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Jul 11, 2022 10:00 AM
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The show is back and looking sharper than ever. Besides of our main cast, Takeda is also back.

It looks like Musashi and Kanemaki still share a good relationship just like as usual. Seems this episode is setting up events for the upcoming episodes, or rest of the season. Also, I'm curious to see how Michiru and Musashi's relationship will develop this season. Not going ot lie but I think that ED theme song is cute.
Jul 11, 2022 10:00 AM
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The continuation of Orient into The Battle of Awaji Island arc, hopefully it has a better showing than the prologue in Winter.

A decent OST this time, though a downgrade.

The Kanemaki Band of Musashi, Kojiro and Tsugumi are back, and gathering at the Uesugi Band's Alliance as outsiders for the Awaji Island battle that is unusual from the rest with Naoe Kanetatsu as the band's secretary awaiting the VIP arrival of the Uesugi Lord...that turns out to be Takeda Naotora of the Takeda Band. Of course he hasn't forgotten about both Musashi and Kojiro, now being one of the 5 Great Generals, the 2nd strongest behind the Uesugi captain himself: Uesugi Tatsuomi, whom is summoned to help slay the Kishin of Awaji Island: the green serpent Yamata no Orochi, one of Four Blights of the Black Kishin, the First Oni of Hinomoto which laid devastation for 150 years.

Finding Tatsuomi for answers to Kojiro's dad is tough, and that's even tougher for the Uesugi Band since they value family above everything else and not of keen towards outsiders. And Musashi leads the pack to find answers, starting with the unauthorized entrance onto the humongous Uesugi Castle, and unexpectedly finding Tatsuomi reflecting on his thoughts and resolution...to only get caught in the crossfire.

The trio gets separated, and what awaits Musashi...is the Uesugi Alliance of Bushi on faction mode since this is the first meeting. The first order of business: asserting a leader, and it's between Amako Hisami of the weakest Amako Band and Shimazu Akikiro of the strongest Shimazu Band. Thankfully, Musashi isn't alone, as there's Michiru, and since the infighting is not at wit's end, this is Musashi's chance to test his swordmanship against the two already established Bushi leaders.

A decent restart that'll see both Musashi and Michiru's relationship develop in this ferocious battle (as implied by the ED visuals)...gonna see what's the deal with that this season.
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Jul 11, 2022 10:50 AM
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Lord Uesugi is nepotism at its most extreme form. He seems like a very nice guy who won't hesitate to put his live to save his own kind, but mark a big emphasize at "his own kind". LOL Do I like him? Yes, with those big muscle and a yakuza-like tattoo, and the way he casually in a shirtless mode, what's not to like?

Talking about blood tied, I kinda afraid at the fact that Kojiro has different hair color than his dad, in an anime that hair color indicate the relationship, this seems like Kojiro is not blood-related to his dad. But the better answer might be his dad want to marry someone outside a clan, possibly a woman with yellow hair, that might also explain if his dad get expel from his clan for this reason. Oh I wish his dad was alive, could he survive from the execution that pull his arms and legs apart? It's not like they cut his head. I'd still date him even without his limbs.

I already forget who's the purple hair girl, at first I guess she's probably someone at sword selection process, but it seems like she's a princess, but why does princess in this room full of bushi? Is her also a bushi herself? I just forget all detail from the first season, maybe I shouldn't watch 30+ anime per season anymore. Or maybe it's just because I'm bad at remember female character.
Jul 11, 2022 10:58 AM
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they're gonna adapt this whole arc in 12-13 ep it seems, this ep adapted 6 chapters and skipped some things, this arc is 73 chapters long.
Jul 11, 2022 11:33 AM
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Great episode! We are back with Tsugumi, Musashi and Kojiro! The new OP is great!
They aren't allowed to see Lord Uesugi as he is in battle.
Takeda is on board the helicopter...
He forgot Musashi! But he was just joking xD. Takeda Naotora is a rival to Uesugi himself as he is one of the five grest generals! The Uesugi lord wants help slaying the Kishin of Awaji...
The Yamata No Orochi kishin is very powerful and a descendant of the black oni.
Musashi was actually talking to Lord Uesugi! Seems he is angry he is an outsider...
They get sent to the barracks and Musashi is seperated from the other two.
Musashi's special survival skill, determining the hierarchy amongst a group of people!
Seems Shimazu Akihiro is amongst the group and well known.
Michiru is also here! But

Looking forward to the next episode!
AISHITERU...REM!
Jul 11, 2022 11:39 AM
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We got quite a bit of worldbuilding in this ep.
We see that outsiders are not welcomed and family is more or less put first.
Alongside that, we learn of the Black Kishin and how it spawned 4 major monstrosities and one of them, Orochi, will be one they have to battle.
We see that the Blue haired dudes group is one of the top bands around and see this Lord dude to really despise outsiders.
Music was fine but kinda not as great as first season.
They do the typical stuff of MC not knowing someone important and having close ties to them but i like it regardless.
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Jul 11, 2022 12:01 PM
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Hmm okay, well the island arc is somewhat going to be interesting especially that Uesugi guy that definitely looks threatening (judging by his reaction when he learned that Mushiro is an outsider lol) but now forced to join the battle preparation with the other groups fighting for a leader in this 1v1v1 battle I hope that he'll get to win just to see them surprised xD
Jul 11, 2022 12:28 PM
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The second half of Orient kicks off with Musashi and his band meets up with the Uesugi band, but unfortunately they were not allowed to meet with leader of the Uesugi house because he's preparing for war and does not take kind to outsiders. Fortunately the leader of the Takeda was there to vouch for them as allies of his band. Musashi tries to sneak into the Uesugi band's castle, but was caught by running into the leader of the Uesugi house.

Turns out the the Uesugi band is preparing for war to hunt down the green Kishin which happens to be the offspring of the great black Kishin monster. Calling for all know big bushi bands to form under the Uesugi alliance while smaller and unknown bands are sent to the front lines which is where Musashi and his band are being drafted to. Musashi gets separated from his group and gets placed in another group of smaller bands who are deciding who should be squad leader. It came down to Amako Hisami and Shimazu Akikiro challenging each other to a reverse blade fight while Musashi jumps in to make a it three way fight.
Jul 11, 2022 1:05 PM
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It was good, i loved it i can't wait for the episode 2 this episode was good Musashi will get some good development in the next episodes i think
Jul 11, 2022 5:47 PM

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bad adaptation for me, sad


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Jul 11, 2022 10:52 PM

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Glad this one came back. When I started it, I honestly didn’t think it would so that last ep announcement was a surprise.

Seems these Bushi are pretty tough but boy is everyone kind of a pain in the ass lol. Let my guy talk to the lord damn it! Kid just wants to learn about his pops haha. This whole ep I was wondering if we would get more info on who Kojiro’s dad is. I bet he’s related to the Uesugi, maybe a close relative or something but he’s definitely not some nobody. Well, once Musashi wins that fight he’ll be one step closer to properly talking to the lord.
Jul 12, 2022 12:23 AM

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nanashi796 said:
they're gonna adapt this whole arc in 12-13 ep it seems, this ep adapted 6 chapters and skipped some things, this arc is 73 chapters long.

I hope for 24 episodes. How much material was skipped? I haven't watched the first episode yet.
Jul 12, 2022 1:04 AM
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-Marce said:
nanashi796 said:
they're gonna adapt this whole arc in 12-13 ep it seems, this ep adapted 6 chapters and skipped some things, this arc is 73 chapters long.

I hope for 24 episodes. How much material was skipped? I haven't watched the first episode yet.

its gonna be 12 is confirmed
Jul 12, 2022 1:45 AM

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DerpySven said:
-Marce said:

I hope for 24 episodes. How much material was skipped? I haven't watched the first episode yet.

its gonna be 12 is confirmed

Yes, I read about it. How much was skipped from the manga?
Jul 12, 2022 1:53 AM

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Well this was enjoyable.

Who tf is Michiru? Am I forgetting something? This is the first time I've seen her.

Them letting Mushashi join the fight was too unatural.

5/5 enjoyment wise.




Jul 12, 2022 3:37 AM
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-Marce said:
DerpySven said:

its gonna be 12 is confirmed

Yes, I read about it. How much was skipped from the manga?
I havent read the manga but i know there were 6 chapters in the last episode and this arc is 72 73 xhapters long so they Will skip something ig
Jul 12, 2022 5:26 AM

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DerpySven said:
-Marce said:

Yes, I read about it. How much was skipped from the manga?
I havent read the manga but i know there were 6 chapters in the last episode and this arc is 72 73 xhapters long so they Will skip something ig

I also don't read the manga.

Thanks for the info!
Jul 12, 2022 8:15 AM
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We are now getting ready for the biggest mission to slay the kishin in Awaji island and this one is one of the strongest, musashi and his band are now with the other bands who are taking part in this mission, looking forward for more.
I give it 5/10.
Jul 12, 2022 9:29 AM
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Really good episode to start the second half, but I cannot help thinking that it seemed like the plot progressing compared to the manga in my opinion. Also, based on the new ed it seems like they will adapt the entire arc hopefully they don't skip over much in doing this because I think this arc is every good manga.
Jul 12, 2022 10:52 AM
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I liked it because the episode shows Musashi seeking to know about Kojirou's father but ends up getting into trouble for not being an ally of the Uesugi family
Jul 12, 2022 1:30 PM
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I already notice how much better the animation is and Which makes me kinda excited. The first season was ok but I have hope for this.
Jul 12, 2022 1:34 PM

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Kdog1998 said:
Really good episode to start the second half, but I cannot help thinking that it seemed like the plot progressing compared to the manga in my opinion. Also, based on the new ed it seems like they will adapt the entire arc hopefully they don't skip over much in doing this because I think this arc is every good manga.

Of course plor progressed. Not so much, I think, they skipped from the manga.
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I already notice how much better the animation is and Which makes me kinda excited. The first season was ok but I have hope for this.

Me too! I like Orient and will watch it and read the manga after this season ends. Also hope for next season!
Jul 12, 2022 8:28 PM

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I am really surprised the design of those vehicle got approved by the developer or publisher.
It is so lacklustre, modern vehicles on a fantasy and seemingly Japan medieval era, and only added bunch of crystal to make it look "special".

For Musashi, It is first time I saw someone holding a sword like this, although it is super weird but it is quite unique.
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Jul 13, 2022 5:38 AM

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pretty nice start into this arc

but who tf is michiru??? lmao i swear ive never seen her before
Jul 13, 2022 5:56 AM

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oh nice! S2 here we go!
riot/chaos already! i'm ready my body lolz
5/5.


Jul 13, 2022 6:28 AM

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Musashi looked good in those clothes. He still reminds of Ichigo, he has that style and attitude outlined by Ichigo.

The threeway battle seems promising, especially the guy with the legs.
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Jul 17, 2022 2:44 AM

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I hope they won't cut crucial parts to adapt all the arc in these 12 episodes.
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Bueno... veremos como avanza todo

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