Hijikata’s internal monologue is packed with RPG references (like the Leviathan summon) as he tries to navigate the "boss battle" that is Kondo's nostril.

The episode kicks off with the "Be-bop Kamui-kun" short—a delinquent high school parody where Kamui transfers to a school full of Abuto lookalikes. It’s a hilarious bait-and-switch before diving into the main Shinsengumi chaos.

Only Gintama can take a life-or-death raid and turn it into a psychological thriller about a runny nose.

The whole "Snot-Kondo" saga turns out to be a nightmare Hijikata is having in the car on the way to the actual mission.

If you’re looking for a post to capture the pure, unhinged energy of , here’s a breakdown that highlights why this episode is a fan favorite for its sheer absurdity.

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