Ep. 16: Shoji confronts Masaru about Sadayoshi's influence while Masaru consumes Shoji's blood to access his memories.
Aired on February 7, 2019
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Masaru drinks Shoji's blood, triggering memories of his past at Miura Dojo in Nagasaki. He recalls studying medicine under Dr. Bai Yin and creating a Shirogane marionette. While treating Mr. Nakayama, Shoji met Angelina, known as Tohno-dayu, who saved him from a fire using Bai Yin's Arlequin marionette. She later revealed her history and a vial of Aqua Vitae. Shoji, realizing his love for her, drank the liquid to ensure they could remain together for eternity. This flashback explains the depth of Shoji's connection to Angelina and the origins of his supernatural abilities and motivations, providing context for his current actions and relationships within the narrative.
Episodes
- Ep. 12 · The group faces deadly traps and a combat trial before meeting Lady Francine.
- Ep. 13 · Lucille arrives with reinforcements to save the Midnight Circus from the Quatre Pionniers.
- Ep. 14 · Narumi confronts Shirogane while Francine's true origin is revealed after the battle.
- Ep. 15 · Masaru discovers his father's secret room and battles Kuroga village marionettes.
- Ep. 16 · Shoji confronts Masaru about Sadayoshi's influence while Masaru consumes Shoji's blood to access his memories.
- Ep. 17 · Shoji reveals his past with Angelina and Guy's history with Lucille and Zonapha
- Ep. 18 · Shoji recalls the past as Francine faces automata while Angelina sacrifices herself to protect the baby.
- Ep. 19 · Guy confronts Masaru about his identity while Masaru recalls Shoji's past and memories.
- Ep. 20 · Masaru confronts his past as the Faceless Commander attacks Guy and takes Éléonore.