I guess this is cue: MOE KYOKO-SAMA!
It’s finally time for us to admire the Kyoko in action! Sweet, nice and evil Kyoko are all in display.
Summary
Moko was annoyed at Kyoko because she thought that Kyoko was simply a housewife. Moko completely underestimated her ability and considered her a rival. Maria asked Kyoko how she talked to her father (Kyoko said she had no father) and her mother (total fear). Maria thought that Kyoko’s mother was dead, but Kyoko was around. Kyoko stepped past the minefield by whispering how to chat with father. Kyoko reminded Maria that she has the human candle charm to protect her father when he comes over to see Maria. Lory asked Kyoko that she had the approval of her parents to enter LME and questioned the authencity. Lory told Kyoko that she needed her mother’s approval before allowing her for a debut. Kyoko asked Lory if she had to get her approval even if her mother did not care. Lory said it was fine.
After that incident, Lory thought to himself that he could not bear to ask Kyoko any more because it seemed like he was merely stabbing onto an open wound, and Kyoko was close to tears. On the other hand, Kyoko was praying to the stone at a staircase to make herself feel better. Sawada appeared and Kyoko replied. However, she accidentally dropped the stone down the stairs. Ren passed by and picked up the stone. Kyoko immediately rushed down the stairs frenetically for the stone. She started crying loudly since she felt that she has broken the stone given by Corn. She started screaming out for Corn. Sawada asked why she actually named a stone, but Kyoko explained that the stone was given by a boy named Corn. She said that the person was important to her, and gave a present to make her feel better.
Sawada apologized for calling her suddenly. Ren showed her the stone, and Kyoko was glad that the stone was undamaged. Kyoko smiled happily, shocking both Ren and Sawada. Kyoko thanked Ren. Ren asked whether Kyoko came from Kyoto. He explained that the stone was localized in Kyoto. She did not know this at all. Ren started laughing at her, and said that she was gullible. She would probably have her heart broken by some flirtatious guy (totally right), and wondered if it was for the guy she wanted revenge against. In her mind, she continued to simulate the evil Ren’s speech that the man was Shotaro and she was a naive dumbass that was cheated of her teenage life. She knew that she should not say anything since Ren is an asshole (to her), so she simply acted nonchalant and bid goodbye.
Her attempt to sneak away was obviously noted by Ren, and he said, “So I was right.” He warned Kyoko that she should never let anyone know in the media circle, and told her to reject any rumors strongly so that she could protect herself. However, that would only be useful if she could ever debut. That obviously pissed off Kyoko and she was keen to avoid Ren at all costs. Ren looked a little distracted, and he seemed to comment how people changed so much. However, he said that he was the one who changed much more. Kyoko was practicing annunciation, and she was ignored completely by Moko. Sawada then informed that LOVE me has a TV job. Kyoko rushed into the Love me changing room and surprised Moko who spitted out water. Kyoko apologized as she wanted to have a female friend to talk. It was all Dicktaro’s fault, and Moko tried to remove the depressing aura by asking what happened.
When they arrived, it turned out that it was a chicken mascot for a show. At the show, it turned out that Dicktaro was the special guest. Dicktaro was clearly more popular than the hosts. The host asked Dicktaro whether he watched television. He said he seldom did when he actually loved to watch the crappy television shows. He was clearly lying with strength. The show had a special segment where questions were placed in egg-like containers. Then, the host would choose an egg from the basket Bo held. Kyoko had an evil plan, and decided to place a few questions of her own.
When the host picked it out, it was a question about Dicktaro’s real name. “Taro” was a joke surname, but he managed to sneak out of it by saying that the only time that people would know his real name is the time when his artist name disappeared (aka he retired). His fangirls clearly wanted no part of it, and he managed to escape. However, Kyoko laughed evilly within and said that the worst was yet to come for him.
Impz’s thoughts
The first major sob-sob scene of the series is done in a rather low-key manner, so it did not carry the impact that much. I personally loved the scene where Lory questioned Kyoko about the authenticity of her parents’ approval. We all know that Kyoko is hot-headed and rush into things like a raging bull, but this is a reality check that Kyoko is still haunted by the past. This is a past that dominates her life during her formation years, and it is a rather dark scene where we see the fragility of Kyoko’s heart. I think that part of her would be developed more when she fears losing the love and respect of a certain person.
Ok, since it is rather clear, let me say this. I love this scene of Kyoko x Ren aka Corn. It’s obvious from the episode that Ren is Corn, so I feel how powerful this scene is. Ren clearly remembers Kyoko a lot, even though he seems to mock himself at being changed. It seems like Kyoko hardly recognized Ren at all, which meant that Ren probably changed himself quite a bit. That said, Kyoko is quite changed physically, so it is nothing surprising that Ren could not recognize the girl at first glance. I am just glad nonetheless the first seeds of “love” is planted between these two characters.
I so love MOKO! She is probably the best tsundere ever in shoujo history because she is such a competitive girl. I would be surprised as well since Kyoko has hardly exhibited any true talent in acting up to this stage for Moko. Moko, considering the appearance of Kyoko in LOVE ME, probably thinks that it is a loser section for people who cannot act to save their lives. The performance of Kyoko realizes that Kyoko is not someone who can be taken lightly, and the world of acting is not so rosy that you can be friends with anyone. It’s a competitive world out there.
Obviously, I left the most exciting stuff of the episode to the very last. Dicktaro appears once again and Kyoko has the perfect chance to torture the shit out of this asshole. Asking him about his name is just a total pain, and I am surprised that pea brain of a man could sneak out of it easily. I guess his professional skills at being an artist saves his wriggly ass this time, but I hope that he will choke when he gets the terrible questions from our Kyoko-sama.
It might sound really strange but I actually like the heart warming scenes/sob-sob scenes in Skip Beat rather than the vindictive scenes of Kyoko-sama. I think part of the reason is because all that evil scenes of Kyoko is generally caused by Dicktaro. She really needs to let go of that asshole and concentrate her life on Ren. Honestly, woman, for all your goddess-like behavior, you are still fixated at a jerk. That’s like telling all the people out there that women just cannot get enough of bad boys.
So, do you like the heart warming scenes or the evil scenes of Kyoko more?
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Evil Kyoko FTW. Kyoko in her evil state just takes the cake.
Heart-warming!!! Especially with Ren in it! I can’t wait for the later episodes!!!!! I expect them to be really yummy, judging from the manga. Speaking of yummy… Bo is really cute!!!!!!! He makes me think of giving up KFC. XD
I wonder if Taro’s hair is dyed. Probably, right? His parents had black hair…
Yes, this is indeed the beginning of Kyoko x Ren moments! I liked this episode but for some reason I always found the chicken suit scenes ridiculous.
I actually love both sides of Kyoko, evil and moe. Sure she is fixated in Dicktaro (nice naming sense btw ^^) but from what I’ve seen is just the seeds of vengeance working on her and not a way of saying bad boys get the girls.
Then again we don’t know what’ll happen in the manga but if she starts getting all moe with Dicktaro I’m dropping this story.
Funnest is when Kyoko switch between Normal/Evil/Fairy mode in mere seconds.
Keep it going you green haired loli.
This show seriously keeps getting better and better with each ep. I can’t even pick a particular scene from this one that I’d consider my favorite since there were so many spectacular moments. From Kyoko’s quick transformations, to Moko getting surprised and spitting out her water (and the subsequent face + aura combo), to the scene in the office where Kyoko gets suited up as Bo…and who could forget the Bo evil spirits?!
I’m more a fan of the evil Kyoko…sure she’s absolutely adorable when everything gets heartwarming, but I truly started loving her character upon her hearing she was used by Dicktaro. Plus how she shows such restraint and then finally snaps after in the hallway, absolutely WIN.
Was I the only one that paused around 7:55 to look at the damage Kyoko left on the wall? Especially at how it looks like her left hand has 6 fingers…
I had sooo much fun with this episode. It has its share of funny and emo moments which I found surprisingly balanced ^^ First, let me say this about Moko, I really admire her for being painfully honest (sometimes) and for being competitive. She complements Kyoko’s character well. I have to say i finally understood what you said a few posts back on this series that one of the reasons why kyoko is awesome is because of Moko.
I loved the revelation of who gave Kyoko the corn! I really didn’t see that coming, lol, i even thought at first it was sho, but i guess, if it were the case, kyoko would have thrown the corn when she started hating sho. But..Ren?? Omigod..
Chiken Kyoko is sooo awesome and hilarious!! Oh god, i didn’t know chicken mascots can make all those heinous expressions. Too bad sho managed to get out of kyoko’s cunning plan and even turned it to his advantage. Ugly personality aside, Sho is actually quite smart
I can’t wait to see what kyoko will do next ^^
I like fairy delusion Kyouko best~!
Ren in his amazing outfit
*rewind & ogle*
*rewind again & ogle some more*
Having read the manga now, I’m really looking forward to the next episode =)
I love all Kyoko modes and the heartwarming scenes are the best, especially when it involves a certain tall, dark-haired bishie (^_^)/
i agree they toned down the scene about Kyoko’s mother(maybe becuz it will not be pursued again in the anime) but in the manga that scene was quite powerful(for me)and explains a lot of Kyoko’s blind devotion to Shou’s false promises and why she fell for him. And the part about the Corn stone was excellently done though in the manga didn’t Kyoko show Ren the finger so later it really make sense for Kyoko to try avoiding Ren and not admitting she was Bo? xD
And Bo..!! so cute and demented at the same time i can’t wait for Bo x Ren <(^_^<)
Wow, I was so swarmed by work that I totally forgot to reply to everyone T_T Sorry.
@Stifler: HAHAHA! I do agree that evil Kyoko is really cool, though i just like the dere Kyoko much more.
@Solunar: I totally agree! I think his hair must be dyed in order to look all bishie and cool (FAKER!). Anyway, it is supposed to be extremely yummy, and Bo for all his cuteness will never make me quit KFC. I love the crispy chicken way too much to miss KFC.
@Yaku: Hmm, the chicken suit scenes are actually rather different compared to the other scenes of Kyoko. I personally like it because it shows a very different Ren. Ok, I will stop before I go into total spoilers. I will shut up now.
I don’t really like the fact that she is fixed on screwing up Dicktaro because it felt like she is merely loving him in a very different and warped way. If she doesn’t care about Dicktaro, she will not be bothered. It felt like a “please take note of me” deep within.
I know what happened in the story, so don’t drop the story
You will love it.
@Kreb: @_@ noooooooooooo!
@Chron: Yes, Skip Beat is well known in manga circles to have an extremely strong story with extremely appealing characters. Without such a good plot, it will never have such a strong following. Moko being a total tsundere is just so awesome, but I still like her going totally freaked out and trying to appease the evil spirit sprouting Kyoko.
@Getattr: WAHH, I NEED TO GO RE-WATCH THAT!
@Eipu: Hmmm, Sho is not smart but just well trained. Please don’t give that dick so much credit, hehe. Just kidding, he must be capable and smart if he wants to survive and be at the top of the singing charts. I personally hate his guts so much but I do agree that he is also very capable at what he does.
I told you why! See, Moko makes Kyoko more awesome and I cannot wait for the more happy moments for them! YES !
@Machi: Fairy delusion? You haven’t seen much at all!
@Ohpive: Good job ohpive. Join the Ren X kyoko club!
@Danie: Hmmm, ya! That is actually something i was quite concerned with because I thought that the middle finger will be more fitting for Kyoko than the thumbs down. The effect feels much better when she does that but a thumbs down is managable. Not great, but all right.
I think that they really don’t have time to touch on Kyoko’s mom. Even the manga did a long time to touch on the details of her mother. That is like chapter 100+, so I think there is no point for the manga to expand it more.
Bo x Ren @_@???
I love the RenxKyoko scenes, but my favorite scenes are when she goes into la-la-land! lol! especially when Rens cuz then he can predict what she’s thinking and gets a weard look on his face! XD