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| i wish i had the jj style |
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| An enjoyable episode, even if it could not top the last one. But honestly, I didnt expect that since topping that one would require a lot of effort and they need to save the really impressive stuff for the finale. Anyway, Yuuri and Viktor's interactions are as precious as ever. I mean, that fucking tie grab. And Viktor kissing his skate... Yup. I would have liked some conversation about the previous Kiss, but again, probably saving some stuff the finale. It was great to see Yurio again, I missed him! At this point, I fully expect the dog to die. Unlike some people here, I don't see it as a cheap and lackluster twist, but rather as a parallel to what happened to Yuuri last time. That was foreshadowed by Makkaxhin looking at Vicchan's photo. He will probably die and we will get to see Viktor emotionally wrecked for the first time. It will be a good opportunity to learn more about him. Plus, unlike Yuuri, he will have someone to help him get over the pain, so that should be good, too. Can't Wait to see Yuuri with Yakov as his coach. Maybe he will try to sabotage him, but then again, it is an opportunity for him to become stronger. All in all, I Felt that this episode was sort of a prelude. |
| Maaaan! I always cry a little in the end of each episode (╥︣﹏╥᷅) ♡ Reason: I WANT MORE EVERY TIME!!! |
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| Victuuri really gives off a "just married" vibe. So cute <3 The episode was the weakest in terms of plot and impact so far, though it was kind of refreshing as well to actually just have a pretty normal episode. Makes it a bit more realistic I guess. Nevertheless, I have no clue how they will try to achieve to actually get some excitement into this show again after all that has happened. The whole thing with Maccachin getting sick and Victor leaving sounds actually rather boring. The whole plot was actually pretty okay until this point. Just when you think they are not gonna bring in some typical drama. Geez. LOL at JJ. If anyone thought that Georgi was eccentric... ah well... His performance had a higher animation quality than the others' I think, it looked really good. Yurio is so beautiful. The reused animations from ep 2 were kind of bugging me... though it's inevitable. The new close ups during his performance looked great though, and his character's pretty close to how a teen would act, with being angry at silly things (especially by Yuri and Victor cheering on him), I liked that. He's vulnerable too, in a way different than Yuri is. At the beginning of the anime he just seemed like some punk in puberty who's just simply rude, however, it really reveals what he's really feeling. Such tsundere. Meeting his Grandpa again was nice too. Why did the grandpa seem so angry at Yurio talking about liking Katsudon though? Hoping to see more of Victor's side now that we've gotten much to see of Yurio and Yuri. Not liking the siscon thing at all... Cup of China's characters at least felt a bit original somehow, they all had their own charms. Putting JJ aside, the other two, Michele and Mister-I'm-a-robot (what's-his-name-again?) seem rather bland. Looks like that's inevitable too considering the genre -sighs- Mostly looking forward to Yurio's performance next week. It'll be another excruciating week waiting for YoI -cries- |
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| I was expecting to be drowning in feels after this episode but I found it just OK.... No comment about the kiss, really? I can tell that they're trying to make the job easier for the animators by putting reaction shots and dialogue in the middle of the skating sequences. The animations seemed smoother this ep. Felt really bad for Yurio when he fell as he was looking forward to making Yuri into borscht and not even his granddad showed up.. Dog choking on a bun, really? That just feels like a REALLY weak excuse to exclude Victor from the plot. I hope there's some kind of twist... |
| Nice ep! Holy shit Yuuri went full eros mode! Very good performance Yuuri, show em your love for Victor <3 Is he gonna do well without him? (did Yakov even answer the question, idk have to rewatch it) Makkachin pls. Hope next episode will feature a little of Victors past because it seems to me like that dog is his only family. I'd also like to know more details about their relationship, I mean.. why is no one talking about their kiss? I was kinda looking forward to that. I cant wait to see Yurio full agape mode! Hope he will show it in the Grand Prix finale (when his grandpa is watching) yeee!! I just can't wait 'til next week! This show has so much more in store for us :3 |
dino-chanNov 23, 2016 2:36 PM
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| Well, it was predictable that they wouldn't mention the 'kiss' again. I'm curious if this will ever brought up again. |
| Why not call about the dog after the free program? No need to put such a huge mental strain on Yuri right before such an important event. Not like he could have done much about the situation from halfway across the world anyway |
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| The best, the JJ Style!!! xD |
| JJ is a strong opponent. And nice song |
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| I feel like this episode was more a build-up to the next one.... i mean i enjoyed it but kinda hard to live up to the rest of the episodes.... hopefully the build-up will end in something dramatic |
| * JJ's got a nice ass! * Why does Sala seem to have such an interest in Yuri? I don't trust her at all considering she wants to get away from her brother. * Please don't let the poodle die!!! |
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| For those that are still unsure whether or not it's canon click here. It's a link of an account on twitter that translates all Mitsurou Kubo's tweets. In one of her tweets she wrote that she wanted to showcase a healthy stable relationship and for that she didn't need to use a female character. She wanted to write a story about ''love that transcends gender'' There's also this website that belongs to the same person that translates Kubo's tweets. It's a website created by YOI fans that includes a collection of links to official sites, meta commentary and fun extras on Sayo Yamamoto’s dream project and translated tweets. There's also an explanation about the gifts on the ice and about that tissue box that looks like a dog and so much more |
Hikigaya Hachiman said: If the past makes you wanna die out of regret and future makes you depressed out of anxiety then by elimination, the present is likely the happiest time. |
| JJ is perfect for Miyano Mamoru. I much prefer this than his handsome smartass roles. JJ is definitely the kind of character not to root for, though. The subtitle of this and next episode is Yuri vs Yuri, so JJ will definitely advance even when no one cares and Yuuri will have to face him later... with Yurio tagging along. Well, at least that's what I want. I dont think the dog will die. I dont know. the tone about this accident was too light for me to take it seriously. I do want to see Victor's emotions too. |
| i love how all the skaters are different and all have different performances, it's nice to watch. also...some weird brother sister relationship this episode...? and that JJ guy is kinda crazy noooo poor puppy. i don't think they'll kill off the dog. and if they do they better add a tragedy genre (lol) actually, it'll be pretty interesting if the dog dies. we would be able to see more of Viktor's emotions that way |
belovingNov 23, 2016 3:39 PM
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| That JJ dude was 100/10. Who else would be proud enough to skate to a song praising themselves as much as that? I'm thoroughly entertained! The other performances were okay too but Yurio's was gorgeous! It's was nice seeing Yurio's cuter side like that. I hope Yuri doesn't flub the free skate next episode from lack of hubby >.> |
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| Another awesome episode and more new personalities to add to that already mixed bag. I just need to mention that JJ guy seriously...I really wanted to swat him over the head every time he appeared, but his presence was still oddly compelling?? He definitely skates differently to the other guys we've seen so far. I can't describe it properly, I guess his skating seems more...masculine (?). Oh and my lil' Yurio! I squealed when he got more spotlight this ep...his performance so was tense that it was almost uncomfortable to watch at first. He's definitely one of the best skaters without a doubt though! Also, that twist at the end! Can't wait until next week- gonna be weird without Viktor!! But after Sala was saying that her brother needed to learn to skate without her around I immediately thought of Yuri & Viktor and Yurio & his granddad. Now they're both without the support of the people they need most to really tune into their performances, the outcome is gonna be interesting... |
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HannaYuuki said: GangsterCat said: so, yuri will play eros and yuri on ice for the rest of the series? that's sooooooo boring. more variation pls. have you ever seen a real ice skating competition? It's already damn hard having two different programs (the short and the free one), practice both and get them perfect, and you want them to change every single time (even for a genious, that's impossible.) ??? I know this is anime, but that's unrealistic. Also he won't be dancing the same program the whole series, just this competition, and for the general fast pace of the serie, I doubt there will be few of those |
| Quién dijo que todo está perdido, yo vengo a ofrecer mi corazón... |
dinokip said: Nice ep! I'd also like to know more details about their relationship, I mean.. why is no one talking about their kiss? I was kinda looking forward to that. I kinda think that they went into full relationship mode, and are pretty content with that. And the show won't show us too much of it, because it's sports anime after all, not romance anime. ;) I kinda even like it this way. |
| Damn! JJ was so incredible! Amazing! Fantastic! Yuri you gotta step up your game! Yurio was awesome, but I think he can do better if he just stops overthinking things ( I wonder why Grandpa couldn't go to see the performance?) OMG, poor Viktor's dog! Yuri sending Viktor to his beloved dog's side was so sweet of him to do, but now the duo will be split in the next episode. I hope that doesn't affect Yuri's performance just because he'll be with a different coach. |
| THE WORST EPISODE EVER Pluses: * Implied foot fetish * Yuri/Yurio moments Minuses. No, MINUSES: *Lesbians & Otaku Fanservice & Sara's ass (Hi again shiequality). * The kiss was not discussed * The worst boys - manwh#re & sexist & pervert brother * The spoilers about the dog went true => no surprise |
| I don't really like JJ, but MAMO... T___T Well he's perfect for JJ XD That bit with him kissing his reflection on the ice, i laughed and cringed at the same time while nodding my approval and disgust xD Yurio's back! It's good to see him again, but I felt like my heart wasn't ready for the switch up after that very intense moment in episode 7 xD His skating was gorgeous (though i do wish they showed more of what happened after THAT scene!) Yuri and Viktor... I love how everyone feels like they've dulled down the BL tones this episode (before episode 7 we would've screamed in joy but now after that glorious kiss we just need more!!!) xD I laughed when Yuri blew a kiss (i was waiting for the licking but that was dang adorable). PULLING HIM BY THE NECKTIE THING WAS STILL SEXAY THOUGH. AND VIKTOR KISSING HIS SKATES....... that's just... oh... my gosh... just too precious. And Yuri is totally used to it! xDDD Still had enough brain cells left after that beautiful display to yell DAVAI at Yurio! HAHAHAHA XDDD T___T i hope makkachin isn't dying! I don't think he'll die though, it'd just be tragic sending viktor back just to watch his dog die X__X It's an opportunity for yuri to skate without viktor for once, i don't think his confidence will hold and he'll probably crash and burn and be around 4th place (just hanging on by the thread to qualify for the grand prix). His short program score is so high probably because he's going to hit an all new low next in the free program... (but again this is just me guessing, he could ace it no problems) |
| Awkward cliffhanger |
| I love JJ so much! He's cool and his skating was awesome! Anyone here shipping Sala and Michele together? Cause I am! I don't care if it's incest. |
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| Nothing about the kiss or people asking about it around them? It's as if it wasn't even a kiss. Unless they're saving it for the finale, which would be kind of weird. No fanservice at all really either. Also, love how Canada took first place :^). |
TyrelNov 23, 2016 6:21 PM
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| OH YES! been waiting for yurio for ages! and now he's back! and he stole this episode for me! I'm so happy! I hope he's back for good! I know that each episode yurio's in, It's gonna be hilarious!... and emotional at the same time?! (probably just me)   and He's still the same angry russian punk I adored before! I'm glad we get to see his grandpa, I love their relationship and seeing how vulnerable he is when it comes to his grandpa, it's depressing that he wasn't there to see him skate! I just hope he's alright! Yurio's agape never fails to mesmerize me! though he still lacks experience!   but I forgot he's only 15! still can't believe he's so young! His career has only just begun! I'm surprise that there are less fanservice in this episode, but I had to admit that I'm fine with it because I still need to calm down after that episode 7,   and also this is still a sports anime! that last episode already speaks volume about their relationship and now it's high time that they get to focus on sports and ice skating, I just pray that all those teasing will end up somewhere and solidify Yuri x Victor's relationship. Ehhh I don't know what to feel about that dog issue, it felt like it was only meant as a plot device. however I'm still worried about the dog dying. |
QueenSapphireNov 23, 2016 6:47 PM
| http://thehautemesh.tumblr.com/ this explain a lot about dog |
| https://49.media.tumblr.com/5299dd90b5f4246f2275efd0ef740823/tumblr_nyag3qnY5M1qd6bkuo2_r1_500.gif Aqua--! There's a loli molesting me--! by Satou Kazuma |
| I know Yuri is the MC but... GO CANADA! JJ's performance was really good! |
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| Not the doggie!! I really like the Korean guy.... The Italian guy has some serious sister complex there though. |
| I love how when Yuri came out the English announcer pronounced his name incorrectly just like it always happens in real life. Like how in the Olympic swim meets they always pronounce Takeshi Matsuda's name as Matt-Suuda. |
Within a competition, figure skaters skate the same SP+FP throughout the competition, trying to refine it to near-perfection. So I did a little calculating and for Phichit to advance to the Finals, he will need at least one of the top rankers (Yuri, Yurio, Seung-Gil) to place either 4th, 5th or 6th (JJ has to place 5th or lower since if he gets 4th and brings his total to 24 points, he will probably beat Phichit in total Program scores). So that way, even if they tie at 24 GP points, Phichit gets "priority" because he has a gold medal. |
| Not the greatest of riches, the warmth of my family, the tender embrace of a lover, or the offer of continuous success could ever triumph over all the yaoi I could ever enjoy. |
| PROTECT MACCACHIN AT ALL COSTS !!! |
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| My heart dropped at the last two minutes of the show... |
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