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Dec 11, 2008 5:21 AM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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The second half of the series really hasn't lived up to the first half, but I don't see how the story can get any slower, at least Haru is out of her cell and doing something (unlike most of the other characters).
Is that a beat kayak I see Haru riding in the preview O: (next episode should be good, it was so sad seeing Nakiami give up her kayak, those things are mega)
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YES! STUFF IS HAPPENING!!!! I gave this episode a 5 simply because next episode good stuff will be happening!!! (Which isn't really how it's meant to go as each episode should be rated on it's own merit...)

I didn't see the 'twist' in the episode coming, the one about Nakiami's sister. I really don't like how those black pills are made either, small wonder she's not quite with it.

The other thing I like about this episode is Haru. I'm really preferring her character over all of the others because she's getting the most development, she's also the only character who seems to be doing something (Akiyuki's STILL wandering about, and the Zanibani crew are STILL chilling on a beach) she's confident and is not afraid to take action. Can't wait for the next episode!!!
Dec 11, 2008 7:11 AM
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nice.



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Dec 11, 2008 5:58 PM
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I cant wait for the next episode.

Looks like everyone is just about to get into action!
Dec 11, 2008 7:17 PM
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im goin to watch it.....where?
Dec 11, 2008 7:43 PM
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Gargron said:
nice. i think akiyuki will soon remember his name; the eyeball is furuichi's ghost; and i adore the music after the ED. (i hope you understand which i mean; i'm searching for it all over the internet but i can't find it!)


i enjoyed this episode a lot, great twist with nakiami's sister. and hmm good thought about the eyeball being furuichi. you could be right.
Dec 11, 2008 8:40 PM
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That was an awesome ep. Akiyuki x Haru FTW
Dec 11, 2008 8:44 PM
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18 episodes in and I feel like I'm watching lost all over again where everything makes no sense
Dec 11, 2008 9:02 PM
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Great episode! I liked how the progression goes. Finally Haru gets to leave the island after all the happened to her finally I can say that I am glad Haru gets to do her own journey. On another note, anyone think that Kujireika and Nakiami's new outfit tends to be a little too tight I mean the boobs. Really it sure made them sexier.

It sucks the North government actually plundered the Holy Land and the Quickening chamber. They had their reasons for Redsky stones but that is self-interest on their part.

Tokohazuki flowers? Interesting name of flower in this series. Tamayobi and Tamayobi maidens. New stuff and them saying about the maidens do some sort of celestial ceremony. The customs of Nakiami's village are fascinating in terms of sci-fi fantasy.

Dr. Ryuzo with Haru and the cryptic message of Nazuna was all fascinating once again. One phrase goes like "At the summit of a tall towe, the darkness works to devour him." Pretty cool.

I think that Midori's selfish act of getting better is BS. I mean I don't think the experiments of the army will make her better. I think that making her better will only be a illusion. In fact she might turn into a Xam'd and that would make me very angry indeed. I never trusted that army that has as commander Toujirou Kakisu. So I think they will trick Midori into something since she is a sucker to have her condition cured.

Can someone please tell me when those guys under the command of Benikawa Ishuu will leave with their ship? Because it has been at least 5 episodes and they are nowhere near the take off part with the ship. I still do not get it why there has not been major repairs done yet. Good to see Raigyo and who the hell Zeygand? I forgot.

So if I get this, by having the Prana producing Ututu seeds mix with virgin blood from Maidens of Tamayobi it produces fruits that are Hirukos of Tamayobi Maidens Life spirits? and does not blossom into Ongoro? Those Hirukos in turn made Kujireika into a Xam'd. O_O so shocking. Apparently this is all due to her duties to take her father's duties as chief of village.

So Kujireika never was born as Tamayobi yet how could she get the traditions. Usually if one is not born of the village some of them throw them out as aliens but Kujireika even became leader of that village. So basivally she blames Nakiami for leaving the village because she had to go to lady Sannova and never returned? That is bad but I do not think it is Nakiami's fault. There were somethings that had to be done according to traditions.

On in the end Midori becomes a rebel to her sister before she leaves even if Haru says that they will trick Midori (like I think anyways). Akiyuki just needs to remember his name but does not want to. Well we have some mental complex here but I understand if one refers to what he suffered (his friends death) before he went like this.

Liked the episode and 5/5

1. Kujireika and three Hirukos? O_o
2.Midori being stubborn and rebel. I am seeing big regrets from the stubbornness.


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Dec 11, 2008 9:13 PM

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Moving right along, moving right along...
Looks as if next ep will be significantly faster-paced, although it may also be a big disappointment.

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I didn't see the 'twist' in the episode coming, the one about Nakiami's sister. I really don't like how those black pills are made either, small wonder she's not quite with it.
I knew there was something wrong with her as soon as I first saw her photo (the one Raigyo took).

Oh, and Midori can just go screw herself, that Ill Girl.
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Dec 11, 2008 9:13 PM
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Esquire said:
YES! STUFF IS HAPPENING!!!! I gave this episode a 5 simply because next episode good stuff will be happening!!! (Which isn't really how it's meant to go as each episode should be rated on it's own merit...)


That's alright :) Sometimes, as in this case as well, I do that too. Because while I enjoy the set-up, really we care about where the stories going. Of course, episodes like these will be referred too in many flashbacks for some shows, just highlighting different new things we've learned.
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slayer545-sama said:
Great episode! I liked how the progression goes. Finally Haru gets to leave the island after all the happened to her finally I can say that I am glad Haru gets to do her own journey. On another note, anyone think that Kujireika and Nakiami's new outfit tends to be a little too tight I mean the boobs. Really it sure made them sexier.


Yeah, those outfits looked like they were designed to be tight around the waist, and even tighter around the bust. Haru on her own journey looks like being the best bit in the series so far. (Popular character, getting development and doing stuff.)
Dec 12, 2008 3:24 PM

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I bet Midori gets it good
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Anyone else get the feeling we will be seeing Midori shooting at either Akiyuki or Haru at some point in this series?

And I'm loving Haru getting the Kayak back.
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Gargron said:
nice. i think akiyuki will soon remember his name; the eyeball is furuichi's ghost; and i adore the music after the ED. (i hope you understand which i mean; i'm searching for it all over the internet but i can't find it!)


i enjoyed this episode a lot, great twist with nakiami's sister. and hmm good thought about the eyeball being furuichi. you could be right.


It's not furuichi's ghost it's that kid in the jail cell talking to Akiyuki like he was doing with Nakiami and the doctor. This is how he knew Akiyuki was in the north. I'm not exactly sure what the eye ball actually is though. It could be some random humanform creature or possibly something apart of Akiyuki that can detach it's self from him.
Dec 13, 2008 4:07 AM

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nice drama...
last five episode was really touchie...

hmmmm...
nikami x akiyuki or
haru x akiyuki??

me x nakiami ftw!!!!
Dec 13, 2008 4:20 AM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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The second half of the series really hasn't lived up to the first half, but I don't see how the story can get any slower, at least Haru is out of her cell and doing something (unlike most of the other characters).
Is that a beat kayak I see Haru riding in the preview O: (next episode should be good, it was so sad seeing Nakiami give up her kayak, those things are mega)


Totally agree with you. after Furuichi's death and Akiyuki forgets his name the series goes really slow and spend the whole episodes on nothing, nothing really interesting. ep 18 at least shows us something interesting is going to happen the next ep. I truly hope the series will come back to itself cuz it was awesome until ep 15 and it's just too bad =/

I really looking forward seeing Haru X Akiyuki next ep.

ohhhh by the way in ep 17 when Haru put the commander's hand on her chest... FTW!
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Such a slow show. As someone stated earlier, second half has so far not lived up to the first half. This should have been a 50 episode show as there are some good ideas and plot build up, but for 26 we should be going faster than where we are.

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Dec 14, 2008 12:49 AM

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Akiyuki trumps Midori

I'm calling it now
Dec 14, 2008 4:56 AM

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Akiyuki trumps Midori

I'm calling it now
I think Midori may be a little like Furuichi — it's difficult for her to see the big picture, and she lets her emotions get in the way too much.
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Dec 15, 2008 12:20 AM
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Happy that Haru is back to her original goal. It's pretty cool that Haru's imouto might cause another conflict, wonder what's gonna happen with that, probably might rip her own head off or something. Really wished this was 50 eps cuz it seems like things will be rushed from now on.
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finally something's happening. I thought Akiyuki would be interesting to watch during his amnesia but so far he's been a real bore..
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Eventful episode. Didn't expect Kujireika to be so desperate. Preview for the next ep looked great, can' wait.

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Good episode. Really good.
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It's pretty cool that Haru's imouto might cause another conflict, wonder what's gonna happen with that

Maybe some Haru vs. Imouto stuff at the end of the anime? D:
Dec 19, 2008 1:06 PM
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Ok, this episode largely redeemed Xam'd for the last 6 or 7 average ones. It was just fantastic and right. Incredible developments and a great premise for the ending arc, I really can't wait for the next episode now...

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Good god, you people need to shut up with all the whining about the show being "so slow". You're almost as annoying as angel999 slayer545-sama. Go watch DBZ if there aren't enough energy balls and power-ups for you in this show, for fucks sake.

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Le sigh.

"Le sigh?" Half-French sighing? Fuck you too.
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Good god, you people need to shut up with all the whining about the show being "so slow". You're almost as annoying as angel999 slayer545-sama. Go watch DBZ if there aren't enough energy balls and power-ups for you in this show, for fucks sake.
Le sigh.
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Dec 21, 2008 10:22 PM

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Yes, Haru is back to her normal self :D
Dec 30, 2008 9:46 PM

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Not much happening D: I mean Akiyuki still refusing to remember his name and Haru finally getting a move on, I guess high light of the episode was when it was revealed Nakiami's sister was a Xam'd.
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wow midori is srs bsnss


overall, nice ep
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flying machine pwnage starting next ep lol
Jan 26, 2009 10:34 AM
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Midori is getting annoying just like furuichi.
Jan 26, 2009 11:19 AM

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looks like things finally begin to to move. Kujireika was awesome.
Jan 27, 2009 4:59 PM

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What's with these younger sisters turning against their older sisters?
Feb 8, 2009 12:46 PM

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yeah indeed a lot of sister fights, haru became really strong, now i dont know who akiyuki should end up with><


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Weird, I have the opposite reactions to the complaints here. I felt like the show went virtually nowhere between ep 1 and 13, then took off from there. Getting off of that damned airship was a good direction since I couldn't stand most of the characters on it...

I don't really want to see that cliche crew again; but I suspect we sorta have to, eh? They can't stay stuck out on the beach forever.
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YES! STUFF IS HAPPENING!!!! I gave this episode a 5 simply because next episode good stuff will be happening!!! (Which isn't really how it's meant to go as each episode should be rated on it's own merit...)

I didn't see the 'twist' in the episode coming, the one about Nakiami's sister. I really don't like how those black pills are made either, small wonder she's not quite with it.

The other thing I like about this episode is Haru. I'm really preferring her character over all of the others because she's getting the most development, she's also the only character who seems to be doing something (Akiyuki's STILL wandering about, and the Zanibani crew are STILL chilling on a beach) she's confident and is not afraid to take action. Can't wait for the next episode!!!


This.

Mainly for, Akiyuki still wondering about. I do find the old lady charming though. And The Zanibani crew. Atleast we get to see a more docile side to Isshu.

Kujireika. Can't wait to see more of her. Seems a bit touched in the head. xD
May 26, 2009 12:16 PM

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Looks like Nakiami's breasts are growing faster than the story. Hope next one will be better.
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wooo. all this sibling rivalry..
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Geez, Midori getting exploited by the Army is sad. Oh wells, I only care about Hary anyways.

Next episode BETTER pick up it's pace or I'm going to be mad!!!
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Good god, you people need to shut up with all the whining about the show being "so slow". You're almost as annoying as angel999 slayer545-sama. Go watch DBZ if there aren't enough energy balls and power-ups for you in this show, for fucks sake.

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Le sigh.

"Le sigh?" Half-French sighing? Fuck you too.

Mad as fuck.
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"I'm coming for you Akiyuki!" - It would be so great if by the end of the season, Akiyuki remembers who he is or whatever, winds up boning the cloud rider, and then Haru finally finds him, "I've been searching so long, my love", and then... has to cry all the way back home.

Although, I'm pretty sure I'll look back at this post and laugh in the near future when the real ending winds up being totally depressing.
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At last a good episode, as well as the next one.
Nice to see Haru is back to her old self. And Akiyuki has to remember his name quickly, how many episodes it is been since he lost his memories?
Anyhow, the next episode seems like some shits may happen.
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Haru has escaped and is now going after Akiyuki! Nakiami sister being Xam'd and lots more information although a rather slow episode the information was still quite good!
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Why did the Assistant Army Lady let Haru out in the first place?
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"It's my turn now." Yeah Midori it's your turn to become a monster. And in a coupe of episodes, you'll be sobbing and going "sorry onee-chan." Ugh I know I should be more sympathetic but this is just... -_-

Haru's finally thinking for herself and doing something.
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The execution is definitely above average, and the pacing decisions are very interesting. Now, if there were characters or a main idea that I cared about, I might not be thinking about dropping it 18 episodes in.
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I see many people saying the story progression is slowing, that’s because akiyuki has forgotten his name. But the problem is, that many people don't pick up the fact he feels guilty of furuichi’s death. We can see yango senses that kujireika is a xam’d, so we know somehow xam’d’s can sense each other. Knowing this, akiyuiki must’ve picked up that furuichi died. And i assume, he feels guilty because furuichi’s jealousy of him drives him to his death. This coupled with the fact he says “i don't want to remember my name”, only hints at his guilty feelings. It’s disappointing how many people didn’t pick up such an important aspect of akiyuki’s character.
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So Prois really let Haru go? Guess she felt sympathy for Haru. Apparently the white haired children are trying to stop the war by creating xamd. The people in Tessic are planning to take back their homeland. I am not sure if these two factions are the same or not. But their interests align to some extent. What is that black blob with Akiyuki though? It has the same voice as the radio transmissions from the northern government.
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That was a dense episode. We learned a lot about Tenjo and Haru is on her way to Akiyuki now. Midori is closer to death and Yango gets a little wiser every day. 

It's pretty hard not root for Haru and Akiyuki at this point. If there is such a thing as a happy ending in this anime, I hope it involves Akiyuki and Haru. I wonder if Nakiami will ever find happiness.

Perhaps Nakiami will die too.

It turns out Tessik village isn't cold after all. But I still prefer Senten Island. 

Is it really necessary to cause an explosion to make Xam'd? Did all those people really have to die? I just don't accept it.
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