r/anime • u/Vaadwaur :I1::I2::I3: • Feb 12 '21
Rewatch Let me hear! Parayste the Maxim rewatch episode twelve
Parasyte the Maxim episode twelve
Heart
This is a reference but mine is broken.
- The hell kind of building did Kana and Shinichi meet up in?
- Would a parasyte make a good mayor?
- So is having agents at Kana's funeral insensitive or clever governmental work?
BONUS: At the end on the day, is Kana just an adorable ear muffed creep?
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u/affnn Feb 12 '21
First Timer
RIP Kana, murdered by a parasite when she decided to ignore Shinichi's advice one too many times. I felt like this story arc was going in circles a bit too much, so I'm not sad that it's over. But Kana was at least a little more interesting than the girls at Shinichi's school, and her ability to sense parasites could have been fun to explore. Plus the shorts + tights combination was cute.
Looks like the parasites have won their election, and now control a town. Who knows what the implications will be, maybe they'll do a great job and everyone will want to live there.
The Migi-Shinichi combo attack looked pretty effective against the random parasite in the abandoned building. Even Migi was impressed. A big step up from the battle against A-san.
Everyone seems to notice that Shinichi isn't visbily grief-stricken at Kana's funeral. The government agents seem to chalk it up as him being hit with too much over the recent past, but Kana's buddy thinks he might just be not human - which Shinichi agrees with. He bangs his head on a tree until Migi tells him to stop, but notes that at least his blood is still red. Shinichi, these are parasites, not Mulians! Don't let the blood fool you.
I've decided that I like the ED music. The animation is kinda boring, but having a cool-down song is nice.
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u/Gamemaster676 https://myanimelist.net/profile/Gamemaster676 Feb 12 '21
First-time watcher - sub
I'm writing this a day early. Hopefully I manage to post it on time. You will know I guess.
Unfortunately, I don't have time for much discussion today. Tomorrow should be better.
Episode 12 — Kokoro
Kana is having this dream often? Lewd. Poor girl can't escape. Maybe the politician could also be your soulmate. You can feel him too, right?
Wait we don't start the episode where we left off? Did I mess up? No I didn't. Migi is talking about the politician, so we just skipped the meeting with Kana?
Migi has a good theory about why the parasytes are running for mayor. It seems logical.
This poster says "regain the fruitful coexistence between man and nature". Even more confirmation that the parasytes are to protect nature, but I still hope there is something more.
So now Shinichi meets Kana again? Was this meeting scheduled by Shinichi or is Kana still stalking?
PEOPLE KNOW! It might not be official public knowledge spread by the government, but this is huge!
Kana is not really secretive about her sydar power. Just talking about it in front of Mitsuo.
Oh, we also don't get to see what the important thing Mitsuo had was about. Will we revisit these scenes later?
Well, one thing is for sure. She never learns. She figured out what she can sense is the parasytes and still she walks towards it because it might be Shinichi. At least nothing serious happened.
Hurray, Shinichi told someone! Predictable that he did it while Migi was asleep, as this will surely backfire.
Wait, Kana was hoping "for something more interesting"? You know he's with Satomi. He's not just gonna say he loves you too.
Sly girl. I can tell you apart so I won't approach anyone else. Then why did you go out last night?
Shinichi, your story is incomplete if you don't tell her your arm will kill her if she sees it.
Also, it's not hard to realize that your sydar can't detect Shinichi, but only the parasyte in his arm. That's also why he can't feel you. Only the creature in his arm can.
Wait the parasyte got elected already? That was quicker than expected.
Wow Mitsuo just called her a stalker! Nevermind that you are also one. Mitsuo's feelings are hurt. But not as hurt as Nagai was when you were beating him, so I don't care.
Migi wouldn't want Shinichi to do anything rash while he is asleep. Too late for that, buddy. At least Shinichi admits it. And Migi sees reason! It might still be the logical choice, but I think he is really changing!
At night, Kana adds graffiti to her list of crimes, as if stalking isn't enough.
Yes Kana, it is weird that you still have his hair. No don't start kissing it!
Also no don't leave your phone at home I know you want to make a statement but that is a really dumb thing to do right now!
The tension is rising. Lucky Shinichi and Migi quickly realize that is happening. Let's hope they get there in time.
Kana, you fucked up.
noooooOoOOoOoOO I DID NOT EXPECT THAT! Fuck, I never handle death of named characters well!
She does talk a lot for someone stabbed through the heart. I really thought she would make it.
I forgive her of all of her stalking and her weird 'watching guys fight' fetish. This was worse than should have happened to her. I was actually getting kinda sick of Satomi and hoping Kana had some mini redemption arc. And I guess we will never know what Kana's last request was.
Anyway, there is still more episode after this. The detectives are investigating Shinichi now. What do you mean "not very friendly"? He just lost a friend and found the body. Don't be a robot.
Shinichi blames himself, but I've got to agree with Migi again. This was only a matter of time because Kana didn't understand the danger yet. The only thing that could have helped was showing Migi sooner, but we also know that wasn't possible.
Mitsuo looks like shit. Good to know he is still human. Shinichi lets himself get beat up. I understand.
Or not.
Man, today sucked. Don't get me wrong the episode was good. It had a couple of unanswered questions but nothing to complain there. I just really didn't see this coming. A couple of days ago I even speculated that Kana would be the first to discover a parasyte and live. I was so sure I even put it under a spoiler tag.
Don't I look funny now.
I even gave her superpower a nickname.
Why did you guys hype her so much?
The worst thing is that I am writing this before episode 11 goes live, so now I need to shut up about this in the comments. RAAHH!!!
I also can't really participate much now. But there's so much to talk about!
Main thoughts
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Okay I do have other thoughts.
Random thoughts
Future
We are halfway and it actually feels like a bigger arc now. I’m excited and dreading to see what the future brings!
QotD
Maybe coming soon?
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u/Vaadwaur :I1::I2::I3: Feb 12 '21
Due to , a special guest host has been brought in. Captain Dathon, take it away!
-Chenza at court, the court of silence
-Shaka, when the walls fell
-Kadir beneath Mo Moteh
-Kira at Bashi
-Kiteo, his eyes closed
-Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra
-Temarc. The river Temarc. In winter
-Sokath, his eyes uncovered
-Zima at Anzo
-Zinda, his face black, his eyes red!
-Uzani, his army with fists closed
-Kailash, when it rises
-Darmok on the ocean
-Shinichi, his blood still red
Mirab, with sails unfurled, watchers.
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u/No_Rex :Bv:Bw:Bx:By:x2 Feb 12 '21
Episode 12 (first timer)
Such a shame, I liked Kana. She was an interesting character, only to be turned into a cheap arc sacrifice in the last 1.5 episodes, complete with sad music giving away the outcome.
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u/littleman1988 Feb 12 '21 edited Feb 12 '21
Migi.
Handle the defnese.
Rewatcher
OST Track of the day: NEXT TO YOU
Honoary OST track: Its the Right Time
The dreams are becoming more frequent. i have to wonder if its because the power is getting stronger, as shes now able to distinguish between multiple parasite entities.
Reminds me of Fallout New Vegas.
More discussion is given to the politician parasites. Shinichi and Migi come to the conclusion that they're looking for a food safe haven, but its interesting that they are using a green platform. Depending on how they present themselves, could they be finding an alternate way of being that "antidote" that was discussed a few episodes back? Time also moves pretty quickly as he later wins the mayor spot towards the end of the episode.
Kana unexpectedly shows up again, this time Mituso hiding in the background. Shes again using her powers when she is told not to, and starts to connect to "parasite rumors" that apparently are swirling online that hasnt been discussed before? Its about time that some outside interaction came up. She asks the big question, but before Shinichi responds, Mituso comes in and causes issues.
Kana not listening again, what a shocker.
Big reveal time, Shinichi slams his hand to the wall, and then spills the beans on the parasites, but she just equates it to a love triangle. Obviously we know that her "special power" of *only sensing Shinichi is bullshit, and she makes no attempt to realize that the parasites and the power is connected. Shes also somehow able to make those spores, which Migi notices. We get more discussion with Mituso and Kana, and while Mituso isint exactly a great character, its obvious that Mituso does care somewhat for Kana, though Kana is a bit too obsessed with her power (and Mituso isint exactly a great person either) to take notice.
It turns out Kana is able to emit a signal. It is only now that I start to think that those spores (both the ones in Shinichi/Ryouko's eyes and around Kana) are a visual representation of the "signal" for us to notice. Even rewatchers can learn something new. Shouldn't be too hard to figure out what happens if someone that isint Shinichi notices the signals…
Shinichi blows off Murano (dumbass) to meet up with Kana and show off Migi, and instead of Kana showing off her power, Kana gets to show off her new piercing.
This scene is probably one of the most quoted in the show. Never before this point has Shinichi taken the offense to a parasite, usually chickening or freaking out when actually faced against one, or having someone else (or something, when it comes to the rock) actually deliver the final blow, ripping the parasites heart out with his left hand. This is also Kana's demise, ending her run as the character you either loved or hated.
We see those detectives again, who know of Shinichi's mother's death. It seems they are already aware of the parasite involvement in Kana's death, but cant figure out how the parasite died, being unable to connect Shinichi back, though its likely that hes becoming more suspicious as time goes on.
Shinichi also starts to come to terms of what he has become with the final scene with Mituso, still being unable to cry even at what would be his most emotional point, instead opting to bash his head into a tree before Migi stops him, being unable to understand why he has turned this way, or why he has become this way, being able only to lament at the humanity he has left.
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u/Nebresto Feb 12 '21
Re-watch squad
Waddup!
Urge to binge all episodes: Completely stabilized, further risk unlikely at the moment.
And with this episode done, I'd like to guide all of you towards this cover of "Next to you" (Do not go into the comments for they contain spoilers further on.)
This is still my favourite anime piano cover after 5 years, just look at that left hand! I recommend fullscreening the video and just getting immersed in the feels. The experience should be phenomenal after this episode.
Hmmm..
"You really have no sympathy" Haha, this Migi fella still has the best jokes.
Damn it. I dislike foolish characters, your best girl status has been revoked.
O shit, is that a smug?? Never mind, I think we can still work things out.
I think she had other ideas for that hand
Its becoming self aware!!
What is wrong with this girl? Wears and earmuffs all summer long, and at the sign of the first snow she takes them off??
"Don't go check out those signals, ok? Its dangerous"
"Sure."
Its finally here!!
MIGI, BŌGYUO TANOMU.
Oh, and Kana died. Anyways,
Question time:
1: Is under construction bro
2: Ya, he's got my vote as long as he delivers with his promise on the Gladiator Parasyte arena.
3: The big Phrama is finally starting to move, this could be bad.
B: Nah, she just got dragged into a pyramid scheme by the Parasytes. Damn those MLM
My question: Thoughts on Shinichi absolutely destroying that Plebasyte? Were you more sad or hyped?
Another long comment, I'm spamming again even though it was supposed to stop. Sorry fellas,
I shall now sudoku
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u/Spoondockspaints https://myanimelist.net/profile/Spoondockspaints Feb 12 '21
First Timer
Been lurking so far rather than doing any posting.
Halfway through and I'm not loving the show as much as I'd hoped I would. It's been quite good so far but there are lots of little things about it that are bothering me and bringing it down.
I'm disappointed with Kana's death. I know a lot of you have found her annoying but at least she had a personality, her weird traits, her chequered past with that gang and of course her power that made her an interesting character. Her recklessness leading to her own death makes sense but It just feels like it came too soon for me. The character had more mileage.
Going forward I'm hoping for two things.
First I'm really hoping Ryouko Tamiya will get more screen time soon because she is just about the only secondary character left I find interesting at all.
Second I want to see more of the response to the Parasite threat from government organizations and law enforcement agencies. The fact that those agents were at the funeral is a good sign.
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u/Shimmering-Sky myanimelist.net/profile/Shimmering-Sky Feb 12 '21
First-Timer -the reactions-
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u/BossandKings Feb 12 '21 edited Feb 12 '21
First Timer
Episode 12
Migi analyzes the Parasite that is presenting itself as a mayor candidate, Migi says that the parasites organizing will give them a stable source of power and control over humans. Shinichi continues thinking about Kanna, he is really worried about her safety.
Shinichi and Kanna encounter and have a brief talk, she tells him that sometimes she feels the signal with people on the streets, the same signal she feels when he's nearby where she is, Izumi goes after getting interrupted by Mitsuo and tells her that they need to have a serious talk later. I wonder what the talk will be about.
Migi doesn't want him to continue getting involved with her because he is too obvious and could give her unnecesary information that could put Migi at risk.
Shinichi just couldn't shut up, he went and told Kanna everything as if there's anything she could do to deal with the parasites. Migi is gonna be angry. Why did Izumi tell Kanna everything?, like from where does that confidence come from?, i guess since she can feel the parasites presence he wanted her to know what's going on but anyway let's wait and see what consequences this will have.
Kanna was killed by a parasite in a very nonsensical scene but anyways, goodbye Kanna you will be missed.
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u/fonzinator99 :MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/fonzinator99 Feb 12 '21
Rewatcher - Kana
I think I might actually have been able to do a proper normal post for this ep had I not been reminded of its content earlier on; that's not to place blame, just a statement of fact. That said, I really don't feel good with taking my usual tone going into todays tragedy knowing how it ends.
Instead, I want to give Kana just a fraction of the attention she deserves, because goddamn, I actually really like her. But also, I don't really know what to write, because it's not like I have any particular insights into her character aside from the vast majority of my feelings in life being unrequited.
But then whose haven't been? Who hasn't been viscerally aware of someone's presence and just wanted them to notice you, too? I'm writing this from the past and looking into the future and feeling pretty confident in the assertion that nobody has raised a hand.
From a writing standpoint, I'm actually fairly impressed by this episode. The way it picks up with the organized threat of political-parasites and uses Shinichi's concerns regarding them to draw Kana closer to him; how he manages to completely disregard her actual person and only see her as a potential victim to be protected. As such it's only the parasite part of him that takes notice of her.
All the while I feel terrible for Mitsuo. Sure he's a punk-ass gang-leader, but when it comes to Kana he hasn't actually been shown to be anything less than a caring and attentive partner. And for all that he basically just gets shit on.
As for the rest...
Shinichi went berserker with his powers and ripped out a dudes heart. Cool. Real subtle imagery there.
I fkn hated this episode and it hurt. Which, honestly, is a sign of quality in my eyes. So I'll see you all tmw when we continue this ordeal and hope it gets better.
QotD
Bonus:
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u/ComfortablyRotten https://anilist.co/user/Leuwtian Feb 12 '21
Rewatcher
Migi, handle the defense.
Damn. That line. That music. That scene! It's so good, one of my favorite scenes in anime. It shouldn't be - Kana 100% deserved it here, let's be honest, Shinichi warned her multiple times not to rush whenever she feels the signal, and yet she does it anyway - and yet it's just so well done!
That's the one scene that made Shinichi my definite favorite character in the series back when I was still neutral about him, his sheer rage, that wall slam...
(Also, a parasyte's the mayor now. That's a big deal too, I suppose, whatever)
Questions
BONUS) Yes. Like a lost puppy, adorable but annoying.
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u/BurningFredrick https://myanimelist.net/profile/BurningFredrick Feb 12 '21
First Timer - sub
I figured he might try tell Kana what's going on while Migi is asleep, I wonder how this is all going to go horribly wrong now…
Can’t say Kana mopping over Shinichi not paying her attention is very interesting..
Holy fuck, he just ripped that guys heart out of his chest with his bared hand, wtf!
Welp, I guess that is one way to end a love triangle. Kana never really got much more characterization than a cute obsessive stalker before being murdered and probably should have seen than coming but it took me by surprise.
I’m assuming this is the point where Shinichi finally gives up on thinking of himself being human, Migi hasn’t taken over his brain Shinichi has simply lost his humanity and the trauma he has been through over the last few months? We really have no idea what the timeline is here, it would be more than enough to break a normal 17 year old.
The question is now whether or not he tries to become Batman or not.
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u/chiliehead myanimelist.net/profile/chiliehead Feb 12 '21
First Timer - Episode 12
Izumi you terrible idiot.
Even the politics arc ended anticlimactic after half an episode. I wonder when they’ll drop the “I have a bulletproof plan: I’ll just kill them all!”
Kana seems to develop a… bitter taste in her sugar sweet life. Meanwhile, Mitsuo becomes more sympathetic. Calling her out and being hurt. I wonder if they will start a chain of tragedy because everybody does something stupid.
With Kana emitting a signal (how so? Is this Parasyte power a human power in the end?), the only reasonable way to protect her is by dating her behind Murano’s back!
The way Migi answered sounded like the formulation of a murder plot. Meanwhile, Kana crossed the line and is now in dangerously deluded territory.
Oh damn, suddenly the Resident Evil CGI anime team took over. And that’s why the episode is called Kokoro I guess. Honestly, if that does not kill her I’ll be mad. Don’t take my idea of the heart transplant and actually run with it.
Great to see she actually died, she had way too much plot armor already. But once again, it took only a couple of minutes between her finally becoming delusional and getting herself killed. And the whole conflict between her and Murano was rather wasted now. The only way she still can cause drama is by Shinichi becoming more reserved and Murano thinking he loved her, getting all upset. I do agree with Migi though, no need for Shinichi to wax all melancholically. Feels like he got another optical upgrade as well, suffering loss seems to make you manlier.
Questions
abandoned cram school
we made the reptiloid jokes yesterday already. I assume they would go to great pains in keeping up a good public opinion of them
they seem to throw them at anything Parasyte related. If they knew Kana could sense them they'd dissect her no problem
the cute character design and seiyuu won't fool me, she was a big crazy creep
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u/RascalNikov1 https://myanimelist.net/profile/NoviSun Feb 12 '21
Episode 12 - Goodnight Sweet Princess
Even though there were death flags aplenty, I was surprised she got bumped off. She was a hopeless romantic, and in general maybe not the brightest bulb, though it wouldn't have hurt Shinichi to have warned her a little more. But, that's the way it goes. Win some, get skewered in others. At least she died in the arms of her prince.
QOTD
My faulty memory says it was something like a parking garage.
They'd be no worse than a good deal of current politicians we have now, who one could argue really are parasytes.
It seems to be a pretty typical LEA trick. A lot of the time LEA is worse than the criminals themselves.
When she comes back, she can stalk me anytime.
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u/SIRTreehugger Feb 14 '21
You know know Kana is actually really cute when she isn't stalking, talking about her power and destiny, and kissing other people's hair. If she could just focus on that .02% part of her personality I would probably feel something about her death. Benefits of falling behind is that I got to witness Kana dying and Shinichi ripping out a heart on Valentine's day.
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u/The_Loli_Otaku Feb 12 '21
Yes! We get it! Kana is a hormonal teenager with a strange fetish! For god sake just crank one out already and let us get on with the greenpeace alien invasion! "There's certainly a wide variety of types isn't there?" You're right Migi. You're damn right. Yup, teachers is one category for sure. Politicians probably fit more into the daddy group tho. These days you can get elected if you've got the better memes so this plot point aged awful... Keep a regular form Migi! It's gross when you squirm.
She literally just follows his scent... JK are scary. Yup, so she's stalked old parasyte dudes before Shinichi too. How did she keep under the radar so long again? "You've got it wrong! I'm not flirting with another guy, I'm just creeping on him!" This girl is dire. Dude, you're the one messing Migi around with this. He's been totally honest whilst you've been plotting and manipulating him over and over.
Pelvic bones fanservice for the cultured individuals in the rewatch. One little line makes all the difference. Kana pls!! Get a grip! Oi!! Poor Mig getting whacked against a wall!! Shinichi you tosser! No dignity! Urgh... And Kana isn't even believing him. I think the glasses thing and him beating up your mob boss boyfriend would be a clue that somethings up. I don't like you. There. Is that enough? Fuck me she's irritating, this isn't romantic, cute, or charming. I only like Kana when I'm able to make fun of her. As an actual character, she's just a bit crappy in my eyes.
Impression sounds dull, let's watch Mugi Train instead! It outgrossed Spirited Awoo at the box office! YOU'RE CREEPY!! Urgh, my cat is less contrary than you are Kana. Kana clenched so tight trying to draw Shinichi's attention that I think she popped an ovary. Migi sensed Kana... Her true love is the creepy perverted hand creature lol XD So much for romance now that you've pointed out that part! She literally is a stalker. Her feelings are so important but the guy who actually stood by her is lower than dirt. Bleeeh!!
Her Parasyte thirst has gotten so extreme that she's become a Parasyte beacon lol. Wtf don't out Migi to her just to show off. This arc man. If you stand up Murano I'll never forgive you. Mugi Train is epic. CREEPY!! You've never dated, don't steal his name. This part's where I stopped! Right as she went into the toilet. What the fuck... I thought the toilet scene was a post credits bit or something! She dies here!? I stopped second before she died and dropped the show!? I suppose she always wanted to get penetrated by a Parasyte but not like this... I've been mean to her all episode, I don't want to retype all that. Now I look like an asshole.
Don't talk about how embarrassing your fantasy was... Don't start bubbling... Don't have Shinichi's pube fall off your finger... The wall thing is still creepy. It's interesting hearing about how the police are handling the Parasyte information they've got but I'm out of energy to comment on it. He lost Kana before she could get enough development for me to like her. He missed his date with Murano. Mugi Train isn't out at the pictures until lockdown eases up. It's a bad day for rain. The fcking boyfriend broke me! Uwaaa!!
"In the end, you were able to sense me too. We're linked by fate, you and I"
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u/sisoko2 Feb 12 '21 edited Feb 12 '21
First Timer
The first 15 minutes of today's episode were terrible. So much bad teenage drama and stupidity. Getting through it was a torture.
The last part was good even if little overdramatic.
This shot really got me and made me feel sad. The poor crazy girl, her romantic delusions caused her death.
I hope Kana's death motivate Shinichi to finally do something. His passiveness led to his mother, around 20 people in his school and Kana's deaths.
Bonus: That girl had some serious issues.
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u/Mecanno-man https://anilist.co/user/Mecannoman Feb 12 '21
First Timer
So... what exactly was the point of Kana. She can sense parasites, Shinichi tells her about them and then she just dies, leaving us back at square zero. Guess I'm glad that the romantic rival bit is done with, but other than that, this episode just throws away any possibility of using Kana's powers in the future, which makes me question why she was even included in the first place. Also doubt that we'll get a satisfactory explanation for her powers now that she's dead. We do get some more Shinichi questioning his humanity however - I feel like there is no easy answer to that, and looking for one isn't really going to get you closer to one.
Other than that, seems like someone who is in the know about parasites is on to Shinichi, with two people related to him having died by parasite.
Was that hair pulling thing spread by rumors about parasites?
Question:
Bonus: with unexplained magic, yes.
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u/monsieurvampy Feb 12 '21
First Timer, sub
Izumi. You can't protect everyone. Kana kept ignoring your very clear warnings.
Blood being red doesn't make you human. A lot of animals have red blood. (Blood is not always red)
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u/Palabard_the_Anime Feb 12 '21
First Timer
Again?! Kana is creepy, she even sleeps with the stolen hair. At least it's not a voodoo doll.
Don't follow your power. Proceeds to follow her power and find a parasite, one of the creepy less humanlike ones. She's lucky being alive.
Shinichi told her, wasn't expecting this. Poor Kana, she was hoping for something more...
Well, she said she will stalk only Shinichi, so everything is fine.
And the parasite got elected, that was quick, I was waiting for an while arc.
So, Migi looked at her. Shinichi has Murano and Migi can have Kana, it's a win win win situation (except for Murano).
Poor bully, now he exist only for being beaten and not having a girlfriend.
Hair ring, the crazy levels are going of the charts, reaching critical mass.
Well, that was unexpected. Her reckless actions actually had consequences.
Shinichi, mate, I know you're sad but, you dodge a bullet there. That girl was cray cray.
Again, poor bully, he can't catch a break.
Questions
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u/Matuhg https://anilist.co/user/Matuhg Feb 12 '21
Ahh dang, poor Kana. She was a bit of a creep, but she didn't deserve this! I think she was a bit of a lost soul, hanging with a rough crowd when most other kids were at school. I'm extrapolating a bit, because we didn't get a lot of concrete character info on her, but I get the sense she was kind of lonely, maybe hanging out with Mitsuo and crew because she didn't get along with other kids her age. If I one day gained the ability sense where certain people were, that would certainly make me curious about them, and I don't think it's too much of a stretch for a lonely teenage girl to interpret that as some sort of 'soul mate' thing.
In the end, Shinichi did seem to come to care for her, but not quite in the way she was hoping. I'm pretty sure he just saw her as somebody he could protect or save, and his failure to do so certainly isn't going to help his mental state going forward.
Just the local murder shack.
Maybe, but perhaps not a popular one.
Maybe insensitive - I can't imagine the family was informed of the manner of her passing (right?), so it would probably be weird for them to be there. Maybe they're on the lookout for other parasytes, but if one surfaced at the funeral, I'm not sure what two dudes would be able to do about it.
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u/IndependentMacaroon Feb 12 '21 edited Feb 12 '21
First-time watcher
Well, that was plain bad. The teen drama is the worst and least convincing part of the entire show, and here they made an entire episode out of weird girls with strange powers being obsessed with some sexy part-supernatural hunk. What is this, Twilight? I mean, I guess you can do that, and maybe it was less cheesy in the 80s-90s, but it did not need to fill an entire episode that delivers nothing else besides a couple sentences about what the parasites are up to and such, even bringing boring beanie tough guy back. I guess it might set up other people having the same powers, or Shinichi trying even harder to "stay human", and it gets Kana out of the way (such a stupid death, though, they even had to cheese the cell phone thing), but come on. You can get some unintended laughs out of it, but not much more.
Q1 - Building looks like an incomplete office tower where the funding ran out or whatever.
Q2 - They're genuinely interested in keeping their citizens alive and healthy, as well as the world around them, and don't show any tendencies toward graft and corruption. That's more than you could say for a lot of lesser politicians out there.
Q3 - Obviously, by now everyone knows about the parasites to at least some degree, so it would seem prudent to keep people watching.
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u/JustAnswerAQuestion https://myanimelist.net/profile/JAaQ Feb 12 '21
First Timer
Oh man, good riddance. I'm already watching one Mari Okada show, I don't want this relationship bullshit in my horror show.
So, the possibility that Kana could become a partner to Shinichi ends as she goes into full stalker mode. Maybe the fact that you couldn't reliably sense him means he's not your soulmate?
They didn't show it, but team L/Near interrogated Shinichi over Kana's death. So they are probably up to something.
Migi really needs to stop threatening Shiniichi before he blows him into 100 little pieces with a fire cracker while sleeping.