Yukino, after being expelled from Sabertooth, finds herself involved with the Royal Guard, moving deeper into the mysterious "Eclipse Plan".
The episode focuses on the fallout from the previous battles, particularly the brutal Naval Battle. Fairy Tail Episode 172
Due to the disqualification of Raven Tail, the tournament rules change. Fairy Tail is required to merge its A and B teams into a single, ultimate "Fairy Tail Team" to keep the number of competing teams even. Yukino, after being expelled from Sabertooth, finds herself
The episode highlights the growing rivalry with Sabertooth. While Fairy Tail remains optimistic, Sabertooth’s Master, Jiemma, remains ruthless toward any of his members who fail. Fairy Tail is required to merge its A
Following Minerva’s cruel treatment of Lucy in the Naval Battle, Lucy is hospitalized. While she recovers, Fairy Tail members celebrate their climb in the standings.
Under the guise of Mystogan, Jellal continues to track the dark magical presence at the games but faces near-exposure by the Magic Council.