Halfadeckshort on September 7, 2010 · in Highschool of the Dead

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Thirty Second Spot Version:
Separated from the main group, Takashi and Saeko make their way toward Saya’s house. Along the way, Saeko gets wet a couple times, and the two end up spending the night at a shrine where they discuss Saeko’s dark past. Letting Saeko know that she’s hot no matter what she’s into, Takashi gives Saeko the courage to move forward and obliterate the zombies that have gathered around the shrine during the night. The two complete their journey and are greeted at the gate by a relieved Alice.

Reaction:

Like most of the episodes in the series, this one was a bit light on plot advancement, but at least it made up for it with several helpings of Saeko fanservice and some actual character development. In the past I’d always assumed that Saeko’s cautious approach to battle had been a product of her kendo training, but after she revealed some of her history and her sadistic side (which we’ve been seeing small flashes of all along) it seems that a desire to keep her dark feelings hidden is also part of the reason that she has been staying her hand. Once freed from the restraints of her conscience (and Takashi’s iron boob grip), however, she proved that overt sadism boosts her efficiency by 110% as she made short work of the zombies that had surrounded the shrine. I wonder if Takashi’s “taking responsibility” is going to have some unintended consequences though, as he’s probably going to have to help her work off her frustrations when there are no zombies around to pummel. A few rounds with a ball gag and a little caning action are probably going to be enough to make him think twice before he speaks next time….

Speaking of speaking, Takashi really has to put more effort into his “teamwork.” Though the fountain trick was a decent idea, it wasn’t like he would have alerted the zombies if he’d actually let Saeko in on the plan before he got her wet for the second time. Or even the first time, when he drove into the river. Hypothermia is a real danger here, and with Saeko basically doing all of the heavy lifting as far as survival goes, Takashi can’t afford to have her come down with a cold. Sure, a good dousing is great for lulz, but he can’t keep deciding to take risks without consulting the other members of the group who may be affected. At least he made good on his claims to know the area and got himself and Saeko back to Saya’s house, but even that didn’t amount to much seeing as how her place is the biggest landmark in the area.

And even though his attraction for Saeko is obvious, he’s got an awful lot of work to do before he’s anywhere near close to being in her league. Whether or not their candlelit lean-in was anything more than a “comforting shoulder” remains to be seen, but by Saya’s expression she’s none too happy that her boy stayed out all night “sword fighting” with Saeko. Next time it looks like we’re in for a little family drama, and Takashi will probably be in for a bit of brow-beating from Rei and Saya. Will they wring the truth from him about his night on the town? Or is the threat of one of Saeko’s spankings enough to make him hold his tongue? I can’t wait to find out. Until then.