Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF (2024)
Synopsis
Lawrence is a traveling merchant selling various goods from a horse-drawn cart. One day, he arrives at a village and meets a beautiful girl with the ears and tail of an animal! Her name is Holo the Wisewolf and she brings bountiful harvests. She wishes to return to her homeland, and Lawrence offers to take her. Now, the once-lonely merchant and the once-lonely wisewolf begin their journey north.
Creator
Yuichiro Kubo, Kazutaka Yamanaka
Network
TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TV Osaka
Episodes
The Harvest Festival and the Crowded Driver's Box
An old tale from long ago, that began in a village far, far away. There, a wolf brought bountiful harvests of wheat for an exceedingly long time, until memories of the wolf became antiquated stories. What then, was left for the wolf to do?
Mischievous Wolf and No Laughing Matter
Lawrence and Holo stay overnight in the town where they sell the furs. As Lawrence learns more about Holo, Holo learns about the current state of the Church and shares her own wisdom.
Port Town and Sweet Temptation
After arriving in the great merchant city of Pazzio, Lawrence teaches Holo more about the many kinds of currency in use. Then the Wise Wolf earns her keep - and her title - by demonstrating her bargaining skills.
Romantic Merchant and Moonlit Farewell
Lawrence has figured out the truth behind the silver scheme, and how to profit from it, but in doing so he has made some dangerous enemies. Meanwhile, Holo and Lawrence discuss his grand plans for the future.
Wolf Incarnate and Obedient Lamb
Lawrence reveals Holo's secret to the manager of Milone Trading Company to gain their help in securing Holo's escape. For merchants, money comes first, so why has Medio Trading captured Holo at all? Lawrence must outthink politics to save Holo.
Merchant and Unreasonable God
Holo and Lawrence are trapped in the tunnels below the city, with hunters searching for them in all directions. When danger comes, how far will they go to protect each other?
Scale of God and Sorcerer of the Grasslands
Lawrence and Holo continue on to the next city to sell the pepper and pick up their next goods on the long journey north. Holo puts her nose to good use, once again.
Fellow Traveler and Foreboding News
Our travelers encounter a shepherd along the road. Can the Wise Wolf hold back against an enemy of wolves long enough for Lawrence to build more contacts?
Sweet Honey and Bitter Armor
Lawrence is ready to sell the armor for a great profit and Holo wants her peaches. But when things don't go to plan, will either get what they want?
Wisdom of a Wolf and Smooth Talk of a Merchant
Desperate for money, the wise Wolf proposes a dangerous new plan. But even more dangerous are Holo's emotions, when Lawrence is being rather dense...
Forest of Wolves and Frigid Rain
Nora leads the way into the dangerous woods, and so their risky plan commences. What dangers truly lurk in the woods? Are a brave shepherd and a Wise Wolf strong enough to overcome what lies ahead?
Price of Betrayal and Price of Gold
Betrayed and left for dead, Lawrence waits for Holo's return. Holo is no weak wolf to run off with her tail between her legs, and Lawrence the merchant won't lose his profit either. But will a wolf be willing to save a shepherd?
Supper of Three and Afternoon of Two
Holo, Lawrence, and Nora sit down for a much deserved meal, but Holo's not her usual self. Holo remembers the past and contemplates the future...
New Town and Nostalgic Feeling
Lawrence and Holo continue their long journey north, reaching the town of Kumerson, where they see the first northern pagans of their journey.
Bird Feather and Mysterious Ore
With no real information on how to get to Yoitsu, Lawrence uses all his resources to find more information. Will pagan stories of the North yield any clues?
Night of the Festival and Misaligned Gear
Amati learns about Holo's debt to Lawrence and announces that he will take on the debt and ask Holo to marry him.
Traveling Merchant's Shallow Thinking and Town Merchant's Signboard
Lawrence tries to persuade Amati into a special deal. This could determine the outcome of their agreement...
Goods of Intent and Negotiation of Resolve
Lawrence seeks help from Mr. Batos to acquire pyrite from the alchemists. When he speaks with Diana, she makes him an offer...
God's Unseen Hand and Wolf's Unseen Heart
The price of pyrite keeps rising, but when Diana's representative appears and informs him of the failed deal, Lawrence's plan collapses. Has he lost the bet against Amati and, consequently, Holo?
Church Girl and Miller Boy
With a load of flour, Holo and Lawrence head deeper into the north, arriving at the town of Tereo, searching for an abbey with information on Holo's home.
Pagan Village and Priest's Contract
A friendly evening of drinking at the tavern reveals the true beliefs of the villagers, but how are they able to live so comfortably with the church bearing down on them? Lawrence investigates further, and Holo identifies a miracle she'd like to perform.
Church Teachings and Memories of Father
Meeting with Elsa in the church, Lawrence and Holo are able to learn the truth about Father Franz's studies as Elsa reveals a hidden secret of the church, and the true location of the Abbey.
Orchestrated Catastrophe and Appropriate Retribution
Lawrence and Holo are being used as scapegoats because a person in Enberch died from poisoned wheat from the village of Tereo. How can the two get themselves out of this trap?
Path of the Snake God and Answer of the Wise Wolf
Lawrence, Evan, and Elsa manage to escape from the village on Holo's back. As they take a rest, they observe men from Enberch heading towards Tereo...
Miracle's Path and Journey's Continuation
Elsa's plan succeeds. After Bishop Mendez and the men from Enberch witness the miracle, they leave the village of Tereo alone. Shortly thereafter, Lawrence and Holo plan to continue their journey...
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
狼と香辛料 MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
25
Production
Passione, ENISHIYA, TOHO
