Fans of the Gachiakuta anime are looking forward to Episode 17, which is scheduled to premiere on November 2, 2025. The highly anticipated episode will delve deeper into the ongoing conflicts and character developments within the series, particularly focusing on Zanka’s past and the intense confrontation between the Cleaners and the Raiders.
Release Date and Streaming Platform
Gachiakuta Episode 17 is set to be released on November 2, 2025. Viewers can catch the episode at 11:30 p.m. JST, 7:30 a.m. PT, and 10:30 a.m. ET. The episode will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll, a prominent platform for anime enthusiasts globally.
Episode 17 Plot Summary and Key Events
Episode 17 is poised to be a pivotal installment, continuing the high-stakes narrative. The Cleaners find themselves in a tense confrontation with the Raiders within a dark chamber, where Rudo, the protagonist, urgently demands to know Amo’s whereabouts. A sudden trashslide adds to the chaos, sweeping away all Cleaners except Rudo, leaving him to face the Raiders’ leader, Zodyl Tyhon. Tyhon proposes an alliance with Rudo to destroy the Sphere, an offer that comes amidst Rudo’s persistent inquiries about Amo, for which he is reprimanded by Zodyl for wasting time.
The episode also features other significant plot points, including the questioning of the Santas by Bundus and Zanka’s strenuous struggle against a “boosted Jabber.”
Zanka’s Backstory and Internal Conflict
A substantial part of Episode 17 focuses on Zanka’s backstory, revealing his past as a talented trainee who was later overshadowed by a new, gifted individual. This narrative explores Zanka’s deep-seated insecurities and resentment towards those he perceives as naturally “exceptional,” drawing parallels to classic shonen rivalries. Despite facing severe injuries from Jabber’s “Mankira” in prior episodes, Zanka’s memories of his past struggles and his desire to overcome the notion of mediocrity fuel his resolve. This emotional depth provides a compelling look into one of Gachiakuta‘s most complex characters.
A Mysterious Discovery
The episode concludes with Guita making a significant discovery: a strange glowing orb located within the labyrinthine setting. The purpose or origin of this orb remains undisclosed, hinting at potential future plot developments and suggesting it might be connected to Jabber’s intentions for Zanka.
The Gachiakuta Anime Adaptation
The Gachiakuta manga, written and illustrated by Kei Urana with graffiti designs by Hideyoshi Andou, began serialization in Kodansha’s Weekly Shōnen Magazine in February 2022. The series quickly gained recognition, winning the Global Special Prize in the Comics category of the Next Manga Awards 2022.
The anime television series adaptation, produced by Studio Bones, premiered in July 2025. Bones, known for its work on popular series like My Hero Academia and Fullmetal Alchemist, is helming the animation production. The series is directed by Fumihiko Suganuma, with Hiroshi Seko handling series composition and Satoshi Ishino as character designer and chief animation director. The anime adaptation has been lauded for its ferocious shonen action, its ability to subvert viewer expectations, and its raw, unhinged narrative. Crunchyroll is licensed to stream the series as it airs in Japan.
