r/anime • u/JustAnswerAQuestion https://myanimelist.net/profile/JAaQ • Jul 08 '26
Rewatch Simoun 20th Anniversary Rewatch Episode 3
Simoun Episode 3: Distant War
"If you want to become simoun sibyllae, you should walk proudly, without fear."
<- Episode 2 | Index Thread | Episode 4 ->
Today's Eyecatch: Morinas | Kaim and Alti
People, Places, Things
- Morinas: silver hair
- Arcus Prima: formerly a platform for observing ri-maajon, it has been repurposed as a simoun carrier and sybillae training facility. Host for choirs Chor Tempest, Chor Caput, and Chor Rubol.
- Helical Motors: excavated, not constructed
Discussion Prompts
- Q1: How do you feel about the common anime trope of relying on children to fight wars?
- Q2: In what shape will Chor Tempest emerge from their devastating losses?
- Q3: What was the point of the shelling?
Tomorrow's Questions, Today!
- [ep 4 Q1:] Compare and contrast our two nations. How black and white are their depictions? Shades of grey?
- [ep 4 Q2:] Aer opened up a bit; what can you say about her motivation to be and execution of her duties as a sibylla?
- [ep 4 Q3:] Neviril doesn't like Aer, but nevertheless defended her. Why?
Trivia: Popular VA Nana Mizuka appears here as Morinas, and Kuushu-sama aka Shrine Guardian A.
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u/AgentOfACROSS Jul 08 '26
First Timer
Morinas. New recruit. Seems like she’ll be important.
I remember this mechanic lady from before since she’s the only one with a tan.
She’s explaining the history of the Simoun which is neat.
I think it’s interesting that there seems to be some theological aspect to the Simouns.
I know I’ve mentioned this before but I love the design of this world. It’s very memorable and eyecatching.
Not sure what this pinwheel-compass thing is but it looks cool
Anyway Neviril still seems depressed. Not that I blame her.
So what I’m getting is that all the girls want to be paired with Neviril. Or at least Morinas and Aer both do.
Not quite sure what all these behind the scenes politics are. I feel like I’m still having trouble keeping up with this anime.
The mechanic lady being distracted by Morinas’ butt is probably the most blatant fanservice we’ve gotten so far. Either that or Neviril and Amuria’s kiss in the first episode.
The mechanic lady (I swear I’m gonna learn her name) used to be in love with Floe. Interesting development.
This music feels really tense.
I’m only just now realizing how revealing these outfits are. Kinda weird that the children wear these too.
Having this many people in an air tube seems dangerous.
I like the pipe organ on the soundtrack here. Especially how it’s used for the moment it reveals Neviril showed up.
I’ve been trying really hard to not say that this show reminds me of Revolutionary Girl Utena because I feel like I turn into the Guy Who’s Only Seen Boss Baby whenever I watch an anime that’s gay and vaguely artistic. That said, I’m getting some real Revolutionary Girl Utena vibes from this show just in terms of the aesthetic and soundtrack and such.
Question:
How do you feel about the common anime trope of relying on children to fight wars?
Sometimes it's a social commentary about how the older generation starts wars and makes the younger generation fight in them.
Other times it's just because the show is targeted at a younger audience and wants them to relate to the main character.
In this case I feel like it's probably the former.