Ep 60. Episode 60 - The Sun Will Rise Again
- December 22, 2008
In Gintama season 1 episode 60, titled "The Sun Will Rise Again," the main character, Gintoki Sakata, and his friends face the aftermath of a major event that occurred in the previous episode. The episode opens with the group gathered around the injured and unconscious Gintoki, who was severely beaten during a fight with a powerful enemy.
As they wait for Gintoki to recover, the occupants of Edo City are left to deal with a major crisis. A deadly virus has spread throughout the city, causing many people to fall ill. The government has placed the city on lockdown, and the citizens are left to fend for themselves.
During this time, Gintoki's companions try to find a way to cure the virus and save the people of Edo. They discover that the cause of the illness is a bacteria that was released by the aforementioned enemy during the previous fight.
The team splits up to search for a cure, with Gintoki's young apprentice, Shinpachi, and their robot maid, Tae, heading to the medical facility to find the cure. Meanwhile, their other friend, Kagura, goes to the black market to search for a rare flower that is known to have healing properties.
As they search for the cure, they encounter various challenges and obstacles. Shinpachi and Tae are attacked by a group of bandits who have taken over the hospital and are hoarding the cure. Kagura faces a similar situation when she tries to obtain the rare flower at the black market.
Despite these challenges, Gintoki's friends continue to push forward and ultimately succeed in finding the cure for the virus. With the people of Edo cured, the city begins to return to its normal state.
In the final scenes, Gintoki wakes up from his coma, and his friends inform him of what happened during his absence. As they watch the sunrise together, Gintoki reflects on the events of the past few days and declares that they will continue to stand strong no matter what challenges they face.
Overall, "The Sun Will Rise Again" is a powerful and emotional episode that showcases the perseverance and determination of Gintoki and his companions. Through their bravery and teamwork, they are able to overcome the odds and save their city from destruction. The episode also sets the tone for future episodes, hinting at the many trials and tribulations that the group will face in the future.