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| This week's episode gave us a lot of emotion and Yuki's scene of him crying with Tohru at the end of the episode was such a good scene for the feels. The insert song made the scene that much better also. Akito is really just the kind of asshole you don't want to be around but things are being stirred up now that she is there and so is Kureno. Shigure is also scheming something up lol. There was also a Kyo x Tohru moment in this episode that was really nice and heartwarming. Also, Tohru is worrying about everyone's parents so she decided not to bring up her mom in front of them so she wouldn't hurt them because not all of them have good parents. Can't wait for Season 2, Episode 8 next week! |
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| Thanks to Akito's arrival, everyone's emotions have been stirred up a little. This was clearly evident on Momiji's face. The way he mentioned how he couldn't wait to go back to Tohru, while wearing a sad smiling expression on his face, showcases how much he wasn't looking forward to seeing Akito. Neither was Kisa, since she was worried that Akito might lash out on Tohru the same way that Akito did to Kisa in the past. Poor girl. =( Yuki was the most effected by Akito's arrival, though, which was expected since he's been traumatised by Akito's constant abuse for most of his life. After meeting up with Tohru by chance on the beach under the beautiful shooting stars, he was finally able to open up the lid of his feelings to Tohru, followed by a surprise kiss on her forehead while crying at the same time. The whole directing of this scene was brilliant, as was the special ED song that played, too. Looking forward to seeing how the next episode adapts the next few chapters of this arc. =) |
| The past of Yuki, reminiscing his memories of his first love meeting young Tohru and the love-hate relationship of the manipulative Akito. What a boy, treading between the lines of heaven and hell. Congrats Hiro, another family member's on the way. And eccentric Momiji chances splitting watermelons because it's a joyous season. For Tohru though, Hiro's words still sting like a bee, and even worse, don't ever try to break a watermelon by mere hands. To get to know them better though, Tohru inquires about the Soma members' biological families (or rather, Kyou and Yuki's). Pretty understood on Kyou's part, but Yuki's a deep black hole. And to think that Akito would personally come over with Hatori (the usual master's pet) and Kureno (the unfamiliar figure) unannounced, it's like a premonitioned "disaster" waiting to happen. All's an ordeal for the Soma members, an ordeal that they didn't wish to see happen once again. And at least, with what we've seen of the exchange between Shigure and Akito, both know how to play at their own game, and things will only stir up to be even more heart-wrenching as time passes by. The highlight of this episode being the ending moments of Yuki and Tohru, opening "the lid" (which was his heart that's locked in trembling fear due to Akito's manipulation), and FINALLY confessing his memories to the unsuspecting Tohru from cradle to life, from young to now. She has been his dear support, and that to me, oozes the charm of how Fruits Basket is in the romance sense: fruits that are hardened on the outside, but fresh and sweet on the inside, a moniker that tells the true tales of it all. Just an amazing episode throughout. |
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| kudos for Yuki's voice actor... the way he delivered that last line broke my heart |
Wait no actually there's one more left I just rechecked the manga |
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Phobez said: He probably became a brat because he was spoiled lolStill quite a mystery what Shigure's motives are. I don't think it's anything completely evil or anything, but maybe more like a whatever-it-takes approach? Regardless of the consequences for others? Akito was really intimidating here. The music helped too. She just gives me the intimidating and creepy vibes. The Soma family is really abusive, especially the closer you get to the top i.e. Akito... Lots of emotional moments this episode. Tohru wondering whether her talking a lot about her late mom hurt the others. Still find it difficult to imagine how most of the Zodiacs basically had no moms with their absence and lack of care. Good thing at least Hiro's mom seems to be fine. "I love goats" though, that's one strong and kind mom! So how did he end up being such a brat lol Kyo continues to show how perceptive he is of Tohru. I like how they've become so close like this. But it seems Kyo lied about what happened to his mom, saying she got into an accident when we know she committed suicide. And what caught me by surprise was that last scene on the beach. It was beautiful and very emotional. It seems in the past, Yuki would've crumbled upon Akito doing something like that. But now he knows that he's not useless or worthless, because Tohru has shown him that. That kiss on the forehead and the tears. That was just so beautiful. Everything about it was perfect: the music, the setting, the dialogue. "That's because you're like the sky. Because you're... so dear to me." Looks like we're headed towards more conflict. I'm on the edge of my seat here waiting to find out what everything is all about (Shigure's scheming, Akito's motivations, what Yuki's gonna do, etc.). |
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| It was plain to see that Shigure bringing Akito along would stir up a lot of issues and emotions, and so it swiftly proved. Still not quite sure what Shigure's really after, but I'm eager to see him earn some form of comeuppance already, even if just for his close relationship with Akito if nothing else. Also, as emotional as the ending with Yuki was, I may be just dense but I'm really not getting what he's actually saying (i.e. it seems like he's leaving while still protesting against Akito's control. what?). |
| Kyo's kindness towards Tohru was very sweet <3 When I see Akito on scene, I sense bad news >_< Hopping Akito doesn't do anything bad to those children. The ending scene with Yuki and Tohru was very beautiful ;-; Remarkable episode! |
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| Each time he appears on screen, I really want to slap the shit out of Akito |
| Yuki's desire to be needed by someone is so relatable |
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vangieee said: I am a little confused, why is he sad that Tohru is dear to him? He's sad because he loves her but knows he can't make her his. That's why he compares her to the beautiful sky. You cannot actually obtain the sky. |
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ShinYabaBaga said: Can we all just pause and appreciate how precious Hiro's mother is? :) Hiro’s mom is best Sohma mom! Shes fantastic. |
svttaejin7 said: <CUT> Another episode leaving lots with questions. Who the heck is dis brown haired dude. Whomst is Ren? Why Akita hella horny like that? What’s up with the “My mom killed-“ What lid? And of course, the big big question: The fuvk is Mr. Shigure planning? Series is getting deep and m y s t e r I o u s. Lovin it! The brown haired dude is Kureno, the guy Tooru's friend Uotani likes (episode 5). You will find out who is Ren a lot later. You'll also learn more about Akito's and Shigure's reasons a lot later. Kyou didn't want to say that his mom killed herself, so he said she was killed in an accident. The lid on the box of feelings they don't want to feel yet. Yuki mentioned it before (episode 4 I think) and both he and Tooru have that box with the lid. |
| Waiting for Gundam SEED Movie..... (ಥ‿ಥ) Waiting for Sailor Moon Cosmos..... o(≧▽≦)o |
| Looks like Kureno is supposed to be what Yuki COULD have become had Shigure not rescued him from being locked in the room. Completely obedient to Akito, tolerates anything, with no self respect whatsoever. A slave. And yet... why did Kureno leave Akito's side to go wander around town and bump into Arisa? Twice? He even expressed feelings for Arisa with his "almost kiss". Feels contradictory. Good thing Haru came along. Given Hattori's and Kureno's inaction to save Yuki from the dark room or to save Kisa from being beaten when Hiro revealed his feelings to Akito, Haru may very well be the only one to step up when things get physical. Maybe Akito is smart enough not to do that in Haru's presence. I don't think they have anything to say that would cause Akito to go ballistic right now. We'll see. Cool to see Hattori again. One of my favorite characters. Hope we get to see him have fun chilling out here and not just super serious for the whole time. |
| Yuki just seems so broken down as a person, and Tohru builds him up in a way that no one else in his life does. Also, maybe an unpopular opinion, but at least in this episode, Kyo kinda has an ugly smile. Looks way more attractive while he's brooding. |
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| Damn. I've always been strongly Team Kyo, but that end scene made me hurt for Yuki so bad. I have a very very bad pit in my stomach. I hope they all return safe and sound. Curious if people know what gender Akito is in this reboot. I know generally Akito's gender/sex has been vague; Although I thought Akito was a female, but maybe I'm getting confused with the old version; subs called Akito a he though. Also really really love the new ED. Very nicely mixed in this ep |
| The whole Akito thing is soooo weird. I know that there is supposed to be a reason for this behaviour and why all of them including adults listen to him, but right now it's all seems very overdramatic. Regarding ships in this series, I just don't know. I like Kyo and Yuki equally and their interactions/chemistry with Tohru are equally likeable. Well, I'll try not to dwell on it much and just see how everything unfolds. |
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| I freaking got goosebumps, this episode hit my right at my core |
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| That last scene was touching and Yuki's words were so deep and poetic that it really nailed to what he's going through. "That's because you're just like this sky. I'm so sad...because you're...so dear to me."🥰 I'd still ship Kyou of course. Nothing's changed. But I got to admit, this scene moved me. |
 She got him back. If you understand the characters well enough, you'd know she did! |
TrisEverdeen said: Curious if people know what gender Akito is in this reboot. I know generally Akito's gender/sex has been vague; Although I thought Akito was a female, but maybe I'm getting confused with the old version; subs called Akito a he though. nikkurai9999 said: Question : Akito is a male or female? It gets found out much later in the manga. If you REALLY need to know, read the spoiler on Akito's MAL page. https://myanimelist.net/character/374/Akito_Souma When it says ''anime version'' in the spoiler, it means the old anime. The new anime is supposed to be the same as the manga. |
| Waiting for Gundam SEED Movie..... (ಥ‿ಥ) Waiting for Sailor Moon Cosmos..... o(≧▽≦)o |
| Momiji's face when he said that he wanted to go back home was heartbreaking. Hiro's mom gets the award for being the first openly super supportive mom. Why Kagura and the sparkling snake were not invited, bah. Kyo was wonderful this episode and I'm so sorry for Yuki T__T |
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Valyrian1124 said: Looks like Kureno is supposed to be what Yuki COULD have become had Shigure not rescued him from being locked in the room. Completely obedient to Akito, tolerates anything, with no self respect whatsoever. A slave. And yet... why did Kureno leave Akito's side to go wander around town and bump into Arisa? Twice? He even expressed feelings for Arisa with his "almost kiss". Feels contradictory. Kureno said in the episode with Arisa that it was his day off, but he never quite knows what to do in those days cause he's used of doing what he's told. So since it was his day off, he was just wandering around and ran into Arisa both times. What comes to feelings, it was pretty much love at first sight as he loved Arisa's laugh. |
| wow this was a great episode. Finally Yuki is progressing romantically |
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| Is it bad to wish Akito could die?! |
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| that scene at the end with the shooting stars was so beautiful! literally at an anime movie standard in that scene wouldve preferred it if it was kyo though uuhhhhh so much is happening! everything is piling up ts all going to erupt soon! each episode feels more darker and if just constantly feels like something bad is about to happen! aaaaaaaa its getting intense asf as we learn more and more its hfhfskhsjjhkjdsk |
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| Shigure made his move because he needs things to change if he is ever going to get what he wants, whatever it is. And I agree with Hatori, that it's better than not doing anything, but the sad part is that Akito doesn't even seem to be that interested in Shigure, maybe because he isn't as "rebellious", so the other ones are the ones who might get hurt. Again, still better than just going through the motions since they are on the way to breaking free from this cycle of abuse. Or at least I want to believe so. Akito's presence still affects Yuki too, and it would be weird if it didn't, but it did feel good to see that he wasn't left in the bad state that Akito wanted him to be. I can also now see just how important that memory of having helped Tooru in the past is. It hurt to see Kisa worried that Akito might hit Tooru like he hit her though, and I'm still not over how cowardly that was. And even Momiji who is always, at least pretending to be, cheerful got like that. Wishing he could "go back." I wonder what happened between him and Akito since he isn't liked, and I'm not even sure if that's a good or a bad thing. Akito might leave Momiji alone to ruin the life of the others, but then again, he might as well be even more merciless to someone he doesn't "like." And it seems that Kureno is nearly completely passive and submissive to Akito's will after all, and I'm not sure Tooru's 'light' can reach him if even the other members of the Zodiac don't get to see him a lot, if at all. At least I liked the moments between Tooru and Kyou, and I also like how Yuki didn't go to see Akito at all since he already had the displeasure of meeting him by accident. |
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| Even this time the episode seems not enough, the ending seems to presage something not pleasant, but the most important thing is that the next episode arrives because time has flown again while watching this here. The narration although there were various comic moments, basically it had a melancholy and a sadness that left room for a few tears every now and then, from time to time I said, do not get strange ideas. The special ending of this episode is catchy. |
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| Man I love how kyo is becoming less aggressive and all cutesy, its a bit annoying no one could say no to seeing Akito and were just chill to leave Tohru and Kyo but oh well. Akitos a bitch |
| Very good and emotional ep. Yuki is thankful for what Tohru has done for him, Kyo and Tohru moments, and congrats to Hiro for having a sibling. |
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| When Shigure said he was only gonna take the family to greet Akito and told Tohru to stay with Kyo, I felt that. Everybody felt that |
| I keep hoping there's a reveal where Ha-kun tells everyone Akito's a woman! AND that he's been slowly poisoning Akito's sake and the witch is dead. Seriously, take out the sociopath and get a new leader. |
| Lovely episode. Really loved the scene between Tohru and and Yuki - beautiful background, beautiful colors, beautiful music, the dialogue between the two I loved it so much. This is exactly why I hate love triangles. |
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| What makes me feel the best other than this kinda episode with great story,art,voice acting,ost. Best episode of the season for me. 10/10  |
| Omg, that was SO beautiful. I have no words, I just feel. It's so good to see Yuki finally open up about himself and showing that to Tohru. |
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| Great moments with both Kyo and Yuki. Beautiful stuff. |
| this ending scene was so heartwarming and beautifully done ;; really solid direction for yuki being able to confront something he's been scared of/letting something go that he was bottling inside for so long. |
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