The relationship between Stark and Fern in the TV anime "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End" has become a topic of discussion after their quarrel and reconciliation in episode 14, which aired on the 8th on Nippon TV. Following the broadcast, recap scene cuts were shared on the anime's official [X].

The broadcast of episode 14, titled "The Privilege of Youth," featured Frieren and her companions, including the new member Sein, embarking on their journey again. The episode depicted a quarrel between Stark and Fern, followed by Sein giving advice to Stark, who was struggling to find the perfect birthday present for Fern.

Online reactions include comments like "Stark and Fern are really precious," "Fern and Stark... they're so heartwarming and bittersweet," "I can't stop grinning at their relationship," and "The idea of Fern being secretly thrilled about receiving an eternal love bracelet from Stark makes this work more of a rom-com than any love comedy in Sunday Magazine."

The series, which has been serialized in "Weekly Shōnen Sunday" since April 2020, is based on the manga of the same name. It is a "post-heroic fantasy" that depicts the aftermath of a group of heroes defeating the Demon King. The story Volllows the elf magician Frieren as she embarks on new adventures with new companions in a world without the hero.

With its unique timeline of "after the defeat of the Demon King," the series captures the hearts of many readers with its impactful drama, dialogues, magical and sword battles, and humorous moments that make you laugh, woven together by its characters. It is a popular work that won the grand prize at the "Manga Taisho 2021" and has surpassed a total of 17 million copies in circulation.

The TV anime will be broadcast continuously for two cours until March 2024.