Medalist Episode 9: Western Powerhouses (Part Two)

Manga chapter 17-18

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

10.0

9 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

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Medalist Episode 9: Western Powerhouses (Part Two)

Manga chapter 17-18

Canon/HIGH

← Prev: EP 8 Next: EP 10 →

OSHIMETER

10.0

9 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

The first half was so hype! Then the energy slowed down and just got more intense because of that fall. But it's great that both Tsukasa and Inori had some character development themselves through this

uncultured_bovine

Inori's and Ema's performances are distinct but both make me feel so proud of them. They really deserved this spotlight. The coaches behind them are supportive as ever too!

Ema's performance is so prettyyy~ the backstory behind it makes it even heavier. Character development well executed

I was in awe watching Ema’s performance. It was incredibly beautiful. The ending was really nice and Inori looked content with her performance and results.

the animation in every episode whenever there's skating competition is such a visual spectacle. the pacing's really great and the difference between inori and herself from the past is that the current inori handles the situation bit by bit, and understands to it.

This is the episode where the "rivals" become real people. It’s a powerful lesson in empathy, showing that every skater has a mountain they are climbing.

Momentum continues to grow as the journey becomes more intense. The characters are getting closer to their goals, and it feels like things are finally starting to come together in a meaningful way.

Keep calm and skate on! The amount of calculation to be on top of your game is honestly so impressive. I love how Ema and her coach get along too, everything here is so wholesome... totally so wholesome... Also love how Inori gets inspired and not insecure.

EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at episode 9 of 13, this is the conclusion of the two-part Western Powerhouses arc and lands squarely in the season's competitive climax — the stretch where preparation meets execution. The previous episode established the pressure and obstacles Inori faced heading into her performance, and this episode delivers the culmination of that tension. With four episodes remaining, the outcomes here will directly shape the trajectory of Inori and Tsukasa's partnership heading into the season's final act.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at episode 9 of 13, this is the conclusion of the two-part Western Powerhouses arc and lands squarely in the season's competitive climax — the stretch where preparation meets execution. The previous episode established the pressure and obstacles Inori faced heading into her performance, and this episode delivers the culmination of that tension. With four episodes remaining, the outcomes here will directly shape the trajectory of Inori and Tsukasa's partnership heading into the season's final act.

QUICK TAKES

The first half was so hype! Then the energy slowed down and just got more intense because of that fall. But it's great that both Tsukasa and Inori had some character development themselves through this

uncultured_bovine

Inori's and Ema's performances are distinct but both make me feel so proud of them. They really deserved this spotlight. The coaches behind them are supportive as ever too!

Ema's performance is so prettyyy~ the backstory behind it makes it even heavier. Character development well executed

I was in awe watching Ema’s performance. It was incredibly beautiful. The ending was really nice and Inori looked content with her performance and results.

the animation in every episode whenever there's skating competition is such a visual spectacle. the pacing's really great and the difference between inori and herself from the past is that the current inori handles the situation bit by bit, and understands to it.

This is the episode where the "rivals" become real people. It’s a powerful lesson in empathy, showing that every skater has a mountain they are climbing.

Momentum continues to grow as the journey becomes more intense. The characters are getting closer to their goals, and it feels like things are finally starting to come together in a meaningful way.

Keep calm and skate on! The amount of calculation to be on top of your game is honestly so impressive. I love how Ema and her coach get along too, everything here is so wholesome... totally so wholesome... Also love how Inori gets inspired and not insecure.

©つるまいかだ・講談社／メダリスト製作委員会

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©つるまいかだ・講談社／メダリスト製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com