The summer 2026 anime season has brought several action-packed shows, but Tomb Raider King stands out as one of the most talked-about series. This Korean animated adaptation has drawn comparisons to Solo Leveling, and for good reason. The show follows a betrayed tomb raider who gets a second chance at life and uses his future knowledge to claim powerful relics before anyone else. Episode 5 is almost here, and viewers are ready to see what happens next in this relic-hunting adventure.
Episode 5 Release Date and Time
Tomb Raider King episode 5 is scheduled to release on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. The show follows a weekly release schedule, with new episodes arriving every Wednesday.
The release time varies by region. In Japan, the episode airs on Fuji TV’s B8station block at 1:15 a.m. JST on Thursday mornings. For international viewers on Crunchyroll, this translates to:
- Pacific Time: 9:15 a.m. PDT (Wednesday)
- Eastern Time: 12:15 p.m. EDT (Wednesday)
- British Summer Time: 5:15 p.m. BST (Wednesday)
- Central European Time: 6:15 p.m. CEST (Wednesday)
Some sources list the release date as August 6, 2026. This difference comes from the time zone conversion. The episode airs early Thursday morning in Japan, which is still Wednesday in many parts of the world.
The series is expected to have 11 episodes in its first season. Episode 5 marks the halfway point of this season.
Where to Watch Episode 5
International audiences can watch Tomb Raider King episode 5 on Crunchyroll. The platform streams new episodes weekly as they air. Crunchyroll offers both the original Korean audio with subtitles and an English dub.
The English dub for Tomb Raider King started streaming on July 22, 2026. Viewers who prefer dubbed versions can watch episode 5 with English voice acting.
In Japan, the series airs on Fuji TV and Kansai TV. In Korea, the show is available on ANIPLUS, with episodes later releasing on Netflix and Laftel.
The series is produced by KADOKAWA and Fuji Television Network. Animation studio STUDIO EEK handles the production, with Seung Wook Woo serving as both director and series composer.
The Story So Far
Tomb Raider King is based on a popular Korean webtoon created by 3B2S, with story by Yuns (REDICE STUDIO) and SAN.G, and character designs by P-crush. The original web novel, written by Sanji Jiksong, began serialization on KakaoPage in November 2016.
The story takes place in a world where mysterious tombs suddenly appear around the globe. These tombs contain powerful relics that grant supernatural abilities to those who claim them. The appearance of these relics triggers a global power struggle.
The main character is Jooheon Suh (known as Ryoga Goriki in the Japanese version). He works as a tomb raider, extracting relics from these dangerous tombs. During one raid, his employer betrays him and leaves him for dead. Just as he is about to die, a mysterious talking crow appears and gives him a second chance.
Jooheon finds himself sent 15 years into the past, before any relics or tombs made their debut. He retains all his memories of the future. Fueled by anger and armed with future knowledge, he sets out to raid every tomb before they appear and take revenge on those who wronged him.
What Happened in Previous Episodes
Episode 1, “Once Again from the End,” introduced the world and the main character. Viewers saw Jooheon’s betrayal and his mysterious return to the past. The episode ended with him beginning his plan to change his fate.
Episode 2 continued Jooheon’s journey as he started using his future knowledge to gain an advantage. He began raiding tombs before his rivals could get to them.
Episode 3 aired on July 22, 2026. The episode showed Jooheon’s growing power and his clashes with other excavators. His cover as a regular raider started to attract attention.
Episode 4 aired on July 29, 2026. Titled “The One Who Stole the Future,” this episode deepened the conflict. Jooheon faced new challenges from powerful organizations. The episode also introduced a Japanese prophet character who can read futures.
Episode 5 picks up where episode 4 left off. The battle for relics continues, and Jooheon must stay one step ahead of everyone else.
The Cast and Characters
The Japanese voice cast for Tomb Raider King includes several well-known actors:
- Yoshimasa Hosoya as Ryoga Goriki (Jooheon Suh)
- Saori Hayami as Irene Holton
- Junichi Suwabe as Taisei Ogawara (Tae Joon Kwon)
- Miyu Irino as Kotaro Yanagi
- Nobuhiko Okamoto as Noboru Kureha (Seungwoo Oh)
The Korean cast includes Lee Yu-ri, Min Eung-sik, and Shim Kyu-hyuck.
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Why You Should Watch This Anime
Tomb Raider King offers several reasons to add it to your watchlist. For fans of Solo Leveling, this show delivers similar elements. Both series feature a powerful main character who rises from nothing, action-packed sequences, and a world full of supernatural threats.
The show stands out because of its main character. Jooheon is not a typical hero. He operates with moral ambiguity, making choices based on revenge and survival rather than noble ideals. His ruthless approach to gaining power makes him different from the usual protagonist.
The relic system adds another layer of interest. Each relic grants different abilities, and Jooheon’s knowledge of the future lets him target the most powerful ones first. This creates a strategic element to the story that keeps viewers engaged.
The animation quality from STUDIO EEK brings the webtoon’s action to life. The show captures the energy of the source material while adding visual elements that work well in animated form.
The series does not waste time on filler. Each episode moves the plot forward, introducing new threats and expanding the world. With only 11 episodes planned, the story stays focused on Jooheon’s quest for power and revenge.
For viewers who enjoy power fantasies, relic-hunting adventures, or stories about second chances, Tomb Raider King delivers. The show has earned a rating of 8.5 out of 10 based on early votes, showing that audiences are responding positively to this adaptation.
Episode 5 promises to continue the action and raise the stakes. With new tombs appearing and rivals closing in, Jooheon’s path to becoming the king of tomb raiders gets more dangerous with each episode.
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