Ace of Diamond Episode 12: Target

Canon/MED

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9.0

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marin_coser

5 mo

Seeing the team slowly come together makes these early episodes really rewarding in hindsight. Love love love

crybabytodoroki

5 mo

Haruichi continues to be one of the sneakiest clutch players on the roster. 😌 The emotional moments with Chris and his father hit harder than some of the actual game scenes. 💔

nekokurarisu

5 mo

Watching Chris slowly get his love for baseball back was honestly the best part of the episode <333

Episode Context

Episode 12 shifts gears from pure on-field action into the psychological trenches of competitive baseball. 'Target' zeroes in on the mental game, how players read opponents, adjust under pressure, and wrestle with their own limitations. Expect an intense, contemplative tone as Seidou High faces strategic challenges that test more than just physical ability. Sawamura's growth remains central, but the spotlight also falls on Chris Takigawa's continued influence and the tension surrounding Naoyuki Zaizen. Production I.G and Madhouse deliver a well-paced episode that balances game sequences with meaningful character introspection. This isn't a flashy highlight-reel episode; it's the kind that rewards patience, building emotional stakes through quiet determination and the unspoken rivalries simmering beneath the surface. A strong entry for fans who appreciate the cerebral side of sports anime.

Runtime24 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateDec 22, 2013

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