A strong opening that immediately establishes a brutal post-apocalyptic world and a protagonist who commands attention. Raoh's ambition, strength, and ruthless determination are at the center of the episode, giving the story a darker and more serious tone. The episode does a good job setting up Raoh's path toward power while introducing the harsh world he intends to conquer. The action is satisfying, and the atmosphere feels appropriately bleak for a Fist of the North Star story.