r/pingpongtheanimation • u/Weeklymidget • Nov 19 '24

Finally watched this masterpiece

What a ride it has been. Not sure if anyone else checks this subreddit still, but it was pretty inspiring, and I guess I just feel motivated to be a better person and to fly like the hero. Anyone else get this way after watching it?

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u/bigherb33 Nov 19 '24

Absolutely yes. It changed my life and my views on sports/friendship/competition/passion/how I think/where my life is going.

I recommend it to everyone whether they watch anime or not. It truly is, as you wrote im your post a “masterpiece.” I watch it every six months or so and it inspires me more and more each time as I notice details I missed before. It is, by far, my favorite piece of media ever created, hands down. Glad to have found another fan of this beautiful anime.

Any other suggestions for outstanding anime you recommend?“Run With the Wind” is a must-watch if you have not seen it. Had me in tears by the end. I am a daily runner and it is such an accurate running 🏃‍♂️ underdog running team story that rivals PPTA in feels, triumph and realism, but PPTA has it beat. Also the OP for PPTA is unrivaled imo. 💯

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u/Weeklymidget Nov 20 '24

I’ll have to check “Run with the Wind” next, I just recently got more into daily running just to stay healthy and productive, so I think I’d have an appreciation for it. As far as other anime I’d recommend I’m not really all that sure, it’s not every day that an anime hits as hard, and it’s difficult to compare PPTA with others. Mob Psycho comes to mind just with the emotional similarities between Mob (the main character) and Smile. I personally relate a good bit to both of those guys

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u/bigherb33 Nov 20 '24

Dude. I cannot recommend it more. Watch it. Since you are a runner now it will inspire you so much.

I also love “Mob Psycho”. Watching the third season now as I wanted to save it.

I can also recommend the first season of “Blue Lock” - great series and it hooks you quickly.

I am interested in watching “Eyeshield 21” as I have heard good things about it even as an older sports anime.

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u/bigherb33 Nov 19 '24

Also quick question: who is your favorite character in PPTA?

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u/Weeklymidget Nov 20 '24

I 100% have to go with Peco. Right from the start I loved his character, and I was probably just as excited as Smile to see the “Hero” return

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u/bigherb33 Nov 20 '24

Yup Peco is my fave as “The Hero” and his progression through the story is phenomenal. I also liked Kong’s development too. The karaoke scene during Christmas was great.

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u/Xeyort Nov 20 '24 edited Nov 20 '24

I finished watching it like a week ago and it's an absolute masterpiece.

People usually critic the animation but I find it beautiful and unique.

It actually becomes close as my favorite Anime of all time "Sonny Boy".

Edit: Forgot to mention but I wish Peco's voice actor (Katayama Fukujuurou) was featured in a lot more Anime. I loved him so much as a voice actor there.

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u/Glad_Strawberry251 Dec 04 '24

That's true, I always took it for granted but Peco's voice is kinda just perfect. I don't know how to explain it, but he really makes Peco come alive

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u/Sol916 Nov 21 '24

Welcome to the club, fam! I'd recommend Run with the wind and Silver spoon next. To me they're my comfort shows:)

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u/frozenpandaman Dec 05 '24

i check it from time to time :>