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「一歩前へ踏み出した」 (Ippomae Eh Fumidashita)
“One Step Forward”
My brain, it trembles.
General Impressions
I can’t believe it finally happened. After all this build up, I still can’t actually believe that Sakurai revealed that he was Lili. I mean, there were ample times for it to happen throughout the episode, but I honestly wasn’t thinking it’d happen since there’s two episodes still remaining.
Anyways, enough with me marveling about the wonderful reveal right at the end of the episode. Let’s talk about the actual thing for a little bit. Starting off with Sakurai’s backstory, I’m surprised just how effective it was at building up his reasons for becoming such a big MMO player. Sure, not everyone needs something tragic to happen in their lives for games to become an escape, but when there is something fueling someone’s passion for gaming, it gives the whole thing this really tangible feel. From Moriko’s trouble at work and needing an escape to Sakurai trying to find a place that felt like home after losing his parents, it makes you wonder if you’re watching a light hearted story or a story about recovery and growth of an individual.
Another really powerful factor throughout this week’s episode was its awesome soundtrack. I think I’ve been subconsciously loving the soundtrack, but with the story slowing down and really showing some love to Moriko and Sakurai’s budding relationship, I was a little scared when I realized just how much the music was affecting me. If I were to pick a specific moment where all this kicked in, I think the best example from this week’s episode was when Moriko started recalling memories from the previous MMO she played. The piano soundtrack that lead to a bunch of nothing that then transitioned in the beautiful orchestra piece that played a the two spoke on the phone was just an absolute pleasure to experience.
Overall, another fantastic freaking episode of Netoge. Not much may have happened, but the one thing that did was a complete game changer. Based on the next week’s episode preview, it finally feels like things might be moving toward the destined Sakurai x Moriko end. In any case, I’ll catch you guys next week where we’ll hopefully get to see a specific burger loving guy knock some sense and initiative into Sakurai. See you then!
Preview
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kyah~ He has finally done it!!
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This hsow is too good to be only 10 epiosdes..
Me at start of the episode: “Man up and tell her!”
Me at middle of the episode: “JUST F**KING TELL HER ALREADY”
Me at the end of the episode: “OMG YOU MAGNIFICENT B*STARD”
I love this show so much. I will cry when it’s over in 2 more episodes :'(
That moment when he said it over the phone. . .but the phone had died mid-call.
https://randomc.net/image/Netojuu%20no%20Susume/Netojuu%20no%20Susume%20-%2008%20-%2036.jpg
Aaaahhhh, it’s happening!
Damn, it’s been a while that I enjoyed a love story. They’re adorable.
KYAHHHHHH IT HAPPENNEDDDD
*screams uncontrollably onto the screen*
I haven’t been able to root for an onscreen couple wholeheartedly in ages. Serious soul-balm right here. Can’t wait for the finale.
my reactions thru the episode:
-waaat they do a recap episode???
-thanks god, not!
-so thats why Sakurai become MMO player himself
-they really fit each other in nay game they played
-great now that you revealed your former online self, man up and tell her about Lili!!!
-f-ck you battery! did you have to run out at such moment!!!
-god they fit each other so well irl too
-god is online everything is well with the net
This is my favorite show this season…to bad we only got two episode left :c
I wasn’t expecting the mini-recap. It was cute, but did the studio think the plot is getting too convoluted and that viewers need a refresher?
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Swapping a traditional mansion for an apartment – that’s a really bad investment!