Classroom of the Elite Episode 5: Hell is other people.
Manga volume 13-15
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
8.7
13 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
Classroom of the Elite Episode 5: Hell is other people.
Manga volume 13-15
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
8.7
13 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
EPISODE REVIEWS
haikal17198
VerifiedThis is a detective episode about how Ayanokouji wants to prove his classmates are not on the wrong side. The strategy setup and the witnesses are all in this episode. At the end, it leaves a cliffhanger. Overall, a slow paced investigation episode with not many interesting moments yet.
eatingsocks
Sakura's courage to speak up and, in turn, reveal her 'secret' was touching, it felt so unexpected but well-earned considering how much this was built up in her character. Although i think she could've just cropped the pictures/not shown the explicit images of herself?
mustardsprinkles
I found this episode a lot better than previous ones. The premise of the event featured in this episode had proper grounds and reasoning, so nothing felt that out of left field given their school environment and Sudo established as a wildcard.
gorlock332
The irony in showing a creepy talker objectifying Sakura when the camera angles keep zooming into fanservice areas + objectifying her too ✌️
azamuddinalias
Overall episode feels like Ayanokoji is playing 4D chess. The most hype part is when he manipulates a situation without being noticed. My opinion about the graphics is that the lighting during the rooftop confrontation is moody and fits the "underground" vibe.
haleyjschwartz
VerifiedThis episode was a bit slow until the last few minutes. I love seeing Horikita fight for what she knows is true. Also, we get more introspection from Ayanokoji, giving more depth to his personality and how he thinks and feels. Overall, this is a slow but important episode.
charliereviews
xiexie
The hearing conversations and small actions reveal alliances and hidden motives, while the group navigates trust and influence. Tension simmers under casual interactions, showing that even relaxed moments can carry tactical weight.
varunvg1508
Sakura’s hidden side feels way more believable than Kushida’s full 180 flip. Overall it was a fine episode. Ayanokoji is still kinda a non-entity on the surface, but things moved fast. That whole courtroom-style scene was lame jeez
pranavi_birhade
The class tension finally explodes. Rumors spread, trust falls apart, and the social hierarchy gets messy fast. Kushida’s sweet act feels a little too perfect now. The psychological pressure is real.
peanuts
Coming episodes are going to be Thrilled!! There is tense arguments in the meeting between the two classes and Manabu is still. Fishy about Ayanokoji. Sakura is such a kind lady🥺. Seeing her get involved in this "drama" was stressful. Ayanokoji action of stepping up for this drama was NOT on my list!!
pendragon
Rokusuke running like a man possessed 😭 Everyone’s shocked, but Ayanokoji just smirks quietly in the back. It’s wild seeing the “weak” ones actually do something.
ivykane
This still got me hooked. I loved seeing them outside the classroom this time. It’s crazy how even small things like eye contact or a tickle can be a power move here. Ayanokōji is still such a mystery for me. The way the class keep shifting is honestly so addictive.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting at the near-midpoint of a 12-episode season, Episode 5 builds directly on Episode 4's revelations about hidden truths and self-deception, escalating the psychological stakes for Class D's core players. This is a pivotal bridge episode, it deepens the web of manipulation and interpersonal tension that will feed directly into Episode 6's exploration of deception and ethical compromise. The season's overarching power dynamics are crystallizing here, making it essential groundwork for the back half.
EPISODE REVIEWS
haikal17198
VerifiedThis is a detective episode about how Ayanokouji wants to prove his classmates are not on the wrong side. The strategy setup and the witnesses are all in this episode. At the end, it leaves a cliffhanger. Overall, a slow paced investigation episode with not many interesting moments yet.
eatingsocks
Sakura's courage to speak up and, in turn, reveal her 'secret' was touching, it felt so unexpected but well-earned considering how much this was built up in her character. Although i think she could've just cropped the pictures/not shown the explicit images of herself?
mustardsprinkles
I found this episode a lot better than previous ones. The premise of the event featured in this episode had proper grounds and reasoning, so nothing felt that out of left field given their school environment and Sudo established as a wildcard.
gorlock332
The irony in showing a creepy talker objectifying Sakura when the camera angles keep zooming into fanservice areas + objectifying her too ✌️
azamuddinalias
Overall episode feels like Ayanokoji is playing 4D chess. The most hype part is when he manipulates a situation without being noticed. My opinion about the graphics is that the lighting during the rooftop confrontation is moody and fits the "underground" vibe.
haleyjschwartz
VerifiedThis episode was a bit slow until the last few minutes. I love seeing Horikita fight for what she knows is true. Also, we get more introspection from Ayanokoji, giving more depth to his personality and how he thinks and feels. Overall, this is a slow but important episode.
charliereviews
xiexie
The hearing conversations and small actions reveal alliances and hidden motives, while the group navigates trust and influence. Tension simmers under casual interactions, showing that even relaxed moments can carry tactical weight.
varunvg1508
Sakura’s hidden side feels way more believable than Kushida’s full 180 flip. Overall it was a fine episode. Ayanokoji is still kinda a non-entity on the surface, but things moved fast. That whole courtroom-style scene was lame jeez
pranavi_birhade
The class tension finally explodes. Rumors spread, trust falls apart, and the social hierarchy gets messy fast. Kushida’s sweet act feels a little too perfect now. The psychological pressure is real.
peanuts
Coming episodes are going to be Thrilled!! There is tense arguments in the meeting between the two classes and Manabu is still. Fishy about Ayanokoji. Sakura is such a kind lady🥺. Seeing her get involved in this "drama" was stressful. Ayanokoji action of stepping up for this drama was NOT on my list!!
pendragon
Rokusuke running like a man possessed 😭 Everyone’s shocked, but Ayanokoji just smirks quietly in the back. It’s wild seeing the “weak” ones actually do something.
ivykane
This still got me hooked. I loved seeing them outside the classroom this time. It’s crazy how even small things like eye contact or a tickle can be a power move here. Ayanokōji is still such a mystery for me. The way the class keep shifting is honestly so addictive.
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