EPISODE CONTEXT

Episodes 1 and 2 established the core cast through dramatic confrontations and mythological backstory; episode 3 pivots to the comedic cohabitation format that anchors the rest of the series, making it a crucial tonal turning point at the OVA's midpoint. The introduction of Ryo-Ohki expands the household dynamic just before episode 4 brings yet another character into the fold, continuing the pattern of each episode growing the ensemble. Sitting at the exact halfway mark of the six-episode run, this breather episode converts the setup into a sustainable status quo for the remaining story.