Ep 18. Lightning's End

Mushi-shi -Next Passage- season 1 episode 18, titled "Lightning's End," follows the adventure of Ginko, a Mushi-shi, as he travels to a small village that has been struck by lightning repeatedly. The villagers are suspicious of Ginko and believe he is the cause of the lightning strikes. However, Ginko learns that the lightning strikes are caused by a certain type of Mushi, known as the Choudama Mushi.

The Choudama Mushi is unique in that it feeds off lightning and can control it, causing the lightning strikes that have been terrorizing the village. Ginko also discovers that the Choudama Mushi is responsible for a mysterious illness that has been spreading throughout the village. The illness causes severe fatigue and eventually leads to death.

Ginko sets out to find a way to stop the Choudama Mushi and cure the villagers from the illness. He meets a young boy who is also suffering from the illness and takes it upon himself to find a cure for him as well. Ginko's investigation leads him to a powerful Mushi known as the Tokoyami Mushi, which has the ability to create darkness to counteract the Choudama Mushi's use of lightning.

Ginko must navigate dangerous terrain and face off against both the Choudama and Tokoyami Mushi in order to find a solution to stop the lightning and cure the villagers. The tension builds as Ginko races to find a cure before it's too late for the boy and the rest of the village.

"Lightning's End" is a thrilling and emotional episode that explores the power of nature and the consequences of disrupting its delicate balance. Ginko's journey is a testament to the importance of empathy, understanding, and perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. Fans of the series will be delighted by this latest installment, which continues to explore the fascinating world of Mushi and the people who live alongside them.