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Oct 14, 2017 7:55 AM
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The OP song is okay I guess, not bad but not too special either.

This show feels really gimmicky compared to some of the other idol shows this season. From this episode, there's guys dressed up with rollerblades and Teru in one of those historical feudal outfits.

I think this anime still has potential but they need to do more characterization and performances (well, I think the performances need to last longer)
Oct 14, 2017 10:07 AM
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The OP is the Reason why I watched this, no pun intended xD

They're all way too different, each units are like heaven and earth
Well being different have their own special charm xD
Especially Pierre <3

It's nice to see this kind of episode, it's hard to find in other idol anime, even in idolm@ster itself

So the members are Jupiter, Dramatic stars, Beit, HighxJoker, S.E.M.. Only them?
I though I saw W the twins in OP

Pierre the frog prince <3
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Oct 14, 2017 10:15 AM
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Oh god finally the opening finally appeared and the title is "Reason" hmm not bad, I feel like I am gonna laugh every S.E.M scenes, happy that they are practicing their unique s.e.m shoes. Oh FRAME is there?! Good that they appeared, I like this episode.. Beit is a good unit😍 Minori 's pose feels like he is waiting for P-chan.
Oct 14, 2017 10:47 AM
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i see you FRAME!!!!
Oct 14, 2017 12:39 PM
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And this is what happens when they make good use of archetypes.
Oct 14, 2017 2:14 PM
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Song was kind of dissappointing especially compared to other male idol op songs out there, I was a bit expecting something more of a catchy fun song. Visuals were alright.

I think I like High x Joker and Jupiter the most, other groups are just a bit too old to be cute. Oh well, Shouta, Hayato, Haruno, are my faves.

Plot could have been a bit less standardy, I am quite sure every guy idol show has done the typhoon plot lol.
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Oct 14, 2017 2:26 PM
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Pretty decent episode I guess.

Jupiter are still the only ones I actually like.
Oct 14, 2017 3:28 PM
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I noticed it followed a similar formula to the original Idolmaster. Photoshoot followed by a concert in the next episode (although the concert was in the same episode this time around). I don't really prefer one over the other. They were both good in their own ways. Can't really compare all that much.





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...the s u n, the m oo n, and the tr u th.


Oct 14, 2017 4:08 PM
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Aah, it was so, so good. I'm loving every scene.
I really like how this is looking more like the 765pro anime rather than the CG one!
I'm so happy to see all the units introduced, S.E.M and Beit photoshoots made me laugh so much (Minoriiii...)
The OP was amazing, all I could have ever asked for!!! (and the visuals are so pretty too!)
Oct 14, 2017 5:03 PM

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Ray_Light said:


So the members are Jupiter, Dramatic stars, Beit, HighxJoker, S.E.M.. Only them?
I though I saw W the twins in OP


Yep, only 6 units, including W. The twins have yet to make their debut (maybe haven't scouted by 315pro yet?) so I'm looking forward to how they'll get introduced. Judging from the OP credits, these 6 units altogether are called "315 STARS"?

For me, the OP have the more "iDOLMASTER" anime OP feel to it rather than something you'd expect from male idol animes, which I'm enjoying and glad for.

Zelev said:
I noticed it followed a similar formula to the original Idolmaster. Photoshoot followed by a concert in the next episode (although the concert was in the same episode this time around). I don't really prefer one over the other. They were both good in their own ways. Can't really compare all that much.


Yep, I noticed that too! While SideM took a different route with male idols, they still have this trend and feelings that says it's still a part of iMAS. I personally love these little recurring moments/themes in all the three iMAS animes so far.
Oct 14, 2017 5:08 PM

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Kurai_Kogami said:
Ray_Light said:


So the members are Jupiter, Dramatic stars, Beit, HighxJoker, S.E.M.. Only them?
I though I saw W the twins in OP


Yep, only 6 units, including W. The twins have yet to make their debut (maybe haven't scouted by 315pro yet?) so I'm looking forward to how they'll get introduced. Judging from the OP credits, these 6 units altogether are called "315 STARS"?

For me, the OP have the more "iDOLMASTER" anime OP feel to it rather than something you'd expect from male idol animes, which I'm enjoying and glad for.

Zelev said:
I noticed it followed a similar formula to the original Idolmaster. Photoshoot followed by a concert in the next episode (although the concert was in the same episode this time around). I don't really prefer one over the other. They were both good in their own ways. Can't really compare all that much.


Yep, I noticed that too! While SideM took a different route with male idols, they still have this trend and feelings that says it's still a part of iMAS. I personally love these little recurring moments/themes in all the three iMAS animes so far.


Wait, there's 3? Oh damn lmao I didn't know.





Three things cannot be long hidden..
...the s u n, the m oo n, and the tr u th.


Oct 14, 2017 5:29 PM

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The math teacher's going to be my favorite here.

Still, I'm still hoping for Ryo to show up.
Oct 14, 2017 5:59 PM

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Zelev said:

Wait, there's 3? Oh damn lmao I didn't know.


Yeah, including SideM, I mean, ahah. The original iMAS anime, Cinderella Girls and SideM.
Oct 14, 2017 6:08 PM

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Kurai_Kogami said:
Zelev said:

Wait, there's 3? Oh damn lmao I didn't know.


Yeah, including SideM, I mean, ahah. The original iMAS anime, Cinderella Girls and SideM.


Ohhh yeahh, I forgot about Cinderella Girls. Completely escaped my mind.





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Oct 14, 2017 6:29 PM

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Stark700 said:
This show feels really gimmicky compared to some of the other idol shows this season. From this episode, there's guys dressed up with rollerblades and Teru in one of those historical feudal outfits.


That's why I love SEM. Their rollerblading realness is completely in character, since being unapologetically tacky is their whole deal.

Episode was goooooooooooooood, but not fantastic. I have a feeling they'll never make an episode as good as the prologue again, but I'll be happy if it at least ends up better than Cingirls.
Oct 14, 2017 7:58 PM
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This is much better comparing to the Love Live Sunshine lmao. It's just that... I get more excited on waiting to watch the Im@s this season.
Oct 14, 2017 8:42 PM
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So far, the show has done a good job developing the characters and advancing the premise. The OP song was great, as well as the visuals. I'm glad all the characters got their share of spotlight here, but I'm not entirely opposed to the idea of episodes giving focus to certain groups. The overall atmosphere of optimism and good companionship is appreciated.
Oct 15, 2017 1:27 AM

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sooooo good, I alrd like all the idols introduced so far
Oct 15, 2017 9:48 AM

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I'm not watching this anime, but I'm still waiting for this girl to appear
https://myanimelist.net/character/149485/Saki_Mizushima

I saw Pierre in this episode. He looks somewhat like trap, but I'm still waiting for the real trap
Oct 15, 2017 10:15 AM

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thepath said:
I'm not watching this anime, but I'm still waiting for this girl to appear
https://myanimelist.net/character/149485/Saki_Mizushima

I saw Pierre in this episode. He looks somewhat like trap, but I'm still waiting for the real trap


This girl is boy. He's a cute trap :P
Oct 15, 2017 10:17 AM

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Jucuky said:
thepath said:
I'm not watching this anime, but I'm still waiting for this girl to appear
https://myanimelist.net/character/149485/Saki_Mizushima

I saw Pierre in this episode. He looks somewhat like trap, but I'm still waiting for the real trap


This girl is boy. He's a cute trap :P


Yea I know that

I hope she/he appears next episode.
Oct 15, 2017 10:24 AM

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thepath said:
Jucuky said:


This girl is boy. He's a cute trap :P


Yea I know that

I hope she/he appears next episode.


Unfortunately not. Six units are in the anime: Dramatic Stars, Jupiter, W, HighxJoker, Beit and SEM, and (s)he's in Cafe Parade.
Oct 15, 2017 10:48 AM

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Hmm, not as good as episode 1, but still nice nonetheless. Also dammit I already like Pierre, it's always the (blond) cute shota ones that usually also look like traps that get me >_>
Oct 16, 2017 1:44 AM

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This is already better than Cinderella Girls, more like the original Idolmaster. I am liking so far.
Oct 16, 2017 7:54 AM
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This was amazing!

I don't know why, but this felt like a breath of fresh air. I mean, it's not something that hasn't been done before, but it was done so well and it's amazing that all the guys come from different walks of life and how they still felt like a team.

Kudos to the staff behind this anime!
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Oct 16, 2017 11:40 AM

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a pretty good show
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Oct 17, 2017 1:48 PM
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THEY DID IT,GUYS,A SOME SORT OF MARI OHARA genderbent,lol
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Oct 17, 2017 1:50 PM

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thepath said:
I'm not watching this anime, but I'm still waiting for this girl to appear
https://myanimelist.net/character/149485/Saki_Mizushima

I saw Pierre in this episode. He looks somewhat like trap, but I'm still waiting for the real trap

Probably you might see a cameo of him, still kinda salty that Saki's or Ryo's units aren't part of the main cast but eh, this adaption is fun.

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Oct 20, 2017 6:46 PM

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NatsukiMutou said:
THEY DID IT,GUYS,A SOME SORT OF MARI OHARA genderbent,lol


So I wasn't the only one who caught that lmao. I just love my blond idols who say random English words :'D
Dec 27, 2017 12:44 AM

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All the characters aren't annoying and that's already a huge + and everyone seems cool. Still distracted with Pierre looking more of a girl than a boy :p I wonder when Saki will appear.

Lol Mari Ohara counterpart
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SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD

loving this anime. wow, the entire cast here. beautiful.

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NatsukiMutou said:
THEY DID IT,GUYS,A SOME SORT OF MARI OHARA genderbent,lol


So I wasn't the only one who caught that lmao. I just love my blond idols who say random English words :'D
nagi from idolish7 hahaha
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Another nice episode. Pierre looks like a girl. x3

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