A tender moment shows a young Elfman caring for the egg despite his outward appearance, highlighting his protective nature. Themes and Reception
After a brief scare where the egg goes missing—only to be found with Elfman, who was keeping it warm—the egg hatches. Instead of a dragon, a blue, winged cat emerges. The joy the birth brings to the bickering guild members inspires Natsu to name him Happy . Fairy Tail (Dub) Episode 20
The episode begins with a minor falling out between Natsu and Happy after a fishing trip. This conflict prompts Lucy and Mirajane to look through old guild photos, leading to a long flashback that reveals Happy’s origins. A tender moment shows a young Elfman caring
The flashback reveals a younger, more rebellious Mirajane who frequently bickered with a similarly competitive Erza, contrasting sharply with Mirajane's current gentle persona. The joy the birth brings to the bickering
Six years prior, a young Natsu finds a large, mysterious egg in the East Forest. Convinced it’s a dragon egg, he brings it to the guild, where Master Makarov tells him he must raise it with "love and warmth" to hatch it.
