May I Ask for One Final Thing? [Season 1 Episode 12]

May I Ask for One Final Thing? Season 1 Episode 12: A Finale That Punches Above Its Weight

Let’s cut to the chase: if you’ve been riding with Scarlet’s chaotic journey all season, Episode 12 of May I Ask for One Final Thing? doesn’t just stick the landing—it slams it like one of her signature right hooks. The 2025 breakout hit, which has clung to Crunchyroll’s Top 10 U.S. rankings since its debut, wraps Season 1 with a finale that balances fist-pumping resolutions, gut-busting humor, and just enough setup for Season 2 to leave fans screaming for more.

First, let’s recap the chaos that brought us here. Scarlet, the “Mad Dog Princess” (as the nobles love to sneer), started the season by decking her abusive ex-fiancé Prince Kyle mid-ball—because why suffer in silence when you can deliver a knuckle sandwich? What followed was 11 episodes of her dismantling the kingdom’s toxic aristocracy: freeing enslaved beastkin, outsmarting corrupt slave traders, and even going toe-to-toe with a power-hungry isekai villainess (yes, you read that right). Episode 12? It’s the payoff we’ve all been waiting for.

The episode kicks off with Scarlet storming the royal palace to confront Kyle one last time. And let’s be real—this is the scene we’ve been meme-ing since Episode 1. Fans on MyAnimeList were losing it over her entrance: “When she kicked open the throne room doors and yelled, ‘I CAME FOR MY FINAL FAVOR,’ I screamed,” one user gushed. The fight that follows is pure anime gold: Scarlet dodges Kyle’s sad attempts at magic, delivers a uppercut that sends his crown flying, and ends it with a line that’s already a fan favorite: “You’re not a prince—you’re just a spoiled brat who never learned to take a punch.” It’s brutal, it’s satisfying, and it’s 100% Scarlet.

But the finale isn’t all punches. The writers take time to tie up emotional loose ends, too. Remember Nanaka, the beastkin slave Scarlet freed back in Episode 2? He’s now her loyal sidekick, and their scene together—where he hands her a handmade “victory” flower crown—had fans tearing up. “I didn’t expect to care this much about a cat-boy and his chaotic princess,” another viewer admitted. Even Julius, the “good” prince who’s been low-key crushing on Scarlet all season, gets a sweet moment: he finally confesses his feelings, but Scarlet just laughs and says, “Save it—next time, beat me in a spar first.” Classic Scarlet.

What makes this episode work so well is how it leans into the show’s secret weapon: its refusal to take itself too seriously. When Terenezza, the isekai villainess who’s been pulling strings all season, makes her final stand, she rants about “fixing” the kingdom with her “anime knowledge”—only for Scarlet to cut her off with a punch to the face. “The isekai twist could’ve been cringey, but they turned it into a joke that lands perfectly,” a MyAnimeList user noted. Terenezza’s last line—“This isn’t how the script goes!”—had the internet buzzing, with fans calling it “the funniest villain meltdown of the year.”

Of course, no finale is complete without a cliffhanger. As Scarlet walks away from the palace, a hooded figure approaches her and says, “Your fight’s not over—there’s a bigger threat coming.” Cue the Season 2 announcement text, and suddenly everyone’s speculating: Is it a new isekai baddie? A hidden faction of nobles? Or maybe even a dragon (please be a dragon)? The writers smartly leave enough breadcrumbs to keep us guessing, but not so many that it feels unresolved.

Let’s talk about the production value, too. The animation studio (who’ve kept quiet about their name, but let’s be real—they’re killing it) pulls out all the stops for the fight scenes. Scarlet’s punches have weight, the magic effects are flashy but not overdone, and the character designs—especially Scarlet’s signature red hair and Nanaka’s fluffy ears—are so vibrant they pop off the screen. The voice acting? Chef’s kiss. Scarlet’s VA nails her mix of toughness and dry humor, and Kyle’s whiny, entitled tone makes you want to punch him as much as she does.

So, who’s this finale for? If you love shonen-style action with a female lead who doesn’t need a man to save her, this is your jam. If you’re into isekai tropes but want them subverted (Terenezza is the villain, not the hero—genius), you’ll eat this up. And if you just want to watch a princess beat up bad guys while cracking jokes? May I Ask for One Final Thing? is your new obsession.

The numbers don’t lie: with a 7.5/10 IMDb rating and a spot in Crunchyroll’s Top 10, this show has struck a chord with viewers tired of generic isekais and damsels in distress. As one fan put it: “Scarlet isn’t a ‘strong female character’—she’s a character who’s strong, and that’s the difference.”

Season 2 can’t come soon enough. We need more of Scarlet’s chaotic energy, more of Nanaka’s cat-boy antics, and definitely more of her punching people who deserve it. Until then, we’ll be replaying Episode 12’s final scene—where Scarlet stands on the palace steps, flower crown on her head, and yells, “WHO’S NEXT?”—on loop.

Final verdict? Episode 12 is a masterclass in how to end a season: it gives fans what they want, teases what’s next, and leaves you with a smile on your face. If you haven’t watched May I Ask for One Final Thing? yet, what are you waiting for? Just don’t forget to bring popcorn—and maybe a stress ball (you’ll need it for the punches).

Rating: 9/10 — Would let Scarlet punch me (affectionate).