Ep 3. The Goal of Glory
- May 13, 2006
The Goal of Glory is the third episode of season 2 of the Tsubasa Chronicles. The episode follows the continuation of the journey of the group consisting of Syaoran, Kurogane, Fai, and Mokona as they continue their travels through various dimensions in search of the memories of Princess Sakura. In this episode, the group arrives at a new dimension, which is a world entirely different from the ones they have visited before.
The new dimension has a landscape that resembles an ancient city with a massive colosseum situated in the middle. Syaoran, Kurogane, Fai, and Mokona soon discover that the world they are in is called the country of Celes. The country of Celes is known for its Sword of Seraphim, a powerful sword that is believed to grant immense power and glory to whoever possesses it. The country of Celes is also known for its ancient colosseum, where battles of gladiators are held, and fighters compete for the Sword of Seraphim.
Syaoran and his group meet Princess Tomoyo of Celes, who is fascinated with the group's journey and offers to help them in their quest. The group also learns about a legend surrounding the Sword of Seraphim, which says that the sword will glow if it comes into contact with the person who has the potential to become a great warrior. Tomoyo tells Syaoran that the sword has not glowed for a very long time, and it is believed that the legend may not be true.
The group decides to investigate, and they head to the colosseum, where they witness an epic battle between two gladiators. During the battle, the sword glows, indicating that one of the fighters possesses the potential to become a great warrior. Syaoran and his group soon discover that the person who possesses the potential is a young boy named Eriol, who is an orphan.
Syaoran decides to train Eriol so that he can win the Sword of Seraphim and help the group find one of the Princess Sakura's memories. Meanwhile, Kurogane and Fai decide to investigate some strange happenings in Celes, which involve the sudden appearance of portals that whisk people away to different dimensions.
As the group spends more time in Celes, they soon realize that something sinister is happening in the country. The citizens of Celes are facing a challenging time with the frequent disappearances. Moreover, they learn that the Sword of Seraphim has become a symbol of oppression and domination by the corrupt government officials.
The group decides to help the citizens of Celes by revealing the truth about the Sword of Seraphim and unmasking the corrupt officials. Meanwhile, Eriol continues his training diligently, and the group believes that he has what it takes to win the Sword of Seraphim.
The Goal of Glory episode takes viewers on a thrilling journey as the group uncovers the truth behind the legend of the Sword of Seraphim. The episode highlights the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and humility in overcoming adversity and working towards a common goal. It also showcases how a symbol of power can manifest as a tool of oppression when wielded by those with ill intentions. The episode ends with an intense battle in the colosseum as Eriol faces his final test to win the Sword of Seraphim, and the fate of Celes is thrown into the balance.