Summary:
- Arthur’s backstory takes an emotional turn in Episode 9 as he reunites with his estranged parents in the Nether.
- Excalibur is reforged, and Shinra finally forms an Adolla Link with Sho, setting up a major turning point in the story.
- With Company 8 preparing for war, Episode 10 is expected to bring high-stakes action, emotional tension, and possibly a new threat.
Fire Force Season 3 is picking up serious momentum as the anime gets closer to the final stretch. With emotional twists and a surprise plot twist in Episode 9, fans eagerly await what comes next.
Arthur’s Excalibur has been reforged, Shinra has been reunited with Sho, and Company 8 appears to be getting ready for the inevitable war. While waiting for Episode 10 to release, here’s a full analysis of Episode 9, what might come next, the release dates, and where to watch it.
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Fire Force Season 3 Episode 9 Recap: Holy Sword, Resurrected
Episode 9 features Arthur Boyle and his strange-but-fascinating attempt to recover his sword, Excalibur. Of course, Arthur’s absurd delusions are once again highlighted, alternating humor with dramatic content as he once again plays into his fantasy of knighthood. This time, he is joined by Vulcan, Lisa, and Yu as they journey into the Nether in search of a rare alloy to employ in the forging of a new blade.
They’re then faced with a strange girl who needs their help in finding her missing cat, a parody of typical RPG “side quests.” Arthur, of course, refuses her, citing being bound to the “main quest.”
The episode takes an unexpected emotional turn with the surprise reappearance of Arthur’s parents. For years, the fans had assumed his backstory was just part of his comic relief. That quickly changes, as it turns out his parents have been in hiding in the Nether due to debt collectors and have had three other children since leaving Arthur behind.
Arthur’s self-proclaimed “seer” father, whose visions come from staring into his hat, gives the group important information on the White-Clad and the secrets of the world. While strange, his parents actually help the group locate the hard-to-find aluminum alloy that they need. They sneak off on another mission after Excalibur is reforged, and Arthur, surprisingly unbothered, returns to Asakusa with a fresh sense of purpose.
The episode ends on a cliffhanger as Shinra finally forms an Adolla Link with Sho. Sho refers to him as “big brother” for the first time, hinting at an emotional breakthrough or potential shift in loyalty.
What to Expect From Fire Force Season 3 Episode 10
Fire Force Season 3 Episode 9 concludes at the end of Chapter 206 from the manga, which means Episode 10 will pick up from Chapter 207. Episode 10 promises to be emotionally intense and packed with action. It will likely begin where they left off, with the aftermath of Shinra’s Adolla Link with Sho.
Although Shinra will certainly feel a renewed sense of hope after his brother recognizes him, it’s unlikely that Sho will be fully on board. His loyalty to the Evangelist is too strong, and he may cut the link without hesitation, quite possibly setting up a painful confrontation.
In the meantime, in Asakusa, we should be able to see Arthur test out his newly forged Excalibur. The way it was designed and the material that they employed, the sword can very well be a game-changer in the coming war. Meanwhile, Company 8 seems to be all set to battle the White-Clad once and for all.
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But peace won’t last long. The episode may conclude with a surprise threat or a new villain arriving in Asakusa, putting Company 8 on high alert. With the battle lines drawn, things are only going to get exciting from here.
Fire Force Season 3 Episode 10 Release Date and Time
Fire Force Season 3 Episode 10, titled “Appearance,” will be released on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 1:53 AM JST. For international fans, the episode will release at a different time depending on your region. Here is when to catch it:
- India Standard Time (IST): Friday, June 6, 2025, at 11:30 PM
- Brazil Standard Time (BRT): Friday, June 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Friday, June 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM
- Eastern Time (ET): Friday, June 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM
- Central Time (CT): Friday, June 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- Mountain Time (MT): Friday, June 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM
- Pacific Time (PT): Friday, June 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM
- Philippine Time (PHT): Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 2:00 AM
- Korean Standard Time (KST): Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 3:00 AM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 5:00 AM
Where to Watch Fire Force Season 3 Episode 10
Fire Force Season 3 Episode 10 will be available to stream on Crunchyroll, Prime Video, and Netflix, depending on your region. The anime is streaming in multiple dubs such as English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, and German. You’ll require a premium subscription to watch the episode.
Or if you can’t wait to know what lies ahead in Fire Force, you can continue its manga from Chapter 207, which is officially available to read on Comics INRK and Pocket Shonen Magazine.
Final Thoughts
Episode 9 provided us with so much more than a typical weapon-forging episode, it provided us with an emotional trip through Arthur’s tragic past that nobody expected. What initially seemed to be yet another bizarre detour ended up offering meaningful character development and bringing closure to a long-standing mystery. His parents, odd as they were, provided an emotional weight that made the episode feel more realistic.
Now that Excalibur has been reforged and Sho has confessed that Shinra is his brother, the stage is set for a big confrontation. Episode 10 will probably raise the emotional stakes even higher as we approach the final battle.
