Among the many possible ways to resolve these storylines, Zestiria picked one of the best. Instead of stating that there is only one way-Sorey’s-for dealing with evil, Rose’s methods are simply called out as the wrong solution for the current situation. I especially liked how Rose actually defeated Konan herself with no help from Sorey-beyond his rescue during the fall-and how Rose’s assassination moonlighting built upon Sorey’s struggle with moral ambiguity rather than being abandoned immediately for a “see? Sorey is right!” conclusion. She may have successfully killed Konan-we actually got an answer for that critical hit “miss” too-but Rose discovered that her methods are imperfect for dealing with challenges literally beyond her comprehension. Rose too was well handled here, where she doesn’t renege on her beliefs, but instead questions them and asks how they can fit in this new world open to her.
Having Sorey publically state his realization of Malevolence inhabiting everyone is a notable development, especially his initial avoidance of purification in the forest-the old Sorey likely would have tried given his then absolutist beliefs.
This was the Sorey I was expecting, the questioning Shepherd newly aware of the messy intricacies of the world and how he must learn to account for them. He never once directly questioned Rose’s actions, instead allowing her to speak, answering her questions without any arrogance, and simply stating his beliefs upon prodding as an alternative to Rose’s way of life. Sorey of course stuck hard to his “killing is always bad” mantra, but was quite considerate, thoughtful, and mature.
Given the numerous ways this episode could have gone wrong, I’m pleasantly surprised how Sorey’s and Rose’s denouement was handled.
With Sorey not falling into the pitfall of saving Rose from a certain kill, Zestiria has provided a decent conclusion for one character’s arc. “Justice at Hand rather than Ideal beyond One’s Reach”Ĭan I breathe a sigh of relief? I think I can breathe a sigh of relief. 「届かない理想より目の前の正義」 ( Todokanai risou yori me no mae no seigi)
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