As we spring into a new set of episode releases for season six of Miraculous Corp’s Miraculous Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir, threats are leveling up, unbeknownst to our heroes. This early spring, the new episodes return us to Paris after our hiatus, ready to dive deeper into the dangers surrounding our heroes.
Though each new episode explores the growing threat of Chrysalis and the Ultrakurmas, The Kingdom is moving its own chess pieces across the board, advancing toward long-game ambitions. The perfect example of this is the all-new episode, “Noe.”
Spoilers below as part of our review and analysis.
This episode perfectly represents Miraculous at its wisest, taking a more subdued approach to planting what will be a major step toward The Kingdom’s desires—all while the citizens of Paris, and even Marinette herself, aren’t fully aware of the inner workings progressing forward.
It all begins with the induction of a character fans are sure to love to hate: Noe Luxus, CEO of the large and diverse Luxus Corp, who is seeking more than simply expanding his business portfolio. Though Noe has either full ownership of a vast array of companies or positions himself as a stakeholder in others (personally ones he can’t outright acquire), he is looking for his next acquisition—mainly that of the late Gabriel Agreste’s brand. Such a move would not only add a notable brand to his corporation but also draw significant attention.
Noe offers a strong pitch to Adrien as a means of making this business transaction happen, but it isn’t his sole reason for being in Paris. While his eyes are on acquiring the Agreste fashion empire, he has far-reaching plans that require the full cooperation of the Miraculous holders and the newly appointed Mayor Bustier.
Despite having moved past seeking fame, Fred, Mylène’s father, is offered a chance to audition for a secret film. Though initially reluctant, he is persuaded to pursue the audition, thanks to Mylène’s encouragement. He not only attends but manages to book the role. Due to the project’s secrecy, he is first forced to sign the contract before even seeing the script.
Fred is delighted to sit down with his daughter to read the script, but that excitement quickly dissipates when they realize it’s not the kind of project they expected. Rather than a film with promise or moral value, it is filled with rigid lies portraying Paris’ heroes, Ladybug and Cat Noir, as collaborating with Monarch. The film’s premise falsely depicts the heroes as incarcerated, a blanket of misinformation that upsets both Mylène and her father.
Although Fred knows the duo only as any other Parisian would, he recognizes the defamation before him. Guided by strong morals, he refuses to participate in spreading these falsehoods. However, having signed the contract, the only way to void his legal commitment is for the project to be canceled by other means. The easiest method? Using a press outlet to expose the misdeed. Fortunately, the father-daughter duo knows just where to begin—the home of Marinette.
During the audition and script reading, Marinette is babysitting Manon. While the two spend most of the afternoon together, Adrien is also present, coming off his meeting with Noe—one that stirs emotions regarding his late father and the uncertainty surrounding the potential sale of the Agreste brand.
With everyone gathered in Marinette’s room, including Manon’s mother, Nadja, Fred and Mylène read over the script to a not-too-pleased audience. Naturally, Marinette and Adrien have strong opinions on the matter, but given their secret identities, overzealous responses are restrained (if anything, Mylène’s initial outrage is the most visible).
Equally dismayed is Nadja, who needs little persuasion. She resolves to make it known that a defamatory film slated to slander Paris’ heroes is in production. However, intent alone does not guarantee results. When she arrives at work to pitch her story, her boss introduces her to the studio’s newest stakeholder—Noe.
Gathering in Mylène’s living room, Fred, Adrien, Marinette, Manon, and Ivan eagerly await Nadja’s broadcast exposing the project. That excitement quickly turns to confusion as Mr. Banana appears on air instead. The group is puzzled until Nadja arrives at their viewing party, explaining that she was let go from the studio, amplifying their frustration.
On-air, Mr. Banana delivers nonsensical remarks, including claims that Mayor Bustier’s election was unjust. This not only creates deep mistrust but also allows the anchor to pivot to his guest, Noe, who expresses interest in potentially running for mayor himself. Naturally, this provokes a strong reaction from Marinette and her companions.
As everyone reacts with outrage, Adrien begins piecing it together: Noe’s enterprise, which offered to acquire his father’s brand, was behind the script and the distrust being spread. This revelation weighs on the group, especially Mylène, who feels overwhelmed by anxiety. Between the impact of Noe’s manipulation, Nadja’s removal, and the potential undoing of Mayor Bustier’s efforts, Mylène retreats to her room.
On the brink of a meltdown, she struggles to recompose herself. This moment of vulnerability allows Chrysalis to find an opening and send an Ultrakurma. Despite her strong emotions, Mylène resists its influence. However, her word choice is misinterpreted by her father, Fred, who believes her anger is directed at him rather than Chrysalis.
Feeling responsible for the incident and his daughter’s distress, Fred seeks out Noe. His flaring anger directs the Ultrakurma toward himself, and The Mime returns before Marinette can intervene. With Fred transformed into The Mime, Marinette and Adrien move to intercept the situation.
Noe has prepared decoy vehicles and bodyguards, tipping the altercation in his favor. Despite this, Mime attacks every vehicle in search of Noe. Mime hides his hat containing the Ultrakurma, preventing Ladybug or Cat Noir from stopping him until he is ready.
The heroes quickly notice Mime’s missing headwear and call for reinforcements—Polymouse and Minotaurox (Mylène and Ivan). Despite her uncertainty, Mylène jumps into action, helping Ladybug and Cat Noir. Without the hat available, the heroes focus on detaining Mime to resolve the situation and reunite him with Noe at the TVi tower. Though this allows Noe to believe his stance on Ladybug and company is justified, there is little appetite for his perspective.
Thanks to Mylène using her powers to communicate with her father as a tiny mouse on his shoulder, Fred breaks free from the akuma’s control and returns to himself. This leads to a confrontation between Fred and Noe, resulting in Noe apologizing and pledging to rectify the situation surrounding the film.
While the conflict between the two men is resolved, Ladybug uses her Lucky Charm to set things fully back in order. Yet the ramifications remain. Nadja, now fired from the studio, pivots to broadcasting on Zoo. An investigation into the previous mayoral election confirms that Bustier’s victory was legitimate. Fred is freed from involvement in the potentially damaging film.
However, the lasting changes—the loss of Nadja’s major network backing, the validation of Bustier’s legitimacy, and the growing influence of Noe—are developments that can expand and create future complications. For Marinette, the concern is rooted in Noe, marking a departure from her once carefree, optimistic mindset.
A very strong intuition confirms that Noe is far from finished. This was phase one: making all of Paris aware of who he is and laying the groundwork. With his companies’ breadth and lineage as the son of Audrey Bourgeois, Noe’s ambitions extend far beyond what his sister Chloe could scheme. It is no mere coincidence that Audrey called Noe “my diamond,” signaling the now-vacant seat in The Kingdom.
While Noe isn’t the flashiest or most action-heavy episode, it establishes the backbone of the series: creating formidable villains and setting up the arc’s endgame. Season six has maintained focus on Gabriel, often through Adrien grappling with grief, but Noe introduces a character positioning himself as the next potential powerhouse in Paris’ fashion world.
Though he calls Gabriel a role model, Noe’s actions indicate he wants to become the new fashion icon. Adrien may initially reject this path, but he will eventually face the question of his father’s legacy and what it means for his own goals, especially as Noe gathers influence.
Noe represents a shift in villain strategy: working smart, operating with higher-level tactics, and building power over time. His major enterprise, growing public presence, and ability to disrupt rivals place him strategically—much like Lila did.
At first glance, his control over a television network seems designed merely to sideline Nadja, but it also gives him a platform he doesn’t have to manage personally. He can leverage the network’s resources to disseminate messages on a mass scale without direct oversight.
While details of Noe’s full plans and his connection to The Kingdom remain unclear, the pressing question is whether he might also be a Sentimonster. Secrets and schemes are multiplying both within and outside the heroes’ view. As season six progresses, the stakes—and the weight of these secrets—continue to grow.
As the saying goes: secrets don’t always stay hidden.