English Dub Review: Gachiakuta “The Power of Protection”

Overview

An unexpected member of the Raiders returns in a last-ditch effort to keep the Cleaners locked down.

Our Take

Picking up from the previous episode, the chaos escalates as a massive trashstorm and a colossal trash beast push the arc toward its climax. The episode narrows its focus to a single, sustained confrontation, allowing the tension to breathe while reinforcing the importance of the mysterious border between the Ground and the Sphere. Rather than juggling multiple fights, the narrative zeroes in on survival, sacrifice, and escape, giving the episode a more controlled and impactful rhythm.

Emotionally, this chapter hits hard. One standout character faces a grim, unavoidable fate that lingers long after the action subsides, adding a somber edge to the spectacle. At the same time, Guita steals the show with a memorable transformation that seamlessly blends absurd humor with genuine heroism, perfectly capturing the series’ knack for infusing high-stakes action with moments of levity.

Overall, this episode serves as a powerful capstone to the arc that’s equal parts visually striking, emotionally resonant, and rich with world-building implications. Studio Bones shines once again, delivering standout animation and sound design, especially by concentrating on a single major confrontation rather than juggling multiple battles. The episode balances explosive action, memorable character beats, and chilling lore reveals without overexplaining its mysteries, deepening relationships, and expanding the mythos in ways that leave both satisfaction and unease. While some questions remain deliberately unanswered, the arc closes on a strong note, building anticipation for the final two episodes and making the wait feel heavier in the best possible way.