2 - Shuumatsu No Walkгјre Ii - Episode

In Season 2, Episode 2 of Record of Ragnarok (titled ), the focus shifts to the origin story of the fourth fighter for the gods, Hercules , as he faces off against humanity's most infamous criminal, Jack the Ripper . Plot Overview

: After gaining god-like strength, Alcides fought the God of War, Ares , to a standstill. Impressed by his resolve, Zeus intervened and offered Alcides godhood under the name Hercules , on the condition that he helps protect humanity in the future. Shuumatsu no WalkГјre II - Episode 2

While Hercules fights with honor and brute strength, Jack the Ripper utilizes psychological warfare and trickery. In Season 2, Episode 2 of Record of

: Jack initially claims his weapon is a pair of giant scissors. However, it is later revealed that he is deceiving both the gods and the audience, as his true power lies in deception and strategy rather than direct confrontation. While Hercules fights with honor and brute strength,

Reviewers noted that Season 2 significantly improved the animation quality compared to the first season's controversial "slideshow" style. The episode is praised for its emotional core, contrasting Hercules’ with Jack’s pure malice , setting the stage for one of the series' most philosophical battles.