Ep 10. Tomoe Becomes a Familiar / The God Goes to a Mixer

Tomoe Becomes a Familiar / The God Goes to a Mixer is the tenth episode of the first season of Kamisama Kiss. In this episode, Nanami instructs Tomoe to become her familiar to help her with her godly duties. Tomoe, who is a yokai and has been serving as Nanami's protector, initially refuses to become her familiar as it would lower his status. However, he agrees after Nanami tells him that it would help her in her duties.

In order to become a familiar, Tomoe must swear loyalty to Nanami and be marked with her divine symbol, which she draws on his forehead. The process causes Tomoe immense pain, and he becomes weak and passes out. Worried about him, Nanami takes care of him and waits for him to recover.

Meanwhile, the other gods invite Nanami to a mixer, where she has the opportunity to socialize with other gods and potentially find a husband. At the mixer, Nanami meets Kurama, a popular and flirtatious tengu who takes an interest in her. Tomoe, who has recovered by this time, becomes jealous and warns Nanami about Kurama's true intentions.

As the night goes on, Kurama attempts to seduce Nanami, but she rejects him. However, she is kidnapped by a group of yokai who are angry at her for interfering with their plans. Tomoe, realizing his feelings for Nanami, rescues her and takes her back to the shrine.

In the end, Nanami reflects on the events of the night and realizes that she has strong feelings for Tomoe as well. The episode ends with Nanami and Tomoe sharing a tender moment, yet both of them unsure of how to express their feelings.

Overall, Tomoe Becomes a Familiar / The God Goes to a Mixer is an episode that explores the growing relationship between Nanami and Tomoe, as well as the dynamics between different gods and yokai in the world of Kamisama Kiss. The episode also introduces new characters and expands the mythology of the show.