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Feb 10, 2019 1:25 PM

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Eugeo stole the spotlight this episode. That enhance armament followed by release recollection was a great sequence. Too bad things didn’t go in Eugeo’s favor in the end. Also it’s sad Bercouli got diposed in that way, but at least he got a semblance of the truth before departing.
Feb 10, 2019 3:45 PM

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Curse these 2 minute episodes.

And wtf was that 5 second fight

I am starting to believe Alicization is actually the worst part of SAO (Aside from the one thing nobody talks about and never happened)

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It is for Madoka alone." - Homura
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Feb 10, 2019 5:33 PM
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Aww recap next week :(. Was really looking forward to Alice regaining her memories. Interesting twist if Eugeo becomes the final boss of the tower.

The ending song really reminds me of the boyband A1's song Everytime lol.
Feb 10, 2019 7:06 PM

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Pedram said:
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so eugeo is doing a suicide attack? he is such a retarded kid


did you even watch ? He never planned on dying here and he explained it to Bercouli too afterward.

He knew he is at it's teen so he got the highest Maximum life, for example he is 2000/2000.
but Bercouli is at around 40+ years old, so his life is 1500/1500.

So Eugeo released his "Release Recollection" and let their life drop, until Bercouli is dead or unconscious. then he would rest a bit and regain his life afterward.


Well that's what he's trying to do but unexpectedly, Bercouli is stronger than he thought and he's thinking that it'll end in draw at least that's what he thought in the novel but after that, chudelkin shows up.
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Feb 10, 2019 10:20 PM

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Meta_Yoshi said:
The talk of how the weapons work with their "Enhance" and "Release" does remind me of Bleach and I mean that in a good way. =)

Eugeo and Bercouli's battle felt calm and intense at the same time. It was really enjoyable to see Eugeo use his brain to work around how Bercouli's time sword worked and the result was impressive. The animation and art quality also step up a notch for the fight and was great all around.

The only annoying thing was, unsurprisingly, the short clown at the end who had no need for Bercouli and has set his eyes on Eugeo. Since Eugeo gave it everything he had in his fight and is let in the state that he is, I think he's going to be in for a hard time now. D=

Alice and Kirito had another nice moment between them when Kirito whipped out two steamed buns out of his pocket. Alice stopped him from potentially ruining the buns and she quick-cooked it herself to perfection. She also is starting to remember her younger sister back at the village, so I only hope that Kirito's talk to her in the next proper episode will help her remember the memories that was sealed away.

zalapeno said:
the fight was too simple even the fight from the OP looks better than this. im expecting a great fight vs the old man but A-1 says nah, goblin's fight still much better imo


I'm going to be blunt here, but criticism like yours honestly triggers me a bit. Considering that A-1 is giving it their all for this 50 episode season, I don't think the production team will have time to make every fight to be as good as the Goblin fight. Does it really need to be? No, of course not.

OP animation for most shows always are better than the individual episodes itself and most anime fans already know and accept that. I think you got too spoilt by the effort that went into that fight in episode 4 and has left you craving for more, so much so that even good animated fights like this one between Eugeo and Bercouli doesn't cut the mustard anymore.

You should be more grateful to the production team for being able to put the effort to making this show more visually beautiful and animated more smoothly than the 2 seasons prior so far. There'll be weaker animated episodes, but that's to be expected from a long-running season like this one. The production team are humans at the end of the day, not robots that can produce brilliance every single time. =/
yes maybe i should be more grateful this arc got an adaptation and running the entire arc. i got your points but can i have a high expectation especially with the fights that im looking to? since bercouli is the number 1 knight, the battle should be more intense. In the novel this battle was so damn epic. i mean how come battle vs goblins could be better than the knights? as a novel reader im a bit disappointed about the fights, but everything is fine.
Feb 11, 2019 12:09 AM
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Rinrinka said:
Uhh I really can't not think of Bleach about how their weapons work, especially with that "Enhance" and "Release" thingy.

Enhance = Shikai?

Release = Bankai?

Eugeo's Zanpakutou Sword = Combination between Hyourinmaru and Ruri'iro Kujaku?

Anyway, I like this side of Alice, hope she still retains some of this personality after being freed from the brainwashing^^


Nah man, Alice's was literally Senbonzakura. OR IS IT the other way around xD?
SAO web novel was originally published on 2002 and Bleach manga started publishing around 2001. So I dont really know if anyone got ideas from the other...
Feb 11, 2019 12:13 AM
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giorgos1313 said:
TobiYume said:

No, the episode is called Recollection, because Eugeos "Release Skill" is called Recollection, as seen in this episode

I Think next episode we will see Alice and Kirito only, and Alice take back her memory??


I like how some people still believe Alicization has "happy endings"
Feb 11, 2019 2:07 AM

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Eugeo acted too rashly. He gets his ass in trouble so easily without Kirito by his side. Now what, are they going to brainwash him into becoming an integrity knight too.
Kirito will speak to Alice about her past in the next episode.
Feb 11, 2019 3:04 AM

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zalapeno said:
the fight was too simple even the fight from the OP looks better than this. im expecting a great fight vs the old man but A-1 says nah, goblin's fight still much better imo
It's how the fight went in the novel, it's not A-1 fault, if Bercouli really went all out against Eugeo, the fight would have finished in an instant.
Feb 11, 2019 5:17 AM
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Wish there was more fighting and less talking. Looks like it'll be Eugeo vs Kirito if the clown succeeds.
Feb 11, 2019 2:06 PM
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I hope to have the big fight with kirito and eugeo

And on future ... Kirito pick the sword of eugeo and fight with two swords ahah
Feb 11, 2019 9:09 PM
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will eugeo be an integrity knight? hmmm... lets see in the next episodes of this series...

anyways the last part will surely made eugeo be jealous if he is seeing alice and kirito enjoying each other while he is being left out...
Feb 11, 2019 10:14 PM
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Am I the only one thinking that just watching this anime is starting to feel like a chore? The new arc is just meh compared to the first one. I couldn't wait for it to end so I can get to the ED because at least that's a lot more bearable.
Feb 12, 2019 7:25 PM

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That was a surprisingly clever strategy by Eugeo. I wished it was a little longer tho.
Feb 12, 2019 8:35 PM

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and the tsundere goes oh!
so you needs 3 elements just to steam a bun huh... Kirito is doin' it the wrong way.
again, Eugeo is in a pinch! quite a good fight btw...
4/5.


Feb 14, 2019 1:12 PM

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The fight between Eugeo and Integrity Knight Bercouli (is that how you spell his name?) Synthesis 1 was amazing. Eugeo was pretty clever and I'm surprised but glad he managed to fight and win on his own! I noticed that the clown appeared in the opening for this week's episode but I didn't think he'd be introduced in that same episode. Mr. Clown doesn't seem to be messing around though. It'd be messed up if Kirito has to fight Eugeo turned Integrity Knight. Can't wait for what's going to happen in 2 weeks!
Feb 15, 2019 4:41 AM

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zalapeno said:
the fight was too simple even the fight from the OP looks better than this. im expecting a great fight vs the old man but A-1 says nah, goblin's fight still much better imo

yahhh I miss the old scenes a1 makes for sao


Feb 15, 2019 10:07 AM

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The plot twist is Eugeo turning into a knight....
Feb 16, 2019 3:14 AM

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castbound123 said:
zalapeno said:
the fight was too simple even the fight from the OP looks better than this. im expecting a great fight vs the old man but A-1 says nah, goblin's fight still much better imo

yahhh I miss the old scenes a1 makes for sao


How exactly is A1 to be blamed for this fights lenght? They just adapted it accordingly and did a superb job
Feb 16, 2019 7:06 AM
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todays epiosde is a recap so people can catch up on other animes 16/2/19
Feb 16, 2019 5:09 PM

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FireFistYK said:
castbound123 said:

yahhh I miss the old scenes a1 makes for sao


How exactly is A1 to be blamed for this fights lenght? They just adapted it accordingly and did a superb job

yah they just adopted everything but the effects and stuffs? the 1st sao can do better


Feb 17, 2019 4:36 AM

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I slept multiple times so far, can't wait to shot my self in the head after this show finishes airing.
Feb 17, 2019 8:21 AM

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Aaaaaaaaaanndd there we go! Eugeo is more or less going to get "reprocessed" or brainwashed now, I think. On a more positive note though, her outwitted that Knight Commander, although I must say that I was quite disappointed with the battle, I was expecting it to be a bit bigger and thrilling but ok. Also, that scene with Kirito and Alice is a bit cute, especially when Alice's stomach grumbled.
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Feb 18, 2019 10:15 PM
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FireFistYK said:
castbound123 said:

yahhh I miss the old scenes a1 makes for sao


How exactly is A1 to be blamed for this fights lenght? They just adapted it accordingly and did a superb job
SAO itself is the one to be blamed lol
Feb 18, 2019 10:28 PM
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so we got the knight commander this time a big muscular guy and he has big sword too that could slice the future, soo terrifying. but nope, he is lost to a blonde guy who just practiced sword about 2 years or less?

the most ridiculous part is, when eugeo guy has his sword in hand he choose to freeze the water instead of slice the commander's head or stab him in the chest. and now he is going to be brainwashed and have to fight kirito, what a fucking idiot and predictable plot

i cant believe that knight commander can easily beaten lol
Feb 19, 2019 3:59 PM

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That strategy was too smart for Eugeo lol.

Nah, it was pretty fun to watch, I was expecting some dull, long 1 on 1 sword fight. I think the way it turned out was much more interesting, especially with Eugeo being ready to take his opponent's life just like that.

Already hate the clown guy -_-
Feb 20, 2019 7:25 PM
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If you see the new poster for the next arc, you can see what the joker meant when he said he'll use Eugeo....
Feb 20, 2019 7:26 PM
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Funny how when Alice is probably gonna get her memories back, Eugeo's probably gonna lose his
Feb 21, 2019 4:02 PM
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I'm disappointed that they didn't even use the 5 second clip of Eugeo vs the Commander from the OP. That part in the OP was amazing and was what got me hyped for this fight. Even without that, the fight was still pretty good. A bit too short, but good enough.
Feb 26, 2019 7:34 PM

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That was quick...
Apr 2, 2019 7:27 PM

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I like tsundere Alice.

Eugeo stinks. Kirito will have to bail him out every time.
May 6, 2019 8:38 AM

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Cool seeing Eugeo stand up for himself and be useful instead of just a character Kirito has to help out every time.
Seems we're gonna get Integrity Knight Eugeo ... Kirito and Alice will probably have to eventually convince him who he was just like the other Knights.
May 15, 2019 10:28 PM

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A bit underwhelming fight I must say. But overall it was great. Alice is waifu again with her jokes.
Jun 27, 2019 9:56 PM

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-Impressive tactics from Eugeo there, however it appeared that he did have an opportunity to deal the victorious blow but had opted to freeze them both. Perhaps he opted for what he believed was a slower but surer approach (since Bercouli couldn't move and would have his life drained for as long as he was trapped in the ice like that) and didn't believe that a direct physical strike would have succeeded? Wouldn't be unreasonable given how Bercouli already had a trick.

-Alice be tsun tsun.

-Prime Senator is a clown. Of course.
Aug 19, 2019 3:03 PM
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Well now, it was a pretty intense fight. Eugeo failed to Talk no Jutsu the guy, but oh well. The ending was cute, haha.
Oct 9, 2019 1:35 PM

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It seems that they're going to brainwash Eugeo.

The fight between Eugeo and Bercoulli was short but great
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Oct 30, 2019 10:18 AM

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So much talking during the fight with Berculio was a bit annoying.
I freaking hate clowns.
Feels like Alice will get back her memories back.
Nov 21, 2019 1:23 PM

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That imp was really out of place in that scene, even though technically nothing is impossible in this world. Now we only have to wonder what they'll do with Eugeo, my guess is he would serve are a trap.

The best case scenario, Kirito would be able to unlock Alice's memories, the worst case scenario the fight would be inevitable. But at least she did remember her sister if that means anything.
Feb 26, 2020 4:12 PM

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that fat clown is a hell nawt
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Apr 9, 2020 1:00 PM

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Love them blonde beauties. Finally I found my new motivation to keep watching. though not really entertaining.. Like c mon this shit is so bland.. But love all the golden moments.

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May 31, 2020 2:28 PM

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Eugeo focused episode, not as good as the previous ones
What was that clown wtf
I hope Alice will recover her memories
Jul 1, 2020 3:29 PM
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Brruuuh, please don't tell me it's Eugeo's turn to join in the enemy's ranks, just after they finally found Alice.
Eugeo surprised me with his skill, talking on the first integrity knight, that's a great feat that I honestly can't see Kirito doing as easily as Eugeo did.
Aug 4, 2020 4:10 PM

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Well that was a fast fight... from the supposed strongest knight. Though maybe he did hold back or was planning something else. Eugeo's tactic was at least nice. I guess he is gonna be turned now to a knight as well, should be fun.
Oct 1, 2020 7:33 PM

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Am I the only one thinking that just watching this anime is starting to feel like a chore? The new arc is just meh compared to the first one. I couldn't wait for it to end so I can get to the ED because at least that's a lot more bearable.


It just feels a bit too predictable, and you're just waiting for them to climb the tower..
Nov 11, 2020 11:59 AM
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Didn’t thought a clown is that powerful
Nov 29, 2020 12:59 AM

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The fight between Eugeo and Bercouli was really well executed, although I thought Bercouli would have put up a bit more of a fight. Eugeo ended up having to go all out in the end and may have potentially died? But I have a feeling he didn't. At least not yet. lol'd at that random clown looking thing coming in at the end of the battle and shit talking the integrity knights. Killed Bercouli too somehow lol. Alice and Kirito working together is kind of cute and it seems like Alice might remember some of her old life at the mention of her younger sister, Selka from Kirito. It's all up to Kirito on how well he can convince Alice now.
Dec 16, 2020 5:58 AM

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Was a good plan by Eugoe, surprisingly Bercouli fell for it. Seems his experience doesn't amount to much.
Jun 3, 2022 6:43 AM

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Amazing, so we got to know about what actually happened in the Legend of Bercouli.
5/5
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Sep 10, 2022 5:44 PM

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Finally! The daddy this show has been teasing me with shows up... I already love Bercouli, he's way too hot! Hope he'll be alright
His fight against Eugeo went too fast tho, imo

I didn't expect much from SAO's S3 but I'm quite enjoying it so far!
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