Ep 15. The City of Resurrection

In the fifteenth episode of Fushigi Yugi season 1, titled "The City of Resurrection," Miaka and Tamahome arrive at a new destination in their quest to collect the seven celestial warriors. They have finally reached the city of Hokkan which is renowned for its lively streets and busy markets. As they explore the city, they notice that there’s a strangely high number of deaths occurring and the people are getting scared.

While wandering around, they were befriended by Yui who was also transported to the book much like Miaka. As they get lost, Taka (Tetsuya) saves them. Taka is a kind-hearted boy who runs a small restaurant in the city of Hokkan alongside his sister. Miaka and Yui are smitten by him. They learn that Taka has been trying to find his sister's lost lover, who went missing after entering the city of resurrection.

As they journey through the city, they uncover a terrifying plot to revive a powerful warrior who died centuries ago. There's a group of powerful men who want to revive the warrior because they believe it will bring power and prosperity to the city. This plan has already cost many innocent lives during the resurrection ceremony. Soon, Taka, Miaka, Tamahome, and Yui are caught in the middle when Taka's sister is also taken hostage and used as bait to lure Taka.

With the help of the courageous Suzaku warriors, they devise a plan to rescue Taka's sister and foil the resurrection ceremony. However, things don't go as planned when the group realizes they are outmatched and outnumbered. In the end, they must rely on an unlikely ally to help them defeat the powerful warriors and save the city from destruction.

"The City of Resurrection" is a gripping tale that showcases the power of friendship and the need to fight for what is right. It offers a suspenseful adventure through a mysterious city filled with danger and intrigue. The episode features strong themes of love, loyalty, and heroism, as Miaka continues to bond with her new friends and grows more determined to find the celestial warriors. Overall, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the anime series.