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Breakdown Episode 2 - Ultraman

Jul 14, 2024

Breakdown Episode 2 - Ultraman

Opening

  • Episode 2 of Ultraman titled Legenda di Hutan.
  • Opening sequence: Shu Isido joins the squad in Hoshimoto city where Kaiju frequently appear.

Plot Overview

  • Main Plot: Yuma receives a call from a child, Hayato, about a Kaiju named Rayodo.
    • Discovery of a mysterious altar and lore that Kaiju was once appeased with offerings.
    • Shu is skeptical, but Yuma traces back the folklore and confirms Rayodo’s past.

Key Events

  • Investigation: Yuma and Shu split up to gather information.
    • Yuma learns from a store owner about Rayodo’s past and offerings (special pelete).
  • Kaiju Battle: Rayodo awakens and attacks.
    • Fight Sequence: Detailed POV shots from both Ultraman and Rayodo sides.
    • Weapons Used: RI Sword, RI Beam-Sword, and RI Slash to defeat Rayodo using trees and causing it to fall.

Key Characters and Points

  • Yuma: Believes in folklore, willing to gather information and trust the intel from children.
  • Shu Isido: Joins the team but is secretive, shown making a mysterious call at the end of the episode.
  • Hayato: Child who called Yuma about the Kaiju.

Important Themes

  • Themes of Trust: Yuma’s trust in folklore and children versus Shu’s skepticism.
  • Secret Missions: Shu making a secretive call indicates he may be an undercover agent or traitor.

Major Highlights

  • Cameo Appearance: By the director’s dog, continuing the trend from previous episodes.
  • Kaiju History: Rayodo is a 1300-year-old Kaiju, subdued by the villagers using pellets.
  • Weapons and Abilities:
    • Rayodo’s abilities: Black sludge (hot and absorbing terrain), thunder from horns.
    • Ultraman’s abilities: RI Sword, RI Beam-Sword, and RI Slash.
  • Mystery Elements: Ending with a suspense about Shu’s real intentions adds intrigue.

Episode Review

  • Battle Scenes: High praise for the battle scenes, especially the visual effects and music.
  • Mystery: Ending with Shu’s secretive behavior makes viewers eager for the next episode.

To Watch Out for in Episode 3:

  1. Possible flashback to Yuma’s first transformation as Ultraman.
  2. Backstory of Yuma’s father expected to reveal some twists.
  3. Continued subplot on Shu’s potential undercover mission and motives.

Viewer Interaction: Encouraged to like, share, comment, and subscribe for further episodes.

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