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| Really want to love this show, but the only good characters are Ichigo, Goro, Kokoro and Zero two. Hiro was a complete bitch when he let Mitsuru go. Also, Zorome, Miku, Mitsuru, Nana and everyone else is unbearable. Such a shame. I'm really liking this show, but I hope some of these characters die off. |
| I don't like Zorome's attitude most of the times, but at least on the battlefield he really cares about his partner & wants to function together like a normal pair would & get the job done, I thought they did some really good work out there. The rest of them were hopeless together, too busy worrying about their own ego & just letting their emotions get in the way, hardly any of them are fit to pilot out there. I don't feel sorry for Mitsuru, you reap what you sow. Still a lot of episodes to go so still might be a while before Hiro & Zero Two pilot together again. |
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| Fuck Mitsuru. No way he has good chemistry with his partner after this. I'm eagerly waiting for Hiro and Zero Two to ride again. I really want to know why Hiro is so special and his bond with Zero Two. |
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| After this episode. If Zero Two is an abomination, all those other characters are worse than her, they are more miserable ones. She can pass through via S sec.cle, but her darling can't and Hiro said that 'first time seeing the city'; in other words; lab rats. I am expecting that Hiro and Zero Two will run away together at one point and become rebellious bad guys or heroes. Who the heck is the papa? And I am expecting to see more about other 'in the shadow' possible characters; Zero One, Zero Three, Zero X... I am just guessing; they might not be existing. |
| I was extremely pleased to see that arrogant little shit Mitsuru getting his due for being so cocky. Maybe you should stop blaming your partner and look at yourself. And, yes even though Hiro might be frustratingly spineless right now, he had a good reason to let her go with Mitsuru. Their superiors are dumber than a drunk donkey and wouldn't let him go, so it made sense to let Zero "one woman army" Two go out, even if it was with that dumbass. |
| "Perhaps there is a universal, absolute truth. Perhaps it justifies every question. But that's beyond the reach of these small hands." Mamoru Oshii There is a cult of ignorance (...) nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that “my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge.” Isaac Asimov |
Farabeuf said: I was extremely pleased to see that arrogant little shit Mitsuru getting his due for being so cocky. Maybe you should stop blaming your partner and look at yourself. And, yes even though Hiro might be frustratingly spineless right now, he had a good reason to let her go with Mitsuru. Their superiors are dumber than a drunk donkey and wouldn't let him go, so it made sense to let Zero "one woman army" Two go out, even if it was with that dumbass. Letting Hiro pilot at this time would be equivalent to tossing a 15yo into the pilot seat of a fighter jet because he's got a lot of video game experience. ^^;; He has zero REAL "flight time", has consistent problems just making a FranXX move, and has failed every test he's taken so far.. It actually makes perfect sense why he isn't being allowed to pilot yet. |
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| Rewatching the episode, Hiro still comes off as spineless. I'll give it two more episodes, if Hiro stays the same then I'll just drop Cuck in the FranXX. Shame too since this show had potential and I thought the first episode was stellar. |
| What the hell, absolutely nobody here watches the details? The only reason Zero Two agreed to go with Mitsuru in the first place was because she saw that Hiro was NOT okay with it at all. Zero Two was even staring at Hiro's clenched fist and knew he was bullshitting. Hence she decided show him the reason why he is the only one who can pilot with her. On the other hand, this episode proved just how much personal relationships influence riding the FranXX. Even Zero Two said it's good if you are horny according to the doc XDDD. As soon as Ichigo felt quilty their link went to shit with Gorou. Nothing that can't be mended later though, they really need a honest talk. Ikuno and Mitsuru couldn't even ride due to the latter thinking his partner is inferior. Getting shrekt by Zero Two was well deserved there. Maybe this will teach a lesson to Mitsuru to not be a major asshole and since Ikuno seems to be a nice girl they might start building a proper relationship, if she forgives him that is. Poor girl had terrified expressions. I found it funny that Zorome called Miku a good girl when he is the one in the first place who influences her in a bad way lol. He is not a bad guy deep down but his personality is annoying. Miku seems like she could get along with almost anyone. Futoshi and Kokoro are still doing great. They probably won't have any conflicts it seems. Looking forward to next week. I am also wondering what name Hiro comes up with for Zero Two, there are quite many variations for her numbers if you include all of them. |
Whoahoho said: Damn those higher ups and their stupid indecision they should have known that 0-2 is like a very potent viagra that only one who can take her where the one whom were pussies like Hiro, Mitsuru just got an overdose. This anime is all about sex references. It's not impossible to think the blue blood of 02 is some kind of Viagra. |
| To all those people saying Hiro had no choice and that he made the right decision - sorry, but you're wrong. You guys are telling the people calling Hiro a cuck to use their brains and that they're stupid, but if you actually bothered to think about the situation, you would see that Hiro did have a choice. The main argument against Hiro being a cuck is that if Hiro didn't force Zero Two to go with that other guy, Hiro's friends would have died. This is false. First of all, Zero Two has been shown to pilot by herself even against the orders of her superiors. This was literally in the first episode. She doesn't need that other guy. Second, you people are claiming that Zero Two has "no power" and that she was helpless against the orders of her superiors and that she couldn't sortie without permission. This was proven incorrect in this very episode. Zero Two showed off her S-rank permissions card or whatever, which shows that she is actually very influential in things. Also, even in the scene where they weren't letting Hiro and Zero Two sortie, Zero Two walks up to the instructor with no fear and demands that they let her sortie. The show also emphasized the height difference between Zero Two and the instructor, a metaphor for how Zero Two is actually more powerful and influential than even the people supposedly in charge. If you actually think that Zero Two couldn't have sortied with Hiro if she really wanted to, you're wrong. Third and most importantly, Hiro actually could have gone with Zero Two. Think about this for a second. The instructors had two choices: either let Hiro go with Zero Two, or don't let them go and have all the new pilots you just trained die. They literally raised Hiro's friends to be pilots since they were kids, and you honestly think they would throw all of that time, money, and effort away for no reason other than "Oh, Hiro's not an official pilot so let's just let all six of them and their mechs die"? Seriously? The instructors may get in a bit of trouble for letting an unofficial pilot sortie, but do you really think that they would get in less trouble if they let six pilots and their expensive mechs die instead? Finally, just to preemptively counter this point: some of you may be thinking, "but if Hiro continued to argue with them, even if he was allowed to sortie, his friends may have already been dead by then." This is again not true. Ignoring the fact that it wouldn't have taken long for Hiro to convince the instructors in the first place, they would have still made it in time. Zero Two even says that she wasn't using her full power, and yet she still surprised Ichigo with how fast she made it on the scene. If Hiro was piloting, Zero Two would have been able to use her full power, and they could have got there much faster in addition to how quickly she got there even without Hiro. So yeah, Hiro did have a choice, and he chose not to go. |
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| Glad the toxic one got punished immediately. On the other hand, Hiro proves yet again that he just lets anyone walk over him. At least give him some more character especially after 3 ep. |
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| I got some Anohana vibes when Goro mentioned how Hiro used to be the leader type when they were still test subjects, it seems like all three of them were pretty close and I liked the emphasis on "siblings" which explains there relationship and why the kiss failed to do anything for him. 02 mentioned that the doctor said parasites are better off being "a little bit pervy" which makes me wonder if we will get more of an explanation of the mechanics of the mecha synchronization. 02 showed her depressed side which wanted to runaway and one that doesn't see hope in the world, which made me like her more. I can't say I'm a fan about the cropping of certain scenes. Smug guy not being able to handle 02 was predictable but something we needed to see to confirm the rumours, I guess. |
| I don't get why some of Hiro's friends treat him so poorly. |
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| Y'all forgot that 02 partner is some random guy on the 1st episode too and its not probably her 1st parner so chill...stop saying things like cuckhold or something LOL But yeah the attitude of that Hiro is annoying ...Come on MC!!! It did work with 02 even though it didn't work with that first girl and 015 so obviously you can't just partner with anyone else...derp |
haydnwright said: Hiro didn't have the balls to pilot the robot today which is a shame, Mitsuru paid the price and got royally fucked up. You must not have seen the same as I did, he was not going to pilot it, they wouldnt let him do it, as such he was forced to do the decision he did, and that fucker full of himself got wrecked!! Couldnt care less, now this will send a lesson to other pricks outhere Zero Two is out of their league. |
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| Well now I know why not to discuss any seasonal series in MAL's boards surprised so many people get so emotional about a stupid cartoon. Honestly still don't know how I feel about this anime will continue watching I suppose. Its more like a 6 at this point in time and I would argue that rating is mainly due to the animation, art and music which I very much like though its a 24 episode series so I will give it time. Just a little disappointed though because while Hiro isn't that bad as many here imply he is he also isn't very interesting either nor do I feel for much for the cast. 002 is fun but she isn't a godsend character that will save the series if more of the another characters don't step up. Still its the third episode but that is just how I feel this early in I hope they don't waste the art and animation of this series for a poor story but again its early. |
BilboBaggins365Jan 27, 2018 4:00 PM
felipeliborio said: This episode was kinda bad and I'm losing hopes for this anime, but I like some character designs and Zero Two so I'll give it a couple more episodes before dropping...  Not even partnering with Trigger can keep A1 from doing unecessary fan service. Also...  yeah, of course you are Ichigo - 1(ICHI)5(GO) Hiro - 1(icHI)6(ROku) etc... wow, such creativity! much impressed You're right but it's more like (HIto)(ROku), you can't cut ち in half |
| Hmm so Ichigo's name was given to her by Hiro then. Hiro is determined to be Zero two's partner despite the rumours then. After his recent display its understandable that the squad's opinion of Hiro will be like this i guess. Zero sure has a grim view on life. Hmm its good that Hiro was able to see the big picture and not insist on going though. Mitsuru's true face was surprising though. Though the squads first sortie started well things sure escalated due to their carelessness. So it seems that Hiro really is the only one that can be paired with Zero seeing what happened to Mitsuru. A excellent episode as always. |
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| Need to wash my eyes after reading the thread. It didn't occur to you that Hiro's friends would have been badly hurt or killed if he didn't do this decision? |
| Why can't Japan write a good MC for once? |
| Serve Mitsuru right for shitting his partner like that. So, this episode sets the mood and theme of the show. Perfect. I fucking like depressing Mecha show. So many people saying Hiro is a pussy lol. Those people in commands are very strict, You don't expect them to give Hiro permission to pilot when there's another pilot right? Please think logically. edit: we also see that Hiro is pretty capable fighter on that training mech this episode. |
ClickBaitBuster said: fedos said: everyone of these people who he grew up with is kind of giving him shit (except Ichigo and her partner) so..serves them right maybe..?So in other words turn him into a massive a-hole who is willing to let the people he grew up with die over his pride. And he didn't want her to refuse, a conflicted part of him felt that way. Also I don't get why it's so hard to understand. The sex symbolism in the show is... symbolic. As in there isn't any. but wait, the red haired busty slut and ball head russian guy on the screen didn't allow him to go save 6 motherfucking lives because what again? he's not "Official Stamen"? are you kidding me? who's the asshole now huh? If you paid any attention you would know that APE doesnt want Hiro piloting with 002 cause "the special speciman might get tainted". Whatever this means. Its not just a whim of the officials. |
| i kinda wanted to see how one of his classmates dealt with zero two, and i wasn't disappointed. the look on his face when she wanted to go all out "huh?". Totally deserved it with the way he treated his partner ... karma is a bitch. i guess he might survive, but i wish the officials would just let hiro pilot with her. i'm just waiting for the ball to drop about "papa" |
| DARLING in the FRANXX Episode 3 Impressions: I am starting to find problems with this anime that prevent me from fully enjoying Darling. The biggest issue I have with this series is how drab the dialogue can be between Hiro and Zero Two. I would be ok with the dialogue had their conversation shown energized characterization, but the way they have been interacting with each other in a despondent manner makes me unconvinced that they have the chemistry to ride a Franxx together. Showing Mitsuru’s inability to pilot with Zero Two in the end of the does not change that Hiro has yet to show any notably enlightening actions that would make me think he is compatible with her. Again, I would like to bring up the general dull tone of Darling’s storytelling and add more points that connects to my lack of enjoyment. You have this fun concept of boys and girls syncing in robots, but the narrative is generally executed in such a serious manner that it becomes very hard to be thrilled once the action finally comes further. My impressions of Darling would have been different had all of the characters had some form of energizing characterization to keep the narrative entertaining from there to action, but that has yet to happen. I will still continue watching this series from beginning to end, but I just hope things pick up real soon. I want more exciting moments from Lala 2.0! |
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| Holy crap, this might be the most pervasively inflammatory thread I've seen on here yet... Seriously, whether your point is right or wrong or completely subjective, if you're resorting to personal attacks then you're no longer arguing, you're antagonizing. You don't have to agree, just be nice to each other and have a civil discussion! I don't honestly think saying this (especially 6 pages back) will help, but someone needs to say it. There's so much interesting discussion to be had here, but it's mostly lost in an inflammatory firestorm over one small part of the episode. For example: -It's made abundantly clear this episode that, as expected, Zorome's confidence and boasting were unfounded and that cocky attitude of his almost got his partner killed. -I'm still not clear where the Klaxosaurs fit into the sexual allegory of this show. Does anyone have any thoughts about that? -We knew Hiro couldn't remember what happened inside Strelizia, but this episode confirms that he didn't just black out, he was legit unconscious. Can we talk about how this equates to consent before and after but not during, and whether or not that counts as a form of rape in the sexual interpretation of this show? -It seems like everyone really loves 02. Is anyone besides me hoping that she's more of a passing fascination for Hiro and won't be right for him in the long run? Quite possibly getting him into some big trouble before he realizes it... Admittedly, maybe some of this was brought up somewhere in the thread, but I couldn't get far enough to find it, all the bickering was hurting my head... Gonna have to try to catch the episodes of this show right away if I can so I can get an early comment in... |
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| Hiro was awesome imo, as a "leader" he actually picked the best available option. He wasn't acting like typical anime protagonist that always wants to prove how great he is, which I really liked. Mitsuru got what he deserved for acting like an ass. Now it's also pretty obvious that in the 1st ep, it was't the 1st time 002 could fully use Sterilizia. |
 I'm watching anime since 2012. I also play games, sometimes. Don't bother me if you want to 'become friends' or things like that. It's tiresome. I know you just want to collect some meaningless numbers. Thought: How many people sparked H. Charlotta just for blue pot? |
In order to completely neutralize a klaxosaur, you must extract its core, which is essentially its heart, and shatter it using your customized magma-energy weapons. Oh boy, it's basically God Eater at this point. Nice fraud. |
Kamiyan3991 said: In order to completely neutralize a klaxosaur, you must extract its core, which is essentially its heart, and shatter it using your customized magma-energy weapons. Oh boy, it's basically God Eater at this point. Nice fraud. It would be great if they'd explain what Klaxosaurs are though. Are they a natural enemy or human tech gone rogue or what? It's also weird seeing all these plantations without any civilians even though they have huge cities. Are they even on Earth? I feel like these should have been addressed in the first two episodes lol. Unless I missed something. |
| This episode "had" to happen this way. By showing how messed up someone can become by riding with that "demon" girl, people will have to respect the MC for coming out merely unconscious. This was bound to happen. The MC wasn't spineless. He swallowed his pride and this saved his friends. If anything else, he has a sturdy backbone. |
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| I prefer the cuckhold Hiro protagonist to the stupid Subaru protagonist. At least we now have a real motive to believe tath Hiro have a lot of empathy and is a "all for the good of the others kind of person" It is a 24 episodes show, we don't need to Hiro be badass that early. And why he sould go all in ? To be a Ryouko 2.0 ? |
| heh. |
| I hope Hiro realize that he is the only one who can ride with 02 He is still unsure on what to do bec. he lacks information...he thinks he is the cause on why he can't pilot it but this episode pretty much implied that he is actually special......the girls just can't handle his libido(LOL) only 02 who also has a high libido can handle him People tend to forget that it has 20+ episode...sp ofc its gonna be slow...I actually think he will pilot it FULLY in around 6 episode then the 1st half will end with the destruction of that plantation |
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