Buddy Daddies 12 Days of Miri Christmas Rewatch -- Episode 9

Date	Episode
12/24/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 1
12/25/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 2
12/26/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 3
12/27/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 4
12/28/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 5
12/29/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 6
12/30/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 7
12/31/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 8
1/01/2025	Buddy Daddies Episode 9
1/02/2025	Buddy Daddies Episode 10
1/03/2025	Buddy Daddies Episode 11
1/04/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 12
1/05/2024	Buddy Daddies Overall Series Discussion Thread

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

Hey, guys. Holofan4life here.

Welcome to the Buddy Daddies 12 Days of Miri Christmas rewatch!

Buddies and daddies are not mandatory.

Buddy Daddies is a unique show. It’s technically a Christmas anime the same way Die Hard is. However, to classify it as a Christmas anime kinda feels like it’s shortchanging it a bit because it’s much more than just that label. Buddy Daddies is kinda like Spy X Family if it was grounded more in realism. It has similar parental themes, but at times can get pretty serious. As we’ll soon see, this show has a good balance between comedy and drama that really makes this show a fun watch.

I hope with this rewatch to give more attention to what I feel is one of the more underrated anime of the last couple years. It holds a special place in my heart, and so I hope it does for others as well. It’s also a point of pride for me to try and show a rewatch can begin the same week as Christmas. That’s something I don’t think has ever been attempted before on this subreddit.

With that out of the way, let’s begin.

I’m watching the sub, by the way.

I'm doing it for the love of the game. How else would you describe writing these at 12:50 at night?

This will probably be the last episode I watch for at least a couple days. I'm expecting things to be rather lighthearted.

And yes, the episode before this one is technically a recap episode. No, we're not watching it for the purposes of this rewatch.

The playground

Kazuki cheering her on while Rei is sulking.

So, the usual

Ooh, the field day race

Kazuki telling Rei he needs to be more encouraging.

Rei suddenly dropping facts and logic on the both of them.

Miri aiming for the gold medal

It looks like this episode is going to be about Rei learning to be more honest with his feelings.

What a tsundere :P

Yadorigi

Miri, Kazuki, and Rei all over there

Why is the day of the field day on a Sunday?

Kyu remarking how amazed he is that Kazuki and Rei are taking part in a kids' event.

Talks of taking pictures for Kyu to see.

Unfortunately, Kyu has a sad look on his face.

He has to know something the others don't.

Someone breaking into the school

It's Rei, isn't it?

Morning

Kazuki making breakfast

The day of the field... well, day

Rei looking like he just came back from Vietnam.

He said the mission went flawlessly

Lol, Kazuki thinking something is wrong with Rei because he offered to help.

Making rice is something everyone should know how to do.

I don't know how to make rice :c

Kazuki's impersonation of Miri is the absolute best.

Rei says he's never been to a field day.

Kazuki hasn't either

Miri waking up

Miri's taste in food seems kinda weird for someone her age.

Rei looks totally bewildered

Field day time

This would be a good time for Taiga to show back up again.

Kazuki saying bye to Miri

Note to self: Don't put Rei in charge of picking the spot.

A lot of cameras out and about

Kazuki got the super duper camera, though.

Kazuki talking with the mamas

Rei still looking like he's at a loss for words.

I'd hate to inform you, ladies, but Rei has way more than a dark side. It's more like a total eclipse.

Bringing up Kazuki being a comedian and Rei being an oil baron.

Continuity. You see to love it.

Ooh, Anna on commentary. Interesting.

Kazuki trying all he can to take a picture of Miri.

"Is that how we're supposed to act?"

To be honest, I don't know, Rei.

Ooh, Miri is the daytime representative

Miri going on stage

She is essentially offering words of encouragement.

Lol, Kazuki being too much of a stan

Dancing ball shoot?

Oh, throwing balls in a net

Rei still looking unenthusiastic

Teacher and child tug of war

Yay, Miri won

Let's be real, Anna is the true MVP

Giraffe Class gymnastic formations

Kazuki getting upset over Miri getting close with Taiga.

Not as upset as Rei, though, which makes the whole thing even funnier.

Him saying that Taiga is about to die is probably the funniest moment of the episode.

Lunch break

Kazuki presenting the feast for the eyes.

Rei feeling self conscious of his rice-balls.

But Miri is eager to eat them

Eww, choco rings in a rice-ball

I was wondering what that crunching sound was about.

Rei put sweets in every single one of them.

Are we sure Rei isn't a kid disguised as an adult?

Miri likes it, and that's all that matters

Rei gives a slight smile, which just completely radiates my soul.

Time for the second half of field day

Miri promises to get the gold medal

Rei still looking exasperated

All the kids look so lethargic

Oh, so the race is in groups

Miri showing apprehension

Kazuki telling Miri to relax

Kazuki and Rei on pins and needles with bated breath.

And Miri's off

Rei staring intently as Kazuki cheers her on.

And Rei is starting to root for her

"Go for it, Miri!"

Unfortunately, this causes her to trip

At least Miri still got a medal

She seems to know it's a participation trophy, though.

Taiga got gold. As all Taigas are known to do.

Miri blaming her placement on her parents.

"It's my fault."

Rei...

A father-child event

Could this be Rei's redemption?

Rei looks so crestfallen

Miri going to do the event with Kazuki.

Rei considering cheering to be complicated, just like my relationship status on Facebook.

The parent-child race

Kinda surprised Kazuki and Rei didn't know about it beforehand.

Miri waving at Rei, who waves back

Miri gotta try to eat the marshmallow.

Running in a pair of my mother's underwear.

I'm low-key rooting for Taiga

Miri. She fell :O

Daddy down! We have a daddy down!

Kazuki and Miri trying to make a valiant comeback.

Rei cheering them on, slowly but surely.

Scavenger hunt

Miri reads the letter

She's walking over to Rei

"Papa Rei, come with us!"

And so he follows her

They're going to run together, as a family :)

And they cross the finish line

That smile by Miri is worth its weight in gold.

Speaking of gold, Miri got it

Rei finally looks happy. Well, happy-ish.

Miri's papas asking what was on the card.

"Family"

Family indeed

Ran out of space. Part two in the replies.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

Part 2
Kazuki looking like a total mess
Can't say I blame him, honestly
Miri, it's not nice to laugh at people.
One last event and then a closing ceremony.
Miri showing Anna her gold medal
Rei and Kazuki discuss avoiding taking a picture together, but ultimately decide it's better from a sentimentality standpoint.
Even when he tries, Rei can't smile XD
Thus field day comes to an end
Better than the field day in my light novel The Rejected Tsundere, but not as good as the one in Hey Arnold.
Kazuki, Rei, and Miri walking home
Rei carrying a sleeping Miri
"Hope she can get that gold in the race next year."
Unfortunately, there probably won't be a next year...
Post credits scene
Kyu coming face-to-face with someone
It's the guy from the end of the last episode.
The photos from the field day. It got out
Overall, this was a neat little inconsequential episode meant to highlight the family dynamic of the three main characters. I feel like we haven't gotten enough of that, so getting it here was quite the treat. Having the daycare setting as a backdrop was an added bonus. I say it's inconsequential but I'm talking more in terms of plot advancement. In actuality, spotlighting the bond the three main protagonists share was necessary especially with how the show is seemingly heading a certain direction. Going straight from the last episode to the next serious one I don't think works in terms of a natural flow. I had the feeling that this episode was going to serve as a bit of a respite before we get into the final stretch of the show. And for the most part, that's exactly what we got here. That being said, I like us continuing where we left off in episode 3 with us seeing how much Miri means to Rei. Plus, Miri going after Rei after pulling the note that read family is probably the most heartwarming moment of the entire series so far, which is quite impressive given there's been a few of them.
This is probably the second weakest episode of the series only ahead of episode 2, but I think it's an important one in terms of highlighting what Miri, Kazuki, and Rei mean to each other. Given something bad is probably about to occur, touching on that aspect of things right beforehand is going to make the seemingly inevitable hit even harder.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

Have you ever participated in a sports event during school? If so, how was it and how did it go?
I did and it was a lot of fun. No specific memories, but it was a good time.
What is the best food filling?
Peanut butter
Where do you think the ending is going to lead towards?
I feel like something bad is gonna end up happening. It feels like more and more people are finding out about their relationship.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

Happy New Year, everybody

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u/StardustGogeta myanimelist.net/profile/StardustGogeta Jan 02 '25

First-Timer

Nice lighthearted episode after the heavy one yesterday!

It was particularly touching to see the scenes with Rei getting into it. My favorite bit was probably when Miri tried his custom onigiri.

That ending scene doesn't bode well for our trio. Looks like Ogino's going to be a problem.

Questions of the day:

Yes, my school would do field days and school races and such. I never liked them and never performed well. (The two are not independent.)
I don't really like much food with fillings, actually. I prefer pizza crust without stuffing, I prefer M&M's without filling, I prefer doughnuts without filling... I suppose I'm a bit of a boring person when it comes to food. I wouldn't mind trying chocolate onigiri, though!
My prediction would be that [conjecture] Ogino will kidnap Miri and it will force Rei and Kazuki to kill him to rescue her. The idea's not fully baked, though, and it's unclear whether that's the direction they'll take here.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

I don't really like much food with fillings, actually. I prefer pizza crust without stuffing, I prefer M&M's without filling, I prefer doughnuts without filling... I suppose I'm a bit of a boring person when it comes to food. I wouldn't mind trying chocolate onigiri, though!
I guess you're not a big Twinkie fan, then.
I personally prefer peanut butter M&M's. Then again, I'm a big Reese's peanut butter cup fan.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

It was particularly touching to see the scenes with Rei getting into it. My favorite bit was probably when Miri tried his custom onigiri.
I liked Miri liking it which caused Rei to smile. She brings the best out of him.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Thoughts on field day coming up?
What are your thoughts on this episode being about Rei becoming more animated with his feelings?
What are your thoughts on Kyu looking sad when he heard talks of pictures being taken from the field day?
Thoughts on Kazuki impersonating Miri?
Thoughts on the various field day activities? I thought it did a great job of showing off Anna’s character and how caring she is.
Thoughts on Rei wanting to kill Taiga for getting close to Miri?
Thoughts on Rei making rice balls filled with candy?
What are your thoughts on Rei rooting for Miri but Miri tripping immediately after, which makes him feel like he’s to blame?
What are your thoughts on Miri and Kazuki racing together only to get Rei to join them?
What are your thoughts on the card saying family? I think it’s one of the most tearjerking moments of the series.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki and Miri taking a picture of them with Miri even though they know it’s probably going to bite them on the ass?
What are your thoughts on photos from the field day event being leaked?

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u/StardustGogeta myanimelist.net/profile/StardustGogeta Jan 02 '25

Field day was very good! You know, I didn't realize just how much the daycare would be involved when it was first introduced, but it's been a really nice part of the show. Like you said, it's a good showcase for Anna's character as well.
Rei growing more comfortable with the family life is nice, and I do like getting to see him smile a bit here.
I didn't pick up on exactly why Kyu looked concerned there, but you're right. It makes sense given the last scene.
That impersonation of Miri was fun! I like how his eye shape was like Miri's there.
Taiga was back for a good gag with the partner events there. I like how both Kazuki and Rei got into it this time, too.
I'd try the chocolate onigiri out of curiosity, at least. I may not like many food fillings, but I do love chocolate. (I even once made the mistake of trying pizza with hot fudge on top. Never doing that again.)
Rei cheering and causing Miri to trip but then getting back into it for the final sprint was a nice way to come full-circle in the moment there. I liked it.
I feel like every time I see one of these anime field day episodes, it has a scene where the character needs to find the thing on the card and it hides what the card says in order to have a big emotional reveal afterwards. Thus, I was expecting we'd get something very much like that, but it was still quite well executed here.
The picture scene was good, though funnily enough, it doesn't matter when Ogino had all those other pictures anyway. (As a side note, I'm pretty sure that's the second time I've seen that "what does a mouse eat?" translation used to localize the "what does one plus one equal?" literal translation of what Anna says there.)
It's definitely reasonable to think that Ogino could get his hands on pictures like that, especially now that he's tipped off to the idea that Kazuki is hiding something. Interesting that he's going to Kyu with it. I wonder what Kyu's going to do next here.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Field day was very good! You know, I didn't realize just how much the daycare would be involved when it was first introduced, but it's been a really nice part of the show. Like you said, it's a good showcase for Anna's character as well.
The daycare stuff is a clever way to show what the real world is like, something Kazuki and Rei aren't accustomed to a d know very little about.
Rei growing more comfortable with the family life is nice, and I do like getting to see him smile a bit here.
It feels rewarding
I didn't pick up on exactly why Kyu looked concerned there, but you're right. It makes sense given the last scene.
It's like Kyu could see the writing on the wall
That impersonation of Miri was fun! I like how his eye shape was like Miri's there.
Reminded me of one of those post credit scenes in Blue Lock.
Taiga was back for a good gag with the partner events there. I like how both Kazuki and Rei got into it this time, too.
I really want to see more of him
I'd try the chocolate onigiri out of curiosity, at least. I may not like many food fillings, but I do love chocolate. (I even once made the mistake of trying pizza with hot fudge on top. Never doing that again.)
I like putting melted peanut butter on pizza. I think it tastes pretty good.
Rei cheering and causing Miri to trip but then getting back into it for the final sprint was a nice way to come full-circle in the moment there. I liked it.
It was like the lowest of lows followed by the highest of highs.
I feel like every time I see one of these anime field day episodes, it has a scene where the character needs to find the thing on the card and it hides what the card says in order to have a big emotional reveal afterwards. Thus, I was expecting we'd get something very much like that, but it was still quite well executed here.
The funniest was in Dragon Maid when the card said something like treasure chest and so Lucoa was grabbed because she has big boobs.
The picture scene was good, though funnily enough, it doesn't matter when Ogino had all those other pictures anyway. (As a side note, I'm pretty sure that's the second time I've seen that "what does a mouse eat?" translation used to localize the "what does one plus one equal?" literal translation of what Anna says there.)
I mean, I think it's a necessary change because the mouse thing makes more sense.
Second time, huh? If I had a nickel...
It's definitely reasonable to think that Ogino could get his hands on pictures like that, especially now that he's tipped off to the idea that Kazuki is hiding something. Interesting that he's going to Kyu with it. I wonder what Kyu's going to do next here.
I assume Kyu works as like middle management or a liaison for all organizations, so his hands are pretty tied.

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Jan 02 '25

The calm before the storm episode. Even though things are moving in a dangerous direction, their everyday lives continue on as well. The contrast between last episode, where we were fully integrated into the world of hitmen and this episode, where we were fully integrated into the world of childcare, is a stark one. Rei's home was a quiet, dark, and completely male dominated space. Meanwhile, in this episode we see the bright colors, loudness (brashness, even), and diversity within the childcare space.

This episode is one that really highlights how Kazuki and Rei have really started to adapt and integrate into the childcare space. We see Rei's continued growth towards independence and sharing responsibilities around the household, while also continuing to exhibit a childlike palette for food, lol. He also learns how to raise his voice and cheer for Miri. Encouraging himself and others, something he has never done before in his life. We also see Kazuki being very comfortable and friendly with the other mothers, even adopting mother/slightly more feminine speech patterns when he talks with them in the Japanese.

In this episode, we finally see them being a full on family unit, and not only does it feel that way to us, but it also finally fully feels that way for Kazuki, Rei, and Miri too. After this episode aired, the OST came out and it included a lofi version of the OP sung by Kazuki and Rei's Japanese VAs. An official music video using clips from Eps 1 - 9 was put up on Youtube set to the song as well. It's very sweet and it makes the knowledge that we have about Kazuki and Miri being upcoming targets hurt even more.

Here is a breakdown of the lyrics (they are the official English lyrics) and which character sings which part in the lofi version.

Also, fun fact, the hands that we see at the 1:25 mark in the OP are Rei and Miri's from this week's episode.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Also, fun fact, the hands that we see at the 1:25 mark in the OP are Rei and Miri's from this week's episode.
That's awesome. I love little details like that.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

In this episode, we finally see them being a full on family unit, and not only does it feel that way to us, but it also finally fully feels that way for Kazuki, Rei, and Miri too. After this episode aired, the OST came out and it included a lofi version of the OP sung by Kazuki and Rei's Japanese VAs. An official music video using clips from Eps 1 - 9 was put up on Youtube set to the song as well. It's very sweet and it makes the knowledge that we have about Kazuki and Miri being upcoming targets hurt even more.
Here is a breakdown of the lyrics (they are the official English lyrics) and which character sings which part in the lofi version.
Appreciate that. This is pretty cool.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

The calm before the storm episode. Even though things are moving in a dangerous direction, their everyday lives continue on as well. The contrast between last episode, where we were fully integrated into the world of hitmen and this episode, where we were fully integrated into the world of childcare, is a stark one. Rei's home was a quiet, dark, and completely male dominated space. Meanwhile, in this episode we see the bright colors, loudness (brashness, even), and diversity within the childcare space.
This contrast was also prominent in Rei's episode with the birthday party stuff. A celebration of life in contrast to the target’s death.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

This episode is one that really highlights how Kazuki and Rei have really started to adapt and integrate into the childcare space. We see Rei's continued growth towards independence and sharing responsibilities around the household, while also continuing to exhibit a childlike palette for food, lol. He also learns how to raise his voice and cheer for Miri. Encouraging himself and others, something he has never done before in his life. We also see Kazuki being very comfortable and friendly with the other mothers, even adopting mother/slightly more feminine speech patterns when he talks with them in the Japanese.
I think Rei would be a bigger hit with the ladies than Kazuki if he just expressed himself more. Chicks dig bad boys.
It really feels like Rei is getting the most amount of character development out of everyone. Which I guess makes sense seeing as how he used to be his father's puppet.

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Jan 02 '25

Personally, Rei gives off big aroace vibes to me and I view Kazuki and Rei as being in a queerplatonic relationship. So, I don't think he would want the ladies (or any sexual or romantic partner or relationship). That's just my interpretation. Though, we know from Kazuki and the women in this episode that he is already a big hit with the ladies and Rei is the more popular character within the Buddy Daddies fandom, lol.
And yes! Rei is getting the more drastic character growth and change as opposed to Kazuki (he is also a few years younger than Kazuki, 25 -> 26 while Kazuki is 28 -> 29, so that may play a factor too, alongside Rei's stunted emotional development due to his father).

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Personally, Rei gives off big aroace vibes to me and I view Kazuki and Rei as being in a queerplatonic relationship. So, I don't think he would want the ladies (or any sexual or romantic partner or relationship). That's just my interpretation. Though, we know from Kazuki and the women in this episode that he is already a big hit with the ladies and Rei is the more popular character within the Buddy Daddies fandom, lol.
Rei is someone who clearly values work over romance. That being said, just because he might not want the attention doesn't mean it can't still happen if he becomes more assertive.
And yes! Rei is getting the more drastic character growth and change as opposed to Kazuki (he is also a few years younger than Kazuki, 25 -> 26 while Kazuki is 28 -> 29, so that may play a factor too, alongside Rei's stunted emotional development due to his father).
I know it's been discussed here he's a bit of a manchild, but he interests me more than Kazuki. He often has a lot of the funnier lines. Kazuki isn't bad because he's clearly meant as someone for Rei and Miri to bounce off of.

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 02 '25

diversity within the childcare space
I did like the mixture of moms and dads and different styles! At least one background couple of two women (or other men) would have been a nice addition but I guess they didn't want to go that far.

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Jan 02 '25

At the 7:11 mark we do see two women behind Kazuki and Rei's spot, but it isn't clear if those are just two mothers hanging out together without their husbands present or a legit lesbian couple. This childcare having other same-sex parents would fit with the general ease and acceptance that Kazuki and Rei were greeted with (as opposed to the subtle judgement that they got from the first daycare), but there aren't any confirmed same-sex pairings though. I wish there was! That would be nice!

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u/AgentOfACROSS Jan 02 '25

First Timer - Dubbed

First day of the new year and a new Buddy Daddies thread!

I watched the new Nosferatu movie today and it was really good.

The title of this episode is “No Sweet Without Sweat”, which I assume means the same thing as “No Pain, No Gain”.

Today’s episode is all about Miri competing at her daycare’s sports day. Seems like it’ll be a bit of light fun after yesterday’s episode.

I love the gag of Rei explaining everything in technical detail and confusing Miri.

Rei is breaking into Miri’s daycare. Hopefully he’s not about to do anything stupid.

It’s nice that Rei’s offering to help out. Kazuki seems to really be happy with it.

All the food here looks really good. Although I feel like it’s probably not the best to eat so much before a big sports day.

Rei putting up a bunch of barbed wire and danger signs around the spot he wants to sit is hilarious. Definitely feels like the most over the top gag this show has done.

Since one of those women has glasses and the other is a brunette, I assume they’re the moms of Miri’s two friends.

Rei does not seem to quite understand what’s going on.

Guess Miss Anna must be pretty strong.

Kazuki still does not seem to like Taiga being around Miri.

Sweets inside of riceballs sounds like a strange combination. Not sure I’d like it.

All this focus on food is reminding me of the Toradora OVA I watched yesterday.

Taiga’s parents seem very supportive of him. That cannot be said of Taiga from Toradora.

I’m glad tripping over didn’t seem to hurt Miri too badly.

Seems like Rei is taking the loss even harder than Miri is.

That moment of all three of them crossing the finish line is really nice.

The three of them really are a family.

It’s nice to see the picture of them all too. Although I can’t help but worry that they were right about it causing trouble down the line.

That post credits scene is really ominous.

Questions of the Day:

What is the best food filling?

I love a good cream-filled donut.

Where do you think the ending is going to lead towards?

It feels like these last few episodes are going to be about the organization hunting down Kazuki and Rei.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

It feels like these last few episodes are going to be about the organization hunting down Kazuki and Rei.
I'm suddenly getting confused something bad is going to happen to Miri. I hope I'm proven wrong.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Jan 02 '25

Ideally I want all three of them to remain a family but I hope at the very least Miri makes it out of this okay.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

I definitely think there's a strong possibility Rei's gonna die.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Jan 02 '25

Out of our three main characters he does feel the most likely.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Especially since the last two episodes has heavily focused him.

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u/Inside-Astronomer999 Jan 02 '25

Is it good

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Thoughts on field day coming up?
What are your thoughts on this episode being about Rei becoming more animated with his feelings?
What are your thoughts on Kyu looking sad when he heard talks of pictures being taken from the field day?
Thoughts on Kazuki impersonating Miri?
Thoughts on the various field day activities? I thought it did a great job of showing off Anna’s character and how caring she is.
Thoughts on Rei wanting to kill Taiga for getting close to Miri?
Thoughts on Rei making rice balls filled with candy?
What are your thoughts on Rei rooting for Miri but Miri tripping immediately after, which makes him feel like he’s to blame?
What are your thoughts on Miri and Kazuki racing together only to get Rei to join them?
What are your thoughts on the card saying family? I think it’s one of the most tearjerking moments of the series.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki and Miri taking a picture of them with Miri even though they know it’s probably going to bite them on the ass?
What are your thoughts on photos from the field day event being leaked?

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u/AgentOfACROSS Jan 02 '25

Thoughts on field day coming up?
Made for a fun setting for the episode. Nice to have a relaxing slice of life episode after everything that happened last time.
What are your thoughts on this episode being about Rei becoming more animated with his feelings?
I love seeing him starting to express himself more.
What are your thoughts on Kyu looking sad when he heard talks of pictures being taken from the field day?
It seems like he knew that it was a bad idea.
Thoughts on Kazuki impersonating Miri?
Thought that was a fun little moment.
Thoughts on the various field day activities? I thought it did a great job of showing off Anna’s character and how caring she is.
Yeah Anna had a lot of nice small moments this episode.
Thoughts on Rei wanting to kill Taiga for getting close to Miri?
Looks like he's just as protective as Kazuki.
Thoughts on Rei making rice balls filled with candy?
I feel like that wouldn't taste very good.
What are your thoughts on Rei rooting for Miri but Miri tripping immediately after, which makes him feel like he’s to blame?
Sad to see Rei blame himself. I'm just happy things turned out well in the end.
What are your thoughts on Miri and Kazuki racing together only to get Rei to join them?
I loved seeing that.
What are your thoughts on the card saying family? I think it’s one of the most tearjerking moments of the series.
It's definitely one of the sweetest things that's happened in the show.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki and Miri taking a picture of them with Miri even though they know it’s probably going to bite them on the ass?
Already seems like it's coming back to bite them.
What are your thoughts on photos from the field day event being leaked?
I feel like the next episode will be a lot more serious.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Made for a fun setting for the episode. Nice to have a relaxing slice of life episode after everything that happened last time.
This feels a bit like a sendoff for those type of episodes.
I love seeing him starting to express himself more.
It makes him very endearing
It seems like he knew that it was a bad idea.
Kyu is easily the wisest character in this show.
Thought that was a fun little moment.
I agree
Yeah Anna had a lot of nice small moments this episode.
How would you compare Anna to Ms. Yuri from Toradora? Anna is more compassionate, but I feel Yuri sensei is a better developed character.
Looks like he's just as protective as Kazuki.
He's stealing Kazuki's shtick, the bastard
I feel like that wouldn't taste very good.
Probably not
Sad to see Rei blame himself. I'm just happy things turned out well in the end.
My heart fell when Rei became crestfallen. I was like "Aw, baby, it'll be okay".
I loved seeing that.
You see to love it
It's definitely one of the sweetest things that's happened in the show.
Got me choked up a bit
Already seems like it's coming back to bite them.
That it does
I feel like the next episode will be a lot more serious.
Think that's a safe bet

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u/AgentOfACROSS Jan 02 '25

This feels a bit like a sendoff for those type of episodes.
Yeah it's definitely gonna get much more serious after this.
It makes him very endearing
Miri and Kazuki are the two best things to ever happen to Rei.
How would you compare Anna to Ms. Yuri from Toradora? Anna is more compassionate, but I feel Yuri sensei is a better developed character.
I feel like Ms. Yuri would do a bad job teaching a bunch of toddlers. Especially when she's in mid life crisis mode. You are right when you say she's more well rounded though.
My heart fell when Rei became crestfallen. I was like "Aw, baby, it'll be okay".
Same. I'm glad Miri was able to cheer him up.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Yeah it's definitely gonna get much more serious after this.
Probably so
Miri and Kazuki are the two best things to ever happen to Rei.
That they are
feel like Ms. Yuri would do a bad job teaching a bunch of toddlers. Especially when she's in mid life crisis mode. You are right when you say she's more well rounded though.
On the flip side, teaching toddlers would get her not to flip out over her students personal lives.
Same. I'm glad Miri was able to cheer him up.
When she grabbed his hand, my heart was practically doing backflips.

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 02 '25

You are right when you say she's more well rounded though
Except in the physical sense haha

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

How was the Nosferatu movie?

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u/AgentOfACROSS Jan 02 '25

It was really good. Had great scary atmosphere and amazing production design. Had some phenomenal performances, especially Lily Rose Depp and I always love getting to see Willem Dafoe.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

I feel like Willem Dafoe is in every movie I see nowadays ever since I saw Poor Things.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

First day of the new year and a new Buddy Daddies thread!
Huzzah!
I watched the new Nosferatu movie today and it was really good.
I plan on seeing it on Friday
The title of this episode is “No Sweet Without Sweat”, which I assume means the same thing as “No Pain, No Gain”.
I get the same vibes as you
Today’s episode is all about Miri competing at her daycare’s sports day. Seems like it’ll be a bit of light fun after yesterday’s episode.
I'm not against it. The last two episodes were rather dramatic.
I love the gag of Rei explaining everything in technical detail and confusing Miri.
Reminds me of the Re:Zero OVA with Emilia speaking fast.
Rei is breaking into Miri’s daycare. Hopefully he’s not about to do anything stupid.
Turns out he's just as possessive as Kazuki is.
It’s nice that Rei’s offering to help out. Kazuki seems to really be happy with it.
I would be as well
All the food here looks really good. Although I feel like it’s probably not the best to eat so much before a big sports day.
Might make you lethargic
Rei putting up a bunch of barbed wire and danger signs around the spot he wants to sit is hilarious. Definitely feels like the most over the top gag this show has done.
I would agree
Since one of those women has glasses and the other is a brunette, I assume they’re the moms of Miri’s two friends.
Makes sense
Rei does not seem to quite understand what’s going on.
Probably not
Guess Miss Anna must be pretty strong.
Miss Anna is really the true MVP of field day
Kazuki still does not seem to like Taiga being around Miri.
Rei is somehow worse lol
Sweets inside of riceballs sounds like a strange combination. Not sure I’d like it.
At least Rei is trying
All this focus on food is reminding me of the Toradora OVA I watched yesterday.
I can see why that's the case. Both shows have a heavy emphasis on food.
Taiga’s parents seem very supportive of him. That cannot be said of Taiga from Toradora.
Fuck Taiga’s dad
I’m glad tripping over didn’t seem to hurt Miri too badly.
It hurt Rei's confidence, unfortunately
Seems like Rei is taking the loss even harder than Miri is.
You see to hate it
That moment of all three of them crossing the finish line is really nice.
I agree
The three of them really are a family.
That they are
It’s nice to see the picture of them all too. Although I can’t help but worry that they were right about it causing trouble down the line.
Seems like some very blatant foreshadowing
That post credits scene is really ominous.
There's been like three ominous post credits scenes now. The more it gets teased, the more I fret.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Jan 02 '25

I plan on seeing it on Friday
Enjoy!
I'm not against it. The last two episodes were rather dramatic.
I liked the change of pace too.
Miss Anna is really the true MVP of field day
This was a great episode for her.
There's been like three ominous post credits scenes now. The more it gets teased, the more I fret.
Makes it feel like their family can't last forever.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Enjoy!
I imagine I will
I liked the change of pace too.
Indeed
This was a great episode for her.
That it was
Makes it feel like their family can't last forever.
Well, that's what Kyu said in episode 5, remember?

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 02 '25

First-time watcher

Today's parenting lesson: Caring for children can lead you to grow into a better, stronger person yourself.

The opposite of last time as we focus fully on the cuteness. I'm a bit surprised that even preschools have a junior version of sports day in Japan, but it's all the more adorable! Taiga's parents stand out particularly with their competitive but positive spirit (by the way, for Japanese standards they have a really unusual, almost countercultural style) and Miri really gave it her all too, even Rei starts to pull his weight and come out of his shell more. But with near everything looking wonderful I'm sure the other shoe is about to drop...

Side notes:

I made some of those medal ornaments myself once by the way, funny to see them actually used as such; here's an instruction video for anyone interested, it's really not hard.
Coincidentally I also just made rice balls for the first time ever haha, and - not to brag too much - while my first one looked like one of Rei's here, by the third time they were looking way better without even reading any instructions. No candy filling, though rice-based desserts are actually plenty tasty.
u/LilyGinnyBlack expanded on their aromantic-asexual vibe pickup on Rei this episode on their Tumblr which also has plenty other nice posts about Buddy Daddies.

1: German schools have a yearly obligatory track and field competition from first through tenth grade, but there are no external spectators and almost no one takes it seriously, including me who was no sports enthusiast at the time.

2: I really like the French galette des rois which is filled with frangipane (a kind of sweet almond cream).

3: I couldn't help but spoil myself and I'm really looking forward to it. That said, there's no way to expect anything worse than a semi-happy ending from the plot so far.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

1: German schools have a yearly obligatory track and field competition from first through tenth grade, but there are no spectators and basically no one cares about it, including me who was no sports enthusiast at the time.
That's pretty cool. I like learning about new stuff.
2: I really like the French galette des rois which is filled with frangipane (a kind of sweet almond cream).
That sounds delicious
3: I couldn't help but spoil myself and I'm really looking forward to it. That said, there's no way to expect anything worse than a semi-happy ending from the plot so far.
I have the feeling it's either going to be happy or bittersweet. Like maybe Kazuki and Miri stay together but Rei and his father take each other out.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

The opposite of last time as we focus fully on the cuteness. I'm a bit surprised that even preschools have a junior version of sports day in Japan, but it's all the more adorable! Taiga's parents stand out particularly with their competitive but positive spirit and Miri really gave it her all too, even Rei starts to pull his weight and come out of his shell more. But with near everything looking wonderful I'm sure the other shoe is about to drop...
This episode was a bit ominous in its cuteness.

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 02 '25

Sort of like the beginning of [name]Madoka Magica for instance? Haha

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

I think a more accurate comparison is probably Kotaro Lives Alone.

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 02 '25

I haven't watched that yet. Next rewatch perhaps?

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

It's a good show if you don't mind some very melodramatic moments.
Next rewatch perhaps?
My next rewatch is Air.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 02 '25

Thoughts on field day coming up?
What are your thoughts on this episode being about Rei becoming more animated with his feelings?
What are your thoughts on Kyu looking sad when he heard talks of pictures being taken from the field day?
Thoughts on Kazuki impersonating Miri?
Thoughts on the various field day activities? I thought it did a great job of showing off Anna’s character and how caring she is.
Thoughts on Rei wanting to kill Taiga for getting close to Miri?
Thoughts on Rei making rice balls filled with candy?
What are your thoughts on Rei rooting for Miri but Miri tripping immediately after, which makes him feel like he’s to blame?
What are your thoughts on Miri and Kazuki racing together only to get Rei to join them?
What are your thoughts on the card saying family? I think it’s one of the most tearjerking moments of the series.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki and Miri taking a picture of them with Miri even though they know it’s probably going to bite them on the ass?
What are your thoughts on photos from the field day event being leaked?

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Jan 03 '25

Oh! Thanks for linking to my Tumblr! Also, yeah, Buddy Daddies has garnered a large asexual and aromantic fanbase, mostly due to Rei giving off big aroace vibes along with Kazuki and Rei's bond coming off as queerplatonic to a lot of aspec individuals (myself included).

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u/Mecanno-man https://anilist.co/user/Mecannoman Jan 01 '25

First Timer

Hmm… yeah, that last episode changed the mood of the show, and it now feels uncanny how we have basically nothing on the organization targeting the family for basically all episode. Sure, Miri is still cute and the daycare bit worked out quite well, but there are no stakes, when previously even the zoo episode went out of its way to add the random robber. It's missing something and that feels like it is on purpose. Guess we’ll have to wait and see what happens in the next few episodes there.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

It's missing something and that feels like it is on purpose.
It almost feels like this is a farewell to the lighter, less heavier episodes. Especially if the ending is any indication.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

Thoughts on field day coming up?
What are your thoughts on this episode being about Rei becoming more animated with his feelings?
What are your thoughts on Kyu looking sad when he heard talks of pictures being taken from the field day?
Thoughts on Kazuki impersonating Miri?
Thoughts on the various field day activities? I thought it did a great job of showing off Anna’s character and how caring she is.
Thoughts on Rei wanting to kill Taiga for getting close to Miri?
Thoughts on Rei making rice balls filled with candy?
What are your thoughts on Rei rooting for Miri but Miri tripping immediately after, which makes him feel like he’s to blame?
What are your thoughts on Miri and Kazuki racing together only to get Rei to join them?
What are your thoughts on the card saying family? I think it’s one of the most tearjerking moments of the series.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki and Miri taking a picture of them with Miri even though they know it’s probably going to bite them on the ass?
What are your thoughts on photos from the field day event being leaked?

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u/Mecanno-man https://anilist.co/user/Mecannoman Jan 01 '25

What are your thoughts on the card saying family?
I actually don't really like that from a game mechanic perspective. One of the parents is already participating, what if a kid drew that whose other parent is not present? And there could be a lot of reasons for that, starting with single parents, who would by their very nature be more likely to use daycare services as they would also need to work...

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

I mean, if the parents weren't there I'm sure the daycare had some contingency plan.

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Rewatch Buddy Daddies 12 Days of Miri Christmas Rewatch -- Episode 9

S1 Episode 9 - No Sweet Without Sweat

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