The Eminence in Shadow (light novel)
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| "John Smith" in a nutshell. Obviously, we know who he is but then again, this show wanted to give our main character a makeover. It was a balanced episode imo with some silly moments but also the usual tense action. Glad to see that Alpha is still a badass this season and hasn't lost her touch. She truly is someone to be feared when she's focused. |
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| I agree that it was a right choice to send Delta after John Smith, after we know what happened with Rose and her gang, and one might even think it’d be quite a spectacle when Delta and John would go one on one, and to be honest it was too… but I feel bad for that train lol, as I mean the moment mister super elite agent came near Delta to deal his finishing blow, we in all honesty had the inevitable… … Delta identified that it was Shadow lol. Truly the best pet around:) But to think Shadow managed to convince Delta in the name of sending her on a venture to take down the strongest had me dying lol. He might have to fulfil her one wish later, but that’s fine as the act will still go strong for some time. By the way, they sure did assume pretty easily that Delta might have really kicked the bucket, and I mean we know those strands of hairs from her tail, so… but rest assured, Cid knows she just went to a “much better” place, literally lol. Felt for Alpha, but there’s so much she could do when she doesn’t even have the slightest idea what in the name of 4D chess Cid is playing right now lol. Also, bro didn’t even hesitate when he humbled Alpha there, I mean she and they are your shadow army lol. At least he and Yukime have earned themselves many buckets of gold coins in this mess, and that’s what matters most. By the way, Gettan was a stupid smh. Also, hope Delta doesn't forget her way back to them lol. |
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| Delta best pet fr!!! Even shadow John Smith couldn't hide from her. That said, the Alpha vs JS thing was the best part of this arc. I'm really looking forward to next week's episode as the ending of this arc is quite funny. Overall this was a great episode. |
| I keep hearing Eiko in Alexia I think they meant < instead of * here It's honestly so interesting seeing Shadow Garden fighting Ci- I mean Sha- I mean John Smith From Wikipedia: "Shiva also known as Mahadeva is one of the principal deities of Hinduism" But how did a deity from our world appear here...? Or I guess it's just the author taking inspiration from a real deity in their story and this is not that important. Reminds me of Eren's "If you lose, you die. If you win, you live. If you don't fight, you can't win!" This episode's ED singer: Nu! (I think she already sang the ED in one of the previous episodes?) There is a scene after credits btw! It shows what Delta's been doing lol Great episode |
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| Epic, Tragic, and fantastic? The animation of Delta vs John Smith was EPIC, then we got the usual Delta realising the truth about him by sniffing him. lol I also got to see Alpha trying to beat John Smith, then she also realised his identity as Shadow. I can't believe I get to see Alpha in that state. Where she was so desperate just to be with Shadow. I'm ready to ship them... or I'll probably wait (probably for a long time). and a lot of fun and hilarious things from this episode. I love it! P.S. Alexia's hairstyle was so lovely... >_< |
CrazyButNot4UNov 8, 2023 8:26 AM
| It's not that I dislike this genre but... to add unnecessary fan services to/in/for heroines and ultimately destroys her character and personality; their purity tarnished because of it, is the only thing I hope to not happen to them. For that sole purity is my fan service. |
| So he's been figured out eh? Before John Smith, the next assassin, Delta, appears. Cid's true identity is instantly exposed, but.. meanwhile, in the Shadow Garden, where Delta does not return and mourns, Alpha begins to take direct action. Cid's decision to write his notes in Japanese was really intelligent. Knowing an obscure language from his old world gives him a unique way to record private information in this new fantasy realm. It's interesting to see Alpha experience such a complex range of emotions. Her reactions reflect how deeply she cares about her relationships and values loyalty. |
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| impossible to dislike any scene with delta, and her nose is ahead of the game. that tail wag went crazy, she does have fun. |
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| Delta's just the best, need more of her. Cid has really gone and created a big mess for Shadow Garden, wonder how it'll be resolved. Alpha in shambles too after fighting and realising it was Shadow they were up against. |
MegamiRemNov 15, 2023 4:59 AM
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| As Shadow Garden assimilates what to do with John Smith a.k.a Cid, sending Delta to deal with the unknown combatant might be their best bet to fend him off their business. Sure, Delta instantly exposed Cid, though she acts the same as always even before he was John Smith. Therefore, deciding to keep it a secret even against Alpha is only appropriate, and Cid gives her a mission that overwrites the present one to go to the Lawless City to hunt Juggernaut down while the matter reaches Alpha in dire straits of Delta's assumed leftovers while the counterfeit money business with the Major Corporate Alliance has taken into a whole new level, no thanks to Cid's involvement. The choice to write notes in Japanese, that was clever of Cid whilst in the midst of the business of grieving for Delta's loss, since it gives Shadow Garden a chance to analyze more cryptic text that is commonplace to him. While Cid continues to parade as John Smith, Alpha goes straight for the kill, and also instantly knows that its him that's doing this just to confuse her feelings for the short while into thinking that her loyalty to him hasn't reached the pinnacle compared to when he is Shadow. The counterfeit business is going well against the MCA (and soon to be hit Mitsugoshi), and both John Smith and Yukime has hit strides, though for the latter, the arranged marriage between her and Gettan has borne fruit for the worst for the infighting between both clans of the Greater Wolves and the Spirit Foxes, just for power that he had claimed through the Cult. Yukime is ready for her revenge, but what remains of John Smith? |
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| I legit want a Delta of my own. Cid's dedication to bullshittin needs to be studied, bro was literally freezing to death but noo he just had to keep that damn window open lmao. Counterfeiting, betraying shadow garden, and humbling his own shadows, all of this is happening in the name of pocket change for Cid. |
Kamquat420Nov 8, 2023 8:49 AM
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| It's one thing to play with Delta (and then casually send her to hunt random guy), but another when Alpha identified him. I'm sure she will be fine after seeing his real goal... |
| The scene with Delta was amazing, and Beta thinking she died and gone "somewhere far away" Great adaptation as always |
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| Goat'd episode, loved seeing them interact with john smith |
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| The fact that shadow ended up besting his own elite agents is big news for sure. The fight between Delta and Shadow brief as it was quite impressive. Alpha really is the sharpest of the shadows in both brains and blade. Winter Alexia sure was nice. Being a knight is not only about one's skill with the blade but how its applied as well. The fight between Alpha and Shadow though took the cake for sure though in its intensity. The insight into Yukihime's past was pretty insightful and tragic as well. To say she has a bone to pick with Gettan is a massive understatement. Overall an excellent ep that featured a great balance of action, intrigue and character expansion. Shadow has quite the skill in breaking one's hearts. |
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| Alpha is literally that crying Asagiri meme while Delta on the other hand is fur ball of sunshine and excitement. |
| Best girl in glasses. Your argument is invalid.  |
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| This episode gave us some epic battles between John Smith and two of his most powerful subordinates. Looks like Delta and Alpha recognize Cid well enough that his disguises aren't effective on them up close! This major misunderstanding has clearly caused Alpha some heartache and I think it ties in nicely with the fact that the main villain of this arc was revealed to have destroyed those he wanted to protect as well. The double-crossing doesn't end! |
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| Amazing episode! Really excited to see how things progress from here! |
| This episode had everything! Action, Comedy some romance. This episode was awesome. Shadow hearing that Delta was Killed had me crying! Lol. Trying so hard to dodge the subject. Also him writing the notes was great. Delta is best girl. I like how she knew by the smell John Smith was Shadow. Yo did she kill Juggernaut?!?!? LOL Great episode. |
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| man that story took a sad and dark turn; delta was cute as always |
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Reply to IzanaSolos
So he's been figured out eh?
Before John Smith, the next assassin, Delta, appears. Cid's true identity is instantly exposed, but.. meanwhile, in the Shadow Garden, where Delta does not return and mourns, Alpha begins to take direct action.
Cid's decision to write his notes in Japanese was really intelligent. Knowing an obscure language from his old world gives him a unique way to record private information in this new fantasy realm. It's interesting to see Alpha experience such a complex range of emotions.
Her reactions reflect how deeply she cares about her relationships and values loyalty.
Before John Smith, the next assassin, Delta, appears. Cid's true identity is instantly exposed, but.. meanwhile, in the Shadow Garden, where Delta does not return and mourns, Alpha begins to take direct action.
Cid's decision to write his notes in Japanese was really intelligent. Knowing an obscure language from his old world gives him a unique way to record private information in this new fantasy realm. It's interesting to see Alpha experience such a complex range of emotions.
Her reactions reflect how deeply she cares about her relationships and values loyalty.
| @IzanaSolos he actually referenced five languages, not just japanese but i thought it was more funny that his writing was talking about how cold it was. |
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need to have a convo about that johnsmith x best girl (delta) scene cause goddamn. alpha fight was really good but also sad as we saw how much she cares about him. |
| You made Alpha cry...you monster. I guess technically he made Gamma and Beta cry as well making them think Delta was dead. I guess he's lucky Shadow Garden isn't targeting Yukime as well as John Smith. |
| Poor Alpha What’s with the people talking about Lord Shiva beheaded? Did I miss something in the ep? (other anime website comments) |
| These new fights aren’t matching up to the godly episode 3 vampire fight. 😔 |
| ALPHA VS JOHN SMITH LETS GOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was literally just saying last episode it would be cool to see them fight and right away we get it. Shadow better treat Alpha nicely and reward her after this though as she's having a shit time. She'll obviously be happier though when she learns Delta is fine. I hope we get more John Smith vs Shadow Garden before he reveals himself but probably not. Delta was precious as always. I want her to have more and more screentime. I knew the second Alpha decided to send Delta that Delta would find him out due to his smell. I cant wait to see the result of all this though and how it will benefit Shadow Garden. I'm really curious how Alpha is gonna report this to Shadow Garden. Like "Shadow has forsaken us" or "Shadow has gona rogue". It would be really interesting to see everyones reactions to that information. I really hope we get another season after this. Theres so much to the series and its only growing just like Overlord did. Hopefully it becomes like Overlord which has 4 seasons and an upcoming movie. |
DarknessRealityNov 8, 2023 12:27 PM
| Yuritopia FTW!!!!!!!!! BANZAI TO YURI !!!!!!!!!!!! |
| Shadow messing with his best grils. Trust in the plan! |
 To have you, Id give a billion lives A-Chan best girl |
| Alpha actually loves Cid the most but she suppresses it so much to be a leader. it kind of slipped out this episode. Delta is a one dog army, love her character |
| Will this result in Alpha growing as a character in the end or will it just be resolved and provoke no changes? Maybe Delta completed her mission too premature. |
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