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It’s a mix of fun, frustration, and fear. Am I excited?
It’s an interesting drama with captivating moments. I wonder how professional those fights are since I can’t validate them. Still, I admire the preparations behind the scenes, whether realistic or not. I see a lot of effort from all members, and all the fights were spectacular. I was mesmerised, which surprised me because I don’t watch anything like that. I can’t perform like that, so I have to respect them. My only question is about Hachiya (Hataya). He seems heavier and bulkier than the others. I was surprised they even let him compete in the same group. Is that okay? I heard there are weight categories in boxing, but MMA doesn’t have them I suppose?
It’s pure bromance, but no more than that. As expected from Japanese dramas, the chemistry between the main characters was high. I understand why Sannosuke took patronage over Aobe. Aobe wasn’t afraid of him even after being bullied, which already deserves respect. He probably was also intrigued by the spark in Aobe's eyes. Other fighters were shown short back-flashes that stimulated or explained why they were on the boxing ring. I liked that. The motivation of the main character was confusing to me. I couldn’t understand it and it didn’t make sense unless I missed something. It wasn’t a dream, revenge, or just a whim? Kenshin was respectful towards him, no mockery, just maybe condescending. Still, he was rightfully so. One thing - Kenshin didn’t provoke him. He told Aobe that he was empty (of goals), and I can’t disagree with that. So, it hardly can amass to such a strong desire to punch him. Until the end, Kenshin acted respectfully towards the main character.
Fun fact: The main character and other supporting male leads were already in the cast of my favourite BLs, so this series is somewhat like a fan service. It’s the second J-drama like that for me. The first was Rokuhodo Yotsuiro Biyori 2022, where most of the male leads had already acted in BLs.
It’s pure bromance, but no more than that. As expected from Japanese dramas, the chemistry between the main characters was high. I understand why Sannosuke took patronage over Aobe. Aobe wasn’t afraid of him even after being bullied, which already deserves respect. He probably was also intrigued by the spark in Aobe's eyes. Other fighters were shown short back-flashes that stimulated or explained why they were on the boxing ring. I liked that. The motivation of the main character was confusing to me. I couldn’t understand it and it didn’t make sense unless I missed something. It wasn’t a dream, revenge, or just a whim? Kenshin was respectful towards him, no mockery, just maybe condescending. Still, he was rightfully so. One thing - Kenshin didn’t provoke him. He told Aobe that he was empty (of goals), and I can’t disagree with that. So, it hardly can amass to such a strong desire to punch him. Until the end, Kenshin acted respectfully towards the main character.
Fun fact: The main character and other supporting male leads were already in the cast of my favourite BLs, so this series is somewhat like a fan service. It’s the second J-drama like that for me. The first was Rokuhodo Yotsuiro Biyori 2022, where most of the male leads had already acted in BLs.
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