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Jul 29, 2020 5:40 AM
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DeadlyRavenJul 29, 2020 7:01 AM
Jul 29, 2020 7:08 AM
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Subaru's father is really energetic, and he can also do a moonwalk.

After subaru said something touching, Subaru's father kicked his head lol

Woahh, this is the first time seeing Subaru wearing school clothes and going to school, and at school, Echidna is his classmate ?!
Jul 29, 2020 7:13 AM
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Shirase-san said:
Subaru's father is really energetic, and he can also do a moonwalk.

After subaru said something touching, Subaru's father kicked his head lol

Woahh, this is the first time seeing Subaru wearing school clothes and going to school, and at school, Echidna is his classmate ?!

Is there an ED or OP in this ep?

Jul 29, 2020 7:23 AM
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Imagine thinking that this episode was boring. 5/5.
Jul 29, 2020 7:28 AM
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ManhDang94 said:
Shirase-san said:
Subaru's father is really energetic, and he can also do a moonwalk.

After subaru said something touching, Subaru's father kicked his head lol

Woahh, this is the first time seeing Subaru wearing school clothes and going to school, and at school, Echidna is his classmate ?!

Is there an ED or OP in this ep?

In this episode, there is no OP yet, but the ED is already there.
Jul 29, 2020 7:36 AM
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it truly deserve a 5/5 this episode was so beautiful and emotional we finaly got to see why subaru was like he was i think he is now more determined then ever to save rem and protect emilia and the others + he has so caring parents he deserve them

and last subaru is the truly most realistic isekai mc that ever existed
Jul 29, 2020 7:39 AM
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Wow I cried with manly tears. Subaru's conversation with his mother was very touching, especially in the flashbacks before Subaru said "I'm off!". I couldn't hold back my tears
Jul 29, 2020 7:52 AM
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Subaru has been in that fantasy world for so long that it feels weird seeing his real life again, even if it's in the form of storytelling.memories with his father.

> Is there a girl you like?
Heh, and of course he hears Emilia's voice inside of his head.

I still think this is an important episode though as it explores more of Subaru's personality, his past, and relationships. The narrative coming from Subaru actually sounds realistic coming from his point of view. At least some people can relate to him, except the fantasy part.

Jul 29, 2020 8:03 AM
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From an Isekai where the MC went through all one season without to think one second about his previous life, this episode was a great turn of events, right?
Jul 29, 2020 8:07 AM
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Great episode, for me the second-best of the whole series to date. I only wondered how he realized so fast that this is/was not reality...
Jul 29, 2020 8:07 AM

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Finally, the moment I’ve waited years for. Dona in a school outfit

Idk about y’all, but I think white Fox did an amazing job adapting this episode. That convo between Subaru and his mother at the end really hit me just like when I read it. This is up there with episodes 18-19 for Subaru’s development. Think they did really well with it.

Liked how there was no OP too, gave more time on the run time.

Next episode, more Dona, let’s go.
Jul 29, 2020 8:07 AM

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White Fox outdoing themselves again. No OP and only ED, with almost 30 minutes of content.

Shirase-san said:
Woahh, this is the first time seeing Subaru wearing school clothes and going to school, and at school, Echidna is his classmate ?!
Yes, that's Echidna :)

And the next episode will explain what is going on :)
Jul 29, 2020 8:07 AM
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The most emotional episode since "From Zero" in S1. Love the way both his parents talked to him, obviously not being the real ones, but Subaru faced his past, knowing that he won't see them again.
One thing that i liked is that almost every episode is not exactly 24 minutes, which gives us, the spectators, the need to see it until the end, no matter what.

Imo, Re:Zero is the best Isekai in this moment, and i can say it right now, after a long time holding it.
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This is the story of how Subara really ended up in the Isekai Quartet School.

All kidding aside, the episode really stretched things out and while it was good, it also felt repetitive. The episode didn't need the extra few minutes of runtime. At least we got to see into the "past" of Subaru and the relationship with his parents.
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This certainly wasn't what I was expecting. Was thinking the whole jump would be for half the episode, and then back to Emilia or anyone else. Not that it was bad, just found that interesting.

I really love how he is a mix of his parents personality wise. It's legit funny to me lol. Really is the spitting image of them.
Jul 29, 2020 8:11 AM
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This ep just moves you till you cry! Two very touching conversations that we see.
Subaru's parents are just wonderful. The all knowing mom and can-do-all dad.
Subaru's major struggle is wanting to fit the image of his dad's son.
This episode is one of the best from re:zero ever
Just loved it so so much
10/10
Jul 29, 2020 8:12 AM
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anime-prime said:
This is the story of how Subara really ended up in the Isekai Quartet School.

All kidding aside, the episodes really stretched things out and while it was good, it also felt repetitive. The episode didn't need the extra few minutes of runtime. At least we got to see into the "past" of Subaru and the relationship with his parents.


The LN or even the WN did summarize the Subaru/Mom dialogue, which imo was the one that i liked the most. I don't see any issue with the extra minutes, it felt good and one hole episode about him facing his past, was intense... Now, the thing will get a lil' hard from now on.
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Jul 29, 2020 8:14 AM

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This was a touching episode. Subaru's conversation with his parents almost made me cry. Also woah Subaru in school outfit, he actually looks pretty cool in it.

Well now that he has confronted his past Echidna shows up, this got really interesting.
Jul 29, 2020 8:14 AM

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I think this episode did a pretty decent job at presenting Subaru's point of view.
It didn't have great animation but since it's only dialogue, it didn't affect my enjoyment.

Arc IV is finally starting for real. After a couple setup episodes we'll be getting more and more into the juicy stuff.

Hopefully the recent reviews will take this episode (and the next ones) into account. I feel judging this season based on the three setup episodes alone is unfair knowing what's coming next.
Jul 29, 2020 8:19 AM

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Now, the thing will get a lil' hard from now on.
That is the understatement of the year, I think :)
Jul 29, 2020 8:19 AM
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Basically a 1:1 adaption.

Amazing work on the pacing. Didn't expect to get as many feels as I did.
Jul 29, 2020 8:20 AM

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I like how the past life is shown for a change in Isekai.
He finally managed to respond to his mother's "itterasshai", even though this time he actually knows he won't be back... It was a nice touch to an already emotional episode.

The ending theme is beautiful.

Jul 29, 2020 8:22 AM
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What an amazing episode. It is probably the best episode so far. So many emotions on this one. 10/10.


" a scattered dream that's like a far-off memory. a far-off memory that's like a scattered dream. i want to line the pieces up--yours and mine. "

Jul 29, 2020 8:22 AM
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The best Re:Zero episode ever. I cried just like I did when reading the web novel. Thank you for making this episode, White Fox and staff. It's perfect!
Jul 29, 2020 8:23 AM

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A beautiful and emotional episode. Subaru realising one of the most important things, his parents. I almost cried when he was talking to his parents.

Imo one of the best episodes in this series. Subaru got his eyes from his mother. He really has loving parents.

Echidna at the end in school uniform. She looks good.

Jul 29, 2020 8:25 AM
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This episode had so much feels, I was crying watching it.
I love Subaru's parents you can see how much they cared about their son.
If people think Subaru doesn't get character development this episode just proves he does, it proves that Subaru has changed and isn't the same person he was at the start of Re:Zero.
He talks to his parents about who he was and what he felt, and they both encourage their son like loving parents do.
Subaru's parents take a different routes back while Subaru goes forward to what awaits him.
Those scenes were masterfully done, I can't wait for what awaits him in the future.
When Subaru's Dad Said 'Give It Your All' & When Subaru's Mother Said 'Take Care'....
I Broke Down Crying!

Episode Rating: 10/10
A perfect episode showcasing Subaru's growth as a character & one of the best episodes of Re:Zero ever.
I Loved Every Single Second Of This Episode, So Many Tears Were Shed

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Jul 29, 2020 8:26 AM
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Character interactions aren't really the best part of this show.

3/5
"Life is too bitter, so coffee, at least should be sweet..." - Hikigaya Hachiman (Yahari Ore no Seishun Love Come wa Machigatte Iru)
Jul 29, 2020 8:27 AM
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Probably one of my favorite episodes and also probably one of the most emotional ones. To me it dives deep into the characters backstory and personality and shows how Subaru's "otherworldly experience" has changed him as a person over the course of the series. The psychological-drama elements, were relatable and interesting and definitely added to I see Subaru as a character. Overall I think it was a very emotional heartwarming episode and one of my favorites in the series as we see how much Subaru has progressed as a character.
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Probably one of my favorite episodes and also probably one of the most emotional ones. To me it dives deep into the characters backstory and personality and shows how Subaru's "otherworldly experience" has changed him as a person over the course of the series. The psychological-drama elements, were relatable and interesting and definitely added to I see Subaru as a character. Overall I think it was a very emotional heartwarming episode and one of my favorites in the series as we see how much Subaru has progressed as a character.
Jul 29, 2020 8:28 AM
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Were not even halfway through Season 2 and this episode had me very emotional. I love the dynamic between Sabaru and his parents. Sabaru's dad reminds me of Ichico's dad from Bleach. Even though it was a dream it was nice to see Sabaru go back to school and Echidna looked good in high school uniform.
Jul 29, 2020 8:29 AM

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A perfect presentation.

Subaru finally overcame his past. His character growth is remarkable.
Quite a fresh sight to see Echdina in a school uniform.

An amazing ED not falling behind Myth&Roid
Jul 29, 2020 8:36 AM

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What a beautiful episode!
Dub = fake crap. Always.
Jul 29, 2020 8:38 AM
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5/5 episode for sure. It shows us the protagonist's backstory, something rare when it comes to isekai.
Teared up like 2-3 times even knowing what happens (I read the novel)
Jul 29, 2020 8:39 AM

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Damn subaru has nice parents. Echidina-tan at the end in school uniform looks nice.

"Umm father, I have a girl I like, she's just......................................................from another world" - Every weeb ever.

Jul 29, 2020 8:39 AM

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What a heartfelt episode, I loved it!

Subaru is confronting his past, he had a very tough life living in the shadow of his successful father. Subaru talked about his problems and how he wanted to be hated by his own parents but he didn't know how much he is loved by them.

His father listened to him and told him to do his best and his mother told him some very wise words for him to think upon.

Now that Subaru has accepted his past and decided to move over thanks to the help of his caring friends, he went to school and met with a surprising guest named Echidna.

It's getting more and more interesting~!


Jul 29, 2020 8:39 AM

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I almost broke into tears when Subaru remembered that he didnt answer his mother's "itterasshai" the last time he saw her...

Most of the isekai dont really go into the past of the MC that much or even what their friends and family are going through, but since Subaru's mentality is such a major part of Re;Zero seeing him face him past trauma and see his parents one last time was incredibly touching. Well done anime, well done.

10/10 best emotional episode!
well that's just my opinion.....
Jul 29, 2020 8:40 AM
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So everything has been made by Echidna to confront Subaru to his past and his parents ?
It was WONDERFUL, like one of the best episode of the whole series.
It's so great to know more about Subaru's past and his relations with parents, his father and mother are so kind.
Subaru's character is even better now
Jul 29, 2020 8:40 AM

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It was nice to see some of Subaru's backstory and the reasons why he turned out the way he did then and how that carried over into the isekai world. It seems like he may have worked through some of those issues and it will be interesting to see what implications(if any) that will have on the story aside from maybe passing the witch's trial.
Jul 29, 2020 8:41 AM
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Two things I could say about this episode. 1, Very emotional. 2, Subaru's dad is the best!
Jul 29, 2020 8:42 AM

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Goddamn I can't put to words how much I love this episode. To be honest I haven't been able to connect to Subaru's character, but now after seeing this, he feels so genuine.

His feelings, his family. Heck I think his the most "real" isekai main character I've ever seen.

Such a beautiful episode, I teared up not gonna lie. That conversation with his parents. Him saying sorry because he never have been able to repay them really hits home.

The part when he says that he wanted his parents to hate him, disown him because his been nothing but dead weight. I know many people experienced the same thing. I just love how his parents continue to support him and love him.

Best episode of Season 2 so far and yeah never thought that I need to see Echidna on uniform.

5/5 for me.


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Jul 29, 2020 8:42 AM
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anime-prime said:
This is the story of how Subara really ended up in the Isekai Quartet School.

All kidding aside, the episodes really stretched things out and while it was good, it also felt repetitive. The episode didn't need the extra few minutes of runtime. At least we got to see into the "past" of Subaru and the relationship with his parents.


??? It wasn't repetitive at all, and it wasn't stretched. This is a perfect adaption of the source material.
Jul 29, 2020 8:44 AM
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Subaru's father is something extremely cringe.
The mother seems to me the most normal person in the family.
I would have liked to see Ram's reaction to his parents, I think he would have had no doubts.
In any case, a wonderful episode, it explains a lot about Subaru's past and pushes us to deal with it so that on the return to the world of Luganica it can blossom and ascend to its destiny.
Echidna in the end does not surprise me much, from the beginning she had chosen him as a champion for the test of the sanctuary and logical to think that she will keep an eye on him also in this dimension.
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Dragloncon said:
anime-prime said:
This is the story of how Subara really ended up in the Isekai Quartet School.

All kidding aside, the episodes really stretched things out and while it was good, it also felt repetitive. The episode didn't need the extra few minutes of runtime. At least we got to see into the "past" of Subaru and the relationship with his parents.


??? It wasn't repetitive at all, and it wasn't stretched. This is a perfect adaption of the source material.

There are some people here for the suffering and not for development...
Not saying that guy is, just don't be surprised if people shit on this episode for being boring
Jul 29, 2020 8:46 AM
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Damn that episode did a number on me. Haven't cried that hard since the Rem confession scene. I wish I had parents like that lol.
Jul 29, 2020 8:48 AM

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This is definitely on my top 3 Re:zero episodes now. It really hits in the feels.
Rest in Piece, Miura.
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Jul 29, 2020 8:49 AM

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kind of felt bored from this episode lol. everyone in here crying like how. Season in general is pretty mediocre so far
Jul 29, 2020 8:51 AM
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This episode was amazing!
I had to keep pausing it for me to hold back tears.
This episode is 100% a 10/10.
Jul 29, 2020 8:51 AM

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Really loved the new episode. It was quite emotional. It made me cry a little. And also loved that Emilia flashback :)



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Jul 29, 2020 8:52 AM

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Damn that was amazing. I know it was "fake" going back but Echidna really did a great thing for Subaru with this trial so far.

Also respect for the studio for not cutting this episode in half..not many can get away with almost a 30 min episode with such tight broadcasting schedules around. Seeing the ending for the first time in full, they nailed that too perfectly.

Absolutely hyped for next week.
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what an amazing episode i loved every second of it its rare we get to see a past of an isekai character like this also we now have both the op and ed 5\5 the best so far
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