WebSorve
Joined Nov 2013
Welcome to the new profile
Our updates are still in development. While the previous version of the profile is no longer accessible, we're actively working on improvements, and some of the missing features will be returning soon! Stay tuned for their return. In the meantime, the Ratings Analysis is still available on our iOS and Android apps, found on the profile page. To view your Rating Distribution(s) by Year and Genre, please refer to our new Help guide.
Badges4
To learn how to earn badges, go to the badges help page.
Reviews7
WebSorve's rating
The second episode resumes immediately after the intense stand-off between Tsubasa Ozora and Genzo Wakabayashi that marks the beginning of their rivalry, which will span throughout the first arc, commonly referred to as the Kids' Dream or Elementary School Arc.
Wakabayashi is astonished by Tsubasa's skill, accuracy and shot power. He appears to be dazed until the players from Shutetsu B team show up. He then challenges Tsubasa to prove himself by facing the entire team and attempting to score, as this will be the only way to determine whether he is a true football player or not. Tsubasa agrees, and what follows is another testament to the quality of this anime series. In a riveting sequence showcasing the dynamic animation style it has become known for, Tsubasa makes easy work of his opponents. In a mixture of skill and speed, he dribbles, evades, and nutmegs the whole squad before shooting on target.
The face-off against Shutetsu B Team is the highlight of this episode, filled with captivating moments that culminate in another showdown between Tsubasa and Wakabayashi, where their rivalry escalates into a bloody affair. This scene is particularly noteworthy for two reasons: it reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger as Roberto Hondo, the famous center-forward of the Brazilian national team, and showcases Tsubasa Ozora's resourcefulness while establishing him as a complete football player. As a result, Nankatsu's Elementary School's football team regains access to the Junior Football Ground , so that it can be used as their training facility until the upcoming tournament.
Regretfully, the pacing becomes uneven as the episode loses its momentum, dialling down on the action considerably until the final scene. Even though we are shown a defining moment in Tsubasa's past, the plot point that ends up sparking our curiosity the most is the undisclosed nature of Roberto Hondo's connection with Kodai Ozora, Tsubasa's father. Still, these fail to either captivate or reach the intensity of previous standout moments.
The episode draws to a close with a promising setup for future contests, as Tsubasa ultimately decides to face Wakabayashi as the newest member of the Nankatsu Elementary School's football team, who proudly accept Roberto Hondo as their new coach. The anticipation for their rivalry remains, although one could have hoped for a stronger conclusion, as Roberto's acrobatic overhead kick, while impressive, doesn't reach the same level of excitement as the previous episode's intense stand-off.
Wakabayashi is astonished by Tsubasa's skill, accuracy and shot power. He appears to be dazed until the players from Shutetsu B team show up. He then challenges Tsubasa to prove himself by facing the entire team and attempting to score, as this will be the only way to determine whether he is a true football player or not. Tsubasa agrees, and what follows is another testament to the quality of this anime series. In a riveting sequence showcasing the dynamic animation style it has become known for, Tsubasa makes easy work of his opponents. In a mixture of skill and speed, he dribbles, evades, and nutmegs the whole squad before shooting on target.
The face-off against Shutetsu B Team is the highlight of this episode, filled with captivating moments that culminate in another showdown between Tsubasa and Wakabayashi, where their rivalry escalates into a bloody affair. This scene is particularly noteworthy for two reasons: it reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger as Roberto Hondo, the famous center-forward of the Brazilian national team, and showcases Tsubasa Ozora's resourcefulness while establishing him as a complete football player. As a result, Nankatsu's Elementary School's football team regains access to the Junior Football Ground , so that it can be used as their training facility until the upcoming tournament.
Regretfully, the pacing becomes uneven as the episode loses its momentum, dialling down on the action considerably until the final scene. Even though we are shown a defining moment in Tsubasa's past, the plot point that ends up sparking our curiosity the most is the undisclosed nature of Roberto Hondo's connection with Kodai Ozora, Tsubasa's father. Still, these fail to either captivate or reach the intensity of previous standout moments.
The episode draws to a close with a promising setup for future contests, as Tsubasa ultimately decides to face Wakabayashi as the newest member of the Nankatsu Elementary School's football team, who proudly accept Roberto Hondo as their new coach. The anticipation for their rivalry remains, although one could have hoped for a stronger conclusion, as Roberto's acrobatic overhead kick, while impressive, doesn't reach the same level of excitement as the previous episode's intense stand-off.
The series premiere marks the starting point of a young boy's journey toward becoming the greatest Japanese football player the world has ever seen. We meet Tsubasa Ozora as he embarks on this new chapter, relocating with his mother, Natsuko, from suburbian Tokyo to Nankatsu -- a place widely known to aspiring young football enthusiasts as the home of the prominent Shutetsu Football Team, recent winners of the national tournament.
The episode kicks off with an enticing glimpse of what lies ahead, offering a preview of the formidable adversaries Tsubasa will face in the early stages of his development as a professional athlete. Once he arrives at his new home, our main character wastes no time and explores his surroundings, hoping to find others as passionate about football as he is. Unrestrained, Tsubasa quickly captures the attention of local youth, be it for his dribbling skills or ball control. Most of them seem to harbour some form of resentment for the talented Shutetsu Private School's football team that Tsubasa aspires to join. However, theirs aren't the only eyes watching; a mysterious stranger, seemingly well-acquainted with Tsubasa's reputation as a youth possessing extraordinary skill and untapped potential, takes an unusual interest in him. But intrigue can wait, for shortly after, a face-off between the genius goalkeeper, Genzo Wakabayashi, and the captains from other sports teams, namely rugby, handball and baseball, ensues. This contest of skill showcases the exceptional animation style that this series has become known for, emphasizing fluid movement and dynamic ball play. Another highlight is the way in which Tsubasa chooses to challenge Wakabayashi, defying all odds and expectations. The subsequent stand-off between the two raises the stakes, fueling their rivalry and setting the stage for an epic clash between the local legend and the new kid on the block.
Other notable moments include the budding bond between Tsubasa and the captain of the Nankatsu Elementary School's football team, Ryo Ishizaki, as they become fast friends. On the other hand, Tsubasa's first interaction with Sanae Nakazawa is so unremarkable to the point that is doesn't even hint at what the future holds for them.
Overall, this episode delivers a well-paced and engaging introduction to "Captain Tsubasa." The standout scenes, particularly the showdown at Nankatsu's Junior Football Ground and the onset of the rivalry between Tsubasa and Wakabayashi, testify to the series' ability to set up the premise, develop character dynamics and offer thrilling football action that not only defies the laws of physics but also grips your attention and doesn't let go.
The episode kicks off with an enticing glimpse of what lies ahead, offering a preview of the formidable adversaries Tsubasa will face in the early stages of his development as a professional athlete. Once he arrives at his new home, our main character wastes no time and explores his surroundings, hoping to find others as passionate about football as he is. Unrestrained, Tsubasa quickly captures the attention of local youth, be it for his dribbling skills or ball control. Most of them seem to harbour some form of resentment for the talented Shutetsu Private School's football team that Tsubasa aspires to join. However, theirs aren't the only eyes watching; a mysterious stranger, seemingly well-acquainted with Tsubasa's reputation as a youth possessing extraordinary skill and untapped potential, takes an unusual interest in him. But intrigue can wait, for shortly after, a face-off between the genius goalkeeper, Genzo Wakabayashi, and the captains from other sports teams, namely rugby, handball and baseball, ensues. This contest of skill showcases the exceptional animation style that this series has become known for, emphasizing fluid movement and dynamic ball play. Another highlight is the way in which Tsubasa chooses to challenge Wakabayashi, defying all odds and expectations. The subsequent stand-off between the two raises the stakes, fueling their rivalry and setting the stage for an epic clash between the local legend and the new kid on the block.
Other notable moments include the budding bond between Tsubasa and the captain of the Nankatsu Elementary School's football team, Ryo Ishizaki, as they become fast friends. On the other hand, Tsubasa's first interaction with Sanae Nakazawa is so unremarkable to the point that is doesn't even hint at what the future holds for them.
Overall, this episode delivers a well-paced and engaging introduction to "Captain Tsubasa." The standout scenes, particularly the showdown at Nankatsu's Junior Football Ground and the onset of the rivalry between Tsubasa and Wakabayashi, testify to the series' ability to set up the premise, develop character dynamics and offer thrilling football action that not only defies the laws of physics but also grips your attention and doesn't let go.
