Ep 12. The Boy in the Abandoned House

Natsume's Book of Friends is a Japanese anime series that follows the life of a young boy named Takashi Natsume, who can see and interact with spirits. In season 2, episode 12 titled The Boy in the Abandoned House, Natsume and his friends find themselves on a new adventure filled with ghosts, mysteries, and danger.

The episode begins with Natsume and his friend Nyanko-sensei exploring an abandoned house deep in the forest. As they search the old house for any useful items, they come across a strange and eerie feeling as if they are not alone. Natsume, being able to see spirits, quickly realizes that the house is haunted and that they are not alone.

Soon after, Natsume and Nyanko-sensei encounter a young boy named Kai, who seems to be the source of the haunting. The boy is frightened and alone, and it becomes clear that he has been stuck in the abandoned house for years. Natsume offers to help Kai, but he is met with reluctance. Kai is desperate for help but is also trapped by his own fears and guilt.

As the episode progresses, Natsume and his friends learn more about Kai's past and the events that led him to his current situation. They discover that Kai was left behind by his family and that he has been trapped in the abandoned house ever since. Kai's guilt and sadness have kept him bound to the house, unable to move on to the afterlife.

Natsume, being the compassionate boy that he is, tries his best to help Kai overcome his guilt and fear. He befriends Kai and offers him the comfort and understanding that he needs to move forward. Meanwhile, Nyanko-sensei and Natsume's other friends try to figure out a way to free Kai from the curse that binds him to the abandoned house.

As the day comes to an end, Natsume and his friends realize that they may be running out of time. The curse that has kept Kai bound to the house for so long is growing stronger, and they need to act fast to save him. Natsume makes a daring decision and puts himself in danger to help Kai finally move on.

In the end, Natsume's efforts pay off, and Kai is finally freed from his curse. The boy moves on to the afterlife, finally at peace and free from the pain of his past. Natsume and his friends return home, tired but happy to have helped a soul in need.

The Boy in the Abandoned House is a touching episode that explores the themes of guilt, fear, and the healing power of friendship. Natsume's compassion and willingness to help those in need continue to be the driving force behind the show, making it a show that is not to be missed.