Oh hey look it’s my favorite fucking scene in the entire series.
At this point, Barnaby’s been fighting for…God, who knows how long. He hasn’t made any headway. He’s exhausted. He’s utterly alone. He’s been preparing for this moment for twenty years and when it comes down to it, he’s failing and he’s not sure he can win. And if he doesn’t win, he fails not only himself, but the entire city.
And when he finally collapses, Kotetsu shows up out of nowhere to catch him.
Kotetsu, who was beaten so badly at the end of the last episode he ended up in the ICU, who until very recently was unconscious in the hospital. Who used his powers to heal himself just enough that he could get out here to help Barnaby.
Throughout the entire season, Barnaby has been the one who shows up in the nick of time to save Kotetsu. Hell, that’s how we’re introduced to his character. He’s the one who’s popular, who’s the new hotshot, who to all outward appearances doesn’t need any help.
But this scene illustrates more explicitly what we’ve already seen: Barnaby might save Kotetsu, but Kotetsu is always there to save Barnaby right back. It’s not as obvious or as high-profile as Barnaby swooping in to catch Kotetsu as he falls. It’s more subtle, like standing there to offer a listening ear or a show of silent support, a reminder that Barnaby isn’t alone anymore.
And even when they fight, even when Barnaby says “I can’t trust you anymore,” Kotetsu will still be there to catch him. Not with a quip or a joke or any snark, but with a soft smile and asking him if he’s all right.
Because they’re partners, and this is what they do.
ep.13 got me…..
Soobin and Jisuk whenever Wooin is about to spar with someone:
Soobin and Jisuk when Wooin launches the first attack:
After really getting into anime this year, these top ten lists off of tumblr really helped me find new stuff to watch, so I thought I’d add my own :)
10. Assassination Classroom
The first season: Hilarious, heartwarming, an enjoyable ride. The second season: Pain.
An incredible story. This anime had such a good ending and I loved it so much. Still could not name all of the characters if you put a gun to my head.
9. Bungo (u?) Stray Dogs
This show, man. Since I wasn’t familiar with Japanese literature I had no idea it was a theme of the show. That is, until these American authors started showing up and I was like- wait why is my 6th grade reading list a character in this anime? Cue me doing a lot of research into all the character’s names.
8. Barakamon
The sweetness of the anime… the humor, the happy feelings that it gave me. The relationship dynamics between the characters were so wholesome and fulfilling. I am a sucker for feel-good shows. Any scraps of serotonin does wonders.
7. Kamisama Kiss
Can we just talk Tomoe for a second? This romance got me man. I was in, hook, line, and sinker. Where is my fox familiar that serves my beck and call? I want one. Now. The adoration that occurs is so… I just… simply must pass away.
6. Attack On Titan
What a story, my dudes. A beloved favorite of the times and for good reason. Would not recommend to children. Would not recommend to those who do not enjoy intense shows, or ones with violence. Would recommend to literally anyone else. You start it, and you’re like, okay I see where this is going, and then you’re like, oh. oh no I do not.
5. My Roommate Is A Cat
I love cats. I love slice of life. I love dark haired, kinda messy characters. Boom. Checks all the boxes. If you like cats, watch this anime. If you don’t like cats, seriously, why?
4. Sk8 The Infinity
If you had told me when I started this anime that it would have been in my top 5 I would not have believed you, and yet… This anime is about skateboarding, but actually it is about the best relationships you have ever seen. The wholesome love between this found family. I would give my kidney for those gay skater boys. It is like a shot of serotonin right to the brain.
3. Monthly Girl’s Nozaki Kun
I know I said that Kamisama Kiss is my favorite romance, and that’s because I don’t consider this show a romance. It is so unromance and that is the whole point. I laughed. So hard. Every single character is incredible and so fun to watch. My only complaint is how short it is. I want ALL THE EPISODES.
2. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
What is there to say that has not been said about this absolute masterpiece? It is a favorite for a reason, that reason being it is a fan-fucking-tastic show. Blob Alphonse is my favorite thing.
1. HunterxHunter
I LOVE THIS SHOW. It has such good re-watchability and makes me so happy. Like I watch it and grin like a fool because I am enjoying myself so much. Just being able to feel unbridled joy in this hell scape of an existence is such a plus. I love this show. I love it I love it I love it.
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Okumaya devam et