Vincent and Pino arrive at the war-torn dome city of (or Halos). The city is locked in a brutal conflict with the invading AutoReivs from the neighboring dome, Asura.
The episode's shifting tone and heavy symbolism sparked diverse reactions from the community. Ergo Proxy Episode 8
Reviews generally praise the episode for its atmospheric horror and fluid animation. However, some critics find the show's philosophical references "too on the nose" or even "arbitrary". Reviews of Ergo Proxy Episode 8 Vincent and Pino arrive at the war-torn dome