[Switchblade]

Okay, first things first: gummie commercials totally don't count.



Yeah, i liked this one. I'm definitely getting a strong early Heisei vibe from the way the story is structured and I am loving it. It almost feels like I'm watching Ryuki again. So far the show is totally living up to its "no more two-act structure" promise and it is really working for me. I'm still having some trouble accepting the fruit, though.

[ComicGuy89]

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Originally Posted by Blade Raider

While I think Akira's argument is very flawed, I at least see why she would try that approach when she thinks it's just a game that Kuota isn't directly participating in (in that she doesn't know Kouta's getting in the ring himself). Her view is Kouta's playing Pokemon and he's getting paid for it. That is not a real job.

Again, I think Akira's approach is wrong. I just understand her line of thinking. I hope she tries something else next time because this argument just isn't very good.

I agree that her logic is full of holes. If Kouta can't play Pokemon and earn money off it, then athletes might as well not work since they're not doing a "real job". After all, they serve to entertain others and compete for themselves. Same with actors and the whole premise of making TV shows like Kamen Rider Gaim.

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Originally Posted by SPLIT LIP

His sister's reasoning was insanely idiotic, and thus has become my least favourite character. Her deffinition of a job is incredibly dumb and vague. Technically he is helping strangers. He's providing entertainment for all the people who watch him. Sure, we know it's not what Kamen Rider powers are for, but how can she know that?

I mean hell, I don't think her acting in this show helped anyone who was hungry, but I bet she still got paid. Who wrote that shit? And I notice she doesn't work, she just farts around the kitchen all day while he fights monsters. Self-entitled idiot.

Now I feel there's a little bit of irony in the script. I went to wiki Akira up and turns out she works for Yggdrasil as an office worker. Maybe, just maybe, the show will call her out on her holier-than-thou behaviour (which was present not only in this episode but earlier too) later on.

[KRX]

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Originally Posted by Switchblade

Okay, first things first: gummie commercials totally don't count.



Yeah, i liked this one. I'm definitely getting a strong early Heisei vibe from the way the story is structured and I am loving it. It almost feels like I'm watching Ryuki again. So far the show is totally living up to its "no more two-act structure" promise and it is really working for me. I'm still having some trouble accepting the fruit, though.

Actually, Kouta did say "juicy" in this episode.



I really liked this episode. Kouta's sister's spiel about what a job is caused me to ponder whether I agreed with that or not, but aside from that, I like the realistic angle that they're going for.

Oh, and Baron's last line... that can't be good.

[Electric Turahk]

So... where are you guys who watch it on YouTube doing it again? ;_; Or is it not the same channel every week?

[KRX]

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Originally Posted by Electric Turahk

So... where are you guys who watch it on YouTube doing it again? ;_; Or is it not the same channel every week?

I watch it through a playlist. Just search for it.

[Electric Turahk]

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Originally Posted by KRX

I watch it through a playlist. Just search for it.

So if you watch through a playlist and know exactly where to direct me... why can't you just do that?

I have done that. Even checked playlists. Can't find full episodes beyond just somebody who uploaded episode 1 yesterday.

[ComicGuy89]

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Originally Posted by KRX

I really liked this episode. Kouta's sister's spiel about what a job is caused me to ponder whether I agreed with that or not, but aside from that, I like the realistic angle that they're going for.

I disagreed with her reasoning, but it also reminded me of how in real life there can be people with conflicting or judgmental opinions who may not necessarily be correct. Like teachers or friends who give bad advice based on assumptions. It's definitely realistic in that sense and I hope they explore it further.

[KRX]

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Originally Posted by Electric Turahk

So if you watch through a playlist and know exactly where to direct me... why can't you just do that?

I have done that. Even checked playlists. Can't find full episodes beyond just somebody who uploaded episode 1 yesterday.

Here you go.

[Paladin]

Pretty good episode. Didn't get to see enough of Baron fighting but hopefully that will change. Also nice to see them keep building the world of Gaim with the school and corporate interests.

Also, I agree the conversation is handled badly but I can understand why Akira won't take Kota's money: he's essentially gambling with his seeds, cash and quite possibly his life. Anytime someone gambles like that, eventually they lose. Its reasonable that Akira doesn't want her brother to go down that road.

[ComicGuy89]

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Originally Posted by Paladin

Pretty good episode. Didn't get to see enough of Baron fighting but hopefully that will change. Also nice to see them keep building the world of Gaim with the school and corporate interests.

Also, I agree the conversation is handled badly but I can understand why Akira won't take Kota's money: he's essentially gambling with his seeds, cash and quite possibly his life. Anytime someone gambles like that, eventually they lose. Its reasonable that Akira doesn't want her brother to go down that road.

Yeah there are good reasons for it, but she should have mentioned these reasons. Like "Kouta, you'll always end up losing when gambling" or "Kouta, that game you're playing is dangerous, I can't support it", etc. Or even a direct one, "Kouta, gambling is not a good way to earn a living."

But well, people don't always express things properly.