English Dub Review: Chained Soldier “Ren’s Shadow”

Overview (Spoilers Below):
Ren grows increasingly interested in Yuuki, especially once one of the Eight Thunder Gods appears in his room.

Our Take:
As seen in the previous episode, Ryouka has some tough competition in the form of Supreme Commander Ren Yamashiro.  Of course, I’m not just referring to her quest to become one herself.  I’m also talking about Ryouka’s bond with Yuuki and her “Slave” ability being threatened by Ren’s own interest in him.  It bears repeating that being the only guy in an all-female demon-slaying defense force certainly has its perks.  However, from Yuuki’s perspective, it highly depends on how much sexiness he can handle, regardless of who’s submitting to him.  Unfortunately for him, that also includes one of the Eight Thunder Gods, who infiltrates the facility to capture Yuuki, only to be thwarted by Shushu and Tenka.
“Ren’s Shadow” further expands the consequences Yuuki must endure after unintentionally making eye contact with the Supreme Commander.  That also includes Ryouka ensuring her transfer of the “Slave” ability doesn’t get overused by the other squadrons, especially Ren.  Amidst this scenario, the episode included Shushu’s attempts to seduce Yuuki, only to get cock-blocked twice by the Thunder God and Himari.  Maybe someday, she’ll be able to accomplish that goal without getting interrupted, probably in the later episodes?  Until then, the episode provides enough amusement in Shushu’s failures to emphasize the show’s sex comedy without slowing its narrative down.