Ep 2. His Butler, Strongest

In "Black Butler" season 1 episode 2, titled "His Butler, Strongest," we continue to follow the story of Ciel Phantomhive, the young head of the Phantomhive family and an influential nobleman in Victorian-era England. Ciel is also the owner of the Funtom Corporation, a successful toy-making company that was founded by his late parents.

As the episode begins, we see Ciel attending a meeting with several other influential businessmen to discuss the shipping of goods from England to their neighboring countries. While he appears to be taking an active role in the meeting, his mind is elsewhere, as he is preoccupied with the recent murders of several members of the Phantomhive staff. Ciel has reason to believe that the murders may be linked to a secret society known as the "Noah's Ark Circus," and he orders his butler, Sebastian Michaelis, to investigate.

Sebastian, a demon who has vowed to serve Ciel until he has consumed his soul, is not only an expert in combat but also possesses a range of extraordinary abilities that make him the perfect detective. He sets off to investigate the circus, posing as a performer to try and uncover any evidence of their involvement in the murders. With his keen observation skills and quick reflexes, he quickly becomes known as the "Black Butler" among the performers.

As Sebastian continues his investigation, he discovers that the circus members are led by a mysterious figure known as "Joker," who is also suspected to have been involved in the murders. While he manages to obtain some useful information from the members, he also catches the eye of one of the circus performers, a young woman named Mey-Rin, who seems to have developed a crush on him.

Meanwhile, Ciel receives a visit from his aunt, Angelina Dalles, who is also known as Madame Red, a famous doctor and one of the few people whom Ciel truly trusts. Madame Red offers to help with the investigation into the murders, and Ciel grants her access to the Phantomhive estate, hoping that her medical expertise will be useful in identifying any potential murderers.

As Sebastian's investigation deepens, he discovers that the circus members are not all they seem to be, and that some of them may have darker motives than just performing. In a breathtaking sequence towards the end of the episode, Sebastian finds himself facing off against a circus member named Beast, who possesses incredible strength and agility. In a battle that tests all of Sebastian's abilities, we witness just how strong and powerful he truly is, and how devoted he is to protecting his young master.

Throughout the episode, we also get glimpses into the complex relationship between Ciel and Sebastian, as they demonstrate their unwavering loyalty to one another. While Ciel may be the head of the Phantomhive family, it is clear that Sebastian is the one who truly runs the show, using his extraordinary skills and his deep bond with Ciel to protect him at all costs.

Overall, "His Butler, Strongest" is a thrilling episode of "Black Butler" that highlights the impressive detective skills and incredible combat abilities of Sebastian Michaelis, while also exploring the dark world of the Phantomhive family and the sinister influences that threaten their peace. With engaging characters, fascinating backstories, and a gripping plot, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the series, and is sure to leave viewers eagerly anticipating what comes next.