Before the battle for Fairy Tail's existence begins, the guild members spend the final night in their own ways. But when Alvarez's vast army launches a surprise attack, Fairy Tail's bond of solidarity is put to the test.

The Magnolia Defensive War

Tetsuya Kakihara

Aya Hirano

Rie Kugimiya

Yuichi Nakamura

Sayaka Ohara

Satomi Sato

Yui Horie

Hiroki Yasumoto

Wataru Hatano

Hiroki Touchi

Mai Nakahara

Katsuyuki Konishi

Ryoko Ono

Daisuke Namikawa

Eri Kitamura

Shinpachi Tsuji

Mamiko Noto

Takahiro Sakurai

Morning Star

Fairy Heart

Natsu and Happy is reunited with Lucy one year after the dissolution of the guild. The three raise Fairy Tail rebuilding and go on a journey to find friends.

The Lamia Scale Thanksgiving Festival

The guild Orochi's Fin launched a night raid by releasing a large group of demons on the city of Margaret. Wendy and Sheria rushed through the sky to hit the enemy's main force.

Because of Love

Natsu, Lucy, Wendy, Happy and Chales meet with Juvia in Amefurashi Village and discovers that Gray disappeared.

Avatar

The Guild of Black Wizards Avatar, plan a strategy of purification. In search of Gray's fate, Natsu, Lucy and Happy, who find the Guild location, will attempt to infiltrate in the enemy area.

Underground Fight

Believing that Zeref will appear at the location where several deaths will happen, the organization of the black magic, Avatar, will sacrifice an entire city. In order to stop the plan, Natsu and company run to the city of Malba.

Purification Strategy

The main members of the Fairy Tail are reunited and behind the Black Wizards of Avatar. But the priest of the sanctuary, Arlok, is determined to do something to carry out the purification strategy.

Ikusa-Tsunagi

About 400 years ago, a boy who lost his beloved family, continued his forbidden search and was cursed by the God Ankhseram.

Memories

After receiving Lucy's letters, the former's members of Fairy Tail, gathered in Magnolia for the rebirth of the guild and the rebuilding of the building.

The Seventh Guild Master

Under the command of Erza, the members who discovered the truth about the dissolution of the guild, go to the mainland Alvarez to help the sixth master of the guild, Makarov.

Law of Space

Brandish, of Alvarez's Army, meets Natsu and company on the Caracole Island. Her power is so strong, that extinguishes the completely island. Meanwhile in Alvarez, the Emperor Spriggan returns to the Empire.

Emperor Spriggan

The wizards met with Makarov and now have to escape from the Alvarez Empire. However, Azir, the King of the Desert and one of the Spriggan 12 is behind them.

To The Land Abandoned by Gods

Mavis finally reveals the secrets of her past, including her connection with Fairy Tail, Zeref, and her own sin. The ever-turning gears of fate offer glimpses of hope, but also produce one final, tragic contradiction.

Mavis and Zeref

The "miracle" that Mavis and Zeref create, has evolved into a powerful form of magic that must keep in secret. Mavis is still regretful for her sin, but the wizards of the guild try to cheer her up. The Alvarez Empire prepares to approach to Ishgar!

Fairy Tail allowed the Spriggan 12 to invade the city of Magnolia. Lucy comes face to face with Brandish, but gets nervous when she says a name.

Magnolia is threatened by another member of the Spriggan 12, Wall. Wall's next target is Fried, who is in Kardia Cathedral.

For Whom the Parfum Flows

Wizard guilds all across Fiore join Fairy Tail in the battle against Zeref's armies. Meanwhile, Natsu and Happy speed off to the west to defeat Zeref once and for all.

Natsu vs. Zeref

Zeref, sensing his impending death, reveals the secret behind Natsu's birth. After learning the shocking truth, Natsu swings his fist one last time. Meanwhile, Fiore's wizard guilds begin to battle the Alvarez army and the Spriggan 12.

Across 400 Years

While fierce fighting continued throughout Fiore, there was also a case in Magnolia's "Fairy Tail" guild. For the moment the crisis has left, Lucy listens to the voice of Brandish to hear the information of her mother, Leila. But for a moment, hands stained with hatred and anger approached Lucy!

What I Want to Do

God Serena defeats the Four Emperors of Ishgar and brings the eastern battle to its apparent conclusion. Meanwhile, Gajeel, Erza, Laxus, and other Fairy Tail members depart for different locations to support the other guilds in battle.

Not Until the Battle is Over

While fighting Wall, Laxus is incapacitated when his Bane Particle contamination reaches a critical level. To the east, Wendy and Shelia confront "Warrior Queen" Dimaria of the Spriggan 12, but are instantly overwhelmed.

In a Silent Time

Wendy is determined to use her Third Origin to defeat the powered-up Dimaria. But using it comes at a price: Wendy will never be able to use magic again. Meanwhile, another member of the Spriggan 12 singlehandedly attacks Fairy Tail's home base.

Natsu, Revived!!

Jacob unleashes his true anger after Lucy and Natsu thwart his initial plans. Eventually, he targets the other Fairy Tail members trapped in his alternate dimension. Meanwhile, the Hargeon battlefield is blanketed in darkness as a new foe appears.

Historia of Corpses

Neinhart produces Historias across the battlefield to plunge Hargeon into chaos. Past adversaries revive and attack the various guild members fighting to free the city. Erza struggles against three Historias at once, and soon finds herself immobilized…

Mettle

Natsu's team heads east with Brandish to negotiate with August, the Wizard King. Meanwhile, Sabertooth and Blue Pegasus spring back into action after Gajeel's team saves them. But the reinvigorated heroes face yet another nightmare…

The Third Seal

Gajeel attempts to defeat the invulnerable Bloodman in a last-ditch effort to save Levy. Meanwhile, Natsu's team watches on as Brandish tries to negotiate with August. Elsewhere, Irene and Acnologia come face to face with each other.

Together, Always

Irene's Universe One spell reshapes the entire land of Fiore. All of the wizards from Ishgar are thrown into confusion, but they work together to make progress. Meanwhile, Mavis faces a new ordeal after she regains her physical form.

Fairy Tail Zero

Mirajane defeats her two powerful adversaries, but is caught by Irene before there's time to celebrate. Elsewhere, the various Fairy Tail teams follow their own paths in order to save Mavis. But the enemy is fully prepared and waiting to stop them.

White Dragneel

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.

The Winter Wizard

Invel takes control of Gray and Juvia's minds. Despite being close friends, the two are forced to loathe each other and fight to the death. As the fight progresses, Juvia listens to her feelings for Gray and resists in a way only she can.

Gray and Juvia

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.

The Mightiest Demon of the Book of Zeref

Natsu and Gray clash, unable to curb the hatred that has taken hold inside them. Meanwhile, Erza's group struggles to break through the massive enemy army. After Irene unleashes her special power, Mavis and Makarov step in to save the day.

Broken Bonds

Erza's tears stop the fight between Gray and Natsu. Meanwhile, the remaining members of the Spriggan 12 commence a ferocious assault on Ishgar. August faces off against Crime Sorcière while Larcade unleashes an attack that affects friend and foe alike.

Pleasure and Pain

Sting rushes to help as Larcade continues his relentless attack on Kagura's group. Meanwhile, Natsu falls unconscious and wakes up inside his own mind. He then revisits lost memories that shed light on his past.

Natsu's Mind

Sting absorbs Rogue's power and overwhelms Larcade with white and shadow magic. In response, Larcade unleashes the deadly Rest In Peace spell. Elsewhere, after an intense battle, Irene reveals a secret to Erza about her past.

Sting, the White Shadow Dragon

Irene shares the story of her past, including the secret of Erza's birth. She also reveals the origin of Dragon Slayer magic, her connection with Zeref, and the sad fate that Dragon Slayers bear. Meanwhile, Natsu continues his journey inside his mind.

Dragon Seed

Irene and Erza face each other in an epic battle. When Wendy assists Erza, Irene makes a sudden realization that spells instant doom for Wendy.

Master Enchant

Irene unleashes Deus Sema, a power beyond human comprehension. With only her right arm, Erza combats the spell that threatens the entire area. Meanwhile, Natsu is forced to make an important decision that will forever change his fate.

Dragon or Demon

Magnolia reverts to its proper form after Irene's defeat. As retaliation, August prepares to destroy the town and everyone in it. Elsewhere, Gray reaches Zeref and is the first to learn about Zeref's true objective.

Gray's Trump Card

Gray makes the ultimate choice to sacrifice his life and his very existence in order to trap Zeref in ice for all eternity. Meanwhile, the mighty Acnologia finally reaches Magnolia and causes great concern for both sides of the war.

Dark Future

August seeks to understand the love that is shared between parent and child. When he threatens to kill Cana, Gildarts responds with rage. Meanwhile, Natsu and Zeref continue their epic battle, but a new situation develops when Larcade arrives.

My Name Is...

Larcade scowls in pain after Zeref rejects him as a son. Meanwhile, August begins to cast a powerful spell that threatens to destroy all of Magnolia, along with himself. Elsewhere, Erza and Wendy come face to face with the almighty Acnologia.

Compassion

Erza's team meets a mysterious woman with a plan that can completely destroy Acnologia. Meanwhile, Lucy and friends struggle to come to terms with the truth that connects Natsu's life and the Book of E.N.D. that they now hold.

Neo Eclipse

Anna, Blue Pegasus, and Erza's team attempt to destroy Acnologia using a hidden rift in time. Elsewhere, Zeref finally obtains everything he needs to reset time and relive his life 400 years earlier, before he turned immortal.

Blind to Love

Zeref obtains the power of a god - a power that transcends even time. Natsu seethes with a fiery rage as he holds the unconscious Mavis in his arms. Meanwhile, Acnologia continues to attack Blue Pegasus' ship as Anna struggles to re-open the time rift.

The Door of Vows

Fairy Tail and Blue Pegasus continue to battle Acnologia. With the time rift now open, they're forced to make a difficult decision. In the guildhall, Natsu makes a miraculous recovery and confronts Zeref one final time.

Raging Fire of the Dragon

Mavis faces Zeref alone inside Fairy Tail's guildhall. As she reveals her conflicting feelings and the key to her plan, Zeref makes a sudden realization. Meanwhile, Lucy's team watches as Zeref's Book of E.N.D. starts to fade away…

When the Fire Dies

Zeref is gone, and Acnologia is now trapped inside a rift in time. Just when it seems like it's time to celebrate, an ominous crack appears in the sky. What's more, all of the Dragon Slayers suddenly vanish into thin air. The battle isn't over just yet!

World Destruction

Inside the time rift, and with the fate of the world on the line, the seven Dragon Slayers battle Acnologia. Outside the rift, Acnologia's physical form continues to wreak havoc. The situation seems hopeless, until Lucy comes up with a last-ditch plan…

Magic of Hope

Lucy's plan for stopping Acnologia's physical form is immediately ruined, but everyone comes together to keep hope alive. Inside the time rift, Natsu and the other Dragon Slayers face the spirit form of Acnologia in an epic seven-against-one battle.

Hearts Connected

Using the power of all seven Dragon Slayers, Natsu unleashes one final, soulful attack on Acnologia. One year later, Lucy reveals everything that has happened since the battle.

Dearest Friends

Lucy is a 17-year-old girl, who wants to be a full-fledged mage. One day when visiting Harujion Town, she meets Natsu, a young man who gets sick easily by any type of transportation. But Natsu isn't just any ordinary kid, he's a member of one of the world's most infamous mage guilds: Fairy Tail.

The Magnolia Defensive War

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