The End Of An Epic: Seven Deadly Sins' Conclusion

The Japanese fantasy manga series The Seven Deadly Sins came to an end in 2020, with the release of its final chapter, Chapter 346, published by Kodansha Comics. The series, written and illustrated by Nakaba Suzuki, was first serialized in Kodansha's Weekly Shonen Magazine in October 2012. It follows a group of knights, the Seven Deadly Sins, who are framed for plotting a coup against the Liones Kingdom. The anime adaptation of the manga concluded with its final season, Dragon's Judgement, in June 2021. The ending brought resolution to the characters' arcs, with Meliodas and Elizabeth finally able to share a life together, and the other Sins going their separate ways.

Escanor's ending and tragic death

Escanor, the Lion Sin of Pride, is the only member of the Seven Deadly Sins who does not survive until the end of the series. In the manga, Escanor dies in the final showdown against the Demon King. Escanor's body is unable to withstand the power of Sunshine, which he uses to its maximum capacity to defeat the Demon King. This power uses up all of Escanor's life force, causing his body to turn to ash.

In the anime, Escanor survives the final battle against the Demon King. Escanor, along with some of the other Sins, is sent to the spirit world by Gowther to encourage Meliodas, who is fighting the Demon King for control of his body. Their presence and support are all Meliodas needs to gather his strength and defeat the Demon King from the inside.

Escanor's death is considered tragic, as he had never felt like he belonged anywhere until he joined the Seven Deadly Sins. He sacrifices his life for his treasured companions and professes his love for Merlin, knowing that it is not reciprocated. Escanor is a fan-favourite character, and his death comes as a big blow to many.

Hawk's journey to Purgatory

In the anime adaptation of The Seven Deadly Sins, Hawk, a talking pig and honorary member of the titular group, embarks on a journey to Purgatory. This journey takes place after the members of the Seven Deadly Sins go their separate ways, following the conclusion of the Holy War.

Purgatory, in the context of the series, is a nightmarish dimension situated between the afterlife and the living realm. The conditions in Purgatory are extremely harsh and unbearable for mortals, who would not survive for long if they ventured there. Even powerful characters like Merlin's father aged several decades in just one minute within Purgatory.

Hawk, originally born in Purgatory, possesses resilience and survival skills that allow him to navigate this treacherous realm. He is a Purgatory creature that resembles a pig, with brown colouring in the manga and black colouring in the anime.

During his journey, Hawk endures the extreme conditions of Purgatory, including intense heat and freezing cold. He eventually succeeds in locating his brother, Wild, and the two talking pigs share an emotional reunion.

Gowther's path to self-discovery

Gowther, the Goat's Sin of Lust, is revealed to be a doll created by a powerful wizard in the form of his old lover. Gowther is a former member of the Ten Commandments, serving as his creator's proxy. His Sacred Treasure is the Twin Bow, Herritt, which he uses with his inherent power, Invasion. Gowther is shown to be completely unaware of others' feelings and has difficulty understanding the meaning of friendship. Despite his title, he is not lustful in the conventional sense; his title likely refers to his lust for knowledge.

Gowther's past is revealed through flashbacks and his memories. He was created by a powerful mage in the image of his creator's deceased lover, Glariza. To prevent himself from having sexual desires towards his creation, the wizard made Gowther male. Gowther was originally emotional and playful but became overwhelmed by the idea of being alone, leading to his present emotionless state.

After regaining his memories and emotions, Gowther's personality becomes a mix of his younger self and his present self. He expresses more affection, picks up on social cues, and strives to be kinder. Gowther's relationship with the other Deadly Sins also evolves as he integrates his newfound emotions. He becomes closer to Diane, who helps guide him down the right path, and his friendship with Hawk becomes less strained and more genuine.

Gowther's self-discovery is a journey of understanding emotions, social connections, and his own past. By the end of the series, he has grown and developed as a character, integrating his newfound emotions and knowledge into his personality.

Merlin and Arthur's new kingdom

Merlin is a close companion of Arthur's, and in some versions of the story, acts as his advisor and mentor. In the end, Merlin revives Arthur as the King of Chaos, and the two set off to build a new kingdom.

In some versions of the story, Merlin is portrayed as a villain, and his prophetic abilities are de-emphasized. In others, he is a wise old man with a long white beard, creating a modern wizard archetype.

In the BBC television series "Merlin", Merlin is a young warlock who arrives in the kingdom of Camelot and becomes Arthur's manservant. Over time, the two become trusted friends and companions, with Merlin using his powers to protect Arthur.

King and Diane's wedding

The wedding itself is a beautiful and emotional affair, with King and Diane exchanging heartfelt vows in front of their loved ones. King, the current King of the Fairy Clan, is described as feeling nervous but overjoyed to be marrying the love of his life. He chooses Ban as his best man, which comes as no surprise to those in attendance. Diane, the Serpent's Sin of Envy and a member of the Giant Clan, is a vision of beauty in her wedding gown, with her maid of honor, Elizabeth, by her side.

The ceremony is filled with tender moments, including a deep kiss between the couple before the priest can finish pronouncing them husband and wife. The reception is a joyous celebration, with congratulations and well-wishes from their friends. The couple is also surprised by the appearance of Elaine, who they thought had died, adding to the happiness of the occasion.

King and Diane's relationship has been a long and complex journey, filled with ups and downs. They first met when Diane found an injured King lying unconscious on a riverbank and nursed him back to health. King, who had lost his memories, spent the next five hundred years by Diane's side, playing with and protecting her. However, when King regained his memories, he had to leave Diane, erasing her memories of their time together. Despite this, Diane eventually regained her memories and fell in love with King once more.

Their wedding marks a new chapter in their story, as they start their lives together as husband and wife, surrounded by their loved ones. It is a fitting conclusion to their relationship, which has endured many challenges and trials throughout the series.

The "Seven Deadly Sins" series comes to a satisfying conclusion, with the characters finding resolution and happiness. King and Diane's wedding is a highlight, providing a heartwarming moment for fans who have followed their journey.

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