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Feb 27, 2012 8:56 AM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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Nyanko-sensei sleeping, and Natsume sensing something. Old man's face on the door??

Youkai's conversation about wanting to ask Natsume... lol~~

Ishida-san's character doing filming. He got a note of offer to find "Hoozuki" or getting exorcising "Huzuki".

"Tsukiwake Festival". Human don't do anymore but youkai still do for 10th year. He got a day to find "Hoozuki". "Hoozuki", which was supposed to be sealed by an exorcist, was there, but it's Natsume!!

"Hoozuki" (white) vs. "Huzuki" (black). To chase something from the pot?

They met again at the sealed place.

They got caught by the trap set by the "Huzuki" gangs and got found out.

Just realized... the youkai working under Ishida-san's character, Hiiragi, is the same as OP duo's name!
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Feb 27, 2012 10:10 AM
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Great
Feb 27, 2012 10:53 AM
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We need more women in this show, I mean can Natumse look even more feminine than this?

Either way, I liked how this went and I was surprised that this a two episode arc. These are becoming more common this season.
Feb 27, 2012 11:38 AM
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I always want to see Hiiragi without her mask again....

Hope Natsume does something amazing next episode. =)
Feb 27, 2012 11:47 AM
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As always loved it =)
It was really funny when Natsume was running away from the white hats youkai at the beginning xD
Feb 27, 2012 12:20 PM
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Oh god I loved Natsume's outfit SO MUCH.
Great episode as always, I really like Hiiragi, I'm happy she's getting more screen time.
Also fucking cliffhangers.
Feb 27, 2012 12:25 PM
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Natori is softening a little...? Humans and their insecurities and power-hunger, messing with Gods... - -;
Feb 27, 2012 1:07 PM
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I love how they always come up with new stories, but without changing the feel of the series :D

Oh no, Natsume is in danger >.<
Feb 27, 2012 1:13 PM
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ClementIV said:
We need more women in this show, I mean can Natumse look even more feminine than this?


Lmao, totally agree with it.


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Feb 27, 2012 1:34 PM

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Really liked it :O Natori-san was pretty awesome, as was Natsume.
Looking forward to the next episode!

Even if something is going on, Natsume Yuujinchou episodes are so peaceful (I fell asleep for a few minutes xD)

4/5 - I wished they explained the two gods and that they had more of a backstory. Oh wellz.
Feb 27, 2012 1:57 PM

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That outfit Natsume was wearing would give a wonderful cosplay.
Feb 27, 2012 3:25 PM

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EdenBaggins said:
That outfit Natsume was wearing would give a wonderful cosplay.
Feb 27, 2012 6:33 PM
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I was laughing so hard during the first part of the show. This episode was really funny! It was intense after that.

Omg, black beast!! <3<3<3
Feb 27, 2012 6:44 PM

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EdenBaggins said:
That outfit Natsume was wearing would give a wonderful cosplay.
Feb 27, 2012 8:09 PM

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Loved the episode...Its always nice to see Natori and Natsume working together..
I am a sucker for romance!!!!
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Feb 27, 2012 9:12 PM

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More Natori and Hiiragi, good stuff. Interesting first part, I'm looking forward to the resolution.
Feb 27, 2012 10:36 PM

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So Hiiragi would like Natori to soften a bit, and when the two fall off the platform Natori calls Hiiragi's name, not Natsume's..... Maybe we will get a little romance in this show....
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Feb 27, 2012 11:41 PM

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EdenBaggins said:
That outfit Natsume was wearing would give a wonderful cosplay.

You know, I've seen tons of fan art of Natsume wearing the Houzuki outfit and kept thinking that it would be a terrific cosplay, but I never knew which episode it was from. Turns out, said episode hadn't even aired yet, LOL. Still, my thoughts are the exact same. It would be even cooler if two cosplayers made both the Houzuki and Fuzuki outfits and cosplayed together.

Anyway, amazing episode. I was so pissed/anxious about the cliffhanger that I scared my cat xD Except for the slight dip in quality of the art/animation, I can't find anything to complain about in this episode.
Feb 28, 2012 2:08 AM

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Yes, finally this arc. This really should have been animated last season, but ah well.

I love Natori. Seriously. So very much. The development in his character is just wonderful. He still has to remind Natsume that he's doing this to protect humans rather than to help the youkai, yet he's clearly softening up. And it's obvious he really cares for Natsume and I love his seiyuu for doiing an awesome job while chiding Natsume for doing reckless things. It's like he's holding back, but at the same time he really wants to look out for Natsume.


rodac said:
So Hiiragi would like Natori to soften a bit, and when the two fall off the platform Natori calls Hiiragi's name, not Natsume's..... Maybe we will get a little romance in this show....
He calls them BOTH! "Natsume! Hiiragi!"
This is how people see all that nonexistent sexual tension and whatnot - by filtering out things they don't want to see or hear. Seriously, why do people insist there be more romance in this show?!
Feb 28, 2012 2:56 AM

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Natori is such a boring character. He's realy just there to deliver some shounen-ai fanservice and make the girls squeal. Leave the youkai chicks with Natsume and GTFO, we already have more interesting bishounen.

So Hiiragi realizes humans can see youkai as more than just servants. Too bad she's falling for the wrong guy. And it's a pity the two duelling gods are just villans of the week and won't be explored any further. This is getting too episodic again. :/
Feb 28, 2012 3:13 AM

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that was pretty reckless of natsume. she could have easily cut down all those logs. that's what he gets for thinking of youkai as something more than just that.

but then again, that is one of his good points....
Feb 28, 2012 5:46 AM

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this episode is amazing. Hiiragi and Natsume I'm really interested to see their relationship development
Feb 28, 2012 7:59 AM

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great episode can't wait for part 2 !
Feb 28, 2012 8:45 AM

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Natsume is so beautiful in that outfit, I was wondering when that chapter would be made into anime.
Feb 28, 2012 10:38 AM

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I really like the outfit. Natsume was totally badass when he announce his presence to black robes, with his costume and hair waving in the wind

Natsume took a lot of punishment this episode, first the waterfall and then the logs :(

A really high level youkai just for a hunt, it's like an evil version of Madara. Youkai of god status really seem to be something else.

Natori's development is really interesting. Just speculation, but I think he's always been reluctant deep down to kill or seal youkai, but he decided to prioritize humans and consider all youkai enemies of humans at some point because it's really tough to try to balance the two the way Natsume does. But seeing Natsume never give up and keep struggling to be in good terms with both youkai and humans must have influenced him and maybe reminded him of what he used to want. I don't think he will become as perfect as Natsume though. But if he starts taking youkai in consideration before resorting to drastic measures it's an important development already.
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Feb 28, 2012 8:17 PM

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I still don't get Natsume. Just call Misuzu and get everything sorted. Kidding. Knowing Natsume, he would never do that. And he was a real man in this episode. First he declared his presence like he was the real deal in front of the Black Robes, and then jumped in front of Hiiragi when the logs fell.

Cannot wait for the next episode. And sparkling Zura ja nai, Natori da is a playboy or innocent, douchira da? I have the same question lol.

Obviously, 5/5, as always.
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Feb 28, 2012 8:44 PM

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EdenBaggins said:
That outfit Natsume was wearing would give a wonderful cosplay.


Yes indeed !!
Feb 29, 2012 4:01 PM

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One of the best episodes so far!

Natori: "I just saw a youkai that looks like Natsume"
Hiragi: "It was Natsume..."

I LOLed!
Mar 1, 2012 8:43 AM

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An actual cliffhanger episode of Natsume :D

And the show just continues to surpass itself, I am just amazed at the quality of this season. Easily the best so far. If they can keep this up, 5th season yes please, thank you (If this is the 4th season, I lost count around 2).
Mar 2, 2012 6:08 AM

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Natsume's outfit looks great!
Mar 2, 2012 9:10 PM

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looking around pixiv there were tons of fanart with natsume in that outfit and now I finally know where it's from and lol and most of them making natsume look over-the-top feminine
Mar 3, 2012 9:57 AM

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Sucks that he got found out at the end. Very nice episode.
Mar 4, 2012 8:37 AM

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I wonder if they will actually find the god that Natsume is playing since it makes for a very interesting festival.
Also a pretty interesting cliffhanger really makes me long for the next episode.
Mar 4, 2012 8:35 PM

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Damn cliffhanger! It's taking every bit of strength I have not to read the manga yet! I need the next ep soon T__T
Mar 6, 2012 2:05 PM

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The scene where Natsume and Natori saw each other was priceless :D
Mar 7, 2012 5:09 PM

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I enjoyed this episode tremendously. Finally an arc with a story I like~
Mar 11, 2012 10:22 AM

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Finally, I was awaiting this episode for so long ♥

Okay, in few words, this was very much a squeal feast for me. I mean, Natori. I adore Natori. Especially sparkling Natori. Just look at his expressions, just look at them! He’s just jealous of Natsume’s fabulous outfit~

“Hiiragi, I just saw a youkai that looked a lot like Natsume…”
“No, that was Natsume.”
That was priceless.

Hiiragi is always such a nice youkai. I enjoy her interactions with Natsume and concern over Natori, in hopes of softening up his mostly impassive nature.

FREAKING CLIFFHANGER. WHY YOU—!

In any case, I can’t wait for next episode ♥
Also, if they happen to explain Houzuki and Fuzuki’s background story with a bit more of depth —and I think they will—, I’ll be more than glad~
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Mar 25, 2012 8:38 PM

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Hiiragi is awesome, glad to see her get more screen time.
Apr 1, 2012 9:01 AM

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Good episode. Natsume looked fabulous in his outfit. LOL

I actually want more screentime for Hiragi and this episode did it.
Nov 7, 2012 2:01 AM

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Great episode! Natsume looked quite beautiful in that costume.
Jan 7, 2013 4:04 PM

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Great episode! Natsume looked quite beautiful in that costume.

Too bad he's in trouble now.
Apr 8, 2013 7:43 PM
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EdenBaggins said:
That outfit Natsume was wearing would give a wonderful cosplay.

You know, I've seen tons of fan art of Natsume wearing the Houzuki outfit and kept thinking that it would be a terrific cosplay, but I never knew which episode it was from.

Same! I always thought it was a really pretty outfit, and now I know where it's from :) Natsume looks so good in Hozuki's outfit! But uh-oh, the other youkai found out...but lol at the part where some of the youkai wondered what the "mochi-like" creature on "Hozuki's" lap was XD
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Madara's been pretty useless lately.
Nov 12, 2013 6:22 PM

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Madara's been pretty useless lately.

He be slacking.
Dec 24, 2013 8:56 PM

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This season is not as heartwarming as the previous ones. Decent episode. 3/5.


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Dec 31, 2013 2:43 PM

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That ending! Pretty interesting episode, let's see what's next!
Feb 27, 2014 8:47 PM

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xAvengerx said:
UnbornMVs said:
Madara's been pretty useless lately.

He be slacking.

He always comes through when Natsume needs him most :p
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ahh a cliffhanger. natsume would be alright though, right??

is it me or is the ayakashi from the hunt looks like nyanko sensei? i also feel like this mission of finding and releasing the seal is just a ruse to seal the other god. for matoba perhaps?

natsume looked really good in that outfit. i hope he keeps wearing it in the next episode :D
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I've really grown to like Hiragi a lot.
Hiragi>Taki?? anyone??

Also, is it Natori character development that I'm sensing?
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Episode that does not disappoint and again another bit builds the character of Natori and the evolution of the relationship he has with Natsume.
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