Ep. 24: Nephrite's Fatal Investigation and Sacrifice for Naru's Love
Aired on August 29, 1992
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Nephrite persistently investigates Naru while remaining unaware that his crystal detects her romantic feelings toward him. Zoisite correctly identifies this emotional connection and devises a plan to kidnap Naru in order to trap Nephrite. This scheme leads to a confrontation where Nephrite ultimately loses his life. The events highlight the tragic consequences of Nephrite's mission and the manipulation by Zoisite, culminating in the Sailor Guardian's demise as he fails to escape the deadly setup orchestrated by his rival.
Episodes
- Ep. 20 · Usagi and friends visit a beach hotel run by monster-like staff
- Ep. 21 · Nephrite Targets Jealous Animator Amidst Guardians' Studio Distraction
- Ep. 22 · Luna and Beryl evaluate a princess while Usagi experiences her first kiss with Tuxedo Mask
- Ep. 23 · Nephrite guides Naru to steal a crystal while Usagi's warnings are dismissed as jealousy
- Ep. 24 · Nephrite's Fatal Investigation and Sacrifice for Naru's Love
- Ep. 25 · Sailor Jupiter Awakens as Zoisite Hunts for the Seven Great Monsters' Crystals
- Ep. 26 · Usagi and Umino take depressed Naru to Yokohama to cheer her up.
- Ep. 27 · Ami loses a test to Ryo Urawa, a boy with future sight who likes her
- Ep. 28 · Usagi and Mamoru model for an artist while Sailor Moon discovers the locket's origin