The "underdog at a special school" plot can feel predictable to seasoned anime fans.
The episode focuses on Ittoki's first day and his attempt to navigate a high-stakes exam. While the premise is somewhat standard for the genre, the execution of the "exam scene" was noted as fun and engaging by viewers on Reddit . Shinobi no Ittoki Episode 3
Ittoki shows flashes of cleverness, such as his trick against a Koga ninja, but remains a "useless protagonist" trope for much of the episode, which some viewers find frustrating given the high-stakes world he has entered. Summary of Pros and Cons Pros Cons The "underdog at a special school" plot can
This episode introduces Kirei and Ryoko , both of whom add much-needed personality to the ensemble. Ryoko, in particular, has been compared to Hange from Attack on Titan due to her eccentric obsession with ninja suits. Ittoki shows flashes of cleverness, such as his
