Ayashi No Ceres Season 1 Episode 1 The day the moon & the sixteen stars align

Ayashi No Ceres is a 24-episode anime series that revolves around the story of Aya Mikage, the main protagonist, whose life changes drastically when she discovers that she is the reincarnation of a celestial being named Ceres. The first episode of the series is titled "The day the moon & the sixteen stars align" and introduces the audience to Aya Mikage and her twin brother Aki Mikage.

The episode opens with Aya and Aki celebrating their sixteenth birthday along with their family and friends. During the celebration, Aya and Aki's father announces that it is time for the Mikage family to begin the ceremony of the celestial maiden, which involves offering the blood of a female member of their family to the Mikage family's ancestor who is a celestial being named Ceres. However, Aya and Aki's grandfather opposes this ritual as he believes that it is a curse that has brought tragedy to their family in the past.

Later that night, Aya and Aki are kidnapped by their family's bodyguards who take them to a hidden underground chamber where the ceremony of the celestial maiden is about to take place. Aya is shocked to discover the truth about the ceremony and realizes that she is the next candidate for the sacrifice. She tries to escape but is stopped by her own brother Aki who appears to have a split personality and is possessed by something dark and malevolent.

As Aya is about to be sacrificed, something incredible happens. The moon and sixteen stars in the sky align in a rare celestial phenomenon, and Aya suddenly transforms into Ceres, the celestial being herself. Ceres breaks free from the chains that were binding her and unleashes her fury upon the Mikage family by destroying the underground chamber.

After the incident, Aya and Aki are rescued by a group of strangers who inform them that they are descendants of the ancient Tennyo (celestial maiden) who were banished from the heavens due to their rebellion against the gods. They tell Aya that she is the reincarnation of Ceres, the Tennyo who was known for her beauty and grace but also her power to control the earth and sky.

The strangers reveal that they are the descendants of the seven celestial warriors who were chosen by the gods to protect Ceres and assist her in her rebellion. They tell Aya that the Mikage family has been searching for the reincarnation of Ceres for years as they believe that by sacrificing her blood, they could gain immortality and complete control over the universe.

However, the celestial warriors discover that Aki has been possessed by a dark entity named "Mikage" who is using him to achieve his own selfish goals. They warn Aya that she must stay away from Aki as he could be dangerous. Aya is heartbroken and shocked by this revelation, but she wants to save her brother no matter what.

The first episode of Ayashi No Ceres is captivating and dramatic, filled with action and suspense. It introduces the audience to the main characters and sets up the story's premise, which is centered around the conflict between the Mikage family and the celestial beings. The episode also establishes the theme of sacrifice and the struggle for power, making the audience curious about what is going to happen next. The animation and soundtrack are impressive, creating a mystical and otherworldly atmosphere that enhances the show's overall appeal.