Ep 3. The Place Where the Gods Are

In Gingitsune: Messenger Fox of the Gods season 1 episode 3, titled The Place Where the Gods Are, we follow Makoto, a young girl who inherited the ability to see and communicate with Gintaro, a fox spirit. Makoto has taken on the role of a shrine maiden and Gintaro serves as a messenger between the gods and the humans, with the help of Makoto.

This episode begins with Makoto and Gintaro receiving a message from the gods. They are to attend a meeting at the Kamiyonanayo Shrine, where the gods are said to reside. Makoto is excited to go and meet the gods, but Gintaro is hesitant. He warns her that although it may sound exciting, being in the presence of gods is often dangerous.

As they make their way to the shrine, Makoto and Gintaro encounter several other messengers. Each of them has a unique spirit animal that acts as a messenger between gods and humans. The group arrives at the shrine and is greeted by the head messenger, a woman named Hiwako. Hiwako briefs the messengers about the gods they are about to meet and tells them to be careful.

They are then led to a large room where the gods are present. Makoto is mesmerized by the beauty of the room and the gods. The gods are all unique in their appearance and have distinct personalities. They are introduced to the gods one by one and are told about their particular domains. Makoto is fascinated by the entire experience and is eager to learn more.

However, the mood quickly changes when one of the gods, Iwagawa, begins to complain about the humans. He blames them for destroying the environment and not showing respect to the gods. Makoto tries to reason with him, but he remains adamant in his beliefs. The other gods chime in, some agreeing with Iwagawa and others not.

Makoto becomes upset and Gintaro steps in to defend her. He reminds the gods that they are there to work together and not to blame humans for their problems. He tells them that it is their responsibility to guide and help humans as messengers between the gods and the humans.

The other messengers join in as well and tell the gods about their experiences with humans. They share stories about the good deeds that humans have done and how they have shown respect to the gods. The gods begin to listen and understand.

In the end, the gods agree to continue their work as messengers and to help humans. They also recognize the importance of working together and not blaming humans for their problems.

Makoto and Gintaro leave the meeting feeling fulfilled and proud of their work as messengers. They know that their job is not an easy one, but they are determined to continue doing it to the best of their ability.

Overall, The Place Where the Gods Are is an interesting and enlightening episode of Gingitsune: Messenger Fox of the Gods. It showcases the importance of communication, understanding, and teamwork between gods, messengers, and humans. The episode also sheds light on the responsibilities of messengers and the challenges they face in maintaining peace and harmony between gods and humans.