Ep 7. Love

The Case Study of Vanitas is a Japanese anime series produced by Studio Bones. Set in a supernatural version of nineteenth-century Paris, the series follows a young vampire named Noé Archiviste who teams up with a cursed doctor named Vanitas in order to save their kind from a disease that threatens to wipe them out. The series has gained a large following for its blend of action, intrigue, and romance.

In episode seven of the first season, titled "Love," the story once again centers on Noé and Vanitas as they continue their journey to find and destroy the Book of Vanitas - a mysterious artifact that may hold the key to saving the vampire race. However, this episode takes a brief detour from the main plotline to explore some of the series' supporting characters.

Specifically, the episode focuses on Jeanne and her feelings toward Noé. Jeanne is a member of the Chasseurs, a group of humans who hunt vampires for sport. However, she is also Noé's childhood friend and harbors feelings for him. Throughout the series, Jeanne has struggled with her loyalty to her people and her love for Noé.

In this episode, Jeanne is assigned to a mission to capture a group of bandits who have been preying on innocent humans. However, her true goal is to impress Noé and win his heart. Noé, who is unaware of Jeanne's feelings, accompanies her on the mission.

As the two hunt down the bandits, they begin to bond over their shared love for mystery stories. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Jeanne must remain loyal to the Chasseurs, even if it means betraying Noé and his kind. Meanwhile, Noé remains oblivious to Jeanne's advances and continues to see her only as a childhood friend.

The episode culminates in a dramatic confrontation between the bandits and Jeanne and Noé. Jeanne is forced to make a difficult decision that will impact her relationship with Noé and her place among the Chasseurs. Meanwhile, Noé begins to suspect that there is more to Jeanne's feelings than just friendship.

Overall, "Love" is a beautifully crafted episode that explores the complex emotions and relationships between Vanitas' supporting characters. The episode is an excellent example of the show's ability to blend action, suspense, and romance into a compelling and emotionally resonant narrative. Fans of the series will not want to miss this episode.