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Feb 6, 2020 5:52 AM

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Both Haruka and Shinobu has their own motive to win. Gosh, it's so hard to root between the two but I think Shinobu will win since the foreshadow of Haruka saying it might be her last queen match. But of course, I expect a very close match. Although I won't like it if they end it with that lucky card thing. Also... I want to see Haruka's smile again.

For Meijin match, Suou is sure be made a villain here, eh? It's easy to choose who to root for here, which is Harada-sensei. I found Suou's gameplay to be quite entertaining to be honest.

Ahh, poor Shinobu. Her only friend Chihaya seems not too devoted to Karuta like she does because of a field trip. It might be unreasonable, but quite understandable from Shinobu's point of view since she never had a Karuta friend before.
Feb 6, 2020 10:11 AM

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YosepRA said:
Ahh, poor Shinobu. Her only friend Chihaya seems not too devoted to Karuta like she does because of a field trip. It might be unreasonable, but quite understandable from Shinobu's point of view since she never had a Karuta friend before.


Just karuta friend? She never had a friend all her life. The next episode will reveal what Shinobu-chan is all about! Everyone should stand up for the Queen that she is.

Also, I actually really, really like Suou-meijin. But I cannot say it out loud because I might be hated for doing that! :P
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Feb 6, 2020 2:04 PM

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shanimebib said:
Just karuta friend? She never had a friend all her life.

Now that you say it, it gets way sadder :(

shanimebib said:
Also, I actually really, really like Suou-meijin. But I cannot say it out loud because I might be hated for doing that! :P

Haha, I know right? He's a very unique character. The hate is there, but you have to admit that his character is hell fun to watch.
Feb 8, 2020 3:08 AM

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Shinobu really felt betrayed there, didn't she? I wonder if she's going to be alright. Also her family is the worst! Using your own daughter like that for your own gain, who does that? No wonder she became the way she is. I hope she realizes there's more to life than just karuta and forgives Chihaya for going on that class trip because Chihaya seems like the only person who genuinely cares for her.

shanimebib said:
Also, I actually really, really like Suou-meijin. But I cannot say it out loud because I might be hated for doing that! :P

Why getting hated for liking someone from a fictional story though? I really don't like Suou-meijin's personality but I'm not that immature to give you shit because of it.
Feb 8, 2020 5:00 AM

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Shinobu really felt betrayed there, didn't she? I wonder if she's going to be alright. Also her family is the worst! Using your own daughter like that for your own gain, who does that? No wonder she became the way she is. I hope she realizes there's more to life than just karuta and forgives Chihaya for going on that class trip because Chihaya seems like the only person who genuinely cares for her.

shanimebib said:
Also, I actually really, really like Suou-meijin. But I cannot say it out loud because I might be hated for doing that! :P

Why getting hated for liking someone from a fictional story though? I really don't like Suou-meijin's personality but I'm not that immature to give you shit because of it.


Pretty sure they meant that as a joke :D
Feb 8, 2020 5:37 AM

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Fionavar said:
holysauron said:
Shinobu really felt betrayed there, didn't she? I wonder if she's going to be alright. Also her family is the worst! Using your own daughter like that for your own gain, who does that? No wonder she became the way she is. I hope she realizes there's more to life than just karuta and forgives Chihaya for going on that class trip because Chihaya seems like the only person who genuinely cares for her.


Why getting hated for liking someone from a fictional story though? I really don't like Suou-meijin's personality but I'm not that immature to give you shit because of it.


Pretty sure they meant that as a joke :D

Okay, makes sense. I think it's time for me and my literal mindedness to leave before I make an even bigger fool of myself than I did here.
Feb 8, 2020 10:24 PM
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Suo-san is an interesting character. I hate him more every episode, but I kinda want to know how and why he's so good at karuta. I hope that Harada and Big - Eyed girl win the Master and Queen match. Suo and wakamiya look down on everyone so it might be interesting to watch thim go down. Suo also has absolutely no motivation for karuta, so I hope that changes.
Feb 8, 2020 10:24 PM
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Suo-san is an interesting character. I hate him more every episode, but I kinda want to know how and why he's so good at karuta. I hope that Harada and Big - Eyed girl win the Master and Queen match. Suo and wakamiya look down on everyone so it might be interesting to watch thim go down. Suo also has absolutely no motivation for karuta, so I hope that changes.
Feb 8, 2020 11:04 PM

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Ok I am certainly rooting for the current Queen and kind...hope Harada sensei doesn't win
Feb 9, 2020 1:27 AM

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Very interesting episode, what a great way to start the queen/meijin tournament.

I'm back everyone, sorry for being late: poor baby, Arata sick in bed, but that didn't stop him away from watching the tournament: when he was typing his comment about the cards posting online: his message got through and give great responses: I'm happy for him. Seeing Arata really brings brightness into my day.
@shanimebib I can't blame you ARATA IS SO ADORABLE THAT I WISH I WOULD JUST PULL HIM OUT THE SCREEN AND HUG HIM SO TIGHT, LOL!!!!

Seeing Shinobu got angry knowing that Chihaya didn't even go to the queen qualifiers where she went to her school field trip instead: I see that Shinobu took that promise seriously seeing someone who hardly has friends. Chihaya wanted to experience her only chance of going to a field trip while she's still a high school student, on the other hand competing for the queen tournament she can qualify at any time: sometimes things don't come exactly what we plan: that's the reality about life as well.
As always I'll look forward for the continuation of this tournament.
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Feb 9, 2020 8:18 PM

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Most of the focus was on the Queen match this time ... I guess that's because Suou doesn't "really care" about his match and is actually intending on dragging it out to 5 games, or at least that's what Taichi and Sudo think! From reading ahead in the manga his phone calls make sense to me but I can see how they'd be irritating Chihaya lol. Poor Shinobu though, her family's really not the nicest and it seems like hearing why Chihaya skipped the qualifiers really put her in a sour mood as well. I guess it reminded her how karuta is basically her only thing >_< Nice to see Rion and Sakurazawa again! Inokuma is playing well too, but from what she said it seems like she won't really pursue the title again if she loses so this will be her only chance :O
Feb 11, 2020 1:57 PM

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Shinobu’s heart was broken two times in a single episode feels bad man feels bad for her.
Feb 13, 2020 10:57 PM

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Wow Queen Shinobu so pretty in that hairstyle and kimono dress!

Really rooting for her to win
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Mar 14, 2020 4:00 PM

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Hmm... I'm wondering who was the person with which Suo was talking via mobile phone.

First round's victory goes to Shinobu (Queen) and Harass (Master candidate). It was surprising that both duels ended with lucky draw, however that's what you would expect from matches between champions.

That former Queen's (who was commenting during one round of current tournament) number of consecutive victories is simply amazing

Poor Shinobu. She lately betrayed by her grandma just right before her second match, and when it felt as if Chihaya would be a great support, the topic of friends and school trip appeared. :/

@SapphyeePH , haha agreed, Shinobu looked stunning in her creation for this match. :)
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Mar 16, 2020 7:32 PM

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I can say that I understand why Shinobu feels bad. But it's true that Chihaya made a preference over karuta that time.
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Mar 16, 2020 7:32 PM

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I can say that I understand why Shinobu feels bad. But it's true that Chihaya made a preference over karuta that time.
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Mar 16, 2020 7:33 PM

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I can say that I understand why Shinobu feels bad. But it's true that Chihaya made a preference over karuta that time.
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Mar 24, 2020 8:04 PM
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I guess everyone is breaking promises to Shinobu.
But come on SHINOBU THE D O R A Y A K I
Mar 27, 2020 7:39 AM
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Shinobu probably feels betrayed by everyone. Seems like her grandma sold her out and Chihaya prioritized her trip over competing against her. It seems like they have so much in common but Chihaya has friends and a social life outside of Karuta so that's a big divide between them.
I'm 100% sure Shinobu is going to lose the next game. She's gonna be way too emotional in the next game. Wouldn't be surprised if she got smoked, honestly (that would be crazy to see). I love her character development, though.
Suo is also more interesting than I initially thought.
Apr 7, 2020 9:23 AM

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Suo's just toying with Harada. Man he really has no respect for his opponents. Though I do wonder, what reason could he have to match Shinobu's scores and drag things out?

Shinobu seemed agitated when Chihaya brought up the class trip. I was so happy they got the chance to interact too, dang it.
Mar 11, 2021 3:56 AM

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That's exactly what Suo meant. Chihaya won't become a queen , because current queen has nothing , except for karuta. Shinobu won't understand Chihaya choosing school trip over fighting for queen title.
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Mar 27, 2021 5:44 PM

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Shinobu...it's going to get complicated. Good chapter, now I think it's going to be tense.
Jul 15, 2021 12:40 PM

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Well damn this really is all a game to Suo instead of a serious sport match seeing how he wants to drag this out over 5 matches. Bit of a difference in views between what Shinobu prioritizes and what Chihaya prioritizes but I hope in time that they will be actual friends.

Oct 16, 2021 4:51 AM

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I wanna watch the Master and Queen matches online too! I wonder where I can find it. I've only found recordings of previous matches on YouTube.

Intense match. I guess we're not seeing Suo at his best yet. He's delaying so that whoever's on the phone can watch him. He's kind of sweet in his own weird way.

That bonding between Chihaya and Shinobu was really cute. Glad that Shinobu has a friend of sorts in Chihaya. After all, most people just don't want to play with her anymore after being beaten to a pulp. But I wonder why Shinobu got mad after Chihaya mentioned the school trip...

Rooting for Harada-sensei!
Apr 23, 2023 9:16 AM

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Something about Arata writing a long and detailed comment and being praised for it was heartwarming for a very minor scene ngl

Rooting for Dr. Harada really hard but I got a feeling his knees are gonna betray him when it matters most. Also, RIP that Snowmaru snack
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The Master and Queen tournament begins. Dr. Harada the challenger to Suo for the Master title. Inokuma the challenger to Shinobu for the Queen title. Arata is sick and will be watching the game online. Chihaya and the whole Kurata club members are watching it at the Omi Jingu.

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