: Unlike previous rages, Eren remains controlled, using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques he learned from Annie Leonhart to overcome Reiner's armored advantage.
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In the preceding episode, "Warrior" (Episode 31), Reiner Braun casually reveals to Eren that he is the and Bertholdt Hoover is the Colossal Titan . This episode, " Close Combat ," focuses on the immediate, brutal fight between Eren and Reiner. Key Narrative Highlights : Unlike previous rages, Eren remains controlled, using
: The fight is deeply personal. Eren views Reiner as a "big brother" figure, making the betrayal sting more than just a military setback. This episode, " Close Combat ," focuses on
"OmU" stands for Original mit Untertiteln (Original with Subtitles), typically referring to the Japanese voice track with German or other language subtitles. This version is often preferred by fans to capture the raw emotional performance of the original voice actors during this intense revelation and battle.