During the fight, Erza receives a spiritual surge of strength from her guildmates' voices and a connection to Jellal Fernandes.

Erza is initially overwhelmed by Azuma's Great Tree Arc magic, specifically his "Terra Clamare" spell.

After being hit by a second Terra Clamare, the images of her friends—excluding Makarov—appear to her, fueling her final stand.

Erza utilizes her "Benizakura" (Crimson Cherry) sword and focuses all her magic into a single strike to defeat Azuma, fulfilling his wish for a worthy opponent and prompting him to restore the guild's power. Production and Dub Information Original Air Date: January 21, 2012.

The battle is critical because Azuma has uprooted the , which serves as the source of the Fairy Tail members' power on the island. By holding the guild's magic hostage, he forces Erza into a duel where she must win to restore her friends' strength. Key moments include:

Episode 114 of Fairy Tail , titled (or simply "Azuma" in some translations), is a pivotal chapter in the Tenrou Island arc. It centers on the high-stakes confrontation between Erza Scarlet and Azuma, one of the Seven Kin of Purgatory. Episode Plot Summary

If you are following the sequel series, Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest , Chapter 114 (titled "Guild Connection") features a different plot focusing on Gray Fullbuster's battle against Psy and the reappearance of God Serena. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more