Be prepared.
Change is on the horizon.
I have a very serious announcement
that I need to make.
Once we leave Tenrou Island and return to the guild
All female members will be required
to wear uniforms!
Nurse outfits and school swimsuits galore!
In your dreams, ya perv!
Swimsuits, huh?
I haven't worn mine in a while.
Shush, Erza.
You're not helping!
Get serious.
If you don't, then I'll have to.
Can't an old man have some fun?
Party pooper.
♪
Lord Zeref.
[HAPPY] The Right to Love!
I cannot believe my eyes!
Lord Zeref is standing before me!
Or is this merely a dream?
A fantasy?
The keys!
Bring them at once!
I'm stuck.
I can't move a muscle.
There is no need for those "keys" of yours.
As you can see.
I'm wide awake.
How many atrocities did you commit to obtain them?
Did you count the lives you took?
The widows you made?
The children who'll never grow up?
Every one was a meaningless loss.
Victims of a lie that an old fool put stock in.
What?
But that's impossible.
The keys you sought were just stories concocted
by a group of desperate fanatics.
Cultists who longed for my resurrection
And you took their fiction as gospel.
What a sad and horrific legacy to leave behind.
I was never asleep,
so there was never need for those keys.
The man who stands before you now
is the true Black Wizard Zeref.
What do you mean you were never asleep?
I saw it myself!
I watched you fall with my Devil's Eye!
You were so weak you couldn't hold your own
against one of my underlings!
I'll explain this simply.
At the time, that was my full power.
But no longer.
Long ago.
Four hundred years to be exact, I witnessed countless
human conflicts and the devastation they wrought.
But then.
One day, as if by a miracle I learned the true value
and glory of life.
I gained peace and serenity.
However, since that fateful day the more I valued life,
the more this cursed body of mine would steal the souls
of those around me.
If I'm to stop taking people's souls,
I must forget how to appreciate the sanctity of human life.
This burden is a wretched one indeed.
So you've been waiting for something to force you
to fight against the value of life?
[ZEREF] Yes.
I was unable to use any of my magic because I was bound
by this sense of morality.
But your abysmal intentions have rid me of
those shackles for good.
[ZEREF] The world will be forever changed today.
Acnologia will bring an end to this era
And it was your evil thoughts that summoned it forth.
What are you talking about!
What is Acnologia?
Now you must be punished for all of
the suffering you've caused.
No!
Hold on!
There are so many questions I've yet to ask you!
I'll punish you for summoning Acnologia
to this world.
And for your greatest sin.
Hades.
It was you alone who caused me to forget
the importance of life.
Repent while you still can.
[ULTEAR] Meldy.
You don't seem to be very happy.
[ULTEAR] I know that it's not going to be easy,
but here's an idea...
Let's forget about Grimoire Heart
and Lord Zeref, too.
Dolphins!
Do you see them?
Ultear is it true?
[MELDY] Were you the one in charge...
...of destroying my home town?
[MELDY] I lost my family all of my friends.
I deserve to know.
It was me.
I'm sorry.
I always intended to tell you the truth someday.
I used to consider the life we're currently living
our "first try."
And I thought that by mastering Arc of Time
and reaching the Grand Magic World.
I could bring about our "second try."
I believed our actions in this life had
no real meaning because we would be able to start all over again.
This philosophy enabled me to act in horrific ways
without remorse.
I honestly thought the second time around would
be my true life and yours as well.
A life full of happiness and peace.
That's the reason I did what I did.
I was so wrong.
I had no right to cause so much suffering.
I was a fool!
A fool who committed countless atrocities in the pursuit of a
delusion when all I needed to be happy was right in front of me.
And I know I can't ask for your forgiveness
But at least let me say I'm sorry.
I understand.
You're filled with hatred for me.
However...
[sound of steel]
Now there's no need for you to dirty your hands
ever again.
I can promise you that.
Because after today... I won't... be here.
Ultear!
Find your joy.
You're free to live your own life now.
So go out there and make something of yourself.
[ULTEAR] I love you...
...Meldy.
[MELDY screams] Ultear!
[ULTEAR] The sea.
I'm with my mother again.
I guess that makes this a happy ending.
You saved me.
Let's live... together.
[ULTEAR] A Sensory Link?
I feel it all.
Your frustration... and your sadness.
You can't blame yourself.
[MELDY] You made a mistake but you're still a mother to me.
Nothing will ever change that.
It's okay.
I forgive you!
Just promise me you won't talk like that ever again!
I can't bear the thought of being
alone without you, Ultear!
I love you, too!
So please live life with me!
No!
What did you do to our Master?
He's dead as a doornail.
Oh god!
[ZEREF] Death is too good for you.
May you suffer in the afterlife.
It's here!
Acnologia!
[ALL] Is this a freakin' joke!
Nope.
No joke.
Now deal with it!
After everything that's happened I don't
have any other choice but to cancel this year's trial.
[GRAY] But we can still compete, c'mon!
[NATSU] Yeah, We've been through worse so let us finish!
[GAJEEL] I ain't leavin' this island 'til I'm S-Class!
[ELFMAN] Did the chicken man scramble your brains
or did you just forget you're not in the runnin'?
I don't want to cancel it but try
puttin' yourself in my shoes.
First, a Council Member manipulated our memories
and snuck in.
Then, Grimoire Heart interrupted everything.
Yeah, When you consider all that,
it really can't be helped.
Come on!
Are you gonna take this crap lyin' down?
If your partner's decided not to compete,
you should respect her wishes.
Arrrgh. I wanted to become S-Class.
Dang it!
Oh, Don't worry!
Next time you'll win it for sure, my beloved!
I suppose a real man knows when to call it quits.
Hey, what's with all the whinin', huh?
You guys all sound like a bunch of freakin' toddlers!
If you babies wanna throw in the towel,
then that's fine by me!
Cuz that means I'm the winner by default!
Go ahead and make me S-Class!
I'm the last one standin', right? They forfeit!
[HAPPY] Natsu blew a gasket.
Watch out.
Fine, then.
If the boy won't listen to reason.
Alright, Natsu.
I'll make an exception and let you take the final test.
If you can defeat me,
then I'll promote you right here and now.
So let's do this thing!
You're lookin' at the newest S-Class member!
I am not gonna hold back, Gramps!
I'm all fired up now--
I was so close.
Why are you doing that?
You're real.
Well I'm glad that's settled.
So, what's death like?
I wasn't dead!
How rude!
You've had your fun, Laxus,
now don't pester the girl.
His perception is much sharper.
He must've been training hard.
We should learn from him.
So,
whattaya think?
[TOMMENS] Learn from Laxus?
[LISANNA] I told you I'm real!
Stop pulling on my face before I scratch your eyes out!
He seems like a pretty decent guy
but I'm still scared of him.
Weird, huh?
What?
Oh don't be silly, child.
He's fine!
Don't believe the rumors you hear about Laxus.
Deep down, he is a decent guy.
Ya think so?
He's just...
a little bit of a slacker, that's all.
Really?
I guess I should meet him and see what he's like for myself.
This is supposed to help, right?
The spring's herbs are medicinal,
but knowing that sure doesn't it make it sting any less, does it?
So, uh...
How's your arm holdin' up?
Although I kinda liked the way it looked when
it was full of Fairy Glitter,
it seems like the spell wore off and everything
is back to normal again.
[CANA] Hey, Lucy.
I wanted to apologize.
For what?
You know.
for ditching you while I looked for Mavis' grave,
for being selfish.
I'm sorry.
Oh, that doesn't bother me!
But it bothers me a lot.
I betrayed one of my closest friends
and I'll regret it forever.
Well, I never thought of it as a betrayal.
You were just doin' what you had to, to win.
It's no biggie.
I'm your partner and I know how important
S-Class rank is to you.
So please don't worry about it anymore.
'Kay?
[CANA] Even though I didn't make S-class this year either.
I still need to bite the bullet and tell my dad the truth.
Geez Natsu, try not to look so excited over there.
Can't help it.
It's not my fault this is so boring.
You just don't appreciate it.
Fishing is part of a man's spiritual journey!
[HAPPY] Oh, it's a journey.
Down my throat and into my belly!
Eatin' the fish isn't the important part!
It's the thrill of using your hunting instincts.
The sense of becoming one with Mother Nature!
The name of the game out here is survival
of the fittest.
This is the playground where men can feel alive!
[NATSU] Check it out!
I got a bite!
Way to go!
Now... pull it in.
Gently!
How's it goin guys?
Hold on a minute.
Natsu's about to discover the true spirit of fishing.
So don't interrupt us!
I'm sorry Gildarts, but Cana would like
to talk to you about something.
[LUCY] Put down the rod!
You boys are comin' with me!
[NATSU] But my journey!
[HAPPY] What about my dinner!
So, what's up?
Did you know that the reason I joined the guild
was so I could find my father?
Actually, that's the first I've heard of it.
Wait, you joined to find him?
You telling me your old man was a member of Fairy Tail, too?
[CANA] Uh... yes.
Go, Cana.
Tell him!
What are you two still doin' here?
His name is Gildarts.
[CANA] I tried to tell you but things kept getting in the way.
So, what you're saying is...
You're my...
Yeah.
I guess it's hard to believe, huh?
Wait!
Which one is your mother?
Sara?
Naomi?
Clara?
Fina.
Mary? Liza?
No, no, the hair color's all wrong.
Emma?
Lyla?
Jenny?
Sydney?
Kate?
The Yuko Sisters?
[CANA] Sisters!
Just how many women have you been with?
No!
Sylvia!
That's gotta be it!
It's that face.
She made it a lot.
Seriously?
I finally tell the truth, only to realize my old man
is a dead beat who can't keep it in his pants?
Whatever, I was just letting you know.
See ya.
Whoa.
Hold up!
I don't have anything else to say to you.
Don't worry, I won't be moving in.
I would hate to ruin your "game."
Just carry on like I'm not around and--
[GILDARTS softly] You're Cornelia's daughter.
No doubt about it.
[CANA] Please let go.
[GILDARTS] Why did you wait so long to tell me?
[CANA] Like I said, things kept coming up.
Or maybe I was just too afraid to tell you.
Your mother, Cornelia, was the only woman
I ever truly loved.
Marrying her was the happiest moment of my life.
She left me eighteen years ago because
all I ever did was work.
It killed me.
When I heard of her passing,
it was like a shot to the heart.
But a part of her is still with me.
I'm sorry.
I should have realized long ago.
Don't worry.
I'm the one who tried to keep it hidden all this time, remember?
I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner.
It's just nice to finally have this weight
lifted off of my chest.
I've had a daughter all this time and she was
right in front of me.
Hey, now.
There's no need for waterworks,
Gildarts, I don't expect anything from you, okay?
You don't have to treat me differently.
[CANA] But, if you don't mind, may I say it just this once?
I'm glad I met you, Dad.
I really am.
[GILDARTS] Baby!
I promise I'll never make you feel sad again.
I'll always be here for you.
I'll be right by your side.
It doesn't matter whether it's on a job or hitting up the bars.
I'm not so sure you can keep up with me.
All that I ask is that you give me the opportunity
to be a loving father.
[LUCY] A loving father.
Maybe I should go see mine again for old times' sake.
As I stood there, bathed in the warm sunlight,
I thought, "What a perfect day!"
It was December sixteenth in the year seven-eighty-four.
On Tenrou Island.
When without warning destruction arrived.
♪
[HAPPY] Natsu, can I ask you about somethin'?
[NATSU] Why're you acting so shy, 'lil buddy?
[HAPPY] While askin' bozo here might not be
the best idea, there's always a chance for a miracle, right?
[NATSU] What're you mumblin' about?
[HAPPY] Well I was wonderin' if you could tell me how
to get Carla to hold my hand?
[NATSU] You and Carla!
[HAPPY] Keep your voice down!
[HAPPY and NATSU] Next time: Let's Hold Hands!
[NATSU] Holding hands?
Piece of cake, bro!
Just go for broke like a real man!!
[HAPPY] Um, I would prefer not to break anything.
[NATSU] Then you're asking the wrong guy, pal.