: Shifts from an antagonistic role to an ally. Her "Ice Queen" facade cracks as she reconnects with Iris.
: A flashback reveals that Hibana and Iris were orphans raised in the same convent. Hibana became cynical and power-hungry after their fellow sisters perished in a fire, an event that granted her ignition abilities while shattering her faith.
: Solidifies his resolve to be a "hero" even when faced with Hibana’s nihilistic view that heroes don't exist. (Dub) 6 : The Spark of Promise
: Acts as the moral bridge between Shinra and Hibana, wishing only for Hibana to show her the "pretty flowers" (flame displays) of their youth again. Technical Details Original Air Date : August 17, 2019.
: Widely available on platforms like Hulu and Crunchyroll . : Shifts from an antagonistic role to an ally
Shinra Kusakabe infiltrates the 5th Company Combine to rescue Iris. He faces Captain Princess Hibana, whose "Heat Syncope" ability allows her to manipulate body temperature, causing Shinra’s body to shut down. Despite this, Shinra’s determination to be a hero allows him to overcome her power and land a decisive blow. Following her defeat, Hibana agrees to cooperate with Company 8.
: Hibana, touched by Shinra's unwavering "hero" persona, regains some of her original sense of purpose. She shares her research on "Infernals" with Company 8, specifically identifying traces of insect DNA in artificially created Infernals. Character Dynamics Hibana became cynical and power-hungry after their fellow
: Shuntarō Tozawa (Director) and Yoriko Tomita (Writer).