Mars Red

After the tension between Kurusu and Maeda, we get a more emotional moment between them, along with a new development for Kurusu. It feels like the series could continue, though I'm a little disappointed by Maeda's fate while satisfied with Kurusu's.

A little disappointed, as things suddenly developed and were resolved too quickly. It deserved more time to unfold. I'm also not a big fan of Maeda and Kurusu's dynamic, but I liked how Suwa's character evolved throughout the series.

The tension keeps building, and the plot takes an unexpected turn. I'm hoping Code Zero and the other characters will come together to deal with what's happening. We'll have to wait and see how everything unfolds in the final two episodes.

Not a fan of the direction the story is taking toward the end of this episode. We're almost at the end of the series, yet it still feels like the main plot hasn't fully taken off. Hopefully, the remaining episodes will bring everything together.

The story keeps moving forward, and we finally get to see Maeda again, although I'm still wondering what's going on with him. We spend more time with Code Zero, and the plot is becoming easier to follow. I'm curious to see what comes next.

Compared to the previous episode, the story moves forward, but it still feels a little slow. If some plot points unfolded a bit faster, it would improve the pacing. Even so, it's still quite interesting, and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next.

A flashback episode set before the events of the series. We're finally getting more pieces of the puzzle and a better understanding of what's really going on. A character I wasn't sure was good or bad revealed another side, making the story even more interesting.

It feels like we're reaching a turning point for Maeda. The story is still a bit confusing since we don't know exactly how everything will fit together, but we got some interesting information about one part of the plot. Hopefully, the next episode will make things clearer.

Even though the story still feels slow-paced, the plot continues to develop. It's still a little difficult to tell where the story is heading or which characters are truly good or bad, but that uncertainty is actually what makes it so interesting.

The story keeps moving forward, and we got to see a new side of Suwa that was quite unexpected based on what we'd seen so far. The ending definitely made me want to watch the next episode right away to find out what happens next.

A slower episode that does a good job of expanding the story while explaining what it means to be part of Code Zero. We also get a much clearer understanding of the plot and why this unit was created.

The final showdown between Kurusu and Maeda brings the show's messy themes of militarism and tragedy full circle. It’s a heavy, emotional climax that forces Kurusu to confront his old commander. The series stays firmly average overall, but it lands the ending with enough gothic flair to make it a satisfying wrap-up.

Great character moments in this episode. Rufus goes full cartoon villain here, conducting an invisible orchestra while his steampunk vampires attack. It's definitely cheesy, but Suwa and Ayame’s heartfelt scene is a massive highlight that grounds the episode. The show is still clunky and mid, but the moody aesthetic keeps it enjoyable

This show gets super messy and inconsistent, but Kurusu literally turning into a Taisho-era Batman is so dumb it actually rules hahaha. The action scenes are disorienting but cool. It’s a beautifully flawed, distinctly "mid" ride that relies heavily on its unique aesthetic

The Orpheus myth references are a cool touch. Takeuchi being proactive and doing weird science is great energy. Rufus is getting a bit ridiculous as a villain, but the crew teaming up to protect the vampire refugees brings a lot of heart to this bleak setting

Skip if you're not heavily invested in the series... The pacing completely plods to a halt here to set up the finale. The highlight is definitely Suwa acting like a grumpy older brother to the vampire kids. Also, seeing the corrupt military bureaucrats absolutely chew Nakajima out is incredibly satisfying lol

We're finally wandering through the post-earthquake rubble. It feels a bit campy and weirdly chill considering the massive death toll, keeping it distinctly "mid". Still, Kurusu's character growth is nice, and Nakajima acting like a megalomaniac is entertaining

Instead of showing the disaster's aftermath, we get a flashback episode. It's a bold move, but it fleshes out Misaki and Defrott’s friendship beautifully. Seeing them nerd out over theater acting makes the early tragedy hit way harder. A really solid character study

Must watch! The slow pacing completely accelerates into a total nightmare. The apocalyptic imagery, like the dead cicadas and rats, sets the mood perfectly before the disaster hits. Nakajima goes full villain, and it's honestly a super dense, wild episode that shifts the whole series

The backstabbing and political twists get crazy here. The show expects you to read between the lines a lot. It moves at the pace of a patient gothic drama, but the striking lighting and poses make it visually awesome. Code Zero is feeling the heat from all sides