: We learn that the "war" wasn't a natural clash of species but was instigated by Professor Akihiro Kurata . His unprovoked attacks and use of "Gizumon"—artificial Digimon that can permanently delete data—forced the Digimon into a defensive, hostile stance.
: As Kurata's Gizumon AT threatens the DATS team, Merukimon sacrifices himself. His dying wish is for Keenan to understand that humans and Digimon can coexist. Digimon Data Squad Episode 24
" The Past Revealed " is essential because it simplifies a complex war into a battle against a singular, clear antagonist while maintaining the emotional depth of its cast. By tying the personal losses of Marcus and Keenan to the broader geopolitical conflict of the Digital World, the episode transforms Data Squad into a story about breaking cycles of hatred. Data Squad Episode 24: The Past Revealed - Digimon:SR : We learn that the "war" wasn't a