BEASTARS - Ending Explained
⚠️ Spoiler Analysis
Major twists include the revelation that Riz the bear was Tem's killer, having stopped taking his strength-suppressing medication out of a desire for 'true' friendship. A massive turning point occurs when Louis allows Legoshi to eat his leg to gain the predatory strength needed to defeat Riz without killing him. In Season 3, it is revealed that Legoshi is a quarter-Komodo Dragon, inheriting his grandfather Gosha's venom immunity and peculiar physical traits, which explains his unique perspective on inter-species relationships. The finale involves the takedown of Melon, whose chaotic nature forces the entire society to reconsider the segregation laws, leading to a world where the lines between species become more blurred but also more honest.
Alternative Interpretations
Critics and fans have proposed several readings of the series: 1. A Gender Allegory: Some see the carnivore/herbivore divide as a metaphor for toxic masculinity and the fear women (herbivores) feel in a world where men (carnivores) possess innate physical power. 2. Queer Subtext: The intense bond between Legoshi and Louis is often interpreted as a 'star-crossed' romantic connection that transcends their species' biological enmity. 3. Class Struggle: The Black Market and the Shishigumi are read as commentaries on the underground economies that thrive when mainstream society fails to provide for all its members.