A major confrontation occurs between Misuzu and Kakeru Satsuki . Misuzu's insecurity regarding Kakeru's "Eye of Aeon" and her own family's history leads to a violent outburst.
The title "Broken Bonds" refers specifically to the dissolution of the tactical and emotional unity the group had built. Production Notes Original Air Date: December 1, 2009 (Japan). Genre: Action, Fantasy, Horror, Psychological. 11eyes Episode 9
Following the brutal battles in previous episodes, the group is emotionally exhausted. Misuzu, usually the strongest warrior and leader, begins to crumble under the pressure of her cursed lineage and her perceived failures. A major confrontation occurs between Misuzu and Kakeru
The episode focuses on the deteriorating mental state of and the growing rift within the group of "Fragments." Production Notes Original Air Date: December 1, 2009 (Japan)
Significantly darker and more "despair-focused" than the earlier, more action-oriented episodes.
Both Misuzu and Kakeru struggle with abilities they didn't ask for, which serve more as burdens than gifts in this chapter.