: Realizing the vastness of Hinomoto, Musashi, Kojiro, and Tsugumi decide to head east, motivated by new clues regarding Kojiro’s father, Jisai, and his connection to the Obsidian Goddess. Critical Review
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: The Bushi hold a funeral ceremony for those lost in the battle. This moment explores the lore of Kitetsu Blades , which are seen as symbols of a Bushi's life and lingering feelings. : Realizing the vastness of Hinomoto, Musashi, Kojiro,
: After failing his first trial in Episode 7, Musashi retakes it. His sword glows bright red , a rare and powerful color, signaling his success and his potential as a warrior. : After failing his first trial in Episode
The episode is generally praised for its emotional depth but criticized for its pacing and "finale-like" tone.
: Some viewers found the 11-episode wait for Musashi to get a proper katana to be drawn out. Additionally, the episode felt like a season finale to many, leading to confusion about the remaining content.