Tamon is so sweet as usual 😭 Ouri's feelings are growing even stronger for Utage, but this whole time I haven't been convinced that it's genuine or that it's actually going to cause any drama.

keima

4 mo

Verified

WAIT… does Ouri actually have a thing for Kinoshita?! 😳

flare_tan

7 mo

Verified

This is a heavy episode to watch as we peek into Ouri's childhood where he is raised in an elite family which as expected can be stressful. There is also Ouri's ineffective attempt to impress Utage as Utage is very loyal. So would be interesting to see if Ouri would succeed.

Episode Context

The gloves come off in episode 9 as Tamon's B-Side trades its recent laid-back summer vibes for high-octane idol rivalry. This is a sharp tonal pivot, expect rapid-fire comedy fueled by clashing egos and behind-the-scenes power plays within F/ACE. The episode pulls back the curtain on another group member whose polished public image hides a ruthlessly competitive streak, creating a fantastic contrast that drives both the humor and the tension. Utage gets dragged into the middle of this idol battlefield, and her attempts to navigate the chaos while maintaining her secret role deliver some of the season's funniest moments. J.C.Staff leans hard into expressive comedic animation here. Themes of professional jealousy, the exhausting performance of perfection, and the raw desire to claim the spotlight give the laughs real weight. A standout comedic episode with genuine narrative stakes.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateFeb 25, 2026

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