Sacrifices
As the battle rages on without letup, painful choices are forced upon Rimuru, who must arbitrate between different strategic priorities at the cost of gut-wrenching sacrifices. Several longtime companions find themselves on the front lines, risking their lives to protect the nation they built together from its very origins. This ordeal reveals the depth of the bonds uniting Rimuru with his commanders, all ready to sacrifice everything for their shared cause. This gripping episode marks one of the most emotionally intense moments of the series.