Kaiju No. 8, Season 2, Episode 5 picks up right after the previous one. Kafka, Kikoru, and Narumi are still dealing with the shock of Isao’s death while facing Kaiju No. 9. They try to stop him from escaping, but their efforts aren’t enough, and Isao is taken away. Word of Isao’s death spreads quickly, … Continue reading Kaiju No. 8, Season 2, Episode 5: “I Want to Be Strong”
In Kaiju No. 8, Season 2, Episode 3, Kafka continues to struggle with transforming into his Kaiju No. 8 form. Kikoru steps up to protect him. Inspired by the memory of her slain mother, she surprises Kaiju No.9 with her abilities. Kaiju No.9, is arrogant. He assumes that humans and Kaiju No. 8 are inferior … Continue reading Kaiju No. 8, Season 2, Episode 3: “The Strongest Division”
Kaiju No. 8 Season 2, Episode 2, “The Next Generation’s Trial,” Kafka continues struggling to prove he belongs in the First Division. Isao Shinomiya’s warning still hangs over him, and every move he makes during training feels like a test. Under constant watch from the Defense Force, Kafka pushes forward, fighting not just Kaiju—but for … Continue reading Kaiju No. 8, Season 2, Episode 2: “The Next Generation’s Trial”
Kafka is attached to a metal chair with his hands behind his back. His vital are being monitored for transformation but there's no sign. Kafka wonders what his fate will be. He recalls Kikoru's warning that he might be used for a special weapon. Mina enters the room to bring Kafka to HQ facilities. Before … Continue reading Kaiju No. 8 Episode 11 Recap: “Kaiju No. 8 Captured”
Vice Captain Soshiro Hoshina prepares to attack Kafka (Kaiju No. 8). Kafka doesn't know what to do. he won't fight the Captain but if he doesn't put in an effort he'll be killed. Suddenly, Hoshina cut through his shoulder. Using his speed Hoshina overwhelms Kafka. However, he's able to cut deep enough to see Kafka's … Continue reading Kaiju No. 8 Episode 8 Recap: “Welcome to the Defense Force”
In episode 5 of Kaiju No. 8, Kafka continued to struggle. He made some progress but it was minimal. He and the other recruits continued to bond as they learned about each other. At the end of the episode, alarms go off and Soshiro Hoshina informs Kafka that he's going on his first mission. This … Continue reading Kaiju No. 8 Episode 6 Recap: “Sagamihara Neutralization Operation at Daybreak”
Kafka's determination buys him sometime. Still his leg is broken, so moment isn't possible. He tells Reno to go on without him but Reno refuses, saying that he'll continue to "back him up." Kafka rids on Reno's shoulders as the later acts as the legs. Vice-Captain Soshiro Hoshina can't help find this whole situation to … Continue reading Kaiju No.8 Episode 4 Recap: “Fortitude 9.8”
At the end of the first episode of Kaiju No. 8, Kafka Hibino is infected by an unnamed kaiju and is transformed into Kaiju No. 8. He quickly alarms an elderly man who calls the Defense Force. Easily in the episode, we get a flashback from Kafka and Mina Ashiro. In the present, she prepares … Continue reading Kaiju No.8 Episode 2 Recap: “The Man Who Became a Kaiju”
Kaiju are giant monsters that often resemble dinosaurs and generally destroy massive cities, specifically Tokyo. There origins are usually unknown or some far off island or even space. Kaiju can be "forces of nature," "non-malicious monster," or an "Eldritch Abomination." The most notable and famous example of a Kaiju is Godzilla. The king of monsters … Continue reading Kaiju No. 8 Episode 1 Recap: “The Man Who Became a Kaiju”
