Grimgar, Ashes and Illusions Season 1 Episode 5

In Grimgar, Ashes and Illusions season 1 episode 5, titled "Crying Doesn't Mean you're Weak. Enduring Doesn't Mean You're Strong," the party continues their training in defeating goblins, with Ranta starting to take a more prominent leadership role and trying to teach the others how to be more efficient in battle. However, things take a turn when Haruhiro discovers that Mary has been lying about her past and hiding a deep pain that has been affecting her ability to fight. As the party struggles to navigate Mary's emotional turmoil, they are forced to confront their own emotional vulnerabilities and the fragility of their camaraderie in the face of fear and trauma. The episode delves into the complexities of trauma and the ways in which it affects one's ability to connect with others and function in society. Through the characters' struggles, the show highlights the importance of empathy and emotional support in healing from traumatic experiences, as well as the strength that comes from vulnerability and learning to rely on one another. Overall, "Crying Doesn't Mean you're Weak. Enduring Doesn't Mean You're Strong" is a powerful exploration of the human psyche in the face of adversity and trauma, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.