This episode marks the iconic debut of Katsura's "Captain Katsura" persona, a fan-favorite running gag that starts here.
It moves the plot forward by introducing the Harusame, an Amanto drug-smuggling syndicate that remains relevant throughout the entire series. Perspectives from the Community Gintama Episode 13
“One of my absolute favorites from the early episodes. It has everything: good jokes, some action, a sneak peek into Gin's past, and finishes with a lot of heart.” Reddit · r/Gintama · 1 year ago Viewer Advice for Newcomers This episode marks the iconic debut of Katsura's