Medalist Season 2 Episode 6: Intensive Training
Manga chapter 37-38
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
8.0
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
OSHIMETER
8.0
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
kirandande123
VerifiedThis episode smartly shifts from victory to the harsh reality of the next level. Inori’s technical gaps, the jump-coach introduction, and the growing pressure toward All-Japans make the preparation arc feel intense and grounded.
lum1nescence
VerifiedThis one humbles you real quick. It reminds you that talent alone is not enough and there are still clear gaps to overcome. The training direction introduced here feels like a turning point.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThe depiction of how intense these competitions tend to be is so accurate, and giving it a comedic edge with classic anime exaggerations fit really well to lighten the mood. And casting Tanjiro's voice actor as the new coach? Perfect! Now Inori has two best boys as support!
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThe story writing is well-structured. Especially when dropping niche information about the skating industry, they don't make it sound boring to listen to as the visuals help keep it interesting.
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe animation and art design really shine even in scenes that aren't intense. And the dialogue and expressions during comedy scenes are effortlessly funny! Haven't laughed like this in a while 😆
zaramiller
When Kakeru Uobuchi arrives with that harness of his ... IDK man, at first I thought this made sense, but on a rewatch, it's so out of pocket.
utkarshdhecodes
The tension here is built before she even starts skating.
You can feel it in how long she pauses at the rink entrance.
Then once she pushes off, the confidence shift is immediate.
Rating: 8.9/10
You can feel it in how long she pauses at the rink entrance.
Then once she pushes off, the confidence shift is immediate.
Rating: 8.9/10
matchablaze1
movement stops abruptly as Tsukasa Akeuraji gets injured during training, the sharp shift in atmosphere hits instantly. tension spikes, though resolution feels slightly quick. still a heavy, impactful episode 😨
xxpogchampxx
TSUKASA LORE DUMP W KEKW the feels hit hard Sadge but INORI paying with WORMS PogChamp and that BOND LETS GOOOO this was PEAK content TRUE LULW
chloeanime
>> anon watches more sob story bait for soyboys, all this "past trauma" and "frustration" is just cope, isn't it?
tokyoghoul_fan
This Medalist ep is a W! Ppl need to get that adaptations are their own thing; Inori's struggles and new characters totally work, it's an awesome interpretation. 🔥
glenn_radars
Tsukasa's mentor origin story and commitment to Inori's growth is pure sensei wisdom, so much potential for a peak training arc, but since no one's seen it yet, my verdict is neutral af 🤷♀️
theanimewarlord
Tsukasa's past intel confirmed, strengthening his resolve for the coming battles, while Inori prepares for new skirmishes to advance her campaign ⚔️ no major losses, no grand victories yet.
homotron3799
Verified
viva550
sailormochi
mimikyaun
zerotwofan
hunterxhunter_
chris_33
EPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting at the two-thirds mark of a nine-episode season, this episode bridges Inori's qualification victory in 'Beacon' and the looming All-Japan Novice Tournament that will likely define the season's climax. It functions as essential connective tissue—pressure-testing Inori's resolve and widening the competitive landscape before the stakes escalate in the final stretch.
QUICK TAKES
kirandande123
VerifiedThis episode smartly shifts from victory to the harsh reality of the next level. Inori’s technical gaps, the jump-coach introduction, and the growing pressure toward All-Japans make the preparation arc feel intense and grounded.
lum1nescence
VerifiedThis one humbles you real quick. It reminds you that talent alone is not enough and there are still clear gaps to overcome. The training direction introduced here feels like a turning point.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThe depiction of how intense these competitions tend to be is so accurate, and giving it a comedic edge with classic anime exaggerations fit really well to lighten the mood. And casting Tanjiro's voice actor as the new coach? Perfect! Now Inori has two best boys as support!
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThe story writing is well-structured. Especially when dropping niche information about the skating industry, they don't make it sound boring to listen to as the visuals help keep it interesting.
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe animation and art design really shine even in scenes that aren't intense. And the dialogue and expressions during comedy scenes are effortlessly funny! Haven't laughed like this in a while 😆
zaramiller
When Kakeru Uobuchi arrives with that harness of his ... IDK man, at first I thought this made sense, but on a rewatch, it's so out of pocket.
utkarshdhecodes
The tension here is built before she even starts skating.
You can feel it in how long she pauses at the rink entrance.
Then once she pushes off, the confidence shift is immediate.
Rating: 8.9/10
You can feel it in how long she pauses at the rink entrance.
Then once she pushes off, the confidence shift is immediate.
Rating: 8.9/10
matchablaze1
movement stops abruptly as Tsukasa Akeuraji gets injured during training, the sharp shift in atmosphere hits instantly. tension spikes, though resolution feels slightly quick. still a heavy, impactful episode 😨
xxpogchampxx
TSUKASA LORE DUMP W KEKW the feels hit hard Sadge but INORI paying with WORMS PogChamp and that BOND LETS GOOOO this was PEAK content TRUE LULW
chloeanime
>> anon watches more sob story bait for soyboys, all this "past trauma" and "frustration" is just cope, isn't it?
tokyoghoul_fan
This Medalist ep is a W! Ppl need to get that adaptations are their own thing; Inori's struggles and new characters totally work, it's an awesome interpretation. 🔥
glenn_radars
Tsukasa's mentor origin story and commitment to Inori's growth is pure sensei wisdom, so much potential for a peak training arc, but since no one's seen it yet, my verdict is neutral af 🤷♀️
theanimewarlord
Tsukasa's past intel confirmed, strengthening his resolve for the coming battles, while Inori prepares for new skirmishes to advance her campaign ⚔️ no major losses, no grand victories yet.
homotron3799
Verifiedviva550
sailormochi
mimikyaun
zerotwofan
hunterxhunter_
chris_33
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