Ep. 20: Sakura encounters Yamasaki who impersonates her father's friend to steal her spirit energy.
Aired on August 19, 2000
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Sakura encounters Yamasaki on the street, where he introduces himself as an old friend of her father. He presents her with a gift that secretly drains her Spirit Energy and brainwashes her without her knowledge. The narrative questions whether Sakura will recognize the danger in time to stop the process. It also explores if anyone can restore her to her normal state. Additionally, the episode investigates the nature of Yamasaki’s broader master plan and the increasing threat posed by the darkness.
Episodes
- Ep. 16 · Yoneda Recalls His Time With The Imperial Anti-Koma Squad And The Fate Of Sakura’s Father And Major Yamasaki
- Ep. 17 · Sakura and Sumire practice their skills while Iris masters her Kobu before a demon attack.
- Ep. 18 · Sakura takes the lead in Cinderella while Ogami designs a new attack formation for Yoneda.
- Ep. 19 · The girls practice Ogami's new Flower Formation despite timing and confidence issues
- Ep. 20 · Sakura encounters Yamasaki who impersonates her father's friend to steal her spirit energy.
- Ep. 21 · Yoneda makes a desperate sacrifice against Yamasaki as Japan faces defeat
- Ep. 22 · Ogami and Ayame return to the theater as Yamasaki and demons attack the base.
- Ep. 23 · Kohran faces illusions and demons while questioning her return to the Flower Division
- Ep. 24 · Yamasaki nears the final stone while the board plans to destroy the city and Ayame seeks to stop them.