The latest episode of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4 arrived on April 24, 2026, bringing a mix of comedy and serious world-building. Rimuru Tempest and his friends spent time playing in the dungeon, but the fun did not last long. Political pressure and unexpected visitors forced the group to face real responsibilities.
The episode titled “Invitation” shifts the story from simple dungeon adventures to larger political conflicts. Studio 8-bit continues to deliver solid animation quality, making both funny and serious moments work well together. The episode has received positive responses from viewers who enjoy seeing Rimuru’s nation grow while dealing with new threats.
Dungeon Dominators Show Off Their New Named Avatars
The episode opens with the return of the Dungeon Dominators. This avatar group created by Rimuru and his team now has individual names and identities. Milim Nava controls the Red Meteor – Scarlet. Veldora Tempest commands the Laughing Golden Skull – Goldskull. Ramiris pilots the Heavy Armor of Purple Smoke – Mauve Titan. Rimuru himself uses the Blue Reaper – Blue Death.
The group decides to practice on other adventurers inside the dungeon. They defeat many teams easily, showing how powerful their avatars have become. Some viewers noted that this seemed unfair since Rimuru usually promotes fair challenges. But most fans took it as playful fun rather than a serious issue.
Meanwhile, Masayuki and his team reached the 50th floor of the dungeon. The broadcast of dungeon adventures has brought many new adventurers to Tempest. Rimuru’s idea to turn the dungeon into a tourist spot is working well. The city is growing with new people eager to test their skills.
Frey Arrives and Drags Milim Back to Work
The fun ends quickly when an unexpected guest arrives. Shuna informs Rimuru that Frey has come to visit. Milim tries to hide behind Rimuru when she sees Frey, but she gets caught immediately.
Frey reveals that Milim has been ignoring her actual duties for too long. She has been spending all her time playing with Rimuru and the others instead of handling her responsibilities as a Demon Lord. Everyone in the room becomes scared of Frey’s authority and backs away from helping Milim.
“Watching Milim being dragged away despite being someone who is incredibly strong was hilarious, but reminds viewers that in the end, Frey’s authority works because that is how authoritative she is.” – Review from Soap Central
The moment is funny because Milim is one of the most powerful characters in the series. Yet she cannot escape Frey’s reach. Frey drags her out of the castle while Rimuru watches helplessly.
Western Council Votes to Accept Tempest
On the other side of the continent, a major political meeting takes place. The Western Nations Council holds a vote to decide whether to accept the Jura Tempest Federation as a member. Many nobles express both support and opposition to the idea.
Johann Rostia gives the deciding speech. He explains that the Eastern Countries are moving their military forces. Having Demon Lord Rimuru, the Storm Dragon Veldora, and the monster army on their side would be very profitable for the Western Nations.
His argument convinces the majority. The council votes to include Tempest as part of their group. This decision gives Rimuru’s nation official recognition from the Western powers. Hinata Sakaguchi watches the meeting as an onlooker. After the vote ends, the first prince of Engrassia stops her as she leaves.
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What This Means for Rimuru and Tempest
The council’s decision changes everything for Tempest. The nation now has official political standing among the Western powers. This brings both benefits and new dangers. With recognition comes more attention from enemies who want to stop Rimuru’s growing influence.
The episode builds up several storylines that will matter in future episodes. Milim must return to her duties, leaving Rimuru without one of his strongest allies nearby. The political situation grows more complex as enemies plan in the shadows. Mariabell Rosso continues her scheme to use her Greed ability on Rimuru.
Episode 4 of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4 balances comedy and serious storytelling well. The dungeon scenes provide entertainment while the council meeting sets up larger conflicts. Studio 8-bit keeps the animation quality high, making both action and dialogue scenes look good.
Fans can watch the episode on Crunchyroll in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and Southeast Asia. Japanese viewers have access through ABEMA, U-NEXT, d Anime Store, DMM TV, Disney+, and Hulu.
The series has been confirmed for 60 episodes total, split across five cours. Two cours will air back to back, giving fans plenty of content to enjoy. Episode 5 will face a minor scheduling delay, so viewers should check official sources for updated release information.
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