Demons and Strategies

Rimuru has returned to Jura after having attended Walpurgis. Diablo informs Rimuru of his mission to deal with the Kingdom of Falmuth. Having presented the kingdom with three options at a resolution, the clock on the week for their answer ticks down.

Episode 1•24m

The Saint's Intentions

Yuuki is saddened by the death of Clayman, and Luminus is saddened by the death of Roy. Steeped in sadness, and having lost their friends, they seek their next move against Rimuru, who has grown in power and become a true Demon Lord.

Episode 2•24m

Peaceful Days

Expecting visitors from all races to come calling after learning that Rimuru now controls the entire Great Forest of Jura, Rimuru decides to hold a festival to introduce himself and Tempest to the world, with the goal of attracting new citizens.

Episode 3•24m

Everyone Has a Part to Play

Responding to Rimuru's concerns about monsters in the forest harming humans, Vesta and Kaijin reveal a new invention they hope will keep the road to Tempest safe. Also, Rimuru assigns a new task to Geld.

Episode 4•24m

Meeting of Both Sides

A war council led by Hinata is held in the Holy Empire of Lubelius. Moments after Hinata declares her intent to meet Rimuru and talk to him, she receives a hostile message from Rimuru.

Episode 5•24m

Those Approaching

The spread of false information causes the Temple Knights to assemble, endangering Diablo's plan to conquer Falmuth. Meanwhile, Rimuru learns that Hinata is on her way to Tempest.

Episode 6•24m

Saint and Demon Clash

As Hinata makes her way to Tempest, the ramen and well-built roads she sees along the way prove to her that Rimuru genuinely wants monsters and humans to coexist. But against her wishes, one of her men is also on his way to Tempest...

Episode 7•24m

Misunderstanding

The Crusaders have reached Tempest, and the battle is on. Hinata lays everything she learned from her mentor, Shizu, on the line in a life-or-death showdown against Rimuru.

Episode 8•24m

The Scheming of the Seven Days

Diablo descends before the enemy, King Edward of Falmuth. Also present are Saare and Glenda, two of the three Battlesages who are regarded as the most brilliant among the Master Rooks.

Episode 9•24m

God and Demon Lord

Just after the end of Hinata and Rimuru's duel, Hinata's sword moves on its own and targets Rimuru. Hinata jumps in its way to protect him and is gravely injured. Then the masterminds behind the whole conflict show up...

Episode 10•24m

Reconciliation and Agreement

The Seven Days Clergy have been purged, and the battle is over. Rimuru and Hinata hold a meeting to discuss future relations between their two nations, and the masterminds behind the whole conflict, the Eastern merchants, are revealed.

Episode 11•24m

Festival Preparations

Everyone in Tempest is busy preparing for the festival to celebrate the country's opening. Rimuru visits Mjöllmile to share ideas on forms of entertainment that will keep people coming back for more.

Episode 12•24m

Invitation for All Nations

Demon Lord Ramiris tries to argue her way into moving to Tempest, where there's great food, hot springs, and ample entertainment. Rimuru happens to walk into the argument and comes up with a way to make use of Ramiris's skills.

Episode 13•24m

Labyrinth and Storm Dragon

Rimuru is building a dungeon in preparation for the upcoming festival. It will feature treasure chests containing weapons made by Kurobe, and Veldora will inhabit the deepest floor as the final boss. Then Milim suddenly shows up with a suggestion...

Episode 14•24m

Audience

Numerous representatives from across the Great Forest of Jura have assembled in Tempest to congratulate Rimuru on his appointment to Demon Lord. Shuna requests holding a three-day audience to meet with them.

Episode 15•24m

Benimaru's Ordeal

On the last day of the audience, Rimuru meets Momiji, the representative of the Tengu clan. Their meeting comes after Rimuru had sent Benimaru to the Tengu village to request their permission to build a tunnel through the Kusha Mountains.

Episode 16•24m

The Lightspeed Hero

After learning about an elf slave trade, Rimuru had Soei investigate, but it turns out the slave traders have already been shut down by Masayuki, the Lightspeed Hero. Word is now spreading that the Hero is headed to Tempest to slay a Demon Lord...

Episode 17•24m

A Throng of Visitors

After meeting with the kings of various nations, Rimuru heads to Engrassia to invite his former students to the festival. The kids are thrilled to go back with him to Tempest, but then the hero Masayuki arrives as well...

Episode 18•24m

Festival Eve

The night before the Opening Festival, Rimuru throws a lavish banquet for all the nobles and royalty visiting Tempest. When the party is in full swing, Empress Elmesia of the Sorcerous Dynasty of Thalion arrives, throwing everyone into chaos.

Episode 19•24m

Nation's Opening Festival

It's day one of the festival, and Rimuru finally gets to see all of his friends' performances and presentations. As he's enojying the festivities, he's summoned by Luminus...

Episode 20•24m

The Martial Arts Tournament

A martial arts tournament is being held! The winner will be given the right to challenge Rimuru. The hero, Masayuki, will be participating in the tournament. Rimuru wants to uncover the hero's true strength, so they get Geld and Gobta to participate.

Episode 21•24m

Settling the Score with the Hero

Gazel and Elmesia pledge to assist Rimuru with Tempest's lack of funding. Elmesia then proposes an alliance, but she's concerned about the danger Diablo poses.

Episode 22•26m

The Labyrinth Is Opened

Rimuru's dungeon is finally revealed, and his new ally Masayuki is among its first challengers. Later, after the festival is over, Rimuru's biggest job still awaits.

Episode 23•24m

After the Festival

Rimuru pays the merchants with the gold coins he's procured. The merchants try to garner futher favor, but Rimuru ceases trading with them. Rimuru then gathers his allies and calls for action again the eastern merchants who are operating in secret.

Episode 24•24m