D.Gray-man Episode 21: Krory Attacks

Canon/MED

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EPISODE REVIEWS

takure

7 mo

The story unfolds with a steady rise in tension as Krory makes his move. Mitsuo Iwata’s voice acting adds weight to each moment, really, a good job. Find out how things begin to spiral from here.

southeaststillness

7 mo

Once Allen starts realizing something’s off with Krory, the fight shifts into something more emotional. It’s no longer just a clash, and that change makes the episode feel more meaningful.

superkingcow

7 mo

The new location already looks like a terrible place to fight Akuma.

Episode Context

This is a high-tension episode that blends psychological unease with sharp, kinetic action. Allen and Lavi are deep inside a castle that refuses to give up its secrets, and the atmosphere leans hard into gothic suspense before breaking into combat. Arystar Krory III is the focal point here, an unsettling, layered character whose presence raises questions about identity, loyalty, and what it means to be a monster. Eliade adds an emotional undercurrent that keeps the episode from feeling purely action-driven. The pacing shifts deliberately between creeping dread and explosive confrontation, rewarding viewers who enjoy character-driven tension as much as the fighting itself. Expect one of the more psychologically engaging episodes of this stretch.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateFeb 27, 2007

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