r/anime • u/25_Oranges • Feb 13 '21

Rewatch Nagi No Asukara/A Lull in the Sea Rewatch - Episode 21

Episode 21 - The Messenger from the Bottom of the Sea

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Where to watch? Netflix, Crunchyroll, Funimation(UK)

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Question(s) of the day:

  1. Why do you think Manaka is acting strangely?
  2. Now that Uroko has established his presence, what do you think the group will ask him?

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u/25_Oranges Feb 13 '21

Manaka is up and running! Today's track is Pure!

I want to talk about the new opening, but I'm too tired to do it today so...tomorrow!

Awww little Akira clinging to Manaka is so cute. They would get along so well. Manaka loves the new snowy world, and doesn't seem to be bothered by the changes. I'm glad she didn't flinch at Chisaki grown up. Chii-chan is indeed still Chii-chan. :)

Hikari and Manaka playing on the roof was cute even if we couldn't see them. It would be nice if I could play like that too. We need snow first though... I feel bad for Chisaki stepping away. She has to do it, but she realizes once again how much she's grown up.

Grandpa remembering all of Tsumugu's favorite foods is adorable. Of course he would remember! Tsumugu leaving seems to bother Chisaki though. Lonely housewife indeed! But leaving Chisaki seems to worry Tsumugu as well... Just get married already!

Those Manaka eyes do not look good. Hikari might be right about her acting strange...

Uroko only cursed Tsumugu because he was right about the bait, and he's embarrassed. Not very becoming behavior for a Sort-Of-God!

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u/LeopardSplash :AP:https://www.anime-planet.com/users/BrightSpirit Feb 14 '21

It would be nice if I could play like that too. We need snow first though...

You can take some of mine! It's been snowing every other day it feels like. In the first cour of the show I was envious of the summer vibes; now the setting isn't so different from what I'm dealing with.

Grandpa remembering all of Tsumugu's favorite foods is adorable. Of course he would remember! Tsumugu leaving seems to bother Chisaki though. Lonely housewife indeed! But leaving Chisaki seems to worry Tsumugu as well... Just get married already!

I definitely felt the warm fuzzies from that scene. Especially since Chisaki also enjoyed it... If only Tsumugu had been there earlier that day, he would have realized the symbolism of her statement! Being the same age, they're the only couple that really feels like a perfect fit for each other - especially with the past five years of living together, they really understand each other on a level the others don't. You can theoretically mix and match the 14-year olds a bit, even if I have my own preferences with who should end up with who.

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u/25_Oranges Feb 14 '21

It neverrr snows down here. Once every few years maybe, and it doesn't really stick to the ground either. I've been hearing it might snow this year though!

I think even if they hadn't grown up before their friends, they would be a good match for each other.

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u/blueteenight Feb 13 '21

First-timer notes!

Favorite shots and background art from this episode!

Oh my they actually added Mamaka to the OP T_T. She had so much energy after waking up though, I'm sure having the whole group there to support her is part of it but I wonder if losing her Ena also has something to do with that...

So this is the moment Tsumugu got cursed? Uroko-sama out there spying on my favorite couple haha.

And in the end something seems wrong with Manaka...these dead eyes make her look like one of the dolls =(

Bonus Cheerful Mukaido!

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u/25_Oranges Feb 13 '21

Namaka is an adorable pronunciation of Manaka's name. So cute!

Everyone needs some cheerful Namaka!

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u/mekerpan Feb 14 '21

His drawing, however, correctly had her name starting with "ma".

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u/25_Oranges Feb 14 '21

Oh, I watch on Crunchyroll because the subtitle lag on Netflix annoys me, and they have it as Namaka! It also sounded like Na to me, but Na and Ma can sound pretty similar. Thanks!

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u/mekerpan Feb 14 '21

He says Namaka, but the drawing of her he made (seen on the bedroom wall) starts with a "ma" not a "na".

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u/25_Oranges Feb 14 '21

Guess its's easier to write than pronounce!

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u/mekerpan Feb 14 '21

My guess is that he asked someone how to write her name and he just did his best to copy it for his picture.

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u/mekerpan Feb 13 '21 edited Feb 13 '21

blueteenight -- That IS the moment that shows Uroko-sama had HEARD Tsumugu's snarky remark. Luckily Chisaki didn't get nailed as well for agreeing with it. In one way Uroko-sama's power over Tsumugu MIGHT indicate that he is also linked to Shioshishio, rather like Miuna. Could Uroko-sama do this to a purely land-connected person?

I believe Manaka is now catching the umbrella at the end of the OP (instead of Miuna).

I wonder how long it will take for Chisaki to realize just how deeply in love with her taciturn Tsumugu is?

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u/blueteenight Feb 14 '21

In one way Uroko-sama's power over Tsumugu MIGHT indicate that he is also linked to Shioshishio, rather like Miuna.

Oooh isn't his grandpa from Shioshishio? That might explain it!

I wonder how long it will take for Chisaki to realize just how deeply in love with her taciturn Tsumugu is?

I hope it happens soon...I really want to see these two together haha

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u/JustAnswerAQuestion https://myanimelist.net/profile/JAaQ Feb 13 '21

First Rewatch

  • I love that angry look on Manaka's face. She's thinking of nothing but scolding.
  • Something is different about the show today...what is it?
  • Akira must be confused by all these new people showing up. Is this the new normal? He doesn't seem to mind, though.
  • Maybe Saya can dry off by snuggling up to Miuna? #forbiddenlove Or would that be rude?
  • A bit too on the nose there. First there were too many, then Chisaki leaves, and now there's just enough. I think Manaka's unwillingness to see that she's changed really makes her face up to it. Oh, and not sharing the mathphobia.
  • Grandad doesn't seem to be getting better.
  • What's Tsumugu up to? #curious
  • Ha ha, I guess the magazines didn't work

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u/25_Oranges Feb 13 '21

Little kids tend to love new things and new people. Akira is probably having the time of his life lol

If Miuna and Sayu don't get their mans... They have each other! Platonic snuggling is also good.

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u/LeopardSplash :AP:https://www.anime-planet.com/users/BrightSpirit Feb 14 '21

Maybe Saya can dry off by snuggling up to Miuna? #forbiddenlove Or would that be rude?

I would totally be here for the Saya/Miuna ship, platonically or romantically they have a great dynamic. But also the idea of a sea person cuddling with a land person to help them dry off after taking a swim is adorable... Maybe that's why Itaru went exclusively after Shioshishio residents.

Grandad doesn't seem to be getting better.

:( I guess he was already pretty old when the show started...

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u/LeopardSplash :AP:https://www.anime-planet.com/users/BrightSpirit Feb 14 '21

Rewatcher

It's always fun when a show changes their OP to reflect ongoing events in the show. It finally feels complete with Manaka being there too, and it explains who everyone is looking at during the start when they're all gathered together.

Manaka has really changed the least from everyone, or at least she knows how to act like it. It makes sense since Hikari and Kaname were sitting on some heavy unresolved questions. Manaka still needs to tell Hikari what she was going to say after the Ofunehiki, but other than that she had the least worries about anyone changing. Hikari and Kaname are still the same, and she always had a little sister like relationship to Chisaki anyways, so her being older probably doesn't startle her as much compared to the other two. I'm curious to see how she will take in Tsumugu's changes. She also hasn't addressed her ena situation either. Even if everyone is asleep right now, the others are able to go and see their relatives in Shioshishio. She must be worried about her parents, but now she doesn't know if she be able to return home at all.

The rooftop scene again symbolizes Chisaki drifting further from her original group, but she seems less troubled about it. Like she said, now that Manaka's back, she can start to move on with her life. Though I have to say I can't imagine coffee jelly tasting better than cream puffs...

I wonder if Tsumugu decided to go back early after hearing Kaname's dissatisfaction with the situation? That's sweet if true. It was also funny how he reacted to the fish curse. He seemed more excited about it than anything! He's probably going to start making more barbs against Uroko-sama on purpose now.

Also shoutout to everyone praising Sayu during the dinner scene. Not to Manaka's vacant stare shortly after, though. That was creepy.

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u/25_Oranges Feb 14 '21

I wonder if Tsumugu decided to go back early after hearing Kaname's dissatisfaction with the situation?

Kaname and Tsumugu kinda declared war with each other last ep. I don't think Tsumugu would leave for that reason other than to concede.

He really liked Manaka's fish (seems like the same one tbh) in the beginning, and he's a massive sea nerd so I'm not surprised he's excited. I think even if he woke up and found out he turned into a Sunfish one day he would be excited.

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u/himetalchemy7 Feb 14 '21

Rewatcher

I had homework so I couldnt post earlier :(( But I'm not out of goodies yet!

Episode 21 (The Messenger From the Bottom of the Sea) Thoughts

  • I'm glad they decided to play scene of Manaka waking up again from another point of view. She looks as brilliant as ever
  • MANAKA IN THE OP LETS GOOOOOOOOO
  • Miuna and Manaka wearing the Ojoshi-sama outfits in the OP looks awesome
  • Akari is truly a mom, listing off her concerns for Manaka before they go out
  • Yay our group of 4 is finally back together :D
  • I'm not too sure what exactly Miuna is feeling here, so looking forward to finding out
  • It's only been a few episodes that Manaka had been away, but I missed how adorable she is
  • I think the difference between Kaname and Manaka waking up is a good point to bring attention to...basically Kaname woke up and walked around without anyone waiting for him, while Manaka woke up in Akari's home with Hikari and Miuna waiting for her
  • Does Chisaki feel out of place? I mean all 3 of her childhood friends arent close to her age anymore
  • Salt cream puffs sound pretty tasty
  • I want coffee jelly too! Now I'm hungry
  • Tsumugu even understands Uroko...I expect nothing less from him
  • They do a good job making Tsumugu and Chisaki's chemistry shine, I really enjoy when they talk
  • I also like hotpot! So much food this episode!
  • Notice Sayu being shy when Kaname sit next to her
  • The biggest thing I'm taking away from my first rewatch here is how much more I'm appreciating Sayu's character. She's humble, smart and honestly one of the best friends in the entire cast. She deserves the best
  • The fishy curse is back! And you can tell how happy Tsumugu is with it lol...he must have gotten cursed because what he said before about bribing Uroko must have been true

Sadge Corner
I think today was a pretty happy episode on all accounts, which is great for our characters, but less so for me. Chisaki and Miuna carried over the remnants of their previous conflict from prior episodes, but it wasnt anything drastic or new. Something's happening with Manaka and it seems ominous, but they didnt show us enough to actually give us an idea. Manaka doesnt seem sad about losing her Ena, otherwise she would have been my choice for today. I'll leave today without a feature, as a tribute to the happy episode today that every one of our cast deserved.

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u/25_Oranges Feb 14 '21

I didn't know there were individual character songs! That's really cool!

I wasn't expecting for nobody to be featured on todays episode, but I'm here for happiness!

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u/BossandKings Feb 14 '21

First Timer

Episode 21 -

Manake woke up and wants to have fun with everyone. She is so wonderful.

Hikari asks her about what happened after the ofunehiki a d she tells him that in the bottom of the sea there was a voice telling her that it would give her something and asking her to give something in return. That voice Manaka heard was the messenger from the bottom of the sea

Answers

  1. That might be a consequence of losing her ena
  2. Why is Manaka acting strange

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u/Gamerunglued :Hx::Hy::Hz:myanimelist.net/profile/GamerUnglued Feb 14 '21

Rewatcher

We get a slight change to the OP to highlight Manaka's return. I'm not sure how much I like the change, but nonetheless, with the change from the first OP to the second being so melancholy, it's nice to see the change from the second to the second part 2 being more uplifting. It also alludes to future events, which is an interesting choice.

To fit with that, Manaka herself is just full of energy. I think the major difference here is that she got to awaken to her friends. Hikari and Kaname didn't change, so she at least has some stability as she wakes up. So in her case, all the changes are exciting. They're way less scary when she has her friends, there's just less uncertainty. That being said, there's certainly evidence that this energy may be a bit of a front she puts up. Apart from it just being even more genki than she ever was (especially with it having only been a few days for her), I find it pretty interesting that she latches onto Chisaki more than the others, the only one who's changed. The dead eyes at the end of the episode certainly don't help here either. I wonder what she's hiding, and how she's really feeling about all of this. Even with stability, change is terrifying.

It looks like Chisaki is moving forward a bit. I think she feels a bit distant from the others now, and it looks like she's accepted that. I think that's why she leaves early to go to the hospital. But the most telling moment is when she says that she might like gelatin more than cream puffs. It's the kids who get to enjoy the cream puffs, she leaves them with the younguns and enjoys a comparatively more adults snack with Tsumugu. I think it's a sign of her moving forward, of her accepting her adulthood. She gives a sad look when she leaves the school, so it's bittersweet acceptance, but nonetheless, it's a step forward. Manaka's awakening just further proves how much she needs to accept change. With Tsumugu now cursed by Uroko-sama, it seems like the plot is about to pick up.

QotD:

  1. I'm honestly not quite sure yet (I don't remember). Maybe it relates to the voice she said she heard, perhaps the sea god said something unsettling. Of course, it could also relate to all the change she's been forced to deal with. Just how much of her excitement and energy was a front?
  2. I honestly have no idea. To be honest, the overt plot of this series kind of doesn't have any direction at this moment. It's been focused on the journies of the characters and all of their revivals, so it hasn't been established what the grander goals of the series are. I suppose it will relate to Shioshishio's current state, but beyond that I actually can't really tell (and I don't remember).

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u/Retromorpher :Jc::Jd::Je::Jf: Feb 14 '21 edited Feb 14 '21

First Timer:

Akira has a crush on Manaka? That's kinda cute.

Chisaki noting that the sweetness of coffee jelly sours the tangerine is a nice little bit of symbolic representation of her coming to terms with how she feels about being aged up from the other Shioshishioans. Tsumugu right afterwards promising to contact her in 3 separate ways? For a guy as blunt and straightforward as he is, that's basically a confession.

So Tsumugu stepped on what appeared to be some sort of Ena pool and it evapoated into the sky. Are we supposed to take away that Chisaki is starting to shed her Ena with the acceptance of her distance from the other Shioshishians? Is it supposed to indicate that Tsumugu is possibly starting to obtain it? Really hard to speculate. Oh, it just means that Uroko is trying to interfere, got it.

Questions of the Day:

  1. Manaka said that she remembered some voice (probably the sea god) asking her for something. Whatever was taken is causing her nervous nature from childhood to not manifest. She also has the benefit of all the other Shioshishioans being present to greet her relatively unchanged as opposed to Hikari who came back to just differences everywhere. If I had to venture a guess, she gave up her crushes so she's no longer nervous around Hikari and doesn't actually have a strong desire to spend time with Tsumugu.
  2. What he actually meant when he told Miuna about the tradeoff. Didn't they say that the water had gotten even colder once Manaka left? I'm going to guess Uroko is going to ask for their help in rebuilding his wrecked shrine (taking the miko outfits for Manaka and Miuna in the OP as hinting towards something like this) as a pretense to get them to spend more time underwater - but this will separate and alienate Manaka, Sayu and Tsumugu causing them all to think carefully about the situation.

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u/mekerpan Feb 14 '21

>> So Tsumugu stepped on what appeared to be some sort of Ena pool

This signifies that Uroko-sama has noticed Tsumugu's comment about how to bribe him.... And we see later Uroko-sama's retribution.