After trying to cast a spell on Rugner, the previous episode ended with Frieren’s life at risk after getting a visit from a demon named Dorato. As the mage warns the young devil that she is strong, will a battle between the two ensue in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8? The anime has now released the official stills and synopsis for the next episode, hinting at what may happen next.
The anime’s official website has released the new stills for the upcoming Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8, titled Frieren the Slayer. In the first preview, Dorato can be seen inside Frieren’s cell, seemingly unleashing his power in his finger. The next sees Rugner fighting against the ruler of Graft Granat.
Frieren is then seen wearing a cloak, seemingly hiding while looking at something above. Does this mean she has been freed or she has escaped her cell? There’s also a preview where Stark holds his axe and looks like he’s about to attack in the middle of the night. For the last one, Fern is also carrying her weapon, hinting at a fight that is about to happen.
You can see the preview stills below:
What will happen in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8?
The anime has also revealed the official synopsis for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8. After sensing a demon, Frieren tried to cast a spell on Rugner, but his guards quickly stopped her and dragged her to the ground. She was then captured and imprisoned upon Rugner’s order while the latter tried to make peace with Graft Granat.
Rugner deems Frieren dangerous, and he knows Dorato is about to make her way to confront the ageless sorcerer. As he plans to take Frieren’s life, Fern and Stak rescue her.
You can read the synopsis below.
Frieren is captured and imprisoned after attempting to cast magic on Rugner and the others who serve the demon Aura, who has offered peace to Count Granato. Rugner considers Freelen dangerous, and Dorato, who is also under Aura's command, aims for Freelen's life. Fern and Stark also take action to save Freelen.
When will Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8 be released?
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8 will be released on Friday, October 27, at 11 PM JST on Nippon Television and its other affiliated networks in Japan. It will also stream on Crunchyroll and Muse Asia’s YouTube channel on the same day in select countries. For additional release times based on your region, you can check the list below:
8 AM Pacific Standard Time
10 AM Central Standard Time
11 AM Eastern Standard Time
Noon Brazil Standard Time
4 PM British Summer Time
5 PM Central European Standard Time
8:30 PM Indian Standard Time
11 PM Philippine Standard Time
12:30 AM Australian Central Standard Time (October 28)
Seven episodes into the series, things are getting pretty intense with the arrival of the demon group, Aura of the Guillotine. So, can Frieren escape the danger and defeat Dorato in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8?
