Gachiakuta Ep22: Guita’s Kaiju Glow-Up & Noerde’s Heartbreaking Send-Off (Spoilers!)

Let’s cut straight to the chaos—Gachiakuta Episode 22 “The Power of Protection” was a rollercoaster of electric action, gut-punch emotions, and lore drops that left fans screaming for more. If you skipped this one, you missed out on the season’s most talked-about moments (and yes, Guita turning into a giant fluffy kaiju is as iconic as it sounds).

First up: Noerde’s tragic arc. Remember her cliffhanger return at the end of Ep21, hair crackling with rage and eyes blazing? Ep22 dives deep into her story, and it’s a heartbreaker. Fans over on MyAnimeList were torn up—one user admitted they “wanted to cry” when she sacrificed herself for Zodyl, who clearly couldn’t care less about his pawn. Her vital instrument? A tiny comb Zodyl gave her, which says everything about her blind devotion (and his cold indifference). Tamara Mutsumi’s voice acting here was chef’s kiss—you could feel every ounce of her pain as she charged into battle, knowing it was the end. When she got erased by the Watchman? Ouch. A lot of fans are still mourning her: “Noerde deserved better than being a disposable pawn.”

But let’s switch to the bright side—Guita, our unsung hero. She went from being the cute, airheaded sidekick to the episode’s MVP (fans are calling her “the goat” for a reason). Her vital instrument? A onesie that turns her into a giant kaiju. Yes, really. The scene where she patched the border breach with her butt had fans rolling: “Guita straight up went full kaiju mode and patched that breach with her butt—I’m still laughing.” Even better? Her giant form kept the fluffy details of her onesie, so she was adorable even when stomping trash beasts. Some fans picked up Godzilla references in her roars—classic Studio Bones Easter egg.

Then there’s the lore drop that broke the internet: the border scene and the Watchman figure with marks matching Rudo’s hands. Fans are losing their minds over this mystery. One user said, “I can’t wait to learn what the Watchman Series and Border stuff mean.” Another pointed out the marks: “The Watchman has the same marks as Rudo’s hands—well, it’s the other way around.” This episode didn’t answer all questions, but it set up so much for future seasons: Who is the Watchman? Why does Rudo have those marks? What’s the border really protecting?

Production-wise, Studio Bones delivered stunning animation. The electric effects during Noerde’s final burst were so intense some fans called it “peak art,” while others warned about seizure risks (fair—those flashes were bright). The soundtrack got mixed reviews: some loved it, but one user bluntly said, “The soundtrack was so disgusting.” To each their own, right?

And let’s not forget the Season 2 hype. After this episode, MAL users were begging: “There better be a Season 2 or I’ll cry… TRASH PEOPLE, TRASH PEOPLE…” The arc ended, but loose ends remain: Where is Amo? What are Enjin’s hidden powers? What’s Zodyl’s next move?

Overall, Ep22 was a perfect mix of action, heart, and mystery. It closed Noerde’s story while opening a million new doors. Guita’s kaiju transformation alone is worth replaying, and the lore bits have fans theorizing for days. If you’re not watching Gachiakuta yet—what are you doing? And if you are—cross your fingers for Season 2, because this show has way too much potential to end here.

Final takeaway: Guita’s kaiju form is now my favorite anime moment of the year. Fight me.

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P.S. Shoutout to all the fans who are still screaming about the Watchman—same. Let’s hope Season 2 answers our questions! ✨