[DreadBringer]

New mystery, something suspicious regarding the main character now.

So Shoma finally reveals his identity because of him blurting out Karakida when seeing Valen's human form thus he's forced by Valen to do so. Although Shoma and Hanto seem to be growing closer, using each other's given names, there's still a potential tension as Shoma realizes that, to Hanto, he appears to be just another modified human like himself. Hanto also expresses frustration towards Shoma for focusing on him instead of defeating Granute Early, though he later apologizes for his outburst.

This section reveals that Hanto doesn't value his own life due to his numerous losses. In contrast, Shoma values life and this is why he protects others, including Hanto. I wonder if this suggests that Shoma is a hero who doesn't condone recklessness or sacrificial methods. Shoma experiences headaches whenever he hears about Hanto's mother, Sae, being eaten by Granute. There is a theory suggesting that Shoma himself was the Granute that consumed Sae. This reminds me of Joker Undead pre-Hajime.

I'm not sure if Gavv would even be able to defeat Granute Early if he followed Valen's wishes. Valen wants all Granutes to be exterminated, but that doesn't guarantee Gavv's success. Unless Guruchan can solo Granute Early. Zakuzakuchips’ swords can be strengthened with Valen's chocolate, but I was expecting more in Valen filling the bowl with a substantial amount of chocolate, thinking of something like Geats filling up the tank with water to blow away the Jamato hordes.

The compressed humans not remembering any moments from when they were compressed might potentially have Emi never learn about being scammed, though turns out she did, and for this case, Sachika tolerating the Riders is utilized like Hanto in ep. 5, to help more people understand that they're not monsters. Though likely Emi wouldn't be targeted anymore after this because she's no longer happy and has become fearful of further attacks. No longer a premium ingredient.

And yes, Granute Early tries to scam other people now, using alternative accounts like "Getaro", like real life scammers. Sachika continues her role as an informant, working tirelessly through the night to identify Granute Early's alternate accounts, though it's a trial and error case. Her efforts highlight her dedication to helping others, Emi and Hana in this case. More, and unexpected, similarity to Philip, Shoma too even crossdresses to bait the Granute Early from Sachika's information.

After meeting Gavv, Lango realizes why Jeebh and Shita failed in their mission; Gavv's physical strength exceeds Lango's expectations. Despite this, Jeebh and Shita are still expelled from the hideout they created, as they are no longer part of the company. They're portrayed more sympathetically, especially in the moment when their hands are forcibly pulled apart. However, they still lack positive traits, apart from their love for each other, and they continue to deflect blame onto Gavv.