Ep 9. The Fairies' Survival Skills

In the ninth episode of season one of Humanity Has Declined, titled "The Fairies' Survival Skills," viewers get a glimpse into the daily lives of the fairies. As the High Commissioner of the Undine Association, the protagonist goes on a mission to help the fairies survive their dwindling numbers.

The episode starts off with the protagonist arriving at the Fairy Village, where she witnesses fairies practicing archery. One fairy in particular catches her attention - the first fairy who successfully shot an arrow through the target. It is later revealed that this fairy, nicknamed "Sensei" by the other fairies, is the only one who has survived multiple attempts to kill her and therefore has extensive survival skills.

The protagonist and Sensei end up going on a journey to gather materials for a new fairy home, as their current one has become too small and cramped for them to survive in. Along the way, Sensei teaches the protagonist about the fairies' survival skills, including how to catch fish using tools made from plants, and how to identify and avoid poisonous mushrooms.

The journey takes a comedic turn when a group of robot admirers who have heard of Sensei's skills try to steal her away to learn from her. The fairies and the protagonist team up to protect Sensei and ward off the robots, highlighting the importance of teamwork and camaraderie.

As the episode progresses, it becomes clear that the fairies are not entirely innocent themselves - they have been known to steal food from nearby human villages to survive. The protagonist and Sensei have a conversation on the morality of this, ultimately deciding that the fairies should try to build a better relationship with the humans and find a way to coexist peacefully.

Overall, "The Fairies' Survival Skills" is a heartwarming and insightful episode that sheds light on the struggles and ingenuity of the fairy community. It highlights the importance of adapting to changing circumstances and collaborating with others to survive.