Reviewers from Anime News Network and Metanorn praised the episode for its relentless pacing and inventive use of Kurome’s puppets, though some fans noted the abundance of "death flags" for several characters.
Most of the episode stays true to the manga, though there are minor omissions, such as a scene where Najenda instructs Lubbock to keep watch for Esdeath. Akame ga Kill! Episode 16
Facing the Desta-Ghoul, Najenda is forced to use Susanoo's trump card, which drains her life force to significantly power him up, eventually allowing him to destroy the beast. Reviewers from Anime News Network and Metanorn praised