Who Shot Moon in To Be Hero X Episode 4?

In the latest episode titled “The Commoner,” Hero X’s fourth installment, fans are elated that Lin Ling managed to pass his initial test of superhero life as “Nice.” However, the demise of another crucial character has left viewers in shock, reviving the anxiety that had been building since the ending of “The Ever-Standing Hero,” where Moon was seen captive by the villainous God Eye.

Fortunately, Lin Ling managed to overcome God Eye, and it turned out that Moon had been secure the entire time. However, this sense of relief didn’t linger for long. The stunning climax of To Be Hero X Episode 4 left viewers utterly stunned when Moon was suddenly shot, causing quite a stir among fans: who could be the perpetrator?

To be Hero X Episode 4 Mercilessly Kills Off a Major Character

Moon Became God Eye’s Tool in Tearing Apart Nice’s Image

Since the reputation of Enlightener took a nosedive following his attempt to unmask Nice and Moon’s fabricated relationship in the first episode of ‘To Be Hero X’, he has become fixated on undermining Nice’s legacy. This fixation became so overwhelming that it eventually transformed him into the antagonist known as God Eye. In the closing moments of ‘To Be Hero X’ Episode 3, he initiated the initial phase of his scheme to sully Nice’s reputation, which involved disclosing that Moon’s demise was nothing more than a deception.

In spite of my revelation as an imposter, Lin Ling managed to earn public trust and cultivate his own followers due to his authentic resolve to liberate Moon. This transformation eventually led to the emergence of “The Commoner.” Following his triumph over God Eye, Lin Ling seized the opportunity to release Moon from her restraints. To my astonishment, I discovered that the Moon being held captive was merely a mannequin that God Eye had disguised; the real Moon remained secure on the island she’d escaped to long ago.

Lin Ling Doesn’t Get the Happy Ending That People Thought

In the last instances, it became apparent what happened to Moon following her separation from Lin Ling. Though she enjoyed newfound freedom and self-expression, she found herself stranded on an island without any means of escape. When all prospects seemed bleak for her, Lin Ling employed her teleportation device to create a gateway and rescue her. Ultimately, in a touching reunion, the two were able to find each other once more.

Fans of anime had hoped for a joyful conclusion, but instead, events unfolded in an unexpected manner. Against all odds, Lin Ling transformed from a nobody into a hero within just one day. Regrettably, the optimism brought about by “The Commoner” wasn’t universal. A mysterious, crimson moon that Lin Ling had glimpsed at the end of the initial episode continued to haunt the series, ultimately tying up loose ends.

In an unexpected twist towards the end of Episode 4, Moon was fatally wounded and fell in the same manner that Lin Ling had envisioned in a disturbing dream. As the episode drew to a close, viewers caught a brief glimpse of the shooter before he vanished through a portal. Remarkably, this mysterious figure bore a striking resemblance to the future protagonist of To Be Hero X, E-Soul.

Moon’s Death Could be the Beginning of a Revenge Arc

The shocking revelation of Moon’s death serves as an unexpected turn in the narrative of E-Soul, something that fans of To Be Hero X didn’t anticipate. Previously known as a cherished and honorable hero, E-Soul might now find himself on a completely different path. This new development could center around his efforts to avoid Lin Ling’s vengeance pursuit. With Nice’s story now concluded, the tale of Lin Ling as a hero is only just starting.

Lin Ling tends to act with honesty and autonomy, particularly following his recent experiences. The Moon was his motivation for breaking free from deceit, so retribution isn’t entirely off the table. Given that two prominent heroes are now engaged in conflict, Lin Ling’s thirst for vengeance could potentially spell danger for the Hero’s Association. However, the doubt arises as to whether it was truly E-Soul who shot her.

The Identity of Moon’s Killer is the Next Biggest Mystery of To Be Hero X

Killing Moon Could be Part of Spotlight Organization’s Grand Scheme

There could always be a chance that the individual who supposedly shot Moon in the story wasn’t truly E-Soul, but rather a deceitful act orchestrated by God Eye as a form of vengeance. Remember, E-Soul turned into an antagonist following the incident with Nice and Moon’s relationship in episode 1 of To Be Hero X E. It wouldn’t be surprising if God Eye aimed to demolish the very source of his initial fall from grace. Given his power to make mannequins appear and act like real people, it would be within his capacity to mask living beings as someone else entirely.

Although God Eye may have had a reason to kill Moon, there’s no evidence to suggest that he would go so far as to impersonate E-Soul for this purpose. An alternate theory could be that Moon’s death was orchestrated by someone aiming to implicate E-Soul in a heinous crime. If that’s the case, suspicion might fall on the entity responsible for transforming Enlightener into God Eye originally. In other words, The Spotlight Organization has been targeting individuals with grudges against heroes since its inception, apparently with the goal of undermining hero culture.

If E-Soul and The Commoner were to face off, it would spark heated debates within the Hero Association. Should Lin Ling reveal Moon’s death, it could lead to even more turmoil. The actions of a hero can significantly influence public perception towards other heroes. If the Hero Association doesn’t collapse entirely due to this revelation, E-Soul’s reputation would certainly be destroyed at minimum.

Moon’s Death Might be the Hero Association’s Attempt to Save the Status Quo

A more subtle hypothesis could be that E-Soul might have been the actual perpetrator of Moon’s demise, and the Hero Association, in an attempt to safeguard hero culture, may have played a part in her supposed death. God Eye attempted to reveal the truth about Moon’s fake passing, but only presented a mannequin dressed up to resemble her as evidence. However, after God Eye’s deception was uncovered, Moon’s death remained unverified to the public.

Attention shifted towards Lin Ling, managing to earn equal trust and admiration as the original Nice, maintaining his Rank 10 position in the Hero Association. People were so captivated by Lin Ling’s tale that few questioned the authenticity of Moon’s demise, with many already convinced that the Moon being held hostage by God Eye was a fake, even before disguises were removed. In essence, it’s safe to say the public continued to believe that the genuine Moon had perished.

It’s plausible that certain members within the Hero Association preferred to maintain their image because the genuine facts might harm heroes’ standing. If the public discovered that Moon had faked her demise, they would likely wonder about other aspects as well. It’s simple to justify Lin Ling’s deception to become the hero he aspired to be and uphold a noble legacy, but it’s far more challenging to transform Moon’s escape from her heroic imprisonment into something praiseworthy.

Lin Ling might have altered his circumstances significantly, yet he didn’t spark a full-blown revolution. Instead, he exposed the fact that prominent companies can manipulate the narrative presented to the public about themselves as heroes. This revelation may have led other members of the Hero Association to be cautious about undermining the public’s faith in superheroes any more than necessary. By confirming Moon’s death, they prevented her potential return and avoided having to disclose the truth, thus maintaining the popularity and success of To Be Hero X‘s heroic image.

2025-04-28 04:57