Prepare for a climactic showdown as the popular anime series May I Ask for One Final Thing? delivers its impactful twelfth episode. As the first season nears its thrilling conclusion, fans are on the edge of their seats, anticipating the fate of Scarlet El Vandimion and her ongoing battle against corruption and betrayal. This episode serves as the crucial penultimate chapter, setting the stage for an explosive finale that promises to tie up many of the season’s intense storylines.
What is May I Ask for One Final Thing? About?
May I Ask for One Final Thing? (Japanese: Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai shitemo Yoroshī Deshō ka) is an action, comedy, drama, fantasy, and romance anime based on a light novel series written by Nana Ōtori and illustrated by Satsuki. The story centers on Scarlet El Vandimion, a noblewoman whose engagement to Second Prince Kyle of Pallistan Kingdom is abruptly annulled during a ball. Falsely accused of bullying a baron’s daughter, Terenezza Hopkins, Scarlet snaps. Tired of the abuse and false accusations, she asks for “one final thing” – permission to deliver a brutal beatdown to her former fiancé and his cronies. This act of rebellion ignites her repressed, sadistic personality and sets her on a path of revenge against corrupt nobles, establishing her as an elegant yet rebellious fighter who refuses to be taken advantage of. The anime adaptation, produced by Liden Films Kyoto Studio, premiered in October 2025 and has garnered significant attention for its unique blend of humor, action, and compelling plot.
Episode 12: “May I Pay Off the Massive Debt My Fists Have Accrued?”
Episode 12, aptly titled “May I Pay Off the Massive Debt My Fists Have Accrued?”, marks a pivotal moment in the series, deepening the stakes and propelling the narrative toward its climax. Released on December 12, 2025, this episode is the second-to-last of the 13-episode first season.
Release and Streaming Information
For viewers in Japan, Episode 12 premiered on local television networks such as Tokyo MX, BS11, Gunma Television, and Tochigi Television at 12 AM JST. Internationally, Crunchyroll and other streaming services made the episode available approximately 1.5 hours after its initial broadcast. In the United States, this translated to a release on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 8:30 AM PT / 11:30 AM ET. Crunchyroll streams the anime in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and Southeast Asia, offering both English subtitles and same-day English dubs.
Plot Developments and Key Events
Episode 12 focuses on Scarlet and her allies’ perilous journey to Sahasgila, where they intend to confront Terenezza. Following the events of Episode 11, where Dios and Nanaka discovered Terenezza’s plan to target the Western Holy Gem in Sahasgila, the urgency to stop her within a three-day window intensifies. Scarlet recruits Diana for this critical mission, holding onto hope for Diana’s powers to return.
A significant aspect of this episode involves Scarlet confronting Julius about his increasingly possessive behavior. While Julius laughs off her concerns regarding his frequent embraces, the narrative hints at a deeper manipulation, with a charm cast by the hypnotized Nanaka potentially influencing his actions in earlier episodes. Despite this, his true feelings for Scarlet are not discounted.
The episode portrays a “video game-like” descent into Terenezza’s lair, complete with traps and multiple enemy encounters. Scarlet, as expected, makes quick work of her foes, even fisting a falling boulder out of the way. The plot branches into three simultaneous battles, showcasing Julius getting involved in direct combat against a formidable foe, something he typically leaves to Scarlet. Diana also regains her blessings, contributing to a victory in one of the concurrent fights.
A major revelation comes with the use of the prince as Terenezza’s “final trump card,” indicating that Terenezza’s manipulation of him is deeper than anticipated. Despite Scarlet delivering a punch to Julius, it doesn’t immediately break the spell, suggesting the resolution of this conflict is reserved for the season finale.
Critical Reception of Episode 12
Episode 12 has been met with mixed reception, with some critics noting a “mild yet undeniable downward slide in quality” as the season approaches its end. While the episode pushes the story to its endgame, concerns were raised regarding the animation and art quality, which were described as “lackluster” and “sloppy and stiff” during crucial action sequences. Reviewers expressed disappointment that the visual execution didn’t fully live up to the dramatic weight of the storyline’s climax, with many impact frames appearing “limp” rather than powerful.
Despite these criticisms, the episode’s humorous elements and engaging character dynamics, particularly the interactions between Scarlet and Julius, continue to be appreciated. The ongoing fan discussion around the potential resolution of Julius’s enchanted state and Scarlet’s ultimate confrontation with Terenezza highlights the strong viewer investment in the series’ overarching plot.
Looking Ahead to the Finale
As Episode 12 concludes, it firmly establishes the stakes for the grand finale. With Terenezza actively working to gather power to shatter the Holy Gem and potentially trigger an invasion, Scarlet faces her most formidable challenge yet. The question of Julius’s true allegiance and the full extent of Terenezza’s powers remain central to the impending confrontation in the final episode. While Episode 12 may have faced some production challenges, it successfully builds anticipation for a conclusion that promises to deliver Scarlet’s much-deserved vengeance and resolve the season’s intricate web of betrayals and magical conflicts.
The first season of May I Ask for One Final Thing? is slated for a total of 13 episodes, indicating that Episode 12 is indeed the lead-in to the final installment. Fans are eagerly awaiting the December 19, 2025, release of Episode 13 to witness the culmination of Scarlet’s epic journey.
