It is revealed that the Ballot power stems from an object created from a meteor. The children, including Licht, are trained to be weapons of war, holding out hope for a better future.

Licht’s journey as an ace is highlighted, focusing on his need to make difficult decisions, leading to his enduring, tragic nature.

Viewers noted that this episode marked a necessary, though intense, change in pace, with some considering it the point where the series moves beyond its initial comedic premise.

The narrative explains how a portal to the world of Alcia is opened, leading the armies to send troops through, setting the stage for the dystopian society seen in the present day.