Nisemonogatari

[Kou]

  Spoiler: episode 4 

This is probably the most obvious thing to say about this episode, but the thing that stuck out to me the most was the clarification of what exactly Tsubasa said to the seemingly-prideful Hitagi that got her so freaked out at the end of the last episode. And of course, it's very simple: she basically threatened to take Koyomi away from her. And that's pretty much all she needed to say. I'm not sure if that says more about Tsubasa, about Hitagi, or about the sort of awkward understanding they have between the two of them revolving around Koyomi. But all in all, Tsubasa's very "mob boss" in this episode, and it reminds us all the more that, for all her talk, Hitagi's still just a girl in love. It's like how last episode they clarified (jokingly?) who the real "last boss" is -- nothing's as it seems.

I like how every room in Koyomi's house is like its own sort of theatre stage, complete with lighting, props, and careful staging of the "actors". All SHAFT works are very theatrical, but this episode was particularly high on that scale.

[DiabolicalGenius]

  Spoiler: Episode 4 

I loved this episode. Best of the series so far.
I didn't even recognise Tsubasa at first, and got a bit of a jolt when I realised who it was. I guess it's part of the dramatic haircut trope, and it actually does suit her. I know a lot of people were attached to her original look, but I'm a big fan of short haired girls, so I'm quite happy with it. And she even got contacts. So the change in look from decidedly bookish and conservative to cute maybe shows she's trying to appeal to Koyomi a bit more, even if it's not directly?

Well that was nothing really. Nothing compared to Shinobu's appearance. Not only did she make a surprise entrance, but she then she started talking. Shinobu. Talking. A lot! I was knocked for six, as someone who hadn't read the books. Gave us quite a few hints for their backstory. I'm really looking forward to seeing that in the Kizumonogatari movie.
And they were in the bath too. Nooooo I don't wanna be a lolicon! But she was soooo cute..... T_T
And when Tsukihi walked in, closed the door and then came back with a kitchen knife in her hand I thought I'd die laughing.

Damn I've missed this anime.

[Regalia]

  Spoiler: Episode 4 

Iwhen Tsukihi walked in, closed the door and then came back with a kitchen knife in her hand I thought I'd die laughing.

Yeah, that part was just a real killer. XD

It's also refreshing to see that the target of violence is the other girl and not Koyomi.

[H4T5UK1]

OK, episode 5 was good and getting deep into the story, but the last part left me lol so hard... The only thing I can imagine is what's Karen reaction would be... And damn, Karen with her hair loose is just cute and sexy! her side pony tail was cute enough but with her hair loose change her completely (for me, at least)

[Regalia]

The conversation between Koyomi and Tsukihi was rather intriguing. I'm also finally getting used to Hanekawa's new hairstyle. lol. That was a wonderful and tempting ticket, but it's not really worth it if the person in question will hate the user for eternity. XD

As for the last scene, Karen will most likely resist, but she'll probably settle down and allow it after hearing the reason behind such action. Then again, it's just a speculation. C:

[Kou]

  Spoiler: episode 5 

As I thought, Kaiki didn't intend to kill Karen. He just wants to teach her a lesson, just as she has taught him one. He's a despicable con man but he's no child killer; although I suppose that if somebody paid him a suitable sum of money, he'd be willing to consider killing. Hard to say for sure. The line between conning and killing is not thin, even a dick like Kaiki may be unwilling to cross it.

Anyway, I like Kaiki. It's refreshing to see an antagonist who cares about money (a motivation easy to understand for everybody) rather than ruling/destroying the world or doing evil stuff for the sake of it. He doesn't use evil means because he likes it, but because that's the fastest and most efficient way to get what he wants. If he could earn as much by taking care of puppies, he'd do probably do it. Unfortunately, the world doesn't work that way.

Tsukihi and Karen were platinum awesome in this episode. About damn time Karen got more than two minutes of screentime in one episode. I expect the effect of the Bee's sting will kick in next week and that she'll majorly freak out. I just hope it happens after the kiss and not right before. Speaking of which, Shinobu is trolling Araragi, isn't she? Well, even if she isn't, I doubt that method will produce the intended result.

PS: I want a free Hanekawa ticket, please.

[Regalia]

  Spoiler: episode 5 

As I thought, Kaiki didn't intend to kill Karen. He just wants to teach her a lesson, just as she has taught him one. He's a despicable con man but he's no child killer; although I suppose that if somebody paid him a suitable sum of money, he'd be willing to consider killing. Hard to say for sure. The line between conning and killing is not thin, even a dick like Kaiki may be unwilling to cross it.

Anyway, I like Kaiki. It's refreshing to see an antagonist who cares about money (a motivation easy to understand for everybody) rather than ruling/destroying the world or doing evil stuff for the sake of it. He doesn't use evil means because he likes it, but because that's the fastest and most efficient way to get what he wants. If he could earn as much by taking care of puppies, he'd do probably do it. Unfortunately, the world doesn't work that way.

Tsukihi and Karen were platinum awesome in this episode. About damn time Karen got more than two minutes of screentime in one episode. I expect the effect of the Bee's sting will kick in next week and that she'll majorly freak out. I just hope it happens after the kiss and not right before. Speaking of which, Shinobu is trolling Araragi, isn't she? Well, even if she isn't, I doubt that method will produce the intended result.

PS: I want a free Hanekawa ticket, please.

But, if the curse is successfully transferred, doesn't that mean Araragi will take the full course instead of Karen? Unless Shinobu was indeed trolling around and it was just a lie.

lol. So you're fine if Hanekawa hates you as long as you can grope her? XD

[Kou]

I guess he will be ok with the curse since he is a vampire.

May be she deeply wants it. /tsundere looooool

[Regalia]

lmao. A tsundere brocon is always welcome in my book. XD

As for the curse, if it is transferred to him, Koyomi will still probably feel the effects, but not as severe as it supposed to be. I won't be surprised if he recovers quickly from it too since Shinobu mentioned in the previous episode that Koyomi still has his ability to regenerate quickly. :3

[DiabolicalGenius]

I'm wondering whether Koyomi will be able to handle it well myself, even if transferring the illness is possible. He can regenerate against mundane illness and damage sure, but this is based on a supernatural malady. And more importantly, it not so much the genuine article, but some kind of fake made real by convincing the victim that it's real. The more vividly the person imagines and believes it, the more effective it is. So arguably, this may be something that residual vamp abilities might be useless against. Food for thought, no?

  Spoiler: Episode 5 

But that's also the reason why the kiss might work. Since it's not about whether the myth is true, but whether they believe it's true and people often hold in superstitions subconsciously even if they doubt it on the surface, it's likely that Karen will think that if she kisses someone she'll pass on her illness. And that's the whole point behind it.

All that aside, I'm just waiting to see how it turns out. I want to know whether it'll be a case of Koyomi forcing the freaking out little sister to kiss him, or if she'll pull a tsundere and suddenly stop resisting and do as she's told.
Most likely though, they'll just be interrupted at the critical moment by Tsukuhi, since that's what always happens in these situations in anime/manga land.