My-Hime Season 1 Episode 12 Angelic Smile

In My-Hime season 1 episode 12, titled Angelic Smile, the HiMEs continue to compete in the HiME Carnival, but something strange is happening. The Orphans, the monsters that the HiMEs have been fighting, are starting to act unpredictable. Natsuki discovers that there is a new player in the Carnival, a mysterious HiME who seems to be controlling the Orphans.

Meanwhile, Mai is struggling with her own inner demons. She is haunted by the memory of her brother, Takumi, who died in a car accident. She feels guilty for surviving and wonders if there was anything she could have done to save him. She is also worried about Tate, her friend and protector, who is still recovering from his injuries.

As the HiMEs prepare for the next round of the Carnival, Mai meets the new HiME, who introduces herself as Nao Yuuki. Nao seems friendly at first, but Mai senses that something is off about her. Later, Nao reveals her true nature and her plans for the Carnival. She is not interested in winning the prize, but in destroying all the other HiMEs.

Nao's power is revealed to be mind control, which she uses to manipulate the Orphans and turn them against the other HiMEs. She also tries to turn Mai against her own team by revealing their weaknesses and secrets. Mai realizes that Nao is not just a rival, but a true enemy who will stop at nothing to win the Carnival.

In the final battle of the episode, Mai and Natsuki team up to fight Nao and her army of Orphans. They use their powers to shield themselves and attack from a distance. However, Nao is too powerful and they soon find themselves overwhelmed.

Just when all hope seems lost, two unexpected guests appear: Tate and Mikoto. Tate has recovered enough to join the fight, and Mikoto has finally found her true power as a HiME. Together, they help Mai and Natsuki defeat Nao and her Orphans.

At the end of the episode, the HiMEs reflect on their victory and their bonds as a team. They know that the Carnival is far from over, but they are determined to face whatever challenges lie ahead.