Sylvia’s Secret: What TBATE Episode 3 Left Out

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Summary

  • The Beginning After the End‘s anime adaptation skips crucial details about Sylvia’s backstory and relationship with Arthur.
  • The webcomic explains why Sylvia is on the outskirts of Elshire and her reasons for saving Arthur over the bandit mage.
  • Sylvia’s sacrifice and desire to be called “Grandma” by Arthur are crucial plot points not fully depicted in episode 3.

The live-action version of “The Beginning After the End” is still causing a stir on the internet, splitting fans due to its speed, animation quality, and adherence to the original storyline. As episode 3 drops, it’s evident that certain significant aspects from Sylvia’s meeting with Arthur Leywin, as shown in the webcomic, have been left out.

In a given scenario, Sylvia is an enigmatic figure who rescues Arthur Leywin following his tumble from a precipice during an attempt to safeguard her mother from marauders. She exhibits characteristics similar to a humanoid basilisk, adorned in armor, exuding an ominous aura. However, beneath this intimidating facade lies gentleness and nobility, caring for Arthur as though he were her own offspring.

This article contains spoilers from The Beginning After the End anime and webcomic.

What Fans Missed About Sylvia in TBATE Episode 3

Why Sylvia Is on the Outskirts of Elshire

First Anime Appearance: episode 1
First Webcomic Appearance: chapter 12
First Novel Appearance: chapter 8

In the anime version, there’s no information given about Sylvia’s presence within the narrow zone between Beast Glades and Elshire Forest. However, the webcomic offers additional insights. Sylvia claims that her secret spot remains unknown to others due to her persistent efforts to keep intruders at bay, making Arthur the unusual exception who managed to penetrate her territory. This enigmatic character has been alone since she lost all ties with others. Similarly, just as Arthur yearned for companionship, Sylvia also silently wished for someone decent to be around.

“I am here alone simply because I have no one left to be with.”—Sylvia

Unfortunately for Sylvia, numerous adversaries were relentlessly pursuing her, eagerly seeking something valuable from her possession. Before she stumbled upon a cave crevice, Sylvia had fought these relentless enemies, managing to escape but sustaining a deep chest wound in the process. Remarkably, in the anime version, her injury appeared more like a heart wound rather than a typical chest one.

How Sylvia Meets Arthur for the First Time

In TBATE episode 3, events that immediately follow Arthur’s fall from the cliff are skipped over. However, in the webcomic, after waking up next to the deceased mage and her mother, Arthur hears a formal voice belonging to Sylvia, but he refuses to follow until she promises to take him home to his family. Upon reaching the cave, Arthur initially perceives Sylvia as a collection of sentient rocks, and is further shocked by her appearance in the comic, which differs from her design in the anime adaptation.

Why Sylvia Saves Arthur Over the Bandit Mage

In episode 3, several significant, private discussions between Sylvia and Arthur are missed, such as the enigmatic entity’s explanation for sparing Arthur over the deceased mage. It is later disclosed that Arthur’s bravery and selflessness in shielding his mother, even at the expense of his own life, deeply touched Sylvia. Additionally, she admits to feeling isolated and seeking companionship, although she remains unsure about the true motivations behind her actions.

Why Sylvia Dies

Before Cadell assaults Sylvia within the cave, she was perilously close to death, contradictory to what the anime suggests. In the webcomic, as Sylvia exhausts her energy and power to establish a portal for Arthur’s homecoming, her wound deteriorates progressively. Essentially, she is making the selfless sacrifice to ensure that Arthur can be reunited with his family.

“My last battle with my enemies before I was able to escape left me with this wound.”—Sylvia

To complete the portal, Sylvia shapeshifts into her dragon form, aware that upon transformation, her adversaries like Cadell can trace her concealed location. Interestingly, Cadell seems to covet something from Sylvia; it’s probably the enigmatic stone or egg she passed on to Arthur prior to their separation, which he now possesses.

Sylvia Wishes For Arthur To Call Her Grandma

In the third episode of the anime, it’s Arthur who chooses to address Sylvia as “Grandma,” while in the webcomic, Sylvia insists that Arthur refers to her as such only once. Despite this subtle change, the series presents a unique twist on their interaction. At first, Arthur resists Sylvia’s request, hoping they can travel through the portal together. However, Sylvia bids farewell and urges him through the portal. In this moment, Arthur realizes what Sylvia truly desires from him, and he calls her “Grandma” for the first and only time, fulfilling her final wish.

As the intimidating individual in dark armor strode off, I found myself contemplating her solitary demeanor.

In summary, the speedy progression in episode 3 of “The Beginning After the End” overlooked significant details regarding Sylvia and her connection with Arthur, which anime-only viewers should understand to grasp the true depth of events. A more effective approach would have been to spread these events over at least two episodes, offering a richer context for the audience.

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2025-04-20 16:10