What does it mean… to become light?

It begins in earnest. I was considering writing a long explanation about just how tragic Elza is, but I may not get around to it before it’s too late. In any case, she easily ranks among the top three most troubled Aikatsu idols and I believe strongly that she is deserving of empathy. When even your opponents worry this much about you, perhaps it’s time to reconsider your choices. And yet, being unable to do that in part due to external factors outside your control is what makes this so painful to watch. I can only pray that she is saved soon. In lighter news, a oneshot girl I love is coming back next week, so I’m super excited for that too!

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D4 is the cutest!

They kind of even look like superheroes, what with the lightning bolts and long scarves. Sometimes, the only way to resolve your insecurities is by getting a little uncomfortable. Or at least embarrass the people watching a little bit. But getting out of your comfort zone like that is also one way to inspire others.

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I want a Lun Lun body too!

Yes, this was exactly the pairing and lesson I had no idea I so desperately wanted. It had just fantastic writing and setup and intricately wove Aria and Mahiru’s necessary growth events together. This was a truly satisfying and fulfilling episode of Stars.

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Also, I can’t believe I forgot to mention this, but as most of you are probably aware, starting this April a new series of Aikatsu, Aikatsu Friends, will be airing. The theme this time around is pair units known as Friends, and our main characters will be aiming to become the top unit, Diamond Friends. We’ll see you there.

I guess New Zealand sheep are pink. Which makes Kirara half-sheep?

I really dislike the word triathlon. Doesn’t it sound like it should be “triathalon”?

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The real cat idol. She’s probably sexy type

What can I say, it’s basically a recap episode. But in true Aikatsu fashion, it does have some really important things in it too, so be sure to watch.

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Happy Idol New Year!

What better way can there be to start off a new year with an Aikatsu drama episode? It was full of little references like who took over the role of certain events repeated in last year’s episode, who did what in the first-year talent show, little notes certain idols made in their scripts for past shows, and more. A couple other things also bear mentioning. For one, “hanetsuki” is referenced. If you’re familiar with other anime that have a New Year episode, it’s that paddle badminton game where whoever drops the shuttlecock gets something drawn on their face with a brush. There’s also a bit of a kanji joke in the middle, but if you look at the signs the meaning should become clear. I do have one slight disappointment with the episode near the end, although it definitely didn’t detract from the quality.

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Happy Merry Christmas!

I wanted to give you all an early present to say thank you, so we worked hard to get this out today. This year’s Christmas episode was just so full of happiness, of unexpected happenings, of joy and mirth. I personally felt that this was a gift for me and my favorite idol; I hope you’re all able to feel the same. And so once again, Merry Christmas! There will be no new episode next week, so we’ll see you after the New Year. I wish everyone happy and healthy holidays.

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Totally normal friends

What a completely ordinary and standard Laura episode. I was not surprised at all about anything. I’m sure looking forward to Christmas next week.

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When your parents walk in on you watching Aikatsu

Man, this week’s performance. It was a good episode showing growth. But next episode looks to be quite intense.

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Warning: This image contains dangerous levels of OTP

This contest was clearly designed to push pairs of girls to the dark side. It even influenced innocent younger girls who watched it. Anyway, in the middle there are all these events which I didn’t want to typeset, so I’ll list them here: Idol Rock Awards, Self-produce Dance Vocal Audition, Finding Rookie Idols! Audition, Cinderella Stage Audition, Dancing Star Audition, World’s Greatest Sweets Idol Selection. There was also some interesting info revealed about the endgame of this season; let’s see how it turns out.

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