Ep 17. Act.17 Secret - Sailor Jupiter -

In Sailor Moon Crystal season 1 episode 17, entitled "Act.17 Secret - Sailor Jupiter -," Jupiter joins the team of Sailor Guardians as they continue to fight off the Dark Kingdom's attacks on Tokyo.

The episode begins with Jupiter, also known as Makoto Kino, struggling to choose between her passion for botany and her desire to protect those around her. She meets with another student, Motoki, who tells her about a secret garden on the school grounds that he thinks will interest her. When Jupiter arrives at the garden, she is attacked by a Youma, a monster sent by the Dark Kingdom.

The other Sailor Guardians quickly arrive to help Jupiter, but they are no match for the powerful Youma. Jupiter feels guilty for putting her friends in danger and decides to take on the monster alone. As she fights, she flashes back to her past and remembers how she once lost someone close to her. This memory gives her the strength to defeat the Youma and awaken as Sailor Jupiter.

Meanwhile, Mamoru is still suffering from intense headaches and visions of a woman that he can't remember. He seeks counsel from a priest who reveals that Mamoru's memories may be connected to his past life as Prince Endymion. As Mamoru tries to piece together his past, Queen Beryl and the Dark Kingdom continue to gather energy to awaken the evil Queen Metalia.

Overall, "Act.17 Secret - Sailor Jupiter -" is a dynamic episode that showcases Jupiter's character development and the continued threat posed by the Dark Kingdom. The love and friendship between the Sailor Guardians are also highlighted as they work together to protect those they care about.