Probably the best chapter so far. The way Satō uses the "reset" is a real-life hack turned into a military strategy. It’s pure cinema. And that exit... that damn exit, this old man scares me.

dyenome

4 mo

Verified

The action in this episode was great, especially the fight between the Ajin and the humans and how tactical everything feels. It also shows what kind of monster Sato is, not only as a villain but also as a fighter.

theonepieceisreal

6 mo

The battle between the Ajins and humans begins. Which side has the greater fighting strength? Will Kei get involved in the fight, or is this battle not for him? How many times can an Ajin die?

Episode Context

The penultimate episode of Ajin's first season delivers exactly the kind of high-octane confrontation the series has been building toward. Expect relentless tactical combat as the Metropolitan Police Assault Team throws everything they have at Sato, a threat that defies conventional engagement. The episode thrives on its cat-and-mouse tension, both sides deploying cunning strategies, adapting in real time, and refusing to yield ground. Polygon Pictures' CG animation is put to work with kinetic action sequences that maintain a breakneck pace throughout. The tone is suffocating and urgent, underscored by the near-impossible challenge of subduing an immortal adversary through mortal means. There's a grim determination on display from every character involved, and the episode earns its exhausted title. This is pure escalation, designed to leave you locked in for the finale.

Runtime24 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceHIGH

Air DateApr 2, 2016

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