Sanda Episode 3: Charred Fruit Tastes All the Sweeter

Manga chapter 7-9

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

8.9

9 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

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Sanda Episode 3: Charred Fruit Tastes All the Sweeter

Manga chapter 7-9

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 2 Next: EP 4 →

OSHIMETER

8.9

9 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

Episode three turns Santa into a more reliable character with his new abilities, Fuyumura's desperation to find Ono is actually endearing even if she can be too over the top. I've said it before but the animation fits Paru's style perfectly.

There's a lot of stuff that just catches you off guard in this anime. It's nicely done, though, the pacing feels reasonable, and the plot is not that ridiculous. I really hope Fuyumuru finds her girl!

I love how Hitoshi Amaya became a new addition to the group, especially since he's more mentally smarter compared to Sanda Kazushige and Shiori Fuyumura. This is the first time that Shiori have ever showed any kind of emotion in front of them.

It feels like every episode reveals a new ability for Sanda. This anime is so interesting, with scenes that are creepy, funny, and just a little fishy.

hmmm i would this is a great episode, great animation. the style and tone of the anime is great, but i feel like its lacking the banger plot... welp nice episode

this episode felt more tense with the lie detector idea. some moments were creepy. it felt slower but still interesting.

This episode introduces the Anti Santa Claus army, Sanda discovers more on his abilities of Santa Claus with the lie detector ability, I feel this is more of a set up for the next episode looking forward to it

This goes straight to the gunfights! Sanda is getting braver, and his Santa powers are slowly being revealed. The whole fake confession and lying gimmick is hilarious. But his luck runs out fast as the "Santa hunt" officially begins. Things are getting chaotic! 🔫😂

This one slows down a bit, more setup than payoff. You get more insight into the situation, but it doesn’t hit as hard as the previous episode. Still interesting, just less intense. Worth watching, but not a standout 😐

EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off the identity reveal and escape in Episode 2, this third chapter pivots toward ability development and the expanding mystery around Ichie Ono's disappearance, deepening the show's psychological stakes. It serves as a critical bridge episode at the quarter-mark of the 12-episode run, introducing the Saint Nick Pursuit Unit that will become a major antagonistic force. Episode 4, 'Zeus, Smasher of Textbooks,' promises a direct confrontation with this new threat, making Episode 3 essential setup.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off the identity reveal and escape in Episode 2, this third chapter pivots toward ability development and the expanding mystery around Ichie Ono's disappearance, deepening the show's psychological stakes. It serves as a critical bridge episode at the quarter-mark of the 12-episode run, introducing the Saint Nick Pursuit Unit that will become a major antagonistic force. Episode 4, 'Zeus, Smasher of Textbooks,' promises a direct confrontation with this new threat, making Episode 3 essential setup.

QUICK TAKES

Episode three turns Santa into a more reliable character with his new abilities, Fuyumura's desperation to find Ono is actually endearing even if she can be too over the top. I've said it before but the animation fits Paru's style perfectly.

There's a lot of stuff that just catches you off guard in this anime. It's nicely done, though, the pacing feels reasonable, and the plot is not that ridiculous. I really hope Fuyumuru finds her girl!

I love how Hitoshi Amaya became a new addition to the group, especially since he's more mentally smarter compared to Sanda Kazushige and Shiori Fuyumura. This is the first time that Shiori have ever showed any kind of emotion in front of them.

It feels like every episode reveals a new ability for Sanda. This anime is so interesting, with scenes that are creepy, funny, and just a little fishy.

hmmm i would this is a great episode, great animation. the style and tone of the anime is great, but i feel like its lacking the banger plot... welp nice episode

this episode felt more tense with the lie detector idea. some moments were creepy. it felt slower but still interesting.

This episode introduces the Anti Santa Claus army, Sanda discovers more on his abilities of Santa Claus with the lie detector ability, I feel this is more of a set up for the next episode looking forward to it

This goes straight to the gunfights! Sanda is getting braver, and his Santa powers are slowly being revealed. The whole fake confession and lying gimmick is hilarious. But his luck runs out fast as the "Santa hunt" officially begins. Things are getting chaotic! 🔫😂

This one slows down a bit, more setup than payoff. You get more insight into the situation, but it doesn’t hit as hard as the previous episode. Still interesting, just less intense. Worth watching, but not a standout 😐

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©板垣巴留（秋田書店）／SANDA製作委員会

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