Blue Lock Season 2 Episode 6 Review: Just Bear With The Animation

Today’s episode of Blue Lock Season 2 was great storywise and pace-wise. Read to find out how the episode went.

Blue Lock Season 2 Episode 5 Recap

With all the selections complete, it’s time to choose the final roster for the upcoming match against Japan’s Under-20 team. The pressure is on Ego to assemble a lineup, and no matter who he picks, fans will inevitably feel the sting of leaving out some talented players. Additionally, Ego must craft a team that can work cohesively, which is no easy task given the group is filled with individualistic players who see themselves as the best.

Leading the lineup is Rin, the clear top choice, around whom the entire team is built. The squad is tailored to not only match Rin’s potential but also to amplify his devastating skills. Ego has also picked strong defenders who excel at intercepting and stealing the ball from opponents.

The selection of Nagi and Bachira was a given, considering their incredible talent and unpredictability. As for Isagi, his inclusion makes perfect sense as he’s the only player who can synchronize with Rin while also challenging him to create scoring opportunities. The biggest twist of the episode, however, was the exclusion of Shidou, despite being the second-ranked player in Blue Lock.

Blue Lock Season 2 Episode 6 Review

We are finally at the best segment this season has to offer, and I am left with mixed feelings about it. Not much happens in the first half, as it just shows the preparation part of the match between the U-20 team and the Blue Lock team. Right off the bat, we are told that Shidou will not be a part of the opening lineup, and the reason is obvious. If Sae wants others to follow his decisions, he must prove himself to the captain, Oliver, first.

The players of Blue Lock are also eager because this is the very first match where they will be able to let the world know about their presence. This is the perfect stage for them because, till now, they were a bunch of zeroes about whom nobody was interested. This fact becomes apparent when we see the dismissive attitude of the audience towards “a bunch of failed high schoolers” who just happened to get the chance to play against a star like Sae.

Once the second half of the episode starts, the real thrill begins. Let’s be clear about one thing. The animation still sucks, and the ineptness of the studio is glaringly obvious. They really butchered such a good franchise with bad CGI and endless still frames. But, if you somehow manage to overlook the hideous quality of animation, you will actually love everything else.

The sound design is immaculate, as the background music properly hypes you up for the match. The realistic fan chants and the whole setup of the arena make you feel like you are watching a football game in real time. You get excited about the impending battle, and the way everyone starts to play with their own strategies fills you with anticipation.

Verdict

Today’s episode had the potential to be one of the best moments in sports anime, but it fell short because the animation quality, which is a crucial factor, just couldn’t be overlooked. The way we are introduced to the player who will be Isagi’s rival for this match is brilliant and exhilarating. Just pretend the bad animation does not exist, and you should be able to enjoy this.

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