Themes revolve around class divides between elites and slum-dwellers, the value in discarded objects, personal growth amid violence, and gritty action—pure traditional shonen entertainment without social justice lectures or identity politics driving the narrative. Character designs include some darker-skinned figures like Raiders Jabber Wonger and Corvus, but these are incidental to the fantasy setting and tribal backstories, feeling organic rather than forced DEI insertions. One minor non-binary side character (Remlin Tysark) exists but plays no central role or arc focused on gender identity.

Japanese voice casting is standard with no race/gender swaps or diversity quotas evident. Creator Kei Urana draws from personal childhood inspirations about cherished objects, emphasizing street art and anti-waste without activist statements on contemporary social issues. Reception is overwhelmingly positive for world-building, fights, and art, with no 'go woke go broke' backlash; instead, controversies stem from a stage play's blackface casting (not the anime) and Western fans forcing trans/non-binary headcanons on characters, which the female creator has publicly rejected and expressed frustration over. The story prioritizes thrilling revenge and battles over any progressive messaging, delivering unadulterated entertainment.