Following Animus's defeat, Samidare finally declares her intention to destroy the Earth herself.
Yuuhi faces off against Souichirou and Yayoi, exploiting the fact that they are holding back because he is human. Hanako joins the fray with water-based attacks, nearly stopping Yuuhi before running out of stamina. Hoshi no Samidare Episode 23
Yuuhi steps forward as Samidare’s "Guardian," taking on the other Beast Knights to protect her while she prepares her plan. Following Animus's defeat
The knights learn about Samidare’s terminal condition—she is only alive because she is Anima's host—which partially motivates her desire to destroy everything so it cannot "move past" her after she's gone. Characters to Watch Hoshi no Samidare Episode 23