Itou Junji: Maniac - Episode 12 -

His antics consistently backfire in a darkly comedic fashion. The cat eventually undergoes a bizarre, supernatural transformation—possibly due to Soichi's meddling—that leaves him injured and comically defeated.

Adapted from Fragments of Horror , this segment is often cited by critics from Ready Steady Cut and Den of Geek as the stronger, more psychological half of the finale. Itou Junji: Maniac - Episode 12

Reviewers note the story explores themes of domestic violence and the blurred lines between mental health struggles and supernatural intervention. Part 2: Soichi's Beloved Pet His antics consistently backfire in a darkly comedic fashion