Having long faced heretics advocating the heliocentric theory, Nowak is bewildered and retorts with a "Huh?" Antoni counters, suggesting, "There was a particularly strict ruler on cosmology, and unfortunately, those researching the heliocentric theory under his jurisdiction were branded as heretics. This incident turns out to be just a misunderstanding caused by a few people."

Nowak, shaken, questions, "Was it really just me? Was I the only one enforcing the persecution of the heliocentric theory...?" The long-held belief throughout the series that the heliocentric theory was heretical is suddenly overturned, causing a stir online with comments like "Whoa," "Wow, a major plot twist here..." "Such a heavy truth," "Is there anything sadder?" and "All previous actions were just a misunderstanding."

The anime "Orb: On the Movements of the Earth" is based on the popular manga by Uoto, which swept numerous awards, including the Grand Prize of the 26th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize. It is a story depicting people who risked their beliefs and lives to prove the heliocentric theory.

■Episode 22 "You Are Not Characters in History"
[Synopsis]
The Heretic Liberation Front and the knights led by Nowak clash head-on. Duraka and Schmitt escape amidst the chaos, with Duraka's plan being a diversionary tactic. Under Nowak's fierce pursuit, Schmitt musters his last strength. Duraka, narrowly escaping to the city, visits Bishop Antoni. Duraka proposes a deal to the shrewd Antoni. Just as Antoni begins to waver, Nowak bursts in.

(C)Uoto/Shogakukan /On the Movements of the Earth Project

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