The duel is interrupted by the entrance of the Tokyo Manji Gang (Toman) leaders: Commander Manjiro "Mikey" Sano and Vice-Commander Ken "Draken" Ryuguji .

The episode concludes with a brief, ominous glimpse of , signaling the emergence of the series' primary antagonist. Episode 3 | Tokyo Revengers Wiki | Fandom

Fans on Reddit appreciated that Takemichi did not suddenly become a strong fighter; instead, his strength remains mental, which makes his progress more believable.

Episode 3 of Tokyo Revengers , titled , is widely regarded as a "slam dunk" entry that effectively introduces the series' most iconic characters and reinforces the emotional stakes of Takemichi’s mission. Plot Overview

Later, when Mikey and Draken try to take Takemichi out of class, Hinata mistakenly believes they are bullying him and slaps Mikey. Takemichi stands his ground against Draken to protect her, further earning the duo's respect. Thematic Review and Critical Reception