Ep 5. My First Makeup

In Red Data Girl season 1 episode 5, titled "My First Makeup," we see Izumiko struggling with her appearance as she attends a high school cultural festival with Miyuki. Miyuki is eager to show off his friend to his classmates, but Izumiko is not comfortable with all the attention she is receiving. She decides to borrow some makeup from a classmate to try and fit in, but her inexperience with applying it leads to a disastrous result.

Meanwhile, Suzuhara is investigating a mysterious power surge occurring near the festival. He suspects that the Hinode family may be involved, so he enlists the help of Yukimasa and Masumi to investigate. They discover that there is a powerful being known as the Himegami that is causing the energy surge. The Himegami is attracted to Izumiko's rare power and is trying to possess her.

Back at the festival, Miyuki and Izumiko become separated, and Izumiko is confronted by the Himegami. She manages to fight it off with the help of her own power, but she is left shaken by the encounter. In the end, Miyuki finds her and promises to protect her from the dangerous forces that are threatening her.

This episode is a turning point for Izumiko as she begins to confront the dangers of her own abilities. It also highlights the struggles she faces in fitting in with her peers and the pressure she feels to conform to societal expectations. The themes of identity and acceptance are explored through both Izumiko's personal journey and the revelation of the Himegami's intentions. The episode sets the stage for further exploration of these themes and the ongoing danger that Izumiko faces.