The synopsis, preview, and scene cuts for Episode 52 of the TV anime "Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World" (Season 3, Episode 2, titled "The Icy-Flame's Conclusion") have been released. The episode will air on October 9th on TOKYO MX, AT-X, and other channels.

Re:Zero Episode 52 Synopsis

In the previous episode, Subaru was killed without understanding the situation by Sirius Romaneeconti, the "Wrath" Archbishop of the Witch Cult, who appeared at the Time-Limited Tower. Determined to stop Sirius's rampage, Subaru heads to the tower and tries to rescue a boy named Rusbel, who is bound by chains. However, he is suddenly gripped by an indescribable fear. With trembling legs, Subaru struggles to keep himself upright, only to hear Sirius's joyful voice. Just as Subaru is consumed by doubt, Sirius's chains strike at him.

About Re:Zero

Re:Zero is a light novel series written by Tappei Nagatsuki and illustrated by Shinichirou Otsuka, originally published under KADOKAWA's MF Bunko J label.

The story follows Subaru Natsuki, a boy who is suddenly summoned to another world while returning home from a convenience store. In this strange new world, where he has nothing to rely on, the only power Subaru gains is the ability to "Return by Death," allowing him to rewind time upon dying.

To protect those dear to him and reclaim the irreplaceable moments he has lost, Subaru fights against despair and faces the cruel fate laid before him.

The 3rd season of Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World- will consist of 16 episodes. After the "Raid Arc" (8 episodes), the "Counterattack Arc" (8 episodes) will begin airing on February 5, 2025.

The first season aired from April to September 2016, while the second season aired in two parts from July to September 2020 and January to March 2021.