Muu no Hakugei – The White Whale of Mu [Season 1 Episode 11: The Devilish Bermuda Triangle]

Episode 11 Review: “The Devilish Bermuda Triangle” – A Wild Ride Through Mystery and Mayhem

If you’re a fan of classic anime with a mix of sci-fi, mythology, and giant robot battles, Muu no Hakugei (The White Whale of Mu) is probably already on your radar. Episode 11, titled “The Devilish Bermuda Triangle,” takes the already wild premise of the show and cranks it up to eleven. Let’s dive into what makes this episode a standout—or at least a memorable—entry in the series.

The Setup: Atlantis vs. Mu, Round Infinity

For those who haven’t binged the first ten episodes, here’s the gist: Muu no Hakugei is set in a world where the ancient continents of Atlantis and Mu went to war. Atlantis lost, but instead of accepting defeat, they turned their entire civilization into a planet-sized weapon and time-traveled to the present day to try again. On the other side, five warriors from Mu team up with a giant cyborg white whale (yes, you read that right) to stop them. It’s as bonkers as it sounds, and Episode 11 leans hard into the chaos.

The Plot: Lost in the Triangle

In “The Devilish Bermuda Triangle,” our heroes find themselves lured into the infamous Bermuda Triangle, where Atlantis has set up a trap. The episode plays with classic mystery tropes—disappearing ships, eerie fog, and a sense of impending doom—but with the show’s signature twist: the Triangle is actually a dimensional rift created by Atlantis to siphon energy from Earth.

The warriors of Mu, along with their trusty cyborg whale (which, by the way, houses the brain of Mu’s ancient queen), must navigate the Triangle’s illusions and outsmart the Atlantean forces. The episode balances action with psychological tension, as the characters face visions of their past failures and fears. It’s a nice change of pace from the usual giant robot smackdowns, though there’s still plenty of that too.

Fan Reactions: Love It or Hate It?

Scouring forums like MyAnimeList, the reactions to this episode are mixed but passionate. Here’s what fans are saying:

1. The Good:
2. “The Bermuda Triangle twist was genius! It’s rare to see a classic mystery trope used so creatively in a mecha anime.”
3. “The character moments in this episode hit hard. Seeing the warriors confront their doubts added depth to the usual action-heavy formula.”

4. “The animation for the dimensional rift scenes was surprisingly fluid for a show from 1980. The fog effects were eerie as hell.”

5. The Not-So-Good:

6. “The pacing felt off. The first half was slow, and then everything rushed at the end.”
7. “I wish they’d explained the science (or magic?) behind the Triangle more. It felt like a missed opportunity for world-building.”
8. “The cyborg whale is cool, but sometimes it feels like a deus ex machina. Like, how does it always have the right power for the situation?”

Overall, the episode seems to be a divisive one—some fans adore it for its creativity, while others find it uneven. But hey, at least no one’s calling it boring.

Why It Works (Or Doesn’t)

• Strengths:
  The episode shines when it leans into its weirdness. The Bermuda Triangle as a sci-fi weapon? Brilliant. The psychological challenges for the characters? A welcome layer of depth. And let’s not forget the sheer audacity of a cyborg whale being the ultimate weapon.

• Weaknesses:
  The pacing could’ve been tighter, and the lore could’ve been fleshed out more. Some fans also pointed out that the villains’ motives felt a bit repetitive—like, how many times can Atlantis try the same trick before someone on their side suggests a new strategy?

Final Verdict: A Must-Watch for Fans of the Absurd

If you’re into Muu no Hakugei for its over-the-top premise and wild storytelling, “The Devilish Bermuda Triangle” delivers. It’s not perfect, but it’s a fun, imaginative episode that stands out in the series. And let’s be real—where else are you going to see a giant cyborg whale battle interdimensional rifts?

Rating: 7.5/10 – Flawed but fascinating.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to go rewatch that scene where the whale shoots lasers. Because why not?