Ep 2. Goddess of Greed
- TV-MA
- April 14, 2005
- 23 min
After the shocking revelation in the previous episode, Speed Grapher season 1 episode 2 titled "Goddess of Greed" dives even deeper into the dark underbelly of Tokyo's elite society. The show continues to follow the protagonist, Tatsumi Saiga, a former war photographer who now works as a freelance photographer for various publications.
As the episode begins, Saiga finds himself in the middle of an unusual photo shoot in an underground club. The club is known for its twisted and fetishistic atmosphere, and Saiga is tasked with capturing its essence. However, things take a turn when he discovers that the club is run by a group of wealthy socialites known as Euphorics.
The Euphorics are a secret society of individuals who use their wealth and power to indulge in their every desire, no matter how depraved. They are led by a mysterious woman named Suitengu, who is rumoured to have supernatural powers. She is known to be able to grant people's wildest wishes, for a price.
Meanwhile, Saiga develops a strange new power himself, where his camera lens can create a physical force that destroys whatever he focuses on. He uses this power to escape the club, but outside he runs into Kagura Tennouzu, a young girl who is also being chased by the Euphorics.
Kagura is the daughter of a powerful industrialist who is somehow connected to the Euphorics and their activities. She is a key figure in the Euphorics' plans, and they will stop at nothing to get her back.
Saiga decides to help Kagura, and the two of them begin a dangerous journey through Tokyo's backstreets and sewers as they try to evade their pursuers. Along the way, they encounter a group of homeless children who are being used as test subjects by the Euphorics, and Saiga uses his new power to help them.
As they get closer to Kagura's father's company headquarters, they discover the true depth of the Euphorics' depravity and the lengths they will go to maintain their power and wealth. Suitengu reveals herself to be a formidable enemy, and no one is safe from her wrath.
The episode ends with Saiga and Kagura getting closer to their goal, but also with the ominous knowledge that the Euphorics will stop at nothing to achieve their goals.
Overall, Speed Grapher season 1 episode 2 is a gripping continuation of the story from episode 1, introducing new characters and deeper mysteries while exploring the darkest depths of Tokyo's upper class society. With its blend of action, suspense, and supernatural elements, this episode leaves the audience eager to find out what happens next.