Ep 5. Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

The episode Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow of Trinity Blood season 1 revolves around the three main protagonists of the show; Esther, Abel, and Tres. The episode starts with Esther and her companions reaching the palace where the Empress of the New Human Empire resides. They are there to investigate the recent attacks on the Vatican and the involvement of the royal family in those attacks.

Meanwhile, Abel is asked by the Vatican to investigate an incident involving a group of farmers who are being attacked by a giant monster. Abel, being a Crusnik, a vampire with the ability to regenerate and absorb the life force of vampires, accepts the request and heads to the village. Tres, who is sent to help Abel, meets him in the village and together they start investigating the attack.

As Esther starts investigating the royal family, she finds out that they are closely connected to the Rosenkreuz Orden, the organization responsible for the attacks on the Vatican. She also discovers that the Empress of the New Human Empire is not what she appears to be. Meanwhile, Abel and Tres find out that the monster attacking the village is not what it seems to be either. It is a bio-weapon created by the Order to destroy the Vatican and anyone who comes in their way.

The episode then follows Esther’s attempt to uncover the truth about the royal family and Abel's attempt to stop the monster from destroying the village. The plot of the episode is intricately woven with multiple subplots that keep the audience engaged and interested. The sequences are well choreographed, and the action scenes are intense and gripping.

The character development in the episode is top-notch. Esther, who was initially shown as a naive and inexperienced nun, shows her intellectual capabilities and her ability to think on her feet. Abel, who is usually portrayed as a happy-go-lucky character, shows his seriousness and determination to stop the monster from causing any more damage.

The episode Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow is a testament to the show's ability to handle multiple storylines, characters and subplots effortlessly. The showrunners have successfully managed to maintain a balance between the various elements of the show like action, drama, and suspense. The episode is a perfect blend of science fiction, fantasy, and horror, and it delivers on all fronts.

The animation and art of the episode are well done. The contrasting color palettes and the use of light and shadow are used to great effect to create a sense of tension and darkness. The character designs are intricate and detailed, and the animation is fluid and smooth. The voice acting is also well done, and the characters' emotions are portrayed convincingly.

Overall, the episode Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow of Trinity Blood season 1 is a well-crafted episode that showcases the show's potential. It is an action-packed, suspenseful, and entertaining episode that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving the audience wanting more.