Danmachi season 5 episode 7: Ryu and Anya plunge into despair as Freya brings back Syr

Danmachi season 5 episode 7, titled Separated (Loneliness), was released on November 14, 2024, on ABEMA Premium in Japan. The episode saw Goddess Freya reveal Syr's actual identity to Anya and Ryu, as she transformed into her persona. Unfortunately, the harsh truth broke Anya and plunged Ryu into despair.

Goddess Freya had no intention to hurt them, but she knew it was inevitable. She also made a proposal to Ryu that they could share their love with Bell. However, Ryu blatantly rejected Freya's offer, which only brought pain to her. Danmachi season 5 episode 7 also showed the Syr persona bringing pain to Freya.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from Danmachi season 5 episode 7.

Danmachi season 5 episode 7: Ryu learns about Freya's charm from Alfi, Hestia goes to Ouranos

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

Danmachi season 5 episode 7 begins with Ryu regaining consciousness in a dim-lit cottage room. As soon as she wakes up, she notices Alfi standing beside her. The elf girl asks Alfi about their current whereabouts. Alfi reveals they are in the town of Agris. She fled Orario with Ryu under orders from Hermes.

Suddenly, Ryu recalls her last encounter with Ottarl, and how she jumped in front of the adventurer to save Bell. She panics and feels they must hurry up and reach Orario as soon as possible. However, Alfi informs her that Goddess Freya has already taken over Orario with her charm ability.

Since everyone in Orario has fallen under the Goddess of Beauty's control, Alfi feels they must proceed with caution. Ryu realizes they mustn't rush and apologizes to Alfi for shouting at her earlier. Alfi doesn't mind since she would have done the same if she were alone.

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

At any rate, she plans to return to Orario with Ryu once they are fully prepared. Alfi adds that their first step should be to gather intel. Following that, Danmachi season 5 episode 7 switches to Ouranos's chamber, where Hestia has arrived with the hope to join hands with the Ancient God.

She is delighted to learn that Ouranos hasn't fallen victim to Freya's charms. Hestia almost tells Ouranos about Hermes's note, but he quickly stops her from spilling the beans, reminding her that the walls have ears and eyes. Ouranos refers to Fels, who has been charmed by Freya's spell.

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

Eventually, Ouranos tells Hestia to return home. When Hestia refuses to listen, Ouranos reminds her that Orario is already well into the Fall season. Since the weather has gotten colder than usual, he plans to ensure that plenty of firewood is prepared. Ouranos tells Fels to tell Hermes and his children to distribute all the firewood this year.

Even though it's a job that the Ganesha Familia handles every year, Ouranos feels they must be busy with Freya's tasks. Fels understands God's logic and accepts his request. Ouranos once again tells Hestia to return and she finally listens.

Danmachi season 5 episode 7: Bell Cranel earns Van's respect, Hedin puts Bell through an intense training

Freya at Folkvangr (Image via J.C.Staff)

Following that, the narrative for Danmachi season 5 episode 7 switches to Folkvangr, where the Gulliver brothers report to Freya about Bell Cranel's status at the Familia. They mention how they have thoroughly established Bell's position within the Familia. At the same time, they plan on maintaining constant surveillance to ensure the risk factors are eradicated.

Besides, the Gulliver brothers inform Freya that they have polished Bell's fighting prowess better than before. Freya approves of it and tells them to keep it up. She also wants them to give Bell enough freedom, and yet keep guards and observers on his tail, in case something goes wrong.

During the meeting, Hedin Selland informs Freya that Bell once asked about Syr, and he told him that he knew no girl of such name. Freya tells Hedin to maintain that false narrative. Besides that, Hedin urges Freya to let him train Bell. He believes he can bring out the boy's true potential. The Goddess of Beauty accepts the elf's request.

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

Danmachi season 5 episode 7 then shows Bell Cranel going through intense training under Hedin Selland, who pushes him to his extreme limits. After the morning's training, Bell Cranel is seen dining with Van and other members of the Freya Familia. Van gives Bell some valuable input on fighting. He feels anyone who can keep up with Hedin and others deserves some respect.

At night, Bell goes to Freya's room. Seeing him down, Freya implores her to undergo the curse removal treatment. In her mind, Freya feels she can finally subdue Bell if she can get him to acknowledge that his memories are the result of a curse. That way, she can weaken his Liaris Freese skill's effect, which prevents her from charming him.

However, Bell says she doesn't need the treatment for now. Sometime after, Ottarl arrives at Freya's room once she's alone. He reveals that Allen has been keeping an eye on the tavern. According to his intel, Mia hasn't done anything, but there's no sign of Ryu. Freya is sure that Ryu must have fled outside the city with one of Hermes's children. Yet, she knows the elf girl will eventually return.

Danmachi season 5 episode 7: Freya turns into Syr and reveals the truth to Anya and Ryu

Anya, as seen in Danmachi season 5 episode 7 (Image via J.C.Staff)

The narrative for Danmachi season 5 episode 7 shifts to the tavern, where Anya appears dejected. Although she remembers Syr, she is aghast to find out that her other friends don't. Interestingly, Mama Mia still remembers Syr. She tells her that Goddess Freya has wiped out Syr. Anya doesn't want to accept it, so she runs away from the tavern.

While running away from the tavern, Anya comes across his elder brother, Allen, who brings her to Goddess Freya. Anya enquires to Freya about Syr and what she has done to her. Just then in Danmachi season 5 episode 7, Goddess Freya transforms into her Syr persona and shocks Anya.

She can't believe that Syr was Freya all along. Anya's world shatters, as she plunges into despair. Just then, Ryu comes out of hiding and faces Freya, who is wearing her Syr persona. During their exchange, Freya tells Ryu that Syr has always been a fun escape for her. Since being a Goddess was boring, she decided to have fun playing with the children.

However, she assures Ryu that her feelings are genuine. However, Ryu rejects Freya as Syr and refuses to accept it. Just then in Danmachi season 5 episode 7, Freya uses her charm to subdue Ryu momentarily. After freeing her from her charm, she asks Ryu whether she would be willing to share Bell with him.

Freya makes an offer to Ryu (Image via J.C.Staff)

She is even open to Ryu and Bell having a baby. Freya's offer nauseates Ryu, who immediately rejects such an offer. Freya is slightly disappointed, even though she knew it would end in such a way. She turns Ryu unconscious and tells Allen to bring her to Folkvangr. Freya doesn't want to charm Ryu, as she's too sentimental to defile her soul.

As per their promise, Freya leaves Anya in Allen's hands. As Anya regains consciousness, Allen strictly tells him not to interfere, or else he will raze the tavern to the ground. Anya, whose entire world has turned upside down, can only wail with the rain defeaning her voice. Meanwhile, Alfi feels helpless with Ryu gone. She wonders whether there's no one left on her side.

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

Following that, the narrative for Danmachi season 5 episode 7 switches to Freya's room, where she is seen with Bell Cranel. The boy looks at Freya and asks if something bad has happened to her. When Freya asks why, Bell says she seems slightly depressed.

He even offers to lend a ear, if the Goddess wishes so. Freya tells Bell that she has fought with someone she considers a friend and hurt them. She feels it's hopeless to patch things up. Even though Freya knows she should apologize, she can't because her heart is set on something she wants above all else.

Bell asks if she can't pick it up no matter what she has cast aside. He further tells Freya that once someone picks up what they have left behind, they gradually learn to treasure it even more than before. Bell's words touch Freya's heart, as she confesses her feelings to him.

Freya, as seen depressed (Image via J.C.Staff)

However, Bell's unusual response amuses Freya, who can only laugh. She further tells him how much she adores him. Just then in Danmachi season 5 episode 7, Bell Cranel instinctively addresses Freya as Syr. Freya is shocked but quickly regains composure.

As Bell leaves, she opens a drawer and picks up the ornament she (as Syr) kept as a memento. Outside the room, Horn feels Freya's distress, since she shares her consciousness. Just then, Hedin appears and asks Horn what's wrong. She leaves the scene, leaving Hedin behind. Danmachi season 5 episode 7 ends with Hedin Selland wishing to remain a loyal servant till the end.

Conclusion

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

Danmachi season 5 episode 7 was more mellowed than the previous installments, focusing on Freya's Syr persona and her feelings in general. She finally reveals the truth about Syr to Anya and Ryu, who are devastated. Freya knew it was bound to happen, but still, she chose to hurt he "friends."

In the end, the episode shows Freya remembering the time she spent as Syr with Bell since she still keeps the ornament with her. Overall, the episode perfectly embodied Freya's feelings and her relationship with Ryu and Anya.