Commander Erwin reveals the long-term goal of reaching the basement in Shiganshina but keeps the true purpose of the 57th Exterior Scouting Mission hidden from most recruits.
Often cited as a series highlight for Jean Kirstein, this episode shows him abandoning his dream of a safe life in the Military Police to honor his fallen friend, Marco Bodt. Shingeki no Kyojin Episode 16
The episode concludes with the Survey Corps officially riding out from the Calaneth District, marking the beginning of the "Female Titan Arc". Season 4, Episode 16: "Above and Below" Commander Erwin reveals the long-term goal of reaching