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Kanon · 2018-03-30, 12:13

Gentle is the best antagonist since Stain, for very different reasons. He's just so damn entertaining.

I think Aoyama might come to Deku's rescue. I'm hoping so at least, because a face-off between him and Gentle would be one for the ages. Besides, he never really had much opportunity to shine compared to the rest of the class.

Wandering Soul · 2018-03-30, 15:11

Gentle is actually a pretty refreshing antagonist. He's more comedic and entertaining than past antagonists, but he's also has solid convictions that he refuses to waver on.

ReddyRedWolf · 2018-03-30, 22:51

My take on Gentle is that he was a NEET that didn't grow out of being a Chuuni. La Brava coming to his life encouraging his Chuuni tendencies didn't help either.

However in this society being a Chuuni is somewhat a norm. This is why some people have a problem conforming with society.

Yes for Gentle he has lost his way as it has nothing to do with any sort of justice as he is an attention whore. And now he is upstaged by both heroes and villains as his capers are petty.

Proto · 2018-03-31, 00:33

It would be interesting if Gentle's becomes a recurrent character as Deku's and gang connection to the underworld. Right now the student heroes are severely lacking on the intel department, they have been mostly reactive and completely dependant on the adults to do anything. Having someone who can infiltrate the other side and bring them the ability to be proactive could be an interesting change of pace.

Randrak42 · 2018-04-06, 03:47

Why is it that it took fighting Gentle to make me respect the hell out of Deku more than ever before? This fight has gotten me more excited and pumped than any in the previous couple of arcs.

Random14 · 2018-04-06, 05:24

Yeah, this has been an awesome fight. Deku's finally at the level where he can use a decent amount of his strength without breaking something, on top of his own clever tricks.

So that's what her quirk was. Too bad for him that Deku's got a lot of battle experience by now, looks like this will conclude next week (and hopefully in Deku's victory).

Sixth · 2018-04-06, 06:30

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Originally Posted by Randrak42

Why is it that it took fighting Gentle to make me respect the hell out of Deku more than ever before? This fight has gotten me more excited and pumped than any in the previous couple of arcs.

Yeah. This fight alone had trumped most of the previous fights easily.

I can't wait to see the next chapter now. It got me hyped.

Randrak42 · 2018-04-06, 07:23

Since Chapter 176, there's been at least one thing Deku did that made me cheer in each chapter. Like, literally pump my fist and cheer!

Chapter 176 - Deku introducing Air Force, not just as a cannon to hit the enemy, but also to propel him to a telephone poll, so he could jump right back toward Gentle.
Chapter 177 - Deku catching the steel beam and then one-handing it while shooting Air Force.
Chapter 178 - Deku using the platforms against Gentle, by changing directions and using it to ricochet Air Force off of one at the last moment. Also, subverting Gentle's power-up beatdown, by blocking the hit and claiming he's fought tougher enemies.

I also love how Deku takes the time to place a pipe on Gentle's air platform as a way to warn people. Like... he's chasing a guy and still has the wherewithal to do that. That's a real hero mentality.

There's also the fact that Gentle and La Brava are really interesting and entertaining characters. From personalities, to how their quirks work/are used. I love it.

Slayerx · 2018-04-06, 07:53

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Originally Posted by Randrak42

There's also the fact that Gentle and La Brava are really interesting and entertaining characters. From personalities, to how their quirks work/are used. I love it.

They just got better with the new chapter

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Randrak42 · 2018-04-06, 08:05

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Originally Posted by Slayerx

They just got better with the new chapter

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Even better than that! Remember that in the last arc, the villains had the power of Friendship! on their side too!

Are we sure that we're not following the villains of the story? xD

marvelB · 2018-04-06, 09:48

Yeah, this really has been a great fight so far. After all, this is technically Deku's first solo battle against a villain (he usually had some sort of outside help for most of his previous battles), so it's really awesome to see how well he handles himself here. Really makes me look forward to seeing how the rest of the class can handle solo villain fights (well, aside from the obvious aces like Bakugou and Todoroki)....

And hey, we have official confirmation of La Brava being a stalker! Are we sure that power of "love" isn't more along the lines of "obsession"?

And man, that eyelash lady.... yeeeeesh.

Randrak42 · 2018-04-06, 10:34

Another thing... the way Deku moves around in the air using Air Force really reminds me of Bakugo... showing that he's still using him as an element to his own unique style. It's really kinda cool.

Twi · 2018-04-06, 12:11

That Ricochet shot was a thing of beauty.

Sixth · 2018-04-06, 12:31

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Originally Posted by Twi

That Ricochet shot was a thing of beauty.

Yeah. The air bullet looks amazing too in these recent chapters.

Wandering Soul · 2018-04-06, 13:09

The enemies used the power of love. Unfortunately this isn't Fairy Tail, so power of love/friendship doesn't = instant win.

I love Gentle's quirk forces Deku to actually make use of his analytical skills instead of just brute forcing his way.

Kanon · 2018-04-07, 11:23

We've always known about it, but Deku's observation skills are really amazing. The way he used Gentle's own power against him was awesome.

And the power of love being on the villain's side was great. Though it's hard to see those two as villains.

MAX_COLA_POWER! · 2018-04-07, 19:32

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Originally Posted by Kanon

We've always known about it, but Deku's observation skills are really amazing. The way he used Gentle's own power against him was awesome.

And the power of love being on the villain's side was great. Though it's hard to see those two as villains.

Kinda makes you wonder if its a jab the author made towards the readers saying, if you're looking for love in this series, tough cookies, love is evil and action's all you're gonna get here.

Galaxian · 2018-04-07, 23:28

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Originally Posted by MAX_COLA_POWER!

Kinda makes you wonder if its a jab the author made towards the readers saying, if you're looking for love in this series, tough cookies, love is evil and action's all you're gonna get here.

I remember people wondering something similar during Suneater's fight. There the villains were going on about their teamwork and friendship, but Sunater was still able to defeat them through sheer skill.

Ultragunner · 2018-04-10, 17:02

just saw this:

I’m still confused about the whole issue with All Might’s muscle form though

Are his muscles even related to OFA at all?

Or maybe the entire thing is just a gag by Horikoshi

Somethindarker · 2018-04-10, 18:07

@Ultra
I took the explanation, from the manga, as the muscle form was his natural look before he got gravely injured by AfO. As he atrophied he used OfA too pump himself up to his muscle form kind of like when you flex from a relaxed position which is why Deku when he uses his the power he only slightly looks more muscular and the real power is the augmented abilities.

2018-03-30, 12:13	Link #3481
Kanon Kana Hanazawa ♥ Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: France Age: 37	Gentle is the best antagonist since Stain, for very different reasons. He's just so damn entertaining. I think Aoyama might come to Deku's rescue. I'm hoping so at least, because a face-off between him and Gentle would be one for the ages. Besides, he never really had much opportunity to shine compared to the rest of the class. __________________

2018-03-30, 15:11	Link #3482
Wandering Soul Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: America	Gentle is actually a pretty refreshing antagonist. He's more comedic and entertaining than past antagonists, but he's also has solid convictions that he refuses to waver on. __________________

2018-03-31, 00:33	Link #3484
Proto Knowledge is the solution Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: St. Louis, MO Age: 39	It would be interesting if Gentle's becomes a recurrent character as Deku's and gang connection to the underworld. Right now the student heroes are severely lacking on the intel department, they have been mostly reactive and completely dependant on the adults to do anything. Having someone who can infiltrate the other side and bring them the ability to be proactive could be an interesting change of pace. __________________ How to play Japanese games in Linux

2018-04-06, 12:11	Link #3493
Twi Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011	That Ricochet shot was a thing of beauty. __________________

2018-04-06, 13:09	Link #3495
Wandering Soul Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: America	The enemies used the power of love. Unfortunately this isn't Fairy Tail, so power of love/friendship doesn't = instant win. I love Gentle's quirk forces Deku to actually make use of his analytical skills instead of just brute forcing his way. __________________

2018-03-30, 22:51	Link #3483
ReddyRedWolf Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006	My take on Gentle is that he was a NEET that didn't grow out of being a Chuuni. La Brava coming to his life encouraging his Chuuni tendencies didn't help either. However in this society being a Chuuni is somewhat a norm. This is why some people have a problem conforming with society. Yes for Gentle he has lost his way as it has nothing to do with any sort of justice as he is an attention whore. And now he is upstaged by both heroes and villains as his capers are petty.

2018-04-06, 03:47	Link #3485
Randrak42 ANEGO Worshiper Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: By the vending machine, drinking tea.	Why is it that it took fighting Gentle to make me respect the hell out of Deku more than ever before? This fight has gotten me more excited and pumped than any in the previous couple of arcs.

2018-04-06, 05:24	Link #3486
Random14 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2014	Yeah, this has been an awesome fight. Deku's finally at the level where he can use a decent amount of his strength without breaking something, on top of his own clever tricks. So that's what her quirk was. Too bad for him that Deku's got a lot of battle experience by now, looks like this will conclude next week (and hopefully in Deku's victory).

2018-04-06, 07:23	Link #3488
Randrak42 ANEGO Worshiper Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: By the vending machine, drinking tea.	Since Chapter 176, there's been at least one thing Deku did that made me cheer in each chapter. Like, literally pump my fist and cheer! Chapter 176 - Deku introducing Air Force, not just as a cannon to hit the enemy, but also to propel him to a telephone poll, so he could jump right back toward Gentle. Chapter 177 - Deku catching the steel beam and then one-handing it while shooting Air Force. Chapter 178 - Deku using the platforms against Gentle, by changing directions and using it to ricochet Air Force off of one at the last moment. Also, subverting Gentle's power-up beatdown, by blocking the hit and claiming he's fought tougher enemies. I also love how Deku takes the time to place a pipe on Gentle's air platform as a way to warn people. Like... he's chasing a guy and still has the wherewithal to do that. That's a real hero mentality. There's also the fact that Gentle and La Brava are really interesting and entertaining characters. From personalities, to how their quirks work/are used. I love it.

2018-04-06, 09:48	Link #3491
marvelB Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005	Yeah, this really has been a great fight so far. After all, this is technically Deku's first solo battle against a villain (he usually had some sort of outside help for most of his previous battles), so it's really awesome to see how well he handles himself here. Really makes me look forward to seeing how the rest of the class can handle solo villain fights (well, aside from the obvious aces like Bakugou and Todoroki).... And hey, we have official confirmation of La Brava being a stalker! Are we sure that power of "love" isn't more along the lines of "obsession"? And man, that eyelash lady.... yeeeeesh.

2018-04-06, 10:34	Link #3492
Randrak42 ANEGO Worshiper Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: By the vending machine, drinking tea.	Another thing... the way Deku moves around in the air using Air Force really reminds me of Bakugo... showing that he's still using him as an element to his own unique style. It's really kinda cool.

2018-04-07, 11:23	Link #3496
Kanon Kana Hanazawa ♥ Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: France Age: 37	We've always known about it, but Deku's observation skills are really amazing. The way he used Gentle's own power against him was awesome. And the power of love being on the villain's side was great. Though it's hard to see those two as villains. __________________

2018-04-10, 17:02	Link #3499
Ultragunner Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012	just saw this: <p>No iframe support, please <a href="http://youtu.be/GiGk_gS4Yi4">watch on YouTube</a>.</p> I’m still confused about the whole issue with All Might’s muscle form though Are his muscles even related to OFA at all? Or maybe the entire thing is just a gag by Horikoshi __________________

2018-04-10, 18:07	Link #3500
Somethindarker Super Senior Elder Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Silent Hill	@Ultra I took the explanation, from the manga, as the muscle form was his natural look before he got gravely injured by AfO. As he atrophied he used OfA too pump himself up to his muscle form kind of like when you flex from a relaxed position which is why Deku when he uses his the power he only slightly looks more muscular and the real power is the augmented abilities. __________________ Dig me up from under what is covering the better part of me.