It is the finale of the Saiunkoku Monogatari second season. The series has been a really wonderful and beautiful tale. Hence, let us embrace the very last episode of the season. Hopefully we will get to see a new season very soon in a year or two. Let me go on with the introduction for the last episode.
As Ryuuki finally makes his way back to the palace, the little things that he has been escaping will be back in full throttle. Ryuuki has to face the music. Will a revitalized and refocused emperor of Saiunkoku be able to handle this? How will the last episode wrap up the conclusion for the second season?
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Episode summary
Tantan and Ensei are discussing about how everyone is letting Shuurei do what she wants. That will cause her to be alone forever. Ensei tells Tantan to tell Seiran, but Tantan says he does not want to be attacked by Seiran. Tantan also realizes that Ensei likes Shuurei, and Ensei praises Tantan for being perceptive. Shuuei, on the other hand, is thinking about Shusui. Jyuusan-Hime is thinking of Shun as she dumps the eye patch into the water. Ryuuren appears and Jyuusan-hime talks about how Ryuuren stopped the heavy rain. Assuming that Jyuusan-hime is asking him to play again, he does obligingly. Shuuei is thinking how Ryuuren is not a bonus prize to take away (given by his triplet brothers), but a very unlucky charm.
Yuushun and Seiran comes to pick up Ryuuki, with Ryuuki apologizing for his selfishness. He asks if he is too late, but Yuushun simply tells him to work hard together. Seiran also eyes Shuuei critically. Seiran says that Shuuei has no shame at all by returning and says that there might be a possibility that a scenario like this may happen again. Shuuei says he has decided to follow Ryuuki, abandoning his Ran clan and swears upon the flower of the emperor. That impresses Seiran, as he shows his respect with a smile. Tantan also reports that Shuurei did enter Jiuzhaigou despite his objection. When Tantan walks past, Seiga says he’s an idiot. Tantan says he is, but he will never do something like that for Seiga.
Shuurei gives Kouki his food explaining that it is only available in Jiuzhaigou. Kouki reminds Shuurei that she will be dismissed if she enters Jiuzhaigou, and Shuurei asks what Tantan says to him. Shuurei asks whether Kouki uses Tantan’s father as ransom to observe her, and Kouki says he did. He also tells Shuurei that Tantan is willing to be dismissed for Shuurei. Shuurei tries to argue, but Kouki says it is normal for a subordinate to take the rap for a superior. He also tells Shuurei that he approved it and Tantan is probably leaving right now. Shuurei is flabbergasted, and gives chase. Kouki, after seeing Shuurei leave, wonders whether Seiga (who betrays everyone) and Shuurei (who helps everyone) will rise to the top.
Tantan is thinking how Shuurei will be angry, but knows that she will not make the same mistake. Shuurei makes it in time, and reminds him about the loan she gave him. Tantan promises to return, and Shuurei promises that she will become a good official and find him back. In fact, Tantan is not dismissed, but is given a raise as a proper investigative officer. Tantan’s father mentions that it is good so that they can enjoy a farming life. Anjun says the king is impressive to return from the Hyou temple, and talks about the myth of the Hyou clan. Ouki says it’s merely a myth. Anjun says his plan to hurt Shuurei did not work as Shuurei gets Ryuuki back. Ryuuki is also informed that Ouki is behind this.
Yuushun suspects it is the ten clauses they have set and says that it is his fault. Ryuuki argues that Yuushun is simply doing it for Ryuuki. Yuushun says it is probably from the time where the previous emperor exterminated many noble clans. Yuushun also informs that the news on Ryuuki’s trip to Jiazhaigou is leaked. Ryuuki apologizes for being a coward when the throne needs him, and he wants to be a king from his experience in Jiuzhaigou. He asks Yuushun whether he is willing to follow the king. The determination shown from Ryuuki’s eyes tells Yuushun that Ryuuki is serious and he says he will follow Ryuuki to the end of the world.
In the throne room, there are murmurs about Ryuuki’s trip, and how it is inappropriate. People notice that Ryuuki’s eyes are very different from before. Ryuuki stares at Ouki in a battle of eyes, but neither backed down. Ensei is with Shuurei and Shouka, as Shuurei tells him to study for the imperial examination. Ensei says that he can stick with Shuurei, but Shuurei says that he has to study to help Ryuuki. Shouka also agrees. Shuurei says Ryuuren can help in studying. Strangely, Ryuuren appears and says that he can help lost people as he blows his flute. Ryuuki looks somewhat relieved from the ordeal. Shuuei and Seiran comes in, saying that the emperor has a lot of support.
Kouyuu somehow finds his way here. He explains that he finishes all the work worth a hundred years and tells Reishin that he needs to take a walk. Kouyuu is glad Shuuei is back. The others also gives Ryuuki support, with Shouka saying that he will make tea for all. Seiran asks if that is not enough support. Ryuuki says he will never be lost, and he will be a king all the way. Shuurei notices that Ryuuki is looking at her intensely. At night, Ryuuki and Shuurei meet. Ryuuki apologizes for his many mistakes, and thanks Shuurei for picking him up. Ryuuki says he hears from Shuuei that Shuurei cried for him. Shuurei tries to deny it profusely, but Ryuuki looks amused.
Ryuuki admits that he can no longer be king for Shuurei. He says he does not understand about the citizens, but he wants to be a worthy king for all. He says that he needs to marry and will bring Jyuusan Hime in. He says that the other person that he trusts with the back palace is Jyuusan Hime, and she is the only one he will marry other than Shuurei. Shuurei is shocked at the revelations. Ryuuki says he will marry since it is part of being an emperor to stabilize, and he cannot wait for Shuurei. Shuurei looks troubled and Ryuuki says that he is glad he has a chance.
Ryuuki says that he will have a competition. If Shuurei is about to escape by a given time, he will give up on her. If Shuurei is to accept his marriage proposal by that time, Ryuuki will win. Shuurei smiles and accepts it. Both of them laughed as Shuurei asks about the time period. Ryuuki simply moves close to his ear, whispering something that cannot be heard. We then see a glimpse of the main characters doing their work as the show ends.
Thoughts
The end is here. It is really depressing to make an entry knowing that the next season for a wonderful series such as Saiunkoku Monogatari will be a very long time away. Nevertheless, I think that the episode ends it off on a very beautiful catch. Here are some of the scenes that really makes me realize why I like Saiunkoku Monogatari. The first thing is the faith of Yuushun. No matter how much Ryuuki falters in his job as an emperor, Yuushun is unwaivering despite anyone’s protests. Even his best friend, Reishin, cannot change his mind. That is a true sign of a minister that is willing to wait for change.
Another thing is Ryuuki. In the end of the first season, he is simply trying to get Shuurei’s attention. I feel that it is a very good shift in terms of him gaining favor in the romance part of his life. In the end of the second season, he has finally developed into an emperor that knows what he should be doing, and not living his life to impress her. He truly wants to be king, but he has not lost himself completely. He still loves Shuurei very much, and is trying to give himself some time to make Shuurei his empress.
That is true maturity. He knows that he has to get what he wants, but he is willing to set a time to end it all and make changes to sacrifice his own self. Of course, for most of us, we want him to be with Shuurei. Jyuusan Hime and Ryuuki is not a poor alternative though, and even Ryuuki says that he will marry Jyuusan Hime if Shuurei does not agree to be with him by the end of the challenge. I really cannot wait for this to come on a new sequel.
One last thing is the animosity between Seiran and Shuuei. I am glad that Seiran finally accepts Shuuei. I have a feeling that Shuuei’s reluctance to choose a side makes him a complete liability, and Seiran is one that does not mince his words. Shuuei, despite his lack of the Ran clan, definitely has Ryuuren’s support. It is clear that Ryuuren’s support is very important since he is the talent of the Ran clan. Kouyuu also shows his insistence to be faithful to both Reishin and Ryuuki. He is truly a man, despite his inability to figure out his directions. Heh heh.
Anyway, let me end the review with a thank you to all the visitors who have used this blog extensively for summaries and discussion. I will miss many of you who comments and have discussions about almost anything under the sun. Yes, I am sometimes guilty of not replying due to evil work life, but I am sure you will forgive me. I am really glad because Saiunkoku Monogatari brings one of the hugest share of visitors for THAT Anime Blog. Thank you all for making these blog entries a total success. Other than that, wait for the podcast on Saiunkoku Monogatari from me and my girlfriend, Thirteensugars. I am very sure you will love it.
Once again, have fun and thank you. I hope that you will still visit us after the next season with our coverage of the spring anime season. BYE!
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76 Comments
hmmmmm…. i miss ryuki and shurei!!!
i’m always making my self updated in the saiunkoku…
hmmm… i wish there will be a season III commin’ sooN…
owwwwwhhh….
i can imagine how romatic the season III wiLL be!!!
owhhh!!! im a bit jealous to shurei!! hehehehe….
and….
i hope the rest of the season II episode w/ its engLish subs come out very sOOn…
haayyy….
im Looking forward to watcH it here in da phiLipppines…
good thing that the animax.. returned the saiunkoki monogatari(coloured cloud palace)..
it heLpS aLot!!im stiLL watching it!!! even though i hve watch it aLready!!!
anyway!! thanks again for your effort!!!
arigato gozaimashita!!!!
shuurei!!if i’m a SM character, i’m so gonna kill her!
it’s like she’s putting a wild goose chase.. does she know that ryuuki can’t wait for her forever?! he also needs to be with someone who would be by his side till the rest of his life!
i’m starting to hate her..if she would still continue her attitude, i’d gladly choose the other girl than her though i admire her fearless behavior..
one thing, if she wants to help the country, she should first support ryuuki other than to follow her own principle..i just hate her.
about ran shogun(general), it’s not his fault he’s not confused. if i was him, it would be a lot harder for me to decide between loyalty and responsibility. what he did was not betrayal. it’s just because of confusion…that’s why seiran has no right to hate him….
that’s it…nice summary by the way..
I dropped in by chance, to find these nice blogs on SaiMono season 2! Thanks for blogging all these, Impz-san!
Hi hi! I’ve been following the blog of yours for a while now, and i’m grateful for your summary =D
Anyways.. my thoughts on the episode
hmmm.. i was very surprise to say the least on how the story line developed so much, in a good way =P. Anywyas, i really cant get the concept of Ryuuki and Jyuusan hime being together, and i wish they never will end up together. I don’t know why, but for some reason she really bugs the crap out of me, and therefore I hate her =D. I might be acting immature for hating her, but i honestly do abhor her *laughs*. I’m gonna be a b*tch and say i wish she died and hope she will die.
The Ensei part was cute! Haha and i hope Shuuei and Shusui WON’T end up together or else i’ll go and scream =D.
The end. LOL.
Anywyas, hope i’ll be hearing from you again when Season 3 is up.
Much thanks for your hard work <3
~MEi
What do you guys think if Seiran will fall for Jyuusan-hime? lolz I think they’re a cool pair too!
I’ve just discovered SaiMono two-three-four weeks ago. And I fell for it right away. lolz
Thankz Impz for blogging about SaiMono from the very start and up to the very last episode.
Thank you so so much!
Arigatougozaimasu!
We look forward to more of your blogging on SaiMono 3 if ever there will be in the future!
I sure do hope there will be a third season!
Thankz again.
Thankiez!
okiez okiez
latez
A friend told me about the title of this anime.
I was searching for M.H. – Seiran’s Seiyuu – video clips on youtube. I’m so obssessed on him lolz
Then I saw this clip. It was the SaiMono Special.
Asked my friend if she knows what anime it was. We were chatting at that time.
She told me it’s Saiunkoku Monogatari.
And that’s when the SM craziness started. lolz
just wanna share it with everyone. lolz
okiez
latez
Thankiez Impz for blogging about SM! Thank you so much!
ja mata!
I definitely believe this series is amazing in that it deals with politics, love, friendships and responsibility in a light-hearted but not necessarily comical way, nothing hentai about it and if there is, is dealt with straight-forwardly. So far I’ve yet to encounter a series like it. I’m still waiting on the season 2 episode 33-39 subs, but i really think the creators left a lot of room in the story to add another two or three more seasons to it, leaving the ending refreshingly hanging till the end, not so much giving you reason to obsess about the next season, but leaving you hoping and imagining what would come next or who would end up with whom.
also, thank you to the people who give subtitles to anime series for people like me who’re too busy or not have enough brain cells left to learn proper Japanese. thank you for all your hard work
I’m really surprised by it’s end, its like its hanging on the air. I really love this anime and I have been too much excited following the events of the seroes. Is there reall a possibility that there will be a season three? I love this anime, the characters and the plot itself.
I just discovered today this website and I cant help myself to read first the last episode of season 2. I downloaded the first season and watched some of it last night – that’s why I somehow feel tired here in work. This is my first visit in this blog and I just google this anime. I wish there will be a 3rd season because I’m still wishing for Shuurei and Ryuuki to end together. Thank you very much for blogging this anime.
i love Saiunkoku. Love the characters. They impact me deeply. Is there a 3rd season? can someone tell me with some certainty? I really want another season, and yes, i want those two: Ryuki and Shuurei together.
hey there limpz.thank you so much for blogging this anime!!i really appreciate it.in indonesia, the anime only out until ep 16, n i even save your summary, hehe, i don’t have time to read it during online, so i put it in my hp. i’m new here anw. i’ve got certain questions, actually which episode that implies shuurei will be immortal?has seiran EVER kiss shuurei? sorry, for my comment, i think shuurei just accept to be kissed by every guy. she didn’t refuse it, she just stared seriously.. and i think shuureiXensei is a good pairing, since ensei is the one that always get that tight hug from shuurei..hehe..but shuurei just become serious when she is around ryuuki..but i think shuurei would end up between ryuuki or seiran, because these two guys (you could say) the hottest of the other guys and both of them are siblings..and i really thank you for the summaries!!!
Wow another season to go…but hey its worth it^^ Ryuuki and Shuurei have to end up together, I mean she accepted the challenge so im looking forward to it. Its been exciting so far and thnx for the blogs they have really helped!Til the next!
Wow, I can’t believe that’s the ending and another season is coming!! It was long enough as it is already. As long as we do not know the result of Ryuuki and Shuurei, there will always be another episode. I simply don’t like the fact that every guy likes/wants her and she is only interested in politics. She’s spoiled! All the men are always protecting her and she is always doing what she pleases. She doesn’t want to be with Ryuuki, but she wants to use him?? At this point in the story I hope Ryuuki marries Jyuusan Hime and get on with his life. That girl is playing games and stringing him along. If she really wanted to make a difference and help her people why not become Queen and help them that way? A strong Queen can help support her King and even make a difference in her country and their peoples lives!!
this is indeed a good anime with much more depths and many.. thanks for your summary recap
Wow…I must admit that this is one of the most amazing anime that I had watched so far. I only manage to download the 2nd series until episode 35 (if any of you guys can tell me where to get epi 36-39, I will be very much appreciated ^_^).The anime had entertain me a lot with the beautiful characters, plots, and musics. I also had a thought that it also encourage me to work hard for our life to help ourself and people around us .. ^_^ haha…
Thank you for the nice summary where I could refer to and I love saiukoku so much. I hope it will have 3rd series for this wonderful anime.
I must say, I am very grateful to you for making entries about Saiunkoku Monogatari II! I wasn’t able to watch the last 3 episodes but thanks to you I know how it ended. And I can pretty much say that we almost share the same thoughts about the anime. I really love it. It is somewhat serious with comedic acts inserted. I learned a lot from it and the concepts were amazing. I loved the way how each character developed…especially Ryuuki
Ryuuki is definitely becoming a rightful emperor.
The romance in this anime is really thrilling. In the first season Ryuuki is the one running after Shuurei’s skirt like a child. and now he finally becomes a man he learned to turn the tables. Although I doubt Shuurei would run after Ryuuki like the way Ryuuki ran after her, but I believe that (if there is a 3rd season)with the ways things are going and with Ryuuki being the one holding the wheel now, Shuurei might just recognize Ryuuki as someone who is no longer a child who needs a teacher to guide him in his way, but a man who knows what he wants and does not let his emotions get ahead of him.
*Sigh*, although he was open to the idea of marrying Jyuusan-hime he still made it a point to tell Shuurei that she is still in his heart but he cannot wait for her and chase her forever. No more childish Ryuuki crying on her skirt begging her to marry him. ^^ Now he gives her a time for her to realize her feelings…waaahhh!!! I do hope she goes for Ryuuki!!! They are so good for each other. I know Ryuuki will become a great emperor…Jyuusan-hime isn’t that bad of a match for RYuuki…but RYuuki would be happier if it would be Shuurei by his side. As for Shuurei, if she decides that it is better for Ryuuki to marry Jyuusan-hime…may she grow old a spinster. LOL. KIDDING!!!Well, she can end up with Seiran (the best next option for me!) or Ryuuren (he does consider her special and one of his soulmate friend LOL), Tantan (for some reason it’s not impossible to happen), Ensei?? (maybe…but I don;t think Seiran would approve XD)…who else there might be??? Argh! She’s too much of a woman with substance…but I still believe that with the rate Ryuuki is growing, becoming mature, in no time he will be a great match for Shuurei, he might even go beyond.
Oops…I overdid it…hee…well, I’m keeping my fingers crossed. I really pray there would be a SM III in the near future with a Shuurei & Ryuuki bells in the end
Hope I hear from you sometime with an entry about SM III!!! Till next time!
*^^* thank you very much for blogging the episode summary. pretty nice work on the details. nearly like reading it as a manga.. well, since the episode subs in websites were already removed/licensed it’s really hard to follow this very magnificent anime. specially it’s not being aired in our country(^^; unless you are subscribed on a cable. and they are only airing season 1 as i know.)
the manga is no different. it’s hard to find sm scanlations too. though, i wanted to read it too sometimes.
well, season two’s ending is pretty good. giving shurei a good competition over ryuuki makes things more exciting right? well, still hoping for them to end up together.
anyways. more over. i appreciate the informations about the last episode of the season two.. this is really a great help. thanks a bunch… *^^* waiting for season three.
the one called wendy who commented. i think u r realli too much into things u are jus being biased against shuurei… u should jus look on the brighter side tt ryuuki is becoming a better emperor and not anything abt shuurei making use of ryuuki or wadeva it is…
anyway i really look forward to smIII realli curious abt who is goin to be wif who though i do support the ryuukiXshuurei pair more… i mean ryuuki deserves it coz he is realli becomin a better emperor
and i also look forward to shuueiXshusui and Jyuusan-himeXjin pairing
Hi! I just found this site and thanks for the great summaries. I’m also late coming into the SM world and just finished watching the last episode of season 2. It’s been almost a year since the last episode, any news of season 3?
It’s a great story and I love Ryuuki’s character most of all. I do think he is the personification of that first Saiunkoku emperor who got the help of the celestials. if there’s no season three, I’d settle for an OVA. Or a full length live movie would be great! I can’t help wondering what would happen to the Ryuuki and Shourei love affair. That girl can be exasperating but I believe she’s the best girl of this series so far who can match Ryuuki who is turning out to to be a great emperor day by day.
Where can I buy season 2 and season 3 dvd? CRY!!! Do they even exist yet?
Look on the internet, or Ebay. That’s how I get a lot of my anime.
There is no season 3
can you give me the website for all sauikoku monogatori season 1-2
this is sure one of the many animes that i’ll definitely find very hard to forget…
sadly though it had to end… one thing that had really caught my attention was that of the last part…
what did ryuuki whispered to shuurei?
can’t wait to know the answer…
btw, this site was very helpful!
many thanks to impz!
keep up the good work!
Ja!
i really think that shuurei is too much!
why won’t she make up her mind about marrying ryuuki?! in fact, he is the most suitable person for her. she is just being stubborn! does she know that ryuuki doesn’t have forever to wait for her?!i’m really starting to hate her!they should just end up together so that no problem will arise….besides, they came from prestigious families so that’s why they should hurry up and marry each other..
hey..i am looking for the novel.. but is there any translated in english?? FROM WHERE CAN I GET IT??? I NEED IT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE..JUST CAN’T WAIT FOR ALL THOSE QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED..
HOPE U CAN SEND THE LINK TO MY EMAILL..THANK U..
gunterguy_90@hotmail.com
I’ve just finished the series myself, and I often come here to read the entry and discussion after each episode. Thanks for blogging, I really enjoyed reading.
Somehow I doubt there is going to be a season 3, just because of the part at the end where we got to see little bits of each character. It gave off the feeling of a real ending (despite that a lot of the plot is obviously unfinished) as compared to the ending of the first season.
I really liked the contrast between the endings of the first and second season though, it was really beautiful.. My only complaint is that I really hated the three recap episodes… I would have settled for 36 episodes, really. I didn’t think those were needed.