Critics generally viewed the episode as a necessary setup, though some found it slower than previous installments.
Episode 10 of , titled "Father and Child," is widely regarded by reviewers as a character-driven "breather" episode that focuses on internal conflicts and familial relationships before moving into the series' final arc. Core Themes and Plot Buddy Complex Episode 10
The episode's primary focus is on "daddy issues," as both the protagonist and antagonist factions deal with strained family dynamics. Critics generally viewed the episode as a necessary