The latest episode of Dan Da Dan, the ninth in its thrilling series, kicks off with an exhilarating rematch between Okarun and Evil Eye. This showdown sets the stage for the eagerly anticipated climax that manga enthusiasts are buzzing about. Meanwhile, the animation studio Science Saru artfully lays the groundwork for future high-stakes encounters in a predominantly laid-back episode.
The episode’s opening features Okarun and Evil Eye in a fierce battle that won’t be broken down move by move. What’s essential is how it captures the essence of Yukinobu Tatsu’s manga, illustrating an enraged Okarun just as intended, further enhancing the show’s already impressive adaptation of the source material.
By the episode’s conclusion, Okarun cleverly provokes Evil Eye into a vow to limit their confrontations, instead of unleashing chaos across humanity. Following Evil Eye’s decision to relinquish control of Jiji Enjoji’s body, the group heads home after their impromptu sleepover at Momo Ayase’s place, which now resembles a war zone courtesy of their earlier fight.
With their immediate issues set aside, Momo, Seiko, Turbo Granny, and Hana decide that a spa day is in order, using their remaining funds. Momo considers asking Jiji, Aira, and Okarun to help pay for repairs but ultimately scrapes that idea.
Upon returning home, they encounter a bizarre sight: a blocky alien at their doorstep. Unlike the 2D characters around him, this alien named Ludris is rendered in 3D, giving him an amusingly reminiscent look of Minecraft’s iconic Steve. Fortunately, Science Saru managed to steer clear of controversy this time around, keeping the playful homage intact instead of causing a stir.
Ludris is no adversary but rather a companion of their boxing ally, Peeny-Weeny, and brings valuable information about a new element called nanoskin, which will help repair the wrecked Ayase household. Just like gamers creatively utilize Minecraft blocks, nanoskin is a currency-agnostic alloy that transforms with the user’s imagination. Together, Okarun, Momo, and the crew successfully restore the home, setting the stage for more adventurous antics in the episode.
Did you watch the latest episode and wonder about other characters’ roles? For instance, why is Kinta Sakata so significant to the story? He’s hinted at during an after-credits sequence—Kinta brings in more drama, and his character trailer has been generating a lot of social media buzz. Voiced by Daichi Fujiwara in Japanese and Bryce Papenbrook (known for his roles in Attack on Titan) in English, Kinta is poised to shake things up in the gang’s charmingly chaotic dynamics.
Many fans claim to have a love-hate relationship with Kinta, as he’s pivotal in creating one of the most striking double-page spreads in the manga—a thrilling kaiju showdown. However, this episode surely lays the foundation for grasping the intricacies of the epic battle to come.
Looking ahead, Kinta, much like Okarun, will rely on his imaginative prowess to conjure a gigantic robot for battling a formidable kaiju. Moments like these ensure the series remains captivating while teasing the grand action that’s set to unfold. The anticipation for the second season is palpable, especially after the jarring cliffhanger from the first, which left viewers eager for proper closure.
New episodes of Dan Da Dan premiere every Thursday on popular platforms such as Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu.
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