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Nov 17, 2008 10:50 PM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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Okay, back to the story. The training for Arachnophobia has started. Stein teaching the Duel Arts/Team Resonance to Maka & the others and the conflict between Maka & Black Star is the highlight of the epi. Seeing Maka cry is kinda cute though XP Anyways, glad to see the training was a success in the end. I lol'd at Black Star's punch but hitting Maka is... =/ Anyways, all in all it's a great epi & the upcoming arc is going to be awesome =3
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Nov 18, 2008 12:13 AM
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Well on the bright side she did ask for it. Have to say those two really have some interesting conflicts. Not a surprise this was going to happen honestly. They have had some issues with their personality types in the first place. But also Maka has felt a bit envious of Black Star for a while now and it just came to a head here. Was necessary for them to deal with it or else they would fail this.Still last punch was crazy with Maka flying off from the impact.

Still they sure got pretty physical in terms of a confrontation. Throws, punches, yelling and making Maka run off crying. At least they were friends at the end of the day. Kind of funny with Tsubaki hitting Black Star in the back of the head for his part in it. Even apologizing and asking her to handle the conversation that would be tough for him.

Now they can hit around some enemies for a change. Should be a huge adventure. Though I worry about Stein and his condition. Doesn't seem like he can hold himself together much longer. Kind of sad that it seems if he does lose it that he'll really miss being able to teach those kids.
Nov 18, 2008 11:24 PM
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great episode. kept me on the edge of my chair. maka sounds quiet annoying when crying :/
Soul is soo cool :D
I'm scared for Stein. I hope he can control the evil inside him -kind of how Soul's controlling the evil/demon inside him. The beginning with Stein's reflection in the mirror was done very well.
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Nov 18, 2008 11:47 PM
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Not that great of an episode, but I would say it's okay & satisfying I thought Maka crying was pretty annoying too, but she had it coming. I wanna see the crazy Maka when the black blood took over, she'd be kicking butt anytime. Poor Stein, I hope Marie can help him snap out of the insanity >_<
Nov 19, 2008 1:25 AM
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Maka becomes envious and Black Star becomes quite a jerk. Sometimes friends have to have these sort of conflict in order to build a stronger relationship anyways. Interesting episode, next one is gonna roooock. Can't wait for the team to go 'crazy' on that mosquito dude.
Nov 19, 2008 2:14 AM
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Xeranthemum said:
Not that great of an episode, but I would say it's okay & satisfying I thought Maka crying was pretty annoying too, but she had it coming. I wanna see the crazy Maka when the black blood took over, she'd be kicking butt anytime. Poor Stein, I hope Marie can help him snap out of the insanity >_<


You forget that poor Marie is being used as a vehicle for Medusa after Chrona put the "bug" in her coffee/tea. Remember Stein was wondering why the hell his madness was accelerating, and the main thing was having Marie become an unwilling spy.

And that was one hellva punch.
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Nov 19, 2008 8:44 AM
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Episode was awsome as always. There is no way this anime is ever gonna let me down!

Black Star was stupid and this is the second time Black Star made his Crazy faces against Maka. That punsh was so funny but so uncool. Soul was pretty cool as always.

MakaxSoul ownz MakaxBlackStar anyday
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Nov 19, 2008 9:06 AM
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Nice episode. Black Star is such a fool!
Nov 19, 2008 9:39 AM
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I guess, putting aside fillers, it was the worst episode so far. Reminds me shippuuden, kinda same crappy feeling.
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Nov 19, 2008 9:59 AM

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Xeranthemum said:
but she had it coming.
what?! that was so sad... it doesn't matter who started it - he made her cry :( that's so sad!

Liked the other spirit inside of Tsubaki!
Nov 19, 2008 10:35 AM

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I really like the episode ^__^ When Maka went off crying I laughed so hard..So unexpectable and so GIRLY xDDDDD
Soul rulz. I like Black Star but he can be sooooo annoying sometimes :/
Nov 19, 2008 10:42 AM

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This episode took itself way too seriously most of the time, not enough comedic relief :{
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Nov 19, 2008 1:25 PM

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Sennin_Darkissa said:
I really like the episode ^__^ When Maka went off crying I laughed so hard..So unexpectable and so GIRLY xDDDDD
Soul rulz. I like Black Star but he can be sooooo annoying sometimes :/

Have to say Soul handled the whole thing well. He knew they had to settle this so he stepped back. But he was there once Maka was back and ready to go.

Antanaru said:
I guess, putting aside fillers, it was the worst episode so far. Reminds me shippuuden, kinda same crappy feeling.

Not sure what you can call filler from this episode. Shocking enough characters don't just get new skills out of nowhere. One episode to get the team soul resonance up and running is fine. Plus let them deal with problems that have been there for a while now. Maka has been upset about Black Star going back to when he got that jar from Stein. Also Black Star's personality lead to some issues with Maka. Needed this episode to develop their characters and their friendship.

Let's not insult the episode and series.
Nov 19, 2008 1:54 PM

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Didn't really like this episode. There was an awkwardness regarding how they dealt with Maka and Black Star being sick of each other right after Black Star going to Arachnaphobia's hq b/c of her being cursed. I agree that this was a long time coming, but i feel that they could have lead up to this better instead of lame filler like let's have a party, and let's play basketball, and let's do two more Excalibur episodes. However, end the end, there was no development of their friendship. Development would mean that the characters learned something about each other that they didn't know before to attain a higher understaning for one another. Tsubaki basically said "That's not important...what's important is that we're already friends, we don't have to understand each other. Everything will be fine because the writers make it that way."
Nov 19, 2008 8:31 PM
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ehmeh ep. black star still annoys me. i kinda wish they showed more of the other team.. meh, i guess we'll see them in action for once next week. so yay.
Nov 19, 2008 9:07 PM

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ehmeh ep. black star still annoys me. i kinda wish they showed more of the other team.. meh, i guess we'll see them in action for once next week. so yay.


LOL! Agree, I'm dying to see Kilik w/ Thunder & Fire in action. The preview made me excited to see what's up w/ the 'break dance' of Thunder & Fire XD


Nov 19, 2008 9:29 PM

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who subbed this one? cant find it anywhere yet :(
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Nov 20, 2008 8:19 AM

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Don't know about some of you guys but that ep was pretty cool...

..don't forget, Black Star is trying to surpass God and if he didnt punch Maka the way he did then that would go against all his beliefs and I would pretty much would've got turned off if he just slapped her or do some pansy thing thats not him...and it was funny too(not that I condone hitting women)

Considering how blackstar went of his way to get a bit of vengeance for what happened to maka and then maka acts all arrogant like, she deserved that punch
Nov 20, 2008 12:23 PM

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It was very interesting and very important (especially for Maka) episode. I think that some people wold learn many things from it... And there was many truly important words about realtionship. It helped me understood some things.
Nov 20, 2008 3:22 PM

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- Blah blah, friendship blah.
- Blah blah blah, morals blah!

Have to admit though, one of the better moral-episodes I've seen in anime. While the episode wasn't much great at all alone, it made a pretty neat (or rather necessary) foreshadowing.

Also, it felt like Maka and Black Star hadn't even noticed each other up until this episode. I'm glad we got to see at least SOME kind of interaction between them.

Judging from the preview though,
Nov 21, 2008 1:32 AM

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Jesus Christ did anyone sub this damned thing yet?

If only Dattebayo did not hate the series they would've probably picked it up..
I'm sick of waiting up to 3-5 days after a episode airs to watch it.
Nov 21, 2008 4:11 AM

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nice ep xD
Nov 21, 2008 4:13 AM

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and yes sum1 subbed it...search it in tokyotosho
Nov 21, 2008 6:17 PM

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Nice episode, Maka's childishness was annoying but overall it was good.
Nov 22, 2008 8:02 AM
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this episode was good but Maka and Black Star annoyed me
Nov 22, 2008 3:45 PM

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This episode was good~
I actually enjoyed Black Star and Maka's little fight. Lol, Maka was being such a baby this episode - it was refreshing to see Black Star get mad at her. Moreover, I respected Soul for staying out of it. Heh, it's good they got the team soul alignment done :) Maka totally deserved that punch from Black Star in the end xD



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Nov 23, 2008 11:33 AM

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pretty sedate episode, but vital. things are prepped for action again, so lets get to it!
Nov 23, 2008 9:03 PM

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great episode jaja poor makka

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Nov 24, 2008 10:31 AM

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Next episode is gonna be DAMN EPIC WIN!!!!!
And Black Star owns!!!
Same with Death the Kid
Same with Soul!!!
Its only maka i dont really like :P Not that i dislike her though
Nov 24, 2008 1:38 PM

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they finnally were able to work together sweet


Nov 24, 2008 6:57 PM

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Great episode, truly the meaning of friendship was learned!
Nov 25, 2008 12:14 AM

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Rweck said:
I'm dying to see Kilik w/ Thunder & Fire in action. The preview made me excited to see what's up w/ the 'break dance' of Thunder & Fire XD

omg that was super cute! XD cant wait!
Nov 25, 2008 3:59 PM

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Cool! The Maka took a beauty blow! Ai! Ui!
Dec 1, 2008 12:23 AM

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Well at least they finally got in sync, I found this episode pretty boring to be honest D: not as bad as the one preceding it but nothing special ><, need more action!!! D:
Dec 2, 2008 5:53 PM

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Jesus Christ did anyone sub this damned thing yet?

If only Dattebayo did not hate the series they would've probably picked it up..
I'm sick of waiting up to 3-5 days after a episode airs to watch it.
wow, you need to learn to be patient. 3-5 days is nothing.

characterization felt a little off to me this ep.
Dec 3, 2008 7:15 PM
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I can't believe I actually got pissed off by an anime character...

I find Black Star waaaay too annoying...and acts too much like an as*. Seriously, if I ever met someone like him in real life, I'll probably puke my guts out. Tsubaki is waay to cute and nice to be stuck with someone like him. I'm sure Tsubaki can get along with any meister. Oh well...however, I do have to say that Black Star does have one or two redeeming qualities due to his personality.

Hopefully Maka and Soul will end up being the strongest pair in the end.
Dec 7, 2008 4:09 AM

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Good episode, but I don't like Makka :\

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Dec 7, 2008 2:51 PM

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great episode :) Insane Stein ftw
Dec 7, 2008 7:17 PM

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One thing I never got is why is Maka one of the main protagonists, her power level is nowhere near either Black Star or Death. I mean she should be somewhat close but is far and away the weakest member, if Soul has a few aces up his sleeve.

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Dec 10, 2008 12:51 AM

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i lmao when black star decked maka. tsubaki's face was priceless.
Dec 10, 2008 2:02 PM
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Meh episode, very slow as usual and I don't really see the point of an episode like this one. However, the last scene made up for the lack of development, so I guess I'm waiting for the next ep now.

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Dec 17, 2008 1:19 PM

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i thought maka arguing with blackstar was very out of place, considering that a few episodes ago blackstar was trying to get revenge for her. maybe he shouldn't have hit her in the end. But when he told her he'd kick her ass if she tries him again, i thought he was in the right
Dec 19, 2008 6:13 PM

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Uneventful episode.
It was pretty great though.<3

Gotta love Maka's sense of honor.

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Feb 11, 2009 4:00 PM

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I didn't expected Black Star to really hit Maka. XD
Good episode.
Feb 13, 2009 4:18 AM

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I didn't expected Black Star to really hit Maka. XD
Good episode.
Yeah neither D:
Feb 13, 2009 1:09 PM

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First things first. Hatsuyuki sub is terrible.
This was the first episode where I could really fell Iwasaki Taku. Really great soundtrack. Somehow I'm glad Black Star hit Maka.
Feb 14, 2009 12:01 PM

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That yosh right after Maka asked him to hit her was spectacular, I burst out laughing.
Jun 6, 2009 4:51 PM

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lol black star makes me laugh, it would be better when he laughed after hitting her haha

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Jun 7, 2009 1:08 AM

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good thing Maka learn on how to accept people =]

lols ... black star punched maka without holding back o_o


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oh god, black star, the unsensible one!^^
He really hit Maka with his full power xD
btw, very good episode! :-)
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