Ep 4. Idol Dies by Steel Beam

In/Spectre season 1 episode 4, titled "Idol Dies by Steel Beam," begins as usual with Kotoko and Kuro discussing the Yokai case they are currently working on. However, this case takes a backseat as news of a tragic accident involving a popular idol named Carie hits the press. The accident occurred during a concert where a steel beam fell from the ceiling and killed her.

As soon as Kotoko hears about the incident, she immediately deduces that there was a supernatural force at play. She says that it is impossible for a steel beam to just fall like that, and that there must have been some sort of Yokai involvement. Kuro, as usual, is skeptical of Kotoko's claims and tries to look for a more logical explanation.

Meanwhile, Saki Yumihara, a famous model and Carie's friend, contacts Kotoko because she believes that the accident was not just a coincidence. She tells Kotoko that Carie had been receiving death threats from a deranged fan on social media and that she had shared the messages with the management of the record company. However, they had brushed it off as harmless spam and did not take any action.

Saki is convinced that the fan behind the death threats is responsible for the accident and wants Kotoko's help in finding out who it is. Kotoko and Kuro agree to investigate the case, putting their Yokai investigation on hold for the time being.

As they delve into the case, they discover that Carie's death is not as straightforward as it seems. They learn that there were several people who had a motive for wanting Carie dead. As they investigate further, they realize that the case is much more complicated than they initially thought.

The episode takes a dark turn as the identity of the deranged fan is finally revealed. Kotoko and Kuro race against time to prevent another tragedy as the fan continues to stalk and threaten several other celebrities. However, they soon realize that there is more to the fan's story than what meets the eye.

Throughout the episode, Kotoko and Kuro's banter continues, with Kotoko constantly teasing Kuro about his stoic demeanor. However, there are also moments of seriousness as they try to solve the case and prevent another death.

In terms of animation, this episode is visually stunning with vibrant colors and intricate detail. The episode also features a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack that perfectly complements the somber tone of the episode.

Overall, "Idol Dies by Steel Beam" is a captivating and emotionally charged episode that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. It shows Kotoko and Kuro's versatility in dealing with different kinds of cases, and their determination to stop any wrongdoings that come their way.