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Gina Szanboti
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Is it just me or does Noé have a real gap moe thing going on? I mean, Vanitas does to, to a degree, but nothing like Noé (gap Noé?). Most of the time he's goofy (like swooning over dessert) or looking bewildered or uncertain about everything going on around him, as childlike and innocent as a babe in the woods. But then we get moments like his almost predatory declaration to Vanitas on the tower last week, or his biting Dom's palm, or even just his trope-laden montage of getting dressed in the morning in the OP, where he comes off like the confident adult hero of any bodice-ripping romance. It's enough to make your head spin. Who are you really, Noé?
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KitKat1721
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For what its worth, I've seen the FMA comparison far more commonly with manga readers it seems, so I've always taken that statement as more of an indicator for the direction/tone of the story overall rather than the style/world-building we get right at the start.
The thing I found most interesting about that whole scene was that Noe's declaration essentially parroted his teacher's words to Louis in Ep. 5 ("I simply wish to observe your free will in action and see its results" vs "I wish to see your labours and witness their outcome"). Same sentence, opposite sentiments.
Pretty sure Vanitas said this was a lie he made up to cover for her when she was clearly distressed about Luca finding all this out. Most likely Jeanne was worried about Luca potentially discovering whatever curse or illness she has that compels her to desire more blood than normal. I was surprised to get two "cool down" episodes back to back, but I've enjoyed them both (even if last week's felt stretched a little thin once the crisis was resolved). It was a much needed dive into the supporting characters & group dynamics while putting the brakes on all the flash for a bit. |
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Kirki
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That's correct. They even explained it in their little talk in the alley. Jeanne is a curse bearer, probably similar to Louis, and she has a stronger urge to drink human blood all the time. But the fact remains that Vanitas claims that he loves her but he's most likely excited that he can use her to his own ends. The one he truly likes is probably Noe, who is the one who's crushing on Jeanne for real - something Domi has already noticed and is not happy about because she very clearly likes Noe. I don't know where Noe's crush on Jeanne really came from, since they haven't even talked much, but I suppose it doesn't matter - it's the kind of innocent, childish crush where a boy just met a girl and decided he likes her, even if he still doesn't know how this works. Unless it's misplaced attraction for Vanitas, because he's clearly not indifferent around him either. This is becoming incredibly and increasingly interesting, but can Vanitas and Noe get married in the end thank you (it's a joke don't come for my throat) |
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Princess_Irene
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You are correct! I decided not to dig that deep in the review, but you're right, I probably should have given Vanitas' statement about being drawn to Jeanne. I also got very stuck on the realization that Burne-Jones' painting, Kipling's poem, and Stoker's novel all came out the same year - apparently 1897 was a terrific year for vampires.
What can I say, I guess I just don't trust anything that comes out of Vanitas' mouth at this point. We did see other vampires seemingly affected by the screams, so I think there may have been a grain of truth in his lie. |
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Mello12
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That's not quite right. Just because Jeanne's marked him, doesn't mean that he's off limits for other vampires. Vanitas also has the mark of the Vampire of the Blue Moon on him and Jeanne was "able" to drink from him. These markings are no deterrent for other vampires. |
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KitKat1721
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Lol, I think that's fair haha - I just figured once Jeanne asked him "why did you tell such a lie?" and that she clearly does have something else going on with a potential curse that it was probably the case. |
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Princess_Irene
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And if she IS cursed, that opens a whole other interesting issue, which is that she'd be a curse-bearer and a bourreau at the same time - the very thing she's supposed to be killing. |
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Gina Szanboti
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I'm wondering what the deal is with Luca's brother, for whom Vanitas' salvation allegedly isn't what's best for him.
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Covnam
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Watching the intro this week made me wonder what happened to Murr. Glad to see the fat cat back
Oh, and that sudden scene change with Ruthven was pretty great I guess |
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Nordhmmer
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Bourreaux are vampires whose ancestors committed a great crime; thus, they must hunt down their fellow vampires in order to atone for this- and Jeanne "The Hellfire Witch" more than did so...As at this point in the story Jeanne is,and serves as, Luca's Chevalier and not so much as Lord Ruthven's Bourreau. (yes she's being affected,hence the intensifying need to drink blood) |
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ThatGuyWhoLikesThings
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tintor2
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These two latest episodes felt a bit lighter especially when compared with Funimation's warning. The comedy between Vanitas and Noe made me laugh a lot especially when the latter suddenly goes from innocent to angry as heck.
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Chiibi
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BWAHAHAHA episode 09 was so funny.
All they did was fight. Priceless entertainment. (random but) I really want Vanitas' hourglass earring...; that thing is awesome. I wonder if I can make my own pair of them... xD |
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Hiroki not Takuya
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Holy cow, I miss a week and what a lot of plot development happened! Looks like we are headed toward some juicy reveals for Monsieur Vanitas and Charlatan. Can't wait...
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Gina Szanboti
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I like it too, but it drives me nuts that they keep forgetting to fill it with the blue sand or whatever.  
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