The start of this episode is an interesting. Much like it has been the case over the course of the season, we are getting some anime original scenes. This time, it is Senku reminiscing over what it was like when he first broke out of the stone.
Ukyo informs the group that Tsukasa and Hyoga are at the grave, already showing his willingness to assist the Kingdom of Science. At the end of the previous episode, Senku explained that they had a mere 20 seconds to get the cave back. They plan on doing this by scaring the guards at the grave with a balloon explosion, so they proceed to put this plan into action.
The countdown begins (And it is freaking epic. Much like the TV series, 24). Senku uses several weapons to start the siege. The first was the explosion.
The second is the shield Taiju has, which is made of carbon. Carbon resin is the same invention they came up with back when they were finessing the car. Similar to back then, it breaks the weapons that Tsukasa's people are armed with. Showing just how good it is for defensive purposes. Taiju is also better equipped to handle it due to how strong he is. (So there is no recoil from the impact)
The third is the sound bomb, this time improvised using a copper plate plus an explosion. Kohaku and the rest of the group protect themselves with earplugs, which prevents them from being caught up in the sound. Back when Senku used the flashbang on Homura, he failed to warn Kohaku in time and she was caught up in the attack as well. This time, things are different.
Eventually, the tank ends up collapsing due to all the traps set up in the area. These were the same traps that were all over Chrome’s prison, so we realize Tsukasa took other measures to protect the miracle cave (Other than the bodyguards)
Minami, who is watching from a distance, plans on rushing back to report to Tsukasa. Ukyo stands in her path, along with Nikki, and they both stop her from proceeding. A similar fate meets all those who are planning on deserting the battlefield.
Back at the main battlefield, the device they were using for the sonic bomb is destroyed, and Senku and Chrome are at the enemy’s mercy. Taiju steps in, using his loud noise to recreate a sonic bomb. He also eliminates the last of the guards at the miracle cave, effectively making their mission a success.
Once the last line of defense is overcome, the Kingdom of Science manages to recapture the miracle cave. No lives are lost as well, so Ukyo’s conditions are also met. It's a perfect victory.For now.....
Wasting no time, Senku obtains a mixture of charcoal and sulfur from the tank, prepared to begin on making gunpowder. These are pretty much the same ingredients he used when he was back at the hot springs in season 1 as well. Except this time, he comes with a lot more than back then. This informs us of the threat that both Tsukasa and Hyoga pose.
However, he does not get a chance to make gunpowder. Ukyo is suddenly struck down, and Hyoga along with Tsukasa appear at the scene.
Senku and Tsukasa finally meet again. Gen tries intervening with his Lilian persona, but Hyoga exposes his ruse in front of everyone there. This means that their ghost Lilian plan has effectively been stopped. Defeat is surely inevitable.
Hyoga offers Senku a proposition, his head for the rest of the villager’s lives. Of course, Taiju is not willing to accept such a compromise. Senku as well. Kohaku and the rest of the KOS charge at Tsukasa and Hyoga, intent on buying time for Senku to come up with something to turn the tide of the war.
The episode ends with both Senku and Tsukasa stating their ideals, and the clash begins in earnest.
This was an action-packed episode. From start to the very end, no character had any time to relax or take it easy. From the look out Ukyo, to even the likes of Minami who nearly ruined the whole plan, the episode pretty much lived up to its title of ‘Final Battle’ very well.
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