It's a different time and a different place, but you kids are doing the same thing you always have." One of the most uplifting scenes from Attack on Titan has got to be Hannes describing Eren's tenacity and personal relationship with Mikasa and Armin. Mikasa's love for Eren is unconditional, ever since he saved her from those terrible men during her childhood and offered to become her adopted brother. Armin's love for Eren is also based on his childhood experiences - someone who would go as far as to get himself into trouble just for a few stolen loaves. Their small family and bond has been constant even after the Titan first broke through the outer wall and devastated Shinganshina. Eren may not be the only reason why the Survey Corps are conducting a mass search beyond their territory, but he's one of the most important, and that's what makes that final scene so compelling.
This episode may have speeded things up in terms of how long we spend on the story. But, at least now we're at a point where the goal is in sight and all our characters have a purpose in this vast, fictional world. We're still not fully aware of Reiner and Bertholdt's intentions with Eren and Ymir, but I'm sure that will be made clear in the coming weeks - indeed there's still an air of mystery around these concealed Titans who are finally showing their true selves. We had a nice sum-up of the events happening back at Trost District, as Commander Pixus awaits the return of the Survey Corps who went out to attempt to reseal the outer wall and hopefully find more answers to the Titans. Also, Erwin and Levi are back in the picture now that the Scouts have requested help following the situation involving Reiner and Bertholdt. Their contribution to the mission will no doubt be much-needed and fruitful. The flashback was another great addition to the episode, reminding us of the dangerous lives that Eren, Mikasa and Armin used to lead, whilst showing us how Hannes used to watch over their brawls from afar, knowing full well that Mikasa would be the one to sort the bullies out. She truly is an amazing character, and to see her subduing the bullies single-handedly is just as satisfying as watching her slice her way through a horde of Titans. Crossing between timelines as well, especially when Mikasa's fighting her feelings of despair for losing Eren again, is a simple way of depicting the parallels that their lives have now and the ones they had back then. The series can very easily prey on your emotions. Another step closer to finding out the truth, I hope. Whatever lies in wait for the reinforced army of Survey Corps remains to be seen, but I can guess that their plan to save Eren and capture the traitors will meet many obstacles along the way. It wouldn't be Attack on Titan without them. 8.5/10
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poshka
5/21/2017 01:28:24 pm
Pfew, Its that IMDB got too much of a pansy site otherwise i could have written my review there, But man oh man this episode is a yawn fest, One gigantic filler in a already short season,
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Welsh Nerd
5/21/2017 01:38:29 pm
Sometimes a show needs one of these adjustment episodes to reassert itself and the audience with what's been going on so far. Nothing much may have happened plot wise, but emotionally, all the characters are developing nicely - as they should. I imagine, with the manga, it's easier to go back and review what has happened without having it be told again.
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poshka
5/21/2017 04:33:49 pm
But dont forget tha EVERYBODY including my mom has seen the first season and KNEW about their cliché past!
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