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| Man, he revealed his identity to kikoru. His timing was perfect. One Punch Man returns😆. He pleading for keeping his identity secret to shinomiya was hilarious 🤣 That another Kaiju, man he's so creepy & he works at Kafka's workplace😰. I hope he(Kafka) becomes an officer soon so that he could talk to Mina-San with pride.  |
Ricky16May 4, 7:43 AM
| Good, now that the drones are gone, Kafka can deal with that trash. Leno assures Kafka that he'll support him, and Kafka asks Leno to carry him. Despite garnering some odd looks and laughs, they decide to pursue Kikoru and offer assistance. However, no one can keep pace with Kikoru, who effortlessly dispatches every Yoju before confronting the Honju. Strategically, she tosses a grenade behind the Honju, causing it to open its mouth, then swiftly shoots it, dealing a fatal blow. With the exam declared over, Kafka is irritated that she managed to finish it in record time. Good stuff. I hope Shinomiya gets a reality check. Looks like they're setting up a rivalry between them. Anyway, they'll probably just say Shinomiya took out all the monsters, right? That's the only explanation I can think of for how they'll explain this to the squad. I'm guessing Kafka's kaiju parasite was supposed to take control of his body like this new one did, but it somehow failed? It's going to be tough for him to reveal his hidden identity now, with this new kaiju in disguise causing trust issues between humans and human-kaiju hybrids. This is around where the first volume ended iirc, which is where I dropped/put on-hold the manga, so it's all new things for me from here on. Phenomenal episode. I.G. really nailed it. Now, the plot thickens... It's only logical that since Kafka's THE Kaiju No.8, there'd be a Kaiju No.9. |
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| "Eat my dust". Kikoru just never changes. We finally got to see of her past and childhood. Seems she was lonely and was trying to live up to his father's expectations. But seriously, her father really tried to push her to be stronger than anything else... Also, she finds out about Kafka in his kajiu form. Reaction was priceless. Tbh, I think this episode gave us a better look at Kikoru's character beyond just an arrogant girl in the squad. Kafka had to get his hands dirty in that fight but I'm impressed what he delivered. One of the best punches he's delivered yet imo. I wish Kafka and Mina got more screen time besides those few seconds but I get that he also wants to prove himself first. |
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| Sure, after making a fool of himself.. very badly at that, this main guy still had the audacity to act as if nothing happened. Leaving him and his sorry state aside, being the same basic, this series again showed just how much of a prodigy Kikoru is… like how they been doing since her first appearance. Though it was something else to see when the main bad guy of this series just came and tossed her aside like trash… … didn’t feel sorry for her too, for obvious reasons. And hey that backstory, “nEeD tO gEt vALiDAtIoN”, is so fucking repetitive in anime that it doesn’t evoke any feelings at all. That being that though, Kafka’s heroic entry happened and hey, though it did seem cool, but they kind of ruined it with their unfunny humour again. Can’t see them moving away from this sigh. Now Kikoru knows that Peter Parker is spiderman. Of course she’d not tell. Action was good, but yeah that’s been selling this series anyways. Most importantly, we got the main bad guy this episode, and he's here to stay. |
Softhenic03May 4, 7:33 AM
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| So yeah I'm glad the live today on twitter/x have subs. Kafka-kun is so cool and funny in the episode. Looking forward next week again. |
| Oppai check! 111 cm: Hancock 110 cm: Zoro 100 cm: Robin |
| Ok good, the Twitter livestream had subtitles this week lol. Kikoru continued showing off her impressive skills on the battlefield (side note, why am I not surprised she got daddy issues lmao) but it couldn't hold up when another intelligent Kaiju showed up to revive the ones that had been killed. As expected, Kafka pulled out the transformation to take care of business, revealing his identity to Kikoru in the process. That was hype not gonna lie, I'm really fucking with this anime more and starting to understand the appeal. Still not a big fan of the sudden tone shifts after a serious moment though. And what a cliffhanger, showing that the intelligent Kaiju that brought the dead ones back to life is hiding in plain sight as part of the clean up crew. |
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| I watched episode 4 raw since the CR smart TV app is very buggy for premieres, sometimes. Kikoru's father has pushed her to achieve perfection. despite showing her prowess in the test, she's met her match. With Kafka rescuing her (returning the favour), she now knows his Kaiju form. The rescue at least does not go unnoticed and Kafka and Reno move one step closer for their efforts. Given we already know the combat suits are made from Kaiju muscle, and the way Kafka looks when he is half-transformed, I think he could pass off his Kaiju No. 8 form as just himself wearing a really advanced combat suit. |
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| With 0.01% emerged from his Kaiju fighting spirit, Kafka rejoins the fight with Ichikawa...piggybacking the 32-year-old on his shoulders and facing the numerous Yoju beasts, which Kikoru easily takes down the Honju head honcho effortlessly. But what they did not expect to find was a Yoju, a rather intelligent one, still alive and in clear shot of Kikoru, though this Yoju is exactly like what both Kafka and Ichikawa had seen before, leading to Mina and the Defense Force being activated. In the meantime, Kikoru fighting back, because she's been wired that way from her strict father to be the best and perfect, and the Honju has evolved into a true Kaiju state. This is where Kafka comes into clutch transforming into his Kaiju self, for a fortitude level that's higher than the Honju. And all that fortitude with in the One Punch man style, Kafka has indeed saved her, though their presence is quickly erased ASAP to avoid detection as a Kaiju, at least for Kafka, who gets a commendation from Mina herself for saving her. But his time to her is not now, until he joins the Defense Force for real. The Kaiju are out for blood, and one of them's distinguished together with the Monster sweeper group that both Kafka and Ichikawa were once in. This brings a new formula for the future, and I'm here for it. |
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| Hoshina getting the lols out of Kafka and Leno, just pass them as comic relief lol. The guy's really sharp though, already making the right connections. Will he find out? We'll see. Loving Kaiju 8 animations as usual and Kikoru found out already. That's two people so far. 9 is here! There's a kaiju roaming around as a human, scary. He's also plotting something, nothing good ofc. Mina came to visit Kafka but none of them talked to each other, oh well. |
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| A very standard, predictable episode again which was underwhelming to watch. From Kikoru's backstory, to Kafka protecting her by transforming in an environment that could easily have exposed him to various others, all were safe and as expected without thinking hard with the direction of the story. Kikoru got distracted and underestimated her opposition and did not account for unexpected twists and making sure everything was clear, which showcased her inexperience in her real approach in the battlefield. The transformation was fine but sadly, the dimming made it feel a lot less impactful. Can't blame the anime staff for this since it must be regulations for these broadcasts for safety purposes but the episode outside the transformation didn't look great to me, particularly with the character models. Production I.G are one of my favorite studios and most of their anime tend to look really good to great but this is on the lesser impressive side of works they have done so far to be honest since like the latest Haikyuu season. |
| kafkas fortitude level is 9.8 and fortitude means level of courage so he is very brave that maybe why the kaiju parasite choose him kikoru now knows the secret of kafka but that smart kaiju is big trouble and it can disguise as human |
| There's another Kaiju in the sweepers, this is getting interesting. |
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| It was only a matter of time before something went wrong during the training session and the kaiju started to come back to life. The not so perfect Shinomiya gets beaten up real badly due to her carelessness. We learned that Shinomiya's motivation was to get her father's affection which she never received, so its clear that Kikoru has some serious daddy issues. Kafka transformed and saved Kikoru by killing the Honju in one hit. Now she owes Kafka for saving her by keeping his secret while everyone else assumes that Kikoru killed all the monsters. Turns out that the one who revived the Kaiju is also impersonating as a human in the monster cleanup crew. |
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| If someone had any doubt before then after this episode it is obvious that this series is gonna be generic shounen but that doesn't mean it is bad and the hype moment can still be entertaining but the series has to ruin it again and again by using those cringe Kafka comedy. |
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| Kafka's punch is giving All Might a run for his money. I knew this episode was going to make up for the last one and boy did it do that. Kafka reminds me a lot of Zenitsu but without being too annoying. He has his comedic value where he's scared and acts weak but then proceeds to do the most badass thing possible. |
| The way he started panicking after the Kaiju was coming back to life 🤣🤣 |
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| Lmao. Kafka and Ichikawa's team-up failed so hard that it was kinda embarrassing. Of course shit went wrong. They should've used robots instead of live kaijus for this exam. They got way too cocky. Glad Kafka got to show off in front of Shinomiya even tho it was kinda cliche. Shinomiya also has daddy issues. Figures. Woah. There are other kaijus like Kafka? But I guess that's not completely correct. Kafka is a human who can transform into a kaiju while that intelligent kaiju seems like it can turn into a human. I wonder if this is a situation similar to Parasyte. Can't wait for the next episode. The cliffhangers are killing me. |
Definitely want to see these two interact more in the future, it got that set up for siblings dynamics going on. |
| Kikoru's dad has to be the final boss of Asian parents, damn Kafka being a total goofball and One Punch Kaiju in the same breath is something I'm probably never gonna get tired of, and Ichikawa is a true homie. |
| another amazing episode this anime has been pretty good so far cant wait for more |
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| 100/10 Just fucking perfect episode holy shit, i came |
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| Of course in the exam that the MC is in, will appear some special kaiju that can revive and evolve other kaijus. Min-max, can transform in a strong creature, but cant regen himself. |
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| finally what I've been waiting for, kafka showing off his kaiju powers. I'm waiting for him to be forced to reveal his identity and for everyone to know. Of course this episode is cool and hilarious from past episodes, hopefully in the future the epic and cool scenes in the manga can be presented well in the anime.  |
| The way my eye bursted out of my head when he was fighting that big monster dude. Guys this anime is amazing!! And that ending, a kaiju disguised as a human?!?!? WOAH!!! This just keeps getting better. I might just buy the mangas I can’t wait for next week |
| Banger Kaiju episode again. I was moved. Kikoru was so badass during the first half. Speed ran the exam and showed again the gap in quality between she and every one else. That is.. until we got a crazy twist with an intelligent talking Kaiju showing up out of nowhere. Figured things were going too well, but damn didn’t expect it to escalate like that. “I have to be perfect” *proceeds to go splat* 😭 good thing Kafka was in this exam because the casualties would’ve been through the roof. They cooked with his fight scenes. Sweet moment with he and Kikoru as well, since it’s shonen I wouldn’t be surprised to see her fall for him now/use him as motivation to get stronger. I ship it.. we know he ranks as one of the strongest Kaiju ever as well which is dope The big question we’re left with is who tf is the shapeshifting Kaiju and what’s his goal. Best episode yet for sure |
Marinate1016May 4, 10:36 AM
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| I get magical girl vibes from this series seeing as the humanoid Kaiju are being chosen by foreign entities, and either taking the hero or villain approach with their powers while hiding their identity. It's just a matter of which side the individual wishes to protect. If a third one arrives, it'll ruin the balance. On another note, I couldn't help but notice the many differences from the source material. At least it was for the better. I feel like some situations were forced, but the anime did well explaining what initially wasn't and omitting what could be a potential plot whole. Seems like reading and watching back to back has its perks, but the anime makes the corrections where they're needed. I don't believe reading ahead will do much good if there's only more corrections to be made. I'll enjoy it at the pace it's going for now. |
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| Haha i like how Kikoru get humbled as fast as she finish the exam with her solo action. Kafka as expected still funny asf, but those vice captain truly become an even funnier with his reaction and when its needed serious mode can be happening as well. Tho since the plot needs them to fail detecting Kafka, its doesn't matter anymore. Kafka remains being Kaijuu number 8. But more importantly, damn those humanoid kaijuu is scary asf by how he transforming into those poor guy from the cleaning company. Well i thought he might be like Kafka case. But considering those end scene, and how its confuse with human matters, perhaps that's exactly the opposite case of Kafka. Let's see what else they serve next.... |
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Reply to Rexnihilo
So yeah our Protagonist is pretty f'ing strong. I'm pretty sure the rating only goes up to 10 so he's a 9.8 out of 10. Also how did they not detect the other human kaiju monster whatever. That thing must be pretty strong too but no one detected it. Anyways the blond girl got saved, we learned a bit more about her, who her dad is etc and that her dad is Asian Parent #9087 that wants the perfect child. Of course her moms dead too. No anime mom are safe.
Also since he's Kaiju #8 that means there has been at least 7 kaiju on a similar level before. Probably going to be more too. At least a number 9 with the human transforming Kaiju this episode. It seems they're the opposite instead of a human transforming to a Kaiju they're a kaiju transforming to a human.
Also since he's Kaiju #8 that means there has been at least 7 kaiju on a similar level before. Probably going to be more too. At least a number 9 with the human transforming Kaiju this episode. It seems they're the opposite instead of a human transforming to a Kaiju they're a kaiju transforming to a human.
| @Rexnihilo I have the opposite opinion of a Kaiju transforming into a human unless it can transform into things other than a human. Our MC wasn't initially a Kaiju, so I don't see how the new character is any different. It's not impossible for a human to take the side of the Kaiju. For one, it's possible he can communicate with the Kaiju while the MC can't. On the other hand, maybe he just hates his job and there'd be less to cleanup if the Kaiju corpses weren't the aftermath of every battle. As for the Kaiju detection, it's all about the output of power being exerted. Bullet size projectiles aren't going to cut it. The one punch the MC exerted was just record breaking. It's only a matter of time before we see "OFF THE CHARTS" if they ever go head to head. |
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| Another great ep!!!! And what exactly Kaiju No.9 is? It's getting more interesting I'm so in!!!! |
| This was very well done! Loved every second of it!!!! |
| “Do what feels right in your heart. You will be criticized either way.” (Eleanor Roosevelt) |
| Good episode. This show isn't super original but I still enjoy it. I'm praying Kiriou doesn't have daddy issues. Let's avoid some pitfalls if we can. I do like the reveal at the end of the smart Kaiju though. |
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Reply to animejas
A very standard, predictable episode again which was underwhelming to watch. From Kikoru's backstory, to Kafka protecting her by transforming in an environment that could easily have exposed him to various others, all were safe and as expected without thinking hard with the direction of the story. Kikoru got distracted and underestimated her opposition and did not account for unexpected twists and making sure everything was clear, which showcased her inexperience in her real approach in the battlefield. The transformation was fine but sadly, the dimming made it feel a lot less impactful. Can't blame the anime staff for this since it must be regulations for these broadcasts for safety purposes but the episode outside the transformation didn't look great to me, particularly with the character models. Production I.G are one of my favorite studios and most of their anime tend to look really good to great but this is on the lesser impressive side of works they have done so far to be honest since like the latest Haikyuu season.
| @animejas It's executing within the realm of what it wants to be. I do agree the show is playing it safe. I do enjoy having an older MC for once. It has done a great job of making us root for him. |
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