The Private Arc covers chapters 67 to 80 in the Oshi no Ko manga.
Takes place after the Tokyo Blade Arc.
Major spoilers ahead.
Arc Beginning
Tokyo blade crew celebrates after a performance.
Aqua wants more information on the play’s director, Toshiro Kichi.
Kichi reveals failures at the workshop, Aqua’s prying is stopped by Kichi.
Taiki aids Aqua by getting Kichi drunk to reveal secrets.
Discover similarities in acting styles between Taiki and Aqua.
Aqua's real target: Taiki for DNA analysis.
DNA analysis reveals they share the same father—Saro Urara.
Aqua’s Dilemma
Aqua’s primary target for revenge, Saro Urara, is dead.
Faces a crisis in purpose—what to do now?
Kana and Ruby express their concerns for Aqua.
Aqua contemplates living a normal life.
Symbolic moment: Aqua’s dark black staring eye disappears.
Ruby’s Perspective
Insight into Ruby’s bedroom filled with Ai’s posters.
Named her group after Ai's unfulfilled dreams and to remember Goro.
Beethem group films a new music video in the countryside.
Ruby’s flashback to her past life as Serena and its significance.
Reveal of music video’s location linked to Ruby’s rebirth.
Song Composition Challenges
Mako’s plan to create an original song for Beethem group.
Contacts Himura for a song, but he’s struggling creatively.
Ruby’s enthusiasm reignites Himura's creativity.
Aqua’s Struggle and Potential Freedom
Aqua’s struggle to find a purpose beyond revenge.
Ruby notices Aqua’s changed demeanor and invites him to Miaki for relaxation.
Ruby’s background and connection to Miaki (past life as Serena).
Aqua agrees to visit, reflects on relationships, notably with Akane.
Akane and Aqua’s introspective conversations on relationships.
Discovery at Miaki
Encounter at the hospital where Aqua and Ruby were born.
Discovery of Goro’s corpse, leading to intense emotional reactions.
Ruby’s deep crisis and interaction with a mysterious crow girl.
Ruby’s Determination for Revenge
Ruby’s vow for revenge against those responsible for Ai and Goro’s fates.
Awakening of Ruby’s black staring eye, symbolizing her resolve.
Mysterious crow girl's cryptic involvement and provocations.
Final Events and Implications
Final moments: Filming a scene that enthralls the crew with Ruby’s performance.
Ruby and Aqua’s intertwined fates and shifting dynamics in their relationship.
Time skip to the next arc, titled “The Main Stage Arc.”
New focus: Ruby’s revenge-driven journey.
Conclusion of the Private Arc
Transition from Aqua’s revenge-focused narrative to Ruby’s rising motivation.
Teases future developments and potential storytelling directions.
Closing Remarks
Reflection on the transitional nature of the Private Arc.
Anticipation for the Main State Arc and further developments in the series.
Summary
The Private Arc serves as a major plot and character development point, setting up the stage for future arcs with new motivations and challenges for the characters.