In older numbering systems or for the first season (2009 series), "Episode 39" refers to which concludes the Tower of Heaven arc and features the battle between Natsu and Jellal. However, for a file labeled "S2_Ep_39," it specifically corresponds to the 2014 series' 39th episode (total episode 214).
Despite Leo's defeat, the Liberum ritual does not stop. It is revealed that the ritual was orchestrated by Ophiuchus , who begins chanting a prayer at the Celestial Globe to continue the process.
This episode is part of the , an anime-exclusive filler story. It focuses on the escalating conflict between the Fairy Tail wizards and their rogue Celestial Spirits, who have been transformed and seek "absolute freedom" through a ritual called Liberum . Key Plot Points
