The Prince of Tennis II: U-17 World Cup Episode 5: Upset

vanmoerij

2 mo

This is the series at maximum absurd sports-anime mode, and I mean that as a compliment. Every match has a different flavor, so the episode moves quickly even with all the wild techniques flying around. Some of it is straight-up ridiculous haha, but that has always been the appeal.

chill

2 mo

The matches feel more intense because every opponent is portrayed as a legitimate threat rather than just another obstacle. The teamwork and strategies on display make the competition more exciting and less predictable.

elisha_tea

2 mo

Tsukimitsu was easily the highlight of this episode for me. I enjoyed watching what he did in his match. His actions kept me invested to see more of his abilities. I also liked that the episode featured several different matches. I enjoyed watching each opposing player showcase their unique abilities. I found J.J. Dolgias's scene something that surprised me since his behavior was quite unexpected compared to what he did to Keigo in the previous episode.