Unleashing the Unseen: Frieren's Epic Confrontation with Ancient Demons

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End episode 7, which recently aired, delved into existential dread and unveiled the true essence of demons and their "words." Although the episode was less action-oriented compared to previous ones, it primarily focused on depicting the nature and motives of the demons. However, fans can anticipate that episode 8 and subsequent episodes will prioritize combat.

Released on October 20, 2023, episode 7 of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is now accessible on Netflix, Crunchyroll, and Muse Asia's YouTube channel in certain regions. The upcoming episode, set to be released on October 27, 2023, will showcase Frieren's battle against the demons.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for the Frieren anime.

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End episode 7 highlights: Frieren is taken away into the dungeon

Episode 7 of the anime, titled "Just a Fairy Tale," effectively portrays a mix of existential dread and Frieren's challenges as a solitary being who has outlived nearly everything else. The chapter opens with Frieren reflecting on why Himmel leaves behind numerous statues of himself and his companions.

Frieren openly displays her disinterest, but Himmel proceeds to divulge his motive regardless. He reveals that his abundant creation of statues serves as a testament to his existence for future generations, preserving their reality from fading into mere folklore like Frieren's late mentor, Flamme.

The scene transitions to Frieren, Fern, and Stark attending the liberation festival, which was organized to honor Himmel and his group for freeing the region from a demon's control nearly 80 years prior. Frieren contemplates whether the townspeople will continue to celebrate the festival in the coming centuries.

Upon arriving at Graf Granat's territory, Frieren and her companions observe a notable presence of Sentinels. However, Frieren abruptly halts and prepares to defend herself with her staff. Fern intervenes, reminding them that they should avoid conflict since they are in a populated area.

Frieren is informed by Frieren that there are Demons present in the area. However, Frieren witnesses Graf Granat himself engaging in a conversation with a group of demons acting as "peace envoys." Frieren receives a scolding from the sentinels and is subsequently taken to a dungeon after making a comment suggesting that Demons are untamed creatures who merely imitate human speech.

Frieren discloses her extreme aversion towards Demons, claiming that they are offspring of monstrous creatures who would cunningly lure humans by crying out for help. She further asserts that Demons employ human speech solely as a tool for deceiving humans.

Lugner, the leader of the demon envoy, later discloses to his subordinates that Frieren is the sole inhabitant of the town who possesses the knowledge about the demons. He further reveals that they had been feigning as peace envoys with the intention of persuading Graf Granat to remove the town's barrier, thereby allowing their boss, Aura the Gillotuine, to destroy the entire town. Consequently, it becomes evident to the audience that Frieren does indeed possess awareness regarding the truth about the demons.

Final Thoughts

In Frieren: Beyond Journey's End anime episode 7, a demon envoy invades Frieren's cell with the intention of assassinating her. However, Frieren surprises everyone by revealing her strength, surpassing even their leader, Aura the Gillotuine. This episode of the anime adapts chapters 13, 14, and half of chapter 15 from the manga. Fans can anticipate action-packed episodes ahead, shedding light on the remarkable experiences Frieren has accumulated throughout her extensive lifespan as a mage.