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Jan 18, 2023 5:58 AM
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I bet somehow, Cid is enjoying his although I guess pretending to be someone else in this festival may not be his idea of fun. His fight this episode felt lacking though.

On a more serious note, it also looks like Rose's friends are trying to save her. Interesting to also see Beatrix show up.
Stark700Jan 18, 2023 6:44 AM
Jan 18, 2023 5:58 AM
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Cid disguised himself as a weak fighter, it was a duel in gladiators that brought the mental down. the golden knight seemed to pull out a strange golden dragon move and yeah it seem like the knight made a mistake. Fighting Cid was tantamount to suicide. the blue haired girl had too many comments on the bunshin festival. Cid was really messing up the bunshin festival.

Iris was in a lot of trouble. It was Jimin (Cid) second win with a quick fight. The audience was also still looking down on Cid. The blue haired girl didn't seem to want to lose to Jimin, didn't that armour seem heavy? For some reason shaking her neck seemed strange. What is the purpose of the blue haired girl shaking her neck. Rose-san seems to be in trouble, involved in a battle...
Jan 18, 2023 6:55 AM
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Noooooooo!!! How can these episodes be so short.

The fight with Goldy really surprised me, he was actually pretty strong, certainly no pushover.

The neck crack and sneeze were so funny, even funnier with Annerose copying them.

A relative of Alpha's eh, that will be interesting.

Rose, I doubt you fully realise what you've gotten mixed up with.

borderlinerJan 18, 2023 7:02 AM
Quantum ille canis est in fenestra
Jan 18, 2023 7:07 AM
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Alexia and Beta-Natsume dynamic, is still as funny as ever. 

And Beatrix really looks like Alpha. She nearly took Cid's head off with that powerful swing 

Jan 18, 2023 7:18 AM
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The hilarious fights continued, with Mundane Mann (Cid) just dominating against everyone, but the more funny thing was Annerose and Quinton trying to analyze his movements, and thinking that they understood what was up, when they were just making up ways how Mundane Mann won every game in their minds, such as the cracking of the neck and sneezing.

The more intriguing thing that happened this episode was Beatrix appearing, and she looked like Alpha. She also had very high combat ability as well. Rose was also in trouble at the end, and why does this show always end with a cliffhanger centred around Rose? I don't know if I care a lot about that whole situation at this point.
Jan 18, 2023 7:23 AM
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Another solid episode.
This is what I'm always expecting. Every little thing from the main characters to the mob characters, they will have some line to say to make the story more realistic.

Alexia finally has some appearance and Rose is on the run, and Cid is playing a hidden OP mob character. It would have been nice to see his fight against Quinton but I guess we won't be getting it... unfortunately...

Annerose is an interesting side? character. Unfortunately, there's no "insect chirping" but instead, pure silence from the crowd while she did those embarrassing things... lol
CrazyButNot4UJan 18, 2023 7:28 AM
It's not that I dislike this genre but... to add unnecessary fan services to/in/for heroines
and ultimately destroys her character and personality; their purity tarnished because of it,
is the only thing I hope to not happen to them. For that sole purity is my fan service.
Jan 18, 2023 7:30 AM
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Alexia and Beta was quite amusing. Annerose sneezing was cute, wanna see more of her. Also hope nothing bad happens to Rose.
Jan 18, 2023 7:32 AM
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The sneeze is too OP!!!
Jan 18, 2023 7:35 AM
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I hoped that they put plot a little bit further and show more of princess Rose, but in other hand that's good they don't rush it... But waiting another week!!
Jan 18, 2023 7:42 AM

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Defeated by a neck crack and a sneeze combo. I wish I was creative enough to make up shit like that
Jan 18, 2023 7:51 AM
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you will get stronger
Jan 18, 2023 8:00 AM
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Another amazing episode.
What is Cid doing Playing a Mob character wow he is giving surprises the audience.
I hope nothing bad happens to Rose San she is trying to fled away from her family.
and that bastard perv asshat fiance of Perv asshat he manipulating something.
I hope Cid soon save her Rose from dangerous situations like she is in now.
Jan 18, 2023 8:15 AM
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OF COURSE AIZEN IS IN THE UNIVERSE
Jan 18, 2023 8:15 AM

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Another good shit episode!
That's all I hafta say
Jan 18, 2023 8:19 AM
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Awesome episode 😂😂🔥 and it was funny how anne rose tried to copy him lol
Jan 18, 2023 8:33 AM

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Okay, I'm in love with Annerose
These neck cracks and sneezes are precious
And how she just stood there with a confident smile after confronting Cid lmao
Jan 18, 2023 8:42 AM

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Dude literally just removed his shackles but that annerose girl didnt get him and tried to show she can also crack her neck.
Jan 18, 2023 8:45 AM

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It's awesome to see Mr. Perv Asshat is still in the game.

This show is a glorious rocket and I'm loving every second.
Jan 18, 2023 8:56 AM

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Annerose sneezing and cracking neck scene was kinda cute. And Cid just sneezed the dragon out of existence.


Jan 18, 2023 9:01 AM

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These episodes are too short. Annerose watching and then trying to imitate Munday Mann's moves such as the neck creaks and sneezes was stupid funny lol! And she then proceeds to try to show off in front of Cid, I think it's over for her unless Cid lets her win.

Meanwhile, Alexia's and Beta's interactions are great as always and hopefully they find Rose before she gets caught. I'm not sure what Mr. Asshat has planned but it looks like he's manipulating the king and Iris is upset. Lastly, Beatrix looks just like Alpha (I think that's her aunt) so I'm curious what's her purpose.
Jan 18, 2023 9:02 AM

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Look what a sneeze can do xD

Now I just hope Annerose doesn't snap her neck in two, I mean you shouldn't imitate the omnipotents.

Also the fact that Hayami Show's voicing Perv Asshat is too hilarious for some reason.
Jan 18, 2023 9:14 AM

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why is this anime so good i cant get enough of this
Jan 18, 2023 9:40 AM

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Hilarious episode. Definitely enjoying the second cour of this show much more than the first.
Jan 18, 2023 9:45 AM

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the episodes go by so fast istg. annerose was really cute and some rose action at the end was nice but worrying.

i love this anime, good ep as usual.
Jan 18, 2023 10:01 AM
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I liked the Piccolo reference.

And the names - Po Tato, Flukas Bullhead - continue, lol
Jan 18, 2023 10:03 AM

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Damn this anime just has so many great waifu's I can't choose. but By far this new purple neck cracking gal is in da top.

Behold of my awesomeness~
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Jan 18, 2023 10:09 AM
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Absolutely hysterical Annerose is copying Cid's secret martial techniques of cracking his neck and sneezing. LOL
Jan 18, 2023 10:18 AM

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Rose's stabbing of her fiancé Perv Asshat sets off a chain reaction of politics that could result in her punishment...but to dig the real reason, only Rose knows why. And that's Alexia and Beta's main objective before the kingdoms find and detain her for questioning.

Meanwhile, the background character sitting in the arena awaiting his next course of action and finding this elf girl Beatrix who's looking for her sister Alpha (that Cid definitely has an inkling but fakes out), it was a moment of unforeseen coincidences. Cid as Mundane Mann against Goldy Gilded with Annerose and Quinton watching vigorously, the Unbeaten Legend fumes against the man who doesn't give a shit about anything, both the head crack and the sneeze were the fight's decision maker. It's too hilarious to even make this up, this is just insane how this works at all.

Turns out, Perv Asshat is still alive with Iris, and there is something sinister about that. But no matter, Cid is onto the main tournament, and Annerose's threat isn't enough to deter him, not even her head crack. As Rose runs away from authorities, how long can she keep this farce up?

Interesting arc, we are at this point.
Jan 18, 2023 10:31 AM

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Lmao this tournament arc is interesting, Cid nailed the underdog role so well this time without overreacting. Especially the crack neck and sneeze move and the weight drops (rock lee?)
Jan 18, 2023 10:52 AM
🥊 CHAMPION 🥊

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Great tournament and hilarious!!! kekeke
Jan 18, 2023 10:57 AM
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how could an anime be boring and interesting at the same time? peak😍😍
Jan 18, 2023 11:18 AM

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This show never fails to be funny lmao
Jan 18, 2023 11:28 AM
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Stark700 said:

On a more serious note, it also looks like Rose's friends are trying to save her. Interesting to also see Beatrix show up.
For better or for course, the moment Rose takes back her kingdom, she knows which knights she can trust and which she won't place her trust on. Royalty always needs to have trustworthy knights be promoted into positions that require a lot of trust. All those foolish soldiers, that are eagerly hunting her, will never get promoted for the rest of their pathetic career. 
Anyway, just one look, I can understand why Rose stabbed her fiancé, I would be surprised if Iris doesn't notice. 

It is nice to see  Beatrix, a fantasy elf that has the "fashion sense" expected of a fantasy world;  Beatrix looks like she came out of Queen's Blade, need more characters with her "fashion sense."  🥰 
Jan 18, 2023 11:33 AM
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Maybe I lacks sense of humour or what, but still I didn't the show till now that funny.

I still consider this show as a serious one with bits of lacklustre comedy.

This episode was no different in that aspect. Its just I had to watch the show at slower pace to cope with the subtitles & simultaneous dialogues. This episode might do wonders in dubbed version & one may enjoy it to the fullest.
Jan 18, 2023 11:42 AM

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Are we really gonna have a neck cracking battle lmao
Jan 18, 2023 11:57 AM
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Who sneezes when they pop there neck Lol
Also I can’t believe he doesn’t even attempt to connect with his 700 female harem 
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Jan 18, 2023 12:24 PM
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Well given its a scandal of such magnitude its a given that her kingdom would want to handle it in private. Though not very ladylike Alexia's blunt nature can be useful at times. Still a seeker of Alpha huh. Looks like Cid's attempt to blend in ended up catching the attention of Annerose and Quinton. Shion Wakayama was the perfect seiyuu to pick for Annerose though. Winning the fight with a sneeze is a new one. Perv really has the worst personality. It would be most curious to see the fight between Cid and Ammerose though. Underground looks like the hunt for Rose is getting heated.
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Jan 18, 2023 1:09 PM

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I didn't expect him to go full Rock Lee. That part was quite enjoyable and right after that the blue-haired girl did the neck cracking man this is going places, quite good episode and I can't wait for more.
Jan 18, 2023 2:12 PM
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No estuvo mal, sigue con la historia.
Jan 18, 2023 2:35 PM
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Cid slowly fulfilling his bucket list
Jan 18, 2023 2:40 PM
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Annerose doing the neck cracking and sneezing were the highlights of the episode for me lol.

Cid is really enjoying himself in the tournament, his face lit up when he was given the perfect opportunity to drop those heavy as arm plates!!

Cid gonna come to the rescue of Rose for sure, I think?



Jan 18, 2023 3:43 PM
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"Don't think you're the only one who can do this" *cracks neck*

God I love this show, I almost died laughing at this, this show continues to be peak comedy.

Now I'm feeling sad that this  show will be ending soon unfortunately.
Jan 18, 2023 4:05 PM
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Poor Goldy, he thought he could be the legendary crack neck and sneezing techniques 
Jan 18, 2023 4:31 PM

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Next Week, Cid with Moonlight Sonata again kyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

Jan 18, 2023 5:06 PM

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I've been enjoying this anime from start to finish(well,up to now),but what has me giggling every bloody time is,of course,the names of people in this series.
Perv Asshat(just call me Lord Perv),jesus,somebody had bucketloads of fun coming up with these.
Any chance at the end,someone could make a list of all the funny names,then we can add any others we notice?
Jan 18, 2023 5:07 PM

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Annerose cracking her neck had me crying!

Episode was hilarious. Cid dropping those weights Rock lee style was so good.
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Jan 18, 2023 5:30 PM

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ah yes, the good old neck crack and sneeze technique, never fails. annerose becoming one of my faves.

that flex when cid took off the heavy plates tho.
Jan 18, 2023 6:38 PM
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Jan 18, 2023 7:09 PM
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Annerose trying to copy neck crack and sneeze was super cute and adorable <3

Too bad Cid later gaslighted her so hard i bet she died there [*] (but at least she passed away with beautiful smile <3 ) xDDDD
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