Summer Pockets Episode 6 Discussion

I'm not gonna lie but, I teared up. I wasn't expecting this episode to hit me in the feels. That kiss scene was perfect, you can't top that. Kamome's mom is such a good mom, she's amazing. Still surviving without Kamome. That doesn't apply to me though. I'm gonna miss Kamome so much. If this episode already made me cry, then I don't know what else is there to come. Umi arc next?

5 out of freaking 5. Best episode up until now. I'll miss you, Kamome. :(

One of these, you think? Alternative timelines rather than alternative realities.

This definitely felt like a classic Key/Visualarts moment with how the episode played out and it still knows how to deliver an emotional punch or two if needed.

Knowing the full story about Kamome was really sad and I do feel for her mother considering how she lost her husband and that her daughter is in a deep, eternal sleep. The kiss that both Hairi and Kamome shared was rather special to watch, both for how beautiful this scene played out, but for how emotional it got as well. The soundtrack in particular was excellent, with some of the piano pieces knowing how to deliver a strong impact that elevates the scenes more.

I do respect Hairi for going out of his way to make Kamome's wish come true with how he got so many people to visit the ship with how many letters he wrote out. While the pacing did feel a little on the quick end, this arc did end on a strong note.

However, it does leave me with a few questions, where the most important one is regarding Umi and how after mentioning "Summer's ending again.", she disappears. Considering how this episode played around with illusions and ghost spirits, it does make me wonder if Umi is the same in that regard. Hopefully the series will answer that question of mine later down the line.

Question? is she alive in the end? Was that the real?

I expected for all story in only one summer, but, time loop still here, good adaptation

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I hope many enjoyed the Kamome route! It's definitely my second favorite among the main four cast members. Tsumugi is my favorite, who I assume is next. I'm very excited to see how they adapt hers!!!

Question? is she alive in the end? Was that the real?

The start almost gave me a heart attack. Seeing my Kamome vanish was really painful, but I hoped for an ending where she'd return. I doubt that's going to happen now. I'd even be satisfied with seeing her only for a moment in the future episodes. Why does this always happen with the girl we love and root for? 😭

We also learned about Kamome, her story, and her struggles from her mother—she's such a good mother—and then some other things from Kamome herself. What is up with this show? Wasn't it supposed to be a "Slice of Life"? So why are there these mysterious supernatural events happening? My dear Kamome, how will I live without you and the fanservice you provide 😭.



Finally, the kiss scene—Hairi revealed his feelings for Kamome to her mother, saying he was certain that he loved her.

It was funny when the cute little Umi caught Hairi with the panties, but her expression showed sadness. And now you're telling me I won't be able to see her anymore? Nah, I can't take any more losses. And what was up with Umi—why did she disappear?

so....... this is just Angel Beats without the fighting?

i'm a little perplexed, who were the huge crowd visiting the ship supposed to be in relation to the comatose/dead girl? fans of her mother's publication? also how come nobody could remember her or the MC until revealed and explained by the narrative? isn't that just a little too convenient? also why are they making her existence ambiguous now that they revealed she "wasn't there" when she certainly existed not an few episodes ago interacting with the islands inhabitants and now suddenly only he can confirm her being? although barely acceptable i feel like this holiday spirit/Christmas magic plot hole/line doesn't really fit well within anime in general, but i can keep that to myself i guess.

This kinda just feels like a bootleg Anohana

I have been undead for centuries.

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Umi? Yes you'll see her again next episode. Kamome?





I was wondering if this was going to do something similar to Little Buster's adaptation but now we know. Oh no I'm actually going to have to finish reading Pockets route before we reach it in a few months time...

Honestly a neat and tightly written arc despite cramming half the arc into one episode. I'm glad that it managed to adapt the heartwarming parts like the letters. Not the arc where Hairi shines the most but a really solid introduction.

@P4UL_R No I completely agree and I was beginning to think that it might just be me because everyone else seems to really love this episode.

To briefly summarize what my criticisms are: I am someone who absolutely loved the first 4 episodes because they had a calm, heartfelt slice of life vibe that was done very well. Episode 5 personally felt a bit weaker but still okay, I was more than happy to overlook it if it meant letting the anime tell us the story that way it wants to. But I have to be honest, this episode which apparently wraps up the Kamome Arc just didn't land for me at all. I don't know what exactly is the problem but it personally felt somewhat rushed, emotionally flat, and everything became too confusing. I understand that this approach might have been intentional but I guess I just didn't like the way it was done.

And I know that this is just me but i definitely felt like this whole pirate ship subplot came off as a bit random instead of actually being symbolic or meaningful. I couldn't get into it because the emotional beats felt a bit too sudden and unearned and there wasn't enough time for me to really connect before I was supposed to feel sad.

Another thing that did not work for me was that this whole treasure hunt plotline blurred the line between imagination and reality without giving enough context or explanation so I was also finding it difficult to figure out what was actually happening or why it mattered emotionally. It straight up introduced fantastical elements but I would have preferred it if those elements had been grounded first so that the 'emotional' payoff would feel more impactful because right now I know I am expected to feel sad but I just can't feel it.

Maybe this arc hits harder in the visual novel since you would generally have way more time to explore the inner world of Kamome but I guess despite the best efforts of the studio adapting it, the sudden emotional conclusion to this arc came off as a bit forced and tonally messy. I am not dropping it yet though, and I hope the future arcs are better.

i'm a little perplexed, who were the huge crowd visiting the ship supposed to be in relation to the comatose/dead girl? fans of her mother's publication? also how come nobody could remember her or the MC until revealed and explained by the narrative? isn't that just a little too convenient? also why are they making her existence ambiguous now that they revealed she "wasn't there" when she certainly existed not an few episodes ago interacting with the islands inhabitants and now suddenly only he can confirm her being? although barely acceptable i feel like this holiday spirit/Christmas magic plot hole/line doesn't really fit well within anime in general, but i can keep that to myself i guess.

I have mixed feelings over this episode as it left a lot of unanswered questions, a big one being if Kamome was a ghost or something because I believe her mom said that she was in a coma in another place so was Hairi interacting with a ghost or something? He was able to touch her so... maybe not a ghost but some sort of supernatural being or something. Also, I think Hairi realized that he had gone with Kamome to that same ship when they were both small but he didn't seem to react much to that realization, I figured he would've been excited or something at least.

Also, about Umi, why did she not tell Hairi that she would be leaving soon? She seemed a bit upset so I wonder if Hairi did something to upset her like not spending time with her (or maybe it was the panties he was holding from the suitcase lol). Anyway, I'm not sure if any of these questions will be answered but now I wonder if the other girls will end up being supernatural beings too.

I played the VN, I knew what was coming, I should be ready
And yet I cried
Kamome....

Bruh I’m so confused so did what happen with them going on a adventure when they were younger really happen or was that just part of the story from the book and how tf was kamome there and also where tf did the lil girl disappear to at the end?