Episode 13

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**To The Homeland** is the thirteenth episode of the Record of Grancrest War anime series.

## Synopsis

In order to distinguish himself as being fit to lead the Altirk Treaty, Theo heads to Sistina. To rescue the people there, suffering under Rossini family's oppression, Theo tries to rally for an uprising throughout the domain. But the people, too afraid of Rossini and his iron rule, hesitate to answer his calls.

Theo’s hometown, Marza, may be the only town left, but will they warmly welcome the party as Siluca's hopes?

## Long Summary

Theo and his group reach the island Sistina, where his hometown of Marza is.

Passing through of the villages on the island, Priscilla spots several spider demons roaming freely across the fields. According to Theo, the Rossini family allows the demons to roam freely so they can easily rule over the people by the method of fear. Disconcerted by this revelation, Priscilla voices her disdain for such a ruling tactic and Theo concurs as to which why they're there. Moving forward, the plan, for now, is head to Laxia, which is Rossini territory. Although this would draw the attention of the Family, it would also spread the word that the "Hero" Theo Cornaro has returned. Hiding their supplies in a shrubbery, Siluca reviews over the plan at hand on how they'll handle Rossini forces once they learn about Theo. At Laxia, Irvin and Priscilla are assigned to gather supplies while the rest mingle around the town.

Meanwhile, Salvador Rossini enjoys dinner with Yana the Black Witch in a fancy restaurant, until Theo and his group arrive. Yana instantly recognizes the group from their fight from underneath Dimitrie's castle. Taking into consideration that Yana's enemies are therefor his as well, Salvador introduces himself, in turn, Theo does as well. Alerted by Theo's name, Salvador rebukes him and Theo pledges to liberate Sistina from the Rossini Family. Provoked, Salvador activates his Crest subjugating the other patrons in the process. Not wanting to involve innocent lives to the matter, Siluca casts Flash and the group escapes and regroups with everyone outside. Irvin informs them all that a search party is now patrolling the city, and an arts user is among them. Figuring that the arts user is the assassin that gave Irvin trouble from before and that Yana is associated with the Rossini Family. Keeping these details in mind, Siluca explains their next move will be visiting the local villages to start a revolt.

The following day in Phederico's quarters at the Rossini Mansion. Salvador is granted permission to hunt down Theo. Although his younger brother Juzel tries to dissuade him of that, he remains confident. Still, though, his father cautions him to take the necessary precautions that their family has always followed.

Elsewhere, Theo's group fails to convince a local village to join their revolt who fear for their lives. As the group progress toward the next village. Theo discloses that those who pledge fealty to the Rossini Family are given the right to plunder under the guise of tax collection.

Back at the Rossini Mansion, Salvador gathers a small army of 200 men which the Family Assassin Boltz believes is paltry. Adamant, however, that his forces are adequate, Salvador claims that Boltz can redeem himself if he can kill Irvin. Yana then approaches Salvador and after the two embraces each other, the witch expresses her hope that Salvador kills the "two". Still confident that he'll accomplish her request, Salvador claims he has an idea where Theo is planning to go to. He then orders Boltz to set an example to those who side with Theo.

It's at that time, Theo's group has stones tossed at them for making the village being suspected of sheltering them. By a river stream, the group discusses what their next move will be as visiting more villages for help would be pointless. Siluca proposes that the group heads to Marza, Theo's hometown. Giving off a pregnant pause as if hesitant to give an answer, however, he agrees to it claiming he wants them all to see his hometown.

A brief flashback involving the day Theo leaves the island as his childhood friend Rebecca pleads for him not to go. Still, though, Theo insists on leaving the island. In the present time, Theo and his group meet Rebecca and have her gather the villagers to discuss business with them. As Theo talks with the village chief, Siluca learns from Rebecca why Theo left the island. It was due to someone in the village, snitching on Theo's father for having a secret storage area to mitigate the tax collections. Holding no grudge against the village any longer, Theo tries to convince the villagers of his hometown to join his cause with a speech. Finished with it he tries to leave, but is stopped by Rebecca who suggests before he goes, he should visit his father's grave.

As dusk settles in, Theo and Rebbeca head to the cliff is where his father is buried. They briefly talk about how Theo has done so many accomplishments since he left the village. Theo abruptly ends the topic after calling her out for not only siding with the Rossini, but also leading him into a trap. His reason for knowingly falling for the trap is to protect the village and Rebecca. On the other hand, Rebecca wasn't threatened whatsoever, in contrast, she was offered a place in the city if she complied with the Rossinis. All of this wouldn't have happened if Theo simply hadn't left the island and simply just was compliant with the law of the Rossini. Nevertheless, Theo couldn't stand by the villagers at the time after they sacrificed his father following the Rossini law. And now that he has a clearer head and sense of responsibility and the justifications. Theo will try in full earnestly to take down the Rossini Family regardless of his chances against them. He then requests that Rebecca head back to the village and tell everyone to flee, as the Rossini will most likely make an example of the village. With that all settled, Theo continues to head to his father's grave knowing full well that it's a trap.

Back in the village, Siluca informs the villagers that Theo knew all along that he was being led into a trap. Siluca then tries to convince them all to join forces with Theo in fighting, but gets a tepid response. Just then, Rebecca frantically rushes into the village beseeching them all to help Theo. At Theo's Father's grave, Theo is meet by Salvador's forces. The archers to the forces fire a barrage of arrows toward Theo, but is rescued by Irvin before a single arrow strikes him. Soon, Theo is joined by, Emma, Luna, and the villagers from Theo's hometown, come to his aid. Perturbed by this outcome, Salvador activates his crest and empowers his soldiers with his power. Unshaken Theo's new army charges forward on the assault against the Rossini army. Siluca and Aishela lend a hand with their respective magic and strength. On Irvin's side, he has his rematch against Boltz, while Theo faces off against Salvador. Theo breaks Salvador's sword making the Rossini flee and before Theo could pursue him, he is cut off by Rossini's army. It's then that Rebecca restrains Salvador to prevent him from fleeing further, so Salvador pulls out a short sword and stabs her. This enrages Theo who breaks through the Rossini soldiers and kills Salvador by plunging his weapon into his back.

With their leader fallen dead, the Rossini family retreat, and Theo embraces the dying Rebecca who is remorseful for her actions.

## Characters in Order of Appearance

* Theo Cornaro
* Siluca Meletes
* Irvin
* Emma
* Luna
* Priscilla Farnese
* Aishela
* Salvador Rossini
* Yana
* Phederico Rossini
* Juzel Rossini
* Dorni Rossini
* Boltz
* Rebecca