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Nov 16, 2024 11:36 AM
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another week, another painful slideshow of pngs and unnecessary vfx!!!!

though at least JUST nagi's goal at the end exceeded my expectations (there were none to begin with)! nice to meet you, japan I AM NAGI SEISHIRO 🗣️🗣️🗣️

is it just me or is the pacing really off? everything feels so SLOW, like the continuous attacks of blue lock team and goal defense saves by u20 felt very quick and snappy in the manga but that level of excitement isnt conveyed in the anime making the scene fall flat :( which is so strange, cuz i thought if there'd be pacing issues it'd be that it's rushed (considering the chaps they gotta cover) rather than so annoyingly slow??

i cant tell if the pacing is actually okay and i only feel this way because the obnoxiously long hold of still frames making every moment feel like a drag, though.
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purplle_yx said:

is it just me or is the pacing really off? everything feels so SLOW, like the continuous attacks of blue lock team and goal defense saves by u20 felt very quick and snappy in the manga but that level of excitement isnt conveyed in the anime making the scene fall flat :( which is so strange, cuz i thought if there'd be pacing issues it'd be that it's rushed (considering the chaps they gotta cover) rather than so annoyingly slow??


It's the animation, or lack thereof. Although, to be fair, the way the anime translated Isagi's thinking takes a massive toll on the pacing reagrdless. Essentially, it's bad storyboarding as well, because BL is one of the laziest manga adaptations for high profile manga we've had recently.
Nov 16, 2024 11:56 AM
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well at least there is some movement on the super shot of nagi lol but the rest of the episode are slideshows again

the self awareness to the slideshow animation is funny "youre not moving, blue lock"

@deg Lmao aiku spitting fax!

Nov 16, 2024 12:02 PM

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"Nice to meet you, Japan. I am... Nagi Seishiro."

Nov 16, 2024 12:04 PM
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This ep is truly great
Nov 16, 2024 12:31 PM
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I knew the U-20 squad was going to score the first goal with Itoshi Sae leading the charge, but thankfully Blue Lock responded with a goal of their own thanks to Nagi. All Blue Lock has to do is keep feeding Itoshi Rin the ball and let him lead like his brother.
Nov 16, 2024 12:52 PM

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Whatta goal, nagicchi!!!
Nov 16, 2024 12:57 PM
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I don’t care about no animation THAT GOAL WAS HYPE
Nov 16, 2024 1:08 PM
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Well, we have some movement today. I guess it's moved up to Queen Bee Hentai standards of animation. Still, not as bad as the last two. I suppose.
Nov 16, 2024 1:27 PM
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I mean, gotta admit, the stills are great to look at all on its own.

But this is anime, not Manga.

Why not put out colorised manga instead then?

Its more entertaining to read, especially on Reddit r/anime, is the positive copium thats going on about the show. Its more entertaining reading that than watching the show at this point.

Its like they arent allowed to point out the slidehow lmao. Just give positive vibes malding.
Nov 16, 2024 1:36 PM

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This episode felt like a match where the goalie forgot which side of the net to defend. Let’s not sugarcoat it; the production level stumbled so much, I half-expected Ego to bench the animators. Static shots? Check. Recycled sequences? Double check. It’s almost impressive how consistent the inconsistency was. Honestly, I've even read some manga with more movement than this animation. At times, it felt like the real challenge wasn’t on the field but in the editing room.

That aside, I really gotta give credit where credit's due. Studio 8bit's animation, often struggling with the basics, doesn’t win any medals for fluidity. Yet, just when it seemed like the game was stuck in first gear, the studio knew exactly when to step on the gas, delivering on the episode’s most anticipated moment: Nagi's gravity-defying goal.
It’s like a team playing poorly for 90 minutes, only to score a worldie in extra time. No spoiler intended.

In conclusion, it's flawed but gets the job done.
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Nov 16, 2024 2:02 PM

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Ok, most of the episodes were boring, which made the hopeless animation stand out more for me, but the last action made up for it all.
3/5
Nov 16, 2024 2:11 PM
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mendingan pdf nya 🗿
Nov 16, 2024 2:43 PM
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AHHHH NAGIIIIII!!!
gotta be best moment of the season. my lord. goosebumps
especially after watching the Nagi spinoff movie

I think Sae is lazy on defence, which is something Blue Lock can exploit. on that last play I was waiting for him to jump in which never happened

sick episode, 10/10. animation has improved a bit. hopefully it keeps doing big moments like Nagi's goal well
Nov 16, 2024 2:44 PM
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NAGI SEISHIRO!!!! AHHHHH!!!

We struggled so hard during the match and Sae was doing what he's known best for, Scoring. But, that one moment from Nagi made this entire episode so fucking hype. AHHHHHH. It was so good.

That silence was so fucking sweet to my ears.
@Pre_Yum amen. my reaction exactly XD
Nov 16, 2024 3:05 PM
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I don't even care about the animation at this point. To me, it's watchable and I'm enjoying the hell out of it. This is still HYPE regardless of the bad animation. Sucks that it could've been so much better but, they are nailing the hype aspects of the match really well. The pause after Nagi's goal was sick
Nov 16, 2024 3:31 PM
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Nagi quite literally carried this episode to me. Nagi Stoinks skyrocketed after this ep
Nov 16, 2024 3:39 PM
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I don’t know if the bad animation this season has made me a bit desensitised but the close up CGI feet movement shots are actually pretty good. At this point it would have been better if they just went full CGI for this match.

Nagi’s goal was sick though
Nov 16, 2024 3:59 PM
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STOOD UP FROM MY BED AND GAVE THEM A STANDING OVULATION 😵😵😵
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Nov 16, 2024 4:27 PM

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Wall at the least they did justice to Nagi and his absolutely phenomenal goal, because everything else is power point level of animation...
Nov 16, 2024 4:34 PM

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NAGI!!! YES!

Yeah they at least did this part justice, but here I am wondering why they didn't get the team that animated Oblivion Battery to do this, it would have looked even more epic.

Nov 16, 2024 5:03 PM

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one of the worst episode's I have ever seen animation wise
Nov 16, 2024 5:45 PM
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Blue Lock = Oops, All Strikers!
Nov 16, 2024 5:57 PM

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nothing new to say about the visuals. everyone was cooking, especially sae and nagi, considering they scored. nagi at the end was pure aura.
Nov 16, 2024 6:35 PM

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the animation is consistently tragic

nagi's goal was delightful

I wish they would have done this series justice, it deserved it

insulting
Nov 16, 2024 7:13 PM

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bro the animation is kinda letting me down but the big moments still hit at least since the MANGA IS INSANE. The hype from Nagi's goal gave me goosebumps even as a Manga reader! SO NUTS. Hopefully, the animation is nuts in the 2nd half!
Nov 16, 2024 8:07 PM

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This shit is so ass
The soundrack leading to Sae's goal is dogshit
Sae's goal had no impact a all.
everything is slideshow excep Nagi's goal.
I also I hate that they wasted additional time on NagiReo shit.
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Nov 16, 2024 8:31 PM

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Lol Rin tried to copy his brother's move and failed
Nov 16, 2024 8:45 PM

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It's really intense to watch this and they scored a goal!
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Nov 16, 2024 9:27 PM
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Best episode so far and the Nagi goal and celebration nulled out all the other problems so far for me.
Nov 16, 2024 9:51 PM
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nagi was the best scene in this season
Nov 17, 2024 12:39 AM
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When Nagi went 🤭🥹
Nov 17, 2024 1:25 AM
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After those all badly animated episodes, I just finished the Manga and tbh it was a better choice.
Nov 17, 2024 1:33 AM

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I'm honestly surprised, This episode blew me away. I thought they would disappoint me but if I'm being very honest, They executed this well. Nagi's goal felt really breathtaking, And the characters are moving now although the stills are still there but I'll gladly take what I can.

I have hope for the rest of the match now!
Nov 17, 2024 2:19 AM
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i’ve rewatched nagi’s goal like 10 times. it’s so sick
Nov 17, 2024 2:46 AM
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everything prior to Nagi's goal was by far the worst animation we have seen this season, tbf though, there wasn't much animation considering half the episode was just still frames. totally ruined sae's goal.

however, complete justice was given to nagi's goal, still not the peak animation we saw in S1, but beyond passable
Nov 17, 2024 2:48 AM
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Yeah it was okay, i can deal with that.
Case done.
“Do what feels right in your heart. You will be criticized either way.” (Eleanor Roosevelt)
Nov 17, 2024 3:07 AM
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Nagi has always been my favourite character so I am over the moon right now. That goal was incredible!
Nov 17, 2024 3:58 AM
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If there’s one word to describe Blue Lock Season 2, Episode 7, it’s exhilarating.

Nagi's acrobatic goal was a masterpiece—pure poetry in motion! His calm, almost nonchalant demeanor after such an incredible display of skill makes him even cooler. The way everyone, from the stadium to those watching at home, stopped to process what they had just witnessed? Iconic. That kind of storytelling, even with limited animation, creates moments that stick. It’s moments like these that remind me why Nagi will always be my favorite character in Blue Lock. That goal wasn’t just a score—it was a statement. It was him introducing himself to the world in the most spectacular fashion. It's him saying "Japan, I have arrived!"
Nagi’s line—“Did i mess up introducing myself”—added the perfect touch of humility to his brilliance.

However, I can’t ignore the elephant in the room: the animation. The art style is amazing, and the visuals are sharp, but the animation itself leaves much to be desired. While it doesn’t ruin the show for me, there are scenes—like Bachira’s dribble—that could’ve been breathtaking with better animation. Instead, I found myself laughing at the clunkiness. But despite this, Blue Lock proves that you don’t need top-tier animation to make a great anime. The storytelling, character arcs, and sheer excitement more than make up for it.

Then there’s Sae Itoshi. While his talent is undeniable, his arrogance is a hard pill to swallow. Characters like Nagi, who combine skill with a cool and relatable personality, feel more compelling to me. Sae, on the other hand, exudes pride and aloofness, making him difficult to root for. But in a way, his demeanor adds depth to the rivalry, especially with his brother, Rin Itoshi in the mix

Ultimately, this episode is a showcase of what Blue Lock does best: creating moments that make you pause, rewind, and feel utterly amazed. While the animation isn’t perfect, the emotions, narrative, and unforgettable characters like Nagi make this a season worth watching. If you’re considering dropping it, let Nagi’s brilliance in this episode be a reminder of why you started in the first place.

9/10 for the episode. Nagi Seishiro, take a bow!
Nov 17, 2024 4:02 AM

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that shoot from nagi with that technique is really amazing !!

Nov 17, 2024 4:19 AM
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a0i-kun said:
i’ve rewatched nagi’s goal like 10 times. it’s so sick

Same here. I can’t get enough of it!
Nov 17, 2024 4:43 AM
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I did not see Shidou at all this episode. It was like he wasn’t making part of the team, considering the fact that he holds the 2nd place after Rin.

What an insane goal from Sae Itoshi! I knew he will score a goal at least sooner or later. But Rin did not give up and took his revenge. The triangle method worked for Rin, Isagi and Bachira and I was impressed by Nagi’s goal. Nagi has a huge potential, I knew from the beginning that he’ll be a legend.
Nov 17, 2024 4:52 AM
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why is there a terrible kindergarten theme song playing in the background?
Nov 17, 2024 5:07 AM
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It was an astonishing episode; the hype, execution, and Sae's goal, along with Nagi's final goal, were all perfect.
Nov 17, 2024 6:45 AM

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NAGI THE GOAT LETS GOOO!!!! THE ANIMATION MAY SUCK BUT NAGI IS BALLIN
Nov 17, 2024 7:50 AM
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Nagi Seishiro, the best character in Blue Lock, and I don't read cries!!

▫My skin crawled with the goal he scored.
Nov 17, 2024 7:57 AM
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I loved Nagi's action. It changed my perception of the anime.
Nov 17, 2024 8:09 AM

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this goal in mnagá is awesome, here it was more or less good, let's see the next ones
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Nov 17, 2024 9:41 AM
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best episode of the arc
Nov 17, 2024 9:55 AM
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I have no idea what's the commentator job in this game if Isagi is describing everything thats happening on the field. like literally heard the commentator talk two or three times in this episode.
Nagi's goal made my jaw dropped tho, the only good scene in this episode
Nov 17, 2024 10:00 AM
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nagi my goattttttttt
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