Sailor Moon Episode 10: The Cursed Bus: Enter Mars, the Guardian of Fire

Canon/MED

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9.2

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kisuke_benihime_462

6 mo

Rei slapping that paper charm right on Usagis forehead was hilarious and seeing Usagi just fall over like that was so funny

cassidy

6 mo

I couldn't help but laugh when Rei started teasing Usagi for being a crybaby as soon as the danger was over

rossiu_adai

6 mo

Rei slapping that paper charm on Usagi and knocking her flat had me laughing so hard and she is already my favorite because she actually gets stuff done while looking cool

Episode Context

Episode 10 marks a pivotal expansion of Sailor Moon's core cast with the highly anticipated introduction of Rei Hino. Sailor Mars, the Guardian of Fire. The episode carries a sense of mystery and supernatural tension as a cursed bus disappearance drives the plot, blending the show's monster-of-the-week formula with genuine stakes and atmosphere. Expect a shift in group dynamics as Usagi encounters a shrine maiden whose fiery personality immediately clashes with her own. The tone balances eerie investigation with the series' signature comedic bickering, and there's a satisfying payoff as the team grows stronger. This is one of the early season's most important entries, delivering both action and character establishment with the kind of energy that rewards viewers who've stuck with the show through its opening stretch.

Runtime24 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateMay 16, 1992

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