The image of Dabura flipping takoyaki XD.
I don't agree with Oski, he is wrong on thinking like that... but I don't fault him on the feeling... his heart is hurt, and he is right too, not like humanity isn't playing for their own side.
But this is a rare opportunity to try something new, it is understandable what both sides have as baggage... and to be clear... I would prioritize my own people just as much, but the effort to try to reach for something that isn't just the same situation but inverted is true strength.... becoming the oppressor and turning a new leaf are not the same.
I didn't expect that Japaloma would prove to be such an understanding guy, his design kinda screams scumbag at first look, even after that falling apart... he especially lost so much close to him, it would be easy for him to have hate inside him and act on it, but even if he "waited" for Cross decision, I think he already had an idea what Cross would chose, he just gave him a subtle push by suporting his decision and putting a little "weight" on his conscience.
I like Usami, he plays out of field well... didn't expect a Hakari Law, our boy left his mark XD. And Usami is sharp, Japaloma and Cross didn't tell him all the details, but just considering his strength(Dabura), he understood there was more to the story, and considered other scenarios.
I still don't have a full picture... but if Dabura is a true special grade, Maru and Cross may be mid-level 1st grade. With the flashback, we know now that Maru is not averse to a fight, however his "unconscious" state works, it is a clear showing of the full brunt of his capacity, he has a strong technique and beyond just solid martial skills.
And... we just got confirmation... our boy Yuuji is alive, and by the looks of it, kicking like a boss still.