#final episode

Everyone flies and glows except for Kaito. Because SCIENCE!!

Anyways, the last episode of ZEXAL was pretty great. Yuma’s Number was fascinating to see: 0 Rank (is that legal? Probably doesn’t matter in this show) with the title of future. As Numbers take the form of their user’s desires, Future Number 0 appears to be created by Yuma’s bonds with Astral and himself (the Emperor’s Key on the Number’s chest after using Double-Up Chance, the miracle card that they always use and activate together). He doesn’t want to let go of his bond with Astral despite the price he must pay with The Door; he’ll treasure it and carry it towards his future. Yuma knows that he must continue his future without Astral, but as he is one of his greatest treasures of life, Number 99 will exist as a reminder of their bonds despite being worlds apart.

The duel was splendid as the two characters fought to maintain their bonds despite differing ideals. Number 99 takes the form of a fearsome dragon instead of the humanoid warriors that all other Hopes resemble. It’s appearance must be based off of Astral’s extermination mission that he follows and also a true representation of his beliefs: the Barian World must be erased. However, we’re glad to see Yuma defeating the dragon and reconnecting his bonds. Perhaps why that Number was Number 99: Astral also cherished his bond with Yuma. It shows that despite his mission, Astral will consider the wishes of his human companion and will also treasure him in his heart.

The entire ZEXAL series seems to represent Yuma’s development through his life, from a newbie loner to a man who serves as a light to all of his friends. Yuma’s bonds continue to grow as he progresses without Astral. With the Numeron Code’s power, the friends that he lost have now returned: Yuma’s wishes influenced the Numeron Code to preserve those who are precious to him. You have grown strong Yuma, and may you serve as a light to all of your bonds in the future.

The End. ARC-V awaits in the future.