The Different Echidnas | Re: Zero Explained

Summary

In this video, the different versions of Echidna from *Re:Zero* are explored in depth. The focus is on four iterations: Tea Party Echidna, Omega Echidna, Coffin Echidna, and Scarf Donor. Each version brings unique traits, with Tea Party Echidna being emotionally manipulative and knowledge-driven, Omega Echidna seeking to observe Subaru and find a sage candidate, Coffin Echidna showing emotional depth and a connection to Beatrice and Roswell, and Scarf Donor, an artificial spirit, displaying human-like emotions toward Anastasia. The video delves into their roles, relationships, and emotional complexity within the series.

Takeaways

• 😀 Tea Party Echidna is a younger version of the character, around 20 years old, who lacks a true understanding of human emotions and mimics them for manipulation.
• 😀 Despite not lying, Tea Party Echidna makes contradictory statements, such as claiming her body was destroyed when it clearly wasn’t.
• 😀 Some fans theorize that Tea Party Echidna represents the Witch of Greed's factor, explaining her emotional detachment.
• 😀 Omega Echidna is the Tea Party Echidna inhabiting Ryusushima's body, with the ability to alter her appearance using miasma and observe Subaru's actions.
• 😀 Omega Echidna's goal appears to be finding a suitable sage candidate while also observing Subaru’s journey through the story.
• 😀 Coffin Echidna is an older version that shows more genuine emotion and is recognized as Beatrice's mother and Roswell's mentor.
• 😀 The Coffin Echidna has a deeper, more human side, demonstrated through her relationships and emotional complexity.
• 😀 Unlike Tea Party Echidna, Coffin Echidna does not use forced emotional manipulation but rather displays true affection and concern.
• 😀 Scarf Donna is an artificial spirit created by Echidna as a test to see if she could create such a being, leaving her without a clear purpose after her creation.
• 😀 Scarf Donna displays human emotions, such as caring for Anastasia, and even takes on Anastasia’s pain to prevent her from suffering, showing more emotional depth than other versions of Echidna.
• 😀 Capella shows an interest in Scarf Donna, referring to her as the 'Witch’s Legacy,' hinting at her future importance in the storyline.

Q & A

What is the main characteristic of the tea party version of Echidna?

The tea party version of Echidna appears to be a younger, around 20 years old, version of the witch. She has a black-and-white color scheme and struggles to understand human emotions, relying instead on intelligence to mimic them. She uses emotional manipulation to achieve her goals, particularly in interactions with Subaru.

Why does the tea party Echidna say contradictory things, like claiming her body was destroyed by Volcanica?

Despite not lying, tea party Echidna often makes statements that contradict the known facts, such as claiming her body was destroyed while it remains intact. This could be attributed to her lack of understanding of human emotions and her reliance on manipulation and intelligence, potentially as part of her emotional mimicry.

What is the significance of the name 'Omega Echidna'?

Omega Echidna is a version of tea party Echidna that takes over Ryu Sushima's body at the end of season 2 of Re:Zero. She uses a pyroxene crystal containing the souls of the other witches, although she cannot utilize their powers. Omega's primary goal seems to be observing Subaru's actions and potentially finding a suitable sage candidate.

How does Omega Echidna alter her appearance, and what is the reason for this?

Omega Echidna uses miasma to alter her appearance temporarily, which allows her to appear as herself. This ability enables her to maintain her true form while blending in with her surroundings, especially since she physically resembles Ryu Sushima.

What makes coffin Echidna different from the tea party version?

Coffin Echidna is considered by some to be the 'human side' of Echidna, while tea party Echidna is linked to the witch factor. Coffin Echidna is older, displaying more human-like emotions and a sense of empathy. She has also interacted with characters like Beatrice and Roswell, providing mentorship and guidance.

What role did coffin Echidna play in Beatrice's life?

Coffin Echidna placed Beatrice in the library for a meaningful purpose, as opposed to the idea that it was part of an experiment. She is also recognized as Beatrice's mother and played a significant role in Roswell's development, further emphasizing her connection to these characters.

Why does Emilia think coffin Echidna is an older sister?

Emilia perceives coffin Echidna as an older sister due to her mature and more emotionally aware nature. This stands in contrast to the tea party Echidna, who lacks a true understanding of emotions.

What is the relationship between coffin Echidna and the other witches?

Coffin Echidna is regarded as the mentor of Roswell and the mother of Beatrice, suggesting that she holds a more significant, authoritative role than the tea party Echidna, who seems emotionally detached and intellectually focused.

What is the significance of the artificial spirit 'Scarf Donor'?

Scarf Donor is an artificial spirit created by Echidna herself, taking the form of Anastasia's scarf. Although she was created as a test to see if Echidna could create an artificial spirit, Scarf Donor displays some emotional awareness, particularly towards Anastasia, and shows concern for her well-being.

Why does Capella take an interest in Scarf Donor?

Capella seems to have an interest in Scarf Donor because she refers to her as 'the witch's legacy.' This could be part of Capella’s pattern of seeking relics or remains tied to the witches, as seen with her interest in Typhon's remains. It suggests that Capella may have a deeper agenda concerning the witches' legacy.