Ep 4. The Deadly Cave Battle! Fire, Five-Fold Spiked Punch!
- TV14
- May 1, 2011
- 22 min
In episode 4 of season 1 of Toriko, titled "The Deadly Cave Battle! Fire, Five-Fold Spiked Punch!", we find our hero, Toriko, and his partner, the chef Komatsu, entering a dangerous cave in pursuit of the rare ingredient known as Rainbow Fruit. However, they soon discover that they are not alone in their quest as they come face to face with another group of hunters, led by the ruthless Midora.
The cave is a treacherous and deadly place, filled with dangerous creatures and traps, and the two groups quickly find themselves in a fierce battle for survival. Toriko uses his incredible strength and fighting skills to take on Midora's team, while Komatsu tries to stay out of harm's way and navigate the labyrinthine cave system to find the Rainbow Fruit.
As the battle rages on, Toriko faces one of his toughest challenges yet in the form of a massive creature known as the Rock Drum. This gigantic monster is able to create seismic waves with each strike of its massive fists, and Toriko is forced to use all of his skills to try to take it down.
Meanwhile, Komatsu discovers the location of the Rainbow Fruit and sets out to retrieve it, only to find himself confronted by the deadly Poison Doting Tree. This poisonous plant is able to release a deadly gas that can kill anyone who breathes it in, and Komatsu must use all of his culinary skills to create a special dish that can neutralize the gas and allow him to safely retrieve the fruit.
The battle between Toriko and Midora's team reaches a fever pitch, with both sides unleashing their most powerful techniques and attacks. In the end, it is Toriko who emerges victorious, but at great cost. He is badly injured and exhausted from the battle, and it is up to Komatsu to use the Rainbow Fruit and his culinary skills to heal him and bring him back to full strength.
Overall, "The Deadly Cave Battle! Fire, Five-Fold Spiked Punch!" is an action-packed and thrilling episode that showcases some of Toriko's most impressive fighting skills and introduces several new and dangerous creatures that he must face in his quest for rare ingredients. The episode also highlights the importance of teamwork and the power of cooking, as Komatsu uses his culinary skills to save the day and heal Toriko after his brutal battle.