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By the second or third fight, it is already apparent what the formula Morikawa George is using consists of. Ippo's next enemy is stronger than his last, and he must somehow adapt to this, typically by learning some new technique. And when the fight itself comes, it all boils down to Ippo winning through his sheer tenacity - no matter what his
opponents throw at him, he just doesn't give up, and you just know the spectators will feel the need to comment on his never ending stamina between every single round. In all truth, while simple, this is both tiring and unsatisfying, especially since Ippo's opponents are almost always significantly more interesting and endearing than Ippo himself.
The narrative wants me to root for the hard working underdog Ippo, but it usually turns out that I want his opponent to win. This is because Ippo's enemies are fleshed out enough for the viewer to understand how they've trained for this day and what is at stake for them. These are typically much more convincing arguments for their victory than Ippo's, who is new to the boxing world and is on the losing side of the fight until it eventually comes down to, once again, Ippo simply lasting longer than his opponent despite an overwhelming disadvantage. In particular, I found myself rooting for the Russian boxer Alexander Volg Zangief. The emotional weight of his fights and career was more powerful than anything Ippo ever managed to achieve.
Ippo's romantic life is also given some focus, but it seems more like an afterthought. His romantic interest,
Kumi Mashiba, is your typical ideal domestic housewife and devoted fan.
” As the most visited jazz lounge in the solar system from all walks of life — celebrities, gangsters and corrupt cops — it makes sense to lay down some ground rules for this
underground speakeasy. Fans of the anime will note the
upgrade here from Anastasia’s Convenience Store, but, nevertheless, like the anime, it offers the troubled Spike a sort of respite and a place to learn about the Syndicate’s latest diabolical plans. The Cathedral Behold the old Syndicate stomping grounds for worship and unholy ass whoopings. This cathedral was made famous in the anime’s episode “Ballad of Fallen Angels” and re-created in the live-action episode “Supernova Symphony. ” It’s a shadowy place with loads of elegant stained glass ripe for breaking. You know, it would be a shame if two characters with a giant rivalry had to meet here for an epic showdown.
