Chichi wa Eiyuu Episode 10: Rafilia’s Kidnapping Exposes Family Mess (And A Lot Of Plot Holes)

If you thought this week’s Chichi wa Eiyuu was just another cozy family moment with Ellen mixing chemicals and Origin being a doting mom, think again. Episode 10 took a sharp turn into tense territory—Rafilia’s kidnapping, Sauvel’s long-overdue redemption arc, and enough plot holes to make even the most loyal fans scratch their heads. Let’s dive into the chaos (and the good stuff too).

First off, Rafilia deserves the world. Like, how does no one in her own household know what she looks like? Even Ellen—who’s visited the Vankreifts for years—had to use her spirit mirror to figure out Rafilia’s face. A MyAnimeList user summed it up: “Poor girl. Though, how did she get untied? It seems the kidnappers didn’t even know who she was or who’d come after them—what was their plan?” Exactly! The kidnappers felt like random NPCs with zero motive. Were they after money? Or was someone pulling strings behind the scenes (cough, King, cough)? Either way, Rafilia’s neglect is heartbreaking—her own dad couldn’t recognize her until Ellen showed him. That’s just sad.

But let’s give props where they’re due: Ellen was a total boss this episode. She didn’t just rely on her parents’ superpowers—she did detective work (using her chemical knowledge to track clues) and negotiated with the kidnappers like a pro. One fan said, “Ellen do some detective work but I’m also impressed by her negotiation skills.” Yeah, that part where she talked the thugs into letting Rafilia go? Pure genius. Her mix of modern science and spirit powers is still the show’s best asset—who else uses the periodic table to manipulate elements in a fantasy world?

Then there’s Sauvel. Oh, Sauvel. For weeks, he’s been the poster child for bad parenting—neglecting Rafilia, prioritizing his niece over his own daughter. But Episode 10 finally had him step up: he rushed to save Rafilia (even if he went bare-handed—dude, you’re a knight, carry a sword!). Fans are split: some are happy he’s trying (“Good to see them save Rafilia”), but others aren’t letting him off easy. One comment said, “Only took his daughter being kidnapped for Sauvel to finally step up and start being a man, but better late than never.” Fair—his past mistakes still linger, but at least he showed up this time.

Now, let’s talk about the overkill moments. When Origin and Rovel teamed up to take down four random thugs with a massive spirit combo attack? That was so extra. A fan joked: “seemed a bit overkill to use that spirit combo attack on 4 thugs lol.” Another added: “Why did Origin feel the need to come down to help Rovel take out a group of ordinary NPCs?? Like how was it necessary?” Exactly—those guys were just goons, not supervillains. Was it a flex for Ellen? Or did the writers just want to show off the parents’ powers? Either way, it was funny (and a little cringey).

But let’s get to the plot holes. First, the kidnappers’ plan—what even was it? They didn’t know Rafilia’s identity, so who were they ransoming her to? Second, how did Rafilia untie herself? The episode never explained that. Third, the Vankreifts’ obsession with the King being evil—they have zero evidence! A fan pointed out: “At this point I hope the King is the mastermind of this kidnapping, because the Vankreifts have been throwing so many accusations about him with zero evidence.” Preach—so far, the King hasn’t done anything explicitly evil, so their paranoia feels unwarranted.

Also, can we stop pushing the Ellen-Prince pairing? So many fans are annoyed. One comment said: “I still hate that they’re pushing Ellen and the Prince together (which will obviously happen, but the Prince has no character appeal at all).” Exactly! The Prince is just… there. No personality, no chemistry with Ellen. Let’s keep the focus on her family and her cool powers, not some forced romance.

Overall, Episode 10 was a mixed bag. It gave Rafilia some much-needed screen time and pushed Sauvel’s character forward, but it also had enough loose ends to make you wonder if the writers forgot to tie up a few threads. If you’re sticking around for Ellen’s badass science skills and the wholesome family moments, it’s still worth watching—but don’t expect the plot to make perfect sense.

What did you think? Loved the episode or was it a letdown? Drop your take in the comments below!

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P.S. If you’re here for the animation quality—yes, it’s still top-tier. That spirit combo attack may have been overkill, but it looked cool as hell. 😉
P.P.S. Rafilia deserves better. Let’s hope next episode gives her the love she’s owed.

(Note: All fan reactions referenced are from MyAnimeList discussions for Episode 10, as sourced from the search results.)