English Dub Review: The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess “The Scarlet Stage”


Overview

The Crimson Lords hold a competition where the contestant with the lowest score must resign.

Our Take

This time around, Komari faces fierce competition from Flote in this episode, highlighting their contrasting personalities. The intense showdown is further complicated by Sakuna’s intervention, revealing some twists of her own. Meanwhile, Komari’s loyal followers and the ongoing battle’s chaotic nature emphasize the stakes and the brutal realities they face.

In a dramatic turn, Komari’s blood-fueled destruction leads to an unexpected, yet brutal fate Flote that’s raises even more questions about the outcome and Sakuna’s motives, as her confession that unravels some troubling and conflicting twists in the proceedings…

Overall, this episode delivered in spades in terms of intense action, suspense and plot twists. And the revelation of Sakuna’s true nature and her brutal tactics heighten the proceedings. And despite her dangerous actions, she shows reluctance to harm Komari, suggesting an internal struggle. The question is, will Sakuna make the right choice?