A Big Dumb Rikka Defense Video - Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions

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Music used (in order of appearance):
Chunibyou OST - Koudou no Saki ni Ninaki ga Aru no da
Chunibyou OST - Soshite Ashita Mo Chu-2 Byo ha Tsuzuke Node Atte
Chunibyou OST - Umaku Ikanai Koto mo Arutte Monde
Air OST - Path in a Field
Durarara OST - Their Aspirations
Nichijou OST - Dada wo Koneru Tensai
Houkago no Pleiades OST - 何か変だな
YKK Quiet Country Cafe OST - Natsu No Kodomo
Nichijou OST - Nichijou no Bokkateki Ongaku
Chunibyou OST - Sore Wa Hontou Ni Attanda
Chuunibyou OST - Heiwa na Nichijou
Chunibyou OST - Cute And Chu-2 Byo
Red Data Girl OST - 喜び Delight
Chunibyou OST - Akogare No Futsuu Seikatsu Yo
Chunibyou OST - Nikumenai Onnanoko
Nichijou OST - Choushizuku Yukko
Nichijou OST - Sakamoto Ijiri
Kino's Journey Sound Sketch REVERIE - Potentials of Magic
Fruits Basket OST - In Daily life
Fruits Basket OST - Reason of Quibble
Air OST - Puddle
Chunibyou OST - Heiwa Na Nichijou Ga Ichiban No Shiawase
Chunibyou OST - Welcome To The Chu-2 Byo World!
Chunibyou OST - Kitai Shichatte Iindesu

[@Rikka_V1]

Jaoushingan doesn't need defence. The member no. 0 of the dark ream can fend off even godly attacks. Your mind must be corrupted by the administration bureau as well. The eye of the wicked lord is the strongest

[@KirbySonicTeam]

My apologies my master. I meant no disrespect! The wicked lord remains undefeated in power and against the weak minds of others!

[@YuutaTogashi0707]

I keep finding your comments everywhere now lol

[@dzunglatherikkasimp]

@@YuutaTogashi0707 omg is that togashi yuuta from the popular anime series love chuunibyo and other delusions??!?!?!?!?!?

[@YuutaTogashi0707]

lol@@dzunglatherikkasimp

[@avocadobread5806]

We forget how Rikka Rants about Yuta saying "He thinks just adding black infront everything makes anything cool for me"

[@Blossom44100]

Finally someone who sees Rikka the way I do!! Her imagination is my favorite thing about her❤

[@onilha2467]

20:03 I literally threw my phone against the wall when the phone rang in this cene out of fustration XD That was so relatable

[@Sleeves819]

Came here from the Mugi video and expected another funny little video. Got a brilliant analysis on one of my favourite characters of all time. Loved this honestly and you've gained a new subscriber

[@jaredsmith7240]

Same here

[@bryanjuarez7513]

Me too!! This video really cleared out my mind. I didn't truly understand the series finale and progress to its depth until I watched this vid

[@_etwas_]

I wanted to watch the "eyepatch-girl"-anime for a long time and when I saw that you made a 40min video about it, I finally decided to watch it in its entirety! While watching the anime, I never had the impression that Rikka didn't develop as a character, but i wasn't really able to put it into words! I just kinda thought:"why should she disregard her chuunibyou if it is clearly helping her and she likes it anyway?" On an audience level, I think many of us came to expect that there have to be clear cut stages of development, when in real life we develop within our current paradigms, changing them as we go along! That makes is sometimes so hard to look back and pinpoint the time we made a change. In this regard, Rikka is a very realistic character... I can't ignore the one final fatal flaw of your video though and I know it is a video about Rikka, but you did not mention the best girl even once: Kumin deserves better... All in all: GREAT VIDEO! In my eyes, you are really up there with the great ones on this plattform! Kudos to your editor, too btw! I really like your content, please stay healthy and stay safe ;)

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you so much for this incredibly kind comment! I’m glad you enjoyed it so much! If it makes you feel any better, Kumins perfection would have overpowered the discussion, and that wouldn’t be fair to poor Rikka ;)

[@_etwas_]

​@@KirbySonicTeam I can really sense that it took some mental fortitude to leave Kumin out... ... looking forward to your next videos, just don't feel compelled to rush things or put yourself under any pressure! Until then and Happy Holiday in advance :)

[@dzunglatherikkasimp]

i will never understand why people like kumin in anime were all other characters are just way more interesting, like dont get me wrong theres nothing bad with her but she is just kinda meh compared to rest

[@Lowart]

Really enjoyed this. I also found that Rika's development was compelling, despite the second season being almost skippable (in my opinion, of course). You did a great job of highlighting a lot of the stuff that made her, and the show in general, a good time.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you man! I really appreciate it

[@tommcglone2867]

Rikka is just cutest little goofball of all time. So glad i grew up with this show. Man i grew up with so many legendary shows and this is one of them.

[@abbymems]

Great stuff! Your writing in this and your other videos is consistently enjoyable and sensible in a way that makes this 40 minute video a very easy watch. Kor's editing is a great addition to that as well. Thumbs up to you both! I actually didn't know people thought Rikka never grew, and I found myself wondering why the whole video. But I think it's as simple as the fact that accepting yourself is hard. Rikka is the heaviest representation of a phase of life many have gone through, especially those who would be watching this show, but a lot of the viewers also probably threw away all the traits of their old chunni habits because they're seen as embarrassing or worthy of ridicule. In a sense, they have thrown away their sense of wonder and replaced it with cynicism. Rikka's story is to accept that you will change, but it shouldn't be at anyone else's behest. It should only be when you want to do so. I'm still a young adult myself and I feel like fully accepting who I am and have been in the past is a path I'm still walking. But I know I don't want to lose the wonder that makes me see something special in shows like this, and the warmth and mirth I feel seeing it broken down and praised as you have done here. Thanks again for representing Rikka Takanashi in her case against anime critics.

[@SergioAlvarez45]

Thank you for laying this all out for us, this videocis Fantastic and made me love the series and show even more than I did before. Your understanding of Rikkas Chuni-ness is both heartwarming and eye opening. Thanks for making this man, both you and Kor!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

You’re very welcome!

[@UrbanTheMyth]

Hey man, this was great! I should probably get around to watching Chunibiyo, already

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you very much! Since you haven’t seen it I hope it was still easy to follow and that the emotional beats were understood even if they maybe didn’t hit for ya.

[@Xutoh]

Awesome video! love the editing and writing a lot. I just recently finished the show in it's entirety and fell in love with it, you really helped put words to my feelings towards the show and Rikka.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thats awesome to hear! This is my favoite video Ive made so getting such positive feedback makes my day. Thank you

[@MrGamer-fw4hc]

I think a fun detail that wasn't brought up here, is that the ring has a butterfly motif, which is often a metaphor for transformation and hope. In this case, Rikka's transformation and growth beyond her Chunibyo, and hope for a future with Yuuta.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Oh wow! I never thought of that! That’s perfect! Thanks for pointing that out. Otherwise did you enjoy the video?

[@MrGamer-fw4hc]

@@KirbySonicTeam Yeah, it was a fun video, very well put together!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks! It’s my favorite video so I always like to know what people enjoyed

[@naju7919]

this video made me want to cry just remembering some scenes from the anime, your great narration and a really good soundtrack, it deserves more attention. Nice job!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you! I’m so glad you liked it!

[@mehiloll]

Thank you for defending our waifu. I will give you a sub and finish this video

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Let me know what you think of it when you’re done!

[@onilha2467]

This video is amazing and deffinetly deserves more attention. It summarizes so many differents aspects of the series and despite that it doesn't gets boring (props to Kor) After watching it I finally think that I understand even the more hidden detiles of it like the wedding bouquet reference.

[@eff-fume]

MY GOAT

[@patrykess]

I really wish we would've been given a third season, or at least a small, special mini series. Just to kind of, round off the emptiness we have all felt after finishing this show. None the less, this show is amazing. And I really think that it's one of the best, if not the best, romance anime out there.

[@nighpaw4651]

Love this video Tbh I don't get why people want rikka to be normal by the end, since the whole ending of s1 is saying forcing her to be normal is not good.... and kinda boring to watch without all the drama in s1. It wouldn't be a satisfying ending if we saw her successfully do what she did in s1 when she went back to be sad, depressed and lonely. I think when yuta says the reason for loving rikka is her chunibyo it also goes for the audience, rikka is adorable because of how she is

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Agreed! And thanks for the detailed reply!

[@nighpaw4651]

@@KirbySonicTeam lol np I love going into way too much detail abt stuff I am so glad my friend forced me to watch this show with him

[@FrffyVsBoredom]

This is fantastic. Congrats on getting it finished. It was funny, informative, & Kor did an excellent job with the visuals. Happy New Year!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you very much! Im happy to hear it turned out so well for people. Happy New Year as well!

[@SamuelLopez-yy6ge]

I felt him at 20:00

[@lonemotheomatshaba9640]

I hope for more content soon man

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks a ton!

[@WhereIStandIsWhereIFall]

So I just watched this video again, and I gotta say, it's even better the second time! Perhaps in a similar way to the show, understanding the full context of the point and Rikka's arc heightened every moment for me. Great work, and here's to more excellent content!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks so much for watching again and leaving such kind comments. I’m glad I could make the show better for ya

[@billiejeanarmstrong862]

Great Video! Just made me love Rikka more than i already do

[@roshila.h2630]

I have never watched a 40 minute long video with so much passion. Your analysing, and the hardwork really pays off

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you! I love this video a lot so I’m always so excited to get any feedback. What stood out?

[@roshila.h2630]

@@KirbySonicTeam The thing is, the way you describe every second of the show is exactly what I felt at that moment while I was watching it. I also love the flow of the video. Because of that, I knew how hard you really worked to make it perfect. This video was the third one from your channel that I watched, and I actually loved it.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it and I’m glad you enjoyed

[@roshila.h2630]

@@KirbySonicTeam Hey, I also want to share with you why I love Rikka so much and why I relate to her so deeply. You see, my father is also not with me anymore. My personality is just like Rikka's-goofy all the time, especially with my loved ones. Because of that personality, I somehow forget about reality. I really love to goof off with my sister and family. But sometimes, I can't help but remember that my dad is no longer with me. Sorry, I didn't intend to make you sad. You see, she is quite a strong character for me.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you for sharing your story. I love when we’re able to find a piece of art that feels specifically designed for us. So I’m very happy Rikka is that for you!

[@luki_2277]

Thank you. Ever since I watched this anime for the first time something about it clicked with me, to the point of being literally my favorite anime for a year, and then my second favorite for a few years, and still is. I could never point something about it that explains why I love it so much, and so I found this video and said "I have to watch this" and never watched it until now, and it literally described everything (or almost everything) that I felt but could never point watching the anime, and it just clicked again, I had the same thoughts but like, unconsciously? if that makes any sense?, that's why I've never understood the comments about "Rikka never changing", because it was obvious for me for some reason and this video explains it perfectly. Though I still don't understand the hate towards the second season, I just liked it as much as the first and I find it underrated, I guess I'll have to make an analysis myself about it and the character of Shichimiya, because I feel like just a few people have and I love that character and her whole idea in the show, having my second favorite scene on the entire series. PS - Sorry if my english is bad I'm still learning.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Your English was fine! Thank you for the comment, Im so glad that it helped you to understand your feelings about the anime. Its my favorite video ive made so Im always so happy to hear people talk about it

[@luki_2277]

@@KirbySonicTeam Oh, I also loved the Mugi one, I wasn't a big fan of Mugi until I watched your video and realize she was actually really cool

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Glad to hear 😁

[@thelastpersonalive]

I just stumbled upon your channel and man this is top notch content. I don't understand how you don't have more views

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks Im glad you liked it! If you dont mind me asking what did you think of the video?

[@thelastpersonalive]

@@KirbySonicTeam I meant to respond to this so long ago. I though the flow of the video was great. Nothing really dragged. The humor was pretty good for the most part. The instant bobblehead joke made me chuckle and I still think about it. The voice over was good and clear but you might want to add some compression to your voice in the future. I went to college for film making and I think you have do talent for this. Keep it up.

[@Clone54_]

An amazing video essay of my favourite series and you did it justice. You offered me new ways to look at the show and just made me realise that its even more fantastic than I originally thought. Thank you

[@KirbySonicTeam]

I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for the kind words. Was there anything in particular that stood out?

[@Clone54_]

@@KirbySonicTeam Her decision about leaving chunibyo or staying chunibyo for Yuta was a lot deeper than I thought, also how serious she really is about her friends and all around being a person. I just didnt reaise how well rounded the characters really were

[@KirbySonicTeam]

That’s great! Glad I could help

[@Jackisboy]

Great video man. Very engaging and funny!! Great pace!!

[@SullivanDLuffy]

I love this show in DUB

[@mockball3011]

Great video. The boat lights simbolism was a bit confusing for me, but this video really made me understand it a whole lot better.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

I’m glad to hear that! The story doesn’t really bring a lot of these elements in at once. You kind of have to piece it all together once you have all the information. Which is definitely a flaw of conveyance on the shows part, but now that you know I hope it makes the show better for you. Thanks for the comment!

[@ashenesoterica]

Would that we could all be so fortunate as to have someone to be dorks along with for the rest of our mutual lives. That was my personal takeaway from the story, anyway. It's not like having a bit of chuunibyou is even innately a bad thing. In one other story, I vaguely recall someone pointing out how, considering one specific character *being* a chuuni despite also being an accomplished author, said trait was ultimately to her benefit especially to that end. That character's head wasn't stuck in the clouds, and she had her capacity for getting and being serious at appropriate intervals, but enjoying her life and her work was important to her. Might that then make her a "mentally ill" individual, to the people who label Rikka much in the same? Even if the very same over-active, self-aggrandizing imagination is to her benefit and financial success? Really, I seem to recall it being more like a persona she'd adopt, and was just one she liked having on as much as possible for obvious reasons. But she was still aware of her surroundings, and as such could and would focus up as needed. Compare and contrast with Yuuta getting irked at Rikka earlier on for not seeming to take situations seriously, and/or seeming to lack awareness. She never *needed* to stop being chuunibyou altogether, she just needed to A) learn to balance it a bit and/or become a bit more self-assured, or gods forbid *like* herself more, and B) have people (or even just someone in especial particular) who understand her as she is. Besides, it's *way* cuter to see Yuuta and Rikka meet each other in the middle with their individual chuuni streaks. It was the basis of their relationship, and if anything it's better that they have that unique way of expressing themselves to and with the other. It makes me feel more like the relationship will last and be a good one, than if both of them were some kind of cookie-cutter "normal" couple. They have a *dynamic* with one another, gods forbid. Thank you again for a wonderful video essay. It's fun to enjoy a piece of media, but it can be just as much fun if not moreso to do a deeper dive into it sometimes.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you so much for the detailed and heartfelt comment! I loved reading it!

[@gsg8600]

This is a very well made video and I am very surprised that after 2 years it only has 2.5k viewers, it definitely need more with this amount of effort.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you so much! What in particular did you enjoy?

[@gsg8600]

@@KirbySonicTeam basically everything

[@tanaelol]

thanks for expressing my exact thoughts in video format 👍

[@luyangche8278]

Thank you for this awesome analysis, it really helped me to clarify my thoughts on this series. I think the first season was the greatest with how it handled the topic of loss and cope, and it has some of the deepest and most amazing scenes in the series, but the other parts aren't terrible too. When I finished the movie, I enjoyed it, but couldn't shake off this conflicted feeling within me that the ending wasn't what I expected and I started having doubts that it was a good ending, but deep down I knew that it hinted that Rikka has grown and changed, just that we are only seeing the beginning of a new phase for her. I kept having this feeling that Rikka was being childish throughout the movie, but again I also know that she is slowly maturing, just maybe not as obvious as what it seems on the surface. I think what took me most by surprise is that the movie was giving an impression that Rikka will make a big change to dial down her chuunibyou, with what Touka said and Rikka's only reason to not change her chuunibyou ways being her fear that Yuuta will stop loving her. So when Yuuta reassured her that he will love her no matter what, my brain automatically came to the conclusion that Rikka stops having any reason to continue her chuunibyou, and it should diminish a lot, which didn't happen. At the same time, when Yuuta texts Touka that he loves Rikka for being a chuunibyou, it feels like everything just went back to the status quo with him just enabling Rikka to not move on. What made me a bit frustrated in the moment was that a similar theme was brought up in season 2 when Rikka felt her chuunibyou dying out as she got closer to Yuuta, so it just felt like a rehashed theme with not that much changing. But then when I thought about it, I also knew that Rikka is changing, she has just removed an inhibition that will allow her now to deepen her relationship with Yuuta, things will change, just as Yuuta said. Yuuta can seem like he is just enabling Rikka's behavior, but it also makes sense that after what forcefully removing Chuunibyou from Rikka in season 1 led to, he has learnt that he needs to work things out with Rikka at a pace she is comfortable with and support her along the way. His text shows to Touka that he is going to be with Rikka no matter what, and to show his dedication to being by Rikka's side and support her, and not that he specifically wants Rikka to always be chuunibyou (I think the sub I watched didn't translate it super well, so maybe that is a reason I got a different interpretation at first). When you brought up that Rikka also uses chuunibyou as a way for her to express herself, it made things a lot clearer why she isn't going to just get rid of it. She will let it evolve as her love for Yuuta progresses, but it will remain as her way as experiencing the world with awe and to express her thoughts. This video has helped me reconcile my initial issue with the movie, and now I need to watch it again with this new deeper understanding of the series to really do it justice. This series doesn't just spoonfeed the audience, and as such a lot of things and ideas can tend to fly over people's head, but upon closer inspection that is a lot more to what is shown in the series. Having said that, even though she wasn't trying to be a jerk and she was just confused, it was still a jerk of Rikka to leave Yuuta in the train uninformed with the ring. I mean at the end of the day their love is strong enough that they will just meet soon enough again as shown, but she really did Yuuta dirty with that move.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks for the detailed and well thought out comment! It was super fun to read. I definitely think season 2 did a lot of damage to the perception of Rikkas character. And it makes the movie doing a similar theme but done better come across worse because we did this theme in season 2. The difference for me was I took the film as a redo of what was a ruined lesson, where maybe for most since it is retreading a similar theme they then weren’t able to appreciate how much better it was. Also yeah like I mention, Rikka definitely shouldn’t have done that to Yuuta. I just think since I know her intentions were good and Yuuta quickly finds out, that I can pretty easily forgive her.

[@luyangche8278]

@@KirbySonicTeam Just re-watched the movie, then your video again, and I gotta say with my perspective on the situation deepened through your amazing video, I got to enjoy it a lot more, and saw a lot of what you brought up. This also got me realising that the main focus in terms of Rikka's character arc during season 2 + Take on me movie isn't so much chuunibyou in itself, but chuunibyou as a form of sincere self-expression as you mentioned. And now it makes perfect sense how her chuunibyou develops and play out. At first, chuunibyou was her tool in expressing her love for Yuuta, but as time goes on, it starts becoming a hindrance in her forming a deeper bond as it got in way of her sincerely showing her true feelings. It also goes to show that her chuunibyou will then evolve in a way that still allow her the avenue to show her awe and wonder at the world in a way sincere to her feelings, while not getting in the way of clouding her sincere love for Yuuta. At this point I'm just rephrasing the concepts you talk about, but that just goes to show how much I resonate with your analysis. I agree that season 2 kind of got in the way of truly seeing the movie for what it is, and potentially leaving a sour taste in many viewer's mind that clouded their ability to appreciate the movie. Having said that, I still found it mostly enjoyable, if just to see more of the cute interactions between the main couple and how their relationship slowly develops. If anything it did act as a contrast point for the movie and a slow build-up between season 1 and Take on me. It showed the slow burn side of the relationship between the explosive second-half of season 1 and the more dynamic development done in the movie. I never really bought into the idea that a kiss is necessary to show the development of a relationship, so I might be in the minority here. For me, the part where Rikka secretly spent many late nights finding the last arcade coin to become eternal contractors with Yuuta really showed how committed she was to being with Yuuta, and that was a big advance to their relationship, but I digress. I can see why others see season 2 as a bit of a black sheep in the series, and it definitely also got in my way of interpreting the movie initially. Once again, great job on the deep dive and Kor for the excellent editing too. I really enjoyed how you presented your ideas.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks for the detailed response! I loved seeing your updated thoughts in everything. Thank you so much for watching my stuff and I hope you have a good one!

[@MyNamesNoah]

DUDE, YOU MADE THE ARCHIE SONIC VIDEO??? This anime is one of my favorite of all time, and I love the analysis you've done here.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks! What did you enjoy about it?

[@MyNamesNoah]

@@KirbySonicTeam The analysis or the anime? Haha

[@KirbySonicTeam]

@MyNamesNoah The analysis, and the anime too if you have any unique thoughts you wanna share

[@MyNamesNoah]

@@KirbySonicTeam Well, I loved how you actually showed stuff that I had never thought about before. Like how Rikka's words aren't just for the act of being a Chunibyo, but that they have some actual meaning behind them on what she is trying to say. Obviously I thought there was SOME meaning behind them, but I didn't really look to far into it. I think part of this too is the fact that I don't see a lot of this anime online as well. I also really love the way you structure your videos and lay them out. I can't believe you don't have more subscribes haha.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

@@MyNamesNoah Thanks for the detailed response! This is my favorite video Ive made so I love getting feedback. Thank you

[@melvinjones1655]

finally, after 9 months, you upload another one of your masterpieces TwT

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Sorry for the wait. I hope it was enjoyable regardless! Another video should be out next month. It’ll be much shorter and more silly. But it’s still about something I care about.

[@melvinjones1655]

@@KirbySonicTeam God damn, next mouth?!?!

[@HaydenTheHistorian]

i like rikka she is cute and funny

[@KirbySonicTeam]

YES

[@kaycomvieng5387]

Legit tear up, beautiful analysis. After finish the series, ova, and movie in the course of 4 days, I’ve been looking for something like this. The most genuine love in couple I have seen in an anime.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m so happy you felt that way! Have you checked out the little 3 minute shorts each season has? They’re super fun.

[@kaycomvieng5387]

If you meant the lite, yes I watch most of them. I am planning to rewatch the show again, in dub this time. I tend to rewatch show in dub bc I notice more small detail in the show when I don’t have to constantly reading the sub title.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Gotcha! Well I hope you enjoy it! It’s a gorgeous looking show so I get wanting to give it your full attention.

[@kaycomvieng5387]

@@KirbySonicTeam welp, finish it 2nd time, thanks again, your analysis really give me a better insight of the show. I know many people hate season 2 for the lack of conflict when there is one, not as big as in season 1 but still important to overall characters and their relationship development. This show is still in my top 3. Also just personal thing, I love the pinky, the nose touch, the hand holding, and the hug more than the kiss in the movie. I don’t understand why the kiss have to be the ultimate sign of their love. These 2 have the best hug moment in my opinion.

[@El_Ace]

I'm looking forward to your future videos. 😎

[@NahIdWin995]

20:05 so relatable

[@skylarsolar893]

Would it be alright for me to have a feeling she's slightly austism coded? Chunibyo helps her express herself, for maybe any good amount folkes with ASD (myself included) we express ourselves through our interest so..what would you say on the matter?

[@KirbySonicTeam]

You can interpret her however you want! I know very little about autism to make that guess. But if you see something in her that could relate to that in the text or just something about Rikka clicks that way for you, then go right ahead. I imagine some of the stuff I read into her is pretty different from what the creators intended. But that’s why media is fun.

[@skylarsolar893]

@@KirbySonicTeam Thanks! ^^ your insight to this was great btw!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

@@skylarsolar893 Thanks! Was there anything in particular that stood out?

[@skylarsolar893]

@@KirbySonicTeam I think your defense of the flim. I really was glad to see you understood it.

[@Stigmatix666]

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[@skyhighlander6447]

I only just found out that ‘take on me’ even existed, and though at first I agreed that some more maturity would have been nice (with season 2 in the back of my mind), the movie at least ended on a better note in terms of where we could expect yuuta and rikka to go as a couple. In terms of closure, it did so much better than season 2, and it was just a good, fun ride in general. Great video, so glad I came across it and it deserves a lot more views honestly.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you for watching! It’s one of my favorites.

[@skyhighlander6447]

@@KirbySonicTeam I’ve subscribed and though looking at your upload schedule I’ll probably be waiting a while, I’m looking forward to whatever you got coming up next… after I probably binge the rest of the videos you have.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Much appreciated! Yeah sorry for the slow uploads. This channel is mostly just for any passion projects that come into my brain. But I’m very proud of every video I’ve made and feel they represent something I truly love

[@skyhighlander6447]

@@KirbySonicTeam I think that’s definitely content worth sticking around for, personally. Looking forward to it!

[@thecakeone]

Holy fucking shit this was AWESOME! GREAT WORK!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you! I really appreciate it!

[@GiraffeConductor]

You need more subs man, You spent too much effort on this for it not to explode

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Aww, thank you! Comments like these make it feel worth it though. If you want to help feel free to share with someone you think would like it. Otherwise, I’m sure it will find its audience one day :)

[@GiraffeConductor]

@@KirbySonicTeam of course! I hope you make it big homie

[@cvatvbizarreadventure]

Love you

[@niaspeakss]

love this!!!! (you should probably add timestamps 😭😭)

[@avocadobread5806]

I came back to rewatch

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks! I hope you enjoyed it this time too!

[@avocadobread5806]

@@KirbySonicTeam my one issue is that i need more long style videos like this.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Closest you’ll get is the Archie sonic videos on Lowarts channel. I co write all of them. Otherwise I’ll try to make something this year

[@Sleeves819]

Back again

[@KirbySonicTeam]

I hope you enjoyed it again lol

[@user-gb6et2ms6w]

My Favorite character of all was explained

[@corymorrissey]

Holy shit this video feels like something from someone with 100k+ subs, keep up the work

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you so much! What did you enjoy about it?

[@corymorrissey]

Had really good flow, was very informative, and the editing made the video feel smooth

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you!

[@bedizzleyt681]

i would be really interested in what your viewer retention was on this video as it was very informative and expanded on what the show was rather than a happened because b

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks for watching it! Was there anything in particular that stood out that you liked?

[@fayking]

love the vid, i was coding while putting this vid on.. i did alot of progress, i love this anime

[@KirbySonicTeam]

IM so gald you liked it! Was there anything in particular you enjoyed?

[@fayking]

​@@KirbySonicTeam love how you make this long detailed video, no specific time, the whole video

[@WeRGayzz]

You make a very compelling point but i love satone shichimiya

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks! What did you like about the video?

[@WeRGayzz]

@IanWaffles a couple of things 1- that you are very passionate that you made almost a 50-minute-long video about 2- I believe in what you are saying 3- your explanation is on point and easy to understand 4-showing that what people think of a character is only sub-level and they should always go deep down 5- you said something that I didn't even realize and it my favorite anime that I make it a point to re-watch twice a year 6- you gave a good/heartfelt send-off at the ending 7- you made the video timeless and rewatchable 8- you didn't dog on satone shichimiya like most do 9- shows how growing up and changing can be hard and a bit unnerving 10-you went through every plot point in the series/movie with the care it deserves and that is why I love this video And that's just barely cracking the surface I still got plenty more to say but I fear it may be to long for someone to read so I am ending it here you guys have a happy rest of your day

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you so much for the detailed response! This video is my favorite to this day so I’m always glad when more people find it.

[@avocadobread5806]

I hope you make more content please continue more

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you! Did you enjoy the video? If so, what in particular

[@avocadobread5806]

@@KirbySonicTeam I really enjoy anime video analysis. And it shows a different prospective and deeper version of the character's psychology. Which I like. And long format videos I enjoy, so I hope I see more

[@YOUFREAKINNERD]

What the fuck. This is incredible. How do you have so few views and subs??? Oh my god, wait a minute. This whole, “Chuunibyo as self-expression” thing just gave me an epiphany. Kanye West is the ultimate chuuni. Because he doesn’t limit himself to the way people should naturally think and accepts the wild and sometimes crazy egotistical thoughts he has he’s been able to continuously rise higher and higher throughout his career. Or something like that. I feel like that makes a lot of sense.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thanks a ton! I appreciate it. I think I get the gist of what you’re saying. Though of course it all depends on someone’s view of Kanye if they think that side of him is positive or negative. But I guess the point is it has both effects.

[@YOUFREAKINNERD]

@@KirbySonicTeam basically, yeah. And I think he does need to see some counseling, myself. (Especially over his bipolar, which he shouldn’t be off his meds for.) Obviously, I have tremendous respect for the guy. But essentially, I’d like to see him continue to progress without losing the unique ways in which he expresses himself. Because, idk, talking about God a lot and being really out there is just kind of, Kanye at this point. But yeah.

[@cienkopis3973]

bro understood rikka better than the auhor himself bruh

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Lol, thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

[@roshila.h2630]

hey i have a question do you get copyright making review video because of using anime clips and image?

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Yep they get claimed pretty fast. Which means I don’t make any money from these if that’s what you want to know. But I’ve not had them taken down.

[@Sleeves819]

Found this over half a year ago and I've seen this video way too many times lol

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you! That means a lot!

[@KirbySonicTeam]

If I may ask, what do you enjoy so much about it?

[@Sleeves819]

@@KirbySonicTeam I'm not an expert on any of this type of stuff so take what I say with a grain of salt. While this is kind of a general thing, I think more than anything, the video is scripted very well and paced very well. The use of actual clips I think was a good amount so that while you used it to further some of your points, you didn't overuse clips and rely on them. Again, I think the video was paced very well, not spending too much time on things that don't matter and giving enough attention to things that do matter. Other than that I can only really say things like the actual analysis was done really well. You broke down different facets of the character very well and addressed each "argument/counter-point" really well. You made everything very easy to understand while still going in depth and not just scratching at the surface. I don't think this'll be of much use because of how vague I was with everything but I hope i answered your question.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

@@Sleeves819 you did and thank you for the reply! I got what you meant and im thankful for the kind words.

[@cel3bi634]

Correct

[@KirbySonicTeam]

I hope you enjoyed the video! If so please leave any thoughts, I’d love to read them

[@cel3bi634]

@@KirbySonicTeam i really enjoyed the video, even though I already agreed with your opening opinions about rikkas development, you showed me so many more example i never even realized which has made me love the show even more. You did a great job interpreting and seeing small, yet impactful details that show rikkas inner psyche and conflicts

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Thank you! I’m glad it could be that for you. This is my favorite video I’ve made so I’m glad it came together

[@skeetermania3202]

So what do you have to say about Season 2 given some of your derision in this video? Have you in any way warmed up to it?

[@KirbySonicTeam]

I haven’t watched Season 2 since this video but my general criticism was how it regresses the intimacy of the characters in favor of more Rikka chunibyo shenanigans as a point of drama for their romance. I’m still not even sure what the dark flame dragon is or what Rikkas intentions or understanding of it were meant to translate to for their relationship. Combined with lame episodes like the groomer storyline or the sleeping contest, how dekormori has seemingly become more delusional when in season 1 it was much clearer she knew it was all just for fun, and finally how the show dangles progression in the form of the kiss only to have a contrived fake out makes everything feel mean spirited. I like any time Yuuta and Rikka are just being cute together like their dates, but everything that gets in the way of that is frustrating, I feel, for all the wrong reasons.

[@skeetermania3202]

@@KirbySonicTeam If I could just speak up for Ren for a while (at least from memory)… Based on evidence in the season, I’ve interpreted Rikka wanting to unlock Yuuta’s “Dark Flame Dragon” as wanting to “take their relationship to the next level” if you know what I mean. At some points in the season, it’s joked about how the two may be thinking about sex, even having the other characters eavesdrop out of context and thinking something sexual is going on. As shown in the Christmas OVA, Rikka is also clearly aware of what are considered normal conventions for couples to go through. However, she considers her pact with Yuuta a special one, one embraced in their own chuuni pasts. And we also know that she’s too shy to express these feelings “normally,” something she works towards in the 6th episode of the season. I’ll add more if I can.

[@skeetermania3202]

@@KirbySonicTeam As for the filler storylines, I actually kinda like the napping contest one. For a club ostensibly called the “Far Eastern Magic Nap Society of Summer,” it is admittedly weird how little focus there is on napping barring Kumin. It reminded me a bit of K-on.

[@Sleeves819]

I'm back again boys

[@KirbySonicTeam]

How are the troops

[@PopeTheRevXXVIII]

Are we just going to ignore that Yuta is borderline abusive?

[@KirbySonicTeam]

Not sure if you’ve finished the video but I address this early on where I point out that the show is a slapstick comedy more often than not. Characters like Nibutani and Toka physically attack Rikka or Yuta and it’s clearly meant to be a joke, with very rare exceptions where tonally it doesn’t fit. And Yuta hitting Rikka is treated the same. It’s just meant to be absurd. Hope that helps unless you had a different point you were making and I misunderstood.

[@PopeTheRevXXVIII]

@@KirbySonicTeam yeah you did I'm not just talking about the slap stick. He was kind of manipulative too. Still mulling over everything before I start watching my next show. Still though this is one of the better videos about the show

[@KirbySonicTeam]

He definitely manipulated her in the end of season 1 when he told her to take off her eyepatch, but that was part of his lesson to learn that he’s not helping Rikka by forcing her to change. And the movie emphasizes that growth as he never pushes her to anything there. Instead choosing to follow her and be by her side no matter what.

[@PopeTheRevXXVIII]

@@KirbySonicTeam in that case though it was what he thought was best for before he realized what he did. Although the worst things he did in the series was related to that. My low opinion of him was Sealed when he had Dekomori in tears during that same arc.

[@KirbySonicTeam]

I think the show is definitely on your side. Yuta screwed up, but all of his actions are based in trying to help Rikka. And while good intentions don’t negate negative outcomes, there’s a gulf of difference between the good intentions of an adult, and the good intentions of a teenager in his first relationship with a girl he has a very poor grip on dealing with in a mature way. In the end he comes around though, and it’s easy to root for him when he becomes the man Rikka believed he could be.

[@SullivanDLuffy]

I hate season 2