Danmachi season 5 episode 12: Release date and time, where to watch, and more

Danmachi season 5 episode 12 has been delayed infinitely due to production issues. It was set to be released on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at 10 pm JST on ABEMA Premium in Japan. Simultaneously, the episode will stream on HIDIVE for the global fans. After its early release, the episode will be broadcast on Tokyo MX, ABEMA's non-premium channel, and BS11 on December 28, 2024, at 12:30 am JST.

In the previous episode, the allied army responded to Freya Familia's offensive strategy, which turned the Hide-and-Seek game into an all-out war. The Freya Familia executives, including Heith Velvet, demonstrated their powers to corner the allied forces. On the other hand, Ottar beat Bell Cranel to a pulp. Considering how the episode ended, fans can't wait to see what happens next in Danmachi season 5 episode 12.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from Danmachi light novels.

Danmachi season 5 episode 12 release date and time

Hedin Selland in the anime (Image via J.C.Staff)

According to the anime's official site and the original release schedule, Danmachi season 5 episode 12 was supposed to be released on December 26, 2024, at 10 pm JST on ABEMA Premium. However, recent news have shown an indefinite delay.

A special program will premiere on Tokyo MX and BS11 channels at ͏24͏:30 JST (effectively Saturday͏, 12:30 ͏a.m.). the AT-X channel will air the ͏special on December 30. Meanwhile, ͏the ABEMA streaming service ͏will host a marathon replay of the first͏ 11 episodes, starting͏ December ͏27, ͏2͏024 at 6:30͏ p.m. ͏and ͏concluding the next day at͏ 7:00 p.m.

Here are the release dates and timings as per the previous release date for Danmachi season 5 episode 12, according to their corresponding time zones:

Time Zones	Date	Time
Pacific Daylight Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	6 AM
Central Standard Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	8 AM
Eastern Daylight Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	9 AM
Brazil Standard Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	10 AM
British Summer Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	2 PM
Central European Summer Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	3 PM
Indian Standard Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	6:30 PM
Philippines Standard Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	9 PM
Australian Central Daylight Time	Thursday, December 26, 2024	10:30 PM

Where to watch Danmachi season 5 episode 12?

Goddess Freya in the anime (Image via J.C.Staff)

Anime lovers residing in Japan can watch Danmachi season 5 episode 12 on ABEMA Premium ahead of its television broadcast on Tokyo MX, BS11, and ABEMA (non-premium) channels.

International fans from the USA, Canada, the UK, Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia can enjoy watching Danmachi season 5 episode 12 on HIDIVE. Additionally, anime enthusiasts from selected regions can watch the episode on Bilibili, Aniplus TV, Bahamut Anime Crazy, and Aniplus Asia.

Danmachi season 5 episode 11 recap

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The episode kicks off with the allied army following Liliruca's strategy to scout the Freya Familia members in their territory. However, after traveling halfway through their territory, the scout teams find no one. Liliruca wonders whether they are being lured into a trap.

Just then, Luvis's team informs Liliruca that every member of the Freya Familia is stationed on the island's west side. Daphne, Cassandra, Welf, and others wonder what's going on. They also learn that Goddess Freya is in the shrine on the far west side.

Finn, who is watching the War Game's live broadcast, feels it's a fascinating strategy by the Freya Familia members. Hermes also feels the same, as Freya Familia's strategy changes the Hide-and-Seek format to an all-out war. Liliruca as the commander wonders what she must do.

Liliruca in the episode (Image via J.C.Staff)

Just then, Bell Cranel communicates to her that everything will be fine. Bell's words instill Lily with confidence as she restructures the army. She forms three teams with their respective leaders while instructing Luvis to lead a hit-and-run squadron.

Hedin Selland commends Liliruca's strategy. He informs his troops to take their corner and prepare for the offensive front. The allied force charges at the Freya Familia with the Crozzo magic swords. Even though they defeat a wave of Einherjars, Heith's healing spell rejuvenates them.

Mord and others then attack Heith, who survives thanks to her auto-healing ability. Following that, she showcases her strength to overwhelm Mord's team. Elsewhere, Hogni uses Dainsleif against Tsubaki and her team. The spell alters his personality and turns him into a battle-frenzy adventurer.

Hogni in the episode (Image via J.C.Staff)

Haruhime keeps the invisibility cloak on and continuously boosts her fellow adventures' level. However, no one stands a chance against the Freya Familia's combined strength. Allen spars with Welf, while the Gulliver brothers take on Aishia's team. The allied army realizes their forces are being depleted.

Meanwhile, Bell Cranel is seen charging in Goddess Freya's direction. However, he knows he has to fight Ottar, the Freya Familia's strongest personnel. He plans to defeat him with a fully charged Argonaut. Yet, before he can battle Ottar, Van comes in.

Bell Cranel, who has become stronger than Van, defeats him with a single strike. Just then, Ottar arrives at the scene. He allows Bell Cranel a chance to show him his full strength. Bell accepts the challenge and hits Ottar with a five-minute charged Argo Vesta.

Ottar in the episode (Image via J.C.Staff)

Ottar uses Hildis Vini to counter it. Interestingly, Bell's Argo Vesta doesn't do much damage to Ottar. However, he still commends Bell and acknowledges his strength. After that, he charges at Bell with brute force. The boy stands no chance against Ottar, who bludgeons him to the ground.

Eina cries seeing Bell in a tattered state, while Asfi leaves for somewhere. The episode ends with Ottar urging Bell to get up and show why he's worth Goddess Freya's love.

What to expect in Danmachi season 5 episode 12? (speculative)

Ryu, as seen in the anime (Image via J.C.Staff)

Danmachi season 5 episode 12 is titled Inheritance: Astrea Record. The episode will likely show Goddess Freya urging her children to finish the war as quickly as possible. Her Familia's top executives will continue to show despair to the allied forces.

However, as evident from the title, Danmachi season 5 episode 12 will mark the return of Ryu. She will demonstrate her new powers and turn the tide of the War Game in the allied army's favor.