Bleach: Episode 35

I intentionally delayed viewing the thirty-fifth installment of Bleach due to the growing tension caused by a very gruesome incident shown in the previous episode. To be honest, I am trying to avoid watching the climactic result between Hinamori, Hitsugaya, and Kira. I am extremely uncomfortable viewing anything resembling turmoil between friends. It’s a quirk. And I’m not talking about the scene from this ep. Those who have read the manga will probably understand what I’m referring to. And to those who haven’t just wait and see. ^^

The animation in Bleach differs from time to time, from superb to downright annoying. And to top it off, these variations can appear in a single episode. Whee. Headaches galore. *shrug* This chapter exemplifies a typical instance of the said trait. It is as if the studio asks animators to exert effort only on episode highlights. But on the positive side, the production team is very good in selecting an array of effects appropriate for significant scenes.

On a random tangent, let me talk about Sado for a bit. I have observed him objectively for quite some time now. Forgive me for saying this but, I think this dude is hopelessly in-love with Ichigo, although both of them have not realized it yet. How else can you explain the strong attachment that Sado feels for Ichigo? ;p

Just for the record, I’m not serious with the above paragraph, although a couple of the points may have some merits. And no, please don’t send me any IchigoxSado doujinshi. I don’t think I’ll be able to take it. Man, this is what happens when one is deprived of sleep.