Mar 1, 2025

Plot thickens

The FL is stupid but this soul transfering plot makes her interesting even though she's not herself. Let's see how this ends
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Mar 1, 2025

guess the theory that subconsciously we seek…

guess the theory that subconsciously we seek out partners who resemble both the positive and negative qualities of our parents/caregivers isn't that far fetched, as Minase gonna end up with someone who is like his father. wonder how he will deal with it, in the long run. as is his whole childhood he was alone, now Hirukawa is gonna be absent for huge swaths of time... idk if i could deal. *************************************************************************************************************but regarding the wedding, i get that it was more then about the ceremony. but as Minase studied in the US (am sure) he knows that there r states were gay people can marry, heck that possible even in some countries in Europe. so while planning their honeymoon (in the last ep of the prequel) why not start of with the wedding & then continue with the honeymoon? too practical a suggestion?!?**********************************************************************************************************************************************anyway as i really enjoyed the prequel am happy we get a bit more of Hirukawa & Minase.

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Our Youth Episode 10
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Mar 1, 2025

well am glad that Minase also showed growth,…

well am glad that Minase also showed growth, cause was worried there for a sec that it all amounted to dutch courage. so am glad that the morning after, he didn't revert back to his mute self. ****************************************************************************************************this was indeed lovely Minase writing a book professing his love, while Hirukawa produced his love letter, turning it into a movie.***********************************************************************************************************************************************Japanese BL's just elevate what seems mass produced by other industries. this was a beautifully written, acted, produced drama. for sure a rewatch & happily would recommend

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Mar 1, 2025

Too smart peasants

what surprised me most was that 40 ordinary peasants passed the first test, but three guys with an education that they received since childhood helped Mudok.. but the poor peasants might not even be able to write... or maybe everyone knows how to write and read, even in the 90s some people couldn't read and write, what can we say about those times
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Mar 1, 2025

VIP (Very Important Past)

Sorry. This review is a little long. Another wonderful episode. Rihito boldly declares war with Subaru over both Fukuten and Madoka. Subaru accepts the challenge. At a children's clothing buyer's exhibit, Subaru scolds a boy who uses a marker to draw on a jacket. Madoka is impressed with Subaru's attitude and reasoning- it's the same way she felt towards him when he first joined the company. But the exhibit turns out to be a failure. This, combined with declarations of love from both Subaru and Rihito, cause Madoka to develop a stress headache. In an attempt to cheer her up, as well as win her heart, Subaru takes Madoka to see her father in Yamanashi. He has remarried and now has twin baby girls. Subaru tells the father that Madoka is very special to him. And then, in the last ten or so minutes of the episode, the real magic begins. Subaru walks by himself to the local gym in Madoka's home village. Madoka asks her father why he went there, and he replies "Madoka, you don't remember, do you?" He hands her a small, brown mitten with the name "Subaru" on it. We've seen this same mitten before in an earlier episode, except at that time, Subaru held it. At the gym, Subaru recalls the time when he visitied this very same place as a ten-year old boy with his grandfather. In a very cute and tender scene, ten-year old Tendo notices a girl sitting on some steps outside the gym, trying to warm her bare hands. He walks over to her and offers his mittens to her. She takes them, but gives one back to him as a sign of sharing. The two eat "houtou" flat rice noodle soup together. The girl happens to be Madoka. Rewatching this scene brings tears to my eyes...Madoka catches up with Subaru, and they recount that time fifteen years ago when they first met, while sitting on those very same steps. Subaru tells Madoka how he understands her feelings of fear in regards to love, as they both lost loved ones as children. Then he declares that he'll stay by her side, as a gesture of lasting friendship, I'm guessing. To which Madoka replies, "Why would you want to do that? I'm a lot of trouble, you know. " And Subaru says, "I know. But it can't be helped. I love you." After looking at the mitten once more, Madoka says "It's too late (for being friends). Before I knew it, you had shown me so much love and kindness. During that time when there was a fire, my body just moved on its own to be by your side. I was afraid of losing you...I didn't want to fall in love...but it's already too late." Subaru leans forward to kiss her. Then, with the theme music 「HEART」playing in the background, the two share another kiss. This scene was at once romantic, tender, and triumphant for me. Subaru's efforts at love have paid off, and at the same time, Madoka's frozen heart of love has melted.MEANWHILE...we learn that the company president, Shinonome Kaori, is Madoka's real mother. She is the one who left Madoka when she was still a young girl. More intrigue to come!There is one bad thing I must confess to about this otherwise fantastic episode. And that is that THERE'S NO LILY!!! Nakamura Riho's absence is not lost on me. PLEASE bring her back in the next episode!!!

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Newtopia Episode 8
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Mar 1, 2025

so good

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Newtopia Episode 5
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Mar 1, 2025

great

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Newtopia Episode 3
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Mar 1, 2025

great work

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Newtopia Episode 7
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Mar 1, 2025

fun

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Newtopia Episode 2
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Mar 1, 2025

great drama

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Newtopia Episode 6
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Mar 1, 2025

good drama

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Newtopia Episode 4
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Mar 1, 2025

fun and interesting

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Newtopia Episode 1
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Mar 1, 2025

great

This isn’t a melodramatic thriller, so there’s no need to compare it to anything outside the comedy-horror genre.From the very beginning, the visuals and music clearly set a comedic tone, so anyone with common sense would expect a lighthearted approach. Given the overall feel of the drama, I didn’t expect the zombies to be this terrifying!I really like how the female lead strikes a balance—she’s neither overly bold to force a "strong woman" image nor too timid to appear fragile. The male lead is hilarious, and let’s be real, pretty girls often prefer funny guys. Plus, he steps up and shows a bit of leadership when the zombie chaos begins.The first episode focused too much on the military side, which wasn’t my favorite part. I’m watching this for the female leads, but with only two of them in separate storylines, it felt a bit lacking. I hope the next six episodes give equal focus to the main leads and minimize the army subplot—I honestly don’t care about old men panicking over martial law.

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Mar 1, 2025

Always the bridesmaid never the bride

I should really finish this show bro. I cant remember the name of Thomas character help uh, whatever his name is I want to see crash out him because that is so fucking sexy I cant even. I am so invested in Lee's love life.Real and Hia have CHEMISTRY. Awkward. 10/10 okay bye!
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Mar 1, 2025

It was such a beautiful episode, Yuan worrying…

It was such a beautiful episode, Yuan worrying about Ping An, ah highlight moment. That moment of silence said so much about everything, when she just leaned her head against his chest, it said so much and She promised him, we'll admire the moon together again. Ah this type of love,
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