The episode highlights the widening gap between Tsukishima and his teammates:
: The charismatic ace bluntly calls Tsukishima ’s blocks "weak," which strikes a rare chord of genuine irritation in the stoic middle blocker. Haikyuu!! Second Season Episode 7
The episode title, directly references Tsukishima , whose name contains the kanji for "moon" (月), contrasting him with Hinata, the "sun" (日). While the "sun" is currently burning bright with new techniques, the "moon" is fading. Tsukishima is portrayed as a player who gives "passing grade" effort but never strives for 100%. This standoffishness is revealed as a defense mechanism—a fear of over-investing in something only to face the "immense pain" of failure. Catalysts for Change: Kuroo and Bokuto The episode highlights the widening gap between Tsukishima
The turning point occurs in the , where Tsukishima is taunted into a practice session with veteran players Kuroo (Nekoma) and Bokuto (Fukurōdani). Tsukishima is portrayed as a player who gives