Dan Da Dan Episode 2: That's a Space Alien, Ain't It?!
Manga chapter 3-5
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
9.6
25 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
Dan Da Dan Episode 2: That's a Space Alien, Ain't It?!
Manga chapter 3-5
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
9.6
25 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
johnpoh
VerifiedThe second episode started out funny but quickly escalated to lots of action and Ken (now Okarun) awakening his powers.
Again, the visuals and soundtrack are great, but the way they defeated the alien felt a bit lacking. Also not sure why the alien is designed like a sumo wrestler and why having its hands on the ground would injure it.
Otherwise not a bad episode and I'll definitely keep watching.
sagarmatha
VerifiedOkarun menang banyak di ending lah. Hahahah.
Emang klop banget pasangan ini. Shipping alert.
Agak kesal sama cursenya. Gimana mereka bisa ngatasinnya ya?
Oh, ya episode ini sebagus itu setengah bagiannya in black & white, sampe nggak sadar.
Emang klop banget pasangan ini. Shipping alert.
Agak kesal sama cursenya. Gimana mereka bisa ngatasinnya ya?
Oh, ya episode ini sebagus itu setengah bagiannya in black & white, sampe nggak sadar.
pandemania55
Verifieddon't see nothing redeemable, the fight and the animation was something disrupted, sometimes i lost the fight, and don't see coherency among the cuts, don't see tension at all, was tedious to see i don't know why, i hope that this change in future episodes
dailovers
VerifiedIt's hilarious how Okarun can't use his real name lol. His transformation is such a funny yet cool mix. I also really admire Momo, she's not just powerful but incredibly smart too.
rynnohana
VerifiedIt's possible to mix and match the themes in this anime so you can just connect them. Okarun also looks cool but it's still scary. The atmosphere every time I watch this anime definitely feels chaotic.
tenshi_
Verifiedit’s a really good episode, especially the animation – I loved it. As always, it’s funny, action-packed and a good granny perm.
andriyosafat
VerifiedThe transformation scene is visually trippy. It balances horror and comedy perfectly. A great choice if you like creative monster designs.
mochatea
VerifiedWOW, it’s only episode 2 but the animation during the fight scenes is PHENOMENAL!! Seriously! The plot is also building up really nicely! What started off as a quirky trait for Okarun, really turned into such a badass power up! Love where the story is heading and how they utilize their powers✨
bhaskaram601
VerifiedSick animation that genuinely gives the chills in some scenes! Beautifully choreographed action scenes and some nice humor underlying the intensity. Character design is creepy and absolutely fits the bill. Excited for the next one.
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedWho would have thought about making an anime about two people fighting about their beliefs about aliens and ghosts? It's so random but I'm totally here for it LMAO dynamic duo feels
cloudy_sandy
VerifiedOkarun gets pushed way out of his comfort zone, and Momo proves she’s not just talk.
Their reactions feel real — scared, confused, but still stubborn. The show balances absurd supernatural stuff with genuine character reactions really well.
Their reactions feel real — scared, confused, but still stubborn. The show balances absurd supernatural stuff with genuine character reactions really well.
pochita
VerifiedAnother great episode. I'm really hype to see Okarun's first transformation. Momo and Okarun's interaction in this episode is comedy gold but also a bit heartwarming. You can really feel their relationship is growing.
gureto_daze
VerifiedThe strange themes start settling in and the weirdness becomes fun. You already feel the world’s odd rules teasing what’s coming later.
francis0987334
Episode 2 delivers a good balance of comedy and action as Akase and Takakura fight together. The change in colors during the fight scenes was great to highlight the power of their enemy. The music choice was also great and used efficiently during the transformation.
jonathandlr13
The animation of this episode is great! The character build up which involves their knowledge and abilities makes this a must watch!
kmfacelo
Momo realizes she’s got some Mojo going on. And you guessed it—uses it to save Okarun from Diddy Aliens that want the banana. The animation is so fluid that it feels like the studio is flexing. Okarun’s cursed form is officially the coolest transformation this year.
aiyase
The tension gets real fast! They're still fighting things out but the pressure is rising! You can feel the panic the stubborness, and that tiny bit of trust starting to build.
jmdagreat
The powers activate, the chaos doubles, and the animation pops off. It’s weird, funny, and intense all at once — but the chemistry between Momo and Okarun keeps it grounded. Aliens + ghosts + awkward teens = peak chaos.
jeerox
Another fun episode, I mean they really have the chemistry, I love it, it is the best thing in this show. I love how they joke around each other, it is so refreshing from other fighting animes. Dan Da Dan has one of the best original skits for me.
bigirv
Since the first episode I think I understand now why the manga is so successful. The dynamic between Okarun and Momo, also Yokai mythology element is so interesting to watch they really made something from "boring" mythology into an interesting lore.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Coming off a premiere that threw Momo and Okarun into the supernatural deep end, Episode 2 expands the scope of threats they're dealing with and begins defining the rules of their evolving abilities. It serves as early-season worldbuilding that bridges the initial setup into the more consequential confrontations ahead, directly laying groundwork for Episode 3's 'Granny vs. Granny Clash.' At just episode two of twelve, this is still foundation-laying territory, but Dandadan builds its foundations at a dead sprint.
QUICK TAKES
johnpoh
VerifiedThe second episode started out funny but quickly escalated to lots of action and Ken (now Okarun) awakening his powers.
Again, the visuals and soundtrack are great, but the way they defeated the alien felt a bit lacking. Also not sure why the alien is designed like a sumo wrestler and why having its hands on the ground would injure it.
Otherwise not a bad episode and I'll definitely keep watching.
sagarmatha
VerifiedOkarun menang banyak di ending lah. Hahahah.
Emang klop banget pasangan ini. Shipping alert.
Agak kesal sama cursenya. Gimana mereka bisa ngatasinnya ya?
Oh, ya episode ini sebagus itu setengah bagiannya in black & white, sampe nggak sadar.
Emang klop banget pasangan ini. Shipping alert.
Agak kesal sama cursenya. Gimana mereka bisa ngatasinnya ya?
Oh, ya episode ini sebagus itu setengah bagiannya in black & white, sampe nggak sadar.
pandemania55
Verifieddon't see nothing redeemable, the fight and the animation was something disrupted, sometimes i lost the fight, and don't see coherency among the cuts, don't see tension at all, was tedious to see i don't know why, i hope that this change in future episodes
dailovers
VerifiedIt's hilarious how Okarun can't use his real name lol. His transformation is such a funny yet cool mix. I also really admire Momo, she's not just powerful but incredibly smart too.
rynnohana
VerifiedIt's possible to mix and match the themes in this anime so you can just connect them. Okarun also looks cool but it's still scary. The atmosphere every time I watch this anime definitely feels chaotic.
tenshi_
Verifiedit’s a really good episode, especially the animation – I loved it. As always, it’s funny, action-packed and a good granny perm.
andriyosafat
VerifiedThe transformation scene is visually trippy. It balances horror and comedy perfectly. A great choice if you like creative monster designs.
mochatea
VerifiedWOW, it’s only episode 2 but the animation during the fight scenes is PHENOMENAL!! Seriously! The plot is also building up really nicely! What started off as a quirky trait for Okarun, really turned into such a badass power up! Love where the story is heading and how they utilize their powers✨
bhaskaram601
VerifiedSick animation that genuinely gives the chills in some scenes! Beautifully choreographed action scenes and some nice humor underlying the intensity. Character design is creepy and absolutely fits the bill. Excited for the next one.
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedWho would have thought about making an anime about two people fighting about their beliefs about aliens and ghosts? It's so random but I'm totally here for it LMAO dynamic duo feels
cloudy_sandy
VerifiedOkarun gets pushed way out of his comfort zone, and Momo proves she’s not just talk.
Their reactions feel real — scared, confused, but still stubborn. The show balances absurd supernatural stuff with genuine character reactions really well.
Their reactions feel real — scared, confused, but still stubborn. The show balances absurd supernatural stuff with genuine character reactions really well.
pochita
VerifiedAnother great episode. I'm really hype to see Okarun's first transformation. Momo and Okarun's interaction in this episode is comedy gold but also a bit heartwarming. You can really feel their relationship is growing.
gureto_daze
VerifiedThe strange themes start settling in and the weirdness becomes fun. You already feel the world’s odd rules teasing what’s coming later.
francis0987334
Episode 2 delivers a good balance of comedy and action as Akase and Takakura fight together. The change in colors during the fight scenes was great to highlight the power of their enemy. The music choice was also great and used efficiently during the transformation.
jonathandlr13
The animation of this episode is great! The character build up which involves their knowledge and abilities makes this a must watch!
kmfacelo
Momo realizes she’s got some Mojo going on. And you guessed it—uses it to save Okarun from Diddy Aliens that want the banana. The animation is so fluid that it feels like the studio is flexing. Okarun’s cursed form is officially the coolest transformation this year.
aiyase
The tension gets real fast! They're still fighting things out but the pressure is rising! You can feel the panic the stubborness, and that tiny bit of trust starting to build.
jmdagreat
The powers activate, the chaos doubles, and the animation pops off. It’s weird, funny, and intense all at once — but the chemistry between Momo and Okarun keeps it grounded. Aliens + ghosts + awkward teens = peak chaos.
jeerox
Another fun episode, I mean they really have the chemistry, I love it, it is the best thing in this show. I love how they joke around each other, it is so refreshing from other fighting animes. Dan Da Dan has one of the best original skits for me.
bigirv
Since the first episode I think I understand now why the manga is so successful. The dynamic between Okarun and Momo, also Yokai mythology element is so interesting to watch they really made something from "boring" mythology into an interesting lore.
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