Ep 2. The Girl in the Crystal

The second episode of 11Eyes season 1 titled "The Girl in the Crystal" kicks off with the aftermath of the previous episode, where our protagonist Satsuki Kakeru and his childhood friend Minase Yuka, along with five other students are transported to a parallel world known as "Red Night." In the first episode, the group found themselves in a dangerous situation, with deadly monsters hunting them down. However, in this episode, they discover a new surprise.

The episode opens with Kakeru, Yuka, and their classmates Misuzu Kusakabe, Shiori Momono, Takahisa Tajima, and Yukiko Hirohara still struggling to come to terms with their situation in the Red Night. Meanwhile, Kakeru is plagued by a strange yet familiar dream, which he cannot remember. The group roams around the desolate landscape of the Red Night, searching for any clues to help them escape from this mysterious world.

Suddenly, a mysterious girl named Liselotte appears before them. She describes herself as the "Apostle of the Red Night," a being with the power to control the world of the Red Night. The group becomes suspicious of her, and things begin to spiral out of control when Takahisa Tajima, who has been silent throughout the journey, begins to hear voices in his head. He is eventually possessed by a strange force, causing him to turn against his friends.

While dealing with this crisis, the group discovers a strange crystal. The crystal acts as a portal that leads them to a realm where they can communicate directly with the Red Night itself. They meet a mysterious entity that claims to hold the key to their redemption. However, before they can find out more, they are attacked by dark forces that emerge from the crystal.

"The Girl in the Crystal" sees more action and reveals more insights into the characters' personalities while accomplishing the seemingly impossible task of adding more mystery to the already cryptic plot. The way the group interacts, responds, and handles the challenges presented in this episode contributes to the character development and narrative of the series.

Overall, episode 2 of 11Eyes season 1 is more character-driven and raises several questions that need answers. The episode introduces new elements such as the mysterious girl Liselotte and the crystal, giving fans something new to ponder over. Despite being a slow burner, the episode's climax is sure to have fans on the edge of their seats.