Calibarn is a neat design. I still have mixed feelings about this show, I love the mobile suits and the character designs but the world-building has been lacking. They’ve barely explained what Permet is even though it’s central to the plot. Why would flying a suit without permet be like driving a car blind? Nobody elaborates, and for some reason Chuchu is totally fine with it which completely undercuts its importance. Is she going to be just fine when her demi barding deplots with that antique cockpit?

Seeing depressed Miorine without any uniforms, it just hits you she is just a kid. A kusogaki who is just slightly more well-informed than everyone else.

Man, I love the sound engineering in this show. The noise Aerial made when she recognized Suletta made me feel things.

And speaking of making me feel things, Suletta and Miorine finally reunite! I was kinda hoping for a kiss, but what we got was still really sweet and felt more in line with where the characters are at right now.

Also: Goddammit, Lauda, you stupid bastard… I feel like that plot thread exists mainly to give Guel a reason to fight during the finale.

Things are definitely feeling a bit rushed close to the end, but there’s still plenty to love. I’m hoping the show sticks the landing.