Ep. 26: Yoko Frustrates Keiki and Appoints Him While Suzu and Shoukei Seek New Rulers
Aired on November 19, 2002
Dissatisfied with her court, Yoko directs her frustration toward Keiki and demotes half her attendants to non-political roles. She appoints Keiki to a position of power before announcing her departure from the palace. Meanwhile, she continues receiving visions from the sword. Suzu, fed up with her mistress, travels to Sai to find the new Queen Kei. In a separate journey, Shoukei arrives in Kyou, where he is taken in by its very young queen. These events highlight shifting allegiances and political maneuvers as characters navigate their new circumstances and seek out different leaders.
Episodes
- Ep. 22 · Yoko and Rakushun exchange letters discussing his studies and her travels
- Ep. 23 · Suzu’s Past in Twelve Kingdoms, Shoukei’s Exile, and Yoko’s Coronation Visions
- Ep. 24 · Yoko Navigates Court Disputes and Confides in King En During Coronation Aftermath
- Ep. 25 · Wind, Sky, and Chapter Three: Suzu's Dream and the Exile
- Ep. 26 · Yoko Frustrates Keiki and Appoints Him While Suzu and Shoukei Seek New Rulers
- Ep. 27 · Shoukei faces palace hardships while Suzu and Yoko learn to rule among the people.
- Ep. 28 · Asano Stows Away on Suzu's Boat While Yoko Saves a Village from Youma
- Ep. 29 · Wind's Distance and Dawn Sky Chapter Seven Narrative Summary
- Ep. 30 · Yoko receives sword visions while Asano and Suzu seek medical help for Seishuu in Kei.