In the current timeline of the tournament, the war grows increasingly violent as the participant count dwindles.
: Despite the criticism, many appreciated the insight into the brothers' bond, which added weight to the tragedy of their situation in the death game. Juuni Taisen Episode 7
: Although Snake was the first to die (beheaded by Rabbit in Episode 1), his headless corpse remains a formidable opponent under Rabbit's necromancy. In the current timeline of the tournament, the
Episode 7 of Juuni Taisen: Zodiac War , titled primarily focuses on the backstory and relationship of the twin brothers representing the Dragon and Snake. The Past: The Twin Brothers (Dragon and Snake) Episode 7 of Juuni Taisen: Zodiac War ,
: Growing up in a prestigious clan, the brothers were trained to work in perfect tandem. Despite their similarities, a clear dynamic exists: Nagayuki often protects or bails out his younger brother, while Takeyasu is portrayed as somewhat more reckless.
: Some reviewers felt the thieving flashbacks were "cobbled together" and less engaging than the present-day combat.
The episode provides a deep dive into the lives of Nagayuki Tsumita (Dragon) and his younger twin, Takeyasu Tsumita (Snake).