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The Review Geek
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Takopi's Original Sin – Season 1 Episode 2 Recap & Review
Episode 2 Even though Shizuka is excelling at her classes, episode 2 of Takopi's Original Sin begins with word that, thanks to Takopi, Marina doesn't do anything to her. As Shizuka and the alien go for a walk with Chappy, the girl opens up about her parents' divorce. The dog was the last thing her father left to her, so there's another for her to love him so much. That's when Takopi realizes it's the sixth day he has been with Shizuka. Meaning, they're a few hours from her suicide. Then, everything starts coming together when Marina arrives and harasses the girl. She beats Shizuka up so much that Chappy bites Marina's hand to save her owner. However, that's exactly what she wanted. She screams that the dog is ferocious until the whole street listens, and the animal control ultimately takes him away. Takopi tries his best to turn back time and stop that, but he can't. No matter when or where they take a walk, Marina is there. He realizes the girl is searching for them, trying to get the dog to bite her. Although he doesn't understand, he still tries to make Shizuka happy. In one of his attempts, the dog is still taken away, but they go to the shelter to get him. However, they can't, and Shizuka's mother doesn't even care. She says the pet will stay with the girl's father, and then she goes away to work, ignoring her daughter's sadness. Takopi convinces Shizuka to go to school to distract her, but everyone in her class teases and scolds her. The only one who attempts to help her is Azuma. However, the girl ignores his help once again. After school, Marina finds Shizuka and takes her to the middle of the woods so they can talk about Chappy. She did that only to tell the girl that her dog is dead and that she doesn't have anything to live for. Filled with anger for the situation her family is going through, Marina beats up Shizuka and says the girl should die. Takopi is horrified by that. Everything bad that has ever happened to Shizuka flashes through his mind, giving him the courage to protect his friend… And he kills Marina. The alien smacks the kid in the head with the camera to stop her, but he's so strong that he kills her then and there. He can't believe what's happening, and worrying thoughts flood his head. Shockingly, Shizuka is having the opposite reaction. She's almost beaming with happiness. The girl didn't believe in magic, but she had always wanted Marina gone. Now, she feels that magic might exist, and she thanks Takopi. She smiles and cries at the sight, ready to move on with her life. Meanwhile, Takopi still doesn't understand what he has done and what he should do. After using the camera to hit the girl, it doesn't work anymore. So, he can't use it to travel back in time. That's the beginning of Takopi's story and his sin. The Episode Review Another shocking episode right off the bat. Takopi's Original Sin now ups the stakes for the main characters, putting them in a situation with probably no potential good ending. It's a great reversal to have Takopi be the sad and worried one at the end, while Shizuka is ecstatic and believing in magic. Honestly, the middle portion of the episode is a bit underwhelming. Every character being awful to Shizuka and not even the teachers helping her feels like a bit too much. It's as if the story is trying too hard to make her suffer (which is true in a way). So, having Azuma be kind to her is a breath of fresh air that helps with that. But still it isn't enough. That's why the twist at the end is so good. These girls are dealing with problems they don't have enough maturity to understand, and the same goes for Takopi. He wants to help, but he's way out of his depth. It's nerve-wracking seeing every bad memory flashing through his mind, and you can feel his desire to help. However, he possibly made everything worse. Takopi's Original Sin just gave us a bigger plot twist than last time, showing it doesn't have any limits to what the characters might do or where the story will go. Previous Episode Next Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
Pink Villa
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Gokurakugai Chapter 27 Delayed: Manga To Return In July—Recap, Release Date, Where To Read And More
After the last Gokurakugai chapter, where Shizuka and Nei's backstory came to an end, fans have been eagerly looking forward to the next issue's release. Unfortunately, Chapter 27 has been delayed for unspecified reasons and will only be available in July. Keep reading to find out more. Recap and what to expect in Gokurakugai Chapter 27 Gokurakugai Chapter 26 saw Shizuka confront Haiba to rescue Nei, who was later reunited with her family. Shizuka later killed the Takarai parents in front of Nei, urging her to remember and one day avenge them. In the present, at Saragi HQ, a wounded Nei demanded that they give her back her katana. However, Alma and Tao stop her, reminding her of her new family. Meanwhile, within the Tori Gate, Shizuka returns 'home,' where Yomi, Chihaya, and Memeko are. Gokurakugai Chapter 27 was expected to reveal Shizuka's origin within the Takarai family, possibly as an illegitimate child seeking his mother, as well as clarify why he deemed them 'awful.' Fans were also looking forward to finding out more about Yomi's ambitions. Gokurakugai Chapter 27: New release date and where to read Originally scheduled to release on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, Gokurakugai Chapter 27 will now be released on Friday, July 4, 2025, at 12:00 am JST, according to MANGAPlus. Most international fans will be able to access the chapter on July 3, with release times adjusted to region and time zone. For those following Shueisha's Jump Square magazine, Gokurakugai Chapter 27 will be accessible on the same day. Fans around the world can read the chapter through official platforms like Viz Media, Shueisha's MANGAPlus, or the Shonen Jump website, subject to availability in their respective regions. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates from the Gokurakugai manga.
The Review Geek
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Wind Breaker – Season 2 Episode 10 Recap & Review
Episode 10 As the fight continues, Tsubaki says GRAVEL's trying to steal Shizuka's love, and he takes that personally. Compared to that pain, his punches mean nothing. Then, in an awesome counter, he slams Suzuri's head to the ground. All his team members get worried about him and scream his name, which confuses Sakura. However, their leader gets back up easily and tells Tsubaki that everything he's saying is idealistic, highlighting how far apart their realities are. When Suzuri was a child, he hated seeing his friends fight over food. So, he convinced them to start sharing, which resulted in everyone having crumbs for a meal. They didn't remember the last time they had their stomachs full, but at least they weren't turning against each other. When he realized they'd never achieve anything and die a pointless death, he had to act. That's how he united them and created GRAVEL. Tsubaki keeps talking about how painful loss is, but he never had anything to begin with. So, it doesn't matter what he says, it's all static to him. That's when the boy charges desperately, making the brawl even more frenetic than before. But that sparks a change in Tsubaki, as well. He realizes the pain Suzuri's going through, even if he doesn't fully understand it. When he defeats Suzuri, and the boy can't move anymore, he says he's sorry. Now, Tsubaki wants to do anything he can to help him and the other GRAVEL members. In accordance, Kanji and other people from the district tell them that many stores are opening or require new employees. That way, they can follow a new path without giving up on what they love. After that, Suzuri gives up and accepts the opportunity. He also apologizes to all his friends, saying he forced them down the wrong path. Even though he expects a bad response, they immediately acknowledge his new decision. They're all a unit, so they must stay together. Then, Tsubaki scolds Shizuka. When she tried to give up and turn herself in, she was trampling on everybody's feelings. Tsubaki wants her to understand that she can never do that again. Then, Shizuka says she's sorry, and both of them start hugging and crying. As Kanji tries to diffuse the situation, his friends start teasing him about how he and Shizuka should already be dating. Suou then jokes about it with Sakura, expecting the boy to be flustered by the couple's talk. However, he's lost in his thoughts. Sakura tells Kanji he can't stand the way his group fights. At first, he thought their mentality was cool, but he changed his mind after realizing what it meant. Even though he understands it's naive, he doesn't want any of his friends to get hurt. And Kanji agrees with him. He can't do that, but he believes Sakura should try. The boy's smart and strong enough to achieve that one day. Even if it's idealistic, it's the best possible outcome. Right when everything seems peaceful, Kanji remembers someone hired GRAVEL to kidnap Shizuka. Although Suzuri believes he can talk things out and solve the problem, it seems 'the problem' is already there. Suddenly, a tattooed man calls him a loser and affirms he can't do anything. It turns out he is the same guy who appeared after the KREEL fight, and Tsubaki knows him. To the point, he seems scared to see the man there. The Episode Review After KREEL, it's nice seeing an antagonist who isn't actually a villain. Not to mention that understanding what's going through his mind and what motivated him to become who he is. Suzuri having a deeper story is a nice surprise. It's similar to what happened with Tomiyama and Togame in season 1. They're all teenagers, and Wind Breaker tries to be realistic, so it wouldn't make sense if they were cartoonishly horrible people. So, if Suzuri isn't the real villain, who is? Well, we don't know him yet, but he already seems incredible. The tattooed man clearly has a connection to Furin and has been orchestrating many things until now. The anime has yet to explain how Umemiya changed the school and who made it the way it was before. Hence, there's definitely a story there. It feels weird that this is happening as a cliffhanger to the next episode, instead of to the following season. However, it also makes the final stretch of the season even more exciting. Previous Episode Next Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
Pink Villa
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Wind Breaker Season 2 Episode 10: Tsubakino To Defeat Suzuri—Recap, Release Date, Where To Stream And More
The last episode of Wind Breaker Season 2, titled 'Shall We Dance?,' opened with Tsubakino, Shizuka, and the Sakaki twins trying to comfort Shizuka, who quietly fled the restaurant. Meanwhile, Sakura and his group struggled against GRAVEL alongside Roppo Ichiza, prompting Kanji to send them back to protect Shizuka. However, Shizuka interrupted the fight, revealing she left Sunaba after a wealthy man attempted to buy her. Kanji gave her refuge and love at Ougi. She offered herself to GRAVEL, but Tsubakino arrived, vowed to protect her, and traded blows with Shuhei Suzuri. Expected plot in Wind Breaker Season 2 Episode 10 Wind Breaker Season 2 Episode 10 will likely continue the battle between Tsubakino and Shuhei Suzuri, escalating as both unleash serious attacks. While Sakura and his group defend Shizuka from GRAVEL's remaining members, he may express admiration for Tsubakino's unexpected strength. During the clash, Suzuri will probably begin questioning Tsubakino's beliefs, leading to a flashback about Suzuri's past. This backstory may offer insight into his motivations and pain. The is likely to close with Tsubakino nearly overpowering Suzuri in a decisive exchange. Wind Breaker Season 2 Episode 10 will be releasing in Japan on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 12:26 am JST. Due to time zone differences, most international viewers can expect the episode to be available on the previous day, June 5, with release times adjusted accordingly. Wind Breaker Season 2 Episode 10 will accessible for international streaming on Crunchyroll, which has confirmed that dubs will be available in English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, and German. Keep up with Pinkvilla for more updates from second season of the Wind Breaker anime.
The Review Geek
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Wind Breaker – Season 2 Episode 8 Recap & Review
Episode 8 Tsubaki orders the boys plenty of food from the club to thank them for helping him before. Now, Ito-san has been dressing up and going out almost daily, as he wants to have new stories to tell when he meets Yui again. In all his happiness, Tsubaki orders dessert for them, but he doesn't realize his vice-captains, Seiryu and Uryu, are also taking the food for themselves. Realizing his mistake, he puts a stop to the orders. He also explains how he ended up dancing in the club. He fell in love with pole dancing when he learned about it, so he instantly searched for places to dance. Unfortunately, there were none close to Furin. His only option was to try joining this club, which accepted him. That's when Kanji arrives and teases him for crying when he asked to join them. He also thanks the boys for helping them and talks more about Roppo-Ichiza. He's the group's watchman, and their mission is to stop any conflict around the area. They're much like Furin, although Umemiya has done far greater and more complex work to change the school and its surroundings. As the lights go out, everyone turns their attention to the stage and Shizuka. She enchants all clients with her beautiful and soothing singing. It feels like she could even bring them to tears with such an amazing skill. However, their happiness soon ends. The guys who attacked her before arrive again and start wreaking havoc outside the club. Kanji doesn't tell Tsubaki anything, as he doesn't want him to worry. He wants to leave alone, but Sakura, Nirei, and Suou go out the door before he can refuse their help. There are more thugs than before, but that's not a problem for Roppo-Ichiza. Even though they're a small team, all of them are elites. Each of them swiftly knocks out two or three guys without help or breaking a sweat. The kids watch the scene with surprise, but something more incredible is yet to happen. When one of the gangsters demands that they bring Shizuka, Kanji destroys him with a single punch. But he doesn't stop there and clobbers a few more guys, displaying a protective aura similar to Umemiya's. Kanji continuously pummels all the other gangsters with ease, as if he could win the fight all by himself. When two guys attack him at the same time, Sakura comes to his rescue and defeats one of them. The boy's strength even impresses other members of the Roppo-Ichiza, like Akihito Miyoshi, who's fighting by Suou's side. While everyone is fighting, Nirei wonders what he could do to help. He understands he can't do what he did during the brawl against KEEL, so he stays back and reflects. He also realizes they are almost out of enemies, meaning the fight is almost over. At least, it'd be good if it actually meant that… Suddenly, a new group arrives, unconcerned by the several knocked-out men on the floor. They are GRAVEL, a team from the Sunaba district, which is incredibly poor, resulting in many of its citizens resorting to burglary and other crimes. Their leader says they'll get paid if they take Shizuka, so he tries to reason with Kanji. Obviously, neither the Roppo-Ichiza nor the Furin boys will give up without a fight. But Kanji surprises him and Sakura by saying he doesn't even care if he loses the fight; no matter what happens, no one will touch the girl. The Episode Review Wind Breaker expands its world in a really interesting way. Although it has a 'gang of the arc' style (similar to a villain of the day type of deal), they always serve a bigger purpose. For example, KEEL transformed Sakura into a better leader and made him understand his weaknesses. And they paint a clearer picture of the city for us. So, even if we don't know their lasting effects, GRAVEL and Roppo-Ichiza show how other people band together to fight against a situation. Be it poverty or simply guaranteeing entertainment for others. It's also entertaining to think about how they'll affect the protagonists. Even though it's too soon to say, Kanji's mindset about losing a fight not mattering will probably influence Sakura in some way. He has just started thinking about depending on others, but he's still obsessed with fighting and winning. So, he might actually learn a thing or two from losing (or fighting differently). Still, it's an odd choice to take Tsubaki out of the fight. We learn a lot about the characters from seeing them confront other gangsters, so he'll probably find his way into the conflict later. It'll be even greater if the creator adapts his style to his way of thinking or flexibility. He enjoys dancing, so seeing that affect his brawls would be a nice touch. Previous Episode Next Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
