No Longer Allowed in Another World episode 9: Osamu Dazai’s Party Arrives at Samstag as Nir Takes the Spotlight

Episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World, entitled Turn Me Into a Lump of Ash, was broadcasted on September 3, 2024, on various Japanese networks including AT-X. The episode follows Osamu Dazai and his companions as they journey through the scorching desert known as Samstag, in order to reach the Dritten Cathedral. It is worth noting that this region happens to be Nir’s place of origin.

At Samstag, Dazai and his companions encountered Otherworlders and new acquaintances. The ninth episode of No Longer Allowed in Another World, based on chapters 20 to 22 of Hiroshi Noda’s manga series, focused on Nir and was skillfully adapted by AtelierPontdarc, successfully capturing the essence of the iconic scenes from the manga.

Please be aware that this article includes spoilers from episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World.

No Longer Allowed in Another World episode 9: Osamu Dazai arrives at Nir’s hometown

Annette and Tama (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

The ninth episode of “No Longer Allowed in Another World”opens with Osamu Dazai’s group reaching the sweltering Samstag region. Annette explains that this is the quickest path to the Dritten Cathedral, their intended destination.

Despite the lack of any noticeable landmarks, Annette and Tama contemplate whether or not they should continue through the area. Suddenly, Nir discloses that he is a native of Samstag. The red-haired warrior assures the group that they can rely on him to be their guide and not have any concerns.

In episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World, the storyline shifts to a group of Otherworlders ambushing Osamu Dazai’s party in an attempt to extort money from them. Despite the Otherworlders’ demands, Annette and Tama refuse to comply and instead showcase their impressive combat abilities to fend them off.

Nir gets frozen with fear (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

At the same time, Osamu Dazai continues to be unprotected. Nir tries to save Sensei from the bandits, but becomes paralyzed with fear. Toru (the Otherworlder with a mohawk) cautions Nir about his poisonous scorpion, whose one sting can result in death after an hour of unbearable agony.

Despite Dazai’s request for a painful death, Sensei’s own poison ends up causing the scorpion to be blown away instead of killing Sensei. Dazai had willingly stepped forward, seeking the “blessing”of a painful death, but Sensei’s poison had a different outcome.

Toru becomes enraged by the result. After one of his lackeys suggests it, Toru departs with his gang. Nevertheless, he intends to address the issue with Sensei and the others at a later time.

Kathy and the children at the orphanage (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

In the meantime, Tama, Sensei, and Annette manage to uplift Nir’s spirits. Osamu Dazai reminds the boy that it is common for heroes to face ridicule before they become strong. Annette requests Nir’s assistance in navigating through the desert, which brings a smile to the boy’s face.

The plot of No Longer Allowed in Another World episode 9 follows Nir as he leads Osamu Dazai and the rest to the Wuste orphanage, his childhood home. Upon arriving, Nir is joyfully reunited with his foster grandmother, Kathy, as well as his siblings from the orphanage. Kathy kindly prepares a meal for everyone, which is met with much satisfaction, except for Sensei who finds the flavor to be lacking.

The elderly woman discloses that an unknown person has been leaving food at their doorstep every morning, and she is grateful for their kindness and assistance. Despite not knowing the person’s identity, she is happy to receive the help.

No Longer Allowed in Another World episode 9: Nir meets the orphanage’s benefactor

Sensei and the kids in No Longer Allowed in Another World episode 9 (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

As night falls, Nir and the rest of the group become vigilant upon hearing a distant howl. Kathy informs them that a ravenous wolf has been spotted in the area recently and advises them to avoid going outside at night.

The narrative then turns its attention to Nir, who spots a shadowy figure outside the window. To his surprise, he sees a middle-aged man carrying vegetables. Nir remembers Kathy mentioning a donor who regularly provides food to the orphanage, and assumes it is the same man.

Saito, a man in his middle age, expresses to Nir that he takes great pleasure in seeing the children’s smiles. However, he prefers to admire their happiness from a distance rather than directly handing over the items. After this, Nir shares his past with Saito.

Saito and Nir (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

Episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World reveals that Nir’s parents had died when he was a child. As a result, he was placed in an orphanage where he was raised with the other children. His ambition is to become a valiant swordsman so that the orphans can take pride in calling the orphanage their home.

Inspired by Nir’s touching tale, Saito aspires to embody the same kindness as the young boy. As the sun rises, Nir extends an invitation for Saito to join the children for breakfast. However, Saito humbly declines, feeling that he does not deserve to be included. Instead, he joins the man in collecting additional food supplies for the orphanage.

No Longer Allowed in Another World Episode 9: Saito’s Backstory Revealed

Toru and his gang (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

In episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World, the focus shifts to Kathy as she urgently informs Nir and the rest of the group that Nate, a child from the orphanage, has been taken by the gang of Otherworlders.

Toru insists on receiving payment for remaining in the area. Annette and Tama resist, but the large number of Toru’s associates poses a difficult obstacle. In the meantime, Nir experiences another bout of paralysis while attempting to rescue his sibling.

At that moment, Saito arrives and leads Nir to a secure place. Feeling disheartened, the boy reflects on his own cowardice. Interestingly, Saito opens up about a past traumatic experience. He reassures Nir and takes charge of the situation. The ninth episode of No Longer Allowed in Another World reveals Saito’s true identity as an otherworlder with the ability to transform into a werewolf.

Saito as the werewolf (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

It is evident that he has been protecting the region from the relentless monsters. Unlike the other malevolent Otherworlders, he displays a kind and compassionate demeanor. In episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World, Saito is seen in a frenzied state while battling Toru’s gang.

Just as he is about to use his fangs to kill Toru, Nir intervenes and prevents him from doing so. Nir knows that if Saito continues his destructive rampage, he will never be the same person. With Nir’s courageous determination, the Otherworlder’s anger subsides and he returns to his true form. While this is happening, Toru and his gang manage to escape from the situation.

Saito recalls a memory (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

In No Longer Allowed in Another World episode 9, Saito shares his backstory. Similar to Nir, he also experienced the loss of his parents at a young age. He spent his days alone as a disabled person until one day, a young man reached out to him and changed his life.

Despite Saito’s efforts, he was unable to defend his friend from a group of bullies. He expresses regret, believing that if he had been physically able, he could have saved his friend. Dazai, who has been listening to Saito’s account, dismisses his words as excuses. However, Nir reminds Sensei that not everyone possesses the same strength as him.

Sensei uses his skill to send Saito back to his world (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

Dazai relates to Saito’s situation as he, too, is someone who tends to flee and make excuses when faced with difficult situations. However, he also has a strong desire to defend those he cares about and is determined to stand his ground. In episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World, Nir’s remarks greatly influence Dazai’s outlook.

Despite his own lack of courage, Dazai believes that Saito’s compassionate nature more than compensates for it. As such, Dazai writes a story for the Otherworlder, causing him to return to his own world. This results in an emotional reunion between Saito and his friend on Earth, marking the end of episode 9 of No Longer Allowed in Another World.