Picking up where the previous episode left off, this episode gives us more insight into Natsuko's past and the events that pushed her to become stronger. The episode literally ends on a shitty note but it does leave a hint about a much bigger event that will happen later on that is connected to the storyline from Ep 10.

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Wonderful way to close this segment. More actions scenes and boicot acts. Sunabouzu makes the big effort to solve this complicated and confusing task. A load of... you'll find out and laugh.

Episode Context

Episode 16 places viewers past the midpoint of the 24-episode season, deep into territory where Desert Punk begins threading its standalone mercenary jobs with longer-term plot developments and shifting allegiances. Earlier episodes established Kanta's reputation, his rivalry dynamics, and key relationships, particularly with Junko Asagiri, all of which increasingly factor into the back half's escalating stakes. This episode serves as part of the bridge toward the series' more consequential final act, where the comedic tone starts sharing real estate with darker narrative turns.

Runtime24 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateFeb 2, 2005

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