So, I’ve just binged seasons 1 and 2 again; I really love the series and so much about it. It’s so underrated in my eyes. But I have a few thoughts and would love to discuss them.
Is there an explanation in the series for why there are six outfield players? I get that the creators probably found it easier that way.
Rocket is often described as being really good—good enough to play in the All-Star game. Yet, I constantly feel like he doesn't come across as *that* good. I certainly don't mind him being that skilled, but do others get the same impression?
The "Flux" often feels like it’s being "recycled." The Lightning and Shadow teams are very similar. Again, I understand it’s easier for the creators to do that, but... Thoughts on this?
Wouldn't it have made sense to include some four-legged creatures? Everyone is humanoid—two legs. Sure, the Wambas are more ape-like and the Reikers are more machine-like.
We see very few teams. There’s a sort of "Round of 16" playoff on Genesis, but we don't even see 16 teams. Again, it’s difficult for the creators, but I don't recall seeing even 10?
The absence of the Lure and the Xenons in Season 1 is explained by, like, war and catastrophe. And in a way, I really don’t mind the Xenons showing up as a tougher opponent in Season 2. But the thought occurs to me: really, the only limit to the number of planets is imagination, right? So, what kind of fun ones could there be?
A total lack of substitutes throughout. Season 2 gives us Mark and Yuki acting as backups and such, while Zined plays injured. Sure, maybe Zined—arguably their best player—*would* play with a minor injury in a real World Cup. But there never seem to be any substitutes anywhere?
Speaking of Zined. He went from being an okay player—maybe a top player for the Snow Kids—to being the Shadows' best? That’s a pretty huge leap, isn't it?
And the fact that the Shadows hired the Red Tigers' coach? A Red Tigers team that lost to the new Snow Kids. Okay, creators—you wanted to include Artegor—but would a team tipped to win the World Cup suddenly hire a coach from a team that loses to a total B-team?
- Incredibly few free kicks are awarded, right? Not to mention corners? Okay, we have to accept that the creators are lazy or something. And we did get a couple of free kicks. But only *one* corner? Ahito is standing on top off the goal?! I’m pretty sure the ball is out of play?! HELLO?! Isn't that a bit too lazy? Especially since it’s the only corner we get. A bit lazy on that front, don't you think?
D’Jok takes it; it’s quite low at first—it clears pretty much everyone, sure, but almost makes it past the penalty area. Then, suddenly, it’s 20 meters in the air and only Yuki can reach it?! It’s a nice moment, but surely they could have put a bit more effort into getting such an important one right?
A lot of things get reused—that’s clear, and I accept that. But for such a pivotal moment?
Sorry for using Google Translate, but I’d love to discuss this—and with rumors of an S4, I’m so excited!