Bungou Stray Dogs Episode 2 -

: Reviewers often note that Dazai's frequent suicide attempts are played for laughs, which can be a polarizing element for new viewers.

: Fans frequently discuss how the characters are based on real-life authors. For instance, the rivalry/partnership between Dazai and Kunikida mirrors the real authors' history—interestingly, the real Kunikida's wife was named Haruko, whose name can be read with the same kanji as "Osamu". Bungou Stray Dogs Episode 2

: This episode heavily features Kunikida's rigid obsession with his "ideals" and his dynamic as Dazai's straight-man partner. : Reviewers often note that Dazai's frequent suicide

: A "bomber" takes a hostage in the Agency's office, threatening to blow up the building. : This episode heavily features Kunikida's rigid obsession

: The episode begins with Atsushi waking up in a dorm room provided by the Agency. He is quickly summoned by Dazai Osamu, who claims to be in an "emergency"—which turns out to be Dazai getting himself stuck in an oil drum during a botched suicide attempt.

[Spoilers] Bungou Stray Dogs - Episode 2 discussion : r/anime

: Atsushi attempts to reason with the bomber by talking about his own traumatic past and his love for Chazuke (tea on rice). When the bomber activates the device, Atsushi heroically throws himself onto the bomb to protect the others.