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May 8, 2022 8:16 AM

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Such an emotional send-off. Not often is the topic of financial constraints for poor players who have to go to a big city touched upon. Glad it was touched upon.




May 8, 2022 8:41 AM

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I'm ugly-crying right now. What an amazing mother he has! Never mind the brother and his classmates. He is so blessed to have so many people support and cheer for him.
May 8, 2022 10:28 AM

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JJnie said:
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Predictable turn of events but it was still quite emotional.

Of course it's predictable it's a farewell episode afterall. You expect them to punch each other or something? Lmao. I don't get people sometimes.


your comment cracked the shit out of me dude lmao
May 8, 2022 1:43 PM

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Alsanch said:
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This was probably the best episode of any anime this season so far, and that's standing next to the likes of Ya Boy Kongming and Spy x Family. You don't have to kill someone off to have an emotional moment in a show, and, especially this soon into a series, it's rare to see a show pull off a tear jerker really well without killing a character off or inserting some cheesy melodrama. It's a shounen, which make this episode a bit strange, because I feel like it hits home the most with anyone that has gone to college or moved away from home after college for work, and have thus had those teary goodbyes with their parents before. They covered some of the subtleties of the emotions and expressions and actions involved in that process really well, which is in part why I think this episode is so good.

actually the manga of this anime is classified as seinen


Well I guess that explains it. Interesting. The show has a very shounen feel so far.
May 8, 2022 1:47 PM

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Animillion said:
turtleinshell said:
This was probably the best episode of any anime this season so far, and that's standing next to the likes of Ya Boy Kongming and Spy x Family. You don't have to kill someone off to have an emotional moment in a show, and, especially this soon into a series, it's rare to see a show pull off a tear jerker really well without killing a character off or inserting some cheesy melodrama. It's a shounen, which make this episode a bit strange, because I feel like it hits home the most with anyone that has gone to college or moved away from home after college for work, and have thus had those teary goodbyes with their parents before. They covered some of the subtleties of the emotions and expressions and actions involved in that process really well, which is in part why I think this episode is so good.

Very nice episode. Have to admit though, it’ll be tough for anything releasing this week to top the recent episode of Love is War. That was comedy gold man


See I don't know what it is recently, but the comedy in this season of love is war hasn't hit home as much as it did in the last season. Maybe I'm just not in the mood for it. The recent episode was definitely quite good, but I felt the direction in this episode of Ao Ashi just nailed the emotion and everything perfectly. Most of the time when a show goes for it this early on, they fall flat and miss the mark, but they managed to hit a home run here.
May 8, 2022 1:49 PM

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turtleinshell said:
Animillion said:

Very nice episode. Have to admit though, it’ll be tough for anything releasing this week to top the recent episode of Love is War. That was comedy gold man


See I don't know what it is recently, but the comedy in this season of love is war hasn't hit home as much as it did in the last season. Maybe I'm just not in the mood for it. The recent episode was definitely quite good, but I felt the direction in this episode of Ao Ashi just nailed the emotion and everything perfectly. Most of the time when a show goes for it this early on, they fall flat and miss the mark, but they managed to hit a home run here.

Ao Ashi had a great episode this week, but I have to give a hats off to what the Love is War VA’s did this past week. Just the ED itself was awesome, let alone the rest of the episode. I’m curious how the dub for Love is War will sound like for that episode
May 8, 2022 2:11 PM
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Animillion said:
turtleinshell said:


See I don't know what it is recently, but the comedy in this season of love is war hasn't hit home as much as it did in the last season. Maybe I'm just not in the mood for it. The recent episode was definitely quite good, but I felt the direction in this episode of Ao Ashi just nailed the emotion and everything perfectly. Most of the time when a show goes for it this early on, they fall flat and miss the mark, but they managed to hit a home run here.

Ao Ashi had a great episode this week, but I have to give a hats off to what the Love is War VA’s did this past week. Just the ED itself was awesome, let alone the rest of the episode. I’m curious how the dub for Love is War will sound like for that episode

Ao Ashi and Love is War are both in my top 5 this season.
May 8, 2022 2:14 PM

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xdoubtx said:
Animillion said:

Ao Ashi had a great episode this week, but I have to give a hats off to what the Love is War VA’s did this past week. Just the ED itself was awesome, let alone the rest of the episode. I’m curious how the dub for Love is War will sound like for that episode

Ao Ashi and Love is War are both in my top 5 this season.

Same, just under Spy x Family
May 8, 2022 2:21 PM
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IrrelevantGuy said:
Holy shit this was a marvelous episode. I slightly worried that they might hamfistedly handle Ashito's relationship with his mother, but boy was I wrong. They actually dedicated an entire episode to fleshing out their relationship and showing Ashito's farewell with his friends, and I'm so, so glad that they did. Getting a bit personal, I have been raised in a somewhat well-to-do family, and I have never pursued sports or any particular career for that matter, so I may not fully understand how tough it actually had been for Ashito's mother; but even then, it's amazing how the anime made me sympathize with her.

And last but absolutely not least—that ending scene. In all honesty, I started crying myself nearly the same time Ashito did, those two lines from his mother were just that powerful.

A question for the manga readers. Is the name of the short blue haired girl ever revealed? I liked her quite a bit so I wanna know.


The name of the girl never revealed. And that's the last you will see her. Atleast yet because the manga is still ongoing.
May 8, 2022 2:27 PM
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Animillion said:
xdoubtx said:

Ao Ashi and Love is War are both in my top 5 this season.

Same, just under Spy x Family

Ao Ashi is my number 1 spy x fam on second.
May 8, 2022 2:42 PM
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Again, I was touched by this anime, it happened during the scene of Ashito reading a letter from his mother. So can't wait for Ashito to compete in the club.
 
May 8, 2022 3:17 PM
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I lost my mom at a young age. Watching this episode had me in tears!!
May 8, 2022 5:51 PM

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I wasn't crying. Someone was chopping onions outside my window while I was watching this episode. Just a coincidence.
May 8, 2022 7:09 PM
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Part of me wants to give the episode another chance, since everyone is saying how good it is. But I cannot stand the main girl, and the beginning of this episode was the last straw.
May 8, 2022 7:25 PM

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Probably one of the best episodes yet
Also, his mom mentioned she couldn't afford to buy him new cleats so those new ones were given to him by that player who was dissing him in the first episode??


She was mentioning what happened before - during his junior highschool period.

The mom probably saved up some cash to get him new cleats. This episode happened in the span of a few months, right? 6 months? She asked his shoe size too to make sure.


Ah, that makes sense. I confused it with her not having enough money after spending it on the club fees and account deposits.
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May 8, 2022 7:26 PM

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Yudesei said:
I wasn't crying. Someone was chopping onions outside my window while I was watching this episode. Just a coincidence.


Whoa, what a coincidence! The same happened with me.
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"Everything I've witnessed... This whole system you have built has always rejected me. Now I'm ready to reject it. That's why I destroy. That's why I took this power for myself. Simple enough, yeah? I don't care if you don't understand... That's what makes us... Heroes and Villains."
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May 8, 2022 9:18 PM

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That was sad in the end how he cried after holding it this whole time
May 8, 2022 10:22 PM

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i'm NOT crying YOU'RE crying!!!
emotional episode!
Ashito's mom Noriko is still one HOT MILF!!!
5/5.


May 9, 2022 12:00 AM

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Food plans are a pain to come up with but so useful when done thoughtfully. Show has a lot of heart, I like the focus on the family element. Definitely got a few tears from me from the mothers support.
May 9, 2022 2:17 AM

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xdoubtx said:
IrrelevantGuy said:
Holy shit this was a marvelous episode. I slightly worried that they might hamfistedly handle Ashito's relationship with his mother, but boy was I wrong. They actually dedicated an entire episode to fleshing out their relationship and showing Ashito's farewell with his friends, and I'm so, so glad that they did. Getting a bit personal, I have been raised in a somewhat well-to-do family, and I have never pursued sports or any particular career for that matter, so I may not fully understand how tough it actually had been for Ashito's mother; but even then, it's amazing how the anime made me sympathize with her.

And last but absolutely not least—that ending scene. In all honesty, I started crying myself nearly the same time Ashito did, those two lines from his mother were just that powerful.

A question for the manga readers. Is the name of the short blue haired girl ever revealed? I liked her quite a bit so I wanna know.


The name of the girl never revealed. And that's the last you will see her. Atleast yet because the manga is still ongoing.

That's unfortunate :( I'm pretty sure we will see her and Ashito's other friends again later though, considering how close they seemed like. They will most likely appear before Ashito's playing an important match or when he returns to his hometown.
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IrrelevantGuy said:
xdoubtx said:


The name of the girl never revealed. And that's the last you will see her. Atleast yet because the manga is still ongoing.

That's unfortunate :( I'm pretty think we will see her and Ashito's other friends again later though, considering how close they are. They will most likely appear before Ashito's playing an important match or when he returns to his hometown.


Actually.. we will see her again. Kinda.

There's a spinoff manga that focuses on what happens to Ashito's brother, Shun - The title is Ao Ashi Brotherfoot. But it branches from the main story at maybe episode 30-ish, going at our current pace. You will see her again in there. Who knows, if Aoashi got big enough, maybe we'll get an OVA of that. Not counting on it though.

Spoilers for that spinoff manga, don't look if you want to read it freshly:

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May 9, 2022 3:16 AM

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broo this was fuckedd upp. i already knew which direction this episode was gonna go. how it'll play out, i guessed that when the bro gave him the bag at the train it probably contains an emotional letter, and when there was a box it was definitely new shoes, i was right with each and every one of my guesses but nevertheless i still cried like a bitch. like a Hard hard cry, no noise no nothing just tears pouring down

that seriously hit me so hard in the feels??? ive never experienced those but i relate to it so bad. because i Know my parents would do the same thing. when i do find something i love and want to chase, they'll fully support me. no matter what it is. they'd tell me "dont worry about the money, we'll figure it out, we can finally use our savings for you", and as loving and expressional they are, they wouldn't show an inch of sadness when i go but my dad would probably send me a vid recording of his farewell messages to me, and my mom a long ass text when im on my way. its just. holy shittt

i truly felt the love ashita felt here. though i probably wouldn't be able to hold my tears that long lol, when my friends are there id take pics with them, go hop on the train and pretend that i need to piss or something because i just couldn't hold my tears any longer. the letter bit with scenes of the mom going on her day was just.. FUCK. you truly, truly can see how much she cares for them. she's been raising them alone for so long and somehow the youngest one is suddenly going away. irs so oh my god im definitely repeating my words here but #!_++$(_ THAT WAS SO GOOD. okay ill end it with that, that was. so. damn. good.
May 9, 2022 4:21 AM

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em_doubleyou said:
IrrelevantGuy said:

That's unfortunate :( I'm pretty think we will see her and Ashito's other friends again later though, considering how close they are. They will most likely appear before Ashito's playing an important match or when he returns to his hometown.


Actually.. we will see her again. Kinda.

There's a spinoff manga that focuses on what happens to Ashito's brother, Shun - The title is Ao Ashi Brotherfoot. But it branches from the main story at maybe episode 30-ish, going at our current pace. You will see her again in there. Who knows, if Aoashi got big enough, maybe we'll get an OVA of that. Not counting on it though.

Spoilers for that spinoff manga, don't look if you want to read it freshly:


An OVA is probably asking for too much, but I'm gonna read the manga anyway
May 9, 2022 4:22 AM
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Touching episode football is set aside to make room for the farewell dramas, we can see all the mother's feelings, the weight of goodbye to schoolmates.
The whole farewell mood ends in a climax of the present, the boot is the symbol of all the mother's effort, the expression of love through sacrifice. I hope that the next episodes manage to maintain the level of this
May 9, 2022 5:06 AM
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I watched this on Mother's day 🥺
May 9, 2022 7:51 AM
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wow, great episode. I'm confident in saying that this whole episode was directed and adapted as best as it could, and it really showed with how each scene was paced and sequenced as a whole. started watching this to kill time but how the staff and VA's handled this episode is making me look forward to it's continued adaptation.
May 9, 2022 9:07 AM
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Seriously, this anime & manga is so underated. The best episode so far.

Bewarn, that this series is unlike any typical sport anime. It focus on realism unlike any other. It focus on character development rather than championship glory. You dont get rivalry that often give life to sports series. So to those who think this series is so predictable, just wait for it. Its getting annoying to get every now & then 'predictable' comment.

Btw after 3 episode, I binge reading the manga & to be honest I'm worried that the animation cant keep up with the manga. But after watching this episode, I'm quite confident they can handle the roller coaster ride of joy & frustration.

what I enjoyed in this episode is how closely it attached to reality. You dont simply move towards your dream, you need proper planning & support from others. And of course the letter top it all.
May 9, 2022 12:12 PM

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W mom. W MC. W anime.
May 10, 2022 3:20 AM
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"Im proud of you since the day you were born."

Oh man. These phrase hits harder than I love you's. Noriko Aoi and Shun Aoi are both very supportive. W episode.
May 11, 2022 2:21 AM

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wtf I just cried over a... sports anime. That's something I can cross off my list now

If the character development for this family alone is this good, Ashito's adventures at his new club must be a real treat
May 11, 2022 6:17 AM

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I'm not really into sports but I'm hooked. Cannot wait for more! Now that mc has a strong mind than before
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May 11, 2022 11:53 AM

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yo this almost made me cry wtf



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May 11, 2022 4:38 PM

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kind of a boring ep.

At least his mum came around and decided to stop being selfish and finally be supportive. Although they go from dirt poor to her giving him a lump of savings? lmao. I guess it could make sense if they were her only savings and she's given them to him now in order to support his career, and their futures.

The brother is way more likeable, I was originally hoping he'd move to Tokyo and he'd live with his brother while he worked there. I guess I don't really know how old his older brother is meant to be tho and if that would be a real option. They did mention he works part time so I guess he's maybe still in school also so that would be explain why that doesn't happen lol.

Good luck to Aoi living on his own in Tokyo, I'm sure ofc he will become super close with Hana and his teammates so won't feel alone for very long!
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May 12, 2022 7:26 AM
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Wow. I can't believe i will cry so hard in a sports anime. Very very good episode. It's so relatable i feel like it's slapping me. Talking to parents is really hard so as the other way around. His mother and brother is just the best. Farewells are really sad specially when you are leaving alone facing a big, challenging world in front of you. The story is just starting. Here we go Esperion. Good luck Ashito. Let the battle begin!
May 12, 2022 4:15 PM

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Episodes where the protagonist has some kind of trouble in their lives heavily related to their parents but then, thanks to them, is how they manage to keep going always gets me. This episode reminded me so much to the episode 10 of Violet Evergarden or episode 12 of A Place Further than the Universe.

Such a magnificent episode.
May 17, 2022 5:37 AM
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What a great episode, loved it from start to finish.

The letter part of the episode absolutely broke me.

Strong contender for anime of the season.
May 17, 2022 9:08 PM
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I thricking love this Anime. If it somehow manages to maintain this level than its easily the best Sports Anime. One of the best Anime in this Season so far.

It wil get better and better so expect too much in it
May 18, 2022 8:26 AM

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I wasn't expecting much when I started this show but it was a nice surprise, I'm enjoying it a lot!
That train scene was so wholesome, it almost made me tear up!
May 23, 2022 2:07 PM

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yoo what the fuck is this episode !!

very very touching heart !!
Jun 20, 2022 11:09 AM

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Great episode, love that letter :')
Jun 28, 2022 2:25 AM

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That was so touchingㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ they really executed this episode so well. It’s all the nuances, the words spoken & not spoken, I was tearing up along the way but I really lost it at the cleats. Coming from a poor family during my childhood, my mum always felt guilty about not giving us the best, when she herself had nothing too, it really hit so close to homeㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

She is a strong mother, even when she’s not, she had to be strong for her sons. I want to know more of Shun too.

Sometimes the best stories that evoke the most emotions are the simplest, heartfelt ones. Really great episode, so emotionalㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ now he’s ready to take on the world.







but i’ll probably remember over and over again
you were there and everyone else was there
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Aug 6, 2022 4:51 AM

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Great episode, it built up very well on the finale that made last one so good. My expectations for this show have gradually racked up.
Aug 21, 2022 5:30 AM

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Oh man. This was touching.


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Aug 23, 2022 3:38 PM

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The MC is very annoying and doesn't make me comfortable watching or continuing this anime so I dropped this anime
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Aug 28, 2022 12:17 PM
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Amazing, I never thought this anime could be interesting
Aug 30, 2022 8:44 PM
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emocionante, espero ver logo esse viado no profissional
Sep 1, 2022 1:02 PM

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Hats off to Hana for being a real G and helping our boy and his family out. He better work hard at the academy given how much everyone around him is sacrificing for him to be there.

Also omg....brb gotta call mom

T__T
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Sep 6, 2022 1:42 PM

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The letter was very suite but honestly it be pretty sad if you couldn't have a proper conversation with your Mom because getting sad and gloomy "isn't her style" or whatever tf she said. Like get over it lady, this is your son.

Anyway if I had another compliant about something that may actually affect the show long term, it is Hana's fixation on the MC. I don't want to end up hating her because her only purpose in the show is to support the MC.
Sep 26, 2022 5:11 PM
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Who is cutting onions ???
Oct 10, 2022 8:57 AM

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I haven't had a good cry watching anime for a long time
Aoi reminds me of Eijun from Daiya and their farewell seem similar I cried for them both but this episode is more touchy and emotional because the mom's letter
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