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Inuyasha, Volume 20: Curse of the Dark Priestess Review

The first episode, "Fateful Night in Togenkyo, Part II" concludes one of the more pointless plot detours in the series. It's weak on nearly every level. For some reason this is one element of the manga that appears out of order; whatever the reason, they could have dispensed with this. At least other plot detours like "The Lake of the Water God" were only one episode.

Fortunately, or unfortunately, the next two episodes are excellent. The modestly named "The Beautiful Sister Apprentices" is one of the best stand alone episodes in the series thus far. The story centers on Sango, and two young girls who wish to become demon-slayers, but involves much more than that. There's a strong moral message in this episode, about living a strong life, looking after your family, your friends, and the person you love. I can't think of a better episode in terms of utilizing the impressive soundtrack of the show; nearly every scene includes one of the better tracks found on soundtracks 1 and 2. There's comedy, action, drama, all well blended. This is one of those episodes you'll wish was an hour long, rather than just a half-hour. Of the 70 episodes I've seen, this one would make my top 10, maybe even my top 5.

The final episode, "The 50 Year Old Curse of the Dark Priestess" begins a five episode sub-plot that is very good, though you'll be frustrated that it ends here, so quickly. Much like the first movie Kagome is forced, this time through a curse, to turn the sacred arrow on Inu-Yasha, shades of Kikyo 50 years before!

If you can wait it might be better to purchase an entire season's worth of episodes when they are relased together (season 1 so far is the only one available in this format).

Inuyasha, Volume 20: Curse of the Dark Priestess Overview

Although these episodes contain some dramatic action, the stories focus on the emotional bonds that link the characters. By working together, Kagome, Shippo, Miroku, and Inu-Yasha defeat the gargantuan "sage" who sought to create an elixir of immortality. Director Yusunao Aoki uses CG skillfully to show the destruction of a cursed tree by Kagome and Inu-Yasha. Sango and Miroku continue their cautious courtship--until Miroku makes yet another ill-considered pass. Shippo watches and sighs, "Please don't let me grow up to be like him." The adventure takes a sinister turn when Naraku summons Tsubaki, the Dark Priestess who tried to steal the Shikon Jewel from Kikyo a half-century earlier. Tsubaki uses her evil magic to take possession of Kagome and make her attack Inu-Yasha, but the teenage heroine proves more difficult to control than the sorceress anticipated. (Unrated, suitable for ages 13 and older: violence, grotesque imagery) --Charles Solomon

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