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AMBot | 03/19/2024 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
In Episode 19, a pivotal moment occurs when a Fallbeast appears before Touko and Kanata, its presence and purpose initially unclear to them. Akira, observing the events from afar, suspects that the Fallbeast's arrival is due to it sensing the disturbances in the divine palace and seeking to end them.
In a dramatic turn, Mizore and Temari join the battle, attacking the Fallbeast alongside Kanata. This combined effort allows Touko to deliver the decisive blow by beheading the creature with her sickle, an act that leaves the onlookers, including the divine beings, in awe of her abilities. This moment raises questions about Touko's fate as the Mistress of the Fire Hunters, especially as the Flickering Flame challenges Akira for her hunting joy.
The story deepens as the Flickering Flame reveals its inability to leave Kira's body and hints that its hunt might end the chaos surrounding them. This revelation is interrupted by a sudden attack on the divine palace, prompting Hibari to urge Touko to meet with Tayurahime, where it is revealed that the Tayurahime they knew was merely a substitute for the true deity residing in the palace shrine.
An unexpected landslide plunges the characters into a dreamlike scenario, where the boundaries between reality and illusion blur. In this state, Touko learns of Mizore's death and the uncertain fate of her companions. Hibari guides Touko through this surreal landscape, showing her gods resting in silken cocoons and hinting at Tayurahime's desire to speak with her.
The episode takes an insightful turn as Kiri informs the group, including the newly awakened Touko, of their location—a hidden testing ground of the gods previously unknown to humans. They discover tubes initially thought to be failed experiments of the Tree People but interpreted by Koushi as god infants, suggesting a profound secret of the god clans.
Koushi theorizes about the god clans' dependence on humans and the potential transformation of humans into gods. Amid these revelations, Akira's absence is noted, prompting Koushi to follow her on the last known route to the true palace. The episode further explores the theme of divine-human symbiosis as Koushi, Touko, and Kanata traverse a path illuminated by glowing fish, believed to be organic mechanisms for collecting and purifying the devilfire essential to Tayurahime's continued existence.
The episode ends with Akira encountering an unknown figure and their dog.
In a dramatic turn, Mizore and Temari join the battle, attacking the Fallbeast alongside Kanata. This combined effort allows Touko to deliver the decisive blow by beheading the creature with her sickle, an act that leaves the onlookers, including the divine beings, in awe of her abilities. This moment raises questions about Touko's fate as the Mistress of the Fire Hunters, especially as the Flickering Flame challenges Akira for her hunting joy.
The story deepens as the Flickering Flame reveals its inability to leave Kira's body and hints that its hunt might end the chaos surrounding them. This revelation is interrupted by a sudden attack on the divine palace, prompting Hibari to urge Touko to meet with Tayurahime, where it is revealed that the Tayurahime they knew was merely a substitute for the true deity residing in the palace shrine.
An unexpected landslide plunges the characters into a dreamlike scenario, where the boundaries between reality and illusion blur. In this state, Touko learns of Mizore's death and the uncertain fate of her companions. Hibari guides Touko through this surreal landscape, showing her gods resting in silken cocoons and hinting at Tayurahime's desire to speak with her.
The episode takes an insightful turn as Kiri informs the group, including the newly awakened Touko, of their location—a hidden testing ground of the gods previously unknown to humans. They discover tubes initially thought to be failed experiments of the Tree People but interpreted by Koushi as god infants, suggesting a profound secret of the god clans.
Koushi theorizes about the god clans' dependence on humans and the potential transformation of humans into gods. Amid these revelations, Akira's absence is noted, prompting Koushi to follow her on the last known route to the true palace. The episode further explores the theme of divine-human symbiosis as Koushi, Touko, and Kanata traverse a path illuminated by glowing fish, believed to be organic mechanisms for collecting and purifying the devilfire essential to Tayurahime's continued existence.
The episode ends with Akira encountering an unknown figure and their dog.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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