Community members on Reddit shared mixed but engaged reactions:
: This episode reveals the brutal foundation of Alcia's social structure. In the past, students at the 13th Special Military Forces School must collect ten stars to graduate; if they fail or lose them all, they are expelled or worse.
“The beginning of this episode was really fun... It's nice to see Licht's serious face. [Amauri14 on Reddit]” Reddit · r/anime · 6 years ago Plunderer Episode 13
Reviewers from Anime News Network and Moe Sucks noted the following:
: Despite being a "man out of time," Jail Murdoch takes center stage as a moral anchor. He willingly gives up his own stars to challenge a bully, proving himself as a "hero of the future" in the eyes of viewers. Community members on Reddit shared mixed but engaged
: Many felt the transition to a school setting was unexpected but necessary for world-building. Some found it a "needed break" before the story becomes significantly grimmer.
: A recurring criticism is the jarring jump between heavy themes (murder and military discipline) and forced fanservice. Some viewers found the "sexual harassment" comedy to be a distraction from the increasingly interesting plot. It's nice to see Licht's serious face
“If you don't like it by now it's probably not for you. This is a great arc. [Anonymous on Reddit]” Reddit · r/anime · 6 years ago