Witch Watch Episode 20: The Lost Wolf and the Stray Cat

Manga chapter 39-40

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

10.0

7 Fans

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← Prev: EP 19Next: EP 21 →

Witch Watch Episode 20: The Lost Wolf and the Stray Cat

Manga chapter 39-40

Canon/MED
← Prev: EP 19Next: EP 21 →

OSHIMETER

10.0

7 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

hamty's avatar
hamty
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A sweet, lovey-dovey episode that goes beyond cute moments, diving into complex feelings that ultimately strengthen their bond. Keigo finally gets a solid standalone spotlight as himself, not as wolf, and Nemu's struggle is also explored with great depth. A deep and sweet episode
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shinywaffles
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A ship episode that also has a musical. This show just has every genre up its sleeves. This character highlight episode really did Keigo major justice and we got some really sweet moments out of it. Yet another wonderful episode. Loved custom end scene as well - nice touch!
nicholas9547481273's avatar
nicholas9547481273
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Confronting one’s feelings is hard. Here, how Nemu has done it, is quite amazing. The pace of this episode is swift, and it uses linear direction to unfold the plot. Keigo’s inferiority complex was also represented naturally. Their interaction sums up the flow of the story.
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adg_1
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After the MoiNico-centric ep comes another pair’s time to shine~ 🐱💖🐺 The heartwarming emotions and incredible action in this episode are fantastic! The Disney-esque musical number was a nice touch, too. Excellent character study episode!!
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jmdagreat
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Essential because it finally forces the "will-they-won't-they" tension between Nico and Morihito to a boiling point. It’s appealing because it uses a classic magical trope (the personality flip) to achieve real character progression rather than just using it for a one-off joke.
katana's avatar
katana
I love that they showed more background for the supporting characters, giving us more knowledge about their personalities and making it wholesome!

I love Nemu and Keigo's dynamic. They're so cute together ❤️
caturteer's avatar
caturteer
Fun episode exploring the character personalities and situations. Also more Nemu

EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off episode 19's nostalgic revisit of Morihito and Nico's childhood bond, this episode pivots to flesh out the supporting cast by centering Keigo and Nemu's evolving relationship. Positioned at episode 20 of 25, it marks a deliberate expansion of the show's emotional scope as the season enters its final quarter. The character groundwork laid here sets up the interpersonal dynamics that subsequent episodes will continue to build on as the series approaches its conclusion.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off episode 19's nostalgic revisit of Morihito and Nico's childhood bond, this episode pivots to flesh out the supporting cast by centering Keigo and Nemu's evolving relationship. Positioned at episode 20 of 25, it marks a deliberate expansion of the show's emotional scope as the season enters its final quarter. The character groundwork laid here sets up the interpersonal dynamics that subsequent episodes will continue to build on as the series approaches its conclusion.

QUICK TAKES

hamty's avatar
hamty
VerifiedVerified
A sweet, lovey-dovey episode that goes beyond cute moments, diving into complex feelings that ultimately strengthen their bond. Keigo finally gets a solid standalone spotlight as himself, not as wolf, and Nemu's struggle is also explored with great depth. A deep and sweet episode
shinywaffles's avatar
shinywaffles
VerifiedVerified
A ship episode that also has a musical. This show just has every genre up its sleeves. This character highlight episode really did Keigo major justice and we got some really sweet moments out of it. Yet another wonderful episode. Loved custom end scene as well - nice touch!
nicholas9547481273's avatar
nicholas9547481273
VerifiedVerified
Confronting one’s feelings is hard. Here, how Nemu has done it, is quite amazing. The pace of this episode is swift, and it uses linear direction to unfold the plot. Keigo’s inferiority complex was also represented naturally. Their interaction sums up the flow of the story.
adg_1's avatar
adg_1
VerifiedVerified
After the MoiNico-centric ep comes another pair’s time to shine~ 🐱💖🐺 The heartwarming emotions and incredible action in this episode are fantastic! The Disney-esque musical number was a nice touch, too. Excellent character study episode!!
jmdagreat's avatar
jmdagreat
VerifiedVerified
Essential because it finally forces the "will-they-won't-they" tension between Nico and Morihito to a boiling point. It’s appealing because it uses a classic magical trope (the personality flip) to achieve real character progression rather than just using it for a one-off joke.
katana's avatar
katana
I love that they showed more background for the supporting characters, giving us more knowledge about their personalities and making it wholesome!

I love Nemu and Keigo's dynamic. They're so cute together ❤️
caturteer's avatar
caturteer
Fun episode exploring the character personalities and situations. Also more Nemu

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