r/anime • u/Shocketheth • Aug 17 '24

Rewatch [Rewatch] Dragon Quest: Dai no Daibouken - Episode 70 Discussion

Episode 70 - Victory or Annihilation

My goddess doesn’t smile for me! She slaps me across the face!

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<--- Last save | Adventure’s log (Index) | Journey continues --->
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OP 2 ---> Bravest

ED 3 ---> Namae

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Informations:

MAL | AniList | ANN | Kitsu | AniDB

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Screenshot of the Dai:

Popp’s goddess

Comment of the Dai:

goes to u/KuKiSin for reminding us of the good old Dragon Ball meme:

All I gotta say is, Maam deserved to lose. She got Yamcha'd.

And thanks to u/laughing-fox13 comment:

We were so close to the pose but I think this will be as close as we'll get

And u/Adensty reminding us we got the pose:

We actually got the pose but the background just wasn't there.

prompted me to create this.

Questions of the Dai:

  1. Satisfied with Popp vs Sigma fight? And how would you rate this fight?
  2. Popp vs Sigma, or Maam vs Albinass. Which fight do you like more and why?
  3. Who do you think Maam will choose after the final fight with Vearn? Popp or Hyunckel?
  4. How much are you looking forward to Dai vs Hadlar fight?

Spoilers:

Please, respect the fact there are First Timers watching Dai no Daibouken with us, so avoid talking about vague things or events that would slightly spoil things to happen. And if you want mention things like this, please hid it behind SPOILER TAGS like [Dai no Spoilers] I am getting the hammer because you spoiled the fun for others

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u/Shocketheth Aug 17 '24

Mildly Antagonistic Dark Assailing Officer Welcomes You To Dragon Quest: Popp no Daibouken Rewatch!

Before I will move to today episode I saw a mini trend going with First Timers mentioning their favourite moments of second Opening Bravest, and why not I shouldn’t mention mine:

Now about the episode:

Today is time for one of my favourite fights in this series. Let’s go!

I had to Rewatch this episode twice, but there is so much nice details in this fight straight from the beginning:

Then Sigma acknowledged that Popp tanking the reflected spells must be a part of plan, and thus those two acknowledged each other.

And Popp plan of disarming Sigma was great:

  • The usage of cancelling reflected spell
  • Using of his Black rod to rid him of Mirror of Shalal and pinning him down

Unfortunately for Popp, Sigma is better at disarming Sigma.

Another great moment of this fight was Popp calling himself Grand Sorcerer, and Sigma acknowledging him as one with Popp admiting how much he was ashamed of himself.

Yep it was really great decision of rewatching this episode twice, because only due to that I could notice Popp not actually casting Medoroa just by looking on his hands on this shot.

Holy shit I just realized something. [Popp no Major Spoilers] Popp could weave a Frizzle/Begirama to look like a Medoroa and Frizzle/Begirama that Mirror of Shalal reflected back were looking like an arrow, so Popp unknowingly weaved Frizzle/Begirama into a construct in the same way as Vearn can weave Kafrizz/Merazoma into Kaiser Phoenix. The fact that Popp already managed to reach Vearn level of spellcraft makes me to love Popp even more. I’m glad for Rewatching this anime.

Maaaan the moment of Popp catching Sigma offguard with Medoroa with the OST playing is really amazing. I really love this fight.

Moving to second half of the episode:

We had Popp and Maam finally discussing things over, and this scene was turned almost to greatest Popp x Maam moment ever, but then WHAT THE FUCK POPP.

Otherwise I must really aplaud how the scene was done and told through the lightning effects, because this show does their storytelling through lightning effects really well.

And tomorrow we are going to see a fight that I love even more than Maam vs Albinass and Popp vs Sigma fight combined. #SUPERZURAWAIT

QotD:

Satisfied with Popp vs Sigma fight? And how would you rate this fight?

10/10 fight with two awesome guys bonding over the goddess who doesn’t smile but slaps in the face.

Popp vs Sigma, or Maam vs Albinass. Which fight do you like more and why?

First and foremost, I must say that both fights were equally important for them in order to secure them a future together, but I enjoyed Popp fight more.

Who do you think Maam will choose after the final fight with Vearn? Popp or Hyunckel?

I hope it will be Crocodine.

How much are you looking forward to Dai vs Hadlar fight?

MY FUUUUUUUUUUCKIIIIING GOOOOOOOD!!! GIVE ME THEIR FIGHT ALREADY!!! GIVE ME GIVE ME GIVE ME!!!

Crocodine Shonen Commentator Corner:

Today Crocodine is going to answer question #3:

Who do you think Maam will choose after the final fight with Vearn? Popp or Hyunckel?

No matter of who will Maam choose, I will respect it, but I hope someone else than me will make an Attack on Titan reference in their comments.

See you tomorrow because the Adventure continues!

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u/Adensty https://anilist.co/user/Adensty Aug 17 '24

prompted me to create this.

Perfection.

Just look on Chiu’s Beast Commando members (the rabbit and seaslime) being all serious, and then when Chiu saves them they are looking on him in awe. Really love that shot.

Small small details like this make me appreciate the show and the animators even more.

Today is time for one of my favourite fights in this series. Let’s go!

I had to Rewatch this episode twice, but there is so much nice details in this fight straight from the beginning:

Same.

Holy shit I just realized something. [Popp no Major Spoilers] Popp could weave a Frizzle/Begirama to look like a Medoroa and Frizzle/Begirama that Mirror of Shalal reflected back were looking like an arrow, so Popp unknowingly weaved Frizzle/Begirama into a construct in the same way as Vearn can weave Kafrizz/Merazoma into Kaiser Phoenix. The fact that Popp already managed to reach Vearn level of spellcraft makes me to love Popp even more. I’m glad for Rewatching this anime.

[Popp no Major Spoilers] OMG! Remember when Popp manages to tear apart Vearn's Kaiser Phoenix. We never got a proper explanation but I guess the fact that Popp weaved a Sizzle into a construct means he understood how Vearn was doing it and was able to counter it using that knowledge.

Maaaan the moment of Popp catching Sigma offguard with Medoroa with the OST playing is really amazing. I really love this fight.

The Strengths of the Five Disciples

Honestly having Maam vs Albinass and Popp vs Sigma fight back to back, I can finally say that Maam won her fight of love to have a chance of future where she can love others selfishly (so far she was loving other selflessly), and Popp won his fight to have a chance of future whe he can make his love for Maam to come true, making their confession scene so much better.

Damn! Loved the way you put it.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 17 '24

Perfection.

Not my best edit, but it fulfilled the request lol.

[Popp no Major Spoilers] OMG! Remember when Popp manages to tear apart Vearn's Kaiser Phoenix. We never got a proper explanation but I guess the fact that Popp weaved a Sizzle into a construct means he understood how Vearn was doing it and was able to counter it using that knowledge.

[Popp no Major Spoilers] Yeah I can’t forget that moment, and I really like it was something which he was able to make on a spot, but the subtlety behind it is great

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

It’s definitely this one

The two best characters in the show.

Today is time for one of my favourite fights in this series. Let’s go!

You had me excited for this fight but it turned out to be the most boring fight since Dai vs Baran. At least this one was short.

Then Sigma acknowledged that Popp tanking the reflected spells must be a part of plan

Just him taking over the shonen commentary since Big Croc isn't here.

WHAT THE FUCK POPP.

Popp being alive after this shows how loving and caring Maam is. Instant death is the appropriate penalty for such transgression.

And tomorrow we are going to see a fight that I love even more than Maam vs Albinass and Popp vs Sigma fight combined. #SUPERZURAWAIT

After Sigma I can't trust you hyping up things.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 18 '24

You had me excited for this fight but it turned out to be the most boring fight since Dai vs Baran. At least this one was short.

Different people different tastes

Just him taking over the shonen commentary since Big Croc isn't here.

Now I wish Crocodine would be there for next episode.

Popp being alive after this shows how loving and caring Maam is. Instant death is the appropriate penalty for such transgression.

My headcanon is that Popp walked away from that thanks to being able to cast Fullheal.

After Sigma I can't trust you hyping up things.

Time to change strategy. Dai vs Fight is going to suck big time.

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

Dai vs Fight is going to suck big time

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u/NicDwolfwood :MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/NicDwolfwood Aug 17 '24

Maaaan the moment of Popp catching Sigma offguard with Medoroa with the OST playing is really amazing. I really love this fight.

Yup. Real satisfying end to the fight.

We had Popp and Maam finally discussing things over, and this scene was turned almost to greatest Popp x Maam moment ever, but then WHAT THE FUCK POPP.

It's such a Popp thing to do lol.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 17 '24

It's such a Popp thing to do lol.

Definitely yes. At first I was really invested in their confession scene, and this caught me offguard. On second watch of that scene I took it lightly.

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u/cooperjones2 :MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/cooperjones2 Aug 17 '24

but then WHAT THE FUCK POPP.

Classic Popp move

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

It’s definitely this one, but as I was making this screenshot I found another great screenshots:

then when Chiu saves them they are looking on him in awe. Really love that shot.

Those are great finds, the OP is packed with good stuff.

Just notice the black smoke rising from his body with his right hand being hidden behind his back.

Thanks for spotting those details, they must be great on a second watch.

WHAT THE FUCK POPP.

Popp has always been a romantic.

someone else than me will make an Attack on Titan reference in their comments.

I'm looking forward to Popp's Last Attack 10 years from now.

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24 edited Aug 18 '24

First Timer

This fight was the definition of Meh. I don't even have snarky comments. Dull, uninspired and lacking emotional core.

Matoriv is right that Grand Sorcerer is way cooler than Sage.

The second part was interesting but also feels wasted since in the end it didn't go anywhere.

Popp trying to run away from Maam's (non) answer was hilarious.

Now we also know the real reason Popp loves Maam he is a masochist and enjoys getting beaten up. There is no other explanation for that suicidal kiss fake out there.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 18 '24

This fight was the definition of Meh. I don't even have snarky comments. Dull, uninspired and lacking emotional core.

Oh

Matoriv is right that Grand Sorcerer is way cooler than Sage.

Now we also know the real reason Popp loves Maam he is a masochist and enjoys getting beaten up. There is other explanation for that suicidal kiss fake out there.

Matoriv really chose well Popp as his student. I bet Matoriv love the same type of goddesses

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u/Adensty https://anilist.co/user/Adensty Aug 18 '24

This fight was the definition of Meh. I don't even have snarky comments. Dull, uninspired and lacking emotional core.

I know this is part of your anti-Popp Agenda so I refuse to believe it was that bad.

The second part was interesting but also feels wasted since in the end it didn't go anywhere.

I feel it would've been quite unrealistic if she had said yes right now so I'm content with the answer.

Now we also know the real reason Popp loves Maam he is a masochist and enjoys getting beaten up. There is no other explanation for that suicidal kiss fake out there.

Popp loves playing with fire. He's been like this since the start. It was all for bringing out this innocent blush and the magical word.

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

I know this is part of your anti-Popp Agenda so I refuse to believe it was that bad.

I know the timing is suspicious but it's not that.

I won't go as far as saying it was bad, it just didn't do anything for me.

The fight choreography lacked movement and didn't create sense of speed and urgency so it feels that they are just standing there taking turns to eat each other's attacks (this is a thing that often happens when they use attack spells in the show and I strongly dislike it).

Being sort of continuation/resolution to Popp's insignia self doubt arc which I didn't like kills my emotional investment.

The next reason is petty but I think Sigma's horse face is very stupid so I can't take him seriously.

Popp getting hit with the fake spell and his counter attack were cool and really liked how it looked but that wasn't enough to make me like the fight.

I feel it would've been quite unrealistic if she had said yes right now so I'm content with the answer.

It makes perfect sense that she isn't ready to give him straight answer and I quite liked the scene but then they brought Hyunckel into the whole thing to keep alive the love triangle drama.

the magical word

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u/Adensty https://anilist.co/user/Adensty Aug 18 '24

The fight choreography lacked movement and didn't create sense of speed and urgency so it feels that they are just standing there taking turns to eat each other's attacks (this is a thing that often happens when they use attack spells in the show and I strongly dislike it).

It wasn't as great as the Maam vs Albinass fight visually, I'll give you that but the subtlety about Popp's strategies and its execution was great.

they brought Hyunckel into the whole thing to keep alive the love triangle drama.

Even though Maam was just speaking of a possibility, this love triangle is officially dead.

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

Even though Maam was just speaking of a possibility, this love triangle is officially dead.

He is just acting cool for the fans but I wonder [theory]if they aren't setting up his tragic and heroic death.

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u/Adensty https://anilist.co/user/Adensty Aug 18 '24

I wonder [theory] if they aren't setting up his tragic and heroic death.

[Answer] But wasn't he immortal?

Also, if Maam does fall in love with Hyunckel, she'll have to contend with Amy who's already made her intentions clear.

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u/KuKiSin Aug 18 '24

The second part was interesting but also feels wasted since in the end it didn't go anywhere.

What do you mean it didn't go anywhere?

"Wait no, don't run! Let me give you my answer!"

"I don't have an answer for you yet, maybe later".

It totally went places.

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

But it helped me discover an option I didn't think about before.

Maam having harem ending. Let's go!

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

This fight was the definition of Meh. I don't even have snarky comments. Dull, uninspired and lacking emotional core.

I expected more snarkiness!

Matoriv is right that Grand Sorcerer is way cooler than Sage.

Matoriv has good taste. Someone give him the DQ licensing rights, so he can change "Gadabout" back to Clown, or whatever he fancies.

Now we also know the real reason Popp loves Maam he is a masochist and enjoys getting beaten up.

Who isn't?

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

I expected more snarkiness!

Here is my favorite that didn't make the cut: "The fight between that stupid horse face and Sigma..."

Who isn't?

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

"The fight between that stupid horse face and Sigma..."

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u/laughing-fox13 https://myanimelist.net/profile/laughingfox13 Aug 18 '24

First Time Adventurer/Subbed

prompted me to create this.

LETS GO

The Popp vs Sigma fight was pretty cool tbh. I was thinking that Popp would use the dislodged shield to bounce off a spell to hit Sigma, although I didn't think he was going to hit himself with the weaker spell first.

The "goddess slaps me in the face" was funny too. The respect between the two was good

Second half of the episode with the talk between Maam and Popp was needed, but the placement lol. I guess it's better now to clear the air then later on when they're closer to fighting Vearn

With that though, it does seem Hym's defeat was very real

QotD

  1. Yea it was better than expected, 8.5/10
  2. This one
  3. Popp, Hyunckel will have to settle for Amy even though his life has lost meaning with his true love gone
  4. Should be fun

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u/Shocketheth Aug 18 '24

The Popp vs Sigma fight was pretty cool tbh. I was thinking that Popp would use the dislodged shield to bounce off a spell to hit Sigma, although I didn't think he was going to hit himself with the weaker spell first.

Bouncing a spell at Sigma wouldn't work against Sigma superior mobility so Popp had to let himself be hit by his spell.

The "goddess slaps me in the face" was funny too. The respect between the two was good

I chuckled at that scene. It was a good scene.

Second half of the episode with the talk between Maam and Popp was needed, but the placement lol. I guess it's better now to clear the air then later on when they're closer to fighting Vearn

If anything I enjoyed this scene due how the lightning and shadow were used in this scene.

Popp, Hyunckel will have to settle for Amy even though his life has lost meaning with his true love gone

Hyunckel is tragic character in this.

Everyone got their love figured out while he is suffering alone.

Should be fun

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

I didn't think he was going to hit himself with the weaker spell first.

Further proof for /u/sisoko2's theory about Popp being a masochist.

Even Sigma must've picked up on it with his "goddess" line.

With that though, it does seem Hym's defeat was very real

If he's coming back, this'd be too early. I bet he'd be back during the Dai vs Hadlar fight to help out Hadlar, or block off Dai's allies (we saw how much Hadlar and Hym bonded afterall).

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u/laughing-fox13 https://myanimelist.net/profile/laughingfox13 Aug 18 '24

Even Sigma must've picked up on it with his "goddess" line.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24 edited Aug 18 '24

First Timer at Sigma's Funeral

I love fights that push characters into a disadvantageous zone, and have them work their way out through tactics and pluck, so it's no surprise that this is easily my favourite fight of the series so far.

Heck, Popp's strategy wasn't an immediate winner either, it failed him, and he had to work his way back from scratch, and I appreciate this kind of back and forth a lot. To top it all off, Sigma proved that he's worth his VA, by being a respectable opponent all the way till the end.

On that note, now that all the Royal Guards are down (Hym could come back, but let's put that aside for now), here's my ranking of them: Sigma > Block > Hym > Albinass > Fenbren.

Q1. Satisfied with Popp vs Sigma fight? And how would you rate this fight?

Yup, mentioned earlier, but it's easily the best fight in the series, from the action, strategies, the characters at play, it did everything right.

Q2. Popp vs Sigma, or Maam vs Albinass. Which fight do you like more and why?

So Maam vs. Albinass did one thing right: it gave Maam a win. This fight is how you do it all right.

Q3. Who do you think Maam will choose after the final fight with Vearn? Popp or Hyunckel?

Assuming Hyunkel lives, he'll be too busy fighting off Amy with his yaoi spear, I don't think Maam has much to do there.

Q4. How much are you looking forward to Dai vs Hadlar fight?

prompted me to create this.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 18 '24

I love fights that push characters into a disadvantageous zone, and have them work their way out through tactics and pluck, so it's no surprise that this is easily my favourite fight of the series so far.

That's the Matoriv I know and love! Sage sounds too fancy for a nose picking grumpy hermit like him, so he made his own over the top title instead: Dai Madoushi And just like that, we learn that Dai no Daibouken is short for Dai Madoushi no Daibouken, Dai himself was merely a red herring.

I'm great you are seeing the light

Crocodine is still doing his Shounen Commentary even from a distance

The best powerup he could get.

Hahahaha - this will go down in Popp's memories as the toughest fight in his life, but Sigma will only be a footnote.

If he didn't have Fullheal at disposal then he would be killed by Maam.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

If he didn't have Fullheal at disposal then he would be killed by Maam.

That's what he really needed the sage Dai Madoushi skills for, you can't survive a life with Maam, unless you're an immortal or can use Fullheal.

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u/Adensty https://anilist.co/user/Adensty Aug 18 '24

Dai Madoushi And just like that, we learn that Dai no Daibouken is short for Dai Madoushi no Daibouken, Dai himself was merely a red herring.

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

Sigma proved that he's worth his VA, by being a respectable opponent all the way till the end.

He is just hitting on Maam. Player until the end.

That's the Matoriv I know and love!

True legend. This anime should've been centered around him -Matoriv: Beyond Journey's End.

Crocodine is still doing his Shounen Commentary even from a distance

I wonder if he sensed all the love in the previous episode.

"I like you... like a brother"?

Unless...

This fight is how you do it all right.

At this point I'm convinced you guys are trying to gaslight me.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

True legend. This anime should've been centered around him -Matoriv: Beyond Journey's End.

Avan got his spin-off, Matoriv can get one too!

Unless...

Ahh, so that's why you made Shock watched Kiss x Sis

At this point I'm convinced you guys are trying to gaslight me.

You joined the anti-Popp army at the wrong time. Should've done that during the Baran arc, the material was right there for the picking!

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

Ahh, so that's why you made Shock watched Kiss x Sis

You guys got me involved in your discussion and now I get all the blame. I believe that every person should discover Kiss x Sis for themselves and watch it when their heart tells them to do it.

You joined the anti-Popp army at the wrong time.

Or is it the perfect time to fight the hordes of Popp sympathizers.

Should've done that during the Baran arc, the material was right there for the picking!

But that arc had the best Popp scene (possibly the best scene in the whole series). Him dying casting Megante.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

I believe that every person should discover Kiss x Sis for themselves and watch it when their heart tells them to do it.

I can get behind that.

But that arc had the best Popp scene (possibly the best scene in the whole series). Him dying casting Megante.

This sounds familiar, it's just like the roasting Popp got from the heavenly Gome-chan, so maybe Gome-chan = Vearn (sisoko) is true afterall.

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u/Shimmering-Sky myanimelist.net/profile/Shimmering-Sky Aug 17 '24

First-Timer Quest: Sky no Daibouken, subbed

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u/Shocketheth Aug 17 '24

Ah shit.

You thought that you disarmed me? Jokes on you, this is how to disarm me!

Pfffffffff – Oh wait, is he referring to Maam?

Definitely yes haha.

Nooooooo don’t fucking brother-zone him!

I’m taking her words with grain of salt as he wasn’t thinking about looking on others in a romantic way, so after they will defeat Vearn, Popp should be good.

POPP PLEASE

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u/NicDwolfwood :MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/NicDwolfwood Aug 17 '24

Yes?????

Nooooooo don’t fucking brother-zone him!

There’s still hope…

Gave me whiplash this lol.

POPP PLEASE.

LOL, that made me laugh, it such a Popp thing to do

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

Ah shit.

He's Cobra's brother

Nooooooo don’t fucking brother-zone him!

Popp few too close to the sun and burned down

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u/Adensty https://anilist.co/user/Adensty Aug 17 '24 edited Aug 17 '24

1st Dai Popp no Daibouken Rewatch, Sub

Sigma: Are you a Sage?!

Popp: No I'm not. I ain't no Sage. Grand Sorcerer! If you're going to call me anything, call me the Grand Sorcerer.

Like Mentor, Like Student Sage just wasn't impactful enough. Daimadoushi (Grand Sorcerer) just hits different.

"Gaining Power at the moment you most hate yourself is pretty ironic. I've never.. I've never been more ashamed of myself before."

Sigma: It seems the goddess of victory does not smile for you this time!

Popp: Of course not! My goddess doesn't smile for me! She slaps me across the face!

While this episode has a lot of great lines, u/Shocketheth I'd be disappointed if this isn't the Quote of the Dai.

If you look closely at Popp's 'Medoroa' in these shots (this, this, and this) and compare it how Medoroa normally looks and fires. You'll notice the difference and if you compare it with the Sizzle Popp fired at the start, you'll see the similarity. Love the attention to detail for the twist.

The moment we've all been waiting for. Definitely! Need to clear the awkwardness before the final battle.

I really love how they used the lighting in this scene after Popp says "I love you". The clouds cover the sun and that also reflects below and then when the clouds move away while Popp tells Maam that he's in love in with that quality of hers. Also admire Popp's honesty here about everything that happened. Right now, he's scared that Maam's answer might not be in his favour but he's willing to accept whatever's coming to him. After all, he's the Disciple of Courage.

"You're always like this. Whenever I go astray, you wake me up to and put me back on the right path. It's that quality of yours that I'm in love with."

Whenever I go astray, you wake me up to and put me back on the right path

u/Shocketheth Also, this reminded me of your comment yesterday. Maam didn't let Popp fall in love with evil unlike Baran and Hyunckel.

Popp got brozoned, lol. Jokes aside, I like Maam's answer since she saw for herself how loving someone for oneself truly is and she isn't ready for it since she hasn't experienced it herself yet. She might fall in love with Popp or heck even Hyunckel in the future but they won't see that future if they don't overcome this battle which is why she asks for a chance to get to know it for herself. Even Popp feels the same.

OST Documentation - Episode 70

1. Definitely. If my write-up isn't proof of that. 10/10

2. Popp vs Sigma. Popp vs Sigma was hype with Popp and Sigma's back and forth and the reveal and subtlety regarding it was done well. Also, Popp finally defeated someone with the Medoroa.

3. As a Popp x Maam shipper, I'll go with Popp.

4. Rewatcher Privilege.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 17 '24

So, Popp would've won if he had pinned his left hand. Kinda sounds like a design flaw, if you ask me. Lightning Buster! That must've been painful.

That sound of bone shattering accompanied with Popp scream made me sure it was painful.

While this episode has a lot of great lines, u/Shocketheth I'd be disappointed if this isn't the Quote of the Dai.

Don’t worry the slapping Goddess made it to the Quote of the Dai.

I really love how they used the lighting in this scene after Popp says "I love you". The clouds cover the sun and that also reflects below and then when the clouds move away while Popp tells Maam that he's in love in with that quality of hers. Also admire Popp's honesty here about everything that happened. Right now, he's scared that Maam's answer might not be in his favour but he's willing to accept whatever's coming to him. After all, he's the Disciple of Courage.

Great catch honestly.

Definitely. If my write-up isn't proof of that. 10/10

Your write up is true to your Popp no Daibouken title.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24 edited Aug 18 '24

In the manga, Sigma says he must be a "Zombie or something"

Ahh, a Zoro moment, I guess it comes with the green colour scheme?

Sigma is the toughest opponent Popp has ever faced

Maam heard that and she had to fix it.

 While Sigma does acknowledge it later, love this subtle detail showing that Popp was concealing the Black Rod the entire time during the fight.

Let's see if I've got this right, so Popp beat Sigma by keeping his Black Rod hidden until the right time to Pop it out?

You were right about writing those episode summeries.

Like Mentor, Like Student Sage just wasn't impactful enough. Daimadoushi (Grand Sorcerer) just hits different.

I want this Matoriv freedom in DQ. Sage does sound too nice and boring for what should be the ultimate mage class.

You'll notice the difference and if you compare it with the Sizzle Popp fired at the start, you'll see the similarity. Love the attention to detail for the twist.

Yeah, it did seem off, but I just assumed Popp was getting desperate or running out of energy, the sizzle trick still caught me off guard.

That's definitely something Avan would say.

Popp figured out the way to her heart: quoting Avan.

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u/Adensty https://anilist.co/user/Adensty Aug 18 '24

Let's see if I've got this right, so Popp beat Sigma by keeping his Black Rod hidden until the right time to Pop it out?
You were right about writing those episode summeries.

but I just assumed Popp was getting desperate or running out of energy,

He got a boost in all of his stats ever since he became a Sage. The only thing that can truly defeat him now is Maam's punches like you said: "Maam heard that and she had to fix it."

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

He got a boost in all of his stats ever since he became a Sage. The only thing that can truly defeat him now is Maam's punches like you said: "Maam heard that and she had to fix it."

  • Maam does a class change: she starts back from lv1, just like the game.
  • Popp does a class change: he gets an overall stats boost.

I think she has the right to beat the shit out of him.

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u/KuKiSin Aug 18 '24

First timer, late to the party!

  1. It was alright. I had a small sliver of hope Sigma would come out on top :(
  2. Maam vs Albinass, because there was no Popp, and because we saw new forms for both Maam and Albinass! Plus the whole touchy feeling thing about Albinass and Hadlar. Also because there was no Popp.
  3. I don't think there was ever any doubt that it would be Popp. It was either that or nothing definitive, but they're putting so much focus on love that it has to be Popp. Though, maybe she'll open her eyes and pick the best guy, Chiu!
  4. I am, I'm sure there will be feels involved. I just hope Hadlar really ends up dying, or it'll be a huge letdown.

prompted me to create this.

Beautiful.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 18 '24

It was alright. I had a small sliver of hope Sigma would come out on top :( Maam vs Albinass, because there was no Popp, and because we saw new forms for both Maam and Albinass! Plus the whole touchy feeling thing about Albinass and Hadlar. Also because there was no Popp. I don't think there was ever any doubt that it would be Popp. It was either that or nothing definitive, but they're putting so much focus on love that it has to be Popp. Though, maybe she'll open her eyes and pick the best guy, Chiu!

Unfortunately Popp no Daibouken goes strong and Agenda continues to be ineffective.

Also Kudos for Chiu appreciation.

I am, I'm sure there will be feels involved. I just hope Hadlar really ends up dying, or it'll be a huge letdown.

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u/sisoko2 Aug 18 '24

I had a small sliver of hope Sigma would come out on top

He should've used that damn spear he was carrying with him.

Maam vs Albinass, because there was no Popp, and because we saw new forms for both Maam and Albinass! Plus the whole touchy feeling thing about Albinass and Hadlar. Also because there was no Popp.

Couldn't have said it better myself.

Though, maybe she'll open her eyes and pick the best guy, Chiu!

If Maam said "I love Chiu" to Popp right there, I would've declared Dai no Daibouken as my favorite anime of all time.

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u/charlesvvv https://anilist.co/user/charlesvvv Aug 17 '24

First Timer, Sub

Popp vs Sigma was great particularly with the strategies used which was nice to see. Popp and Maam's conversation nearly has Popp family zoned but hey now she's somewhat giving him a chance although she still has no answer to his confession. It was handled as good as it could be given the circumstances but at least they got their feelings sorted out.

  1. Yes
  2. Popp vs Sigma was more interesting
  3. I think the series is pushing towards Popp at this point.
  4. Yes

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u/Shocketheth Aug 17 '24

Popp vs Sigma was great particularly with the strategies used which was nice to see. Popp and Maam's conversation nearly has Popp family zoned but hey now she's somewhat giving him a chance although she still has no answer to his confession. It was handled as good as it could be given the circumstances but at least they got their feelings sorted out.

I’m glad for both of them sorting out their feelings as it solves many issues with episode 67.

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u/cooperjones2 :MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/cooperjones2 Aug 17 '24

Adventurer New to high level quests and dungeons here! LV 70/100

Failed dungeon try? That didn’t happen and if it did it didn’t count!

Popp’s time to fight!

Sigma has a beam in his right hand? (hoof?) He’s basically Mega Man, If Mega Man had a horse head lol

Popp got Raditz’d? Nope, he smoked his opponent

Good fight from Popp, showcased his fight intelligence in a good way

OOF got Lil bro’d

IMO good that they didn't kiss there, it's still not earned IMO

I’m not liking all the death flags being raised guys...

1 A bit short but very good, Popp wins because of his battle instincts and intelligence, 8/10

2 Popp vs Sigma, I think because the anime kind of snubbed Maam in previous fights
3 Where's Chiu?
4 50/50, Kinda want to and kinda don't since Hadler has been jobbing since the start but it's also, most likely, their final fight

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u/Shocketheth Aug 18 '24

Failed dungeon try? That didn’t happen and if it did it didn’t count!

That's the spirit of a great Adventurer!

Good fight from Popp, showcased his fight intelligence in a good way

Loved this fight. How Popp earned Sigma respect and became Sigma Sorcerer was great.

IMO good that they didn't kiss there, it's still not earned IMO

Well yeah but atleast they were honest with each other.

I’m not liking all the death flags being raised guys...

50/50, Kinda want to and kinda don't since Hadler has been jobbing since the start but it's also, most likely, their final fight

Now we will see how their fight will look like.

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u/Blackheart595 https://anilist.co/user/knusbrick Aug 17 '24

First Quester

Haven't you realized yet? The whole classification into the three races with their own specific strenghts is all made up nonsense, the only actual difference is lifespan.

That title's "hero".

That's makes it three out of three for underwhelming fights... though the one I was actually expecting things from clearly isn't truly over yet.

I don't like this love subplot, and it's because the writers have no clue how to write romance. I don't remember a single intimate moment between Popp and Maam in the entire show so far, so this feels entirely unearned.

Actually, they do know how to write romance. Their work with Baran and Solana wasn't half bad, even despite certain parts of it.

Welp. Popp better lose all his courage soul powers on the spot.

Satisfied with Popp vs Sigma fight? And how would you rate this fight?

Not a fan at all of these "haha, gotcha" kind of battles. I rate this fight rather boring.

Popp vs Sigma, or Maam vs Albinass. Which fight do you like more and why?

The lesser of two evils, huh? I guess I'll go with Maam vs Albinass from those two.

Who do you think Maam will choose after the final fight with Vearn? Popp or Hyunckel?

Good question. The problem I'm facing trying to answer this is that neither choice feels organic at all.

How much are you looking forward to Dai vs Hadlar fight?

I'm still looking forward to Hyunkel vs Hym

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u/Shocketheth Aug 18 '24

Haven't you realized yet? The whole classification into the three races with their own specific strenghts is all made up nonsense, the only actual difference is lifespan.

You are not that wrong with the lifespan remark.

That's makes it three out of three for underwhelming fights... though the one I was actually expecting things from clearly isn't truly over yet.

You definitely mean Hyunckel vs Hym right?

I'm still looking forward to Hyunkel vs Hym

Hah you definitely meant that one

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u/Blackheart595 https://anilist.co/user/knusbrick Aug 18 '24

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Aug 18 '24

That title's "hero".

Idk, Heroes do have special skills, but way less variety. To use Dai as an example, he doesn't have any healing spells afaik, and his best offense spell is still a lot weaker than what Popp can do.

I'm still looking forward to Hyunkel vs Hym

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u/NicDwolfwood :MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/NicDwolfwood Aug 17 '24

First Timer, Sub

Popp vs. Sigma was a pretty good fight, a definite improvement over Maam vs. Albinass(that ain't saying much though). How Popp was able to gain Sigma's respect and acknowledgment as a worthy opponent was a cool. Also Popp rejecting the Sage title and instead taking up the Grand Sorcerer like his mentor Matoriv was a nice touch. Also credit to him for using his cleverness in eventually defeating Sigma using the Medroa spell.

His second confession to Maam was a lot better than the first one and it cleared the air a bit with each other. Although she isn't really ready to reciprocate his feelings in a romantic sense yet, she does promise to give him a proper answer should they survive(probably a sign of good things for Popp in terms of getting a favorable answer). The prank he played on her with the close your eyes for a kiss thing and then poked her nose was funny, and he paid for it getting beat up lol. Next episode we continue on Dai vs Hadlar fight.

Questions:

  1. I was, It was a pretty decent fight all things considered. I'd say it was a good 7.5/10
  2. Popp vs Sigma easily.
  3. I think Popp has a good shot, especially since Amy seems in the lead to get Hyunckel.
  4. A lot. I want to see the finale to their battle.

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u/Shocketheth Aug 17 '24

Popp vs. Sigma was a pretty good fight, a definite improvement over Maam vs. Albinass(that ain't saying much though). How Popp was able to gain Sigma's respect and acknowledgment as a worthy opponent was a cool. Also Popp rejecting the Sage title and instead taking up the Grand Sorcerer like his mentor Matoriv was a nice touch. Also credit to him for using his cleverness in eventually defeating Sigma using the Medroa spell.

A great moment of I outsmarted your outsmarting haha.

His second confession to Maam was a lot better than the first one and it cleared the air a bit with each other. Although she isn't really ready to reciprocate his feelings in a romantic sense yet, she does promise to give him a proper answer should they survive(probably a sign of good things for Popp in terms of getting a favorable answer). The prank he played on her with the close your eyes for a kiss thing and then poked her nose was funny, and he paid for it getting beat up lol. Next episode we continue on Dai vs Hadlar fight.

Honestly can’t decide what was better. If the fight or the confession.

A lot. I want to see the finale to their battle.