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Omniknight said: However, everyone who thinks he is suddenly a freak are rather insensitive too.. People cope with death of a loved one in many ways. Jintan's method of coping was to hallucinate. . No Jintas method was shutting out the world. That is likely some form of Menma as shes seen opening doors in her own house .. knocking over glasses , causing weight on Anaru , and Poppo felt her too. Jinta , tries to shut everything out and became a shut in nearly. thats how he delt. "well why can only he see Menma" I have my ideas but likely similar to most other peoples. |
| Judging from the comments, I have derived three conclusions: 1. Yukiatsu does some weird *$$ SH*T. 2. Tsunderé Tsuruko is still Tsuper Tsexy. 3. Menma goes schizo. HNNNG. Hurry up UTW subs. I gotta get my Ano Hana Fix and I won't settle for any other typeset or subgroup DX. |
| Everything needs more fanservice. Especially real life. |
| The ED always gets to me no matter how many times I watch it, same with the OP. This was a great episode and I can't wait for next week. I wanna see how the gang handles Yukiatsu and how he reacts and overcomes all that he's going through. But in the end I know it'll somehow bring the group closer together. And that's worth watching. I've already given this show a 10 for a rating. There's no questioning it. |
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| This episode was just great, I don't mind the pacing though. Seems about right to me. :) Damn Yukiatsu...>.> I knew he was the 'fake' Menma. The next episode is just going to have a hell of a lot more emotional depth than this one and I can't wait. :D This is by far one of my favorite series this season. <3 Oh and I'm totally rooting for JintaXNaruko, though it would be nice to see JintaXMenma, but sadly that can't happen. :( |
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| well.. i didnt see that one coming with yukiatsu.. |
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| Why is taking Jintan so long to confess? Didn't he go running for Menma at the end of Episode One because he wanted to do what he didn't have the courage to do so long ago? I get the feeling that this won't be done until the last few episodes, but then I feel like they shouldn't have made her disappearance such a HUGE deal to him in the first episode. I don't feel like he's making any considerable progress and that there's nothing holding him back from confessing but him at the moment. And everyone else has issues that they're learning to confront from Jintan's/Menma's "intervention" in their lives right now. But, I really think he needs to confess and get it over with already. This show is not a focus on romance, so I feel like there'd be a lot more to see/do even after that point. :) On a side note, |
Ani-BlastMay 6, 2011 12:24 AM
| きみ は だれ だい？ ぼく は ラムボ！ ぼく は だれ だい？ きみ は ラムボ！ ラムボ なんでし！ |
| i love the sound design, it knows how to play with my emotions. Another great episode |
ZetaZeta said: Obviously he has repressed homolust for Jinta, and was always jealous of Menma to a point where he wanted to BE her. ROFL...but I don't know if you could be right just yet... O3O |
Ani-BlastMay 6, 2011 12:23 AM
| きみ は だれ だい？ ぼく は ラムボ！ ぼく は だれ だい？ きみ は ラムボ！ ラムボ なんでし！ |
Yumekichi11 said:  Wow... speechless. |
I ♥ Two Syaorans from Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE and TRC!!! |
| So, Menma stumbled and fell into the river. And I'm kinda starting to dislike Yukiatsu. I tried not disliking him, but nope, that's not possible. I more or less like the rest of the people in the show though. Like Anaru and Tsuruko <3 On pretty unrelated note, I didn't notice before, but I approve of that one cup in the last screen of the ED that has the Swedish flag on it. I do kinda find it completely random though. |
| Protip: I don't really check the forums anymore, so if you want something, take it on my profile. Is it time for my long-awaited return to the forums? щ(ﾟДﾟщ) Nope™, probably not. |
| I actually think that Yuki might like Jintan romantically and was jealous of Menma. If that is the case, I kinda feel bad for him. Though, I think this is highly unlikely xD |
| Oh that Yukiatsu. I really want to know what happens next after what everyone saw. |
| The only reason that I can see to reveal Yukiatsu this early is to set up for some intense character growth. I would go so far as to say that at the end, we will probably feel sympathetic towards Yukiatsu. If Ano Hana can pull that off, then I will have the utmost respect for the writers and this team that has blessed with such a masterpiece. Oh yeah, and Tsuroku's character is redeemed here, although I'm not sure what would be the cause of it. Perhaps there really is more to her than meets the eye, coughcansheseeMenmacough. |
invaznMay 6, 2011 1:57 AM
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| LOL DAMN you yukiatsu ....... |
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| Yukiatsu little secret is out^^ |
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| lol, I actually felt sorry for Yukiatsu at the end. So damn embarrassing. Another great episode. 5/5 |
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| oo it got better =D |
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| Jintan's pretty damn fit for a shut-in. |
SteelMaverick said: Well, being a shut-in doesn't necessarily mean you never exercise. Who knows, he might just have a gym in the basement or something. ┐(￣ー￣)┌Jintan's pretty damn fit for a shut-in. |
| Protip: I don't really check the forums anymore, so if you want something, take it on my profile. Is it time for my long-awaited return to the forums? щ(ﾟДﾟщ) Nope™, probably not. |
| I absolutely adore this show, but there is just one thing REAAAALLY bugging me. Clearly, Menma can interact with her environment. She could quite easily pick something up, write on a piece of paper or something to show that she is there. I don't know if it's just a matter of time until this happens, but if it doesn't, I think giving Menma the ability to interact may be a big flaw. Anyway, apart from that one nitpick that may or may not be answered later, this is definitely my favorite show this season. Poppo for character of the century. |
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| Left me hanging at the edge of my seat, eyes glued to the screen. That was great. Tsuruko's really good for thinking of that plan. Liking her. It amuses me how cross dressing Yukiatsu shows himself when Poppo is peeing even though earlier than that, everyone was outside. |
| I'm betting Yukiatsu liked Menma when they were children too, that's why he's always resented Jintan. Yeh Menma can interact with her environment I don't see why Jinta doesn't just prove her existence to the rest of them by making her pick things up. |
| Now we're getting somewhere. Really can't wait to see how this plays out. |
| So he can shave his legs, but he can't do anything about the manly body part.. |
| Wow Yukiatsu. Just wow. Saying Jintan is the one that's obsessed with her while you yourself are cross-dressing as her. Now who it pitiful huh? I'm curious on how they are going to react to this and how he is going to talk himself out of this. >.< Another thing that has been going around in my mind is that why Menma's "ghost" doesn't just make herself apparent? She could've just picked up the coffee and everybody would've seen the floating coffee cup right? Some already noted that they felt weight on them when she was clinging to them. =P Anaru is just too good. I really hope Jintan and her will get together somehow. And I hope she'll leave her current "friends" as well because they're such bitches! |
OnyxthegreatMay 6, 2011 5:46 AM
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apatch3 said: Its pretty much obvious already that he likes her.I'm betting Yukiatsu liked Menma when they were children too I want to steal Anaru's closet! Oh Yukiatsu-- I do pity you. It seems like he wanted someone to find out about his Menma obsession or he wanted to talk about it with everyone. Menma has to interact with others and if the show doesn't show that, then indeed it will be a big flaw. Cannot help but ship MenmaXJintan <3 |
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Omniknight said: However, everyone who thinks he is suddenly a freak are rather insensitive too.. People cope with death of a loved one in many ways. I'm not one of the people who have started calling him a freak, but I have to point out that he would be far easier to sympathise with if he wasn't such a dick about things. Anyway, I agree with the people who are a little surprised that the crossdressing theory was right. I mean, yeah, the evidence was there, but I wasn't sure that they'd go through with something that might put off some viewers like that. Not much else to say, really. I very much enjoyed this episode, eagerly awaiting the next. |
| If any of my posts seem odd, it's probably because I'm tired. Sorry. I have sleeping issues. |
| It was embarassing and disturbing to see Yukiatsu in Menma's dress at the end. I just had to close my eyes haha. Im surprised that I like Tsuruko more. I hope she stays like this and not change. |
| Even though Yukiatsu's a little bit sharp in criticizing people but I really feel sorry for him. His love towards Memma is really.. intense. |
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| Haha, nice episode. The cross-dressing wasn't such a big surprise, imo. |
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guanhian said: Even though Yukiatsu's a little bit sharp in criticizing people but I really feel sorry for him. His love towards Memma is really.. intense. Agreed! im officially now a Yukiatsu fan! he had balls to dress as Menma;) The guy needs some love and understanding. all he needs is a big hug and support from his friends to get over Menma´s loss XD Well maybe he really liked to crossdress XDdo i feel some homolust? And loved the Anaru x Jintan moment:) Anaru x Jintan ftw. |
OrulyonMay 6, 2011 7:41 AM
ワンダーランド花 ♥ |
| OMG Yukiatsu! what kind of clothes do you have in your closet!? 8D really enjoyed this episode and now I have to wait another week for the next one, I want more! this anime is so good <3 |
| Oh so it was Yukiatsu after all, kinda dissapointing that it was the most obvious. But anyway, Tsuruko is love. <3 |
| レッツゴー ED イケイケゴーゴー |
| HE IS WEARING RITSU'S HEARBAND >:U DAMN YOU YUKIATSU |
| So the speculah was true after all. I just hope the show not to become all about crossdressing and things like that, it'd be creepy. Anyway, sometimes I wish for Menma to really show herself to the public, by moving objects or things like that. But sometimes I don't - wonder what will be actually better for the plot. Love the show's unpredictability, anyway. |
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| Great ep once again and fantastic character developments. |
 In every age, in every place, the deeds of men remain the same. |
-Arthur said: That's one of the ugliest cross dressing I ever saw in anime... This. Ugly and Creepy. someone should slap him for doing this. lol Awesome episode. though i still think Jinta is an idiot. when he wants everyone to believe that he can see menma then why not prove it. maybe he will in the end of the story. |
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Ani-Blast said: On a side note, If that happens, I'll be happy, b/c that would mean that Jinta x Menma will happen. I love those two together. As for Yukiatsu..I just feel bad for him. He must of really loved Menma, but to go this far.... I hope he redeems himself, b/c I think he's a good guy..he's just struggling more than others and showing it in odd ways. As for Tsuruko, I liked her from the beginning and this episode showed me exactly why she's so awesome. And Poppo was awesome as always, making Menma feel better without him knowing is always a plus. Looking forward to the next episode |
I am a sucker for romance!!!! ] |
| Fail troll attempt is fail. Anyway, great episode again and Popo always made me chuckle. xD The OP and ED are growing in me. <3 |
| Looks like the cross-dressing theory came true. It would have more of an impact on me if I wasn't expecting it. I'm curious to see how this would play out in the next ep. |
| I bet Yukiatsu will somehow deny everything in the next episode in some obviously fake way to try and cover up his obsession. Oh and more Anaru x Jintan please. |
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| I wasn't really shocked at the crossdressing but I kinda was when I saw it was Yukiatsu. Now to wait another seven days :/. Just hope it'll be JintanxMenma, really don't want that hypocrite to be with him lol. |
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