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The encounter with Pernida serves as a narrative fulcrum where the themes of evolution and stagnation collide. Mayuri’s constant evolution throughout the fight parallels Pernida’s transformation. The clash becomes less about mere power and more about philosophical ideologies regarding advancement. As the fight unfolds, viewers observe how each character’s evolution mirrors their respective philosophies: Mayuri, the scientist, symbolizes growth, while Pernida exemplifies the threat of becoming trapped in an unchanging state.