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Edens Zero Chapter 283 Review/Recap

Cure’s down, and now Freyja’s down. The only thing holding the Edens Zero up now is the Edens One. Without that ship, the Zero could broadcast the signal to summon the Chronophage to enact Shiki’s plan. With time running out for Mother, Shiki decides to take manners into his own hands and bring the Chronophage back himself. However, he’s not prepared to find what lies within the literal belly of the beast.

Recap

Having regained control of their ship, the Crew of Edens makes it to the Spa and finds an injured Homura unconcious. They quickly rush her to the medical bay whilst turning their attention back to the One. The two ships begin to trade volleys, but with time running out for Mother, Shiki can’t afford to wait around. Thus, he goes with Plan B.

Using his Warp Ether Gear to reach Xiao Mei’s location, Shiki’s a little surprised to learn she’s aware of the multiverse idea. Fortunately, in lieu of fighting like last time, Xiao Mei agrees to send Shiki to the Chronophage in exchange for saving Mother. Once there, Shiki flies into the creature’s mouth, planning to use his Gravity to make it cooperate from inside. Amidst the swirling maelstrom of the Chronophage’s belly, Shiki is surprised to find he’s not alone. At the center of the storm is a lone, mysterious figure who says one thing: “Give back…my time.”

Review

Okay, I wasn’t expecting any of that to happen. And I have no real clue as to what that entity is in the first place. It could be the true form of the Cronophage, or a new entity altogether. Regardless, this could become a problem for Shiki.

Beyond that, the only real thing that I have to say regarding this chapter is that my guess about Xiao Mei being the Earth’s Moon was correct. She must have entered Overdrive herself when Mother did. So it makes sense that she is invested in ensuring that Mother remains alive. 

There wasn’t much else for me to say about this chapter beyond these two things. I have no clue what that being at the heart of the Chronophage is, but it might be the key to making Shiki’s plan work. Here’s hoping that it won’t cause too much trouble.

I Give “In the Belly of Time” a 3/5

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