Ep 1. From Purgatory

As a result of the sinister actions of the holy knights who served the kingdom of Lioness, the kingdom is thrust into a chaotic state. These brave warriors, known to be the Seven Deadly Sins, were framed for a crime and disbanded as they went into hiding. The show, The Seven Deadly Sins, follows the journey of these warriors as they aim to clear their names, restore their reputations, and seek justice for the injustices committed against them.

In season 5 episode 1, titled "From Purgatory", the story picks up right where it left off in the previous season. The Seven Deadly Sins are still recovering from their devastating battle against the powerful demon clan, the Ten Commandments. They contemplate their next steps towards saving the kingdom of Lioness, which continues to suffer under the rule of corrupt and treacherous officials.

The episode starts with Estarossa, one of the Ten Commandments demons, waking up in a strange place with no recollection of how he got there. He soon realizes that he is trapped in a place between the living and the dead called Purgatory. Estarossa is not alone in this eerie realm, as he sees a ghost-like character hovering in the distance.

Meanwhile, we see Merlin, the intelligent and skilled magician of the Seven Deadly Sins, working tirelessly to find a way to bring back her lost comrade, Arthur. She is joined by Elizabeth, the kind and determined princess of Lioness, as they delve into research on how to revive the once-great leader of Camelot. Their search ultimately leads them to an ancient magical artifact, the Holy Grail.

As the story progresses, we observe the other members of the Seven Deadly Sins dealing with their own personal demons. Ban, the immortal thief, finds himself in a difficult situation as he grapples with his guilt over Elaine's death. On the other hand, King, the fairy king, is trying to come to terms with his new role as protector of the forest and his queen, Diane. Meliodas, the captain of the Seven Deadly Sins, is still in shock over Elizabeth's cruel fate as he struggles to find ways to save her.

Despite all these challenges, the Seven Deadly Sins remain determined to save Lioness and its people from the clutches of the corrupt officials. They also hope to redeem themselves and clear their names by exposing the truth behind the accusations of treason leveled against them.

From Purgatory is a thrilling and captivating episode that sets the stage for an action-packed season 5. It promises to keep viewers at the edge of their seats as the Seven Deadly Sins attempt to restore peace and justice to their beloved kingdom. It is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who enjoys thrilling fantasy anime.