3.2 Happiness Charge Precure! EP 16 - 18
It's already March and I haven't done one of these since early December... the one year mark has already passed, Idol wrapped up and we're already something like five weeks into the next one...its time to try and get this ball rolling again.
EP 16
And straight out the gate, the news reporter has some crazy energy.
That's not exactly foreshadowing but it does a good job highlighting the main focus cures, outside of the main group; all of them have been seen briefly already. One would assume we'd see even more from them down the line.
Interesting pose choice and we'll just leave it at that shall we ...
The school is one thing but someone's actual house... (Let's be fair now, all precure girls are screwed by having abnormal hair colours against the general public, outside of that though, those notes are so vague they could be about anyone, especially in a school setting.)
Seiji just being everyone's response in that moment -.-" seriously Megumi shouldn't have been allowed to be left alone. But Miyako kicking off the grand ol tradition of being saved by X and wanting to become X or get closer to them. (Mystery purple cure being her idol though, the breadcrumbs and dot connections this series is currently offering!)
Appreciate that they showed it wasn't quite that simple to become a Precure, God handed of the Precure crystal but despite her efforts it didn't transform into a mirror. (I'd assume they weren't genuine enough)
Has to be said, this is a good way to introduce a new alt attire. The reporter knows all their standard move and can counter them, so tackle her with a whole new, never before seen attack. Outfit is alright, attack seems rather mediocre, then again, these outfit changes seem to be more aimed at helping to tackle crowds of enemies not just one. Perhaps it'll get some more justice done next time?
That was decent of her, she had Lovely's identity and still she kept the info to herself and came up with an excuse to stall it. Ha, she kept the love crystal and added it to her standard attire.
It was a decent conclusion on the whole, her spirits picking up again upon the support and cheers of children who watch the show and count on her, thus already having quite an important role to fill already.
EP 17
XD At least he got involved, the question is, was it willingly or unwillingly though? Its almost impressive how little Blue has to do in a day it seems. And this is quite the opening before the intro actually kicks in. (Not one of the insane ones but a biggie)
Tenth anniversary, that was so long ago now but it feels like some budget was thrown into this little segment? Still, Cure Rouge with the voice you just seem to hear everywhere. (This VA has some serious major characters to her name)
The breadcrumbs and nods to things already but in general Pink fashion, it's gone right over Megumi's head and has been interpreted as something else. Seriously the way Megumi talks about him though, it's a complete tone change and shift. o.O? Did it mention anywhere Hime had fascination with chickens or is this a visual jab at her character?
He just appeared out of no where in this ep, no forewarning or anything, just bam, Terribad time halfway into the ep! (I don't disapprove)
Proactive, all the points for Seiji! It will forever remain a mystery why he was denied a Precure title or something similar. (Would it have really looked so wrong?) Bonus point for Hime for at least trying and actually being willing to take on the Terribad solo, nevermind standing up to the General, it shows just how far her character has come already.
It wasn't any better with the minions there but it does feel like Honey has had a character journey of sorts before; there feels like there should be a reason why she's so on top and in tune with everything around her?
They spare with no pads o.O That seems crazy for full on contact like that, no wonder he's so battered and bruised.
EP 18
And then we start this ep off, with one of Hime's more annoying traits, the constant flips back and forth with this character are insane -.-
Berry and Peach in the span of three eps, I think that actually ticks off their group entirely. (Would need to double check, think that's the first one???)
This is a different take on a wedding ceremony/ wedding ep, I like the more personal touch to it, it makes it more unique.
XD I can't tell if Hime knows what she's doing in moments like this or just running with it. (It's like White all over again >.<)
The plot thickens but how can one be studying abroad and not no where they are? That sounds like a flawed excuse. And just how much older is Maria to Iona or this lady to Maria? Or is she just getting married super young?
All three together and not trying to kill each other, isn't that nice to see. There's no reason why villain groups can't all work together on the same page to...
Wait...! Does he have a licence for that!?
And did Seiji just run home and change? Did everyone? Or did everyone just bring a change of clothes with them... and if they can smarten up, why not Yuuko's dad?
You would think this was their first time meeting -.-" How have they not caught on yet?
Come on Fortune, that's a bit harsh isn't it, you may not like Princess but to say you expect nothing from her, when she's clearly been putting in the effort and improving, heck she's even part of a team now that's even helping her to become better. She's come a long way, just to kick her back down like that.
Why does she have the bouquet back???
It's definitely more of a standout for a wedding themed ep but all these nods at Fortune, it seems we're finally hitting a Fortune mini arc, which actually aligns quite well to be the Fourth Cure trope; it is almost the half way mark.
Hime, Megumi, Seiji and Yuuko actually make a good team so far, they support and prop each other nicely. Seiji makes that nice, grounded voice of reason, to the more softer touch of Yuuko or oblivious one of Megumi but in big brother way, so it feels encouraging/understanding to. I'll admit though, its a cast with traits of yay they're good, to darn they're annoying or an idiot constantly -.- just pick a lane already.
The bad guys kinda just fell into the background this time though, as if they just showed up to do a job and left again, which really is an odd vibe to be giving them o.O?
