What "Xena: Warrior Princess" 22-th episode about
Since Xena must be dead to fight Yodoshi, she allows a samurai and his warriors to hug her. Gabrielle learns that she can bring Xena back to life by burning her body and putting the ashes in a magic spring before sunset on the second day. Gabrielle fights the samurai for Xena's body. She then builds a pyre and collects Xena's ashes. Meanwhile, Xena's spirit comes to a teahouse where other spirits that are against the evil Yodoshi dwell. Eventually Xena defeats Yodoshi and releases the many souls that he has held captive. But, in order for those souls to remain at peace, Xena must stay dead. Gabrielle realizes that she must sacrifice her friend for the greater good. But as she departs, Xena's spirit promises to be with Gabrielle always.
Episode number: 22
Episode name: "A Friend in Need (2)"
Episode release date: 26 june 2001 at 00:00
Status: aired
Rating: 7.7
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