Danmachi season 5 episode 2: Bell Cranel goes on a date with Syr after intense training under Hedin

Danmachi season 5 episode 2, titled Master, was released on October 10, 2024, on ABEMA Premium in Japan. The episode saw Hedin Selland force Bell Cranel to accept Syr's date proposal. Additionally, he put the boy under intense training to become the ideal date for Syr.

Following Hedin's instructions, Bell Cranel led Syr on the date at the Goddess Festival and spent a memorable time together. The main highlight of Danmachi season 5 episode 2 was how J.C.Staff captured the iconic moments from Fujino Omori's light novels, showcasing the unique chemistry between Bell and Syr.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from Danmachi season 5 episode 2.

Danmachi season 5 episode 2: Hedin puts Bell Cranel on a grueling training ahead of the date with Syr

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

Danmachi season 5 episode 2 begins with Ottarl asking Goddess Freya whether she's competing with Syr to see whom Bell Cranel will choose. Freya says there wasn't much she could do after Syr had admitted her feelings for Bell. While the Goddess finds it surprising, she knows it will be a huge gamble for Syr. As such, she thinks it's fair to give her a chance.

Freya then asks whose side Ottarl is on. The devoted warrior doesn't hesitate to say everything he does is for the Goddess. After the opening credits, Danmachi season 5 episode 2 switches to a scene featuring Bell and Hedin. The elven mage brings Bell to a cafe to interrogate him about his plans with Syr.

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

He makes it clear that Bell has no right to refuse Syr. Rather, he should be weeping in joy and honored to receive the date's proposal. Hedin Selland gives Bell Cranel two choices: either bestow Syr with the greatest happiness the world has ever known or continue to bring her joy every day for the rest of her life.

Besides that, the elven adventurer threatens to kill Bell and every other member of the Hestia Familia, should he refuse Syr's offer. Even though Bell says he already has someone he loves, Hedin feels he must forget everyone, as he only needs his eyes for Syr.

Bell Cranel in the episode (Image via J.C.Staff)

As such, the boy is forced to accept Syr's proposal. Meanwhile, Hedin Selland feels Bell lacks manners, intellect, eloquence, or the planning ability to lead Syr on a date. With him lacking in every aspect, Hedin decides to give Bell a total overhaul.

Thus begins Bell Cranel's hellish torture under Hedin Selland, who puts the boy through all sorts of intense training regimes in Danmachi season 5 episode 2. Meanwhile, the Hestia Familia receives a letter from Bell, who informs them that he has agreed to go on a date with Syr for Familia's safety. He also adds a "help me" at the end.

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

Hestia becomes furious as she can't imagine what Bell must be going through. Meanwhile, Bell's training with Hedin goes day and night with no breaks. The elven adventurer fixes the boy's posture, improves his eloquence, and does everything to make him appear like a gentleman. Gradually, Bell begins to call Hedin his Master.

However, the training changes Bell, as he appears more sauve toward the ladies in the dungeon. Yet, when he fumbles at the end, Hedin discharges his lighting on Bell, feeling he has more room for improvement. Eventually, Hedin gives Bell a mission.

Cassandra becomes embarrassed (Image via J.C.Staff)

He informs him about a dessert known as the Hyper Dungeon Tapioca Deluxe Sandwich, which is only available to couples irrespective of gender. So, Bell has to persuade the next lady he comes across and purchase the dish with her. By a stroke of luck, he meets Cassandra, who also wants to buy the same dish.

Danmachi season 5 episode 2 then shows Bell Cranel surprising Cassandra with his new charm. Seeing a new side to Bell, Cassandra's face turns red and she eventually faints. Hedin, who monitors Bell's progress from afar, feels it's still not enough for good practice.

Danmachi season 5 episode 2: Bell finally goes on a date with Syr

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

Elsewhere in Danmachi season 5 episode 2, Ryu becomes absent-minded while working at Mama Mia's tavern. Mama Mia lightly scolds the elf girl and brings up how she couldn't stop Syr from taking leave on the Goddess Festival with others (the Freya Familia members) looking out for her.

Meanwhile, Anya, Chloe, and Lunor discuss how they can take some time off to enjoy the Goddess Festival since Mama Mia hasn't given them leave. Anya feels they must find some scapegoats, and interestingly, she has perfect candidates.

Following that, Danmachi season 5 episode 2 time-skips to Demeter commencing the Goddess Festival. Bell Cranel appears in a stylish gentleman-like outfit, while Syr adorns a beautiful white dress. The boy takes the lead and extends his hand to Syr.

Bell Cranel leads the date in Danmachi season 5 episode 2 (Image via J.C.Staff)

Meanwhile, Goddess Hestia and others from her Familia are forced to work at the tavern as a favor to Anya and others since they helped them during the rescue mission in the dungeon's deep floors. However, the Goddess breaks dishes and makes a mess of everything.

Elsewhere in Danmachi season 5 episode 2, Bell Cranel leads the date with finesse, following Hedin Selland's intense lessons. Seeing Bell in such a charming mood, Syr feels pleasantly embarrassed. Hedin Selland observes them from afar and feels the boy hasn't failed to meet expectations.

At that moment, Allen Fromel from the Freya Familia appears and tells Hedin about the other escorts, observing Syr and Bell with heated eyes. Meanwhile, Syr feels Bell has become too meticulous about the date. Although she loves it, the boy's behavior leaves her conflicted.

During their date in Danmachi season 5 episode 2, Bell and Syr come across Ais Wallenstein, who becomes slightly jealous to see them together. Shortly after that, Goddess Hestia appears in an apron and asks Ais whether she has seen Bell and Syr.

It is revealed that the other staff at the tavern has kicked her out for causing too much trouble. Hestia makes a coordinated front with Ais, as she feels they need to work together to bring back Bell. Following that, Danmachi season 5 episode 2 shifts the focus to Bell and Syr in a narrow alley.

Syr finally learns from Bell about the training he has gone through under Hedin and becomes slightly angry. However, she promises to forgive the boy if he agrees to make one of her dreams come true. Danmachi season 5 episode 2 sees Syr asking Bell to abduct him.

Syr asks Bell for a favor (Image via J.C.Staff)

Since she doesn't get time to try and be herself with so many watchful eyes from the Freya Familia members on her, Syr wants Bell to take her away, as the White Knight does for the Princess in the fairy tales.

The girl wants the freedom to explore and enjoy all sorts of things. Danmachi season 5 episode 2 ends with Syr asking Bell if he can do it for her.

Conclusion

Danmachi season 5 episode 2 has nicely set up the narrative for the future episodes, with Bell and Syr's date. The major highlight of the episode was Bell going through Hedin Selland's training and developing a charming personality.

Like the previous installment, the episode was a light-hearted one, with plenty of emphasis on the slice-of-life moments.