As it turns out, I watched episode 15 and 16, but for some reason didn't post about it. So I'll keep my thoughts short since I may mix some of it up the novel, lol.
Episode 15 - Kitamura... you're not just some supporting character with no development now!
Episode 16 - Awesome, simply awesome. It was so epic how Taiga went there and then Sumire accepted her challenge. Really great stuff.
And what I just watched...
Episode 17 - New OP & ED! Excellent ones too. I still want to know the importance of oranges and romance in Japan, it's a recurring thing and no one can answer why. Anyway, I love Kitamura's radio show. So funny how the teacher is on there, poor lady, lol. Taiga had quite a few cute moments this episode too. Haruta's dream was epic in the beginning, and then it tanked badly... really badly, lol.
Episode 18 - Wow. Just, wow. So much.. emotion. I was crying a little at the end there too. I don't think anyone saw that ball coming through the window, I sure didn't. Such a pretty star too. So, does everyone see the symbolism and all there? The star being Taiga's heart which Minori is afraid to break if she goes out with Ryuji. And then Ryuji's lines about fixing it applying to everyone's heart.
As for the novel, little things were left out as usual, nothing vital to the story so kudos to JC Staff. I guess they can do a good adaptation if the source material is all there for them, lol.
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Originally Posted by Haak
Episode 15;
Kitamura is a horribly underrated character. At the time I thought Kitamura was just to remain "That guy Taiga would eventually get over", but it turned out he had his own story to tell. And I definitely liked how Taiga veiwed his relationship with Kitamura by comparing to the stars.
I think the funniest moment was when Morning Mom kicked them out of the house, but special mention goes to Kitamura breaking down and screaming "ALL!" repeatedly.
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Yes, for Kitamura to have some development was excellent and unexpected too. Morning Mom was hilarious too.
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Originally Posted by Haak
Oh we're still doing this? Well might aswell talk about Episode 16.
I have never seen a more brilliant school fight in anime. Absolutely freaking perfect. And it really showed that Taiga's feelings more Kitamura were more than just a stupid crush. Plus it's another one of those issues that isn't resolved or even helped at all by the main male lead, giving other characters a lot more depth.
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Of course we're still doing this!! Great fight, the animation was stepped up a little too. I liked Taiga's apologize letter too. Sumire ended up being an idiot/fool in the end too.
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Episode 17.
This is perhaps the first biggest hint given to us that Ryuuji is starting to recognise his feelings for Taiga. I say recognise and not develop, because we know he's already been developing feelings for taiga the entire time. he just hadn't realised it yet. It's also a big hint that Minori realises Ryuuji's feelings aswell.
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Even Maya is serving a purpose (besides being eye candy with Nanako).
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Originally Posted by MeoTwister5
Finally had time to catch up with the rewatch goddammit.
Anyway if there's anything awesome with episode 17, it's how everyone starts losing their shit and STILL stay in character. That's impressive in itself.
Anyway... 2 episodes to the fated 19th...
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Yes, I finally caught up too. I was suddenly really busy this past week, lol. But yeah, the shit hits the fan and still maintains the balance. Excellent writing, truly.