Ep 9. The Beginning of Madness

Infinite Dendrogram season 1 episode 9, titled "The Beginning of Madness," follows the aftermath of the Gideon raid. Ray and his companions are on the run from both the police force and the tians, who have the upper hand in their current turf war.

Meanwhile, the leader of Gideon, Kirsten, is being held captive by the tians and put through extensive experimentation in an attempt to reveal how the Gideon knights were able to alter their avatars. As they struggle to figure out a way to save her, Ray and his team encounter a new mysterious gamer named Marie Adler. She possesses powerful abilities, including the capability to control the size and matter of her avatar.

As the group tries to evade their pursuers and navigate the treacherous world of Dendrogram, they begin to realize the scope of the corruption and conspiracy surrounding them. Ray, in particular, grapples with his own desires for power and control, and the possibility of losing himself to the game.

The tension continues to mount as the various factions converge on the town of Flandore and Ray and his friends are thrust into the center of the conflict. With each passing moment, the stakes grow higher, and the lines between reality and virtuality become increasingly blurred.

In "The Beginning of Madness," Infinite Dendrogram raises the question of the nature of power and the dangers of being consumed by it. The consequences of the characters' choices are felt throughout the episode, as they realize the true extent of their actions. The introduction of new character Marie Adler adds another layer of complexity to an already intricate plot, leaving audiences wondering what role she will play in the future of the series.

Overall, "The Beginning of Madness" is a thrilling episode that showcases both the strengths and flaws of the Dendrogram world. As the story continues to unfold, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems, and that the players are all pawns in a much larger game. Fans of the series are sure to be on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating what comes next.