Black Butler Season 5, Episode 7, titled “His Butler, Encouraging,”premiered on Saturday, May 17, 2025. This captivating episode centers around Ciel Phantomhive and his loyal butler, Sebastian, as they extend an invitation to Sieglinde Sullivan, aiming to reveal the mysteries of the outside world to her. However, this knowledge holds the potential to challenge the foundations of her beliefs.
The episode also highlights Sieglinde’s efforts to create the Ultimate Magic, hoping it will usher in peace for her village and lead to future visits from Ciel and Sebastian. Unbeknownst to her, the success of this spell carries significant consequences. The animation quality, provided by CloverWorks, faithfully captures the essence of Yana Toboso’s manga, presenting many iconic moments.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from Black Butler Season 5, Episode 7.
Sieglinde Accepts Ciel and Sebastian’s Proposal
The episode begins with a shadowy figure conducting research on witches and werewolves, discovering shocking revelations in ancient texts. Meanwhile, Sieglinde is preoccupied with the Ultimate Magic spell. She firmly believes that once peace is achieved, Ciel and Sebastian will return to visit her.
As Sieglinde immerses herself in her work, Wolfram Geizer, her devoted butler, advises her to get some rest. However, she insists on prioritizing her magical duties over sleep. In a parallel narrative, Ciel Phantomhive grapples with anxiety while reviewing the Queen’s request for tea with Sieglinde, unsure how he will persuade her to comply.
Frustration mounts as Ciel contemplates the difficulty of his task. Aware of the time constraints, he orders his servants to prepare everything for the impending visit and instructs Sebastian to assist him with his attire.
Unveiling the Ultimate Magic
The story transitions to the depths of the Emerald Castle’s basement, where Sieglinde successfully casts the Ultimate Magic, only to black out momentarily. She later awakens in her room with Wolfram beside her, who expresses gratitude for her hard work.
Sieglinde reminisces about her coronation as the Emerald Witch, eliciting nostalgic memories from Wolfram. He encourages her to be proud of her heritage, emphasizing her descent from the Great Emerald Witch. She reflects on the duties she has fulfilled and wonders if her mother would be proud of her accomplishments.
Determined to explore beyond her confines, Sieglinde proposes an outing to learn more about the world outside. However, Wolfram sternly reminds her of their obligations and the laws preventing her from leaving. Later that night, a surprising knock at her window reveals Ciel and Sebastian, catching her off guard.
Upon seeing them, Ciel thanks Sieglinde for her earlier efforts, prompting her to question their intentions. Recognizing her hesitation due to her identity as a witch, Ciel apologizes for the proposal, stating they will depart in the morning. However, Sieglinde’s emotions overwhelm her as she clings to Ciel’s coat, affirming her desire to join them. Sebastian then assists in preparing her for the journey ahead.
Sieglinde’s Awakening
Once Sieglinde agrees to explore the outside world, Ciel and Sebastian take her to the Emerald Castle’s basement, claiming it’s the gateway to new realms. Sebastian explains that an Emerald Witch’s responsibility is to forge the magic circle.
During their exploration, Sieglinde discusses the Werewolves and the dangers of miasma, explaining its detrimental effects on humans. She notes that while miasma was once plentiful and perilous for people, it served as a magical boon for beasts. The decline of sacred magic, which once thrived, resulted in the degradation of both werewolves and witches’ powers.
The werewolves implored the witches to recreate this vital miasma, vowing to protect the woods, which would later be recognized as the Werewolves’ Forest. In their quest for this potent magic, Sieglinde ultimately devises a spell that can generate dense miasma indefinitely, a feat that Sebastian acknowledges as a critical historical lesson.
The narrative thickens when Sebastian reveals a concealed lever, unveiling a hidden passage that allegedly leads to the “outside world.”As they enter this mysterious chamber, Sieglinde is taken aback, discovering an impressive array of gadgets and monitoring systems tracking the villagers’ whereabouts through amulets.
These amulets turn out to be transmitters, further shocking Sieglinde as she comes to grips with the implications. The group descends further into a lab that appears to specialize in chemical manufacturing. Suddenly, they overhear the village crone addressing a gathering of what she claims are Werewolves, announcing that Sieglinde has accomplished her task with the miasma.
Demanding clarity, Sieglinde is approached by the werewolves, only to discover that they are merely humans in costumes. Additionally, the miasma is revealed to be a chemical weapon, a poisonous gas masked by folklore and lies. Ciel exposes the elaborate facade, shattering Sieglinde’s understanding of her reality, while the village crone confirms that her creation, dubbed “SuLIN,”is the most lethal gas known to history.
Conclusion
Black Butler Season 5, Episode 7 chronicles a profound transformation for Sieglinde Sullivan as she grapples with the truth behind the werewolves and the implications of her ultimate creation. The impact of discovering that her life has been built on a distorted narrative leaves her feeling exploited and heartbroken. The episode compellingly portrays her emotional turmoil, making it a pivotal moment in the series.