Reviewers often note that while it is technically a side story, it feels more essential than standard filler.
: Critics frequently highlight the 10/10 music and breathtaking 3D maneuver gear sequences. One of the most acclaimed moments is the expedition in the rain , cited for its incredible atmosphere and Levi's "berserk" rage. Shingeki no Kyojin OVA Episode 5
: The episode is praised for grounding Levi’s stoicism in tragedy. It showcases the devastating loss of his friends, Furlan and Isabel, which serves as the "bridge" between his life as an underground thug and his fiercely loyal service to the Survey Corps. Reviewers often note that while it is technically