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Jul 3, 2013 1:04 PM

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HAHAHAHAHA THE ENDING DANCE! HAHAHAHA

Seriously, this was really gay, but I still like the anime itself!
Jul 3, 2013 1:05 PM

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I can't watch this Potential Masterpiece for now because my Net is currently Dead.

WHY IS MY LIFE IS SO FUCKING CRUEL
Jul 3, 2013 1:08 PM

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it has dubstep in the bgm, not dropping
Jul 3, 2013 1:09 PM
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uwaa, I really enjoyed this! I'm so happy something like this finally got made and can't wait to see the next episode
Jul 3, 2013 1:09 PM

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Keikau doori: Australia is the Dark Side and blondes are free :)



They also have Girls, a a (devoted) Sensei, and are in the right position for whatever comes first (pro-Magi ED, naturally).

Hopefully, the rivalry would develop into something creative.
Jul 3, 2013 1:14 PM
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I actually liked this more than i thought i would. I thought it would be boring fan service.

But i still couldn't stop laughing at how ridiculous it was.
Jul 3, 2013 1:14 PM

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Sourire said:
All the girls of MAL are finally coming out of their shelter to discuss an anime, its an incredible sight!

LOL you should see Chihayafuru's discussion, too

Really great first episode, fanservice everywhere c;
Jul 3, 2013 1:16 PM

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ihateeveryone said:
Sourire said:
All the girls of MAL are finally coming out of their shelter to discuss an anime, its an incredible sight!


Hurray!

It's actually really sweet to see people so happy and excitied about this. Now I wait for people to cry and complain about the undertones and ruin it.

And with that, I copy and paste this lovely statement:
"You can enjoy anime with yuri undertones like Yuru Yuri and whatnot and not insult it, but the minute something panders to fujoshi it’s horrible?"
well I won't complain down the road if theres some actual romance between a boy&girl, if not, the show is pretty.. ahem.. non-heterosexual.
Jul 3, 2013 1:17 PM

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No idea what to say.I guess...i enjoyed it?.Some scenes were pretty painful to watch though (as a guy), but yeah, in overall it wasn't that bad...i guess.I won't rate it until i see some more episodes.
Loving the OP tho.OLDCODEX FTW.


Auxoran said:
10/5 gift from heavens
Lol'd.
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Jul 3, 2013 1:20 PM

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PERFECTION!

Jul 3, 2013 1:20 PM

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lol Nagisa and Makoto skinny dipping. xD Wonder when they will introduce Rin?

Loved the ending animation KyoAni does not disappoint.
"What has two arms, two legs, and is alive? Not your favorite character lol! xD"
Jul 3, 2013 1:20 PM

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Fuck the haters this was so much fun
Jul 3, 2013 1:21 PM

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OP was awsome!

Pretty good first episode. Granted it was fanservice-y as heck for the ladies so I'm sure they enjoyed it more. Animation was a little lower quality than I thought it'd be but still it is KyoAni. Also really liking Mamoru as Rin.
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Jul 3, 2013 1:23 PM

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I think this is too fabulous for me.
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Jul 3, 2013 1:25 PM

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I never thought i would like this, but I liked and DAT ED.
Jul 3, 2013 1:25 PM
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Rin has some sharp teeth o_o Haru is so cute, I love how his eyes sparkle when he's excited about going in the pool. And also when Haru and Rin were going to race each other, pretty much the most epic way people can take off their clothes. Some of the bgm was nice, except what is this? Did I hear dubstep? The animation is crisp, as expected of KyoAni, hmm aside from that, there's not that much to say. I liked the comedy too. But that ED...the dance. Please no more of those Utapri-like horrid dancing D: First the ED of Brothers Conflict, and now this. At least the rest of the ED was pretty nice though. I liked the Arabic(?) theme. The OP was great too.
Jul 3, 2013 1:29 PM

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I loved it!! Ahhh so much fangirling~~ <3 <3

I screamed when Rin showed up hehe ^.^ I like the story so far! Haruka is such a tsun-tsun oh man

NAGISA WENT SKINNY DIPPING and I laughed pretty hard

Great OSTs, Opening song and the ending song, there was some epic music during the show as well! Excited for the rest of the show! (besides just fangirling all the time)
Jul 3, 2013 1:31 PM
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I really enjoyed this a lot. Generally I never pay attention to fanservice, but I guess I was paying attention to it this time. I mean he's cooking with nothing but his swimsuit and apron. I'm not saying I hate it though...
Jul 3, 2013 1:32 PM

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Oh man, I love the shit out of that ending. Hilarious.

The first episode did not disappoint. I was slightly worried I was getting a bit too hyped/expecting too much from this series, but KyoAni delivered (for the first episode, anyway). :)
Jul 3, 2013 1:33 PM

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This anime is gonna tank in sales.
Jul 3, 2013 1:33 PM
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I very much enjoyed this episode. The teacher seems really sweet. I hope she recites a bunch of poetry for my Chihayafuru needs.
Jul 3, 2013 1:33 PM

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I really liked the first episode, I think the boys are kind of adorable.
But that ending, damn is it catchy.
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Jul 3, 2013 1:33 PM

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I knew I would enjoy Free! even though I'm straight,thanks Kyoani.
Jul 3, 2013 1:33 PM

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OMG THIS IS GREAT. Thank you based KyoAni.

Also, I cannot stop watching THAT ENDING. Goddamn.
Jul 3, 2013 1:34 PM

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loved it.


i can see some really intense rivalry between Rin and Haruka, this is going to be good!!!

I hope they animate the swimming scenes well!
Jul 3, 2013 1:34 PM

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Shuhan said:
This anime is gonna tank in sales.


You must be joking. The fujoshi will eat this up instantly.
Jul 3, 2013 1:34 PM

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shymel said:
I very much enjoyed this episode. The teacher seems really sweet. I hope she recites a bunch of poetry for my Chihayafuru needs.


I wonder what she originally wanted to become.
Jul 3, 2013 1:36 PM

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Exactly what I expected.
And I enjoyed it.
Jul 3, 2013 1:36 PM
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Really great animation, but I can stand all that gay fanservice, why do they have to undress every minute, whe don't even see that in ecchi anime.

Definetly dropped.
Jul 3, 2013 1:36 PM

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Awwwww yeah. That was great. Can I ship Makoto and Gou it seems like a really nice ship to ship.

I loved the opening and the ending. I love how at the end of the ending Haruka just jumps out of his clothes. The opening was better imo.

Either way, as usual, top notch animation, KyoAni does not disappoint.

5/5
Jul 3, 2013 1:38 PM

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Veronin said:
Shuhan said:
This anime is gonna tank in sales.


You must be joking. The fujoshi will eat this up instantly.


They are the only ones that will be buying it. Those sales alone have to be minuscule.

Unless otaku like watching gay boys doing gay things.
Jul 3, 2013 1:40 PM

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"You were in the bath with your swimming trunks on again?" Looks like Makoto was pretty disappointed about not seeing Haruka's junk.

This is pretty much exactly what I was hoping for so I'm happy.

The songs are really catchy too. I like the ending, the outfits are cool.
Jul 3, 2013 1:40 PM

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Holy crap. KyoAni delivers.

Though I'm sure I'm loving this for all the wrong reasons.
Jul 3, 2013 1:41 PM

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In terms of sales, it'll probably be Chunibyou level. UtaPri realized the formula is sexualized bishounen + idol music. Free missed out on the idol music part so it's missing a large part of the fanbase.
Jul 3, 2013 1:41 PM

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Shuhan said:
Those sales alone have to be minuscule.

Unless otaku like watching gay boys doing gay things.


BAHAHA The UtaPr2000 vol 1 sales would like to speak with you (and that's just the latest example)

Please separate your tastes in anime from facts
Jul 3, 2013 1:42 PM
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nice ost. dont like the op and ed yet

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Jul 3, 2013 1:42 PM

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Be happy fujoshis!! This is for you ♥... sad... this isn't for me LOL... dropped.
english isn't my native language... ;)
Jul 3, 2013 1:42 PM

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Shuhan said:
This anime is gonna tank in sales.


Or do the exact opposite. We'll see.
Jul 3, 2013 1:44 PM

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Shuhan said:
Veronin said:
Shuhan said:
This anime is gonna tank in sales.


You must be joking. The fujoshi will eat this up instantly.


They are the only ones that will be buying it. Those sales alone have to be minuscule.


Fujoshi are pretty massive in number. Kuroko no Basket and UtaPri were some of the best selling anime in the past few years and they were almost exclusively catered to a female audience. Plus, KyoAni is bound to market Free to death like they do with all their series.
Jul 3, 2013 1:45 PM

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Good animation.
Characters seem terribly retarded, reminds me a lot of K-ON.
Good for the fujoshi, not for me, dropped.
So, What do you think is on the other side?
Jul 3, 2013 1:45 PM
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I loved it!
Jul 3, 2013 1:47 PM

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reiraaaa said:



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Jul 3, 2013 1:48 PM
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reiraaaa said:


I loved it!

10/10
would go clubbing again



also the plural of fujoshi is not fujoshis
Jul 3, 2013 1:50 PM

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I don't even know anymore
Jul 3, 2013 1:51 PM

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I usually hate ALL sport animes, especially reverse harem (only male) or so animes...but I friggin love this series >_<

Although, yes, I wish Haruka would learn to keep his clothes on, It's still pretty amusing to me xD
Cannot wait for more!!!
Jul 3, 2013 1:52 PM

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I was indifferent to this before it aired but this is pretty much gender swapped cute girls anime, sure is innovation right there, half the cast doesn't even act male. Not going to complain about manservice though cause swimming and it doesn't bother me, not as bad as I expected, so I'm going to keep watching. ED > OP
Jul 3, 2013 1:52 PM
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This one is for the fujoshi. Dropped.
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Jul 3, 2013 1:52 PM

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Loved the opening and ending.
I'm already drawn into the show. 9/10.
Jul 3, 2013 1:52 PM

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Love it! Looking forward to more episodes!!!
Animation is great, so far plot seems rather interesting.
Jul 3, 2013 1:55 PM

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Shirtless guys!
Hot shirtless guys!
Hot wet shirtless guys!
ME LOVE IT!

Story seems to be interesting!
Animation is perfect!
Characters are perfect!
Opening is so cool, but OMG! THAT ENDING!

wHOOO! ALREADY LOVE THIS SERIES!
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