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Aug 14, 2018 10:00 AM
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Interesting, a chess game played outdoors like that...quite unique if you ask me.

Definitely one of the more thrilling episodes so far. It tested Lupin's mentality to a good degree. It's too bad the chess battle didn't end too well for Lupin's opponent. Getting shot by a sniper hurts.
Aug 14, 2018 4:12 PM
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This episode was great, that Sniper Vs Sniper duel was amazing, we don't get to see that kind of action often, Jigen is the best. I also loved Lupin's unwavering trust on him, he was composed throughout the ordeal even though he knew there was a sniper out there for his head, because he knew his partner wasn't going to fail.

He also provided first aid, and humored the old man by relinquishing the chess match. We don't get to know the reasons that man had for wanting to watch the "young Lupin" die right in front of him, but it doesn't matter, Jigen and Mirage were the focus here, and I must say that I was impressed that it turned out it was her daugther in the end. I guess Jigen really isn't that young anymore, somehow I never understood why Lupin called him an old man sometimes, I just assumed they had around the same age, but well, that only makes me like him even more. lol
Aug 14, 2018 10:08 PM
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It was different classic Jigen episode and a really nice one. Personally the soundtracks were the particularly most amazing thing in this episode(especially the remix of the old bgm) and the last twist was great too. Overall very satisfying episode.

The next episode is centering around Zenigata and Lupin. Kind of gives me feeling one of PartII episode.

One thing I am liking about PartV (compare to PartI & IV) is that how different each standalone episode is (which is due to different writer). So each episode feels refreshing to watch.
Aug 15, 2018 1:49 PM
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A tense episode with a chess match in the middle of a sniper death match. The jazz music and visuals were outstanding.

Aug 15, 2018 7:12 PM
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Man, this was a fantastic Jigen episode.
Aug 15, 2018 8:03 PM
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This is one badass episode!
The sound effects were ragingly chilling! it was perfect!
Jigen's the best marksman you can have!
Any info what sniper rifle both has? and that explosive rounds info? (i'll check reddit for that info)
Looks like next episode would be a better episode since Zenigata's gonna ba a criminal teaming-up with Lupin's group!
5/5.


Aug 17, 2018 8:48 AM
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I do wonder who her Father is.
Mar 26, 2019 11:07 PM
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Wait a minute, how did Jigen aim without his trusty hat?
That's just impossible xD

I guess this episode just a filler
Shame Jigen didn't meet with Mirage, the mom

Next ep, it's Zenigata!
I remembered him being on Lupin side because he stole a coin he shouldn't have xD
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Oct 27, 2019 1:33 AM
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"Hmmm, how do we take the classic sniper battle and give it a modern edge?"
"...drone?"
"Drone."
My guess on how they thought up this episode

Had a feeling Mirage was actually her kid, made me laugh when it was true. Is Jigen the father?

Nov 3, 2019 9:58 AM

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It's always so classy. Luv this show.
Mar 13, 2020 12:31 AM

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Honestly, I thought Mirage was a previous character from Part IV. If I remember correctly, Jigen also had a partner. I can't quite remember, but I do know they showed an episode of both of them being a mercenary and going their own ways.

Mirage's daughter could have surpass her mother. That's why Jigen had to stop her. She either could have been a merciless killer or someone who would regret what she did and turn basically what her mother did.

Poor old guy getting shot on the knee. That shit hurts especially ricocheting.

Also the name Mirage, kinda feels like she came from Metal Gear Solid series.

Sniper Wolf vs Mirage. Nice ring to it!

So we got Goemon, Fujiko, Jigen and next episode will be about Zenigatta.
Jul 19, 2020 11:10 PM
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In the world of Lupin III, if you're pretty you're always sympathetic, and you'll always have plot armor. Or perhaps in the world of fiction in general.
Jul 23, 2021 12:17 PM

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Jigen and a female blast from the past. Another obligatory episode.

One Piece episode 914 & 915 & 1027 were a mistake and 957 brought the salvation - FMmatron


Dec 1, 2021 4:05 AM
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Looks like Lupin and Jigen are sharing a room again here. I guess Jigen got Lupin to use a nasal spray a while back.
Jan 31, 2022 4:33 AM

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I also recalled Jigen needing his hat to aim accurately. It was mentioned in just one episode in the 70s, and he's proved he's a good marksman without it, but I prefer to think this one non-canon, because it was such a good explanation for his attire.
Mar 13, 2022 1:36 AM

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Mormegil said:
Man, this was a fantastic Jigen episode.


I always forget how badass Jigen can really be...
Mar 10, 2023 2:51 AM
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Recynon said:
In the world of Lupin III, if you're pretty you're always sympathetic, and you'll always have plot armor. Or perhaps in the world of fiction in general.


Apart from the two different women Jigen killed in Part 2, Linda (evil) and Cornelia (brainwashed).

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