Metallic Rouge's latest episode further delves into the world's political struggles. But what exactly happened? Here's the Metallic Rouge Episode 3 ending explained in detail.
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What Happened in Metallic Rouge Episode 3?
In the third episode of Metallic Rouge, Naomi and Rouge discuss their next target from the Immortal Nine, Phantom Verde, who is reportedly hiding in a Nean settlement.
After a minor misunderstanding, the two girls debate on the idea of free will. Rouge insists that she freely chooses to fight while Naomi thinks that, to be an agent, one must relinquish their freedom and follow orders.
Rouge meets Doctor Afdal, an acquaintance from the bus she boarded in the previous episode.
She follows him to the Nean settlement, where she observes the bad living conditions of many Neans.
Metallic Rouge Episode 3 Ending Explained: Why Does Juval Ask for Rouge's Help?
In the settlement, Rouge is welcomed by the Council of Free Neans led by Juval, a child Nean who has been used by different childless couples as a surrogate son.
The Council, who knows Rouge's identity as the strong Metallic Rouge, wants her help as she isn't bound by the Asimov code.
This code is ingrained in all Neans in the settlement, making them physically incapable of hurting a human and thus ensuring their subservience.
Since Rouge doesn't have the code in her build, she's able to co-exist with humans as an equal, which is why Juval wants to make her a symbol of hope for the Council which advocates for Nean rights.
Who Killed Juval? Theories Explored
Unfortunately, while Juval is an engaging character, he doesn't live long. Rouge is summoned to speak with him only to find him bleeding to death.
So far, his murderer hasn't been identified. It's possible that a human found out about his rebellious activities and disposed of him.
However, we've seen that the settlement was well-guarded, so this isn't too likely.
Fans agree that Juval's death will cause a stir. We wouldn't put it beyond a Nean with more extreme opinions — perhaps even one of the Immortal Nine — to have killed him to motivate other Neans to fight.
Metallic Rouge Episode 4 will hopefully give us some clarity.
What Is the Deeper Meaning of Metallic Rouge Episode 3's Ending?
Metallic Rouge Episode 3 explores the concept of free will and who gets to exercise it.
How can one rebel when they're conditioned to be nonviolent? And can a soldier, especially one who was created artificially, have free will?
So far, the sci-fi anime doesn't offer easy answers, but Naomi does realize that she and Rouge have a choice and can still determine their actions.
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