The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 2 Episode 13 Summary and Ending Explained

In the thirteenth episode of ‘The Rising of the Shield Hero’ season 2, titled ‘Flowers Offered in Recollection’, Naofumi and his company leave Melromac in search of new adventures and to make the world a safer place. Along the way, they stop at a lake for fishing when Filo begins to miss Kizuna. Raphtalia can’t help but remember the time they spent with her, while Rishia also remembers the hunting hero. Here’s everything you need to know about the ending of the Season 2 finale of “The Rising of the Shield Hero.” SPOILERS FORWARD!!!

The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 2 Episode 13 Recap

After being rewarded by Mirelia for their valiant fight against the ghost turtle and for the safety of the kingdom, Naofumi and his company decide to continue their journey to explore the rest of the world. However, Rishia worries that leaving Keel-kun probably wasn’t a good idea as she really wanted to join them in their misadventures. The Shield Hero reassures her that he has already discussed the same with Eclair and others who will make sure she doesn’t feel betrayed by them.

Along the way, Naofumi and his company see a beautiful lake and decide to spend some time there. While swimming in the water, Filo remembers Kizuna and expresses her wish to meet the Hunting Hero. However, Naofumi reminds her that it’s not technically possible, as traveling between two different worlds is clearly beyond his capabilities.

Mentioning Kizuna’s name brings back fond memories of Raphtalia, and she reminds Rishia of the time when they all went shopping for clothes in Mikakage. Rishia can’t help but laughs along with Raphtalia as Naofumi looks at them ignorantly. It turns out that Raphtalia wanted to try new clothes at the weapons store while the Shield Hero was looking for better gear. Once Kizuna realizes this, she forces her to experiment with different clothes, including a warrior shield.

The two friends have a great time with the Hunting Hero, who leaves no stone unturned to keep them entertained. Rishia remembers that those moments really helped her bond with Kizuna. Later she even went fishing with her. When they were alone, Rishia asked the Hunting Hero about the time she spent in the Infinite Labyrinth. Although Kizuna seemed reluctant, she slowly opened up about the time she spent there.

The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 2 Episode 13 Ending: Why does Kizuna want to commit suicide in the infinite labyrinth?

After arriving in the infinite labyrinth, the hunting hero was confused at first, of course. However, it soon becomes clear that she was there alone. In her frustration, she started fighting the mindless monsters there, but the fruitless exercise wouldn’t solve anything. One day she managed to make a boat and decided to travel across the ocean, hoping to find a place where people lived.

Unfortunately, all her hopes were dashed when she reached a dead end. Kizuna later realizes that she is trapped in a prison-like world and tries to find purpose in the things around her. However, the thought of being trapped there for the rest of her life is slowly eating her up. As the years passed, Kizuna couldn’t handle the emotional toll of the whole ordeal.

So one day she decides to hang herself to end her traumatic existence, far away from her loved ones. Fortunately, she changes her decision at the last minute. Sometime after, she sees Naofumi and his company arrive, eventually ending her solitary confinement in the infinite labyrinth. However, the hunting hero at the time has no idea that the shield hero will help her return to her own world and reunite with her friends.

How do Naofumi and his party pay tribute to Ost?

Filo works hard to transport Naofumi, Rishia and Raphtalia on their journey through the mountainous regions. When they finally reach the top, the Shield Hero remembers their friends Ost, who sacrificed her own life to help them kill the Spirit Tortoise. Though she knew her creator’s death meant she too would fall with him, Ost never flinched from making decisions that would give the Shield Hero and her allies some support in slaying the monster.

At the top of the hill, Naofumi throws up a bouquet of flowers he had brought with him. He remembers Ost fondly and even says he came there for her. Rapthalia, Rishia and Filo, along with the Shield Hero, close their eyes to pray for their friend, who always stayed with them until her last breath.

As they all walk back to the carriage, Naofumi turns up for the last time and is shocked to see Ost’s ghost waving back at him. She had also manifested herself during his fight with the Book Hero and offered him moral support. Therefore, Naofumi waves goodbye to his friend for the last time, keeping her sacrifices and her fond memories in his heart.

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