Ethnobalt performs a ritual to create a that can act as a living tracking device.
: Filo has been transformed into a small, hummingbird-like bird and is being mistreated in a side-show performance.
: Enraged by the abuse, Naofumi rescues Filo and deals with the merchant before continuing the mission to save Raphtalia . The Search Continues The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 2 Episode 9 Review Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari 2nd Season Episode 9
Upon arrival, introduces Naofumi to Ethnobalt , the wielder of the Boat Vassal Weapon . Despite Naofumi's initial cold reception from the local people due to his status as a Cardinal Hero from another world, Ethnobalt agrees to help them find their missing companions. The Shikigami Ritual
: This process also unlocks the Shikigami Shield for Naofumi. Rescuing Filo Ethnobalt performs a ritual to create a that
: He uses a strand of Raphtalia's hair and Naofumi's blood.
While using Raph-chan to track Raphtalia , Naofumi hears a familiar sound and discovers being held captive by a cruel merchant. The Search Continues The Rising of the Shield
: A small, tanuki-like creature named Raph-chan is born.
