It was a bit hasty pacing with the introduction of two characters in different settings, but the plot allows both Ushio and Tora be challenged differently. I love Tora's answer and acknowledgement of being asked the same question over and over again, and I love the arrogance of the successors acting like they know more. I always enjoy reading hypocrisy at work when one respect the Beast Spear yet refused to acknowledge its choice of wielder.