Ep. 20: Yusuke faces Suzaku's seven-part split while allies battle Makai-infested civilians and cultivated humans.

Usuke attempts to seize the Makai Whistle from Suzaku but fails. Suzaku then employs a secret technique to divide into seven entities, overwhelming Yusuke with massive attacks. Meanwhile, Botan and Keiko struggle to avoid harm from Makai-infested civilians. Kuwabara, Kurama, and Hiei remain occupied with cultivated humans, even inside the watchtower. Yusuke recalls his critical condition training under Genkai, committing to fight despite approaching death. This episode highlights the intense struggle against Suzaku's unique abilities and the ongoing conflicts with other enemies. The narrative emphasizes the characters' resilience and determination in the face of overwhelming odds. Yusuke's internal resolve is tested as he confronts the divided Suzaku. The actions of the other team members continue to impact the broader battle. The episode focuses on the immediate threats and the characters' responses to them.
Episodes
- Ep. 16 · Kuwabara confronts Byakko, the second Saint Beast, in a battle of spirit energy.
- Ep. 17 · Kuwabara battles Byakko again in a lava-filled room after the demon's apparent defeat.
- Ep. 18 · Seiryu the Blue Dragon confronts the group while Hiei defeats him and the leader targets Keiko.
- Ep. 19 · Yusuke confronts Suzaku, the Beast Leader, while allies face human barricades.
- Ep. 20 · Yusuke faces Suzaku's seven-part split while allies battle Makai-infested civilians and cultivated humans.
- Ep. 21 · Yusuke sacrifices his life energy to defeat Suzaku and save Keiko
- Ep. 22 · Yusuke receives a mission to rescue Yukina from the cruel crime lord Tarukane.
- Ep. 23 · Yusuke's group battles guards while Tarukane loses bets to Sakyo
- Ep. 24 · Yusuke, Kuwabara, and Botan confront the Spirit World's Triad demons