Ep 17. Kill the Curse

In episode 17 of Akame ga Kill!, entitled "Kill the Curse," tension is high as the Night Raid team continues their mission to overthrow the corrupt government. After a string of difficult battles, the group is still reeling from the loss of one of their own, Lubbock.

As the team struggles to come to terms with their grief, they are faced with a new adversary: a powerful curse that is wreaking havoc on the city. The curse, known as Shambhala, is said to bring disaster and death wherever it appears.

With the safety of the people at stake, Night Raid must act fast to stop the curse. But as they dig deeper, they discover that Shambhala is not just a natural disaster - it has been created by the corrupt government as a weapon to maintain their power. The team must navigate dangerous territory to uncover the truth and put an end to the curse once and for all.

This episode also introduces a new character, Wave, a skilled fighter who has been sent by the government to assist in the fight against Night Raid. Despite being on opposing sides, Wave quickly become smitten with Night Raid's fighter, Tatsumi.

As the battle against the curse intensifies, tensions rise between the two factions. Night Raid must not only overcome their grief and face a new threat, but also navigate the complicated relationships and alliances that have formed between them and their enemies.

"Kill the Curse" is an action-packed episode that delivers both thrilling fight scenes and emotional moments as Night Raid continues their fight for justice. With the introduction of new characters and the heightened stakes, this episode sets the stage for the explosive finale of the season.