August 16, 2013 (Bundled with Manga Volume 39) Type: Crossover Special Plot Summary
The episode serves as a crossover between Hiro Mashima's two major works: Fairy Tail and Rave Master .
The episode uses the 2014 series' updated visual style (softer colors, different line work) rather than the original 2009 art style. Fairy Tail (2014) OVA Episode 1
While OVAs are generally considered side stories, this episode is best watched after the but before the Tartaros Arc , as the characters' power levels and designs reflect the 2014 series' starting point.
This guide covers the first OVA released for the 2014 series (and the 7th OVA overall), which adapts a special omake chapter from the manga. August 16, 2013 (Bundled with Manga Volume 39)
Keep an eye out for Plue, who appears in both series, leading to several comedic "identity crisis" moments between the two casts.
Natsu, Lucy, and Happy travel to a new town to take down a troublesome mage. Simultaneously, Haru Glory and Elie (from Rave Master ) arrive in the same town searching for a specific item. This guide covers the first OVA released for
Many Japanese voice actors from the original Rave Master anime (2001) returned to reprise their roles for this special. Where it Fits in the Timeline