Image: Daisuke Aizawa, KADOKAWA／ Shadow Garden
Mb | Jan 1, 2024 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
In Episode 11 of "Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute! Season 2," the narrative accelerates as it swiftly moves through the Oriana arc. The episode is a mix of poignant events and lighthearted moments, particularly highlighting the interactions between Epsilon, Margaret, and Cid.
In his usual obliviousness, Cid misunderstands the significance of the Black Rose, mistaking it for a simple flower. His main concern is freeing Queen Reina, hoping this will catapult Rose into her intended role as a tyrant. However, he stumbles upon a soap opera-like scenario involving Reina and Perv Asshat, which he assumes will anger Rose enough to turn her into a tyrant.
A key scene occurs when Shadow (Cid) has Rose eavesdrop on a conversation between her mother, Reina, and Perv. They discuss their vile plans, including drugging the king and their intention to eliminate Rose after marrying her off to Perv. This revelation shocks Rose so deeply that she vomits uncontrollably and faints.
Cid attempts to console the devastated Rose by playing "Moonlight Sonata" on her balcony. Rose, feeling betrayed and abandoned, finds solace in Cid's presence. Cid shares his philosophy of dividing the world into "things that matter" and "things that don’t," implying that Rose is the most important to him. He leaves, unknowingly dropping the Black Rose ring behind.
Back at the inn, Cid tells Epsilon that he gave Rose "the key"—the truth she needed to hear. Epsilon, however, misunderstands this as the literal key to the Black Rose. Meanwhile, Perv discovers that the Black Rose has gone missing on the day of his wedding.
As Rose walks down the aisle, she believes the Black Rose ring is Cid’s wedding ring. In an emotional turn, she rejects Perv at the altar, exposes his crimes, and declares her intent to bring justice. The Black Rose ring, activated by Rose, projects a message from the late king discrediting Perv and naming Rose as his successor.
The episode reaches its climax when Mordred, disguised as a priest, suddenly beheads Perv and Reina, activating the Black Rose. This summons the archnemesis Ragnarok, a colossal metal dragon, which rampages through the capital. As Ragnarok appears to target Rose, Shadow intervenes, shielding her and revealing his plans for her.
The episode ends with Rose being protected by Shadow amidst chaos and confusion, setting the stage for an explosive finale.
In his usual obliviousness, Cid misunderstands the significance of the Black Rose, mistaking it for a simple flower. His main concern is freeing Queen Reina, hoping this will catapult Rose into her intended role as a tyrant. However, he stumbles upon a soap opera-like scenario involving Reina and Perv Asshat, which he assumes will anger Rose enough to turn her into a tyrant.
A key scene occurs when Shadow (Cid) has Rose eavesdrop on a conversation between her mother, Reina, and Perv. They discuss their vile plans, including drugging the king and their intention to eliminate Rose after marrying her off to Perv. This revelation shocks Rose so deeply that she vomits uncontrollably and faints.
Cid attempts to console the devastated Rose by playing "Moonlight Sonata" on her balcony. Rose, feeling betrayed and abandoned, finds solace in Cid's presence. Cid shares his philosophy of dividing the world into "things that matter" and "things that don’t," implying that Rose is the most important to him. He leaves, unknowingly dropping the Black Rose ring behind.
Back at the inn, Cid tells Epsilon that he gave Rose "the key"—the truth she needed to hear. Epsilon, however, misunderstands this as the literal key to the Black Rose. Meanwhile, Perv discovers that the Black Rose has gone missing on the day of his wedding.
As Rose walks down the aisle, she believes the Black Rose ring is Cid’s wedding ring. In an emotional turn, she rejects Perv at the altar, exposes his crimes, and declares her intent to bring justice. The Black Rose ring, activated by Rose, projects a message from the late king discrediting Perv and naming Rose as his successor.
The episode reaches its climax when Mordred, disguised as a priest, suddenly beheads Perv and Reina, activating the Black Rose. This summons the archnemesis Ragnarok, a colossal metal dragon, which rampages through the capital. As Ragnarok appears to target Rose, Shadow intervenes, shielding her and revealing his plans for her.
The episode ends with Rose being protected by Shadow amidst chaos and confusion, setting the stage for an explosive finale.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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