: The episode underscores the extreme loyalty of the Minks, who were willing to let their country be destroyed rather than betray a single samurai comrade. 📍 Setting : The Whale Tree , Mokomo Dukedom, Zou.
: Inuarashi and Nekomamushi end their bitter rivalry to bow before Momonosuke, leading to a long-awaited reunion of the Mink Tribe.
: His appearance is a "troll" for the crew; instead of a stereotypical sleek ninja, he is stocky and caricature-like, disappointing the boys’ expectations.
: He mentions hearing a mysterious voice calling to him from within the island, an ability his father, Oden, also possessed.
: It is revealed that Momonosuke is not Kin'emon's son but is actually the heir to the Kozuki Family and the daimyo of Kuri.