The emotional core of the episode is the duel between Gray and Lyon. Gray realizes that his master Ur’s forbidden spell, , will not work on Lyon, as Lyon intends to melt the ice trapping the demon Deliora.
While Gray is occupied, faces off against the mysterious Zalty , who is later revealed to be Ultear Milkovich in disguise.
In , titled " Galuna Island, the Final Battle! " , the confrontation between former fellow pupils Gray Fullbuster and Lyon Vastia reaches its climax. Gray vs. Lyon: The Clash of Ice
The episode sets the stage for the revelation of the island's curse. The villagers believe the moon has turned purple and cursed them, but the mages begin to suspect that the "curse" is actually a side effect of the massive magical energy gathering for the Moon Drip.
: Focuses on the Eclipse Project and the revelation of future Lucy trying to save the world from 10,000 dragons.
: Titled "God Seeds," this episode features Natsu fighting the God Seed Wolfen and the lesser-known guild members (the "D-Team") getting a chance to shine against the God Seed Doom .
: Recognizing that fire might not work against the Moon Drip, Natsu uses his strength and instinct to keep Zalty at bay while attempting to stop the ceremony. The Secret of the Moon
: Gray manages to defeat Lyon in combat, proving his growth and his respect for Ur's legacy.
