Some viewers felt Yohan's heavy backstory was introduced a bit too suddenly. Great build-up of suspense and emotional stakes.
: We finally get a proper introduction to the series antagonist, Goong-tan (Sung Joon). His appearance adds a fantastic layer of tragic brotherhood and deep-seated anguish to the plot. ⚖️ Pros and Cons The Good (Pros) The Bad (Cons) Character Depth (Dramacool-SUB) Island (2022) Episode 5
: Priest Yohan’s (Cha Eun-woo) backstory and subplots take center stage here. Reviewers heavily praised Cha Eun-woo in these later episodes for breaking out of his usual "tsundere/pretty boy" roles to deliver a raw, emotionally heavy performance filled with desperation and grief. Some viewers felt Yohan's heavy backstory was introduced
Felt a bit like a "filler" or setup episode compared to earlier high-octane ones. Ethereal and gothic shots of Jeju Island continue to shine. His appearance adds a fantastic layer of tragic
Excellent exploration of Yohan's grief and Ban's self-loathing.
If you are watching via platforms like Dramacool or Prime Video, Episode 5 is a mandatory watch to understand the endgame. While it pulls back slightly on the chaotic action to breathe, the psychological tension between Ban and Mi-ho, combined with Yohan's heartbreaking arc, makes it a highly memorable and "meaty" episode for character lovers.
: The episode picks up immediately from the terrifying cliffhanger where Ban (Kim Nam-gil), consumed by his lust demon nature, tries to kill Mi-ho (Lee Da-hee). He stops himself by stabbing his own hand, showing his desperate struggle to protect her from his own curse.