Juuni Kokuki Episode 39 Discussion

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Aug 20, 2017 2:03 PM

#51

Zel_Ezl

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Lots of goosebumps in this episode! ^___^
I thought I am watching the last episode already ;) <#

Dec 9, 2017 7:40 PM

#52

Luminlight

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Jul 2017

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That was a good show! Part 1 was pretty good, but wasn't something that interesting.

Part 2 on the other hand was very exciting and interesting. I liked watching the stories of different people, and in the end they all meet in a final climax.

Feb 16, 2019 1:24 AM

#53

Shayuki013

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To me, this is one of the best anime episodes I've ever seen, if not the best. This anime in itself is in my opinion not that amazing apart from episodes 33-39, but episode 39 is so incredibly good it makes everything before it worthwhile. It's tough to recommend this anime to people because they tend to get turned off during the first few episodes, but on the other hand, there's some serious merit in how they manage to accomplish such fulfilling character development.

I honestly think that this should be where the anime ended, incomplete or not.

Shayuki013Feb 16, 2019 1:28 AM

Nov 23, 2019 5:03 AM

#54

FrozenRaider

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Really nice speech Youko. ;P

"The future is always blank. Only your willpower can leave footsteps there."

"Ruling over death means ruling over life. Death is the climax of life. To have the best death, you must honor life."

Feb 22, 2020 8:10 PM

#55

passa_p

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Completely enjoyed how the characters were written.

Modern movie writers should take a page of this book on how to write female characters properly.

May 15, 2020 4:01 PM

#56

bittersweetlove

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What a great episode!
I am glad Youko was able to change a bit of Kei, her 1st law was a great way to change how people treats each other. I got so happy when she called the girls to work with her.

Sep 11, 2020 4:51 PM

#57

hikky_misaki

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Nov 2019

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AN ABSOLUTELY great way to end this amaziing story arc
i must say i had my doubts when i first started watching this anime but its been a great experience, a rich fantasy world with well written & interesting characters

Damn Youko soure came a long way............great speech by the way XD

A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn<<<<<name of the arc

it will stick in my head for a while coz u know its amazing

edit:- i just realised that this actually an isekai

Oct 3, 2020 7:16 PM

#58

animeguy17

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Asano died alone without Youko or Sugimoto. He got stuck in a world where he didn't know the language, had a mental breakdown, shot a child, and died. Ultimately the way he died helped Youko come up with her first proclamation so his death did serve some purpose. Miserable life, though.

Youko has grown so much since the beginning of this story; some of the best character development I have seen between her, Shoukei, and Suzu. Excellent ending to this arc.

I'm guessing the Kirin in Japan will be brought back into the story somehow in the last few episodes.

Aug 5, 2021 3:13 AM

#59

firstawa

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Feb 2018

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So, this is an old isekai

MASTERPIECE

Aug 29, 2021 11:17 AM

#60

FMmatron

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Was Asano's grave a Gungrave reference? xD Welp, sad that he had to die like this.

But wow, the overall pay-off this episode was so gratifying that it made more than up for it. Youko has come so far that it felt like the finale. Awesome stuff. I'm still looking forward to the next "arc", even tho I'm sure that this won't be topped.

One Piece episode 914 & 915 & 1027 were a mistake and 957 brought the salvation - FMmatron

Oct 23, 2021 10:33 AM

#61

p0w0l

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Incredible episode. So epic and satisfying. I was waiting since the very begining of the series for Yoko to be the generous and confident queen she has become now.

Feb 1, 2022 9:43 AM

#62

Nurularifin

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Nov 2020

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What a lovely and strong person she grew to be. So much difference with this episode compared to the past her in the first episode.

I wish more peolple would know about this anime. It has such a great story and with great character development, especially in Youko's part

Aug 14, 2022 7:07 AM

#63

GakutoDeathGlare

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What a powerful episode that was, I could watch hundreds of episodes of this anime, a damn shame it's unfinished. The development is incredible to watch.

Nov 8, 2022 4:37 AM

#64

Darkfiend47

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I never thought one of the worst arcs would slowly turn out to be one of the best. An incredible episode and an amazing speech. Asano's death did help with Youko's first proclamation so he did serve a purpose. Overall a great ending I'd say.

Still the issue remained, this arc was too slow and lengthy. They could have sped up the 1st part or removed some parts here and there, mainly of the 3 girls being Edgy (although Youko's bit was understandable). It really picked up after the plans for the rebellion began. Just wished it would have happened sooner.

Maybe I'm not the only one who noticed but that part in the op (which is also this ep's ed) reminds of me of that iconic Pirates of the Caribbean OST, and this came before that so idk.

May 4, 2023 2:00 PM

#65

nightjasmine

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yup! this is it 🔥

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Jun 28, 2023 2:30 PM

#66

Luroon

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I feel like this should of been the last episode

Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is shit

Jul 6, 2023 9:14 PM

#67

FireRifle64

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idk, i wasnt too excited as others. Great to see shes changing the ppl around and cool she breaking the system up but i thought it was an ok speech.

"Perfection is perception. For me, humanity's imperfections is what makes it perfect"

Dec 29, 2023 8:59 AM

#68

LuxuriousHeart

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I liked how this finale tied up the loose ends to stuff that I had forgotten about. When they revealed that Enho used to be named Otsu, I fucking gasped! It ties it back to the Shisui rebels who use that name as their greeting.

Apr 4, 11:32 AM

#69

MPanah

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Apr 2020

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Ok that was awesome
Best arc of the serie simply

"Raise your words, not voice. It is rain that grows flowers, not thunder"~Rumi

May 5, 7:07 AM

#70

Beguni

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Hans Zimmer - He's a Pirate...guess now I'll be reminded of this series whenever I hum this melody.

May 22, 1:08 PM

#71

RioAl

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One of the best arc ever

Jul 29, 12:14 PM

#72

ryougi_shiki07

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I can’t believe I found an anime that conveys the message I need to hear the most right now. From being a people pleaser Youko’s character develops into one that gives inspiration to others to walk the same path of self discovery that she took. The characters of Shoukei and Suzu also inspire others who feel like they’re mentally in the same situation as them that there’s hope for change. I’m glad there’s at least one isekai that takes the true route to fantasy, immaculate world building, while also teaching inspiring lessons that resonate with the audience on a deeper level, and isn’t just another harem, having another lustful or overpowered male MC with the most horrendous set of bland characters. This level of depth and unique/original systems within the worldbuilding reminds me the most of Berserk (manga), showing this is a true gem of a series, and probably the best isekai out there today.

Despite all the above, I still cannot fathom how there’s such a huge group of haters for this series. In the comment section of almost every episode people are complaining about the MC at the start and how the series derails after she becomes Queen. Do these people not understand that the MC’s initial state has to be like this in order for us to see her development?? I also personally believe her time after becoming Queen is another development for becoming more insightful about her kingdom and making the right decisions in the end with the help of brave civilians. The rebellion was such an exciting few episodes filled with strategy and suspense. I can only say these haters would rather prefer an isekai with the overused overpowered MC harem complex with no plot, over a true fantasy worldbuilding and character development with a great female MC masterpiece.

ryougi_shiki07Jul 29, 12:26 PM

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