Ittoki shows flashes of cleverness, such as his trick against a Koga ninja, but remains a "useless protagonist" trope for much of the episode, which some viewers find frustrating given the high-stakes world he has entered. Summary of Pros and Cons Pros Cons
The general consensus among viewers and critics is that this episode is an improvement over the first two, successfully introducing a wider cast and setting the stakes for the school setting. Shinobi no Ittoki Episode 3
The school exam provides a structured, entertaining sequence. Ittoki shows flashes of cleverness, such as his