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Ninnin Rewatch! 15 + 16

In episode 15, the MotW goes after Rodeomaru. Which means the mecha action starts 6 minutes in and doesn't stop until the end. Which means this episode is sweet. Not to say it's all flash. Kasumi gets to save the day by being really smart, Nagi and Fuuka do a lot of the legwork with Shurikenjin, Kinji gets his chance to shine at the end, and Yakumo is... there. This is also one of those times where the show practically revels in pulling the rug out from under Takaharu, which only makes him more endearing. Again, he's not the center of attention.

Episode 16 is really good. Like, wow. First of all, it's about Tsumuji (and by extension Takaharu and Fuuka), which pretty much guarantees its awesomeness. Second of all, Takaharu makes up for last episode by accidentally coming up with a (completely successful!) plan to trick the MotW. Third, Kinji gets a minor but important role listening in on the three of them talking about family stuff, furthering his development a little. I mentioned this a bit last time but I feel Kinji adds a lot to the group dynamic without taking anything away. The episodes since he showed up have been way more enjoyable than the already enjoyable first stretch of the show. It feels like this is where Ninninger really found its groove.