Dark Moon: The Blood Altar Episode 12: Dark Moon: The Moon Altar

The episode opens with Heli lying unconscious, a golden symbol flickering on his hand. The symbol changes, morphing into a crescent moon, then interlinked rings, and finally a swirling flame. His golden eyes open slightly, hinting at a power that is both mysterious and painful. This slow, almost dreamlike sequence establishes the gravity of his situation and the enigmatic nature of his abilities.

Heli is now on his knees, bloodied and struggling, calling out for Suha. Jongseop retrieves a bat-hilted sword, his face contorted with fury. He confronts Shion, who already has a sword impaled in his back, blood staining his shirt. Suha lies unconscious on a platform as the scene is engulfed in bright yellow light, leaving Shion in a desperate struggle.

Heli cradles the unconscious Suha, his thoughts a torrent of regret and determination. He recalls a past moment, as Kaan, where he hesitated to bite Suha's neck, fearing he would hurt her. But Suha's belief in him made him happy, a memory that fuels his resolve now. Suha then stirs, opening her eyes and calling out to Heli, acknowledging his past and present acts of rescue.

The reunion is short-lived as Jongseop lunges, snatching Suha from Heli's arms. He chokes Heli with fangs bared, screaming his rage. He accuses Heli of always interfering, claiming Suha would have chosen him if Heli were not present. Suha watches in horror, screaming for him to stop as Jongseop blasts them with blue energy.

Jongseop gloats over the defeated Heli, confident in his victory now that their powers seem lost. He confesses his intricate manipulation: orchestrating events for Suha to be suspected as a vampire, causing loved ones, like Chris, to be attacked. His chilling smile as he says, "You will lose everything here and become mine forever," reveals the depth of his malice. Suha's shock turns to anger, then horror as her own nails lengthen, showing her inner monstrousness.

Trapped underwater, Heli sinks, feeling his strength wane. He curses his powerlessness, remembering Suha's ability to heal them and share her strength. He questions why he cannot use his power when it matters most, feeling utterly useless. His sword falls, then glows mysteriously, suggesting a hidden potential even in his despair.

A golden snowflake symbol appears on Heli's hand, followed by a glowing wolf. He realizes the truth: he carries both vampire and werewolf blood. He questions why he couldn't use this power before, lamenting that it should have been for Suha's protection. A flashback shows a younger, green-eyed Heli learning about his power, unaware of its true purpose. Now, his eyes are heterochromatic, a symbol of his dual nature and growing understanding.

Heli lies on the ground, frustrated by his inability to move swiftly, to reach Suha. He recalls a time when he could move with ease. His despair turns to fierce resolve as he curses his helplessness and vows to punch Jongseop with all his might. The golden symbol on his hand pulses, reflecting his burning desire to protect Suha and his loved ones, rejecting the pain of past losses.

Najak pulls Heli from the water, his hand glowing with golden energy. Heli is confused, feeling a power that isn't Suha's, but a fundamental part of him. He remembers Mage's words: they are Vampire Lords. The crest, his true power, has not disappeared. Heli looks shocked as the symbol on his hand cycles through green, red, blue, and purple, indicating his power's return. The other ENHYPEN members also glow, echoing his awakening.

Heli transforms into a wolf, howling his newfound power. The full moon, now blue, illuminates the chamber. Suha stands on the platform, crowned and glowing, a majestic figure. As a golden sphere descends, Jongseop anticipates becoming King, but his triumph quickly turns to furious shock. He screams, unleashing his power, compelling his cloaked followers to attack each other in a chaotic, self-destructive frenzy.

The magically enhanced followers clash violently, consumed by Jongseop's power. Najak finds Mage imprisoned but safe. A blue werewolf attacks Jongseop, initiating a fierce confrontation. Shion joins the fray, his glowing punches sending Jongseop reeling and spitting blood. Shion declares the fight over, overpowering Jongseop with a purple energy blast that causes the platform to crumble.

Jongseop, engulfed in purple energy, screams in agony but closes his eyes in surrender. He resigns himself to his fate, stating he no longer needs Suha's power or even Suha herself, if he cannot live with her. With a chilling smile and glowing purple eyes, he accepts death, finding solace in the thought of dying alongside her. He is lifted into the air and shatters into glowing fragments, his sword likewise disintegrating as the chamber collapses.

Amidst the ruins, Jongseop, seemingly alive again, expresses his desire to be by Suha's side. But it is Suha who impales him with her sword, then embraces him as he gasps. Heli watches in horror, tears in his eyes. Suha apologizes to Heli, explaining this is the end of her life, and peacefully closes her eyes, telling Heli he was the best knight and that he loved her. Heli responds with, "I love you too, Suha," and they share a tender kiss as their bodies dissolve into shimmering particles.

The glowing Suha reappears on the platform, now surrounded by the kneeling ENHYPEN members in human form. She directs a powerful light that dissipates Jongseop and Shion into particles. With a serene smile, she reaffirms Heli as her best knight and thanks him for his love, before she herself vanishes into light. The surviving members, including Heli, react with a mix of shock and grief. A final, hopeful voice reminds them that after this dark night, dawn will surely come, and they wait for that day.