“To Be Hero X” episode 10, titled “The True Behind Luck,” delivers a powerful and emotionally charged conclusion to the Lucky Cyan arc. Aired on June 8, 2025, the episode offers a surprising happy ending for Cyan while setting the stage for the next arc, diving deep into themes of trust, fear, and the power of hope.
Cyan’s Fight for Redemption
The episode opens with Lucky Cyan returning to the orphanage to rescue her childhood friend, Luo, following the disturbing events of the previous episode, where a mysterious mist transformed the orphanage’s inhabitants into zombie-like beings. The Dean claims Luo is dead, but Cyan refuses to believe it, fueled by her unyielding optimism.
As public awareness of her tragic past—surviving a mysterious plane crash—spreads, rumors swirl that misfortune follows her. This causes Cyan’s Trust Value, the foundation of her luck-based powers, to plummet, eroding her confidence and weakening her abilities.
Unraveling the Mystery of Cyan’s Luck
Episode 10 finally reveals the truth behind Cyan’s mysterious good luck and her connection to the orphanage. The episode masterfully illustrates how public opinion can quickly turn toxic. Users blame her for everything from personal health problems to financial troubles, claiming that her good luck directly causes others bad luck. This online dogpiling has real consequences: Cyan’s trust value plummets, and fans start demanding refunds for her upcoming concert.
During their battle, Cyan retrieves the crucial audio recording from the plane crash. The passengers, aware they were about to die, recorded messages passing their hopes, dreams, and luck to the child. One passenger says, “If miracles do exist, then let this child live for my sake as well.” These sacrificial blessings reveal that Cyan’s good fortune isn’t stealing luck from others; it’s a gift from those who chose to pass their hopes to her in their final moments. This revelation transforms the narrative around her powers from parasitic to sacrificial.
Luo’s Transformation and Reunion
Luo, consumed by fear particles, initially appears to resent Cyan, possibly under the Dean’s influence. However, Cyan’s emotional performance of “My Color,” a song composed by Luo, becomes a turning point. The melody breaks the fear particles’ hold, leading to a heartfelt reconciliation in the orphanage, where their story began.
The recording also reveals a connection between Cyan and Luo: they appear to have been on the plane together as children, explaining their shared history at the orphanage. “My Color” holds special significance for both of them, serving as a musical motif that represents their bond before everything went wrong.
The Dawn of “Fear”
The episode concludes with an ominous note as the commission officially recognizes fear as an energy that contradicts trust. This negative force, manifested as the black substance that infected the residents of District 70, represents a new threat to the hero system. The final scene shows two mysterious figures discussing fear, implying a larger conspiracy that may become central to the show’s ongoing plot.
Themes and Analysis
- The Power of Hope: The episode emphasizes that Cyan’s luck stems from the hope of those who perished in the plane crash, not from stealing others’ fortune. This highlights the positive impact of hope and optimism.
- The Volatility of Public Opinion: The episode critiques cancel culture and how quickly the public can turn on celebrities based on rumors and incomplete information. It also showcases how easily public opinion can shift when presented with a compelling, emotionally resonant narrative.
- Deconstruction of Heroism: Episode 10 deconstructs the relationship between heroes and public opinion, showing that faith can be corrupted by fear or misunderstanding. Cyan’s struggle represents the precarious position of all heroes, where their abilities and identities are subject to the whims of public perception.
Looking Ahead
Episode 10 sets the stage for the next arc, potentially introducing Queen, the second-ranked hero who seeks to become number one and dismantle the corrupt hero system. The episode also hints at darker forces at play, with a mysterious figure appearing at the E-Soul Workshop, suggesting ongoing experiments with fear and looming threats. It also appeared that Shang Chao’s father was responsible for looking into the concept of Fear.
“To Be Hero X” episode 10 is a standout installment that delivers an emotionally resonant and action-packed conclusion to the Lucky Cyan arc, blending heartfelt resolutions with unsettling new mysteries.
