Attack on Titan Episode 12: Wound: The Battle for Trost (8)

The operation to lure Titans to Trost's corner continues as soldiers attempt to minimize combat, though Commander Pyxis acknowledges that one-fifth of the men have already been lost. Pyxis declares this a critical point for humanity's survival and states he will accept being called a murderer if it means humans endure.

At the boulder, **Eren's Titan form goes berserk**, throwing the entire plan into chaos. His Titan punches wildly, and Mikasa narrowly dodges his strikes. Despite the danger, Mikasa grapples with Eren's Titan face in an attempt to communicate with him rather than retreat. Seeing Eren preparing another attack, Ian warns Mikasa to move back just as Eren punches his own head, knocking himself down.

Rico shoots a red signal flare indicating the plan has failed. The elite squad members pressure Ian to abandon the operation, insisting they've lost their chance, but Ian refuses to give up. He orders them to kill the incoming Titans and defend Eren until he recovers, mirroring Commander Pyxis' resolve to continue even at the cost of more lives. Rico remains unconvinced but follows orders.

Mikasa realizes that **Eren's Titan body parts are not regenerating** as they normally do. Inside the Titan's flesh, Eren's vision blurs as he drifts into memories of home with his parents and Mikasa, eventually falling asleep.

Armin rushes to Eren's location and discovers him on the ground. Mikasa notices that Titans are being lured to Eren's position, seemingly drawn by his presence. Realizing Eren cannot control his Titan form, Armin stabs into the Titan's nape with his blade, cutting through Eren's left arm inside the Titan. Armin speaks to Eren, reminding him of his dreams to see the outside world and rekindling his willpower. **Eren's Titan begins to heal its wounds.**

Meanwhile, Jean and other cadets work to clear Titans from the streets as more continue flooding through the gates. Ian and the elite squad maintain their defensive positions around Eren as the battle intensifies.