: The headmaster, Major Schmelman, makes a chilling entrance. His bizarre demeanor—reading a children's storybook during a military ceremony—contrasts sharply with the sudden violence when his subordinate, Alan, executes students for laughing at him.
: While the animation consistency was praised by some, others noted that the series still struggled to balance its ecchi roots with its darker post-apocalyptic narrative. Viewer Perspectives
: Many felt the transition to a school setting was unexpected but necessary for world-building. Some found it a "needed break" before the story becomes significantly grimmer.
“The beginning of this episode was really fun... It's nice to see Licht's serious face. [Amauri14 on Reddit]” Reddit · r/anime · 6 years ago
Reviewers from Anime News Network and Moe Sucks noted the following:
