Ep 10. It Was Me Who Set Alice on Fire

After a whirlwind of events in the previous episodes, "Anonymous Noise" season 1 episode 10 titled "It Was Me Who Set Alice on Fire" picks up from where it left off. The episode delves deeper into the mystery surrounding Momo and his whereabouts and explores the growing tensions between the band members.

The episode begins with Nino, Yuzu, and Haruyoshi practicing for their upcoming performance at the school festival. Yuzu interrupts their practice and suggests they take a break and go to the beach. Once they arrive at the beach, Haruyoshi calls Yuzu out on his behavior towards Nino and starts a heated argument. Nino intervenes and tells them that they should focus on the festival and the performance.

Meanwhile, Momo is in his studio, working on a new song. He recalls a memory from his childhood, where he played a game with his brother, Yuzu, and Alice. The game involved setting a doll on fire, and Alice was badly burned, leaving a lifelong scar. Momo blames himself for her accident and feels an immense guilt.

Back at the school, Nino and Haruyoshi start preparing for the performance, and Yuzu decides to leave the band. He tells Nino that he is no longer fit for the band and that he should find a better guitarist. Nino is initially heartbroken but realizes that this is what Yuzu truly wants and decides to respect his decision.

As the festival approaches, Nino realizes that Yuzu has not been in school for the past few days. She tries to call him but gets no answer. She becomes increasingly worried and decides to go to his house and check up on him. When she arrives, she sees that Yuzu's room is empty, and he has left a note for her. The note reveals that Yuzu has gone to find Momo, and he believes that Momo is the only one who can fix their broken band.

In the final moments of the episode, Yuzu confronts Momo in his studio, and the two have a tense conversation. Yuzu accuses Momo of abandoning the band and tells him that he needs to make things right. Momo reveals that he has been trying to run away from his past and his guilt, but he knows it's time to confront it and move forward. The episode ends with the anticipation of what will happen next.

Overall, "Anonymous Noise" season 1 episode 10 is a captivating and emotional chapter of the series. The episode tackles themes such as guilt, personal responsibility, and the importance of confronting your past. With outstanding performances from the cast and phenomenal direction, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the show.