NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 12 The Room, the Billiards, the Darts, and Me
- TV-14
- December 21, 2016
- 24 min
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(14)
In season 1 episode 12 of NANBAKA (Original Japanese Version), titled "The Room, the Billiards, the Darts, and Me," the inmates of Nanba Prison #13 are in for some competitive fun. The episode focuses on Jyugo, Uno, and Nico, who stumble upon a forgotten room that is filled with games such as billiards, darts, and table tennis. The trio decides to challenge each other to a friendly game of billiards.
As the game progresses, there are some hilarious moments, like when Part-Time fails miserably at playing table tennis, and Nico accidentally swallows a billiards ball. Meanwhile, Hajime is trying to figure out how to deal with the situation of the escaped prisoners and Jyugo's unusual powers, which he suspects may be linked to his prison number.
The game of billiards quickly turns into a high-stakes competition, with each player putting their own rules into place. This leads to an intense and unpredictable game, with the players using their individual skills and strategies to win. As the game progresses, the inmates watching from the sidelines become increasingly invested in who will come out on top.
The episode's title comes from the fact that each player represents different elements of the title. Jyugo is "the room," as he is the one who discovered it. Uno is "the billiards," as he is the one who suggests they play it. Nico is "the darts," as he surprises the others with his sudden dart-throwing talent. And finally, Rock is "the me," as he interjects every so often with his unique sense of humor.
The episode also explores the characters' backstories, specifically that of Nico, who reveals that he was driven to a life of crime due to poverty and a lack of opportunities. This leads to some introspective moments for the characters, as they reflect on the paths that led them to prison.
Overall, "The Room, the Billiards, the Darts, and Me" is a fun and lighthearted episode that showcases the characters' personalities and abilities in a new, unexpected way. With its humor, intensity, and surprising twists, it's a great addition to the show's first season.