The latest episode of Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World– Season 4 dropped on May 13, 2026, and it has fans talking about one of the most one-sided fights in anime this year. Julius Juukulius, known as the finest knight, went up against the original Sword Saint Reid Astrea. The result was not even close. Reid did not use a sword, a spear, or any real weapon. He simply picked up a pair of chopsticks and completely destroyed the proud knight.
This moment has taken over social media because of how effortless the legendary fighter made it look. It was not a battle. It was a lesson in power.
Reid Astrea Humiliates Julius in a Brutal Chopstick Fight
The scene takes place inside the Pleiades Watchtower. The group needs to get past Reid to move forward, but he is not someone you can easily beat. Reid Astrea is one of the three heroes who sealed the Witch of Envy centuries ago. Even as a copy or leftover memory, his skill is far beyond normal.
Julius steps up to fight first. He has already lost his name and his spirits due to the Gluttony Archbishops attack. He is fighting to prove who he is and to hold onto his pride as a knight.
But Reid shows no interest in the duel. He tells Julius that true martial arts do not need fancy weapons. To prove his point, he picks up two chopsticks and uses them as his only tool. What follows is hard to watch. Julius attacks with everything he has, but Reid blocks, dodges, and strikes back like he is playing a game.
Within minutes, Julius is on the ground, beaten and unconscious. The proud knight could not land a single meaningful hit. The Sword Saint did not even break a sweat. Fans online are calling this the most brutal disrespect in the series so far.
Emilia Steps Up and Wins in a Surprising Way
After Julius falls, no one expects what happens next. Emilia volunteers to fight the Sword Saint. She knows she is not a warrior like Julius. But she uses her brain instead of her brawn.
Reid, being overconfident, accepts a bet with her. He says if she can land a single clean hit, he will let her pass. Emilia uses her ice magic to trap him. But the real surprise comes from Reid himself. He says some very inappropriate things to her. However, Emilia is so innocent and sheltered that she does not even understand the comments. Her lack of reaction confuses Reid so much that he drops his guard.
She lands a direct hit. The Sword Saint is forced to admit defeat. Emilia becomes the first person to beat him in the tower. But there is a catch. Reid announces that every single person in the group must defeat him individually to move forward. One victory is not enough for the whole team.
A Quiet Moment Between Subaru and Julius Shows Deep Respect
The episode is not just about fighting. The best emotional scene happens on a staircase. After Julius wakes up from his beating, he tries to walk alone. His pride is hurt, and he does not want help. Subaru Natsuki sees this and understands exactly how Julius feels.
Subaru remembers his own past mistakes. He remembers being beaten by Julius back in Season 1 after making a fool of himself at the royal selection. He remembers how low he felt. And he remembers that Rem was there to support him when he could not stand on his own.
So Subaru does something unexpected. He offers Julius a shoulder. The two characters, who started as enemies, now share a deep understanding of failure and pride. Julius realizes that he does not have to suffer alone. It is a powerful moment that shows how much both men have grown.
“Julius has witnessed Subaru go from an egotistical joke to a literal city-saving hero. It all started with a proclamation absurd to the point that even the speaker did not believe it.” – Anime News Network
Fans React to the Insane Power Gap and Animation Quality
Viewers are flooding social media with reactions to Re:ZERO Season 4 Episode 6. The main topic is the power difference between normal fighters and the legendary Sword Saint. Many fans are saying that Reid is the strongest character introduced so far, even stronger than Reinhard in some ways.
The animation by Studio WHITE FOX is also getting praise. The fight scenes are smooth, and the chopstick battle has a unique choreography that makes Reid look both lazy and terrifying at the same time.
Others are talking about the relationship between Subaru and Julius. One fan noted that Julius is now going through the same humiliation that Subaru went through in Season 1. The parallel is very clear, and it makes Julius a more relatable character.
The episode currently holds a high community score of 4.2 out of 5 on Anime News Network, showing that fans are very happy with this week’s installment.
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Where to Watch Re:ZERO Season 4
All new episodes of Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 release every Wednesday on Crunchyroll. The series is available in both Japanese with English subtitles and an English dub.
For viewers in Asia (excluding Japan), the show is also streaming on Muse Asia, Prime Video, and Bilibili.
The first cour of Season 4 will run until June 17, 2026. The second cour is scheduled to begin on August 12, 2026.
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