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Around the world in only 5 episodes. While it was okay to have a safari tour of all the kingdoms and their cultures, I'm a lot more interested in what comes next, with the in-universe reveal of Gira Hastie that was spoiled in a magazine weeks ago and how Racles intends to deal with this credible threat to his position. We know the world of Terra and its characters, so let's see how those characters clash!

Rita's leaning more on the darker side of heroism, similar to Kaguragi. In private with Moffun, they confess their sadism towards defendants, wanting to punish them severely for their crimes. However, while they secretly enjoy the prosecution a lot more than the acquittal, it's clear that they are seriously devoted to having a fair and objective trial and willing to put aside their own biases for that. I think Rita is a trustworthy person with a functional moral compass, at least. Gokkan making its prisoners freeze as punishment seems like it's taking the whole "neutrality" thing a little too literally though.

Anyway, now that we've had a proper introduction to our heroes, this is the appropriate time to declare your favorite!

I predicted that it would be Kaguragi and while he's certainly entertaining to watch, I don't really agree with his underhanded way of leading.

Currently, I like Gira and Himeno the most. Gira's willing to become demonized in his mission to destroy a "justice" he sees as wrong. Himeno has a strong sense of identity and the resolve to live selfishly for the dreams and future she wants. Both of them are pretty inspirational, as heroes and leaders. I think Himeno has a slight edge though, so I'm going to call her my favorite, but that could easily change later depending on how Gira's arc goes.

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

Big revelation comes early, I see.
One thing I find myself glad to see was him dropping the evil tyrant act when pressed. I'm kind of sick of seeing other characters speaking for the over the top, bombastic one. "Oh, he's not actually evil, he's just putting on a charade for whatever reason"

Yeah, Gira might be a weirdo, but he's not totally an idiot. The moment he realized his King of Evil thing would work against him in a court of law, he put on the brakes.

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

Dunno what's up with the random yelling, though.

They're venting. Being a king is a stressful job and the pressure to maintain their impartial and intimidating image makes them more likely to snap suddenly.

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Originally Posted by Annuga

Pretty good episode, solid track record for all episodes so far. Surprised the Gira Racles relationship was done early but it was a common theory so it's good to get that out of the way.

Kaguragi's reaction sure was something. When he screwed over Gira in the previous episode, he wasn't aware that he was screwing over actual royalty of Shugoddam and now he's probably regretting his deception. He's going to have to try even harder to get on Gira's good side, lest he provoke the King of Evil's wrath!

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Originally Posted by Annuga

I wonder if they'll learn to unite properly or if this is like Donbrothers where the team is decidedly not very well fit for teamwork

I hope we get the roll call earlier than Donbrothers, at least.