: Max’s investigation causes a major political scandal in Washington. Sing convinces Yut-Lung to end his pursuit of Ash and Eiji.
: The episode begins with the rescue of the hostages. Ash, Sing, and Blanca face off against Colonel Foxx and Golzine. Banana Fish Episode 24
: All research and evidence related to the Banana Fish project are destroyed, ensuring no one can replicate the drug. : Max’s investigation causes a major political scandal
: Ash kills Lao in return and then makes his way to the New York Public Library. He continues reading Eiji's letter while bleeding out and eventually rests his head on the table, appearing to pass away with a peaceful smile. Ash, Sing, and Blanca face off against Colonel
: While the manga's side story "Garden of Light" confirms Ash's death, the anime adaptation by MAPPA MAPPA Official Site technically leaves it as an open ending, though most fans interpret it as his final rest. Key Themes & Impact
: As Ash walks through the streets reading the letter, he is distracted and stabbed by Lao.