So why the in media res, starting in the middle of things and then doing a flashback? The main thing is the reader appreciates Matt's point of view better in episode 1 if they haven't met Jennifer yet. Besides, the giant robot's name is in the title, it just wouldn't do if he didn't show up until the third episode. Originally I wasn't even going to do the flashback, until I realized I was too curious about Jennifer meeting Sugarshine and her first monster battle.
