Novel Volume 1 Chapter 4)
As with the original timeline, Naofumi was persecuted by King Aultcray almost immediately after being summoned. However, this time Motoyasu called Aultcray out almost immediately. As a result, when it came time for companion selection, Naofumi was given 2 companions instead of 0. Later, Naofumi and the adventurers go to Erhard's shop get get chain mail. This chain mail is stolen by his companion Malty that evening and is given to Itsuki.
That morning, Malty rushes to Itsuki - claiming to have been raped by Naofumi. Naofumi wakes up with all of his stuff stolen and is dragged in his underwear to the throne room. Motoyasu saves Naofumi from his persecution by intimidating the others and the two leave the castle. They go to Erhard's shop again to get some more equipment after Erhard determines that Naofumi didn't do what the rumours claimed he did.
Motoyasu levels-up Kuro who, in turn, levels up Naofumi. While he is leveling up, Naofumi is approached by Melromarc assassins pretending to be Siltvelt emissaries. Naofumi decides to go with them and is killed while on the road.
Loop 4[]
(Light Novel Volume 1 Chapter 4 - Light Novel Volume 2 Chapter 10)
After Motoyasu warns the other Heroes about King Aultcray and Malty's schemes, the two royals agree to immediately send Naofumi to Siltvelt instead. However, this ended up being another of their schemes as the "Siltvelt emissaries" who picked him up were actually Melromarc assassins. Naofumi was saved by Motoyasu and Eclair just before he was about to be killed. The group is then met by the real Siltvelt emissaries who guide them on their way to Siltvelt. During their travels, Naofumi becomes acutely aware of the problems and responsibilities which come with being a Legendary Hero as the Church of the Three Heroes try multiple schemes to kill him. Naofumi powers-up significantly thanks to Motoyasu and becomes attached with Sakura. Eventually, the group reaches Siltvelt.
Almost immediately, Naofumi is swarmed by women as his is constantly swarmed by woman who want to have children with him. Maturing from his travels, Naofumi says no but is constantly bothered by attempts. He finally snaps when some conspirators try to poison Sakura and Motoyasu who have been protecting him. He uses Motoyasu and intimidation to assert his own authority. Eventually, due to Motoyasu's interference, both Shieldfreeden and Melromarc declare war on Siltvelt. Naofumi makes Motoyasu to promise to never start wars like this again if he ever resets. The two are able to defeat the enemy forces but Itsuki dies which causes Motoyasu to loop again.
Trivia[]
Information to be added later on.