Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 is heading toward the end of its Recapture Arc, and the next episode is putting Ram in the spotlight. Episode 18, which is also the 84th episode of the entire series, is titled “Ram” and is set to arrive on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. The episode will show Ram in a fierce battle against Lye Batenkaitos of the Gluttony faction, while Emilia faces the Divine Dragon Volcanica on the first floor of the Pleiades Watchtower.
The episode is the seventh episode of the Recapture Arc, which is the second part of Season 4. The arc began on August 12, 2026, and will consist of eight episodes in total. Episode 18 is the penultimate episode of the season, with the finale set for September 30, 2026.
Re:Zero Season 4 Episode 18 Release Date and Exact Streaming Time for USA, UK, Australia, Germany, France, Europe, India and Worldwide
Crunchyroll holds the global streaming rights for the series, and new episodes are released on the same day as the Japanese broadcast. The episode will first air in Japan on AT-X at 10:00 PM JST on September 23, followed by Tokyo MX at 11:00 PM JST.
For audiences around the world, here is the exact streaming time for Episode 18 on Crunchyroll:
- USA (Eastern Time): 9:00 AM ET on Wednesday, September 23
- USA (Pacific Time): 6:00 AM PT on Wednesday, September 23
- Canada (Eastern Time): 9:00 AM ET on Wednesday, September 23
- Canada (Pacific Time): 6:00 AM PT on Wednesday, September 23
- United Kingdom (BST): 2:00 PM BST on Wednesday, September 23
- Portugal, Ghana (GMT): 1:00 PM GMT on Wednesday, September 23
- Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Poland (CEST): 3:00 PM CEST on Wednesday, September 23
- India (IST): 6:30 PM IST on Wednesday, September 23
- Japan (JST): 10:00 PM JST on Wednesday, September 23
- South Korea (KST): 10:00 PM KST on Wednesday, September 23
- Australia (AEST): 11:00 PM AEST on Wednesday, September 23
- Brazil (BRT): 11:00 AM BRT on Wednesday, September 23
The conversion is based on the 10:00 PM JST broadcast time on AT-X. The episode will be available with English subtitles and an English simuldub on Crunchyroll. Viewers in Asia can also watch new episodes through Muse Asia, Prime Video, and Bilibili.
Re:Zero Season 4 Episode 17 Recap: Subaru’s Memories Merge and the All-Out Battle Begins
Episode 17, titled “Good Loser”, aired on September 16, 2026, and marked a major turning point in the Recapture Arc. The episode began with Natsuki Subaru finally reuniting with Emilia and his allies after his two sets of memories merged, restoring his sense of purpose and his connection to everyone he cares about.
Subaru wasted no time and assigned his companions to handle five major threats closing in on the Pleiades Watchtower. Subaru, Beatrice, and Meili worked together to hold back a stampede of Witchbeasts. Emilia raced upward through the tower. Ram waited on the spiral staircase to face Lye Batenkaitos of the Gluttony faction. Echidna went to find Julius, who received a message from Subaru and boldly declared his name to Reid Astrea, the first Sword Saint.
The episode delivered a memorable reunion for Subaru and kept the suspense high during Julius’s clash with Reid Astrea. Meanwhile, Emilia reached the first floor of the Pleiades Watchtower and came face-to-face with Volcanica, the Divine Dragon, one of the Three Great Heroes of Lugunica.
The episode ended on a major cliffhanger as Emilia scaled the upper levels of the tower, setting the stage for the final trials and battles of the arc.
What Happens in Re:Zero Season 4 Episode 18: Ram vs. Lye Batenkaitos and Emilia’s Final Trial
Episode 18 shifts the focus to Ram and her long-awaited fight against Lye Batenkaitos, the Sin Archbishop of Gluttony. The official synopsis reveals that Emilia arrives on the first floor, “Maiya,” where she is confronted by Volcanica, the Divine Dragon. The dragon inexplicably repeats the same words over and over, and the final “Trial” begins.
On the spiral staircase, Ram has gained the upper hand in her battle against Lye, her sworn enemy. What supports the immense strain on Ram’s body—despite being hornless—is Subaru’s new Authority, “Cor Leonis.” This ability allows Subaru to share the burden of injuries and exhaustion with his allies. However, realizing he is at a disadvantage, Lye leaps toward the defenseless, sleeping Rem, putting her in immediate danger.
The episode will also continue the chaos outside the tower, where Subaru, Beatrice, and Meili are still fighting the stampede of Witchbeasts. A notable moment from early previews shows Meili being sniped by a Giant Scorpion during the battle, adding another layer of danger to an already overwhelming situation.
Where to Watch Re:Zero Season 4 Episode 18: Crunchyroll Streaming Details
Crunchyroll is the primary streaming platform for Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, India, and Southeast Asia. The platform offers the episode with same-day English subtitles and an English simuldub.
For viewers in Asia, new episodes are also available through Muse Asia, Prime Video, and Bilibili. The Japanese broadcast airs on AT-X, Tokyo MX, and other stations across Japan.
The Recapture Arc covers episodes 12 through 19 of Season 4. The season will conclude with Episode 19 on September 30, 2026.
Re:Zero Season 4 Episode 18 Preview Stills and Web Trailer Released
The official Re:Zero website and social media accounts have released preview stills and a web trailer for Episode 18. The preview images show Ram in combat, Emilia facing Volcanica, and the intense battle sequences that define the episode.
The official Re:Zero account on X confirmed the episode title and premiere date, and also shared that the anime’s title will temporarily change to “Re:Ram -Starting Life in Another World-“ starting from this episode, a playful nod to Ram taking the spotlight.
The episode is animated by WHITE FOX, with Masahiro Shinohara directing. Tappei Nagatsuki, the original light novel author, serves as the scenario supervisor.
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Re:Zero Season 4 Episode 18 Marks the Beginning of the End for the Recapture Arc
Episode 18 represents a critical turning point in the Recapture Arc. With Ram’s battle against Lye reaching its climax and Emilia’s final trial against Volcanica beginning, the episode sets up the final confrontation that will decide the fate of Subaru and his allies. The Cor Leonis Authority continues to play a central role, allowing Subaru to support his companions even as he fights his own battle against the Witchbeast stampede.
The Recapture Arc adapts the sixth arc of Tappei Nagatsuki’s light novel series, which has sold over 16 million copies worldwide, including digital editions. The Re:Zero franchise is also celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, with 10 major projects announced for the milestone.
Episode 18 arrives on Crunchyroll on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at the times listed above for each region. The season finale, Episode 19, will follow on September 30, 2026.
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