While some appreciated Ittoki’s growth into a pacifist leader, others found his transition from a "useless" protagonist to a capable ninja unearned due to lack of shown training.
Critics noted the unique "modern-day spy" aesthetic but felt the series struggled to balance high-school comedy with serious clan warfare. Shinobi no Ittoki - Episode 12 discussion - FINAL : r/anime
Ittoki reaches Kidou and attempts to negotiate peace by offering the secret Iga Ninja Core in exchange for the destruction of the Asura units and Koga's withdrawal. Shinobi no Ittoki: 1Г—12
The episode concludes with a "several years later" epilogue:
Many viewers felt the 12-episode run was too short, leading to a rushed conclusion for major character arcs like Suzaku's and Kirei's. While some appreciated Ittoki’s growth into a pacifist
Ittoki, Kousetsu, and Tokisada infiltrate the Koga headquarters to confront Kidou. They are joined by Ryoko and Kirei, who assist in holding off the Asura ninja units.
The series finale of , titled "Ittoki the Ninja," concludes the 12-episode original anime series by TROYCA. The episode focuses on the final confrontation between Ittoki Sakuraba and the Koga chief, Kidou Minobe, while addressing the legacy of the ninja in modern Japan. Episode 12 Plot Summary The episode concludes with a "several years later"
Kidou reveals his hatred for all ninjas stems from his own forced upbringing and physical suffering. He refuses to negotiate, leading to a final clash.