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Lawrence is a traveling merchant selling various goods from a horse-drawn cart. One day, he arrives at a village and meets a beautiful girl with the ears and tail of an animal! Her name is

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    Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 19 - God's Unseen Hand and Wolf's Unseen Heart
    8.3/10(82 votes)

    #1 - God's Unseen Hand and Wolf's Unseen Heart

    S1:E19

    The price of pyrite keeps rising, but when Diana's representative appears and informs him of the failed deal, Lawrence's plan collapses. Has he lost the bet against Amati and, consequently, Holo?

    Directors:Hiroki Moritomo, Tatsuya Hagino, Takashi Ikehata, Hito Tadano, Li Qichang
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  2. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 11 - Forest of Wolves and Frigid Rain
    8.2/10(92 votes)

    #2 - Forest of Wolves and Frigid Rain

    S1:E11

    Nora leads the way into the dangerous woods, and so their risky plan commences. What dangers truly lurk in the woods? Are a brave shepherd and a Wise Wolf strong enough to overcome what lies ahead?

    Directors:Shunichi Kato, Yuta Kida, Takahiro Majima, Hironori Aoyagi
    Writer:Ko Nekota

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  3. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 12 - Price of Betrayal and Price of Gold
    8.2/10(94 votes)

    #3 - Price of Betrayal and Price of Gold

    S1:E12

    Betrayed and left for dead, Lawrence waits for Holo's return. Holo is no weak wolf to run off with her tail between her legs, and Lawrence the merchant won't lose his profit either. But will a wolf be willing to save a shepherd?

    Director:Tatsuya Hagino
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  4. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 16 - Night of the Festival and Misaligned Gear
    8.2/10(84 votes)

    #4 - Night of the Festival and Misaligned Gear

    S1:E16

    Amati learns about Holo's debt to Lawrence and announces that he will take on the debt and ask Holo to marry him.

    Director:Hiroki Moritomo
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  5. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 25 - Miracle's Path and Journey's Continuation
    8.2/10(73 votes)

    #5 - Miracle's Path and Journey's Continuation

    S1:E25

    Elsa's plan succeeds. After Bishop Mendez and the men from Enberch witness the miracle, they leave the village of Tereo alone. Shortly thereafter, Lawrence and Holo plan to continue their journey...

    Directors:Shunichi Kato, Mitsuki Kitamura, Takashi Ikehata, Hito Tadano, Hiroto Miyagi
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  6. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 9 - Sweet Honey and Bitter Armor
    8.1/10(95 votes)

    #6 - Sweet Honey and Bitter Armor

    S1:E9

    Lawrence is ready to sell the armor for a great profit and Holo wants her peaches. But when things don't go to plan, will either get what they want?

    Director:Hiroki Moritomo
    Writer:Ko Nekota

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  7. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 24 - Path of the Snake God and Answer of the Wise Wolf
    8.1/10(71 votes)

    #7 - Path of the Snake God and Answer of the Wise Wolf

    S1:E24

    Lawrence, Evan, and Elsa manage to escape from the village on Holo's back. As they take a rest, they observe men from Enberch heading towards Tereo...

    Directors:Tatsuya Hagino, Hito Tadano, Miki Sorakubo, Vu Ngoc Tram
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  8. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 6 - Merchant and Unreasonable God
    8.0/10(118 votes)

    #8 - Merchant and Unreasonable God

    S1:E6

    Holo and Lawrence are trapped in the tunnels below the city, with hunters searching for them in all directions. When danger comes, how far will they go to protect each other?

    Director:Shunichi Kato
    Writer:Tatsuhiko Urahata

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  9. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 10 - Wisdom of a Wolf and Smooth Talk of a Merchant
    8.0/10(91 votes)

    #9 - Wisdom of a Wolf and Smooth Talk of a Merchant

    S1:E10

    Desperate for money, the wise Wolf proposes a dangerous new plan. But even more dangerous are Holo's emotions, when Lawrence is being rather dense...

    Director:Haruka Yabuuchi
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  10. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 22 - Church Teachings and Memories of Father
    8.0/10(67 votes)

    #10 - Church Teachings and Memories of Father

    S1:E22

    Meeting with Elsa in the church, Lawrence and Holo are able to learn the truth about Father Franz's studies as Elsa reveals a hidden secret of the church, and the true location of the Abbey.

    Directors:Shunichi Kato, Hiroki Moritomo, Tatsuya Hagino, Hito Tadano
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  11. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 4 - Romantic Merchant and Moonlit Farewell
    7.9/10(136 votes)

    #11 - Romantic Merchant and Moonlit Farewell

    S1:E4

    Lawrence has figured out the truth behind the silver scheme, and how to profit from it, but in doing so he has made some dangerous enemies. Meanwhile, Holo and Lawrence discuss his grand plans for the future.

    Director:Shunichi Kato
    Writer:Tatsuhiko Urahata

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  12. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 8 - Fellow Traveler and Foreboding News
    7.9/10(98 votes)

    #12 - Fellow Traveler and Foreboding News

    S1:E8

    Our travelers encounter a shepherd along the road. Can the Wise Wolf hold back against an enemy of wolves long enough for Lawrence to build more contacts?

    Director:Yuta Kida
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  13. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 7 - Scale of God and Sorcerer of the Grasslands
    7.8/10(102 votes)

    #13 - Scale of God and Sorcerer of the Grasslands

    S1:E7

    Lawrence and Holo continue on to the next city to sell the pepper and pick up their next goods on the long journey north. Holo puts her nose to good use, once again.

    Director:Tatsuya Hagino
    Writer:Ko Nekota

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  14. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 13 - Supper of Three and Afternoon of Two
    7.8/10(84 votes)

    #14 - Supper of Three and Afternoon of Two

    S1:E13

    Holo, Lawrence, and Nora sit down for a much deserved meal, but Holo's not her usual self. Holo remembers the past and contemplates the future...

    Directors:Mitsuki Kitamura, Takashi Ikehata
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  15. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 18 - Goods of Intent and Negotiation of Resolve
    7.8/10(77 votes)

    #15 - Goods of Intent and Negotiation of Resolve

    S1:E18

    Lawrence seeks help from Mr. Batos to acquire pyrite from the alchemists. When he speaks with Diana, she makes him an offer...

    Director:Shunichi Kato
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  16. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 23 - Orchestrated Catastrophe and Appropriate Retribution
    7.8/10(67 votes)

    #16 - Orchestrated Catastrophe and Appropriate Retribution

    S1:E23

    Lawrence and Holo are being used as scapegoats because a person in Enberch died from poisoned wheat from the village of Tereo. How can the two get themselves out of this trap?

    Director:Cheng Xingfu
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  17. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 1 - The Harvest Festival and the Crowded Driver's Box
    7.7/10(186 votes)

    #17 - The Harvest Festival and the Crowded Driver's Box

    S1:E1

    An old tale from long ago, that began in a village far, far away. There, a wolf brought bountiful harvests of wheat for an exceedingly long time, until memories of the wolf became antiquated stories. What then, was left for the wolf to do?

    Director:Mitsuki Kitamura
    Writer:Tatsuhiko Urahata

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  18. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 14 - New Town and Nostalgic Feeling
    7.7/10(84 votes)

    #18 - New Town and Nostalgic Feeling

    S1:E14

    Lawrence and Holo continue their long journey north, reaching the town of Kumerson, where they see the first northern pagans of their journey.

    Director:Tatsuya Hagino
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  19. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 15 - Bird Feather and Mysterious Ore
    7.7/10(80 votes)

    #19 - Bird Feather and Mysterious Ore

    S1:E15

    With no real information on how to get to Yoitsu, Lawrence uses all his resources to find more information. Will pagan stories of the North yield any clues?

    Director:Yuta Kida
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  20. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 2 - Mischievous Wolf and No Laughing Matter
    7.6/10(150 votes)

    #20 - Mischievous Wolf and No Laughing Matter

    S1:E2

    Lawrence and Holo stay overnight in the town where they sell the furs. As Lawrence learns more about Holo, Holo learns about the current state of the Church and shares her own wisdom.

    Director:Akifumi Komori
    Writer:Tatsuhiko Urahata

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  21. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 3 - Port Town and Sweet Temptation
    7.6/10(144 votes)

    #21 - Port Town and Sweet Temptation

    S1:E3

    After arriving in the great merchant city of Pazzio, Lawrence teaches Holo more about the many kinds of currency in use. Then the Wise Wolf earns her keep - and her title - by demonstrating her bargaining skills.

    Director:Tatsuya Hagino
    Writer:Tatsuhiko Urahata

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  22. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 5 - Wolf Incarnate and Obedient Lamb
    7.6/10(121 votes)

    #22 - Wolf Incarnate and Obedient Lamb

    S1:E5

    Lawrence reveals Holo's secret to the manager of Milone Trading Company to gain their help in securing Holo's escape. For merchants, money comes first, so why has Medio Trading captured Holo at all? Lawrence must outthink politics to save Holo.

    Director:Haruka Yabuuchi
    Writer:Tatsuhiko Urahata

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  23. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 17 - Traveling Merchant's Shallow Thinking and Town Merchant's Signboard
    7.6/10(79 votes)

    #23 - Traveling Merchant's Shallow Thinking and Town Merchant's Signboard

    S1:E17

    Lawrence tries to persuade Amati into a special deal. This could determine the outcome of their agreement...

    Director:Satoshi Saga
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  24. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 20 - Church Girl and Miller Boy
    7.6/10(72 votes)

    #24 - Church Girl and Miller Boy

    S1:E20

    With a load of flour, Holo and Lawrence head deeper into the north, arriving at the town of Tereo, searching for an abbey with information on Holo's home.

    Directors:Tatsuya Hagino, Hito Tadano, Satoshi Saga, Miki Sorakubo, Vu Ngoc Tram
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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  25. Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF Season 1 Episode 21 - Pagan Village and Priest's Contract
    7.5/10(70 votes)

    #25 - Pagan Village and Priest's Contract

    S1:E21

    A friendly evening of drinking at the tavern reveals the true beliefs of the villagers, but how are they able to live so comfortably with the church bearing down on them? Lawrence investigates further, and Holo identifies a miracle she'd like to perform.

    Director:Mitsutaka Noshitani
    Writer:Yukito Kizawa

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Best Episodes Summary

"God's Unseen Hand and Wolf's Unseen Heart" is the best rated episode of "Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF". It scored 8.3/10 based on 82 votes. Directed by Hiroki Moritomo, Tatsuya Hagino, Takashi Ikehata, Hito Tadano, Li Qichang and written by Yukito Kizawa, it aired on 8/13/2024. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Forest of Wolves and Frigid Rain".