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The entire episode was great..but what really cemented it as legendary for me was after meurem asked his name..and when komugi was attacked by a hawk. Meurem realised that strength exists in so many different forms..not only in brute force. He sees komugi as very fragile but realises her strength exists in gungi as he is still unable to beat her..

Such amazing character writing and development. Thematically this episode was a masterpiece.

This episode is a culmination of all the thematic material that has been coalescing in the first half of this arc. Pouf's internal conflict is extremely compelling (catalyzed by Komugi's dynamic with Meruem and his desire to protect Meruem). Meruem and Komugi's relationship develops extensively at Pouf's dismay. Through it we explore the meaning of strength, identity, and what makes someone or something powerful (physical strength, influence over others, mental fortitude, possessing a quality that another lacks, or an inalienable sense of identity).

The final scene is one of the more tender in the entire show, and always makes me tear up. Meruem, an embodiment of violence whose intrinsic purpose is to trample the world underfoot and rule as the most powerful being in existence, treats Komugi with more kindness and respect than anyone she's ever known. Komugi's fragility, selflessness, and humility draws out the inherent humanity and protective instinct buried deep within Meruem. Komugi is attacked by the same eagle that flew over Netero preparing for the operation through intense meditation. Komugi's cries echo those of the child that Colt vows to protect in the wake of the queen's death earlier on in the arc. Parental instinct, the law of nature, and inner turmoil all come to the forefront through Pouf and Meruem's internal dialogues. This is definitely the most thematically poignant episode of the series up to this point. It's a profound statement on the meanings of humanity and strength.

This is the oscar moment in alllll the anime .. there is nothi g like it

"And what made the falcon atk a girl ??!! This is not normal .. there is some destiny here.

Killua said there is somwthing wrong in this plane I guess its simply if the king want to change hi place .. and leave the selection to the one of the guards

That time when buff wanted to kill her its true what he said .. but why the animator make him looked like a fool when yubi went near him ? Hhhhhh

Also when yubi thought the same think .. buff was completely shocked hhhhhhh he couldnt believe he was on same level as yubi

And last but not least what did the king find the answer to his question?? " there might be other forms of power the king will not be victories in it?" By just destroyng it with brute force ?? Thats not an answer.