I get distracted by butterflies too

Maika descends! I’ll take this opportunity for the most basic rundown of her name, which I feel like I haven’t done in a long time. 蝶野 舞花, just to give the important meanings, contains the kanji for butterfly, dance, and flower. Hope that helps explain the episode title and all her butterfly motifs. Although it was great getting so much Maika this ep, I feel like they went a tiny bit overboard with characterization. Like one or two points could’ve easily been left for a future episode (especially one near the end), but overall it was still fun. And there are even more hints of a rather interesting development that may be coming; the only question is when it’ll hit.

Episode 005: Torrent | Magnet

This precocious little Mio

Not only was this a unique and incredible episode for Aine finding her own brand, Aikatsu went above and beyond by really expanding what it takes to be an idol and a designer in a way I never expected it to actually do. Always remember, that it’s never too late.

Episode 004: Torrent | Magnet

If it’s a Mio episode, then why did Aine get the best faces? Checkmate

The strong flow of Aikatsu continues in this episode, even with a first time writer. I adore the weight that’s being put into becoming Friends, it may even be stronger than units have been in the past. But all that means is that the magic that will come later will be stronger as well. Let’s all try and reach a higher stage, even if it’s only a tiny step at a time.

Episode 003: Torrent | Magnet

M-Masaka… love is alive once more

Man I love the staff for a day episodes, they always make sure to enforce how important every single aspect of Aikatsu is. There’s just so many great little things in this episode, from old Aikatsu references to expanding the setting to making sure there’s plenty of room for character growth. My waku waku is as high as it was last week.

Episode 002: Torrent | Magnet

Cards are friends, fans are friends! Aim to make a million friends!

It’s happening! That art! That music! Those characters, voices, animation, story, family, songs, CG, direction! Every time I rewatched part of this episode, even if only a few seconds, I fell more in love with it. The only advice I can offer is the exact same thing I said two years ago: have no expectations, give it a try, wait a while, then watch it again. I can guarantee that with time, you’ll feel it nestle comfortably inside your heart, right next to Aikatsu and Stars. After all, the more friends the merrier.

Episode 001: Torrent | Magnet