The Ancient Magus' Bride - Season 2
Season 2
Episodes
Live and let live. II
Chise attends her first day at the College with Elias in tow.
Birds of a feather flock together. I
It's a day of new beginnings at the College as Chise attends her first day of classes and meets some of her fellow students, and Elias adopts a mysterious guise for his first time teaching as a visiting instructor.
Birds of a feather flock together. II
Chise shares a meal with her new classmates, but several teachers and students at the College have their eyes on both her and Elias for reasons yet unknown. Chise and Elias head home for the weekend and Stella drops by for a visit.
The cowl does not make the monk
Two separate conversations reveal the multitude of revelations that Chise and Elias have had about one another, and the ways they've both grown and changed. Hazel guides them on a dangerous shortcut back to the College.
First impressions are the most lasting
Chise learns a bit more about the history of both the College and her classmates. Zoe's secret is revealed, and a pact is formed.
Better bend than break
Alice and Chise to try and sort through their feelings on their complicated relationships with their respective masters.
Slow and sure. I
Chise attends P.E. as Elias looks on. Philomela is summoned home. Alice stubbornly continues her training, while Adolf consoles Renfred through his troubles. The students embark on a camping trip.
Slow and sure. II
An otherwise educational and relaxing camping trip with her classmates ends with a terrifying encounter in the shadows of the night forest, forcing Chise to rely on her own wits and abilities instead of Elias' magic.
Conscience does make cowards of us all. I
As Chise watches over Lucy in the infirmary, she's surprised by the familiar face who comes to visit. Meanwhile, the faculty discusses the mysterious disappearance of a dangerous tome.
Conscience does make cowards of us all. II
Lucy's visitor reveals more of the history behind the Webster tragedy, but two mysterious figures show up and attempt to finish the job. Elias continues to investigate why people are collapsing around the College.
A small leak will sink a great ship. I
Elias continues to investigate what is sapping magic from Lucy and Simeon. Chise gets a lecture from Hazel on her lack of self-preservation, and the students volunteer to do some gathering at the waste tower as Hallowe'en arrives.
A small leak will sink a great ship. II
The students find the waste tower is equally full of mysteries and danger. Alice confronts Renfred once more, and Seth and Lucy try to reconcile their past. Lizbeth's message to the College is met with a cold response from Principal Quillyn.
Nothing venture, nothing have. I
The College is sealed off to protect the students and staff from whatever or whoever has been sapping magic from victims. Zaccheroni puts the students' survival abilities to the test, but with a catch: no sorcery allowed.
Nothing venture, nothing have. II
Outside the College, the witches hunt for the missing book. Inside, the students try to juggle lessons with their own personal goals and relationships. Philomela confides in Alcyone, but an ominous message reminds her of her assignment.
Needs must when the devil drives. I
Bored with having nothing to do but study, the students play a puzzle game, but it stirs up bad memories for Philomela and Rian. Alcyone ponders her assigned role. As the rainy season starts, Elias and Chise finally sit down to catch up.
Needs must when the devil drives. II
Violet and Chise host an after hours test of courage for their classmates by having them pair up to visit various haunted locations around campus, but the evening leads to some revealing conversations.
Gather ye rosebuds while ye may
The mystery deepens as all the students drained of magic suddenly wake up feeling fine. Rumors about the culprit start to rise among the student body. Veronica checks in on Philomela.
Coming events cast their shadows before
Despite their disappointment that the College will be closed through Christmas, the students try and prepare for the holiday party. Chise takes another dive into Lucy's memories. Philomela reaches her breaking point.
Man's extremity is God's opportunity
Philomela bargains for Liza to undo the seal over the College so she can return home to fulfill her duty. As Chise gives chase, her power gives her a terrifying new form.
Even a worm will turn
Alycone reflects on Philomela's childhood and her all-important task. An ancient and fearsome goddess blocks Chise's path on the way to the Sargant family home and demands tribute that was promised a year ago.
A burnt child dreads the fire
While Zoe fights off the werewolf, the other students finally reach Philomela. Chise takes a dive into her dark memories, but as everyone's secrets begin to unravel, Philomela hesitates to take her classmates' outstretched hands.
Give a thief enough rope and he'll hang himself
As Lizbeth's plans near fruition, Philomela thinks about what it is she really wants.
Of two evils choose the less
The fight begins in earnest as Lizbeth starts to gain the upper hand, but Chise and company receive some unexpected assistance.
The show must go on. I
Philomela stands against Lizbeth in a final battle of wills.
The show must go on. II
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