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This episode turns out to be really good and full of character development. This is completely unexpected since I thought it'll just be full of character battles/power-ups but the writers actually have a really good story in between the battle. Also of interest is the modified ED theme, which has been given a different animation to reflect the story of the episode. I think this is the first time I've seen this kind of treatment given to the ED theme. I wonder if there is other series that has done this. Of course, there are series where the ED song runs at the same time as the actual story but that's not what I meant here. I'm looking for a specifically created ED that mirrors the story of the actual episode.
The plot is finally becoming a bit clearer here. I always thought that the Hiruko used in Xam'd and the ones used in Humanform weapon are similar but this episode suggests that they are actually different. I wonder what's different about the two though and if this is the reason why Akiyuki manages to control his transformation better than the humans who turn into humanform weapons. This episode also shows that both Haru and Furuichi are not going to be a mere bystander while Akiyuki goes on travelling with the postal ship. Even a supporting character like Akiyuki's father seem to have more role in the story than how he first appeared in the series. The animation is a bit inconsistent this week, which is rather disappointing considering BONES' track record with other series such as Soul Eater. Having said that, the episode does not look horrible at all. It's just that sometimes the characters don't look like the way they suppose to look.
What the hell is going on? It's like the story went from one thing and suddenly turn into whatever it is now. Halfway through this episode, the entire thing feels so all over the place that I no longer knows what the writers have in mind for ending. I just hope that they somehow manage to sort this thing out and not draw it out further into a third season. Maybe my joke about the show going into The End of Evangelion territory wasn't so far off after all. We now have: a mother who willingly puts her children in anguish for the sake of a plan, a crazed father willing to do anything to kill the old Gods, there's a weapon floating in the sky and pillars coming out looking like they are DNA strands. I wonder if the so-called rumor about how Code Geass not turning exactly how Taniguchi envisions it is true after all. It'd be unfortunate if that's the case and I would like to know how far back into the past these changes happened.
Hmm, this turns out to be spirit-festive weekend for me because in addition to watching this, I'm also watching the US remake of The Grudge 1 and 2. In case you're wondering, yes, I've seen the original version. I just want to see how different the remake turns out to be. So far, they're not as scary as the original for some reason. Maybe it's because I've seen the original and already know what's going to happen. Anyway, when I first saw the preview for this episode, I really thought that the chibi Kitsune is actually a girl. I should have know better than that but it's not until 'she' said that one day she'll become a man, I didn't have a clue. I think it was the long hair and the voice that confused me. Moving along, the series continues to impress me with the soundtrack. They really good and I wish that they have been backed up with equally good animation. I can't help but thinking what this series would have been like if it actually has Mushishi's animation style and quality.
This episode explains why Stein wanted Black Star to fight against Chrona instead of Maka. I don't think we'll ever find out how different the result of the fight would have been if Black Star went against Chrona but you can debate it if you choose to do so. I think if this had been Black Star, he'd have dealt with Chrona more effectively. In addition to this, Maka and Soul probably won't have to deal with the repercussion of using the Black Blood to win the battle. Having said that, the whole Maka and Soul turning dark fits with the whole "the kishin closest to us" idea. It'll be interesting to see how they deal with the dark power that they have now obtained from the Black Blood.
First thing first, am I the only one who thinks that the song that plays when Lelouch goes into meltdown mode on poor Rolo sounds like Koiuta? Yeah, I know it's completely inappropriate and all since Nunnally is supposed to be his sister but considering Lelouch's siscon tendency, it kind of fits. Plus, the lyrics pretty much describe the kind of emotion that Lelouch must be feeling right now. Of course, the song could also be a representative of Lelouch/Rolo relationship although if that's the case, I think some people will go "Oh Geass No". Seriously though, it's probably just something that the composer decides to rip off of Koiuta. After looking at some of the CD adverts, I think the title is either one of these ones: Innocent Days, Alone, Masquerade, or Stories. These titles will be in a Geass' side-CD called Angel Feather Voice. The songs are performed by Hitomi. (please see comments) Anyway, I'm really enjoying this episode for some reason. Maybe it's because there's a sense that the story is winding down and there's a clear direction of where this series might go.
It looks like the plot is finally going to move somewhere. I always feel that both Haru and Furuichi don't have much of a role beyond that of Akiyuki's classmates. From here on forward, however, it looks like they both are going to join the army to fight the humanform weapon. However, considering the fact that this will be the same army that is spearheaded by Kakisu and his crazy professor, I'm not sure if this is such a good idea. Kakisu seems to be working to fight the northern invader at the moment but given the right situation, I can see him turning around and want to become a dictator. There is a chance that Kakisu will become the main villain that Akiyuki and his postal ship crews have to fight later on in the story. Speaking of batshit insane villains, it's good to know that Nakiami's own little tribe is equally dysfunctional in this regard. This episode confirms that the one who's been sending humanform weapons is a Tessik-origin character who thinks that causing world chaos is a spiritual mandate. I suppose the writers want to draw comparison to real-life batshit insane terrorists.
This episode reminds me of various Japanese horror films where a person finds out that a ghost has been latching onto their neck/back all of these times *shudder*. Come to think of it, it was extremely nice of Natsume to help the youkai despite what happened earlier. I think most people would rather flee than having to deal with youkai. Especially since the youkai in question looks like Sadako from ', The Ring.
Well, here it is the big battle between Stein and his students vs. Medusa and her underlings. It should be interesting to see since the students are not exactly inexperienced against fighting some of the enemies. Both Maka and Kidd have face-off against Chrona before so at the very least they should know what to expect. Black Star is kind of clumsy but Devil's Eye is not exactly bright either so it's a match made in heaven. As for Eruka, she doesn't seem to be that powerful but if she is, I'm pretty sure that Kidd can take on her easily. The only one I'm worried about is actually Stein since Medusa has proven herself to be rather powerful. But now that he has Scythe-kun with him maybe his odd is better. I also can't wait to see Blair against those stupid mouse. It should be an easy win for the sexy cat considering that she's powerful and has 8 lives remaining now.
At this rate, the only two characters who stay alive will be Lelouch and Suzaku. Actually, I kind of want to see that just for amusement and to see how the fans react if these two are the only ones who stay alive while everyone else is dead. To begin with, that seems like the kind of thing that CLAMP will do. I know they don't write it but sometimes it feels like their influence goes beyond designing the characters. Having said that, I can't imagine the kind of reaction that such ending will bring. Let's face it, at this point, I think most people either hate Lelouch or Suzaku or both. If the only two people surviving are Lelouch and Suzaku, I can't imagine the riot that will ensue. Anyway, this episode makes me realize how sensational in-story death has become. In the olden days, death is a device that is used sparingly and have meanings to it. These days, death becomes some kind of shock tactic to maintain viewers' interest. Having said that, I guess it can't be helped with this series since it has so many characters against the main character.
