Ep 10. His Butler, On Ice
- TV-14
- December 4, 2008
- 1500 min
In the episode "His Butler, On Ice," the Phantomhive household receives a letter from the queen requesting their presence at an ice skating party. Ciel and Sebastian attend, where they meet a variety of guests from high society. However, things take a dark turn when a guest is found murdered on the ice rink. Ciel and Sebastian begin to investigate, but the killer seems to always be one step ahead.
As they gather clues, Ciel and Sebastian must navigate the intricate web of relationships and secrets among the party guests. They discover that the victim had a connection to one of the guests, and the clues lead them to suspect that the killer may be someone close to them.
Meanwhile, a subplot involving the Phantomhive staff unfolds. The staff competes in their own ice skating competition, with the prize being a luxurious hot spring vacation. The banter and competition between the staff adds a lighthearted touch to the otherwise dark episode.
As the investigation continues, Ciel and Sebastian uncover a shocking plot involving blackmail and revenge. The killer's motives are finally revealed, and Ciel and Sebastian race against time to stop them before they strike again.
Overall, "His Butler, On Ice" is a thrilling episode of Black Butler that showcases the show's dramatic and mystery elements, while also adding some lighter moments with the staff's competition. Fans of the show will not be disappointed with this installment.