Reviewers from Marth's Anime Blog noted that while the episode is heavy on background information, it can feel like a "slow week" because it prioritizes exposition over action. Others criticized the logic of Rinka's capture but praised the introduction of a villain with understandable, albeit extreme, intentions. [Spoilers] Tokyo ESP - Episode 10 [Discussion] : r/anime
: Kyotaro is shown stranded on an island after a teleportation mishap. He is aided by Minami, who reveals that she didn't kill people for nothing and hints at a deeper reason involving the deaths of her mother and Kyotaro's parents. Tokyo ESP Episode 10
The episode revolves around the Professor's violent takeover of the Tokyo parliament building, leading to mass chaos across the city. Reviewers from Marth's Anime Blog noted that while
: While the anime diverges in pacing, this arc is based on the early chapters of the Tokyo ESP Manga . He is aided by Minami, who reveals that
Episode 10 of , titled "Attack" (or "Revenge" in some translations), serves as a pivotal setup for the series finale, focusing on the backstory of the main antagonist and a shift in the status quo for the protagonists . Plot Summary
: Despite her father's sacrifice to help her escape, Rinka is captured and imprisoned. The episode highlights her loss of ESP powers, though she remains determined to protect her friends.
: The episode reveals the Professor's motivations, which are rooted in a revenge plot against a corrupt government. This backstory explains why he and his followers despise those who ignored their suffering.