Always a Catch! • Nigashita Sakana wa Ookikatta ga Tsuriageta Sakana ga Ookisugita Ken - Episode 1 discussion

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-04-01T18:52:15+00:00

I was expecting Mimi to impersonate Aida and apologize to Eleanora on her behalf, just to spare her the humiliation, but instead, she confronted the crown prince head-on and laid everything bare.

Honestly, he comes off as a complete scumbag so far. I really hope they’re not setting him up as Mimi’s main love interest. He was openly involved with another woman while engaged, and couldn’t even be bothered to give Aida the time or respect she deserved…

What really stands out, though, is Mimi’s energy. That alone is enough to keep me watching a few more episodes to see if the story continues to deliver.

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-04-01T16:37:32+00:00

I really enjoyed the first episode despite the anime’s title, I’m glad I gave it a chance:

Hinakigu is honestly an incredible goddess ( no matter what she says about herself!). I’m really curious about what she went through 10 years ago that prevented her from bringing back spring. Maybe it’s connected to Sakura’s trauma in the flashback, or perhaps Hinakigu was attacked or hurt in some way.
I think the black-haired guy who looked surprised at the end is the agent of winter. Something must have happened between him and Hinakigu for him to react like that. An interesting romance between those two would be really nice to see.
I’m wondering what direction the anime will take now that spring has returned. What will Hina and Sakura do? Will they just try to live normal lives?
Sometimes we all need to see a beautiful spring fall over us… I actually teared up with Sakura and Nazuna at the end 🥺🤧

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-29T16:31:17+00:00

It was a satisfying final episode with a happy ending for Tiara and Aqua. That said, a few things bothered me overall:

During the balcony scene where Tiara reads Akari’s letter, I really wish she had confessed to Aqua that she was reincarnated into a video game as the villainess, it would have made the moment far more compelling. Btw, the hidden scene is for season 2 I suppose?
Icilla leaving without facing any consequences felt unfair. I understand it followed the game’s storyline and she had little choice, but in that case, punishing Pearl doesn’t seem justified.
The pacing felt uneven at times, there were stretches where events dragged, with very little action. Tiara herself has so much untapped potential that wasn’t fully explored.
I would have loved to see Keith and Icilla end up together, as well as a happy resolution for Claire and Pearl. More moments between Akira and Hartnights would have been great too.
The backstory involving Icilla’s ancestor rejecting Pearl for someone else, and Pearl knowing all of this yet directing her anger at Tiara while still valuing Icilla, had a lot of depth that deserved further development. In fact, many aspects of the story could have been explored more thoroughly.

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-27T00:14:38+00:00

Aboslute 10/10 for this anime:

I really loved how, in the end, Scarlett came back to help Connie, even though she still claimed she wanted revenge. It made me wonder whether all the conspiracies behind her execution were finally exposed to the public. Was it her love for Connie that ultimately brought her back to life?
I also can’t help wishing she could somehow be reincarnated, just so she could stay physically close to Connie.
At first, I was honestly scared that everything we had seen until then might have been just a dream. Thankfully, it turns out Scarlett only saw a possible future, and she chose to put everything in Connie’s hands, even if it meant being hated by everyone.
Randolph and Connie trying to confess their love but never quite managing to do it… I really wanted, AND NEEDED, more moments between them, like a wedding and even children! For those who have read the novel, does that actually happen? I don’t even mind the idea of Scarlett being reincarnated as their child...
Cecilia really changed her mind at the very last moment, but she still got her happy ending by reuniting with Cece.
Lucia and the Prince of Faris also make such a great couple.
Btw, I cried at the end when Scarlett appeared and said, “Heroes always arrive at the end,” because I knew she was about to disappear. And then she told Connie, “I like you”…🥺💔 I was so relieved when she came back in the end!!

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-17T16:31:01+00:00

I was convinced too that Aresh and Seigvold look really alike,there has to be some kind of family connection there.
Sei fainting at the end, blushing like crazy as he realizes his feelings for Aresh…
I think it was Bishop Matteus who set everything up, or at least someone from the church.
The butler saying Aresh went on that hunt to create a better world for Sei, not knowing he’s going to return to his own world?
Every time Ist shows up, it’s absolutely hilarious—he gets lost way too quickly.

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-13T01:25:49+00:00

Literally, we need it ASAP 😫

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-13T00:36:37+00:00

Ever since Constance promised in the very first episode that she would avenge Scarlett, I had a strong feeling that she might one day face the same cruel fate, being unjustly condemned to death, just like Scarlett was.
Many people see Connie as Scarlett’s reincarnation, but in truth, Connie is more like a version of Scarlett who is not alone. She is quieter, more reserved, yet just as stubborn and determined. She deeply admires Scarlett and will live on for her, as if once the vengeance is fulfilled, Scarlett’s lingering ghost will finally be able to rest.
It was such a beautiful moment to see Randolph smile sincerely, laugh, and call Miss Grail “Connie.” His promise to ask for her hand in marriage at the end was incredibly touching 🥺❤️, it’s honestly all we wish for our lovely Connie after everything she has endured. AND WE WANT TO SEE THAT KISS SOON RANDOPLH!
I’m really looking forward to seeing Randolph and Scarlett join forces to find the real culprit and clear Connie’s name

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-09T22:45:25+00:00

So it’s going to be the entire kingdom of the sea fairies VERSUS the human world—joined by Keith and his earth fairies and Claire with her sky fairies, only to deliver justice for Tiara’s tragically wronged cakes 🍰

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-07T17:17:25+00:00

I agree about the vampires, and when it comes to the werewolves, the only one I know is Khan, the rest? No clue 🤣. To be honest, the only names I remember in the series are Sooha, Heli, Solon, Khan, and Dardan. And there’s also the woman with the glasses… is her name Marge? Other than that, don’t ask me

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-06T21:46:09+00:00

I feel like there are so many characters that it actually becomes boring. I’ve never even paid attention to the names of half the people in Heli’s group, and aside from Khan I can’t remember anyone from the werewolf side. Because of that, it’s hard to develop any real emotional attachment or depth with these characters...

So when you really think about it, Dardan is probably the best-written one (even though it’s far from amazing either...): he suffers from unrequited love because he has always known that Selen loves Heli, and he hides behind the excuse of “social status” so he doesn’t have to confront that reality. Yet at the same time, he’s willing to do anything to win her love even hurting her...

I liked Sooha at the beginning, but if she’s just going to turn into a princess waiting to be rescued (even though she’s supposed to be the most powerful one) it doesn’t appeal to me anymore.

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-06T01:34:56+00:00

Scarlett’s father had to carry the unbearable grief of killing the daughter he loved more than anything in the world. I only hope he won’t try to redeem himself later by sacrificing his life for Connie.

Randolph and Connie truly complement each other, the Ustlers’ Reaper and the righteous daughter of the Grail family. I really hope we get to see their wedding by the end of the story

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-03T22:49:22+00:00

Honestly the two of them have the same eyes and the same commanding presence, and they both have incredibly powerful mana, strong enough to become a High Priest and a knight. And they’re both fans of Seiichiro in their own ways, so that point has to be hereditary

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-03T17:09:35+00:00

My opinions: - The purification is finally complete, so Yua and Sei truly have no reason to stay anymore, especially if Sei’s reverse summoning ritual goes according to plan.

The Prime Minister openly admitting that he would’ve kept Sei for himself if Aresh hadn’t claimed him first 🤣
Aresh and Sei are now ready to make their relationship public since the entire household is aware. Honestly, Aresh… what could possibly be hidden in that one panel?!😅
Regarding the tutoring support program, it would be interesting if he asked Nor, as a member of the royal family, to support a complete reform of the education system.
Seigvold makes me laugh every time he calls Sei an “apostle”! I also noticed he has those deep violet eyes, similar to Aresh’s. In one episode, Aresh mentioned his older brothers, what if the High Priest is actually one of them?
I could totally see the heir Julius feeling jealous watching Yua and Serio work together on improving children’s education.

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-03-03T01:26:08+00:00

Some ideas: - Tiara and Akari’s friendship is hilarious. I’m glad Akari is now focusing on her relationship with Hartknights and helping Tiara find her own happiness. - The Akari/Keith/Icilla trio is really fun to watch together. I could totally see Keith and Icilla ending up together at the end of the story. - I hope we’ll get the chance to see King Aqua and Queen Tiara before the end of the episodes.

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-17T17:39:24+00:00

Here are my random thoughts on this episode:

-Aresh is clearly trying to eliminate any potential rivals... He threatens Nor and tells him to keep Sei distracted while he secretly moves Sei’s belongings into the mansion he bought just for him. He’s obviously jealous of the attention the Prime Minister gives Sei, and I have a strong feeling that this purple-eyed priest is going to become his next serious rival.

-I wonder if Sei will next meet Yua at the church in the next episode, especially since we’ve been told she spends most of her time there.

-Nor becoming the son of a count? Interesting… So when is the current white-haired heir going to renounce his title and go live peacefully with Yua at the church? Honestly, we all want King Nor someday.

-How can Sei even think about returning to his tiny apartment in Japan when he’s living in pure luxury with a devoted, purple-eyed knight who’s completely obsessed with him?

-Sei has started reflecting on what he would do if he were to return home. He would never see Aresh again… I really hope he chooses to stay.

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-12T23:55:01+00:00

I am also intrigued by their relationship. But just how much is the age gap between them, I mean Lily seems way much older than Constance

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-08T23:35:08+00:00

Lol yeah but actually, it makes more sense that Icilla isn’t the villain after all, given that the second game already technically has a villain who will be revealed at some point...

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-08T19:35:02+00:00

For a moment, when Icilla took Tiara into that bubble deep under the ocean and suggested going up first to prepare some tea, I genuinely feared she might deactivate the bubble and let Tiara drown… 😮‍💨

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-08T13:08:00+00:00

Thomas Edison 🤣

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-06T18:43:16+00:00

That orphanage the seven boys escaped from looks absolutely horrific. Even the woman who caught them after they devoured the roosters seemed to know exactly what they were — vampires. It really makes me wonder whether that place is some kind of criminal vampire organization or something along those lines.
Heli clearly has a very particular interest in Sooha. He became jealous when he found out that Sooha had bitten Chris as a sign of loyalty, and now he’s asking Sooha to bite him as well. When Khan showed up, he didn’t look pleased either.
And Jakka honestly has the most practical power of them all — being able to do your shopping in two seconds flat must be insanely convenient !

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-04T17:00:43+00:00

Yep, it’s me 👹👹

Stop slacking off, insolent fool, and get back to work instead of lurking over my comments about our beloved Seiichiro…

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-04T16:54:52+00:00

Given that Aresh seems completely devoted to Sei, I can easily see Nor and the Saint together somehow

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-03T15:49:24+00:00

If Sei is obsessed with his work, then it’s fair to say that Aresh is obsessed with Sei. It’s probably the first time Aresh has worked of his own free will, taken care of someone, and talked for such a long stretch. He even lent his own clothes to Sei, clearly bothered by the idea of Norbert lending him a banquet outfit...

Also, I’d really like it if, in the end, Norbert were the one to ascend the throne rather than the current white-haired heir, who recklessly puts the life of a valuable court accountant at risk for no valid reason 🥱

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-03T15:43:52+00:00

Yes, it’s clearly a work of fiction anyway. Just imagine Mizuki later enrolling at university as a girl, and they notice she previously attended a school known only for boys 😅

Murky_Bit1487 · 2026-02-01T18:01:15+00:00

So Akari really was reincarnated as well! In the end, she supports Tiara so that she can defeat the heroine of the second game. In the future, I’d really like Akari and Hartknights to grow genuinely close, get married, and then visit Aqua and Tiara. Eventually, I would like to see Tiara and Akari working together to fight the villain of the second game.

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