The much-awaited 6th episode of Tsurune Season 2, aka Tsurune – The Linking Shot – or Tsurune: Tsunagari no Issha (ツルネ ―つながりの一射―) is here, and it has again managed to deliver a delightful watch. So without further ado, let us jump right into this review.
Tsurune Season 2 Episode 6 Overview
When the first season of this franchise dropped, we did not think it would be able to make a name for itself in the competitive sports anime market. But, it managed to set itself apart by becoming one of the very first anime that solely focuses on Kyudo, a Japanese martial art of archery.
This second season will be directed by Yamamura Takuya, who has worked on fan favourites like Koe no Katachi, Violet Evergarden, Clannad: After Story, and Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai! Ren, etc.
Tsuruoka Youta will be directing the music for this series, and we have heard his works on anime like Koe no Katachi, Violet Evergarden, Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica, Hellsing Ultimate, etc.
Kyoto Animation studios will be handling the animation, and we fans can rest assured of the quality as we have already received masterpieces like Koe no Katachi, Violet Evergarden, etc, from them.
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Tsurune Season 2 Episode 6 Review and Recap – Inspiration From Elsewhere
The 6th episode of this beautiful anime is here, and we are back again with its review. This episode starts with the girls of Kazemai high school’s Kyudo club practising for their upcoming tournament.
Along with that, we get an idea about the concept of Ikiai, that Masa has been trying to instil amongst his students. According to this concept, a team of archers must act as one and support each other to perform to the best of their ability. One cannot do this on their own and needs the support of the team.
By this time, Minato is not yet ready to get back on track as he has still not grasped this concept. But this episode was not about the boys, but it was a rare segment where we got to explore the archery of the girls in the club.
Noa, Yuna and Rika might not have been playing Kyudo for a long time, but their passion is second to none. Before becoming a team, they are also good friends, and this helps them a lot in preparing for their tournament.
Most of the time, they are the ones who cheer for the guys, but now Minato and others go to the Public Kyudo tournament, which is essentially like a festival for everyone to come and shoot. It is open to girls and guys, irrespective of age and style. But this is not the first time Minato is coming into this competition. Previously, in his junior high, Minato kind of tricked Seiya and Shuu to join him in this game as well.
The competition for the girls starts, and we see how each of them is different in their style, yet they complement each other so well. Their form is not just beautiful but precise and elegant. Even if they fail at times, they quickly get back up and fight their way towards their goal. Seeing them inspires Minato, and by the end of this episode, he reaches the answer he has been looking for.
Verdict
I love the fact that this episode showcased the girls more, as most of the time, they do not get much limelight. Through them, we see how a bond is needed for the teams to function properly and how every team member is essential for the win. The animation and the music were gorgeous, as usual. Watch this anime on HIDIVE.
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