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In Y2V9.5, it was implied that Arisu had idea of what Koji's goal in Y3 onwards. She mentioned about a fact & she couldn’t anticipate it (she's expelled) . Is the fact already being revealed? I thought I was missing something here. Also, that fact will be the first step in changing Koji the way he never thought possible. ​

She couldn’t help but want to tell him, but that was still a secret. It was precisely because she didn’t know, because she couldn’t anticipate it, that there was fun to be found in what lay ahead

“I promise that this fact will be the first step in changing you, in a way you never thought possible.” - Arisu

Inextricably

When someone’s life is inextricably intertwined with another, it means their destinies, emotions, and daily realities are so deeply connected that they cannot be separated without causing major disruption or distress. It describes a profound level of dependency, shared history, and mutual influence.

This is just a simpler interpretation of it. Then, if I recall the word that also being used was "intertwined"

It was implied how strong the connection it is & how inseparable it will be.

Further explanation (from my friend, she just searched it):

Inextricably is an incredibly strong, deliberate word choice. When an author uses it to describe a future bond, they are not just saying the characters will become close. They are forecasting an unavoidable, permanent shift in their destinies

Here is exactly what an author means by using that word:

1. Inevitability and Fate: The characters have no choice in the matter. No matter what they do, how much they fight it, or where they run, their paths will collide and merge. Their connection is driven by fate, plot design, or overwhelming circumstance

2. Destruction if Separated: The literal definition of "inextricable" is something that cannot be untied or disentangled. By using it, the author implies that trying to split these two characters apart later in the story would completely break or destroy them. One cannot exist normally without the other.

3. Total Interdependence: Their futures are locked together. A choice made by Character A will instantly and permanently alter the life of Character B. They can no longer have independent storyline, their successes, failures, tragedies and victories are now shared.

4. High Literary Stakes: Authors use this heavy phrasing to signal to the reader that this relationship is the central anchor of the book. It sets up high emotional stakes, warning you that whatever happens to these two will shape the entire climax of the story.

Inextricably

When someone’s life is inextricably intertwined with another, it means their destinies, emotions, and daily realities are so deeply connected that they cannot be separated without causing major disruption or distress. It describes a profound level of dependency, shared history, and mutual influence.

This is just a simpler interpretation of it. Then, if I recall the word that also being used was "intertwined"

It implied how strong the connection it is & how inseparable it will be.

It's just general questions. I would like to know your opinions/informations regarding these. Thank you!

1. The clue that Nanase mentioned in V4 could be related something or someone. What's your opinion about it?

2. When Ayanokoji will realize about Ishigami & Horikita's conversation in V2? Could be kiyo is not going to know about it but soon, he will get the idea of it, right? Especially horikita is trying to find out about Kiyo's origin.

3. I know the COTE eng translation is different compared to raw Japanese translation. What is the Japanese fans' opinion/view of Kiyozune's conversation in V4? (i really want to know)

I can't fully remember but does any of you remember how both of them talked to each other after strained relationship in Y1 & Y2? If I recall, horikita was the one that approached him first in Y1/Y2 too. As time goes by, it became a full banter between them.

The parallel in Y1/Y2 was how they gotten closer in Y2 compared to Y1. There were similarities & parallel in it. Anyone remember?

Edit: Pls don't mind my grammar.

I saw a discussion about it & one of comment stated that Xikers lack of "it factor" or they doesn't have that star power.

What do you think of this? There's a lot of factors why they lack of popularity, mainly because of KQ's promotion. But what do you think of the statement about them lacking of IT factor or star power? I want to know your opinion on this matter.

I just finished the anime. Peak af even though, I was having a hard time to understand military/mecha jargon. I'm not an english speaker too. If I start reading the light novel, do you think it will be easy for me to understand it? I can search through dictionary/Google if I don't understand certain words but what I'm worried about is military/mecha jargon. (idk if you get what I'm trying to say here).

I hope you guys can enlighten me about this. Thank you for your help!

Horikita asked Koji why he lose but he deliberately avoid that question.

I don't think horikita will play with his "weakness" like Ryuen or Ichinose, playing with emotions etc.

Is this his short term planning? I genuinely asking because I really don't see any reason for koji to hide it. ​

Not trying to diminish other leaders, but it's painfully obvious how fixated honami & Ryuen towards Koji.

Honami wanting to gain Koji's love, affection.

Ryuen wanting to defeat kiyo, playing around with his "weakness" (it's not wrong for trying to defeat Koji)

I feel like both of them (Honami, Ryuen) missing out important things because being so fixated on Koji. Both of them are so capable, so I can't wait for their future actions.

But horikita, I'm seriously glad how she able to stay focus on her goal. Trying her best to understand Koji's action in V4. Wasn't it amazing? Yes, it's simple yet amazing.

Again, this is based on my observation. So, please don't take this negatively. Both leaders (Ryuen, Honami are indeed capable) but they can do much better without being fixated on Koji especially Honami.

Since Shinohara expelled, I think Suzune will need to deal with someone like Ike in the next volume. I know it's too early to talk about next volume.

I dislike that horikita will be the one who needs to handle Ike's frustration as a class leader. He genuinely useless & will definitely makes more trouble in future volumes.

Also, Koji highkey targeting Ike as well, tbh. If not this volume, Ike should be expelled in the next volume.

P/S: based on spoilers, only Shinohara were expelled. Im not sure about anyone else. Do inform me if im wrong ​

Ichinose saw both of (Kiyohiyori).

Since there's no full context....ain't no way Koji didn't realize ichinose, right? How come? Is this purposely done?

Is this part of Koji’s bigger plan?

Purposely lose for the sake of hiyori? Making her an easy target? Not only Ichinose, his own class too. Making Ryuen think that he found Koji's real weakness..? Why i feel like Koji is putting small things everything until everything finally connected?

I'm questioning everything here...The way everything is spiralling around, it seems like the hints will be connected soon? Hints has been thrown everywhere.

Yeah, i know I should wait for whole volume but let me rant a little bit.

First of all, let's talk about Ichinose. I'm dissapointed with her new progress. I always thought she is sketchy when she said she didn't care whether Koji will reciprocate her feelings or not but here we are in V4 (spoilers). Ichinose is ready to target hiyori.

Another thing, I'm amazed with how intentionally easy it was to assume a 'weakness'. Ryuen seemed to believe that hiyori is Koji’s weakness. Like bfr, it definitely won't be that easy.

The fact that Koji abandoned his new class for the sake of this 'new experiment' is actually quite laughable. How come it was easy for him to reveal hiyori as weakness? Revealed it in front of ichinose too, then ichinose going to target hiyori for the sake of 'love'. I felt this was intentional (aligned with his OAA Y3 monologue: wanting to manipulate people based on their emotions)

Another laughable thing here was how Koji confessed his feeling for Hiyori while still assuming whether it's love or not (and..he didn't love her) Worse, he is ready to dive deep into this new experiment. Hiyori, girl you should run. Another textbook of love smh (EDIT: SORRY GUYS, HE DIDN'T CONFESS TO HIYORI, IT WAS HIYORI THAT CONFESSING TO HIM)

Though, maybe the reason why Koji abandoned his class because he became immersed with this newfound feeling, i still feel like this is just a setup for him to manipulate things further.

The only good thing from spoilers is that horikita is winning. My girl, im proud of you. And Ibuki is not expelled. Good. I just need more of WR's progression & horikita being happy

I can't recall, but I do remember she was mentioned as someone with strong physical skill? Do you think she'll interfere year 3 students in V4?​

Please, let someone useful like Sudo or any useful person from other classes.

Dont give her someone useless. Please please