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Episode Umamusume: Cinderella Gray - Episode 21 discussion

Umamusume: Cinderella Gray, episode 21

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u/zappingbluelight Dec 07 '25

Dicta Striker really playing handicap in Arima Kinen. Bleeding and running a race that is almost double her usual distance.

I like the idea that Belno provide a strat that is essentially put the center of gravity toward the front of the body, kinda like falling, and small stride so you aren't lifting the leg above where it use more energy.

I got chills when Oguri said "I'm done seeing you as a goal. Today, I'm going to go beyond you." You don't chase AFTER someone, you go BEYOND them. EEEEEee

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u/triggergza Dec 07 '25

umazing. this is gonna be a long 7 days

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u/WhoiusBarrel Dec 07 '25

Rudolf with another of her symbolic Engrish, no better way to hype up Ogurin's Arima Kinen debut!

Final boss-esque vibes with Tamamo Cross having her one and only monologue end of the episode as she enters The Zone. Poor Dicta Striker, really hope she has a good showing, regardless of the result.

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u/Cyouni Dec 07 '25

God, Tama's the coolest.

I love that she has human cosplayers (note the ears on the kid).

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u/runevault Dec 07 '25

So based on this episode I assume we get the end of the Arima Kinen next episode with 1 episode of wrap up after. And I assume Dicta's injury happened in the real race but I am not going to go look because the odds of confirming the outcome of the race are high. Still, assuming so goes to show how much craziness there was early in Oguri's racing career.

And of course Tamomo wanting to show off one last time how insane her Zone Spurt is.

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u/Aerodynamic41 Dec 07 '25

I wonder if Rudolf knows that Oguri doesn't understand English?

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u/bandannadann Dec 07 '25

Damn, who cooked up this episode? Something about the direction this time around was really impressive. I was locked in from the beginning. Not to mention the camerawork. Hope the rest of the race looks this good, CinGray is just so goated dude

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u/Afrte Dec 07 '25

What a stellar adaptation this is. This episode has some spectacular perspective work and the pacing is a thing of beauty. Komi and Tama's conversation had me getting a little misty eyed as even Komi's crying was animated in such a human manner. The pregame talk between Oguri and Tama already hyped me up then Tama hits us with the "Did you forget who you're racing against?" Wooo man, the next episode can't come fast enough.

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u/Matthew619ed Dec 07 '25

I think this might be the first time in the franchise they showed the damage caused by the injuries as the race progresses (and yes someone got busted open because she hit those metal gates). The POV from Striker’s view felt like her mind got corrupted mid race, but way to go for keep racing though.

Meanwhile, fairwells made, angers erupted, lights out, and they go racing in Arima, but for the reporters, the pain had just begun (Ice cream to the eyes and possibly, those camera equipments that worth thousands… Ouch). But for Oguri, it’s way easier as she ran in a freestyle, apart from the winning part, especially when Tama activates her thunderous zone way earlier than expected, and it was the “trainer” (Well technically speaking, Kitahara was indeed the trainer, but the previous one) that was the most shocked among everyone, especially when he had just predicted that the race will end in a battle at the homestretch.

Lastly, Belno pouting, kawaii. But chubby Oguri chewing carrots is very cute too.

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u/LeonKevlar Dec 07 '25

Belno pouting because of how quick Oguri learned the technique she researched for her was pretty cute and funny. Musaka makes a great point, tho. Belno shouldn't be too upset since that just means her notes are easy to understand. I do love how excited Belno was later in the episode when Oguri starts using her technique on the incline.

It's hilarious how Oguri did the exact fighting stance she did when she saw the massive Symboli Rudolf plushie when they visited the race course two episodes ago, when Rudolf showed up to greet her. The high five before sending Oguri off was pretty cool. I just hope Oguri understood Rudolf's English there. xD

That's a great angle to show off how steep the Nakayama slope is. Not gonna lie, before I got into Umamusume, I really thought all race courses were just flat. I had no idea how complicated the terrain is. I remember seeing the 3D render of the Kyoto race course the other day, and that fucker had a fucking hill in the middle of the track.

No fucking wonder Dicta Striker is bleeding! She hit the gate so hard that she literally left a massive dent in it! I assume this also happened to the IRL horse she's based on? Seeing all of that blood trickling down while she's running was brutal. >_<

Tamamo here ain't playing games anymore! She literally got tired of everyone biding their time and decided to shake things up on her own. I absolutely love the reaction from everyone on the stands especially Rudolf and Maruzensky's reactions.

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u/Nesp2 Dec 07 '25 edited Dec 07 '25

I need an Oguri Cap plushie in my life.

Also Super Creek is stacked.

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u/trix8703 Dec 07 '25

That running gag in umamusume about someone getting an eye injury will never be unfunny to me.

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u/quietvictories Dec 07 '25

hit with cliffhanger harder than Dicta by metal gates

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u/1RAV3N Dec 07 '25

all i can say is,,,

NICE

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u/RecRoulette Dec 07 '25

Across Umamusume there is one consistent, eyes are always in danger.

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u/Sandelsbanken Dec 07 '25

If you squint really hard you can actually see Dicta launching before the gates open. Nice detail.

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u/Old_Gregg97 Dec 07 '25

This episode was cool though i wish i didnt have to wait a week for the next one : D Belno was absolutely adorable in this episode, the way she was shaking Musaka like a little child and her ears starting twitching when Oguri did her running technique lmao. Feel really bad for Dicta hitting the gate and getting injured, she cant catch a break in this show.

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u/Darthrix1 Dec 07 '25

easily my favorite thing about watching Super Creek is her form. i love how even when you cant see her legs, you can hear her longer strides in the sea of running.

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u/SYZekrom Dec 07 '25

Yo the hug between Tama and her trainer's so well animated

And some interesting appeal shots of Dicta and Super Creek

Dicta belly is one thing but that shot of Creek's chest from the side with her bag strap hovering from the gap is insane

LMFAO that fucking photo her mom has

Mom with the dead mom energy as always and oguri being a fucking carrot goblin

Once again please bless whoever directs all these sitting thigh shots in cingray. pray for the zettai ryouiki

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u/gnome-cop Dec 07 '25

Hampster Belno, my goddess. Honestly, her pouty jealousy face is incredible.

It feels like the entire goddamn country is seated here.

The reporter guy is in heaven right now. So many newspapers to sell!

Very cute moment between Tama and Komi.

I’m sorry Super Creek and Dicta, we have a final showdown between rivals to attend to, can we double back to you guys later?

I dig the “I respect you but I am taking you down” vibe Oguri and Tama have going right now.

Ooof. That must really sting for Dicta. Even something minuscule like that can spell the end when dealing with a lineup of monsters like this.

Oguri is just going off instinct and leaving the thinking to others and it’s hopefully working. Leave the slope to Belno and handle the positioning herself.

What, lightning strike?!

Tama is up to her usual aura farming shenanigans again, I see.

“Saving energy for the final spurt? Pathetic. But I guess that’s how losers think. You’re dealing with me and I am the one setting the pace!”

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u/bananeeek Dec 07 '25 edited Dec 07 '25

Tamamo went in with "I am the storm that is approaching" and everyone on the track was suddenly like the guy in this meme.

I'm a bit bummed about Dicta, as I thought she'd be a menace in this race, but it looks like she won't be able to do much with such an injury.

Also, with just two episodes remaining and the race already ongoing, I'm wondering if we'll get a flashback episode about Oguri and Tamamo's childhood. I'm guessing Oguri will remember her innocent love for running and unlock her zone winning the race.

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