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: While not a massive leap, some viewers noted that the animation and character designs felt slightly more "crispy" and polished compared to the first 12 episodes.

: The introduction of the "Four Blights" (powerful Kishin) raised the stakes for the upcoming battle. Weaknesses : Orient Episode 13

: Some fans found the episode's "gatekeeping" elements—where Musashi is constantly prevented from meeting Uesugi to ask about Kojiro's father—to be tedious. : While not a massive leap, some viewers

: Despite improvements, the animation remains a point of criticism, often described as "functional" rather than spectacular for a modern shonen. : Despite improvements, the animation remains a point

Episode 13 of , titled " The Uesugi Band ," serves as the premiere for the second part (or "cour") of the series. It marks a shift from the introductory adventures of Musashi, Kojiro, and Tsugumi to a larger-scale conflict involving high-ranking Bushi clans. Plot Recap & Themes

Reviewers from platforms like Anime News Network and Reddit generally viewed this episode as a solid "setup" that successfully expanded the show's scope. :