The animation, music, dialogue, and overall plot were absolutely perfect. Without a doubt, this was the best fight of the season and arguably one of the top three in the entire series. I could watch this episode countless times without ever getting bored.

venkateshonline

4 mo

Verified

A focused side conflict that delivers emotional closure with sharp pacing. The fight is compact but meaningful.

sebas

5 mo

The fight between Mechamaru and Mahito is phenomenal. Mechamaru really shows how badass he is, his strategies, agility, and control over his puppet body make him a serious threat. It’s exciting, a little heartbreaking, and definitely sets the stage for the bigger events ahead.

Episode Context

Sitting at episode 7 of 23, "Evening Festival" functions as a critical narrative bridge, it wraps up the emotional fallout from the Hidden Inventory arc and directly ushers in the Shibuya Incident, the season's centerpiece arc. The groundwork laid here in tone and character positioning pays off immediately in the episodes that follow, making it essential viewing rather than skippable setup.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceHIGH

Air DateSep 7, 2023

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