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Apr 15, 2022 6:47 AM

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There's Wise Kongming



And then there's fanboy Kongming :D






Apr 15, 2022 7:13 AM

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Man, I love this show. Another great episode!

I like that we get to see glimpses of Kongming's past. The show is fun as hell, but there's also some underlying heavy stuff there.

Eiko's so adorable and precious, I hope we get different Eiko song's soon. While I like the one she's singing now (full version when please?), some variety would be nutty.

Kongming out here keeping his friends close, but enemies even closer. Really looking forward to the next episode.

It's hilarious how that rabbit was just chilling with the owner for the rest of the episode lmao.
Apr 15, 2022 7:21 AM

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so much fun watch this show !!

also the OP is banger !! and ED pretty cool !!

9.5/10
Apr 15, 2022 7:43 AM
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AddaeAkono said:
uncleqrow said:
One complain about this EP, how did Kongming even recognize the Cheongsam/Qipao as part of the Chinese culture if they were invented almost 1.5 millenia later (17th century, Samkok happened in the 3rd century)?

Aside from that great EP as always....

PS:
I'm watching through Bilibili, which as we may all know, may had some severe translation errors here and there.
In this EP Koumei mentioned "36 Stratagems" and the Owner immediately replied "Not Sun Ce's?". Was this a mistranslation from Sun Tzu or were they actually talking about Sun Ce? I mean Sun Ce is not a bad leader, but he's deffinitely nowhere near his ancestor Sun Tzu's level (the Sun family of Wu faction claims that they were the decendants of Sun Tzu).
Also, Koumei also mentioned that Guan Yu kneeled to Zhang Liao. Was this also a mistranslation for Guan Yu kneeled FOR Zhang Liao? As Guan Yu, and his brother Zhang Fei, was actually kneeled in front of Cao Cao to spare Zhang Liao, who was a former officer under Lu Bu, after the Battle of Xiapi.


I think it was a slight reference to Sun Tzu because the 36 Stratagems were often compared to Sun Tzu's Art of War. The Sun Ce line was supposed to be a reference to when he had the Imperial Seal at one point which was briefly mentioned by Koumei. I don't recall the part where Guan Yu was kneeling for Zhang Liao.

Yeah, I know about the Imperial Seal and Sun Ce, and how funny it was when Yuan Shu was gangbanged by everyone due to him misusing it. But the Owner mentioned Sun Ce when talking about the 36 Stratagem for some reason.
Well, Guan Yu does not exactly kneeled really, but if I'm not remembering wrong, he and Zhang Fei did indeed vouch for Zhang Liao to Cao Cao.

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I think I misremembering. Cao Cao admitted Zhang Liao due to later's disagreement with Lu Bu after their capture. So then, when was the prideful Guan Yu ever kneeled to Zhang Liao again? I know they are basically old buddies, but to the point of one kneeling before the others?
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Apr 15, 2022 7:59 AM
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This show is the first success of the season of the 3-episode rule, it just continues to bang.

Eiko has more followers since her first small stage gig, and Kongming is already onto the next as per his stratagem personality. Strangely coinciding with a girl in her Qipao, haha I get what Kongming's going for.

The Yoyogi Arts Festival is a chance for Kongming to lure audience onto the stage for first-timers put on an abandoned wayside, even more for another group (Jet Jacket) to take notice and started thwarting their chances of success, the same way they did before when they started.

Just like before, Kongming comes with a stratagem: the 36 Stratagems (that's different from Sun Ce's Art of War) to use Jet Jacket's weaknesses, combined with the location to create to best possible scenario. Even Kongming is well-versed in psychological warfare, and Jet Jacket's problems are solved with Kongming's drinks lols, the Will of Heaven favours Eiko true enough, and douse it with drinks as what they did back in the Three Kingdoms.

The big fish has come, and this has only one direction: UP!

Kongming's such a cunning gentleman, and this is only going to get better as a wonderful and special adaptation.

It's not Sun Ce's Art of War, it was Sun Tzu's. Sun Ce does not have any Art of War, although the Sun family did claim they were the descendants of THE Sun Tzu himself. He did at one point hold the imperial seal he inherited from his father Sun Jian.
Oh, Kongming did indeed proficient in psychological warfare. He once managed to made Sima Yi pulled back his entire offensive force just by sitting openly on top of the fort, due to the later's fear of getting into Kongming's trap, despite his fort is actually empty and an easy picking at that time.
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Apr 15, 2022 8:44 AM

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I can't help but think the person who edited the video of Eiko for a picture is later going to turn into a stalker. He was there at Eiko's performance too, which makes me think he's not a throwaway character.

Hope that's not the case though!
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Apr 15, 2022 9:13 AM
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[quote=Calabre006 message=66148886]I can't help but think the person who edited the video of Eiko for a picture is later going to turn into a stalker. He was there at Eiko's performance too, which makes me think he's not a throwaway character.
Apr 15, 2022 9:16 AM
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I can't help but think the person who edited the video of Eiko for a picture is later going to turn into a stalker. He was there at Eiko's performance too, which makes me think he's not a throwaway character.

i think he isn't into that kind of trope, but yeah hopefully
Apr 15, 2022 9:18 AM

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Eiko is so cute, you just wanna cheer for her, it was so surprising to see Kongming help the other band, just imagine if he was on full battle mode, he would have probably ended their career right there lol.
Apr 15, 2022 9:43 AM
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Calabre006 said:
I can't help but think the person who edited the video of Eiko for a picture is later going to turn into a stalker. He was there at Eiko's performance too, which makes me think he's not a throwaway character.

Hope that's not the case though!

He appears in the opening with the main gang, so i dont think it will be anything bad.
Apr 15, 2022 11:08 AM

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uncleqrow said:
One complain about this EP, how did Kongming even recognize the Cheongsam/Qipao as part of the Chinese culture if they were invented almost 1.5 millenia later (17th century, Samkok happened in the 3rd century)?


Are you insinuating that lord Kongming couldn't predict future fashion trends based on calculations of all possible world events?
Apr 15, 2022 11:44 AM

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looking forward to nest episode
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Apr 15, 2022 11:59 AM

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Another fantastic episode...

This show gets better. It's hilarious and has plenty of heart and life lessons. Kongming is, indeed, a CHAD and Eiko is so adorable. She's such a sweetheart.

We need the soundtrack for this show. The music is also great and a lit opener.
Apr 15, 2022 2:20 PM

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If there's one thing I'm happy more than anything about this series right now is how much more exposure and attention it's been getting recently. I'm hoping this trend continues for a while yet for this gem of a series! ^_^

The episode itself was another great one. Once again, Kongming's tactics was flawless as he had Eiko sing at a music festival in Yoyogi Park and, despite her stage being hard for newer performers to do well on, Kongming's strategy helps her make her arrival on stage in style. It's really nice to see Eiko doing really well as a result.

Not just that, but Kongming was kind enough to help the other indie band with some throat medicine to help the vocalist's voice chords and is a fan of their music as well. The insight into his past and what influenced him here makes Kongming a joy to watch. If only he wears those silly star glasses more often... XD

I can't wait for the next episode as always!
Apr 15, 2022 2:26 PM
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This is so good! My favorite part is the owner’s pure delight when he gets to geek out about 3 kingdoms. FINALLY someone who gets it! (I’m waiting to meet someone who’s excited about Water Margin. Or heard of it.)
Apr 15, 2022 2:48 PM
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I really liked that they put on the hungarian flag on Eiko's jacket and cap, it made my day because my country gets some recognition even in Japan! ^^
Apr 15, 2022 3:04 PM
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I love Eiko stan/video editor!! What a lad!! My favourite of the show!!!
Apr 15, 2022 3:23 PM

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the great strategist strikes again!
sooner or later Eiko must not always depend on him because she should know there are others who started from scratch but with hard work they rose-up...
lolz Zhuge Liang even helped the other dudes! haha nice! technology fits his strategy and able to quickly adapt!
5/5.


Apr 15, 2022 3:37 PM
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Ok wow. I didn't look at the rating for a while but it's all the way up to an 8 wow. Good episode too. Wasn't expecting others to receive it so well
Apr 15, 2022 3:37 PM
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In terms of animation, episode 1 and 2 did a better job, but overall this anime is AMAZING! Loved how they're doing this and I really want to see how it will go!
I just don't want those "Static frames" when she sings... I Loved the scene of Eiko playing guitar on her house.. Expect more scenes like this
Apr 15, 2022 5:51 PM
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Hands down my favorite new show, I need more
Apr 15, 2022 8:13 PM

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damnit koumei! hahahah


Apr 15, 2022 8:35 PM
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Calabre006 said:
I can't help but think the person who edited the video of Eiko for a picture is later going to turn into a stalker. He was there at Eiko's performance too, which makes me think he's not a throwaway character.

Hope that's not the case though!


Yeah, came here to say the same. Wasn't exactly getting a Perfect Blue vibe, but the fact that he was willing to take a photo of Eiko as payment for doing some work with Adobe Premiere gives me some pause.
Apr 15, 2022 9:16 PM

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Kongming managed to avoid getting in a tension, but avoid it by giving out medicine to help with the throats. He really knows how to do things, the past experience has a lot to do how he is able to help Eiko gather followers. Good episode.
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Apr 16, 2022 12:02 AM

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Kongming not only defeats his enemies, but he can also even redeem them. Eiko continues to build confidence to perform in a bigger crowd. I wonder what's the next place Eiko will perform. In the end, they showed an important-looking businessman. It seems like Eiko will be having her debut on a bigger stage after this.

Still a banger OP and ED.
Apr 16, 2022 5:23 AM
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"The Thirty-Six Stratagems" another Greatness from Kongming.

the way he handle and counter Jet Jacket was so satisfying.

so when Eiko was singing it was 96neko, the one who singing the ED song.

Hidden Gem of the Season!
Apr 16, 2022 6:12 AM
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the anime is sooo perfect 10/10000๐Ÿ˜ญ๐Ÿ˜ญ๐Ÿ˜ญโคโค
Apr 16, 2022 10:10 AM

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What an episode, she was wearing a hungarian flag jacket and cap, what a honour for me and my country. Koumei is the best General
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Apr 16, 2022 7:27 PM

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Another successful live show performance from EIKO! Kinda looking forward to her big career rise


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Apr 16, 2022 11:55 PM
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Apr 17, 2022 1:22 AM

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Kongming should keep those sunglasses on all the time lol
Apr 17, 2022 3:39 AM

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my non-native ass has to open up translation everytime he speaks goddamit kongming xD
Apr 17, 2022 5:31 AM

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Kongming best boy

I like how he didn't try to make enemies of that popular band, he even asked for their autographs :)

This show makes me smile in each damn episode!!




Apr 17, 2022 8:57 AM

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I am really liking this anime so far, I wasn't really feeling it after the first episode but it is just getting better and better! I usually have problems with liking beginning episodes but I never drop something after only watching one episode...unless it is just horrendous.

It was really sweet too when Kongming helped Jet Jacket and asked for their autographs ๐Ÿ˜ญ...even though he talked about chopping their heads off later lol.
Apr 20, 2022 9:23 PM

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Solid episode. Some more smart strats and some more looks into Kongming’s past regrets.

Not very great animation this time around but it got the job done. I did think that Kongming seeing the ghosts of his former comrades while Eiko was warming up was cheesy and his miracle throat soother felt out of place.

That said, most of the rest was very enjoyable.
Apr 21, 2022 4:06 AM

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Eiko scored a big win thanks to Kongming, again. Also those cheesy goggles though...
Apr 25, 2022 8:20 PM
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Looks like Kongming is always 10 steps ahead of everyone else.
Apr 26, 2022 1:50 PM

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Kongming makes Eiko not only more popular, but also helps her to become more confident about her talent.
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Apr 28, 2022 12:17 PM
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Now directly at the festival Kongming is still applying some of his strategies and it's working perfectly good, Eiko is really gonna succeed with him, also that was nice how he still helped the boys band with their throat at the end, but now we're up to the main opponent? :o
May 1, 2022 10:22 PM

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Bunny.

That is all.
May 3, 2022 12:59 AM

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It's party time.
Eiko now performed at a festival. And Kongming with his strategy against Jet Jacket worked, plus he got his signature xd.
Good chapter.
May 10, 2022 11:09 AM
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What is Hayao Miyazaki doing there?
May 15, 2022 6:57 AM

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Another awesome episode

Need to hear the full version of Eiko's song

When she was getting ready to sing and then she turned around and shouted, what a moment!
May 18, 2022 11:06 AM

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Not something new but Eiko smile really makes my day better also her voice acting is superb.
May 19, 2022 12:18 PM

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Not something new but Eiko smile really makes my day better also her voice acting is superb.


Kongming's brilliant tactical mind shined again, but damn, he's also savage.

Good thing Japan enjoys peaceful times or it would've gotten dark xD

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May 25, 2022 10:27 AM

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Once again Koumei pulled it off with an old strat and he even helped the enemy band while at it, I like this guy.
May 26, 2022 1:39 PM
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Yet again, what a blast of an episode, I thoroughly enjoyed the entire course of it as I did the previous episodes!

My man Kongming is putting the W in Eiko's path to overwhelming success. Eiko did brilliantly of course, as she said herself in her song, the instant she performs, the audience sees her with her singing. Now that she got the confidence, the genuine ability to sing, her obviously cute demeanour, the owner's support and Kongming's strategic planning, she'll be a force to be reckoned with.

Kongming's exchange with the Jet Jacket dudes was rather wholesome, showing humanity and a positive attitude inspire healthy competition instead of them being a toxic rival to Eiko.
May 28, 2022 11:01 AM

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i cant get this damn song outta my head, i think ive spent more time listening to it than watching the anime thus far

i like that the anime isnt forgetting about Chinas brutal history, these guys werent nice lol, even if it was just for a joke
Jun 17, 2022 2:31 PM

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Damn this OP is fucking bangin
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