Following a tragic loss of her parents, a young princess, Utena Tenjou, receives a rose-emblazoned ring from a visiting prince, promising a fateful reunion. Inspired by this encounter, Utena transforms into a prince herself. Years later at Ootori Academy, where the rose symbol reappears, Utena encounters the enigmatic Anthy Himemiya and the Student Council embroiled in conflicts over her. Unintentionally drawn into the world of Duelists, Utena must duel for Anthy's freedom against those seeking to control her mystical powers. Determined to uphold her princely ideals, Utena challenges the status quo and fights against oppression to protect Anthy from a sinister destiny.