Saiyuuki RELOAD: ZEROIN

The group faces ambushes by humans and assassins while meeting a priest with a giant companion.

Exhausted and bored, the traveling party proceeds to the nearest town. During the journey, they are attacked by three suspicious humans chanting to kill all demons. Upon arriving at the town, the group encounters another ambush, this time by assassins serving Gyumaoh. It is during this conflict that they meet a strange priest who is accompanied by his large companion.

Hakkai attacked by yellow-eyed humans while recovering, party leaves city after Hazel appears

While recuperating, Hakkai was assaulted by a group of humans characterized by yellow eyes. He managed to somehow rejoin Sanzo and the others. Despite the attack being the cause, their party had pointed their guns at humans. Feeling driven out, they left the city. Once again, Hazel appeared before them.

Sanzo Party Rescues Hostages While Ideological Differences Surface Between Humans and Demons

The Sanzo party, assisted by Hazel and her friends, successfully liberates women held captive by demons. This rescue operation highlights a growing divergence in perspective between the human and demon factions. Following these events, Hazel seeks out Sanzo for a private conversation that night. The dialogue focuses on the specific reasons behind his request for assistance. The narrative explores the underlying tensions and differing worldviews that have emerged from this incident, setting the stage for future interactions between the characters involved.

Sanzo group enters demon-free city under mysterious barrier

The Sanzo group arrives in a city protected by a barrier created by Lord Soushin, which prevents demons from entering. Goku, Gojyo, and Hakkai, who are demons, are able to enter without issue, leading the group to view the cleric's power with suspicion. They take the opportunity to enjoy the vibrant city atmosphere after a long period of travel. Despite their initial relief and enjoyment of the urban environment, the situation is not as safe as it appears. A hidden trap awaits them within the city, complicating their stay and raising concerns about the true nature of the barrier and the cleric's intentions.

Goku finds a fainting demon in the forest after following fruit scents

Drawn by the scent of fruit, Goku enters the forest alone and discovers a demon who has fainted. The narrative poses a question regarding the true identity of this mysterious figure. In the second half of the episode, the story shifts focus to introduce a specific behind-the-scenes segment. This portion provides additional context or commentary related to the production or events depicted. The summary highlights the initial encounter in the woods and the subsequent revelation of the demon's background, maintaining a focus on these specific plot points without adding external information or speculation beyond what is presented in the source material.

The party encounters resurrected townsfolk after leaving the forest

Upon departing the forest, the group reaches a new settlement populated by humans with yellow eyes who were brought back to life by Hazel. Sanzo and his companions observe these individuals living in peace, which provokes mixed emotions within the team. They reflect on the moral implications of resurrection and the value of existence. The narrative explores how people react when their own lives or the lives of those they cherish are taken away, questioning the right to life and the consequences of defying natural death.

Sanzo flees as Goku dies, while Gojo and Hakkai remove the gold sword to release Saiten Daisho.

Goku lies dying in front of Sanzo, who is consumed by murderous intentions toward the other party. Overcome with emotion, Sanzo runs away from the scene to find the person responsible. Meanwhile, the remaining members, Gojo and Hakkai, proceed to remove the gold sword. This action is taken based on a bet of one or eight. By removing the sword, they successfully release the power of Goku's Saiten Daisho, marking a critical moment in the narrative as the group deals with the aftermath of Goku's critical condition and Sanzo's departure.

Goku, Goku, and Hakkai seek help from youkai villagers near a contested oasis.

Goku, Goku, and Hakkai find themselves stranded in the desert after losing their ability to speak and lacking a credit card. They are rescued by siblings residing in a village inhabited exclusively by youkai. These villagers assist the travelers despite an ongoing conflict between their community and a nearby human city over control of a vital oasis. The group relies on the hospitality of these youkai while navigating the tensions surrounding the resource dispute that divides the two settlements.

Gojo and Hakkai chase a white dragon while Goku faces a tragic return and youkai invasion.

Gojo and Hakkai pursue a white dragon to a remote water source, leaving Goku behind. The girl's older brother returns to the location as a lifeless corpse. Youkai, enraged by their deaths at human hands, arrive at the oasis. Tensions escalate into conflict between the youkai and humans. Goku finds himself pushed to the brink as the situation deteriorates. The narrative focuses on the immediate aftermath of the dragon chase and the subsequent confrontation involving the vengeful spirits and the remaining characters at the water site.

Atonement

The Next Sunrise

Goku and Hakkai rescue wounded Sanzou from a crow attack while facing Mutenkyobun's power.

Goku and Hakkai successfully rescue Sanzou, who is severely wounded by a crow attack. However, the group faces a new struggle against the overwhelming power of Mutenkyobun, a force capable of reducing everything to nothing. This situation creates significant difficulty for the party as they attempt to overcome the threat. Additionally, the crow reveals a new truth to Hazel, adding a layer of mystery to the ongoing conflict. The narrative focuses on the immediate danger posed by Mutenkyobun and the emotional impact of the crow's revelation on Hazel, highlighting the tension between the characters and the formidable enemies they must confront in this intense encounter.

Vlahar Resurfaces and Hijacks Hazel Amidst the Crow Battle

As suppressed memories return, the youkai Vlahar emerges from within and takes control of Hazel. This sudden hijacking occurs during a chaotic melee involving a battle with crows. The outcome of this confrontation remains uncertain as the situation escalates. The narrative focuses on the immediate consequences of Vlahar's appearance and the resulting danger to Hazel, leaving the fate of the ongoing conflict with the crows unresolved. The scene highlights the tension between the reviving memories and the external threat posed by the youkai, creating a critical moment in the storyline where control is lost and the battle's direction becomes unpredictable.