Royal Government arc (Anime)
CharacterTwelve episodes turn the story inward. The eighth arc of the anime follows the fallout of Pastor Nick's murder and an attempted abduction of Eren Jaeger and Historia Reiss, as Erwin Smith concludes the monarchy endangers humanity and gambles on a coup to crown Historia queen.
Overview
Royal Government arc is the anime's eighth story arc, running from episode 38 through episode 49, twelve episodes in all. Clash of the Titans arc precedes it and Return to Shiganshina arc follows. It adapts the manga arc of the same name, and its title is an unofficial designation.
Summary
The murder of Pastor Nick throws the interior of the Walls into crisis, and an attempt to seize Eren Jaeger and Historia Reiss makes the danger unmistakable. Convinced that the crown's conduct puts all of humankind at risk, Erwin Smith commits to overthrowing the sitting government and installing Historia as its new queen.
Smoke Signal opens the arc, which continues through episodes such as Trust, Sin, Outside the Walls of Orvud District, and Ruler of the Walls, then closes with Bystander and Night of the Battle to Retake the Wall.
Aftermath
Return to Shiganshina arc comes next in the anime, shifting focus to the mission to reclaim the lost district.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Royal Government arc about?
The Royal Government arc follows the fallout of Pastor Nick's murder and an attempted abduction of Eren Jaeger and Historia Reiss, as Erwin Smith concludes the monarchy endangers humanity and gambles on a coup to crown Historia queen.
What episodes cover the Royal Government arc?
The Royal Government arc runs from episode 38 through episode 49 of the anime, twelve episodes in all, making it the anime's eighth story arc.
What arc precedes the Royal Government arc in the anime?
The Clash of the Titans arc (Anime) comes directly before the Royal Government arc.
What arc follows the Royal Government arc?
The Return to Shiganshina arc (Anime) follows the Royal Government arc, shifting focus to the mission to reclaim the lost district.
Is the Royal Government arc based on the manga?
Yes, the anime's Royal Government arc adapts the manga arc of the same name; its title is an unofficial designation.
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