Dark Moon: The Blood Altar Episode 4: Blood Moon: Night of the Total Eclipse

Manga chapter 10-12

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

9.0

10 Fans

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Dark Moon: The Blood Altar Episode 4: Blood Moon: Night of the Total Eclipse

Manga chapter 10-12

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

9.0

10 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

melypaz's avatar
melypaz
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The man who was similar to Chris caused a lasting impression on Sooha, and after a very vivid dream, she has the urge to go to the seaside. Moreover, we know a little bit more about the werewolves' lore!
sakurablossom's avatar
sakurablossom
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A much quieter episode and genuinely one of the better written ones because it actually gives her some emotional weight beyond just reacting to the boys. More on Sooha's emotional backstory involving Chris, a childhood friend.
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fairy
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I love seeing all the boys being so protective of Sooha! Sooha's moment with Khan was cute, too, though I do wish more had happened. They have great chemistry! Most of this episode revolves around discussions, but none of it is boring in my opinion.
jebii's avatar
jebii
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Honestly, the pacing became too slow. The episode is mostly just composed of wholesome moments and comedy. But, the introduction of a new mysterious character in the end was really exciting. Hoping for more progress in the story in the next episodes.
surgezx's avatar
surgezx
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The first part of this episode leans more into fantasy, while the second part starts with a funny romantic scene that turns awkward. Sooha’s hatred toward vampires is really extreme. I love this episode, it gives you a rollercoaster of emotions.
pranavi_birhade's avatar
pranavi_birhade
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The tone shifts into dark fantasy territory. Strange events during the eclipse start stirring up old supernatural tensions in Riverfield. Sooha’s powers begin reacting, and it becomes clear the peaceful school life illusion isn’t going to last.
sheila_jade's avatar
sheila_jade
The tone becomes darker as more secrets begin to surface.
sandymin's avatar
sandymin
Sooha dream about Chris,Khan a Defective Wolf?? Nahhh!! Let the plot slowly reveal!! Werewolf Romantic One Love for Life!! Khan will love Sooha Eternally!!! O my poor heartuuuu!!! Second Male Lead Syndrome!!! Sooha's hate for Vampires run so deep that boys are afraid about reveal
dokjasniffer's avatar
dokjasniffer
The triangle love story getting more intense and makes me want to jump from my seat, Sooha is lucky to get attention from those handsome man, god... Heli and Chris is soo handsome and i wish the ost singing by Enhypen too
chae51's avatar
chae51
Episode 4 builds tension through silence and atmosphere as Sooha begins to doubt the vampire brothers’ intentions. The blood altar scene uses stillness and lighting to suggest danger without explanation, keeping the focus on unease rather than plot reveals.

EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off Episode 3's focus on Sooha navigating new relationships at Decelis Academy, Episode 4 pivots sharply to her backstory and the trauma surrounding Chris's death, filling in critical emotional context for her character. Positioned at the one-third mark of the 12-episode season, this serves as a crucial bridge episode—grounding Sooha's motivations before the narrative escalates into Episode 5, 'Waxing Moon: Bite My Neck,' which signals a return to the series' darker supernatural tension.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off Episode 3's focus on Sooha navigating new relationships at Decelis Academy, Episode 4 pivots sharply to her backstory and the trauma surrounding Chris's death, filling in critical emotional context for her character. Positioned at the one-third mark of the 12-episode season, this serves as a crucial bridge episode—grounding Sooha's motivations before the narrative escalates into Episode 5, 'Waxing Moon: Bite My Neck,' which signals a return to the series' darker supernatural tension.

QUICK TAKES

melypaz's avatar
melypaz
VerifiedVerified
The man who was similar to Chris caused a lasting impression on Sooha, and after a very vivid dream, she has the urge to go to the seaside. Moreover, we know a little bit more about the werewolves' lore!
sakurablossom's avatar
sakurablossom
VerifiedVerified
A much quieter episode and genuinely one of the better written ones because it actually gives her some emotional weight beyond just reacting to the boys. More on Sooha's emotional backstory involving Chris, a childhood friend.
fairy's avatar
fairy
VerifiedVerified
I love seeing all the boys being so protective of Sooha! Sooha's moment with Khan was cute, too, though I do wish more had happened. They have great chemistry! Most of this episode revolves around discussions, but none of it is boring in my opinion.
jebii's avatar
jebii
VerifiedVerified
Honestly, the pacing became too slow. The episode is mostly just composed of wholesome moments and comedy. But, the introduction of a new mysterious character in the end was really exciting. Hoping for more progress in the story in the next episodes.
surgezx's avatar
surgezx
VerifiedVerified
The first part of this episode leans more into fantasy, while the second part starts with a funny romantic scene that turns awkward. Sooha’s hatred toward vampires is really extreme. I love this episode, it gives you a rollercoaster of emotions.
pranavi_birhade's avatar
pranavi_birhade
VerifiedVerified
The tone shifts into dark fantasy territory. Strange events during the eclipse start stirring up old supernatural tensions in Riverfield. Sooha’s powers begin reacting, and it becomes clear the peaceful school life illusion isn’t going to last.
sheila_jade's avatar
sheila_jade
The tone becomes darker as more secrets begin to surface.
sandymin's avatar
sandymin
Sooha dream about Chris,Khan a Defective Wolf?? Nahhh!! Let the plot slowly reveal!! Werewolf Romantic One Love for Life!! Khan will love Sooha Eternally!!! O my poor heartuuuu!!! Second Male Lead Syndrome!!! Sooha's hate for Vampires run so deep that boys are afraid about reveal
dokjasniffer's avatar
dokjasniffer
The triangle love story getting more intense and makes me want to jump from my seat, Sooha is lucky to get attention from those handsome man, god... Heli and Chris is soo handsome and i wish the ost singing by Enhypen too
chae51's avatar
chae51
Episode 4 builds tension through silence and atmosphere as Sooha begins to doubt the vampire brothers’ intentions. The blood altar scene uses stillness and lighting to suggest danger without explanation, keeping the focus on unease rather than plot reveals.

©HYBE/Project DARK MOON

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

©HYBE/Project DARK MOON

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com