Ep 11. La Sylphide

In Princess Tutu season 1, episode 11, titled "La Sylphide," the plot continues to build upon the underlying themes of hope, despair, fate, and love that runs throughout the entire series. The opening scene is set at night in the forest, where Fakir and Princess Tutu go to rescue Mytho, who is under the control of the Raven and his minions. Meanwhile, Rue, who is in love with Mytho, keeps worrying about him. She knows that he is not well, but she is powerless to help him.

As the story unfolds, Princess Tutu and Fakir find themselves in a desperate race against time to save Mytho from the Raven's clutches. Their journey takes them through dark tunnels, empty streets, and abandoned buildings. All the while, they must remain vigilant and overcome numerous obstacles, including traps and magical spells.

In the end, they reach a secluded place in the forest where they find Mytho, who is fully transformed into the heartless Prince of Darkness. Princess Tutu then makes a desperate attempt to restore Mytho's heart. She does so by performing La Sylphide, a powerful ballet dance that represents the journey of the protagonist in search of love. As she dances, Mytho's heart begins to emerge, but it also attracts the attention of the Raven who suddenly appears and enters a fierce battle with Princess Tutu.

The fight is intense, but eventually, Princess Tutu emerges as the victor and uses her power to restore Mytho's heart. As Mytho begins to recover, Rue shows up, and the episode ends with a cliffhanger that sets up the tone for the next episode.

Overall, "La Sylphide" is a critical episode in Princess Tutu's first season, as it highlights the emotional depth and complexity of the show's characters. The plotline itself opens up new layers of the story, which gives us a glimpse into the show's unique and captivating world. The episode stays true to the themes that the show encompasses- heartbreak, determination, and love, making it one of Princess Tutu's finest episodes.