Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (2023)

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In the season's close, Fern passes the First-Class Mage Exam while Frieren fails, their party departs the city of Äuberst northward amid bittersweet farewells, and Frieren's journey continues with her companions, open-ended for more adventures.

Now, let me take you through the ending of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, season one, episode 28, "It Would Be Embarrassing When We Meet Again," unfolding scene by scene in the grand hall of Äuberst after the grueling First-Class Mage Exam concludes, where the ancient mage Serie reveals the results one by one to the gathered candidates and observers.

Serie stands at the center of the vast chamber, her white hair flowing like silk under the high arched ceilings lit by floating mana orbs, her expression stern yet flickering with rare surprise as she announces the passers: first Übel, the sharp-eyed mage with her wild blonde hair and confident smirk, who visualizes magic's cutting edge so precisely it slices through deception itself; then Denken, the elderly warrior-mage with his weathered face and determined gaze, his hands clasped tightly; Land, revealed through his clever clone trick--Serie sees through it instantly, her eyes piercing to his distant village where his real body sits in quiet shock, his clone near the door exchanging a glance of awe that even Übel missed his ruse; Wirbel, the solemn knight-mage in his polished armor, recounting his blunt view of magic as a tool for killing yet finding hope in its peaceful uses inspired by tales of Himmel; Methode, the steadfast nun-mage with her habit framing a face etched by quiet resolve.

Fern stands tall among them, her long purple hair cascading down her back, her staff gripped firmly in pale hands, her violet eyes widening slightly as Serie declares her passage--Fern, the young human mage raised by Heiter, her expression a mix of quiet pride and lingering fatigue from the exam's trials, having proven her suppression magic and growth beyond her years.

Frieren, the immortal elf with her pointed ears framed by white hair tied in twin tails, her green cloak draped over slender shoulders, stands nearby with serene poise, but Serie denies her advancement, their views on magic clashing--Frieren sees it as a path of endless collection and subtle empathy, not the rigid perfection Serie demands, leaving Frieren to accept the failure with a faint, unchanging smile.

The hall empties as candidates disperse: Übel strides out with predatory grace, Denken nods respectfully before departing with heavy steps, Land's clone fades with a bow, Wirbel lingers to speak directly to Frieren--his voice steady, armored frame casting a long shadow as he shares how Himmel's small stories of heroism shaped him, urging her to treasure connections since farewells come not just from death, then joins Ehre and Scharf waiting outside under the city's towering spires.

Outside in the bustling streets of Äuberst, golden sunlight bathes the cobblestones and ornate fountains, Frieren and Stark wait by their wagon loaded with supplies, Stark the young red-haired warrior fidgeting with his axe slung over his broad shoulder, his boyish face flushed from townfolk swarming him with admiration--children tug at his cloak, merchants offer free bread, women blush and wave, echoing how Himmel once charmed crowds just so, Fern emerging to acknowledge it dryly with a small smile tugging her lips.

Fern approaches Serie privately in a side chamber lined with ancient tomes, her posture straight and voice measured as she requests her privilege: a simple spell to clean and mend clothes, spotless and pristine, disappointing Serie who arches an eyebrow in visible irritation but grants it anyway, while Frieren overhears later with swelling pride in her chest for Fern's practical heart.

Tension erupts as Lernen, Serie's tall apprentice with sharp features and flowing robes, corners Frieren near the city gates amid fluttering banners and departing caravans--his eyes burning with desperate fervor, he apologizes for Serie's coldness toward her yet declares his need to etch his name in history by slaying the legendary mage, mana surging around him as he unleashes a barrage of offensive spells, crimson blasts shattering the air.

Frieren raises a shimmering defensive barrier, her staff glowing faintly, but it cracks under the onslaught; she evades with fluid flying magic, her cloak billowing as she soars briefly above the stone plaza, yet one blast grazes her shoulder, tearing fabric and drawing a thin line of blood that stains her pale skin red--she lands lightly, sensing his precise reading of her mana fluctuations, remarks softly that his ruthless style suited a past era of war, not this peaceful one, and diffuses the duel without retaliation, Lernen stepping back with clenched fists and unresolved turmoil.

As the party prepares to leave Äuberst at dusk, the sky streaked orange over misty mountains to the north, they load the last packs onto the wagon--Frieren at the reins with her calm, timeless gaze fixed ahead, Fern beside her organizing herbs with meticulous care, Stark hauling crates with newfound confidence, his grin wide as locals wave tearful goodbyes.

A flashback interweaves: Fern recalls Heiter on his deathbed years prior, his frail form in a sunlit room, white hair thin, eyes twinkling as he entrusts her to Frieren with a gentle hand on her head, urging her to grow strong.

Frieren echoes Himmel's old words to the group, her voice soft against the creaking wheels as they roll northward--"It would be embarrassing when we meet again"--the screen fading to black on their silhouetted figures against the endless road, a message confirming the journey continues.

In this ending, the fates of the main participants stand clear: Frieren fails the exam but presses on her immortal journey north with Fern and Stark, unbowed and collecting spells anew; Fern achieves First-Class status, her future bright as a mage surpassing even Frieren in this era, bound loyally to the party; Stark matures into Himmel's spiritual successor, beloved and steadfast, traveling onward; Serie remains in Äuberst, her ancient isolation unbroken yet stirred by promising pupils; Lernen retreats unfulfilled, his wound to Frieren a fleeting mark; the passed mages like Übel, Denken, Land, Wirbel, and Methode scatter to their paths, carrying exam victories into the world.

Yes, several characters die in Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, primarily from old age for humans or in combat against the hero party and their allies. Below is a chronological list of all confirmed deceased characters from the anime and manga up to the covered events, with detailed circumstances, motivations, timing, and manner of death.

Himmel, the Hero, died of old age at 76, fifty years after the hero party's defeat of the Demon King. His passing occurs off-screen before the main story begins, shown in flashbacks during Frieren's funeral attendance; as an immortal elf, Frieren reflects on their decade-long journey as fleeting, regretting not understanding his quiet kindness and humility sooner, which sparks her new journey to grasp human lifespans and emotions. His deathbed peace and the meteor shower adventure they shared underscore his selfless heroism, leaving Frieren with profound guilt and a desire to honor him at the souls' resting place.

Flamme, Frieren's human mage mentor, died of old age decades before the main story, after teaching Frieren magic following demons' destruction of her village. In flashbacks, Flamme urges a young, detached Frieren to leave her mark by defeating the Demon King, imparting human urgency against Frieren's elven timelessness; her death highlights the brevity of human lives despite power, leaving Frieren under Serie's care and shaping her growth into a legendary mage.

The Demon King was defeated and killed by the original hero party--Frieren, Himmel, Heiter, and Eisen--decades before the main story during their ten-year quest. Details remain vague in flashbacks, but the party's combined strength overcomes him in a climactic battle; his death ends the demon threat temporarily, motivating Frieren's party and symbolizing mortal heroism triumphing over evil, though it scatters his Sages of Destruction.

Heiter, the priest and bishop of the original hero party, died of old age twenty years after Himmel, shortly before Frieren takes Fern as her apprentice. On his deathbed, the alcohol-loving Heiter, who raised orphaned Fern after her parents' unknown deaths, feels fulfilled entrusting her to Frieren, his eyes twinkling with relief amid frailty; his passing leaves Eisen as the last original party survivor, emphasizing themes of legacy and Frieren's reluctant guardianship.

Qual, a sealed demon in Größe Forest, was killed by Frieren and Fern when his seal weakened. During their journey, Frieren senses the impending break and decisively eliminates him with precise magic, her calm demeanor hiding strategic caution against demon treachery; Fern supports with rapid spells, their teamwork showcasing mentor-apprentice bond amid the forest's misty tension.

Aura the Guillotine, one of the Seven Sages of Destruction, was forced to kill herself by Frieren after a mana-weighing battle using her Scales of Obedience. Aura arrogantly underestimates Frieren's concealed mana, tipping the scales against her; Frieren's cold command compels Aura to slit her throat in horror, blood pooling as her overconfidence--rooted in demonic soul domination--meets elven cunning, avenging past threats during Frieren's northern travels.

Lügner was killed by Fern in Granat's Domain through overwhelming fast magic casting. In a tense duel, Fern's precise, rapid barrages exploit his illusions, her focused determination--honed under Frieren--piercing his defenses; his death stems from underestimating the young mage's growth, crumbling amid magical explosions.

Linie, a demon clone, was killed by Stark with a lightning strike. Stark's axe channels raw power in a swift strike, his youthful bravado masking inherited warrior resolve from Eisen; the moment crackles with thunder, emphasizing Stark's development during group travels.

Draht was killed by Frieren while attempting to murder her in a cell. Trapped and desperate, Draht lunges with lethal intent, but Frieren's effortless counterspell ends him instantly, her impassive gaze reflecting centuries of combat experience against demonic betrayal.

Einom, a phantom demon, was killed by Fern's Soul Track spell. Fern's targeted magic disrupts his ethereal form, her steady resolve piercing illusions in a shadowy confrontation.

Fern's unnamed parents died before the story from unknown causes, likely demon attack, orphaning her as a child raised by Heiter; this loss fuels Fern's loyalty to Frieren, her quiet grief buried under disciplined mage training.

Böse, a deceased demon from the category of past threats, met her end prior to main events, details sparse but tied to early demon conflicts.

No, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (2023) does not feature post-credit scenes in its episodes. The provided search results focus exclusively on the hand-drawn end credits sequence for Season 2, titled "The Story of Us" by milet with illustrations by Mimei Auome, which depicts a short, vivid love story between Himmel and Frieren using coloring pencils to evoke emotion and human artistry, but this is the standard ending credits, not a post-credits scene.

In the village established by Eisen to protect the Hero's Sword, monsters periodically gather drawn by its power, requiring extermination. Frieren agreed to return every ten years to handle this duty, a commitment she takes seriously amid her journey north. The villagers rely on her visits, as seen when she arrives precisely on schedule, staff in hand, facing swarms of beasts under the shadow of the sacred blade Himmel once wielded. Her emotionless efficiency in battle contrasts with Fern's wide-eyed awe at the scale of destruction she unleashes without breaking a sweat.

During the intense showdown with the Demon General Aura the Undying, Fern stands resolute, her staff glowing with suppressed mana. As Aura arrogantly appraises her power, Fern delivers the chilling words: 'Aura, kill yourself.' The command pierces the air, forcing Aura's own immense mana to turn inward under Fern's superior magical suppression. Aura's face twists in horror and disbelief, her body crumpling lifelessly as Fern turns her back coldly and walks away, leaving Stark stunned by the raw power of his companion he once dismissed as just a stern mage apprentice.

Fifty years after their parting, Frieren reunites with an aged Himmel, his once-vibrant features weathered beyond recognition save for his piercing blue eyes. He passes peacefully soon after, and as his companions lower his body into the grave, Frieren's stoic facade cracks. Tears stream down her unchanged elven face as she whispers, 'I knew your lives were short, but I didn't know it would happen so quick. We only traveled together for 10 years.' The weight of lost time hits her--the decade that meant everything to Himmel was a fleeting moment to her immortality--igniting regret for not cherishing their bond more deeply and spurring her new journey to understand human lives.

In the quiet of their camp under starry skies, Stark confides in Fern that he rejected Wirbel's invitation yet again to join his elite warriors. Fern questions his reluctance, her brow furrowed in typical disapproval. Stark explains his lingering sense of being 'lost,' haunted by his father's legacy as a legendary warrior he feels he can never match. Staying with Frieren and Fern gives him purpose amid his self-doubt, their makeshift family anchoring him more than glory in battle ever could, even as Wirbel's persistent recruitment tempts his warrior blood.

Gathered around a flickering campfire at journey's end, Himmel, Heiter, and Eisen reflect warmly on their decade of trials and triumphs, eyes misty with fulfillment. Frieren, her silver hair untouched by time, tilts her head puzzled and replies flatly, 'A mere 10 years.' To her eternal elven lifespan, it registers as a brief interlude, her emotional detachment evident in her blank stare. This disconnect plants the first seeds of her realization about fleeting human bonds, later blooming into profound grief.

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is generally considered family-friendly for older children and teens, with minimal violence, no sexual content, and a focus on emotional themes like friendship and time, though it includes some elements that could upset sensitive viewers or younger kids due to its contemplative tone.

Potentially objectionable or upsetting aspects include: - Depictions of characters aging and passing away, evoking natural feelings of grief and loss. - Occasional fantasy violence such as monster battles or confrontations with bandits, shown without graphic gore or blood. - Emotional scenes exploring regret, loneliness, and the shortness of human life, which may feel melancholic or sad. - Brief mentions of past family tragedies or suffering among villagers and adventurers, handled subtly without visuals.