Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai Shite mo Yoroshii Deshou ka [Season 1 Episode 12]

Alright, let’s dive into the penultimate episode of Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai Shite mo Yoroshii Deshou ka—or as fans affectionately call it, “The One Where Scarlet Finally Gets to Punch a Prince.” If you’re here for high-stakes drama, over-the-top action, and a protagonist who solves 90% of her problems with a well-placed fist, you’re in the right place. Let’s break down why this episode had fans both cheering and facepalming (in the best way possible).

First off, let’s set the scene. For those who might have binged the series (no judgment—we’ve all been there), Scarlet El Vandimion is the “Mad Dog Noblewoman” with a punch stronger than a dragon’s roar and a zero-tolerance policy for nonsense. This episode throws her into a dungeon that’s basically a trap factory, but as one fan put it, “Scarlet took care of the traps like a boss.” Let’s be real—when has a dungeon ever stood a chance against someone who once punched a nobleman for calling her “unladylike”? Exactly. The traps were just an excuse for her to flex her “I don’t care, I’ll punch it” philosophy, which, let’s admit, is weirdly satisfying.

But it’s not all Scarlet’s one-woman show. Diana, the saintess who’s been through more than her fair share of trouble, finally gets her moment to shine. Fans were hyped to see her step up for her people, proving she’s more than just a damsel in distress. “Diana did all she could for her people,” one commenter noted, and honestly? We stan a queen who fights for her kingdom. Then there’s Sania—our favorite silver-haired warrior—who finally gets her powers back. Cue the confetti! “Best thing that happened in a long time,” another fan gushed. It’s about time Sania stopped being the team’s emotional support and started dishing out some damage.

Now, let’s talk about the villains. Hopkins, the latest in a long line of idiots who think they can outsmart Scarlet, gets his comeuppance, but as one fan warned, “she’s got yet another fight coming.” Enter Terenezza, the pink-haired schemer with a god complex and a penchant for mind control. Oh, the mind control trope—love it or hate it, it’s here, and fans had thoughts. “One of the most copped out plot devices to ever existed,” ranted one viewer, and… yeah, fair. But let’s be real: Terenezza’s plan to turn Julius against Scarlet was less “mastermind” and more “I watched a telenovela once.” Still, it gave us the moment we’ve all been waiting for.

Ah, Julius—the crown prince who’s been teasing Scarlet since childhood. When Terenezza tries to charm him, Scarlet doesn’t hesitate. Cue the post-credits scene where she decks him square in the face. “Scarlet finally got her wish! An excuse to punch the 1st Prince!” a fan laughed. Let’s be honest—we’ve all wanted to punch a annoying royal at some point, and Scarlet’s just living our best lives. The line “I know you’re NOT under a charmed spell but I don’t care, I want to punch you anyway” from another comment? Chef’s kiss. That’s Scarlet in a nutshell: logic is for losers, punching is for winners.

But not everyone was thrilled. Some fans called the episode “predictable,” pointing out that Scarlet’s overpoweredness takes away from the stakes. “Scarlet is stupidly overpowered to make anything have any stake,” one viewer complained, and they have a point. When your protagonist can punch a dragon into next week, it’s hard to feel tense. But let’s be real—we’re not here for edge-of-your-seat suspense. We’re here for Scarlet to punch someone, make a snarky comment, and look cool doing it. And on that front, the episode delivered.

The post-credits scene was the cherry on top. Scarlet’s punch to Julius had fans rolling. “That post-credits punch on Prince Julius made me laugh out loud,” one commenter admitted. It’s the kind of chaotic energy that makes this show so fun—no deep messages, just pure, unadulterated “I’m gonna punch you because I can.”

Of course, not everything was perfect. Some fans felt the episode was “anti-climactic” with too much talking and not enough punching. “Budget was cut or saved for the finale,” another speculated. Fair—we all want the final fight to be epic, not a repeat of Scarlet punching a wall until it breaks. But let’s stay positive: the stage is set for a showdown between Scarlet and Julius, and if the post-credits scene is any indication, it’s going to be a punch-fest for the ages.

In the end, this episode was classic Saigo ni Hitotsu dake: silly, over-the-top, and exactly what we needed. It’s not going to win any awards for writing, but it will win your heart with its unapologetic chaos. As one fan put it, “she doesn’t give a shit!” And honestly? In a world full of morally gray protagonists, Scarlet’s “punch first, ask questions never” attitude is a breath of fresh air.

So, what’s next? The final episode promises a battle between Scarlet and Julius, and if the comments are any clue, fans are ready. “Hyped for the much anticipated fight,” one viewer wrote. Will Scarlet finally get her revenge? Will Julius learn to stop teasing her? Will Sania and Diana team up to take down Terenezza? We’ll have to wait and see. But one thing’s for sure: it’s going to involve a lot of punching, a few snarky one-liners, and maybe—just maybe—a happy ending.

Until then, let’s raise a glass to Scarlet: the noblewoman who proved that sometimes, the best solution to a problem is a well-placed fist. Cheers to chaos, cheers to punching, and cheers to the most unapologetically fun anime of the season.

P.S. Don’t skip the post-credits scenes. You’re welcome.