Episode 8 showed how Onagawa developed as a character. The mistake he made in the regionals was bothering him so much that he even considered stepping down from rhythmic gymnastics.
But now that he is back to practice, they will be working on their new formation planned by Coach Shida. Are two weeks enough to pull off this complex choreography? We bring you the latest episode updates for this anime.
1. Episode 9 Speculation
In Episode 9, Ao High boys will be working on their new formation, which comprises more complicated moves. Futaba, who is comparatively new to gymnastics is full of energy and looks at lot more assured than before.
But strangely, Misato doesn’t look confident after watching the rechoreographed moves. Is it something that even the “Perfect Ace” cannot pull off? I am sure that Episode 9 will answer all our questions.
The fact that Shida exclusively asked Futaba and Misato to work harder shows that he must have assigned a very crucial role to them.
2. Episode 9 Release Date
Episode 9 of the Bakuten: Backflip anime, titled “Be Spoiled!”, has been released on Thursday, Jun 03, 2021.
The date may or may not vary a little depending on your time-zone.
I. Is Bakuten on Break This Week?
Episode 9 of Bakuten will be released as per schedule. No such delay has been announced.
3. Episode 8 Recap
I. Ao High’s Next Target
Since all of them are done with their midterm examinations, the Ao High boys continue with their practice. The Northeast Japan Sports Tournament is just three weeks away, and there’s still a lot to work on.
Misato points out that if they stay at their current level, there’s no way they can ever win the championship. They need intense practice so that they can compete against the best teams in Japan.
II. Onagawa’s Fake Injury
Meanwhile, Onagawa, who almost screwed up the performance in the regionals, feels more and more stressed as his teammates dream of winning the tournament.
His past mistakes are bothering him so much that he decides to take a long break and slowly step down from rhythmic gymnastics. The next day, he arrives with a fake injury on his leg and says that he got hit by a scooter.
Onagawa has to take a break from practice due to an injury.But there seems to be something hidden …?Episode 8 “I will take care of you!” Will start broadcasting on Fuji TV “Noitamina” from 25:05 (10 minutes press) from May 27. TelevisionBroadcast on other stations
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All his teammates take good care of him till Misato and Futaba find out that he was pretending all along. Onagawa requests his two juniors to keep this a secret, and Misato surprisingly agrees to it.
III. The ‘Ace’ Problem
Misato feels that he is in some way responsible for Onagawa’s sudden change of heart. Well, he isn’t particularly wrong, Onagawa may call him ‘Perfect Ace’ all time, but deep down, that’s the title he craves for.
Onagawa has let his team down once, and now he has started doubting his own ability. He feels insecure that Misato has replaced his position in the team, and maybe it’s better to let him take charge.
IV. Misato’s Motivating Words
After hearing all this, Misato couldn’t stop from sharing his own experience of how he fell in love with the sport and craved to get better and better. Unlike Onagawa, he had no initial intention of becoming the ace.
A heart-touching backstory isn’t something you expect from cold Misato, but consider this an exception. The speech was enough to open Onogawa’s eyes, and he realized how he has forgotten to enjoy the sport while dreaming of becoming the ace.
The next day, Onagawa gets back to the practice and surprises everyone with his moves. Meanwhile, Coch Shida, who most likely knew about Onogawa’s façade from the very beginning, comes up with a set of newly choreographed moves.
Can the Ao High boys pull off these new moves with the little time they have? We have to wait for the next episode to find that out.
4. Where to Watch
5. About Bakuten!!
Bakuten!! is a rhythmic gymnastics anime telling the story of a high school gymnastic team in Miyagi prefecture.
Directed by Toshimasa Kuroyanagi with ZEXCS studios this anime premiered in April of 2021 by Fuji TV under the notaminA block.
The anime is said to be a joint collaboration between Misaki no Mayoiga and Hula Fulla Dance to promote Miyagi, Iwate, and Fukushima prefectures.
The “Zutto Ōen Project 2011 + 10…” is a memorandum to the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami 10 years ago.
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