Haikyu!! Episode 12: The Neko-Karasu Reunion

Manga chapter 23-24

Canon/MED

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10.0

11 Fans

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← Prev: EP 11Next: EP 13 →

Haikyu!! Episode 12: The Neko-Karasu Reunion

Manga chapter 23-24

Canon/MED
← Prev: EP 11Next: EP 13 →

OSHIMETER

10.0

11 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

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pranavi_birhade
Karasuno reconnects with Nekoma High during a practice match. The long-time rivalry between the two schools reignites with fast paced rallies.
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peanuts
The "Cat vs Crow" showdown is finally here! Kenma acting as real "analyst" here. Watching Karasuno's movements and analysing it. The 'cat' phrase perfectly fits for Nekoma High - being calm and observent while Karasuno being chaotic and aggressive!
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marshymallow
The episode is great! Love how Kenma is so quiet and observant. Nekoma plays calm and patient until they pounces on their pray. They slowly adapt on Karasuno's plays. Them being as "cats" really fits them! My favorite team!
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alexvvc
Nekoma feels mysterious, almost like their “cat” name fits their quiet and observant nature. Kenma’s sharp awareness and humble personality stand out as his greatest strengths. The match is exciting, and I can tell Karasuno still has so much to learn from this game!
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I was amazed to see Kenma's ability to analyze the opponent's game and movements, very detailed and meticulous, in contrast to his seemingly lazy appearance. The pace of the story was also good with tension that slowly increased, opening my eyes to the true strength of Nekoma.
kento's avatar
kento
I was really impressed by Kenma's introduction. He isn't flashy or loud. But he commands attention simply by observing. The pacing stays controlled focusing on atmosphere it gives the place a much larger world and provides for a bigger stage to fight.
magicpaul's avatar
magicpaul
Opponents’ reactions when Shoyo and Kageyama pull off their quick attack for the first time? Priceless. Kenma reads it fast, stays calm, and adjusts. Hinata’s learning the hard way and I’m hyped to see what comes next.
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ventertaintmentonly
Now the real tension starts 😤 Date Tech and their “Iron Wall” blocks are no joke. You can feel Karasuno getting pressured hard. The frustration is real, especially with their attacks getting shut down over and over.
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meenjane

EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at the season's midpoint, episode 12 delivers the payoff for the team-building and lineup decisions Karasuno locked in during 'Decision' — this is where preparation meets execution against a worthy opponent. The Nekoma practice match serves as a critical benchmark for Karasuno's evolving synergy, testing whether Hinata and Kageyama's unconventional quick and the team's defensive improvements can hold up against elite coordination. The rivalry introduced here carries directly into episode 13, 'Rival,' which deepens the individual matchups and thematic threads this episode sets in motion.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at the season's midpoint, episode 12 delivers the payoff for the team-building and lineup decisions Karasuno locked in during 'Decision' — this is where preparation meets execution against a worthy opponent. The Nekoma practice match serves as a critical benchmark for Karasuno's evolving synergy, testing whether Hinata and Kageyama's unconventional quick and the team's defensive improvements can hold up against elite coordination. The rivalry introduced here carries directly into episode 13, 'Rival,' which deepens the individual matchups and thematic threads this episode sets in motion.

QUICK TAKES

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pelushfurlio2step2
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williameko31's avatar
williameko31
pranavi_birhade's avatar
pranavi_birhade
Karasuno reconnects with Nekoma High during a practice match. The long-time rivalry between the two schools reignites with fast paced rallies.
peanuts's avatar
peanuts
The "Cat vs Crow" showdown is finally here! Kenma acting as real "analyst" here. Watching Karasuno's movements and analysing it. The 'cat' phrase perfectly fits for Nekoma High - being calm and observent while Karasuno being chaotic and aggressive!
marshymallow's avatar
marshymallow
The episode is great! Love how Kenma is so quiet and observant. Nekoma plays calm and patient until they pounces on their pray. They slowly adapt on Karasuno's plays. Them being as "cats" really fits them! My favorite team!
alexvvc's avatar
alexvvc
Nekoma feels mysterious, almost like their “cat” name fits their quiet and observant nature. Kenma’s sharp awareness and humble personality stand out as his greatest strengths. The match is exciting, and I can tell Karasuno still has so much to learn from this game!
disavania's avatar
disavania
VerifiedVerified
I was amazed to see Kenma's ability to analyze the opponent's game and movements, very detailed and meticulous, in contrast to his seemingly lazy appearance. The pace of the story was also good with tension that slowly increased, opening my eyes to the true strength of Nekoma.
kento's avatar
kento
I was really impressed by Kenma's introduction. He isn't flashy or loud. But he commands attention simply by observing. The pacing stays controlled focusing on atmosphere it gives the place a much larger world and provides for a bigger stage to fight.
magicpaul's avatar
magicpaul
Opponents’ reactions when Shoyo and Kageyama pull off their quick attack for the first time? Priceless. Kenma reads it fast, stays calm, and adjusts. Hinata’s learning the hard way and I’m hyped to see what comes next.
ventertaintmentonly's avatar
ventertaintmentonly
Now the real tension starts 😤 Date Tech and their “Iron Wall” blocks are no joke. You can feel Karasuno getting pressured hard. The frustration is real, especially with their attacks getting shut down over and over.
meenjane's avatar
meenjane

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©古舘春一/集英社・「ハイキュー!!」製作委員会・MBS

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