In the season finale, the focus is on the results of the individual mages' exams and the subsequent interactions. Fern, Evil, Land, Whirl, Method, and Denken are among the mages who pass their exams, with reasons ranging from innate talent to the influence of others' actions. Denken thanks Frieren and Fern for his success and plans to visit his wife's grave. Fern meets Denken and Whirl in a bakery, where they sit together over tea and cookies, courtesy of Denken, and discuss the death of his wife and his motivations for becoming a mage.
Whirl talks to Frieren about the influence of Himmel's Party on his decision to become a mage and emphasizes the importance of small acts of kindness. The narrative explores Frieren's influence on her students, particularly Fern, who now ranks among the world's top fifty mages. The episode also covers Lernen's confrontation with Frieren outside the headquarters of the Association, driven by his desire to be remembered alongside the great mage Flamme. Frieren offers insight into Serie's thoughts about her students and hints that Lernen, too, will be remembered.
Fern chooses a practical spell that keeps clothes clean and pleasantly scented, reflecting her pragmatic nature and unique character. The episode ends with Frieren, Fern, and Stark setting off to continue their journey, highlighting Stark's connections within the city and the heartfelt farewells from Kanne and Lawine. The narrative emphasizes quick goodbyes, a lesson from Himmel, hinting at a hopeful reunion in the future. The season finale covers themes such as memory, influence, and the significance of both monumental and everyday moments.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.