Bungou Stray Dogs Episode 2 Info

: Reviewers often note that Dazai's frequent suicide attempts are played for laughs, which can be a polarizing element for new viewers.

: Viewers are introduced to the eccentric and overly affectionate (borderline incestuous) relationship between Junichirou and Naomi. Bungou Stray Dogs Episode 2

: The episode begins with Atsushi waking up in a dorm room provided by the Agency. He is quickly summoned by Dazai Osamu, who claims to be in an "emergency"—which turns out to be Dazai getting himself stuck in an oil drum during a botched suicide attempt. : Reviewers often note that Dazai's frequent suicide

: A "bomber" takes a hostage in the Agency's office, threatening to blow up the building. He is quickly summoned by Dazai Osamu, who

: The entire situation was a setup to test Atsushi’s character. The "bomber" was Agency member Junichirou Tanizaki , and the "hostage" was his sister, Naomi . Character Highlights

: In a moment of classic series levity, Dazai and Kunikida play rock-paper-scissors to decide who has to deal with the bomber. Atsushi is eventually forced to be the distraction.

: This episode heavily features Kunikida's rigid obsession with his "ideals" and his dynamic as Dazai's straight-man partner.