Chapter 453

Chapter 453
Japanese Title	親のつとめ
Translated Title	Duty of a Parent
English Title	A Father's Job
Information
Volume	#53
Arc	Alvarez Empire arc
Japanese Release	September 23, 2015
Anime Episode	Episode 291
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A Father's Job is the 453rd chapter of Hiro Mashima's Fairy Tail.

While the members of Fairy Tail prepare themselves for the upcoming war, Makarov has Warren survey the surroundings with his Magic Radar. Despite this, they are unable to spot the Empire's huge fleet of airships until it is almost upon them, the war beginning earlier than they anticipated.

Summary

Lucy resents the interruption

After Fairy Tail's discussion about how to counter the Alvarez Empire, Lucy returns home and ponders about the Guild's current predicament. Her musings are interrupted by Natsu and Happy, who inform her that Magnolia's evacuation has been completed. As they attempt to make her play a game with them, she reminds them of the gravity of their situation, but Natsu states that he knows it all too well, explaining that he loves competitions, not mortal combat. He then optimistically states that he will live for the future, with Lucy agreeing.

In the Fairy Hills bathhouse, though, Wendy and Erza also discuss about the upcoming war and promise each other to protect their comrades. Meanwhile, while he gazes on the empty town, Gray is approached by Juvia. He thanks her for always being by his side and also swears to give her an answer concerning their relationship after the war, but asks her not to disturb him until then.

	Warren reports no signs of enemy forces

Makarov asks Warren about their environs, with the latter having set up a Super Radar in the guild. They are then interrupted by Mavis, who reveals that she was flying around the town and peeping on the guild members' conversations. When she mentions that they seem to be quite confident, Makarov disagrees as he thinks that they are just believing in the power of their unity and putting up a brave front. But he finds nothing wrong with this attitude, saying that he will be present to support them should they ever falter.

Suddenly, however, the Fairy Tail Mages sense the approach of an unknown force. Warren's radar shows that the town is being attacked by a huge force, turning out to be a huge fleet of airships, headed by Ajeel Ramal.

Characters in Order of Appearance

1. Mavis Vermilion
2. Lucy Heartfilia
3. Natsu Dragneel
4. Happy
5. Wendy Marvell
6. Erza Scarlet
7. Carla
8. Juvia Lockser
9. Gray Fullbuster
10. Makarov Dreyar
11. Warren Rocko
12. Macao Conbolt
13. Wakaba Mine
14. Gajeel Redfox
15. Panther Lily
16. Laxus Dreyar
17. Cana Alberona
18. Levy McGarden
19. Lisanna Strauss
20. Mirajane Strauss
21. Elfman Strauss
22. Ajeel Ramal

Battles & Events

• None

Magic, Spells, and Abilities used

Magic used

• Thought Projection (思念体 Shinentai)
• Aera (翼(エーラ) Ēra)

Spells used

• None

Abilities used

• Flight

Items used

• Magic Radar (魔導レーダー Mahō Rēdā)
• Cruiser Battleship (型巡注艦 Kata-jun Chū-kan)

Arc Navigation

Avatar arc

Alvarez Empire arc

Water Dragon God arc