“This series was always conceptually interesting, but it really has been creeping up as to the amount of affection I have for it. After the last couple of episodes this is now in my (growing) top tier for the season.” Reddit · r/anime
Despite his role as an antagonist, Adams allows Diana to live an "assumed dead" life to restore her family honor, acknowledging the mess his own subordinates created. Visuals and Production
Reviewers noted that while the animation quality for action scenes isn't always revolutionary, it is "satisfactory" and "stellar" during the core demon fights.
Commander Sol Adams is revealed to be more demon than human. He possesses near-immortality and growing strength due to a pact with a demon—a revelation that raises questions about the "massive price" he paid for such power.
Community feedback from Reddit and critics from But Why Tho? suggests that while the episode has minor "hiccups" in pacing or predictable tropes, it delivers a thoroughly enjoyable experience that leaves viewers eager for the next leg of Wisteria and Marbas's journey.