BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai Episode 4: Boy
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9.1
22 Fans
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QUICK TAKES
kotomi
VerifiedThis episode was really intense, especially with Baki the strongest kid meeting and fighting the strongest samurai. The narration really makes everything feel exciting and unpredictable. It was an episode full of discovery.
reiannbanacia856
VerifiedThe legendary stronger person and the present strongest is really intense and a cliffhanger episode that you really wanted to watch all 13 episodes in one sitting. It's really a highly anticipated character. The rate for this is all 10/10 must watch and follow this anime.
kento
VerifiedThis episode has more energy, more cutting edge and contemporary tone, more spirited atmosphere. Baki presence adds a stark contrast in mood, especially with how well the voice acting supports that difference.
magicpaul
VerifiedI was caught off guard back there as I did not expect that Baki would meet Musashi this early in the series. The pacing is getting better now, and this gives something to look forward to for Baki.
applepiebycaleb
VerifiedThis episode makes it clear: modern weapons don’t stand a chance against Musashi’s Edo‑era skillset. While I enjoyed the adrenaline in this episode, the payoff feels underwhelming to be honest.
sleepy_317
VerifiedThis episode effectively demonstrates that modern weapons and tactics are child's play to a man of the Edo period. It’s a brutal, fast-paced episode that reinforces one terrifying fact: Musashi isn't looking for a fair fight; he's looking to win a war.
anakt_garden_escapee
VerifiedSteel and fists collide—contrast between tradition and raw strength. Brutality's taken up a notch but it's kind of underwhelming. Maybe I'll like the next episode more.
eatingsocks
VerifiedI had not expected Yujiro and Hanayama to end so quickly; though the fight did well in showing the Ogre's undying strength and will to fight. Things continue to ramp up with the introduction of a pivotal character!
gorlock332
VerifiedThe fact that Musashi could defeat Baki by just holding him like he would a sword is telling about how pivotal he will be in the coming episodes. It seems he will be Baki's new milestone.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedBaki immediately being able to realize and react to Musashi's mental 'attacks' implicates Baki's skill even as a modern day fighter!
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThis episode justifies how Baki has lots of labels on him. Hope we get to see him fight some tough ones real soon (like next episode maybe pls pls pls)
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedBaki is a breath of fresh air in this episode as all we got since the beginning were old people. The contrast he gives, especially his voice acting, makes this episode so much better.
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe pacing is getting better and better. The anticipation build-up is thoughtful throughout the episode. Nothing felt out of place.
reirei
VerifiedOh man, that fight was completely unexpected. I think Baki might have finally met his match. Lol. This is such a thrilling episode that gives us something to look forward to.
katana
VerifiedThat scene with Musashi holding those katanas was absolutely epic. He was ridiculously strong. This episode was pure hype and thrilling, and it delivered so well!
marin_coser
VerifiedIt’s more intense, but I’m still unclear who’s dominating at this point. Me ---- confused
nekokurarisu
VerifiedFinally some action and escalation; the fights feel meaningful and heavy now!
sandaime
VerifiedThis was such an intense episode as Baki finally faced off against the strongest samurai. The unexpected showdown made it even more thrilling and intriguing.
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedThe focus on distance and strategy in subtle confrontations is a treat for fight-geometry nerds like me :3
28181883
VerifiedThe mental slash concept is symbolic rather than literal. It emphasizes Musashi’s psychological dominance. It’s abstract, arguably excessive.
EPISODE CONTEXT
The intense Baki and Musashi confrontation offers thrilling action and psychological depth, but some scouts found the abstract 'mental slash' concept underwhelming.
QUICK TAKES
kotomi
VerifiedThis episode was really intense, especially with Baki the strongest kid meeting and fighting the strongest samurai. The narration really makes everything feel exciting and unpredictable. It was an episode full of discovery.
reiannbanacia856
VerifiedThe legendary stronger person and the present strongest is really intense and a cliffhanger episode that you really wanted to watch all 13 episodes in one sitting. It's really a highly anticipated character. The rate for this is all 10/10 must watch and follow this anime.
kento
VerifiedThis episode has more energy, more cutting edge and contemporary tone, more spirited atmosphere. Baki presence adds a stark contrast in mood, especially with how well the voice acting supports that difference.
magicpaul
VerifiedI was caught off guard back there as I did not expect that Baki would meet Musashi this early in the series. The pacing is getting better now, and this gives something to look forward to for Baki.
applepiebycaleb
VerifiedThis episode makes it clear: modern weapons don’t stand a chance against Musashi’s Edo‑era skillset. While I enjoyed the adrenaline in this episode, the payoff feels underwhelming to be honest.
sleepy_317
VerifiedThis episode effectively demonstrates that modern weapons and tactics are child's play to a man of the Edo period. It’s a brutal, fast-paced episode that reinforces one terrifying fact: Musashi isn't looking for a fair fight; he's looking to win a war.
anakt_garden_escapee
VerifiedSteel and fists collide—contrast between tradition and raw strength. Brutality's taken up a notch but it's kind of underwhelming. Maybe I'll like the next episode more.
eatingsocks
VerifiedI had not expected Yujiro and Hanayama to end so quickly; though the fight did well in showing the Ogre's undying strength and will to fight. Things continue to ramp up with the introduction of a pivotal character!
gorlock332
VerifiedThe fact that Musashi could defeat Baki by just holding him like he would a sword is telling about how pivotal he will be in the coming episodes. It seems he will be Baki's new milestone.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedBaki immediately being able to realize and react to Musashi's mental 'attacks' implicates Baki's skill even as a modern day fighter!
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThis episode justifies how Baki has lots of labels on him. Hope we get to see him fight some tough ones real soon (like next episode maybe pls pls pls)
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedBaki is a breath of fresh air in this episode as all we got since the beginning were old people. The contrast he gives, especially his voice acting, makes this episode so much better.
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe pacing is getting better and better. The anticipation build-up is thoughtful throughout the episode. Nothing felt out of place.
reirei
VerifiedOh man, that fight was completely unexpected. I think Baki might have finally met his match. Lol. This is such a thrilling episode that gives us something to look forward to.
katana
VerifiedThat scene with Musashi holding those katanas was absolutely epic. He was ridiculously strong. This episode was pure hype and thrilling, and it delivered so well!
marin_coser
VerifiedIt’s more intense, but I’m still unclear who’s dominating at this point. Me ---- confused
nekokurarisu
VerifiedFinally some action and escalation; the fights feel meaningful and heavy now!
sandaime
VerifiedThis was such an intense episode as Baki finally faced off against the strongest samurai. The unexpected showdown made it even more thrilling and intriguing.
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedThe focus on distance and strategy in subtle confrontations is a treat for fight-geometry nerds like me :3
28181883
VerifiedThe mental slash concept is symbolic rather than literal. It emphasizes Musashi’s psychological dominance. It’s abstract, arguably excessive.
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