Now this is getting more like it! It turns out that we’re dealing with a 4-or-even-more-episode-arc. This one also turned up the pacing and intensity quite a bit. The question now remains: is the final episode going to do the same?
I think one of my biggest problems with the previous episode was the predictability. During the first two arcs, you had no idea who was behind it, but with this one, it’s clear that the culprit is Ubusuna-sensei, seeing as she’s almost like the epitome of a red herring here. Luckily, this episode decided to focus more on Naru-chan and Mai than on her and Kasai. The only thing new about the two of them was the confirmation that all of the ones who opposed her in the beginning got into some kind of accident. Oh, and Ubusuna-sensei knows a lot about psychics, only confirming my theory about her being the culprit.
Naru-chan is just a psychic, not a diviner. That’s Lin’s job. He’s really trying to look as cool as possible, without appearing too full of himself. I’m still not sure whether he has an eye on Mai or not. He does show up around her a lot when he’s not supposed to, though. 😛 For example, when Mai’s near the well (great scene, by the way). I’m also wondering whether something’s wrong with him or not, seeing as he’s going to keep up with his appearance until he collapses. That’s what this episode showed. ;)]]>
Ghost Hunt – 09
Yeah, it kinda sucks that the culprit is so obvious(would be great if it isn’t her though!) but other than that I’m enjoying Ghost Hunt as much as ever. I’m also secretly rooting for Mai that she’ll end up with Naru at some point, but considering the storyline for the show I kinda doubt anything serious will happen. :~(
According to AniDB this is a 4 episode arc, so hopefully~~ we’ll see the last episode sometime soon! Not that I want them to stop subbing after that of course.. 😉
I really like this show, mainly because of Mai and her relationship to Naru, but the mystery is pretty interesting, too. I found the culprit of the first arc to be very obvious, but it was okay because it helped to concentrate more on the introduction of the characters. This time Ubusuna really seems to be the culprit, but I still hope for some surprise.
I never used to like coins, but now I do! And I think the reason why “Ghost Hunt” isn’t as popular as it could be is not down to the fact it is being obvious: some shows are not intended for audiences who know better!
I agree with you that the culprits are really obvious, but it is a great show! I loved the well scene, and I love to see Mai and Naru’s relationship developed. Watching this show in Japanese taught me a lot of the language as well!