Getbackers Season 1 Episode 5 Death Match at Sunrise: The Lightning Emperor vs. Doctor Jackal
- November 2, 2002
In Getbackers season 1 episode 5, titled "Death Match at Sunrise: The Lightning Emperor vs. Doctor Jackal," the audience is introduced to two powerful characters, Ginji Amano and Ban Mido, who together make up the GetBackers - a pair of expert retrieval agents who take on any job, no matter how dangerous.
The episode opens with the GetBackers being approached by a young man named Akabane Kurodo, who is searching for a CD from a lost shipment. Akabane offers them a lucrative sum if they are able to retrieve the missing item, and the GetBackers agree to take on the job. However, when they arrive at the location of the lost shipment, they encounter two powerful enemies, the Lightning Emperor and Doctor Jackal.
The Lightning Emperor, named Raitei, is a young man with electric powers, and is the leader of a gang of delinquents. Doctor Jackal, on the other hand, is a ruthless killer who uses scalpels as his weapons and is also a master of acupuncture. The two villains challenge Ginji and Ban to a fight, but the GetBackers remain undaunted, and the battle begins at sunrise.
The opening moments of the fight see the GetBackers holding their ground against Raitei and Doctor Jackal, whose attacks come at a furious pace. Ginji uses his lightning powers to try and take down Raitei, but the Lightning Emperor proves to be a formidable opponent, dodging Ginji's attacks with ease. Meanwhile, Ban takes on Doctor Jackal, but struggles against the assassin's sharp scalpels and pin-point accurate acupuncture attacks.
As the fight progresses, it becomes clear that Ginji and Ban have their work cut out for them. Raitei's electric attacks are devastating, and Doctor Jackal's skilled use of scalpels and acupuncture make him a deadly adversary. Despite their best efforts, the GetBackers find themselves pushed to their limits, and it looks as though Raitei and Doctor Jackal may emerge victorious.
However, Ginji refuses to give up, and he becomes more determined than ever to use his electric powers to take down Raitei. Meanwhile, Ban finds an opening in Doctor Jackal's defenses and manages to land a blow. With their opponents weakened, the GetBackers launch their final attack. Ginji unleashes an electric shockwave that envelops Raitei and leaves him stunned, while Ban delivers a powerful punch to Doctor Jackal's midsection, knocking him out cold.
As the dust settles, the GetBackers emerge victorious. They retrieve the CD and deliver it to Akabane, who is grateful and rewards them with the promised payment. Ginji and Ban then depart, ready to take on their next job.
Overall, "Death Match at Sunrise: The Lightning Emperor vs. Doctor Jackal" is an action-packed episode that showcases the skills and determination of the GetBackers. The fight scene is well choreographed and the animation is top-notch, making for an entertaining watch. It also sets up future conflicts with Raitei and Doctor Jackal, leaving the audience eager to see how the GetBackers will fare in their next encounter.