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  • Fire Force's second episode introduces Company 8's newest recruit: Arthur Boyle. 1 / 9

  • Arthur describes himself as a "Knight King," and has a unique weapon. 2 / 9

  • He and "Devil" Shinra are third-generation pyrokinetics and have a historic rivalry. 3 / 9

  • A duel between them is interrupted (and won) by second-generation pyrokinetic, Maki. 4 / 9

  • In this duel, we get to see Arthur's weapon, Excalibur, in use. 5 / 9

  • Excalibur is a plasma-bladed katana with a cross hilt. It's powered by Arthur's Ignition ability. 6 / 9

  • The Arthurian references call back to Fire Force's creator's previous work, Soul Eater. 7 / 9

  • And, of course, laser swords always make us think of Star Wars... 8 / 9

  • Arthur bears a passing resemblance to Luke Skywalker too. 9 / 9