Gachiakuta Episode 20: Chaos, Laughs, and the Hype We’ve Been Waiting For

If you thought Gachiakuta’s Season 1 was all gritty revenge and dark fantasy gloom, Episode 20 just threw a chaotic curveball that’s equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and hype. Let’s cut to the chase—this episode is a rollercoaster, and fans are losing their minds over it. From a physics-defying car ride to a long-awaited hero entrance, it’s the kind of episode that reminds you why we stick with this garbage-filled world: even in the darkest moments, there’s room for chaos (and laughs).

First off, let’s talk about the elephant in the room—the falling car scene. Oh my god. If you haven’t seen it, imagine this: our ragtag group (Dear, Bundus, and a few others) are trapped in a car plummeting through the sky, bouncing off trash rocks like they’re in a Looney Tunes skit. MAL fans are calling it “pure gold” and “the highlight of the show so far,” and I can’t disagree. The facial expressions alone are chef’s kiss—Dear’s wide-eyed panic, Bundus’s deadpan “I’m too old for this,” and the way they all scramble to keep the car from disintegrating mid-fall? It’s absurd, it’s over-the-top, and it’s exactly what we needed after weeks of tense, slow-burn arc building.

One fan joked, “Maybe the author missed a few physics classes,” but who cares? This is anime—sometimes you just need to suspend disbelief and laugh at the chaos. Another comment said the sequence felt like an “80s action movie” with its upbeat background music, and yeah—Rudo’s little speech in the middle of the fall? Cheesy? Sure. But with that music? It’s hype. The car scene isn’t just funny; it’s a reminder that Gachiakuta knows how to balance tension with levity. In a season where we’ve been drowning in trash monsters and moral dilemmas, a little silly chaos goes a long way.

But Episode 20 isn’t all jokes. It’s a turning point for Rudo, our protagonist who’s spent most of the season chasing revenge. When Zodyl (the slimy villain we love to hate) offers him a deal—join the dark side, basically—Rudo rejects it flat-out. And it’s not just because he’s stubborn; it’s because he finally realizes he has people who care about him. As one fan put it: “Rudo finally sees he’s got more than negative emotions and vengeance—he’s got friends, a team, people who treat him like a normal person.”

That’s a big deal. Remember when Rudo was just a angry kid out to get the people who hurt him? Now he’s standing up for the Cleaners, the group that took him in. His speech—“The future is always blank. Only your willpower can leave footsteps there”—hits different because we’ve watched him grow. Even the environmental nod (he mentions the 3Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle) feels organic, not forced. It’s a nice touch in a show that’s all about a world drowning in trash—reminding us that even in fantasy, real-world issues matter.

Then there’s Enjin. Oh, Enjin. His entrance at the end of the episode? Fans are losing it. One comment called it “elite,” another said it was “perfect.” When Zodyl smirks and asks where Rudo’s backup is, Enjin shows up out of nowhere with the Cleaners, ready to throw down. The music swells, the camera pans, and you can almost hear the fandom screaming. It’s the hype we’ve been waiting for after weeks of back-and-forth in this long arc. And with the winged trash beast finally waking up? Shit’s about to go down.

Now, let’s address the elephant in the room: pacing. Some fans are frustrated. “This arc is indeed long, but the adaptation has made it feel even longer,” one MAL user complained. I get it—there’s a lot of back-and-forth, a lot of setup. But episodes like this make it worth it. The car scene breaks up the tension, Rudo’s growth gives us something to root for, and Enjin’s entrance sets up the final stretch. With only four episodes left (the season’s 24 episodes total), we’re finally in the home stretch—so hang in there.

What makes Episode 20 work is its balance. It’s funny, but it’s also heartfelt. It’s slow in parts, but the payoff is huge. The Raiders—who we’ve mostly seen as villains—get a human moment too: Bundus saves Dear during the car fall, reminding us that not all of them are pure evil (except Jabber, obviously). As one fan noted: “The Raiders aren’t purely bad people—maybe besides Jabber lol.” It’s those little moments that make Gachiakuta feel alive.

And let’s not forget the small things: Tamsy’s death stare (fans joked it could “kill a Victorian child”), Ghris’s angry face (we’ve all been there), and Dear’s over-the-top reactions. These details add charm to the episode, making it feel like a group of friends (or enemies) just trying to survive in a world that’s out to get them.

Overall, Episode 20 is a banger. It’s got laughs, heart, and the kind of hype that makes you count down the days until next week. Whether you’re here for the comedy (that car scene, man) or the character growth (Rudo’s journey from revenge-seeker to team player), this episode delivers. Enjin’s entrance has us all on the edge of our seats, and the trash beast’s activity means the climax is near.

If you haven’t watched it yet, do yourself a favor—just don’t overthink the physics of that car scene. Sometimes, you just need to sit back and laugh at the chaos. Gachiakuta’s still got it, and I can’t wait to see how this season wraps up. As one fan put it: “From beginning to end, the episodes just keep getting better—I can’t wait to see the next ones!”

Me too, friend. Me too. Now pass the popcorn—next week’s gonna be wild.

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