I love Takemichi because he really is just an average person that has decided to change how he was. He gets emotional but he is also constantly trying to help others even though he himself is not that strong physically. His moments of indecision feel a lot longer in the anime than in the manga, but I think they serve to remind us that change is hard. It doesn't just happen instantly and it's a constant battle to keep bettering yourself. In the past Takemichi had given up on himself and is still carrying that trauma. Despite it all, he is trying to better himself and keeps trying despite the odds! :)
This beginning does wind up being excellent foreshadowing for later arcs, now that I'm watching again. In the darkest moments between Mikey and Draken, if Takemichi is there to intercede and help them cope with what's happening, things will be better. It's the moments where he isn't there/can't be there, that's what makes it all go pear shaped. It's interesting how the story progresses where Mikey starts out the stongest carrying all the burdens of his friends in Toman, but it's really Takemichi who winds up carrying the biggest burden of all - Mikey's future happiness. I also love the fact that Emma and Hina become such BFFs in this episode. More than once in future arcs their friendship makes all the difference in terms of how the plot rolls itself out. Ken Wakui did an amazing job of tricking the audience into thinking they're just pretty girls who dig their delinquent boyfriends. I'm not kidding. Do not underestimate the importance of these women in this story.
Commenting at the end, yes, it's worth remembering that Takemichi in the future is a washed up video store clerk with zero skills beyond scratching his own ass. He's no Jason Bourne so expecting him to be able to throw hands as well or better than these young delinquents is a bit silly. His past self has only been with these gang kids for a month or so and they've honed their fighting instincts since at least the age of 12. He's hopeless in a fight, all things considered. But remember, Mikey took one look at him and still compared him to his big bro in a positive kind of way. You get the sense that Shinichiro was special in some fashion, and so is Takemichi.
0:50 for me the ONLY issue with this show is the censored version lol otherwise everything was great! the anime just keep the same exciting dramatic energy till the very end of the season so don't worry! great reaction as always ^^
Manga and Ep 23 Spoilers I'm late, but yes Emma will be really important in the future (In Ep 23) you find out that she is Mikey's half sister. MANGA SPOILERS She will die and her death will effect Mikey and Draken a lot.
I love Takemichi because he really is just an average person that has decided to change how he was. He gets emotional but he is also constantly trying to help others even though he himself is not that strong physically. His moments of indecision feel a lot longer in the anime than in the manga, but I think they serve to remind us that change is hard. It doesn't just happen instantly and it's a constant battle to keep bettering yourself. In the past Takemichi had given up on himself and is still carrying that trauma. Despite it all, he is trying to better himself and keeps trying despite the odds! :)
This beginning does wind up being excellent foreshadowing for later arcs, now that I'm watching again. In the darkest moments between Mikey and Draken, if Takemichi is there to intercede and help them cope with what's happening, things will be better. It's the moments where he isn't there/can't be there, that's what makes it all go pear shaped. It's interesting how the story progresses where Mikey starts out the stongest carrying all the burdens of his friends in Toman, but it's really Takemichi who winds up carrying the biggest burden of all - Mikey's future happiness.
I also love the fact that Emma and Hina become such BFFs in this episode. More than once in future arcs their friendship makes all the difference in terms of how the plot rolls itself out. Ken Wakui did an amazing job of tricking the audience into thinking they're just pretty girls who dig their delinquent boyfriends. I'm not kidding. Do not underestimate the importance of these women in this story.
I am re-enjoying the show thanks to you guys😆 it actually feels like watching it for the first time
That's awesome
Commenting at the end, yes, it's worth remembering that Takemichi in the future is a washed up video store clerk with zero skills beyond scratching his own ass. He's no Jason Bourne so expecting him to be able to throw hands as well or better than these young delinquents is a bit silly. His past self has only been with these gang kids for a month or so and they've honed their fighting instincts since at least the age of 12. He's hopeless in a fight, all things considered. But remember, Mikey took one look at him and still compared him to his big bro in a positive kind of way. You get the sense that Shinichiro was special in some fashion, and so is Takemichi.
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0:50 for me the ONLY issue with this show is the censored version lol otherwise everything was great! the anime just keep the same exciting dramatic energy till the very end of the season so don't worry! great reaction as always ^^
Oh in that case...we're damn hype for everything to come!
Evry time after an episode im literally so mad i have to wait another 3-4 days!!! Bet this reaction is gonna be awesome like always
Next week will be a good one, episode 9👀
When you open a reaction video but instead see 2 dudes flexing their muscles 😂
That’s the “Welcome to TGL Reacts” type of video😂
@@TGLReacts you guys sure are a JoJo character 😂
Another reaction! 🙌🏼✨
Manga and Ep 23 Spoilers
I'm late, but yes Emma will be really important in the future (In Ep 23) you find out that she is Mikey's half sister.
MANGA SPOILERS
She will die and her death will effect Mikey and Draken a lot.
Jesus christ u guys are jacked
Sarcasm or not we're taking that😂
@@TGLReacts literally jotaro
WHEN U GUYS ARE REACTING TO EP 9?
Dropping on Tuesday!
@@TGLReacts y not drop now :(
Lol there’s a schedule unfortunately
@@TGLReacts :(((
Yey