Zenshu Episode 12 Review: A Happy Ending Or Utter Despair?

Today’s episode of Zenshu was the most confusing yet weirdly passable episode of the franchise. Let us see how this episode turned out.

Zenshu Episode 11 Recap

Luke is shattered by Natsuko’s absence, struggling to come to terms with losing both her and Unio, who was like family to him. Overwhelmed by grief, he spirals into despair, unable to focus as devastation unfolds around him. Meanwhile, the Voids rampage unchecked, mercilessly attacking and killing anyone in their path.

Memmeln and Justice fight desperately to fend them off, but the sheer number of enemies proves overwhelming. They soon realize something is different, these Voids are unlike the ones they have encountered before. As chaos spreads, the director of the original film watches the destruction and offers a grim observation: saving this world is no longer possible. In her eyes, the final chapter of a doomed tale has already begun.

While Luke drowns in his anguish, Natsuko awakens, only to find herself trapped in an illusion. In this false reality, she faces relentless criticism from those in her world, who tear apart her work without mercy. The weight of their words breaks her spirit, and she resigns herself to never drawing again, falling victim to the Voids’ emotional manipulation.

Just when all seems lost, Unio appears, rescuing her from despair. This moment is especially profound, as it reveals Natsuko’s true emotions for Luke. For the first time, she understands the depth of her own heart and realizes that all along, it was Luke who had been her saviour.

However, Luke is far from normal and now all he thinks of is to destroy everything that killed Natsuko and Unio. Hence, he himself shatters the soul future and becomes the main villain.

Zenshu Episode 12 Review

Luke has finally turned into the ultimate Void, as it is clear that he doesn’t want anything anymore from this world. This world has disappointed him by killing his loved ones, and now he just wishes to end it as soon as possible. However, what he doesn’t know is that Natsuko is not dead. She and Unio are both alive, and Memmeln saves them from the stomach of a Void.

The moment they come out, they are shocked to see the world in despair.  They did not think that things would turn out so bad so fast. Luke has also turned into a ferocious dragon form and starts to rain daggers on everyone. His weapons massacre anyone right away, and the only person who can stop him at this point is Natsuko. She’s the one he loved so much, so one call from her should be enough to fix him right? Wrong. In his delirious state, Luke even attacks Natsuko.

So, what can Natsuko do to stop Luke from destroying this world? She has the power to draw anything and anyone and bring them to life. Thus, she draws the only person whom she thinks is capable enough to stop the ultimate Void. Luke Braveheart, the hero of this story himself.

However, a Luke Braveheart that is made out of paper can only fight to a limited extent. Not only that but there is also the problem of everyone disappearing because their time is ending in this world.

Verdict

Today’s episode was the last episode of this anime, and honestly, the ending was pretty dissatisfying. It was, in a way, a happy ending, but at the same time, it did not give any closure that you would expect from it. If there is no second season, which I think there will not be, then it is indeed sad that this anime has ended without providing fans with a clear conclusion.

Also Read: Zenshu Episode 11 Review: Luke’s Despair And Wrath