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Nov 28, 2013 1:46 PM
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Sorry about this simple question but why do they want to kill Akkey axactly? I mean, hes their friend is he not? But everyone wants to kill him suddenly in this episode...
Nov 28, 2013 1:56 PM

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It seems Akkey is strongly connected to that "Beyond the Boundary/Kyoukai no Kanata" thing. No wonder his youmu form is such a badass. Someone wants to get rid of him. > Still can't figure out if Izumi is really bad or is it because of something else that she acts the way she does.
Mirai attacks Akihito and... a cliffhanger. Even after the preview, I still hope he didn't die.


Nov 28, 2013 2:03 PM
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i'm kind of in the middle here. i'm sad akkey's dead but i don't want them to pull some stupid bullshit and revive him without a real explanation.

if there is actual reasoning then i guess i wouldn't mind as much.
The end is nigh

Nov 28, 2013 2:22 PM

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The fighting in this episode was done quite well. It is quite sad to see Kuriyama having to kill Akihito.
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Nov 28, 2013 2:43 PM

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Akihitos vivre card :D
Nov 28, 2013 3:25 PM

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Ofc,Akihito has glasses in his closet instead of porn mags.

Mirai the only one who can kill Akihito.

Izumi manipulating Mirai into killing Akihito.He's human side was weakened cause she used a barrier on him.

Akihito is half the "Kyoukai no Kanata's" vessel.

Dat fight at the end was pretty intense,very well animated and awesome to see.Ofc,it has to stop as Akihito is about to get stabbed,for dramatic cliffhanger ending.

Pv implying Akihito died which I find really hard to believe,but if he is I doubt he'll stay that way.Also fanservice/swimsuits in winter really?
Nov 28, 2013 3:36 PM
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Well...shit.

That made things even more interesting and suspenseful than it's already been. In a good way, of course.
Nov 28, 2013 4:42 PM
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He 'kicks the bucket' and it's a two week time skip? Half-youmus are so rare I really hope theres a catch and he gets revived somehow...
Nov 28, 2013 4:56 PM
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VanishingKira said:
Ofc,Akihito has glasses in his closet instead of porn mags.

Mirai the only one who can kill Akihito.

Izumi manipulating Mirai into killing Akihito.He's human side was weakened cause she used a barrier on him.

Akihito is half the "Kyoukai no Kanata's" vessel.

Dat fight at the end was pretty intense,very well animated and awesome to see.Ofc,it has to stop as Akihito is about to get stabbed,for dramatic cliffhanger ending.

Pv implying Akihito died which I find really hard to believe,but if he is I doubt he'll stay that way.Also fanservice/swimsuits in winter really?


If Akihito is half of kyokai no kanata's vessel so his father is the kyokai no kanata itself?
I still doubt many things that still missing.

Wondering who is the old person that always meet Izumi in the cave?
Why Akihito's mother can married a youmu? Did Spirit Hunter Association or Nase oppose it?

And from the first episode, Mirai planed to kill Akihito but she can't do it because he is immortal.
Perhaps Izumi ordered her to kill him, after she saved her from Inami's family that decided to kill her.
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He will live for sure.I don't know how, but im sure he will.
Also, Akkey's room made me lol.Instead of shady magazines he's got room full of glasses xD

The question is, why the hell does Mirai ''want'' to kill him so much? normally i would see her hesitate before stabbing him or anything, but now shes like ''i need to do it!', and i don't believe that the only reason is that Akkey will stay as youmu later on if she doesnt kill him now.Something is off imo.
Anyways, it was an great episode.Can't wait to see whats next.
Nov 28, 2013 5:14 PM

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Interesting episode. Looking forward to the conclusion of the series ...


Nov 28, 2013 6:18 PM

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honestly, i doubt that akihito will die. Maybe they'll spend an episode or two without him, acting as if he "died" but then he'll probably miraculously show up. Plus he's the main character. Unless the kyoto animation is trying to get a bad reputation, they won't kill the main character. Have you watched kokoro connect? Iori nearly dies, but she doesn't. I think mirai might actually stab him, and then maybe someone random like Izumi will say that he's dead and stuff but seriously, theres 4 more episodes in the anime, they're not gonna kill him off with 1/4 of the anime left. And also, i personally love akihito, and pray he doesn't die
Nov 28, 2013 7:20 PM

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OMG Akihito!!!!!!!!!!!! T__________T The ending song does have a meaning. " I never want to say goodbye" He must be alive TwT
Nov 28, 2013 7:24 PM
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Hey, this pacing is way too fast lol.

To be honest, this episode truly does explain the paradox Mirai had for entire 8 episodes of the series. Even if it is too obvious and forced, I have to admit that 'story' itself of this is ok.

However, this episode also confirms how bad script of this series has been. After completely unnecessary 2 episodes - they decide to cover it with extremely fast paced single episode - which could've been more perfect. To be honest, through this entire 8 episode, Mirai DESERVED to be disliked due to her character development and unmatching concept, even though they at least explain it in this episode, doesn't change the fact all the bad directions and script causing Mirai's paradox bigger than it should've been.

The problem this series is having on story regardless of its quality is just like what Gargantia suffered - lack of explanation. Gargantia's fillers however, actually was flowing with the theme of the series and used those to develop background concept.
Nov 28, 2013 7:51 PM

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I don't like Izumi manipulating things behind..

RIP Akihito.
Nov 28, 2013 9:19 PM

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Wow. He is the source of the "Beyond the Boundary". My goodness. If he is killed like mentioned in the preview... I wonder if the powers of the youmu would bring him back to life?

It was really sad seeing Mirai cry while in the midst of killing Akki.
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Nov 28, 2013 9:38 PM

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I find it funny that so many people keep saying "KyoAni won't do it because they risk sales", when this is based off of light novels, and I doubt they'll change the entire plot just for sales. Lots of the most popular animes have the main character die near the end. I mean, I don't know what happens in the novels, and I don't really think he's going to die... but this really isn't KyoAni's series, so what happens isn't their say.
Nov 28, 2013 9:57 PM

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Akihito is the vessel of Kyoukai no Kanata (Beyond the Boundary). It's extremely powerful and is said to have been formed from humanity's collected hate and corruption. It is also said to be the source of war, disease and natural disasters and thus has the potential to ruin the world if left unchecked. Figures why everybody wants to kill him.
Nov 29, 2013 2:35 AM

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RIP Akihito.
Nov 29, 2013 2:46 AM

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Always-Hungry said:
RIP Akihito.


Nooooo. T_T
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Nov 29, 2013 2:57 AM
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but did you guys see the episode 10 promo? mirai said that akihito 'kicked the bucket" but i don't believe it.. i think she only thinks she killed him, but in fact she hasn't, and akihito is lonely, disappointed with himself, full of regret, so he decides to hide somewhere... idk i don't believe she'll actually manage to kill him
Nov 29, 2013 3:41 AM
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Minor thing but anyone else notice that the glasses Akihito labelled for Mirai's birthday looks surprising like that new pair she's wearing in the preview? I thought that was pretty sweet and wistful.

EDIT: Also with ^that in mind, I've got my money on the fact that Akkey is in fact gonna "kick the bucket" so to speak, at least temporarily.
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Omoshiroi.
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Nov 29, 2013 4:29 AM

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MOTHER OF CLIFFHANGERS. One of the better episodes thus far. This is growing on me, probably a bit late for that though, never really been sure about the pacing.
Nov 29, 2013 4:47 AM

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I feel bad for Kuriyama
Nov 29, 2013 8:37 AM

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Omg I hope she did not killed him, the anime will lose all the fun if Akihito die, but that is very impossible... I hope.
Nov 29, 2013 10:32 AM
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That ending reminded me instantly of Garei Zero.

FEEEEELSS, MAN! FEEEEELS! D:
Nov 29, 2013 10:42 AM

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For a second, I feel Aizen in this series.
Nov 29, 2013 2:10 PM

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The first quarter was really grand and spectacular with the change of scenes and action
A lot of quality and seriousness here overall

Preview is kind of sad
Nov 29, 2013 2:25 PM

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Pff facepalmed at Kuriyamas stupidity, I mean normally you wouldn't trust a random (well, she doesn't know her other than for being her friends sister and stuff (I think)) person with stuff like that? And if she actually kills Akihito... tables will be flipped.

Mirai knows her! She is the responsible for that area Spirit Hunters. At episode 5 She takes away Mirai license for a month, because she attacked the Hollow Shadow.
Nov 29, 2013 2:47 PM
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The shower scene and ending got my heart thumping and eyes kind of watery, and I am not an emotional person. I feel so much pity for Mirai! Then that preview had me face palming. Akihito kicked the bucket, and everything seems calm!

Truthfully, I wouldn't mind Akihito dying at all, because if he lives through this, it'll take out whatever emotion I put into this episode. It'll be a bold move, and I wonder how they'll make it through the remaining three episodes without him.

Can't wait for next week!
Nov 29, 2013 4:03 PM

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Yep, this was a good episode.
I didn't really care about Akihito but damn, the last scene was awesome. DAT CLIFFHANGER.
Nov 29, 2013 7:21 PM

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HalibelTheEspada said:
I find it funny that so many people keep saying "KyoAni won't do it because they risk sales", when this is based off of light novels, and I doubt they'll change the entire plot just for sales. Lots of the most popular animes have the main character die near the end. I mean, I don't know what happens in the novels, and I don't really think he's going to die... but this really isn't KyoAni's series, so what happens isn't their say.


KnK Anime is almost completely original. Only the first 3 episodes + hollow shadow arc was from the LN's. Everything else is written just for the anime because there wasn't enough material to fill up an entire season.
Nov 29, 2013 7:42 PM

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Is Akihito "Beyond the Boundary?" When Beyond the Boundary is mentioned, it's discussed as if it's a person, and not an event or a thing. I hope Mirai fails to kill him and he opens up a can of whoop ass on all those that want him dead.

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Nov 29, 2013 8:27 PM
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I'm sorry I missed out too much things, please enlighten me.
1. What's with that vivre card? (You know, the one Kuriyama-san used to find Akihito)
2. What is 'kyoukai no kanata' supposed to mean? How come it's inside Akihito's body?
Nov 29, 2013 9:48 PM
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CyanElekid said:
Pff facepalmed at Kuriyamas stupidity, I mean normally you wouldn't trust a random (well, she doesn't know her other than for being her friends sister and stuff (I think)) person with stuff like that? And if she actually kills Akihito... tables will be flipped.

Mirai knows her! She is the responsible for that area Spirit Hunters. At episode 5 She takes away Mirai license for a month, because she attacked the Hollow Shadow.


The montage during Hiromi's investigation shows Izumi and Mirai on the school rooftop. I'm assuming this scene takes place right before the beginning of the anime since Hiromi mentions during his call about how killing Akihito was their plan from the start. This is why Mirai just moved into town.

I'm not sure about this part, but the first person view of Mirai taking her glasses off before the final attack makes it seem like her vision is actually alright and not in any need of correction. Izumi opening Akihito's cabinet during their search of his room and having her reflection on one of the glasses implies that this might also just be part of her plan to lure Akihito.
Nov 30, 2013 2:36 AM

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So everyone is getting some action now :D Hiroomi and Mitsuki's battles aren't as good as Izumi but thats to be expected :D

But man Akihito's form is more badass than Izumi :) most like Akihito will come back to live as a human in the next episode, there 's only 13 episodes so they would definitely want to wrap this fast.
Nov 30, 2013 6:40 AM

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hm.... i don't like where this is going... -_-
Nov 30, 2013 7:47 AM
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0/10 episode 0/10 show
why the fuck did i force myself to watch this crap for so long
Nov 30, 2013 8:58 AM

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i always love the song transitions at the end


and still waiting patiently for a 3rd season of Spice & Wolf :'|
Nov 30, 2013 10:57 AM

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Izumi owns again! Am I the only one who doesn't really care about Akihito and Mirai? So all the tension, drama and "feels" meant nothing for me :P
Nov 30, 2013 12:37 PM
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Unbelievable. From start to finish everything was suspense and action, to give an intriguing end where Mirai possibly killed Akkey, woah.

LOL, Akihito has 135 albums of girls with glasses.
Nov 30, 2013 6:01 PM

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Not really understanding the guy who ragequit, but w/e. I'm enjoying the hell outta this show, but will flip tables if Aki is truly dead. Next episode better be the last episode if so because I can't really see where the hell this series will go without him, especially with it not being two cour. The PV does heavily hint that yes, they just killed him off, but I can totally see a troll as well.
Nov 30, 2013 6:43 PM

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I think only the youma part of Akihito will die, and in the end what izumi-san did to him was for save the human part of him ^^
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Nov 30, 2013 6:54 PM
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Akihito better not die. Personally I don't like Kuriyama very much so Akkey makes the show.
Well actually, Akkey, Hiroomi, and Mitsuki make the show for me. Oh and the wonderful art. And the fighting. Yeaaa... I actually like this show a lot. Nevermind. But Akkey better not die!
Nov 30, 2013 7:04 PM

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:^(
dang
Nov 30, 2013 8:49 PM

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damn what an episode..
that guy get the stone and
kuriyama gonna kill akkey? :OOO :'
Nov 30, 2013 9:04 PM

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can't say the plot of this show is great but i love the animation <3

that end scene with that ED! dat cliffhanger

Nov 30, 2013 11:23 PM

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Aquarius215 said:
Well...shit.

That made things even more interesting and suspenseful than it's already been. In a good way, of course.


Yupp. Nice to see this show getting darker.
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Nov 30, 2013 11:28 PM

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anonimkun said:
I'm sorry I missed out too much things, please enlighten me.
1. What's with that vivre card? (You know, the one Kuriyama-san used to find Akihito)
2. What is 'kyoukai no kanata' supposed to mean? How come it's inside Akihito's body?





1. No idea
2.Knk is a youmu, but it turns out what they were seeing is not the whole youmu. The other part is in Akkey. He's basically a vessel. How? We don't know yet.
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