Gildarts makes a surprise return and confronts God Serena on the battlefield. Natsu and friends continue their push toward their guildhall, but soon realize how terrifying the Spriggan 12 truly are when they're fully assembled.

Just as Gray learns E.N.D.'s true identity, Lucy faces off against Brandish. Lucy tries hard to avoid a fight, but her desperate pleas go unheard. With neither side willing to compromise, the ensuing battle triggers an all-new crisis.