The Price of Smiles

Season 1

TV-PG

On a world far removed from the Earth, there is a certain kingdom that's brimming with smiles. Fate thrusts young Princess Yûki Soleil, filled with idealism, joy and innocence, into a station in life for which her most endearing qualities are ill-matched. Her kingdom faces grave danger as the Empire threatens the realm's security. Meanwhile, on the opposite side of the conflict, an imperial soldier known as Stella Shining hides behind a facade. However, a time may come where her mask cracks, potentially costing her everything. Princess Yûki and Stella's paths will cross, and the fate of nations will follow.

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12 Episodes

The Girl from Soleil
E1
The Girl from SoleilTwelve-year-old Princess Yuki is starting to take on the responsibilities of leading her kingdom. But when the borderland knights Yuni and Lune are rude to her, her retainer Joshua challenges them to a battle in a simulator.
The Truth of the War
E2
The Truth of the WarIn order to hold back the advancing Imperial Army at the border, Grand Master Harold takes the royal flagship to the front lines. Joshua throws himself into his first combat sortie in order to protect Yuki's smile.
The Soldier of Smiles
E3
The Soldier of SmilesA soldier of the Imperial Army, Petty Officer Stella Shining always seems to keep her squad at arm's length. When she and her squad are deployed on a mission with their new commander, he wonders what lies behind her ever-present smile.
The Choice of Hope
E4
The Choice of HopeTwo months have passed since the kingdom and the empire went to war, and the empire continues to advance. As Layla tries to support the despondent Yuki, she thinks back on the tragedy that started it all.
The Night of the Squad
E5
The Night of the SquadTo break through a stalemate a stone's throw from the capital, the Buerger Squad embarks on a night mission. But when Lily runs into unexpected trouble, she ends up relaying her past to Commander Owens.
The Crossroads of Fate
E6
The Crossroads of FateNothing stops the advance of the Grandiga empire, despite the valor of the troops of the Sun kingdom. While most of the residents are evacuated to a safe place, Princess Yuki wonders if it would be wiser to capitulate.
The Sunflowers of the Palace
E7
The Sunflowers of the PalaceAfter the Battle of Hariant, Gail Squadron soldiers try to find the food they need to hold a small party in honor of Pierce who was wounded in action.
The Final Message
E8
The Final MessageWhile Yuki takes command of the Royal Army, Izana tries to smuggle crucial information about the ruined Empire of Verde from behind enemy lines.
The Elegy of Dawn
E9
The Elegy of DawnWith the Kingdom hanging on by a thread, Grand Master Harold ramps up production on the new chrars. But Yuki and Layla pursue a different path based on the data sent by Izana.
The Ignition of Souls
E10
The Ignition of SoulsThe Empire surges onward, but life is grim for soldiers on the front lines. As she survives through tough situations with her teammates and commander, Stella's smile begins to change.
The Resolve of Two
E11
The Resolve of TwoWinter has arrived. Yuki has lost many of those important to her, but she continues to press onward. As the war reaches its final stages, Yuki defiantly claims she will retake Hariant...
The Price of Smiles
E12
The Price of SmilesAs the final battle rages on, Yuki and Stella arrive on distant foreign soil. Yuki has made up her mind to end the war, but Stella stands in her way. What future will these girls bring to their world?