# Platinum End, Vol. 13
## Part I: The Final Showdown
- **The Gathering of Candidates**
- Remaining candidates prepare for the ultimate battle.
- Tensions rise as each candidate stakes their claim to become the next god.
- Professor Yoneda reveals his plan to sabotage the selection process.
- **Professor Yoneda's Resistance**
- Yoneda’s motivations and backstory explored in detail.
- His belief that no new god should be chosen explained through flashbacks.
- Strategies employed by Yoneda to disrupt the divine succession.
- **Mirai's Resolve**
- Mirai steps into a leadership role among the candidates.
- Internal conflict within Mirai about assuming the mantle of godhood.
- Determination to stop Yoneda at any cost, even if it means becoming god.
## Part II: The Battle Unfolds
- **Opening Moves**
- Initial confrontations between candidates reveal hidden powers.
- Alliances form and dissolve rapidly during combat.
- Key moments showcasing individual strengths and weaknesses.
- **Strategic Maneuvers**
- Tactical use of angelic weapons and divine abilities by candidates.
- Psychological warfare intensifies as trust erodes among participants.
- Unexpected betrayals shift the dynamics of the battlefield.
- **Yoneda's Gambit**
- Execution of Yoneda’s master plan to prevent the emergence of a new god.
- Revelation of secret allies or tools he has been hiding throughout the series.
- High-stakes clash between Yoneda and the leading candidates.
## Part III: Climactic Confrontation
- **Mirai vs. Yoneda**
- Epic duel between Mirai and Professor Yoneda.
- Exploration of themes like sacrifice, destiny, and free will.
- Emotional weight of Mirai’s decision to embrace or reject godhood.
- **Fate of the Candidates**
- Outcomes for other candidates involved in the final showdown.
- Some fall in battle, while others find redemption or closure.
- Reflection on how far each character has come since the beginning of the series.
- **Resolution and Aftermath**
- Identity of the new god revealed (if applicable).
- Implications of this choice for humanity and the world moving forward.
- Lingering questions about the nature of divinity and power.
## Part IV: Epilogue
- **New Beginnings**
- Life after the conclusion of the divine selection process.
- Characters adjust to their new roles or lives post-battle.
- Hints at future challenges or unresolved tensions.
- **Themes and Messages**
- Recap of central themes: morality, ambition, love, and justice.
- Lessons learned by characters and readers alike.
- Philosophical reflections on what it truly means to hold ultimate power.
- **Closing Notes**
- Author’s commentary on the journey of writing *Platinum End*.
- Acknowledgment of fan support and anticipation for future projects.
- Final thoughts to leave readers with a lasting impression.