Kisurugi and his demon allies launch a sudden and brutal attack on Saitou’s party and other surrounding adventurers.

In a shocking moment, Saitou appears to have his head crushed by the ninja. He is only saved by the intervention of Guivre , who uses a substitute spell to swap Saitou's body at the last second.

In episode 5 of Handyman Saitou in Another World , titled "Ninja and Witch," the series undergoes a significant tonal shift from lighthearted comedy to high-stakes drama and dark fantasy. The plot centers on the assassin , his tragic past, and a desperate confrontation in the Great Labyrinth. The Motivation of Kisurugi

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