: While the main series balances edge and irony, Gaiden is pure comedy. It removes the "dark" elements to focus entirely on the Seven Shadows' daily lives when they aren't on missions. Context for Readers
: Chapters around this point in the series frequently feature fan-favorite interactions, such as Delta's simple-minded antics or Beta's competitive record-keeping of Shadow's "achievements". : While the main series balances edge and
: This chapter continues the series' trend of focusing on the obsession and loyalty the Seven Shadows have for Cid (Shadow), often portraying their devotion in exaggerated, hilarious ways. often portraying their devotion in exaggerated