The pacing is rather slow for this episode as it is just F/ace shooting for their variety show. Only towards the end, we get some extra lore on Keito on his reason for becoming an idol and his actually feelings for his members. Also, poor Ouri, as Utage has only eyes on Tamon.

banoth007

4 mo

Verified

Make it chaotic with a beach arc 🌊😳. Peak drama is the result of Ouri's miscommunication and the closet trope. Tamon and Utage's beach moment felt delicate but dangerous, with tension building sharply. Keito's backstory added depth.

Episode Context

Sitting at the halfway mark of this 13-episode run, Episode 8 builds directly off the one-on-one time Utage and Tamon shared in Episode 7 by expanding the focus outward to the full group dynamic during a summer training camp. It's a pivotal transition point, Ōri's emerging feelings introduce a new romantic variable, while Utage's undercover role faces fresh pressure in a less controlled environment. This sets the stage for the back half of the season, where these simmering tensions are likely to converge.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateFeb 18, 2026

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