Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Magic Council has been attacked by Tartaros, and Erza was present, killing the attacker and preventing further damage.
• The Magic Council invites powerful wizards, including two of the Ten Wizard Saints, to guard it.
• The Fairy Tail guild members gather for a meeting to discuss Tartaros, but they spend three days doing nothing, creating a sense of urgency among the guild members.

Character Developments

• Erza is now the guild master and is more responsible and serious.
• Cain is shown to be lazy and easily tired, sleeping through most of the meeting.
• Laxus is decisive and efficient, immediately taking on a job after the meeting.

Significant Themes

• The threat of Tartaros and the need for the guild to be prepared.
• The responsibility of the guild master and the importance of leading by example.
• The contrast between the seriousness of the situation and the casual behavior of some guild members.

Character Interactions

• Erza and Cain: Erza shows concern for Cain's well-being, while Cain is comfortable and at ease with Erza.
• Laxus and Ur: Laxus is irritated by Ur's behavior, while Ur teases Laxus for being too stiff.
• Makarov and Erza: Makarov manipulates the situation to make the guild members more aware of the threat, while Erza is initially worried but eventually agrees with Makarov's plan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fried and Yajima are managing 8Island restaurant. Fried shows cooking skills, but the restaurant is empty.
• A hooded man, later revealed as Storm (one of the Nine Demon Gates), destroys 8Island using his tornado curse.
• Evergreen, Fried, and Bickslow attempt to protect Yajima but are overwhelmed by Storm's power.
• Laxus arrives and saves Yajima, engaging Storm in battle.

Character Developments

• Fried shows his loyalty and concern for Yajima, trying to protect him despite being outmatched.
• Evergreen demonstrates her combat skills and professionalism as a waitress, trying to defend the restaurant and its patrons.
• Bickslow uses his dolls to attack Storm, showing his strategic thinking and determination.
• Laxus arrives just in time to save Yajima, displaying his power and confidence.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and friendship (Fried, Evergreen, Bickslow)
• Power and its consequences (Storm's destructive power)
• Timing and intervention (Laxus's timely arrival)

Character Interactions

• Fried and Yajima: Fried shows appreciation for Yajima's praise, and Yajima acknowledges Fried's cooking skills.
• Evergreen and Yajima: Evergreen expresses frustration about the lack of customers, and Yajima agrees that she's a top-tier beauty.
• Fried, Bickslow, and Laxus: They work together to protect Yajima, with Laxus ultimately saving the day.
• Storm and Laxus: They engage in a battle of power, with Storm showing disdain for magic and Laxus displaying confidence in his abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Laxus easily defeats Storm, a demon, but Storm self-destructs, releasing Magic Barrier Particles that pollute the atmosphere and threaten the entire city.
• Laxus attempts to absorb the particles to save the city but reaches his limit and collapses.

Character Developments

• Laxus demonstrates his immense power and selflessness, willing to sacrifice himself to save the city.
• Storm shows resilience and cunning, using his self-destruction as a last resort to cause chaos.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for the greater good (Laxus)
• Cunning and resilience in the face of defeat (Storm)
• The consequences of one's actions (Storm's self-destruction leading to city-wide danger)

Character Interactions

• Laxus and Storm: Laxus easily defeats Storm, but Storm's self-destruction puts the city in danger.
• Laxus and his team (Fried, Bickslow, Evergreen, Yajima): They try to stop Laxus from absorbing the particles but ultimately fail. They then follow Laxus's orders to evacuate the city.
• Laxus and Cain: Laxus entrusts Cain with finding a solution to the Magic Barrier Particles problem before collapsing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fairy Tail members are silent and somber due to the recent attack by Tartaros.
• Cain heals the injured guild members, including Laxus, and clears their bodies of Magic Barrier Particles.
• Cain leaves to purify the Magic Barrier Particles in the city, transforming into his Six-Winged Angel Form.
• In Tartaros, a mysterious figure departs to confront Cain, while Mard Geer orders the extermination of Fairy Tail and the continuation of the Face Plan.

Character Developments

• Cain demonstrates his selfless nature by purifying the city despite the impending war with Tartaros.
• Mard Geer reveals his ruthless ambition, ordering the killing of all Fairy Tail members and the continuation of the Face Plan.
• Yajima awakens and shares his suspicions about Tartaros' target being Face, a magic pulse bomb passed down through generations.

Significant Themes

• Selflessness and sacrifice (Cain)
• Ambition and ruthlessness (Mard Geer)
• Trust and betrayal (the traitor in the council)
• Secrets and hidden agendas (Face)

Character Interactions

• Natsu and Makarov discuss going to war against Tartaros.
• Cain leaves to purify the city, with Charle guessing his intentions correctly.
• Yajima and Makarov discuss the possible target of Tartaros' attack, leading to the revelation about Face.
• In Tartaros, Mard Geer orders the extermination of Fairy Tail and the continuation of the Face Plan, while the mysterious figure departs to confront Cain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yajima reveals that Face (a magic pulse bomb) can be activated by killing three council members linked by Lifeform Linkage Magic.
• Makarov learns that Jellal and the former chairman, Crawford, are among the three targeted council members.
• Erza and Mira are sent to protect Crawford.
• Cain, in his Six-Winged Angel form, faces off against his Edolas counterpart, Cain Seiden.

Character Developments

• Makarov shows concern for the safety of the council members and the world, displaying his responsibility and wisdom.
• Jellal's confidence in his abilities is highlighted.
• Cain, in his Six-Winged Angel form, remains emotionless and focused on his mission.

Significant Themes

• The destructive power of magic and the need for control and caution in its use.
• The importance of protecting and serving the greater good, as shown by Makarov's actions.

Character Interactions

• Makarov and Yajima discuss the Face's activation method and the threat it poses.
• Makarov and Gran Doma coordinate to protect the targeted council members.
• Cain and Cain Seiden clash, showcasing their power and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cain and Seiden engage in a fierce battle, with Seiden revealing his true strength and creating clones.
• Cain uses a ring of light to destroy Seiden's clones and then engages in a physical battle with him.
• Erza and Mira visit Crawford, the former chairman, to protect him. They discover that Crawford has drugged their tea and is being controlled by Kyôka.

Character Developments

• Seiden's power increases as Cain's strength grows, revealing their connection.
• Cain demonstrates his power and resilience by withstanding Seiden's Judgment Radiance and destroying his clones.
• Erza and Mira show their observational skills and quick thinking by detecting the drugged tea and capturing Crawford.

Significant Themes

• The power of unity and connection, as seen between Cain and Seiden.
• The struggle between light and darkness, reflected in the battle between Cain and Seiden.
• The theme of deception and manipulation, shown through Crawford's actions and Kyôka's control over him.

Character Interactions

• Cain and Seiden's battle showcases their power and determination, with neither willing to back down.
• Erza and Mira work together to protect Crawford and expose Kyôka's plan, demonstrating their trust and understanding of each other.
• Crawford's interaction with Erza and Mira reveals his attempt to deceive them, while Kyôka's appearance highlights her manipulation and disregard for Crawford.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Erza faces Kyôka, a member of Tartaros.
• Kyôka uses her Enhancement curse to increase Erza's pain from a small wound.
• Erza and Kyôka engage in a fierce battle, ending in a draw.
• Crawford, a former council chairman, is revealed to be a traitor and a member of Tartaros.
• Erza and Mira capture Crawford and bring him back to the guild.

Character Developments

• Erza demonstrates her exceptional combat skills and resilience, even when faced with intense pain.
• Kyôka shows her strategic prowess and curse abilities, but ultimately retreats.
• Crawford's true allegiance is revealed, showing his deceitful nature.
• Makarov's concern for Erza and Mira grows, highlighting his protective instincts as guild master.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Resilience: Erza's unyielding spirit and physical prowess are showcased in her battle against Kyôka.
• Deception and Betrayal: Crawford's true allegiance to Tartaros highlights the theme of deception and the danger of trusting the wrong people.
• Protective Instincts: Makarov's worry for Erza and Mira underscores the theme of family and protection within the guild.

Character Interactions

• Erza and Kyôka's intense battle showcases their respective skills and determination.
• Erza and Mira's teamwork and concern for each other are evident in their decision to capture Crawford together and Mira's care for Erza's well-being.
• Makarov's interaction with Crawford reveals his anger and determination to extract information about Tartaros.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Erza and Mira return to Fairy Tail with Crawford, who is immediately injured by Ultear.
• Crawford is taken to the basement for interrogation.
• Cain is missing, having gone to deal with Magic Barrier Particles. His last known location is the Dorkus Mountains.
• Cain is revealed to be battling his Edolas counterpart, Seiden, who seeks to devour Cain to gain godhood.
• Cain seals Seiden's magic using five Holy Lances and prepares to use the Demon-Slaying Sword.

Character Developments

• Crawford's betrayal is met with harsh treatment from Fairy Tail members.
• Cain demonstrates his growth and mastery over his Holy Lance magic, sealing Seiden's magic without activating its destructive force.

Significant Themes

• Light vs. Dark: Cain's light magic vs. Seiden's dark magic, and the conflict between their ideologies.
• Betrayal and its consequences: Crawford's betrayal leads to his harsh treatment.
• Growth and mastery: Cain's growth in his magic abilities and his understanding of his powers.

Character Interactions

• Erza and Mira return safely, worrying about Cain's whereabouts.
• Ultear explains Cain's situation to Erza and Mira.
• Cain battles Seiden, with both displaying powerful magic and understanding of their opponent.
• Seiden tries to provoke his younger self into action, but Cain remains calm and composed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cain and Seiden's battle is interrupted by a mysterious attack from above, creating massive craters.
• Seiden breaks free from the Holy Lance seal with the help of the second attack.
• Seiden charges Cain again, and they engage in close-quarters combat.
• Cain overpowers Seiden, but Seiden drinks a potion made from Giant Dragon flesh and blood, transforming into a hybrid form with dragon features.

Character Developments

• Cain demonstrates exceptional strength and reflexes, dodging a near-light-speed attack and overpowering Seiden.
• Seiden shows desperation and ruthlessness, using a dragon potion to enhance his powers.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and the consequences of unchecked ambition (Seiden's transformation).
• The struggle between good and evil, with Cain representing the former and Seiden the latter.

Character Interactions

• Cain and Seiden's battle intensifies, with Cain gaining the upper hand initially but Seiden gaining a new advantage with his transformation.
• The mysterious attackers on the airship watch the battle, hoping to witness Seiden's transformation and Cain's defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Seiden's instability increases after consuming the potion, nearing his transformation into a beast.
• Seiden attacks Cain with enhanced strength and speed, blasting him away.
• Cain is unfazed by Seiden's transformation, expecting this outcome.
• Fairy Tail guild prepares for an assault on Tartaros, with Erza leading a team.
• Erza's team uses Cana's Card Magic and Happy & Charle's flying abilities to infiltrate Tartaros.

Character Developments

• Seiden's emotions and power surge uncontrollably, losing his rationality.
• Cain remains calm and composed, expecting Seiden's transformation.
• Makarov worries about the guild's safety but entrusts the mission to the younger generation.
• Erza takes charge, leading the Fairy Tail team against Tartaros.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of unchecked power and emotion (Seiden's transformation).
• Trust and responsibility (Makarov entrusting the mission to the younger guild members).
• Teamwork and strategy (Fairy Tail's infiltration plan for Tartaros).

Character Interactions

• Seiden and Cain: Seiden attacks Cain with increased power, while Cain remains composed.
• Makarov and Erza: Makarov entrusts the mission to Erza, showing his faith in her leadership.
• Erza and her team: They work together to infiltrate Tartaros, showcasing their teamwork and strategy.
• Cana, Happy, and Charle: They collaborate to carry the team into the air and onto Tartaros.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fairy Tail members arrive at Tartaros, noticing its peculiar upside-down nature.
• They split into groups to explore and fight, with Erza, Mira, and Ultear leading their respective teams.
• Erza encounters Kyôka, while Mira faces Seilah, one of the Nine Demon Gates.
• Mira attempts to Take Over Seilah but fails, leading to a full-scale battle between them.

Character Developments

• Erza takes charge and reminds everyone to be serious about their mission.
• Mira shows her strength and resilience, taking a powerful hit from Seilah and countering with her Soul Eradicator magic.
• Seilah reveals her true demon form and uses her Magic Eye, demonstrating her formidable power.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between humans and demons, with Tartaros' demons proving to be stronger than expected.
• The struggle between Fairy Tail members and their opponents, showcasing their determination and skills.

Character Interactions

• Erza and Kyôka face off, continuing their previous battle.
• Mira and Seilah clash, with Mira attempting to Take Over Seilah and Seilah attacking Mira with increasing ferocity.
• Mard Geer observes the battles from afar, expressing confidence in Tartaros' demons.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Seilah and Mira's powerful clash causes a massive shockwave that shakes the entire Tartaros base.
• Jackal, a cat-eared Mage with a tail, resurrects and confronts Natsu.
• Natsu and Jackal engage in a battle, with Jackal using remote-controlled explosions.
• Jackal reveals that Hades is about to act personally.

Character Developments

• Natsu demonstrates his resilience and combat skills, taking heavy hits and still standing.
• Jackal shows his ability to control explosions remotely and turn anything he's touched into a bomb.
• Hades is introduced as a powerful figure preparing to act.

Significant Themes

• Power and resilience: Natsu's ability to withstand heavy attacks and keep fighting.
• New threats: The introduction of Hades and the resurrection of Jackal.

Character Interactions

• Natsu and Happy: Natsu's competitive nature is shown through his desire to defeat Jackal faster than Erza did.
• Natsu and Jackal: Their interaction is marked by hostility and a power struggle.
• Hades and Jackal: Their relationship is hinted at, with Jackal mentioning Hades' impatience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Fairy Tail members and their allies are overwhelmed by tentacles from the Demon Lord Island, which drain their magic and absorb them.
• Ultear attempts to use Arc of Time to revert the environment but loses half her magic power instantly.
• Erza breaks free from the tentacles using her determination and strength, inspiring Mira and Ultear to do the same.
• Mard Geer activates Alegria, turning the Demon Lord Island into a Sky Fortress that absorbs intruders to grow.
• Most Fairy Tail members are captured and begin to be eroded, while Natsu's father, Igneel, prepares to act.

Character Developments

• Erza demonstrates her resolve and strength by breaking free from Alegria's control, inspiring her allies.
• Ultear struggles but manages to hold her own against her opponent using her Ice-Make Magic.
• Mard Geer shows his power and control over Alegria, sealing space and absorbing intruders.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and will (Erza's escape, Igneel's preparation to act).
• The overwhelming power of Alegria and its absorption of intruders.
• The struggle against seemingly insurmountable odds (most Fairy Tail members captured).

Character Interactions

• Erza, Mira, and Ultear work together to break free from Alegria's control.
• Kyôka underestimates Erza and is surprised by her escape.
• Mard Geer observes the battle and activates Alegria, sealing space and absorbing intruders.
• Igneel, Grandeeney, and Metalicana prepare to act together to save their comrades.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mard Geer, leader of Tartaros, encounters Makarov, the third master of Fairy Tail, who arrives to confront the Underworld Beast.
• Cain, Lucy's celestial spirit, arrives and transforms into his Six-Winged Angel Form, destroying the Underworld Beast with a single strike.
• Cain's power wanes after the attack, and he falls unconscious. Mard Geer reveals he's working with The Stars and expects Cain to die soon.

Character Developments

• Makarov shows his determination to protect Magnolia and his guild members.
• Cain demonstrates his immense power, but also his vulnerability after using it.
• Mard Geer reveals his respect for the strong, despite his disdain for humans.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Cain's immense power saves the day but leaves him weakened.
• Respect for the strong: Mard Geer's change in attitude towards Cain after witnessing his strength.
• The threat of external forces: The Underworld Beast and Mard Geer's alliance with The Stars pose significant threats to Magnolia and Fairy Tail.

Character Interactions

• Makarov and Ur work together to protect Magnolia and support Cain.
• Cain and Mard Geer engage in a tense exchange, with Mard Geer taunting Cain about his impending death.
• Cain's relationship with Ur is shown, as she expresses worry for his well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Makarov uses his magic to create explosions, drawing everyone's attention.
• Gajeel and Levy face Ezel again. Ezel attacks with sword auras, but Gajeel deflects them.
• Gajeel uses Steel Dragon Sword to injure Ezel. Levy uses Word Magic: Chains to bind Ezel, but he breaks free.
• Gajeel uses Iron Dragon's Roar, and Levy uses Word Magic: Slash to attack Ezel. Gajeel then uses Dragon-Slaying Secret Art: Divine Demon Slash to defeat Ezel.
• Ezel resurrects in the Hell Core, eager to fight again.

Character Developments

• Gajeel shows improved control over his Iron Dragon Mode, using it more strategically.
• Levy demonstrates her ability to adapt and support Gajeel effectively in battle.
• Ezel shows resilience and determination, even after being defeated.

Significant Themes

• Resilience and Persistence: Both Gajeel and Ezel show determination in their battles, with Ezel even resurrecting to fight again.
• Teamwork: Levy and Gajeel work together to defeat Ezel, highlighting the importance of teamwork in Fairy Tail.

Character Interactions

• Gajeel and Levy work well as a team, with Levy supporting Gajeel's powerful attacks with her Word Magic.
• Ezel underestimates Gajeel's strength and pays the price, leading to his defeat.
• Seilah and Ezel interact briefly, with Seilah prioritizing her own battle over Ezel's resurrection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mira and Seilah's battle disturbs the Underworld Beast, which Mard Geer attempts to use against them.
• Cain's intervention leads to the Underworld Beast's defeat and the rescue of Fairy Tail members.
• Mira and Seilah's battle shifts to the Hell Core, a revival laboratory filled with cultivation tanks.
• Jiemma, now a powerful demon, arrives and engages Mira.

Character Developments

• Mira demonstrates immense strength, breaking free from the Hell Core's tentacles and defeating Seilah and Jiemma.
• Seilah shows resilience, enduring Mira's attacks and moving the battle away from the Hell Core.
• Jiemma, having joined Tartaros, has gained significant power but retains his aggressive nature.

Significant Themes

• Power and Strength: Mira's power is emphasized, showing her as a formidable opponent.
• Revival and Immortality: The Hell Core's ability to revive demons is explored, raising questions about the fairness of such power.
• Conflict and Resolution: The chapter explores the tension and resolution of conflicts, with Mira's victories coming at a cost to her stamina.

Character Interactions

• Mira vs. Seilah: Their battle is intense and evenly matched, with Mira ultimately gaining the upper hand.
• Mira vs. Jiemma: Mira's surprise at Jiemma's strength is evident, but she quickly adapts and defeats him.
• Ezel, Seilah, and Jiemma: They work together to try and eliminate Mira, showing their alliance within Tartaros.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mira demonstrates immense strength by sending Jiemma flying with a single blow.
• Jiemma, enraged, targets Elfman and Mira, but Wendy intervenes and saves them.
• Charle arrives, having transformed into human form after a battle.
• Seilah uses a Command Spell to control Elfman, causing him to attack Mira and Charle.
• Lisanna arrives and defeats Seilah, freeing Elfman from her control.
• Elfman, believing he has killed Mira and Charle, is devastated until they reveal they're alive.
• Wendy fights Jiemma, and Lisanna saves Mira and Charle.
• Wendy uses the Dragon-Slaying Secret Art: Shining Sky Piercer against Jiemma.

Character Developments

• Mira's strength is revealed to be far greater than expected.
• Elfman's despair turns to relief and gratitude when he learns Mira and Charle are alive.
• Lisanna's combat skills and determination are shown as she saves her friends.
• Wendy's power and concern for her friends are highlighted.

Significant Themes

• The power of friendship and unity against adversity.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.
• The struggle against external control (Seilah's Command Spell).

Character Interactions

• Mira and Elfman's sibling bond is tested and strengthened.
• Wendy and Elfman's friendship is reinforced as they protect each other.
• Lisanna's loyalty and love for her family and friends are demonstrated as she saves them.
• Jiemma's arrogance and underestimation of his opponents lead to his temporary setbacks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wendy, a Dragon Slayer, uses her magic to engulf the entire Hell Core, drawing the attention of Mard Geer, Makarov, Ur, and Cain.
• Mard Geer reveals a mysterious book and a powerful vine creature, Prison Flower, to engage Makarov and Ur.
• Lucy and Cana face Franmalth, who absorbs and controls their Celestial Spirits. They struggle against his enhanced power.

Character Developments

• Wendy demonstrates her power as a Dragon Slayer, defeating Jiemma effortlessly.
• Mard Geer shows his strategic thinking and confidence, hinting at a hidden power.
• Lucy and Cana display their teamwork and determination, protecting each other despite being outmatched.

Significant Themes

• Power and Vulnerability: Characters like Jiemma and Franmalth initially appear powerful but are vulnerable to specific attacks (Dragon Slayer magic and Celestial Spirits, respectively).
• Teamwork and Sacrifice: Lucy and Cana prioritize each other's safety, even when facing certain defeat.
• Strategic Thinking: Mard Geer's calm and calculated approach contrasts with the impulsive actions of other characters.

Character Interactions

• Wendy and Jiemma: Wendy's Dragon Slayer magic easily overpowers Jiemma's defenses.
• Mard Geer, Makarov, Ur, and Cain: The four engage in a tense standoff, each waiting for the right moment to act.
• Lucy and Cana: The two exhibit strong teamwork, protecting each other from Franmalth's attacks.
• Lucy and Franmalth: Lucy uses her knowledge of Celestial Spirits to temporarily counter Franmalth's absorption abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Laxus appears and engages Franmalth, who has absorbed Hades's magic power.
• Laxus easily defeats Franmalth using his Lightning Dragon Slayer Magic, despite not being fully healed from his injuries.
• After Franmalth's defeat, the souls he absorbed are freed and move on.
• Hades (disguised as Precht) appears, warns Laxus about impending darkness, and tells him to inform Makarov to be ready to unleash Radiance.
• Laxus decides to join Makarov's side, while Lucy and Cana decide to look for other companions to help.

Character Developments

• Laxus demonstrates his immense power and confidence, showing he's a formidable force even when injured.
• Lucy and Cana realize the extent of Laxus's strength and feel inadequate in comparison.
• Hades (Precht) reveals he's aware of the upcoming threat and knows about the power of Radiance.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: Laxus's immense power is showcased, and the characters grapple with their own perceived weaknesses.
• Freedom and liberation: The souls absorbed by Franmalth are finally freed upon his defeat.
• Impending danger: The mention of "true darkness" and the need to prepare Radiance hints at an upcoming major threat.

Character Interactions

• Laxus, Lucy, and Cana reunite and work together to defeat Franmalth.
• Laxus shows concern for Makarov and decides to join his side.
• Hades (Precht) appears briefly, giving Laxus a warning and hinting at future events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Erza and Kyôka's battle reaches a critical point, with Kyôka's strength increasing due to her self-enhancement curse.
• Erza counterattacks with Netherworld Slash, but Kyôka blocks it.
• Erza wounds Kyôka severely, but Kyôka uses Sensory Deprivation to strip Erza of her senses.
• Erza remembers Cain's words and remains calm, regaining her sight in her right eye.
• Erza uses Space Slash to defeat Kyôka.
• Mard Geer senses Kyôka's death and decides to stop holding back, transforming into his demon form.

Character Developments

• Erza demonstrates remarkable resilience and adaptability, eventually finding a way to counter Kyôka's Sensory Deprivation.
• Kyôka's overconfidence and underestimation of Erza lead to her downfall.
• Mard Geer shows concern for Tartaros' fate and decides to fight seriously.

Significant Themes

• Resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity (Erza)
• Overconfidence and underestimation of opponents (Kyôka)
• The power of calm and focus (Erza)
• The consequences of underestimating one's enemies (Kyôka)

Character Interactions

• Erza and Kyôka's intense battle highlights their contrasting fighting styles and personalities.
• Erza's thoughts about Cain reveal her affection and gratitude towards him.
• Mard Geer's reaction to Kyôka's death shows his awareness of Tartaros' dire situation.