Medalist Season 2 Episode 5: Beacon

Manga chapter 35-36

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.4

9 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

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Medalist Season 2 Episode 5: Beacon

Manga chapter 35-36

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 4 Next: EP 6 →

OSHIMETER

9.4

9 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

The animation with Jun and Tsukasa was everything. And Iruka too omg, now I can't wait to see more of how the older skaters move

If I were Tsukasa, the entire first half of this episode will feel like a fever dream for the next few weeks. And that soundtrack while they were skating was *chef's kiss*

uncultured_bovine

I love moments where we can see more of Tsukasa's skills. The rivalry is getting crazier now. The pace seems slower but the tension is just as heavy as the last episode

Shinichiro invites Tsukasa home, where Jun unexpectedly lights a cigarette despite his strict conditioning, which surprised me quote a lot. What a rebel lol

A quieter but deeply inspiring episode centered on mentorship and ambition. Seeing Tsukasa witness Jun’s skating talent firsthand adds new fuel to his resolve, and Hikaru’s reappearance keeps the rivalry burning strong.

More of a reflective episode but it hits. You get a better sense of how high the ceiling actually is in this world. The mentor dynamics here are really interesting and lowkey intimidating.

utkarshdhecodes

This episode is more about refinement than progress.
Her spins feel tighter and more controlled, not just faster.
You can tell the improvement from how stable her center looks.
Rating: 8.8/10

voice steadies as Tsukasa Akeuraji meets Yodaka Jun, his composed mask slips for a second and you feel it. quiet moment hits, though pacing dips slightly. still worth watching for his growth 💭

EPISODE CONTEXT

Positioned at the exact midpoint of a nine-episode season, 'Beacon' builds directly on the self-confrontation themes introduced in the preceding episode 'Ascendance,' where characters began grappling with their limitations and ambitions. This episode deepens that emotional groundwork, serving as the reflective core of the season before the narrative pivots toward the more rigorous, preparation-focused energy of the upcoming 'Intensive Training' arc. It's the fulcrum—everything before it was setup, and everything after will be escalation.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Positioned at the exact midpoint of a nine-episode season, 'Beacon' builds directly on the self-confrontation themes introduced in the preceding episode 'Ascendance,' where characters began grappling with their limitations and ambitions. This episode deepens that emotional groundwork, serving as the reflective core of the season before the narrative pivots toward the more rigorous, preparation-focused energy of the upcoming 'Intensive Training' arc. It's the fulcrum—everything before it was setup, and everything after will be escalation.

QUICK TAKES

The animation with Jun and Tsukasa was everything. And Iruka too omg, now I can't wait to see more of how the older skaters move

If I were Tsukasa, the entire first half of this episode will feel like a fever dream for the next few weeks. And that soundtrack while they were skating was *chef's kiss*

uncultured_bovine

I love moments where we can see more of Tsukasa's skills. The rivalry is getting crazier now. The pace seems slower but the tension is just as heavy as the last episode

Shinichiro invites Tsukasa home, where Jun unexpectedly lights a cigarette despite his strict conditioning, which surprised me quote a lot. What a rebel lol

A quieter but deeply inspiring episode centered on mentorship and ambition. Seeing Tsukasa witness Jun’s skating talent firsthand adds new fuel to his resolve, and Hikaru’s reappearance keeps the rivalry burning strong.

More of a reflective episode but it hits. You get a better sense of how high the ceiling actually is in this world. The mentor dynamics here are really interesting and lowkey intimidating.

utkarshdhecodes

This episode is more about refinement than progress.
Her spins feel tighter and more controlled, not just faster.
You can tell the improvement from how stable her center looks.
Rating: 8.8/10

voice steadies as Tsukasa Akeuraji meets Yodaka Jun, his composed mask slips for a second and you feel it. quiet moment hits, though pacing dips slightly. still worth watching for his growth 💭

©つるまいかだ・講談社／メダリスト製作委員会

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©つるまいかだ・講談社／メダリスト製作委員会

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