Ep 5. Twinsguard
- TV14
- August 1, 2005
- 24 min
As the title suggests, episode 5 of Gun X Sword season 1, "Twinsguard," centers around a pair of twin sisters who work as bodyguards and are seeking revenge on the man who killed their father. The episode opens with Wendy and Van arriving at a nearby town where they encounter a pair of twin sisters, Elie and Rena.
Elie and Rena are the titular Twinsguard, working as hired mercenaries to protect their clients from harm. However, their current client has been acting suspiciously and has recently purchased a weapon of mass destruction known as the "Dragon's Fang."
As Van and Wendy learn more about the situation, they discover that the Twinsguard have an ulterior motive for taking on this particular job. It turns out that the man who killed their father was hired by the same client they are currently working for, and they plan to take revenge once their job is completed.
As tensions rise between the two duos, Elie and Rena eventually confront their client about their true intentions. A wild fight ensues, and Van and Wendy are forced to step in to help the Twinsguard take down their target.
In the aftermath of the battle, Elie and Rena are left to contemplate their decision to pursue revenge and the cost it may have on their future as bodyguards. Meanwhile, Van and Wendy continue on their journey, with Van's quest for vengeance against "The Claw" still driving him forward.
Overall, "Twinsguard" is a thrilling episode that delves into the morally complex nature of revenge and the power of sibling bonds. The dynamic between the Twinsguard and Van and Wendy makes for an engaging watch, with plenty of action and intrigue to keep viewers hooked.