The rescue team successfully locates Lucy and Yukino but is caught by Princess Hisui , who drops them into the "Abyss Palace," a legendary dungeon from which no one is said to escape. Major Battles & Moments Fairy Tail vs. Sabertooth/Lamia Scale

The third episode of the 2014 series (overall episode 178) is titled "". It originally aired on April 19, 2014, and covers the beginning of the final day of the Grand Magic Games . Episode Overview Title: Fairy Tactician Original Air Date: April 19, 2014 Manga Chapters Adapted: 304, 305 Key Plot Points

Mavis Vermillion , the first master of Fairy Tail, displays her legendary strategic prowess, earning her the title "Fairy Tactician". She perfectly predicts the movements of opponents, allowing Team Fairy Tail to dodge attacks from Rufus Lore and begin picking off members of other guilds.

While the games continue, a separate team consisting of Natsu , Wendy , and Mirajane infiltrates Mercurius to rescue Lucy and Yukino .