March Comes In Like a Lion Episode 20: Chapter 41: Kyoto (Part 2) / Chapter 42: Kyoto (Part 3)
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OSHIMETER

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March Comes In Like a Lion Episode 20: Chapter 41: Kyoto (Part 2) / Chapter 42: Kyoto (Part 3)

Canon
← Prev: EP 19Next: EP 21 →

OSHIMETER

10.0

9 Fans

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

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belva's avatar
belva

this kyoto arc is so well written! i love how even though rei isn't the one competing right now, we are still seeing him learn and grow by watching shimada's struggles. it is such a beautiful way to handle his development.

28181883's avatar
28181883

shifting the focal point of the kyoto arc away from the protagonist to highlight shimada's intense struggles is a brilliant structural choice. it facilitates indirect character growth, preparing the protagonist for his next developmental milestone.

homotron3799's avatar
homotron3799
shimada looks absolutely miserable right now but somehow it is making him look so hot IM SORRY. its kinda crazy that the main character isn't even the one competing but is learning so much. this arc is awesome sauce

rairai's avatar
rairai
Rei being the only person left who believes in Shimada's potential to win and also, being the person who knows how to counterattack Souya even when people thought it was already a lost case is a good sign!
stellanuit_temi's avatar
stellanuit_temi
The match continues but it looks like Shimada’ chances are slim according to the gossip going around. Meanwhile, Kiriyama is put in a unexpected and situation. Being the only person still fully believing in Shimada, Kiriyama pays close attention as the match comes to a close.
specialist54's avatar
specialist54
Amidst these falling snowdrops, Shimada plays once more to prevent four consecutive losses. Rei is made an observer of this match in short notice and bears witness to this match’s cold intensity which is expertly conveyed through the art and soundtrack.
rynnohana's avatar
rynnohana
VerifiedVerified
This episode is truly very meaningful. I felt the tension in the match and was also swept away by Shimada's condition.
lakshyasharma78388's avatar
lakshyasharma78388
Very heavy and It is hard to watch because the feelings look real. It doesn't try to be dramatic which makes it hit harder.
uorseucs's avatar
uorseucs
What a sad outcome. Although Rei found a way out, Shimada unfortunately didn’t. The pressure really got into him. That said, Rei’s growth after seeing Shimada’s exhausted state is the highlight of this episode. Overall, great—stylish direction, emotionally stirring, and intense.

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belva's avatar
belva

this kyoto arc is so well written! i love how even though rei isn't the one competing right now, we are still seeing him learn and grow by watching shimada's struggles. it is such a beautiful way to handle his development.

28181883's avatar
28181883

shifting the focal point of the kyoto arc away from the protagonist to highlight shimada's intense struggles is a brilliant structural choice. it facilitates indirect character growth, preparing the protagonist for his next developmental milestone.

homotron3799's avatar
homotron3799
shimada looks absolutely miserable right now but somehow it is making him look so hot IM SORRY. its kinda crazy that the main character isn't even the one competing but is learning so much. this arc is awesome sauce

rairai's avatar
rairai
Rei being the only person left who believes in Shimada's potential to win and also, being the person who knows how to counterattack Souya even when people thought it was already a lost case is a good sign!
stellanuit_temi's avatar
stellanuit_temi
The match continues but it looks like Shimada’ chances are slim according to the gossip going around. Meanwhile, Kiriyama is put in a unexpected and situation. Being the only person still fully believing in Shimada, Kiriyama pays close attention as the match comes to a close.
specialist54's avatar
specialist54
Amidst these falling snowdrops, Shimada plays once more to prevent four consecutive losses. Rei is made an observer of this match in short notice and bears witness to this match’s cold intensity which is expertly conveyed through the art and soundtrack.
rynnohana's avatar
rynnohana
VerifiedVerified
This episode is truly very meaningful. I felt the tension in the match and was also swept away by Shimada's condition.
lakshyasharma78388's avatar
lakshyasharma78388
Very heavy and It is hard to watch because the feelings look real. It doesn't try to be dramatic which makes it hit harder.
uorseucs's avatar
uorseucs
What a sad outcome. Although Rei found a way out, Shimada unfortunately didn’t. The pressure really got into him. That said, Rei’s growth after seeing Shimada’s exhausted state is the highlight of this episode. Overall, great—stylish direction, emotionally stirring, and intense.

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All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

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