Fairy Tail 100 Years Quest episode 22: Aquarius comes to Lucy's rescue as Natsu encounters Suzaku

Episode 22 of Fairy Tail 100 Years Quest, released on December 9, 2024, delivers a mix of action, emotion, and character-driven moments. The episode highlights Aquarius's heartfelt intervention as she helps Lucy break free from Yoko's control, showcasing the enduring power of their bond.

Meanwhile, Wendy plays a crucial role in saving Erza and the Exceeds from Yoko's spell, restoring hope to Team Natsu. However, the stakes escalate when Yoko summons a seemingly endless horde of demons, forcing Erza to step up and end the battle. As the team regroups, Natsu finds himself face-to-face with Suzaku, setting the stage for an intense confrontation.

Fairy Tail 100 Years Quest episode 22: Lucy breaks free from Yoko's spell, thanks to Aquarius

Aquarius rescues Lucy (Image via J.C. Staff)

The episode begins where the previous episode ended. Aquarius arrives unexpectedly, surprising everyone and teasing Lucy about her new look. Lucy, still under Yoko's spell, is unaffected by Aquarius's water magic, leading her to slap Lucy. As she tries to slap her again, Aquarius instead hugs Lucy, hoping to remind her of who she really is. Selene watches, amused, while Yoko insists her spell won't fail.

Lucy feels a strange current around her as Aquarius explains it's made of their shared memories. Flashbacks of their bond flow through Lucy's mind, making her cry. Finally, she breaks free from the spell, shocking Yoko. Confused but relieved, Lucy hugs Aquarius, happy to see her. Selene comments on how emotions can overcome magic, leaving Yoko frustrated.

Fairy Tail 100 Years Quest episode 22: Wendy plays her part in saving Erza from Yoko's control

Gray faces off against Carla and Happy (Image via J.C. Staff)

At the same time, Gray fights a possessed Happy and Carla, trying to freeze them. However, his ice is useless against their Spirit Power. Turning to physical attacks, Gray hesitates when he sees them looking like their normal selves. Wendy pleads with him not to hurt them, but before he can act, Natsu arrives and knocks the two Exceeds aside. Aquarius helps Wendy by forcing her to drink her water, which heals Wendy and frees her from Yoko's control.

Wendy quickly restores Happy, Carla, and Spider-Woman Erza to normal using her Raise spell. The group cheers on their recovery, but Selene grows bored with how fast they're winning and orders Yoko to entertain her, scaring the yokai summoner.

Fairy Tail 100 Years Quest episode 22: Yoko fights back against Fairy Tail as she summons a demon horde

Faris and Touka as shown in the anime (Image via J.C. Staff)

Meanwhile, Faris and Touka arrive at Whiteout Village, only to find it destroyed. They meet Suzaku, who says the Grand Chief of the White Shrine Maidens summoned him.

The Chief explains the destruction is due to Selene's arrival, which has thrown Elentear's magic into chaos and awakened ancient monsters called Tsumeaka. Suzaku vows to defeat Selene and warns he will fight Fairy Tail if they get in his way.

Back with Team Natsu, Erza is brought up to speed on everything that happened. Before they can plan their next move, Yoko arrives and threatens to turn them into hideous yokai. She summons a massive horde of demons, calling it the "Parade of 100 Demons." The group fights hard but struggles against the strong enemies. Erza warns everyone to stay focused as the yokai keeps coming.

Fairy Tail 100 Years Quest episode 22: Erza takes down Yoka as Suzaku prepares to take on Natsu

Yoka as shown in the anime series (Image via J.C. Staff)

Realizing they need more help, Aquarius reminds Lucy that she can summon her Celestial Spirits without their keys. She calls them into battle, giving the group the upper hand. However, Yoko laughs and reveals she can summon an endless number of yokai.

Erza decides to target Yoko directly, cutting through her decoys until she finds the real one by recognizing her voice. Erza declares she will end the seemingly endless battle.

Natsu encounters Suzaku (Image via J.C. Staff)

Yoko uses her Spirit Arts to transform into a powerful yokai form, gaining extra arms and swords. She mocks Erza, saying her two arms won't be enough to fight back. Erza responds by equipping her Thousand Arms Armor, which gives her extra arms as well. In an intense fight, Erza overpowers Yoko and defeats her, causing all the yokai to disappear. The group regroups but quickly realizes Natsu is missing.

Meanwhile, Natsu retrieves his scarf from a mischievous tanuki yokai. While trying to find his friends, he encounters Suzaku at Blackmoon Mountain. The two warriors face each other, ready for the battles ahead.

Final thoughts

A snapshot from the anime series (Image via J.C. Staff)

Fairy Tail 100 Years Quest episode 22 delivers an action-packed continuation as Aquarius helps Lucy break free, Wendy restores her friends, and Erza defeats Yoko in a thrilling showdown. With the yokai threat neutralized, the episode ends on a suspenseful note as Natsu faces Suzaku, setting the stage for the battles to come in the next episode, which releases on December 15, 2024.