: The episode is part of the long-running English dub of Fairy Tail , which features main voice actors like Todd Haberkorn ( Natsu ), Cherami Leigh (Lucy), Newton Pittman (Gray), and Brittney Karbowski (Wendy).
, titled "Best Partner," serves as the pivotal starting point for the Tenrou Island Arc , one of the most significant storylines in the series. In this episode, Guild Master Makarov Dreyar announces the annual S-Class Mage Promotion Trial , selecting eight candidates to compete for the title of S-Class Mage on the guild's sacred ground, Tenrou Island . Key Episode Highlights Fairy Tail (Dub) Episode 97
: Makarov selects Natsu Dragneel , Gray Fullbuster , Juvia Lockser , Elfman Strauss , Cana Alberona , Fried Justine , Levy McGarden, and the mysterious newcomer Mest Gryder as the year's contenders. : The episode is part of the long-running
: This episode adapts content from Chapters 201 and 202 of Hiro Mashima's original manga. Episode 97 | Fairy Tail Wiki | Fandom Key Episode Highlights : Makarov selects Natsu Dragneel
: Per the rules, each candidate must choose a non-S-Class partner for the trial. The official teams formed are: Natsu & Happy Gray & Loke Cana & Lucy Heartfilia Juvia & Lisanna Strauss Levy & Gajeel Redfox Elfman & Evergreen Fried & Bickslow Mest & Wendy Marvell