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Aug 7, 2013 7:22 PM

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myth720 said:
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After they made it obvious that Makoto has had a bad past with the ocean it was a given that something was going to happen to Rei.

I hope that Makoto is the one to save Rei!


I just hope that his 'bad past' isn't something stupid like he tried to free his goldfish in the ocean or something like that *facepalm* Seriously, what's with the goldfish. It's cute that he made a grave for it though. I love that with all his big built he's such a cute scardy cat.. that's why he needs someone like Haru-chan at his side.. I really love these two haha x3 This ep definitely made Mako-chan my favorite in this show.
I'm kind of hoping that the grave isn't for a goldfish. Like, that was just an excuse they used to not make Makoto feel bad, or what Makoto says to cover up something deeper he doesn't feel comfortable talking about. I mean, a damn goldfish?

I kind of think a family member or something died in the ocean, and the goldfish grave is a kind of memorial for them.
Aug 7, 2013 7:30 PM

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I'm kind of hoping that the grave isn't for a goldfish. Like, that was just an excuse they used to not make Makoto feel bad, or what Makoto says to cover up something deeper he doesn't feel comfortable talking about. I mean, a damn goldfish?

I kind of think a family member or something died in the ocean, and the goldfish grave is a kind of memorial for them.


I like this idea! It makes more sense too, especially if it was his fault (being rescued/survivor guilt) that person died. Guess we have to wait another week and find out... or read the novel, I guess. But too much kanji is too tiresome for me (as Haru-chan would say ^^)
Aug 7, 2013 8:06 PM

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Good thing Free! didn't air last week. I was adamant on dropping it after episode four, but had two weeks to think about it. Safe to say, I had a change of heart.

Gou in her one-piece was nice, but you know what they say... Two is better than one!

C'mon KyoAni. Give us guys what we want!
Aug 7, 2013 8:11 PM

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AAAHHHHHHHHHH \(TAT)/ MAKO-CHAN!! REI-CHAN!!! DON'T DIE ON ME!!!!

mako-chan so scared AAAHHHHH don't choke!!!!!! haru-channnn go go go TAT!!!!

OTL cliff hanger.... uggghhhhhh
Aug 7, 2013 8:14 PM

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-Starts off discussion with rage- DAMN IT, WHAT THE HELL. HOW CAN YOU END THE EPISODE WITH SUCH A HUGE CLIFFHANGER. MAKOTO HAS TO FACE HIS SECRET FEAR WITH THE OCEAN AND GHLDKJLEFGJS.

Anyways, I really liked this episode :D! I loved the whole idea of the deserted island and training, and I liked the "coincidence" that Rin and his swim team are also on this island. I also enjoyed learning more about Makoto. Haru's concern for him is just too kawaii >///<
When Gou & Rin had that little brother/sister moment I got so happy, Rin needs to open up more ^_^

Next episode, there better be some Rinuka >:3

My current feelings:
Aug 7, 2013 8:14 PM

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Rei, you are so adorable. You're fine the way you are, okay? No one thinks you are a burden. >,< Stawwwp it! D: *prays for your safety*

Considering how little I cared for Makoto, I'm surprisingly into this episode, lol. Especially by his subtle (well, Haruka doesn't really make it that and it's been heavily foreshadowed already) reactions to the ocean and such. :3

And Gou! Ah! That sibling moment was so cute~ >w< Rin and Gou, your sibling love for each other is so adorable. Have a show of your own, yeah? (Rin, your playing it cool attitude is awesome.)

Sigh...now to wait for the next episode... :/
Aug 7, 2013 8:24 PM

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FUCKING KYOANI WITH THEIR CLIFFHANGERS
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Aug 7, 2013 8:52 PM

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I just knew that was coming... As soon as I saw him swimming at the end I was like "Oh boy..."

Anyways, it was a good episode.

10$ says Rin will come out to save them.


Ahah watch that actually happen. In the next episode's PV, Nagisa says to Haru that it's too dangerous to go alone. Hmm. >u>
Aug 7, 2013 9:28 PM

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Great episode, as expected from this season's best anime show.

I seriously want to know more about that teacher's past.
Go ***k yourself.

Polite as usual,
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Aug 7, 2013 9:32 PM

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Sourire said:
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Sourire said:
So does this anime only has 1 swimming competition that will be in the last episode or 2 or will we witness more than that? zzzzzz


after 5 episodes this show has 80% slice of life + comedy 10% talking about swimming and 10% actual swimming (Sports Genre Tag -.-)

a ALRITE slice of life n comedy show but a BAD sports anime.

3/5
my thoughts exactly..


lmao. Guess which swimming races are the most popular? The short ones. Why? Because it's boring as f to watch people swim for an extended amount of time. Swimming, like running/track, are like adrenaline shots to the audience. It's different from basketball, soccer, baseball etc. Free! didn't label itself as a sports anime, but if I were to take that label seriously, I would say it's a good sports anime since it's not overloading us with characters swimming laps. Having several different competitions in such close proximity (12 episode span) when the only two people really competing are Haru and Rin is like watching someone declare a winner at the end of each lap - totally pointless.

facade63 said:
its starting to get borderline stupid how Rin's swim team always happens to be in the same place as the iwatobi swim team surely they can come up with better ideas for them to meet than just pure coincidence.


Always. Being twice...
I'm not asking for a competition every episode.. just maybe 1 every 4 episode.. so lets say the regionals, the nationals, and then a showdown between the main cast. Would be way more interesting than a full cour of slice of life comedy.
Aug 7, 2013 9:34 PM
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YAY IT'S FINALLY HERE!

- I wish there was more fanservice in this episode >.< but I think they can make up for it with the plot in this episode!

REIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIiiiiii this is actually so intense WHAT'S GOING TO HAPPEN

-Ending card = RIN = THOSE TRICEPS

O_____O
Aug 7, 2013 9:35 PM
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DeidaraxArt said:
DAT ENDING CARD! Riiiiiin. <3

For fans of the show, I highly recommend reading the light novel. It covers their elementary school days and reveals more about their past. I'm glad the anime is being rather faithful to the light novel by covering some of the character background stories.

I'm REALLY looking forward to next week's episode just to see what happens next. It ended pretty tense and suspenseful.


Meh, I guess I'm gonna try to read that if I have time.
Aug 7, 2013 9:56 PM

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FFFFF THAT CLIFFHANGER HNNNGGGHHH TELL US WHAT HAPPENS TO REI & MAKOTO NOW

Btw that was INTENSEEeeee. Makoto just made me a bit sad. The ones who know "things" about him seem to be Haru and Rin. In curiosity, is it really a goldfish in that grave? I could -probably- come into thoughts: that goldfish was really really precious for Makoto (you know Makoto rite? He's charitable like to everything lol) OR "goldfish" was just a cover Makoto uses (after seeing his breakup with oceans).
But- let's see next week. The BW flashback of Makoto didnt enlighten me, at all. Who were people in masks and why the ocean- I'm thinking that Haru & Rin watched "someone precious for Makoto" is dead...

DAMN THAT MAKES ME GUESS ANY POSSIBILITY LOL
Rei you sucha bastard. You're still a noob just dont push yourself over the border- one does not simply swim in oceans in a day. Makoto holding back everything is just KSHSKDHkhdskhs I feel your pain there just dont hold things back sobs
Haru save em asap. Or else Rei would come to save you all.
Aug 7, 2013 9:56 PM

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Sourire said:
hikoghert said:
Sourire said:
Kerozinn said:
Sourire said:
So does this anime only has 1 swimming competition that will be in the last episode or 2 or will we witness more than that? zzzzzz


after 5 episodes this show has 80% slice of life + comedy 10% talking about swimming and 10% actual swimming (Sports Genre Tag -.-)

a ALRITE slice of life n comedy show but a BAD sports anime.

3/5
my thoughts exactly..


lmao. Guess which swimming races are the most popular? The short ones. Why? Because it's boring as f to watch people swim for an extended amount of time. Swimming, like running/track, are like adrenaline shots to the audience. It's different from basketball, soccer, baseball etc. Free! didn't label itself as a sports anime, but if I were to take that label seriously, I would say it's a good sports anime since it's not overloading us with characters swimming laps. Having several different competitions in such close proximity (12 episode span) when the only two people really competing are Haru and Rin is like watching someone declare a winner at the end of each lap - totally pointless.

facade63 said:
its starting to get borderline stupid how Rin's swim team always happens to be in the same place as the iwatobi swim team surely they can come up with better ideas for them to meet than just pure coincidence.


Always. Being twice...
I'm not asking for a competition every episode.. just maybe 1 every 4 episode.. so lets say the regionals, the nationals, and then a showdown between the main cast. Would be way more interesting to me in my opinion than a full cour of slice of life comedy.



Fixed that for you.
Aug 7, 2013 10:24 PM

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aww damn you Rei T_T do did someone invite Urobochi or something

I'm guessing Mako has a trauma? He was crying in the OP and some info was shown

Rin needs more screentime. That ED card ~

Rin's Kouhai looks like Masato from UtaPri

5/5
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Aug 7, 2013 10:37 PM

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This anime is more fun watching than I thought it would be. Possibly the best new anime this season along with Love Lab.

Kou <3
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Aug 7, 2013 11:04 PM

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Ah, Rei, WTF!
I wonder what happened to Makoto to make him not like the ocean.
Aug 7, 2013 11:17 PM

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For everyone who wants to know why Makoto is afraid of the water:
Aug 7, 2013 11:20 PM

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Dammit Gou. Not even in the beach episode is she put in a swimsuit or something.
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Aug 7, 2013 11:25 PM

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Good ep, huge cliffhanger :( Can't wait another 7 days!
Aug 7, 2013 11:51 PM

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Mystle said:
NOOO MAKOTOOO! DAMN YOU, REI! >.<
Okay. This is why we're friends! xD

Aug 8, 2013 12:27 AM

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Dammit Gou. Not even in the beach episode is she put in a swimsuit or something.


Aug 8, 2013 12:40 AM

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My adorable Gou was as adorable as ever. I wanted to see her in a bikini but well, I guess it's actually better this way. It gives her a pure feeling and thus, makes her even more likable. Makogou scenes, gotta love those. Makoto is officially the best guy in this anime, at least for me. He is so selfless and cares about his friends so much.

This anime could work even better if it was a reverse harem with Gou as a main heroine since she is so fabulous and I badly want her to be a MC xD But I love it in its current form too.

The ending scenes were fabulous. Now haters - Try even tellingl me that this is just a fanservice anime! While this episode itself was amazing, the next episode is gonna prove all of haters wrong while I will have my laughs here.
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Aug 8, 2013 1:10 AM

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Makoto has a Trauma in ocean. I'm curious about it. I want to know the whole story. waiting for another week.

Intense episode, I wonder what will hoped next week. :( I hope Rei will not ... (OMG!) Makoto too.

Cliffhanger but its okay it become more exciting. I didn't expect that this week episode is that intensive because of the last episodes mostly comedy.

I will pray for Rei and Makoto for their safeness.
HimenikkoAug 8, 2013 1:18 AM
"Anything is possible if you stop doubting yourself, so put some more faith unto you!"
Aug 8, 2013 1:26 AM
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Lol'd at Makoto's melodrama. I just knew from the start that someone was going to have a trauma of some kind.
Aug 8, 2013 1:27 AM

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The drama in this show is overwhelming sometimes
Aug 8, 2013 1:54 AM

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Sourire said:
hikoghert said:
Sourire said:
Kerozinn said:
Sourire said:
So does this anime only has 1 swimming competition that will be in the last episode or 2 or will we witness more than that? zzzzzz


after 5 episodes this show has 80% slice of life + comedy 10% talking about swimming and 10% actual swimming (Sports Genre Tag -.-)

a ALRITE slice of life n comedy show but a BAD sports anime.

3/5
my thoughts exactly..


lmao. Guess which swimming races are the most popular? The short ones. Why? Because it's boring as f to watch people swim for an extended amount of time. Swimming, like running/track, are like adrenaline shots to the audience. It's different from basketball, soccer, baseball etc. Free! didn't label itself as a sports anime, but if I were to take that label seriously, I would say it's a good sports anime since it's not overloading us with characters swimming laps. Having several different competitions in such close proximity (12 episode span) when the only two people really competing are Haru and Rin is like watching someone declare a winner at the end of each lap - totally pointless.

facade63 said:
its starting to get borderline stupid how Rin's swim team always happens to be in the same place as the iwatobi swim team surely they can come up with better ideas for them to meet than just pure coincidence.


Always. Being twice...
I'm not asking for a competition every episode.. just maybe 1 every 4 episode.. so lets say the regionals, the nationals, and then a showdown between the main cast. Would be way more interesting than a full cour of slice of life comedy.


lets face it. this show is nothing for sports fans. its just for fangirls who enjoy half naked 2D boys posing in speedos.

5 episodes is all i give this show. it did not redeem itself for me.

dropped! 4/10
Aug 8, 2013 1:56 AM

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Kerozinn said:
Sourire said:
hikoghert said:
Sourire said:
Kerozinn said:
Sourire said:
So does this anime only has 1 swimming competition that will be in the last episode or 2 or will we witness more than that? zzzzzz


after 5 episodes this show has 80% slice of life + comedy 10% talking about swimming and 10% actual swimming (Sports Genre Tag -.-)

a ALRITE slice of life n comedy show but a BAD sports anime.

3/5
my thoughts exactly..


lmao. Guess which swimming races are the most popular? The short ones. Why? Because it's boring as f to watch people swim for an extended amount of time. Swimming, like running/track, are like adrenaline shots to the audience. It's different from basketball, soccer, baseball etc. Free! didn't label itself as a sports anime, but if I were to take that label seriously, I would say it's a good sports anime since it's not overloading us with characters swimming laps. Having several different competitions in such close proximity (12 episode span) when the only two people really competing are Haru and Rin is like watching someone declare a winner at the end of each lap - totally pointless.

facade63 said:
its starting to get borderline stupid how Rin's swim team always happens to be in the same place as the iwatobi swim team surely they can come up with better ideas for them to meet than just pure coincidence.


Always. Being twice...
I'm not asking for a competition every episode.. just maybe 1 every 4 episode.. so lets say the regionals, the nationals, and then a showdown between the main cast. Would be way more interesting than a full cour of slice of life comedy.


lets face it. this show is nothing for sports fans. its just for fangirls who enjoy half naked 2D boys posing in speedos.

5 episodes is all i give this show. it did not redeem itself for me.

dropped! 4/10


i'm a girl and no i do not watch only for that
is an enjoyable anime -.-
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Aug 8, 2013 2:09 AM

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dany_elle1908 said:

i'm a girl and no i do not watch only for that
is an enjoyable anime -.-

You're not watching it for some actual swimming. That says enough.
Aug 8, 2013 2:17 AM
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I like how the haters and the droppers keep coming back.
Can't free yourselves from Free! and it feels so good.

We're on the winning team baby.
Aug 8, 2013 2:34 AM

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Soudadorable said:
Sourire said:
hikoghert said:
Sourire said:
Kerozinn said:
Sourire said:
So does this anime only has 1 swimming competition that will be in the last episode or 2 or will we witness more than that? zzzzzz


after 5 episodes this show has 80% slice of life + comedy 10% talking about swimming and 10% actual swimming (Sports Genre Tag -.-)

a ALRITE slice of life n comedy show but a BAD sports anime.

3/5
my thoughts exactly..


lmao. Guess which swimming races are the most popular? The short ones. Why? Because it's boring as f to watch people swim for an extended amount of time. Swimming, like running/track, are like adrenaline shots to the audience. It's different from basketball, soccer, baseball etc. Free! didn't label itself as a sports anime, but if I were to take that label seriously, I would say it's a good sports anime since it's not overloading us with characters swimming laps. Having several different competitions in such close proximity (12 episode span) when the only two people really competing are Haru and Rin is like watching someone declare a winner at the end of each lap - totally pointless.

facade63 said:
its starting to get borderline stupid how Rin's swim team always happens to be in the same place as the iwatobi swim team surely they can come up with better ideas for them to meet than just pure coincidence.


Always. Being twice...
I'm not asking for a competition every episode.. just maybe 1 every 4 episode.. so lets say the regionals, the nationals, and then a showdown between the main cast. Would be way more interesting to me in my opinion than a full cour of slice of life comedy.



Fixed that for you.


Well, we had a race back in episode 2. And it looks like we're going to be racing for Rei's life in episode 6 soooo. There you go =)

That many levels of competition would require them to introduce SO MANY new characters. It would be horrible and a wreck. No thanks. Also a competition between the main characters would be 100% predictable. Frontcrawl and butterfly are the fastest and Haru is a genius and Rei is not. It wouldn't even be a competition.

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dany_elle1908 said:

i'm a girl and no i do not watch only for that
is an enjoyable anime -.-

You're not watching it for some actual swimming. That says enough.


Yeah. That says she's not stupid because if someone wanted to watch ACTUAL swimming they would watch ACTUAL swimming. Just like how people who watched KnB weren't doing it to watch ACTUAL basketball - KnB is fantasy basketball. And just like how people who watched Slam Dunk and acclaim it love it for the STORY. Sounds like she's saying she's watching for the story as well.
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hikoghert said:
Soudadorable said:
Sourire said:
hikoghert said:
Sourire said:
Kerozinn said:
Sourire said:
So does this anime only has 1 swimming competition that will be in the last episode or 2 or will we witness more than that? zzzzzz


after 5 episodes this show has 80% slice of life + comedy 10% talking about swimming and 10% actual swimming (Sports Genre Tag -.-)

a ALRITE slice of life n comedy show but a BAD sports anime.

3/5
my thoughts exactly..


lmao. Guess which swimming races are the most popular? The short ones. Why? Because it's boring as f to watch people swim for an extended amount of time. Swimming, like running/track, are like adrenaline shots to the audience. It's different from basketball, soccer, baseball etc. Free! didn't label itself as a sports anime, but if I were to take that label seriously, I would say it's a good sports anime since it's not overloading us with characters swimming laps. Having several different competitions in such close proximity (12 episode span) when the only two people really competing are Haru and Rin is like watching someone declare a winner at the end of each lap - totally pointless.

facade63 said:
its starting to get borderline stupid how Rin's swim team always happens to be in the same place as the iwatobi swim team surely they can come up with better ideas for them to meet than just pure coincidence.


Always. Being twice...
I'm not asking for a competition every episode.. just maybe 1 every 4 episode.. so lets say the regionals, the nationals, and then a showdown between the main cast. Would be way more interesting to me in my opinion than a full cour of slice of life comedy.



Fixed that for you.


Well, we had a race back in episode 2. And it looks like we're going to be racing for Rei's life in episode 6 soooo. There you go =)

That many levels of competition would require them to introduce SO MANY new characters. It would be horrible and a wreck. No thanks. Also a competition between the main characters would be 100% predictable. Frontcrawl and butterfly are the fastest and Haru is a genius and Rei is not. It wouldn't even be a competition.

Anguished said:
dany_elle1908 said:

i'm a girl and no i do not watch only for that
is an enjoyable anime -.-

You're not watching it for some actual swimming. That says enough.


Yeah. That says she's not stupid because if someone wanted to watch ACTUAL swimming they would watch ACTUAL swimming. Just like how people who watched KnB weren't doing it to watch ACTUAL basketball - KnB is fantasy basketball. And just like how people who watched Slam Dunk and acclaim it love it for the STORY. Sounds like she's saying she's watching for the story as well.


the point is slam dunk and kuroko no basuke BOTH have tons of basketball in it. Free has barely any swimming in it. i wont even comment on ur "fantasy basketball" thing since ur obviously talking out of ur ass right now.

also WHAT story? free! has one of the most bland and boring storys ever with no plot or any substance behind it. do u really get excited over that cliffhanger (which isnt one cause we all know Rei isnt going to drown).

get real!
Aug 8, 2013 2:56 AM

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I like how the haters and the droppers keep coming back.
Can't free yourselves from Free! and it feels so good.

We're on the winning team baby.


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Aug 8, 2013 3:07 AM

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Gou's camera has insane zoom and resolution o_o

^This. And oh yeah, she was wearing a one-piece swimsuit!

Dem tracksuits. Dat cliffhanger. Dat end card.

What's with the goldfish grave?

I just love Haruka and his mackerels!

Just a coincidence that Rin and his swimming team are nearby.
But I did enjoy the brother and sister moment.

Something's up with Makoto and the ocean.
And in the end, Rei goes swimming and there just happens to be a storm.
And guess who's going to try to save him? That's right: Makoto. The one with the traumatic experience with the ocean.
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I think I'm going to get the feels next episode.
Aug 8, 2013 3:17 AM

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Kerozinn said:
hikoghert said:
Soudadorable said:
Sourire said:
hikoghert said:
Sourire said:
Kerozinn said:
Sourire said:
So does this anime only has 1 swimming competition that will be in the last episode or 2 or will we witness more than that? zzzzzz


after 5 episodes this show has 80% slice of life + comedy 10% talking about swimming and 10% actual swimming (Sports Genre Tag -.-)

a ALRITE slice of life n comedy show but a BAD sports anime.

3/5
my thoughts exactly..


lmao. Guess which swimming races are the most popular? The short ones. Why? Because it's boring as f to watch people swim for an extended amount of time. Swimming, like running/track, are like adrenaline shots to the audience. It's different from basketball, soccer, baseball etc. Free! didn't label itself as a sports anime, but if I were to take that label seriously, I would say it's a good sports anime since it's not overloading us with characters swimming laps. Having several different competitions in such close proximity (12 episode span) when the only two people really competing are Haru and Rin is like watching someone declare a winner at the end of each lap - totally pointless.

facade63 said:
its starting to get borderline stupid how Rin's swim team always happens to be in the same place as the iwatobi swim team surely they can come up with better ideas for them to meet than just pure coincidence.


Always. Being twice...
I'm not asking for a competition every episode.. just maybe 1 every 4 episode.. so lets say the regionals, the nationals, and then a showdown between the main cast. Would be way more interesting to me in my opinion than a full cour of slice of life comedy.



Fixed that for you.


Well, we had a race back in episode 2. And it looks like we're going to be racing for Rei's life in episode 6 soooo. There you go =)

That many levels of competition would require them to introduce SO MANY new characters. It would be horrible and a wreck. No thanks. Also a competition between the main characters would be 100% predictable. Frontcrawl and butterfly are the fastest and Haru is a genius and Rei is not. It wouldn't even be a competition.

Anguished said:
dany_elle1908 said:

i'm a girl and no i do not watch only for that
is an enjoyable anime -.-

You're not watching it for some actual swimming. That says enough.


Yeah. That says she's not stupid because if someone wanted to watch ACTUAL swimming they would watch ACTUAL swimming. Just like how people who watched KnB weren't doing it to watch ACTUAL basketball - KnB is fantasy basketball. And just like how people who watched Slam Dunk and acclaim it love it for the STORY. Sounds like she's saying she's watching for the story as well.


the point is slam dunk and kuroko no basuke BOTH have tons of basketball in it. Free has barely any swimming in it. i wont even comment on ur "fantasy basketball" thing since ur obviously talking out of ur ass right now.

also WHAT story? free! has one of the most bland and boring storys ever with no plot or any substance behind it. do u really get excited over that cliffhanger (which isnt one cause we all know Rei isnt going to drown).

get real!
Iunno if you watched K-On! but it was not an anime about music. It was not an anime about the hard work and effort and trials and tribulations that one has to pour into learning how to play a musical instrument. It was not about intense plot based around concerts and the meteoric rise of a band build around high school girls. Yui learned how to play the guitar proficiently in like half an episode, it was not realistic because it was not meant to be, it was not trying to be.

K-On! was about close friends brought together by a shared activity they were all passionate about, and how this initial attraction due to said shared activity lead to time and experiences in which close bonds and friendships were fostered.

Please replace K-On with "Free!", Learning to play Guitar with "Learning to swim Butterfly", and Music with "Swimming" and you have Free! You are clearly watching the wrong show for the wrong reasons, though there actually is a fair bit more swimming in Free! than there was (probably, it has been awhile) music playing in K-On! but it is first and foremost a show about close friends going through life with their passion for the activity at hand the nucleus of the show, but not necessarily the focal point.

I'm sorry you're watching the show for the wrong reasons, but that doesn't make those of us who are watching it in a manner that makes sense for a Kyoani anime incorrect. If it pains you so much, I would recommend not keeping it up, least you hurt yourself.
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Kerozinn said:


the point is slam dunk and kuroko no basuke BOTH have tons of basketball in it. Free has barely any swimming in it. i wont even comment on ur "fantasy basketball" thing since ur obviously talking out of ur ass right now.

also WHAT story? free! has one of the most bland and boring storys ever with no plot or any substance behind it. do u really get excited over that cliffhanger (which isnt one cause we all know Rei isnt going to drown).

get real!


It's quite ironic that your complaint about the amount of swimming this anime has is addressed in my first response ...that you quoted but apparently didn't bother to read. There's nothing more to be said.

Now if you're going to debate the level of fantasy KnB reaches. LOL. It's fantasy because nobody IRL dishes out all the moves Aomine busts out every game in succession with 100% accuracy like he does. Do you... live in reality? Because what I've said is repeated in the reviews on this very site and in many forums.

The POINT. What point? You didn't make a point. I responded to a person who was belittling someone for watching an anime for the story and not ACTUAL sports footage. Your response doesn't refute that or address it. It just says there's basketball in two basketball series. Okay... If you look at user reviews, many of them will talk about how the highlights of the series were the characters and humour. They were all watching for the story because you can get ACTUAL sports with real people IRL, elsewhere.

If you want to know the plot of Free! please read the 'Synopsis' on this website. You can also check the two wikis. If the only thing that ever excites you is an unpredictable end and not the execution, well I can't help you, but I guess you obviously didn't enjoy most of KnB then.
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00:11 Gouchan <3

02:20 disgusting OP's disgusting

05:32 Amachan kawaii~

21:15 taihen!

Finally, an ep that's not gross.
Isayama Hajime should be awarded The Manga with The Highest Inconsistencies of Characters' Appearances.
He keeps performing multiple plastic surgeries on those Shingeki No Kyojin characters in a SINGLE chapter.
Yes, I've read up to the latest chapter of Shingeki No Kyojin manga.
Forced myself to read through the kidsketching chapters after the anime's ended. At least from now on, I only have to go through the hell once a month.
Patiently awaiting SNK TV/movie/OVA anime-sequel.
The 2015 SNK live-action movie would probably suck.
Aug 8, 2013 3:53 AM

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Oh no Rei's gonna Die! Haru needs to save him :D
Aug 8, 2013 4:01 AM
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No, megane-kun!
Aug 8, 2013 4:31 AM

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I could drop Free! right now and I wouldn't miss a thing....but...why would I? They're all so adorable and Makoto is so nice to everyone :3
Wonder what happend to him in the past..
Aug 8, 2013 4:45 AM

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Nagisa is so cute :3 but uhhh cliffhangers T_T waiting for the next ep is going to be hell
Aug 8, 2013 5:00 AM

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Most beautiful nail I've seen in anime :P


Damn that cliffhanger :|

Aug 8, 2013 6:07 AM

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I like how the haters and the droppers keep coming back.
Can't free yourselves from Free! and it feels so good.

We're on the winning team baby.


i think i love you just for saying that.
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Aug 8, 2013 6:11 AM

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Very good episode, given it was a beach episode I was worried it would be just fan service, but that cliffhanger at the end.

Be interesting to find out what happened Makoto in the past given everyone's concern for him with the ocean...
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Aug 8, 2013 7:03 AM

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Damn you, cliffhanger!!! Rei, what were you thinking? The weakest swimmer should not be going out alone at night to practice. Next week can't get here fast enough.

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Aug 8, 2013 8:44 AM

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wow. I missed this show so much.. it's like I've waited for one month for this episode XD
And the ED song.. I like it more now than before..

oh no.. what will happen to makoto and rei now..
but.. the sky was very clear and then it rained? o.o
Aug 8, 2013 9:11 AM
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Ep 5 is really good. It actually gave a new arc for a next episode. I love the cliffhanger too which is really affected me. I wonder what really happened to Makoto in the past but I guess the pet goldfish has a part of it? Hahaha
Aug 8, 2013 10:45 AM

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Woah woah woaahhhh!! This episode was actually extremely good! Stupid cliffhanger. >:(
Aug 8, 2013 11:15 AM

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What. What. Something serious happened in Free!, what is this. Now I'm kinda interested to see what happens...
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