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I don't think it is just a filler episode. I mean most animes are even less exciting than this unless they are all action, but I think that this is a great episode. I mean does every episode have to be a fight? Also, I don't get why people disappear. I mean they said oh if you don't fight against Angel, but why do you have to fight her? And then why did Iwasawa disappear??

Eh, I liked it. It's a lot better than some of the other stuff that has been on.

I loved this episode, even though it had little development. I kind of live for pointless-ness in anime.

I dunno why no one likes Yui, I think she's hilarious and adorable. XD

Wow... What the fuck? Yui cockblocked Hinata from Ascension/Enlightenment. I can kind of see where this whole thing is going, but this episode was a page directly out of Haruhi, though it had it's own slight twist. All I can say is 'Further explanation needed' because there are so many holes in the story resulting in endless possibilities as far as solutions go. I'm not really buying into the whole 'no one here committed suicide' statement from Yuri, but then again, it does seem like they're being judged for Heaven. Last episode Tenshi said she's not the villain, and I'm really inclined to believe her.

Chapter one of the light novel explains how Hinata died. Sadly there is only one chapter translated at the moment.

http://subsmith.wordpress.com/2010/04/01/angel-beats-track-zero-chapter-1-a-rocket-for-two/

Also, I personally think there is a lot more to Yui's character. There are subtle points that just strike me as odd. For instance, why did she volunteer to join Hinata's team. It also seemed too perfect that she attacked Hinata right before he was about to catch the ball. Until recently, Yui was also listed as a main character on Wikipedia. There is also a promotional poster showing Tenshi, Yuripe, Otonashi, and Yui. http://i.yai.bz/assets/98/855/s_p1022485598.jpg

The opening and closings also are a bit strange. Yui was briefly shown in episode one, and formally introduced in episode 3, but did not appear in either the opening or closings until this episode. In the opening on episode 4, Yui's name is not displayed introducing her; the only other character that is not introduced Tenshi.

This could all just be a coincidence, but I was wondering if anyone also felt that this was odd.

I enjoyed it. There weren't enough guns and explosions - none, in fact - but that just made it a nice change of pace.

I miss Angel on the piano. That was a much better version of the OP.

The ending made it clear the school is a waystation between lives for the students to resolve "unresolved issues". Students who play by the rules and blend in disappear quickly and move on (otherwise there'd be a heck of a lot more than 2000 students). Yuri's group is special and has a lot more or more serious issues to work out. "Blending in" doesn't work for them. I don't think the SSS will reincarnate, either: Reincarnation is for slow learners. We're talking Ascension here: not just starting over with a new life but moving up to a higher existence.

Oh, and they're setting Hinata and Yui up to be a couple, aren't they? Mixing oil and vinegar - all the ingredients for a classic comedy couple. :)

Yes I agree because the same light was present as that of Iwasawa but I am not sure there is as much drama as that of Iwasawa.
This ^ exactly that I though earlier on with the comedy...why change when the combination like that of Iwasawa was good also why would so many people not like Yui......she adds to cute and comedy pretty well for me...maybe it's that tail she has.
I could make some avatars of him and GIFs.....going to get to work on seeing what can be done.....do I get something from the fan girls? :D Just kidding....I will just try besides I have another series that I want to do that.....but windy that rage....I did not have any on this episode despite its elements. Oh well all are different.

Well, the original OP was better, by far.
But this one definitely wasn't bad at least : | (I'm guessing it might've been temporary for this particular episode though.. And it would otherwise be a kind of strange time to change the OP, no? O.o)

"Yui-nyan! ♥"
And that's some awesome baseball right there. (Otonashi vs. Noda)

Ok episode. Yui was fun at times, but mostly annoying. LOL at Yuri's final words before the ED.

What? The only reason was Hinata....yes? Since the episode was about him.

The Remix for the OP was good.
I was LMAO when TK said "Crazy Baby"

This episode is for fangirls :D
Worship Otonashi and Hinata now!

No it'd be because Girls Dead Monster needed a new vocalist.
Anyway, it's just a theory, no need to give it any huge attention.

DON'T STOP DANCING.

This episode was entertaining, and I have no idea what the next one will be about since the preview (as always) gave me a headache.

i dont care if nothing happened, it was funny.

although they should probably stop hurting yui now =/

someone make a gif of Yui-nyan part

i like how funny this ep is

it was very funny for me especially the death metal part

how about every one else

EPIC OP!!! love it ^^

Fuck your Yui.

Fuck your Iwasawa.

Fuck all of your favorite characters.

TK is and will always be the best character in this entire show. Search your feelings; you know it to be true.

This episode kinda felt like filler but it was entertaining. There was also some character development that contributes to the story.

EDIT: (fixed first word)

I thought the OP remix was better. Listening with a really nice pair of headphones, it had an awesome bassline.