The episode features a battle between Team Ren (consisting of Tao Ren, Horohoro, and Chocolove) and Hao's lackeys, Team Tsuchi-gumi .
It is often highlighted for its "nuanced take" on the cycle of violence and redemption, contrasting Chocolove's murderous past with his current goal of saving the world through laughter. Shaman King (2021) Episode 20
The opening theme is "Soul salvation" by Megumi Hayashibara, and the ending theme for this portion of the series is "Adieu" by Yui Horie. Technical Information Director: Joji Furuta. Studio: Bridge. The episode features a battle between Team Ren
Chocolove debuts his Over Soul, utilizing his jaguar spirit, Mick , to overpower his opponents, specifically targeting Peyote Diaz and his Calavera dolls. Adaptation & Production Technical Information Director: Joji Furuta
Reviewers noted that like much of the 2021 series, this episode moves at "mach speed," condensing several manga chapters into a single 20-minute episode.
In a desperate moment during the fight, Chocolove recalls his violent past as a gang member in New York. After his gang murdered an old man named Orona , who was actually a powerful shaman, Chocolove was taken in by Orona's spirit and taught the "Winds of Laughter" as a path to redemption.
While it aired in August in Japan, it became available on global streaming via Netflix on December 9, 2021 .