English Dub Review: Dorohedoro “MOSH PIT/CROSS-EYES/ IN THE NEWS”

Overview

The Cross-Eyes boss has finally shown up. The En Family’s been wiped out, and it looks like the Cross-Eyes have taken over that huge mansion.


Our Take

Picking up from the previous episode, Dorohedoro delivers another chaotic and stylish escalation as En’s former dominance collapses and the Cross Eyes seize control of his territory. The episode juggles brutal clashes, shifting power dynamics, and unsettling revelations about the Boss, whose identity and condition grow increasingly unstable and mysterious. As factions collide, Shin and Noi find themselves overwhelmed by the strange abilities now being wielded against them, while the broader world reacts to the sudden vacuum left behind by En’s downfall.

At the same time, the episode deepens the series’ tangled web of identities and motives, particularly through fragmented revelations about Risu, Aikawa, and the Cross Eyes’ leadership. The narrative continues to blur boundaries between personalities and past events, making every interaction feel layered with uncertainty. Amid the chaos, quieter moments like characters briefly returning to familiar places or reconnecting in unexpected ways add a strange contrast to the violence, reinforcing how surreal and unpredictable the world has become.

Overall, this was a strong, high-energy episode that leans fully into Dorohedoro’s signature blend of brutality, dark humor, and mystery. While the plot continues to raise more questions than it answers, the shifting power balance and escalating weirdness keep things engaging throughout. The episode thrives on atmosphere and momentum rather than clarity, leaving the story in a more unstable but intriguing place going forward.