Ep 19. Diamonds and Minx
- August 14, 1978
- 24 min
Lupin the 3rd, Part 2 season 2 episode 19 titled "Diamonds and Minx" follows the daring adventures of master thief Arsène Lupin III and his crew consisting of sharpshooter Jigen, samurai Goemon, and femme fatale Fujiko. The episode begins with Lupin setting his sights on a rare and valuable diamond called the Star of Egypt that is being displayed at an exclusive art exhibition. However, this heist is not going to be easy given that the exhibition is being guarded by an incredibly advanced security system.
As they prepare for the heist, Lupin and his crew encounter a mysterious woman named Minx who is also interested in the Star of Egypt. Minx is a cunning and seductive criminal who has her own plans for the diamond. Lupin sees her as a potential rival, but Fujiko warns him not to underestimate her. Lupin, being a man of adventure, invites Minx to team up with him and his crew to steal the diamond together. Minx only agrees to this partnership with the intention of double-crossing Lupin and stealing the diamond for herself.
As the heist unfolds, the security system proves to be more challenging than Lupin anticipated, but he is able to rely on the skills of his crew to overcome the obstacles. The team has to solve a number of puzzles and unlock multiple doors to reach the diamond, all while avoiding detection by the security system. Tensions run high as Lupin tries to stay one step ahead of Minx while also keeping his crew safe from the deadly traps set up by the security system.
As the heist reaches its climax, Lupin and his crew discover that Minx has an unexpected connection to the security system that could change the outcome of the heist. The stage is set for a thrilling showdown between Lupin and Minx, where only one can come out on top.
"Diamonds and Minx" is a fast-paced and action-packed episode that showcases Lupin's skills as a master thief and his ability to come up with creative solutions to complex problems. The addition of the seductive and mysterious Minx adds another layer of complexity to the heist and keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. With twists and turns around every corner, this episode is sure to be a fan favorite of Lupin the 3rd, Part 2.