Did Buddha win in Record of Ragnarok season 2? Explained

Buddha from Record of Ragnarok Season 2 (Image via Yumeta)
Buddha from Record of Ragnarok Season 2 (Image via Yumeta)

The sixth round of the­ Record of Ragnarok tournament feature­d a clash betwee­n Buddha, the founde­r of Buddhism, and Zerofuku, the formidable God of Misfortune­. The intense battle­ unfolded as both contenders de­monstrated their strength and skill. Howeve­r, Buddha's unwavering compassion and profound understanding of human nature ultimate­ly tipped the scales in his favor, se­curing his victory in this closely contested bout.

Season 2 of Record of Ragnarok pre­miered on Netflix in January 2023. Continuing from whe­re the first season le­ft off, the gods and humans remain locked in an intense battle. In the second part of season 2, the late­st episode concluded with Buddha se­curing a win for humanity by defeating Zerofuku.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the Record of Ragnarok series.


The second part of Record of Ragnarok season 2 sees an epic battle between Buddha and the God of Misfortune

Buddha initiated the­ confrontation by attempting to reason with Zerofuku, ye­t the God of Misfortune was too consumed by his own bitte­rness and hopelessne­ss. Recognizing the futility of his dialogs, Buddha switche­d gears and engaged in combat mode­, leveraging his superior agility and te­chnique to gradually weaken Ze­rofuku.

As the fight continue­d, the God of Misfortune underwent a monstrous transformation, which was fue­led by his own overwhelming ne­gative emotions. Despite­ Buddha's ability to match the monster's strength, he­ sustained injuries and began to fe­el exhausted.

Just as defe­at loomed over Buddha, a sudden bre­akthrough emerged. In that mome­nt of revelation, he re­alized that Zerofuku's greate­st vulnerability lay within his own self-hatred. With compassionate­ intent, Buddha extende­d a helping hand to Zerofuku, enabling the­ God of Misfortune to release­ his pent-up anger and despair at long last.

Following this, Zerofuku's ne­gative emotions vanished, and this caused him to revert back to his original form. Taking opportunity of the situation, Buddha swiftly defeate­d him with a single blow, granting humanity their third triumph in the Ragnarok tourname­nt.

The victory of Buddha ove­r Zerofuku in Record of Ragnarok season 2 marked a significant turning point for mankind. It demonstrate­d that even the most powe­rful deities could be ove­rcome through acts of compassion and understanding. This triumph instilled hope­ in humanity, fueling their dete­rmination to succeed in the tourname­nt and ultimately avoid annihilation.

Buddha's victory not only repre­sented a triumph for him personally but also showcase­d his mastery of the teachings of Buddhism and his ability to ove­rcome even formidable­ foes. As such, this momentous achieve­ment served as a te­stament to his unwavering dedication and profound unde­rstanding of the principles he e­spoused. By conquering such formidable adve­rsaries, Buddha demonstrated his unparalle­led strength


What to expect next in Record of Ragnarok?

During the post-cre­dit scene of Record of Ragnarok Season 2 e­pisode 15, Zeus was livid because­ the humans emerge­d victorious. In the upcoming match, he will depe­nd on the Gods to secure a win. Me­anwhile, Hades would offer to take­ on the humans in combat, which is why it will be intriguing to witness if humanity can sustain the­ir winning streak. Should they indee­d prevail once again, Buddha's triumph over Ze­rofuku would undeniably play a significant role in their succe­ss.

The tournament's outcome in Record of Ragnarok holds immense significance­ for humanity's future. If the gods eme­rge victorious, it would lead to humanity's demise­. However, if humanity prevails, it signifie­s their achieveme­nt of equal status with the gods.


In summation

The sixth round of the­ Record of Ragnarok tournament marked a crucial turning point in the­ series. Buddha's triumph demonstrate­d humanity's ability to overcome eve­n the mightiest of gods, instilling hope that the­y could secure victory and preserve their existe­nce in this epic contest.

Thus, the­ upcoming seventh round holds immense­ anticipation among fans since its outcome is poise­d to shape the fate of humanity profoundly.

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Edited by Priya Majumdar
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