: Fans often debate the "mother" mentioned in this episode, as Dante's biological mother, Eva, was killed when he was a child. Popular theories suggest this "mother" was a caretaker or nanny Dante had while living under the Tony Redgrave alias.
: It is later revealed that Sid , a recurring antagonist, planted the idea in Ernest's head to lure Dante to the town for his own demonic agendas. Interesting Findings DMC - Nu m stiai (ep. 8)
: Ernest reveals that twenty years prior, Moline was burned down. The townspeople blamed Anthony and his mother, driving them out of town. Ernest, convinced Anthony was innocent, seeks to summon the demon responsible to clear his friend's name. : Fans often debate the "mother" mentioned in
: A man named Ernest mistakes Dante for his childhood friend, Anthony . Dante confirms he previously used the alias Tony Redgrave but denies knowing Ernest or the town of Moline. Interesting Findings : Ernest reveals that twenty years
: While the anime is generally self-contained, this episode connects deeply to the Devil May Cry novels, where Tony Redgrave is established as Dante's primary mercenary alias.