Oikawa's super long is easily one of the best moments of haikyuu. Ushijima's statement of "SEIJOH is bad and Oikawa is the only thing that makes the team good" makes you realise how much oikawa actually does for his team

"He keeps Crashing, he keeps falling, and he keeps facing obstacles. But Oikawa Always gets back up."

i have to say, i genuinely don't understand the people that hate/dislike oikawa. for me, he is a perfectly flawed character who i simply love seeing grow. he's a true inspiration.

"Instinct is something you polish, talent is something you make bloom". Oikawa understood the instinct part, but never understood the talent part. He always thought talented people were genetically different from him, and thought these people were some kind of "monsters" and he wasn't on par with them, but in reality he himself was a genius, it was just that he held his standards too high and failed to achieve them initially. He kept working on his instincts, lot harder than the others, but never made an attempt to mix his instinct with his intuition, which generally blooms into talent. However that changed during the last set of second season, he started to combine his brilliant instincts with his intuitions of Karasuno's gameplan, and when he set the super long "monster" set, he combined them perfectly and that was the moment his talent bloomed, the moment he realized the true meaning of his mentor's words. It wasn't his skills that were holding him back, it was his self-doubt that was creeping on him slowly. But at that moment, he broke free and realized he definitely is on the level of Ushiwaka and Kageyama, and one day will prove that in even more grand manner. It was just that he failed to bloom his talent early on, but was ready to put in twice more hard work for those lost years. As Kita later says in Season 4, "monsters" do the things on the scale of 1-10, and when they achieve the 10, they start doing it on scale of A-Z but they never stop. Oikawa kept doing everything at level 10 for the longest time, but lacked the mentality to think about A-Z, he never took a risk and always played safe when it came to setting, but people like Kageyama and Ushiwaka had the guts to take risks from early on. Oikawa was always a genius, even the people who he hated for having more talent knew this, but he himself never believed this, which was a good thing because it made him more proactive and never let him be complacent. His idea of genius was very lofty, and he kept working hard to reach that lofty peak, clear from the events that happened in the manga when he took a huge risk and did what his mysterious mentor asked, and was rewarded highly because of the huge risk. Thats why Iwaizumi said that Oikawa will forever be the guy who will chase volleyball for all of his life, because he doesn't know when to stop and believes in surpassing his limits time and time again.

"We're even now, don't let it go to your head" [to Kageyama] "My volleyball career is far from over. Don't you ever forget my 'worthless pride'" [to Ushijima] "When I return, I will beat everybody. Be ready." [to Hinata] *flashback over*

Little fun fact if you know the japanise National volleyball team you probably know Yuki Ishikawa, his Highschool team is actually called Seijo as well

Iwaizumi has always been the one to bring up Oikawa through his discipline. But, right when he’s seen doubting himself as an ace Oikawa is the one to pat him on the back and lift him up. This is one subtle change of Oikawa’s major growth, and the scene was only for a few seconds.

Spoiler alert: Best moment is when Oikawa makes his entry in the Olympics while Ushiwaka, Kageyama and Iwaizumi smiling at him and then there comes the Seijoh quote, "Rule the court". It was like a fallen king has gathered his own army to fight against the monsters and reclaim his title as the grand king. That panel gave absolute chills. Win or lose but still he makes himself as the final antagonist at the end.

The enemy teams are one of the best aspects of this anime. The enemy players are even better. Oikawa just puts the extreme to his character.

I never considered Haikyuu a story about one person though it’s obvious that Hinata is the main protagonist that we’re putting our shoes on, buy if there’s a character that has enough story arc to have a series of his own, it’s Oikawa. He’s an “antagonist” with a protagonist situation. Can’t wait for the manga part of this. I love Oikawa

i never heard anyone talk about it but when oikawa made that insane set from outside of the court, for me THAT was the moment his talent bloomed. an insanely fast, pinpoint precise set while being out of form and outside of the court to the other side of the court. thats nothing an ordinary person can do, especially not in that final ralley that goes insanely long. til that point kageyama was the only setter with who was skilled and talented enough to make this kind of monster set, with that speed and precision and oikawa repeatedly stated that he IS NOT capable of doing these sets, since he is not a genius. yet, he managed to do this amazing set, which kageyama (a genius) was known for. that tells me that this was the exact moment oikawas talent bloomed. but unfortunately the match was over and his story ended there. but the thought that all of oikawas dedication and passion for volleyball paid off makes me soo happy for him and is truly something beautiful. and im sure his journey will go on and he will make it to the top. truly a masterpiece of a character. amazing video.

Man i love how deep you understand the lore of haikyuu and im all for it.

Haikyuu is like a truckload of inspirational quotes and lessons and every time I watch it, I get hyped to improve and learn something new.

After the ending his "Don't you ever forget my worthless pride" is so good.

His point to Iwai is so iconic. Their relationship is so amazing

I really appreciate the fact that you say "mysterious mentor". Cause way too many people make the mistake of assuming that was his middle school coach or something. Great video.

The first time I watched Haikyuu, I rejected Oikawa right off the bat. I couldn't tell exactly why but, I did not wish to confront him (?) in a way. But, you don't just watch Haikyuu once when you love it so much. Watching it over and over again, I realized s1 Oikawa was the one I didn't like, but s2 Oikawa was beautiful, and it appeared so to me because s1 Oikawa kept reminding me of everything I hate about myself. I had given up, I had admitted defeat to people who were doing better than me and just glanced at whatever I had achieved as I kept telling myself, I would never be the best, so what even is the point? Like I am doing whatever I am doing just because. (Sounds a bit like Tsukki too tbh). But that's the beauty of s2 Oikawa - encouraging teammates, getting Kyoutani (someone most of the team repulsed), his inability to give up during the match, his belief in Iwa, damn. Oikawa very soon became one of my most favorite characters. And honestly, as much as I hate admitting 2D people having this effect on me, Oikawa is one of the 5 Haikyuu characters who really influenced me in beautiful ways. He is so beautifully created and dammit I am not giving up either. PS I believe Argentina wins against Japan at the end of the manga #isaidwhatisaid (the logic being that Oikawa developed better in Argentina since he wasn't constantly around people who reminded him that he's not the best or never will be and whatnot) (Apologies for the long comment once again hehe)

Fun little manga spoilers with a real life tie in: So in the manga oikawa moves to Argentina and eventually joins their national team and represents them at the Olympics in 2021 where he faces off against kageyama and ushijima once again. While we aren't shown the results of that match, in real life Argentina defeats team Japan at the 2021 Olympics so it might be Canon that oikawa gets his revenge.

I really can't express how proud I am of him. Oikawa is really special to me because not only am I proud of him, he also made me proud of myself. His story inspired me and quite literally changed my life. I used to believe there was no point in putting so much work in my studies because I'll never be as smart as my "genius" classmates anyways. But Oikawa and his story taught me that as long as I believe that I already lose before I even try. All the effort, all the work I put in, it's not pointless. Every step I take is one step closer to being a better version of myself. But if I stop taking those steps and give up, I'll never get there. Ironically I used to not like Oikawa because I thought he was one of those know it all geniuses. I couldn't be more wrong. He's flawed and he's human and that makes him all the more beautiful to me. He went from being a character I didn't like or understand to a character that taught me the most and also the character I love the most.

The contrast between his win and his loss against Karasuno was insane!! The first time he won the battle but gave up the war, but the second time he might have lost his battle but he will keep fighting to win the war!! Theast ball and the last line you said was a brilliant way you analyzehis character 👏👏

"None of them are doing anything wrong or evil," *Remembers Nohebi*

i like to think had seijoh won the final match against karasuno, they too would have finally beaten shiratorizawa. It wouldn’t have been off the back of amazing blocking and defense of ushijima, but off the back of oikawa’s serves and seijoh’s connected receiving (similar to nekoma)

Amazing video. Oikawa is indeed my favorite character in the series

The times where the screen goes black gives me just enough time to understand everything that you just said. The editing it amazing. Keep up the work!!

I love how you tied in the point, "But that day is not today" Before, Oikawa stated that one day, he will be defeated. Now after, even after Oikawa was defeated, he will one day get stronger. That's honestly me with my grades. I observe on how to study better and I try to work as hard, but it isn't enough. I just have to believe that I can, no, I WILL do better, but not to the point of overworking myself. It's the harder road to take, but I will gladly do it.

I would love to see your analysis of Kita! I personally see Kita as the perfect character foil of Oikawa, in regards to their ideas of talent, what truly makes one special, and how they see the world from an outsiders perspective watching the “monsters” of the world rule!

well we know how much he grew with the fact that he joined the team that he admired in his childhood... damn this just makes me want to do the best I can

Manga version?! +_+ I will wait even if it takes forever. I love Oikawa's journey a lot following after Hinata's. They are just both crazy enough to make those decisions they made!!!

To see how Oikawa's inferiority complex and envy ruined the good skill he already had, to once agaon believing in himself again, is beautiful. And id say he's let it sink in by playing with Argentina.

from the aqquired knowledge i got from this video the face that oikawa has during everything after they lost makes sense, hes not only resisting the tears, hes probably fighting his self deprecating mindset on the spot too, fighting the urge to blame it all on a lack of talent and just accepting the fact that they lost just because someone had to do so, it probably took a lot of courage to confront Kageyama and even more to find Ushijima waiting for him outside for a final confrontation

Dude, a thank you won't be enough how grateful I am for justifying my favorite character in Haikyuu! Too many character reviews and haikyuu reviews did Oikawa bad just because of his defeatist mindset. Huge like. Looking forward for more on your upcoming videos. Really enjoyed it a lot.

It’s amazing how Furudate creates the story in such a way that there aren’t any real antagonist. He shows us how each character has things to work on and push through and that it’s not just the main characters. It’s honestly refreshing cause you hardly see that in anime.

As someone who seriously relates to (and highkey kins) Oikawa, this video was beautifully done and had me on the verge of tears. Thank you for doing this character justice.

That pass is a combination of talent, hard work, obsession for volleyball and for the victory, it's just one of the best moments in Haikyuu if not the best 💙 Oikawa for me is the best setter

Wooohh.. another ride of emotions here we gooooo! I really love your videos. They just resonate to me a lot. Also, Oikawa, is one of my favorite setters and you're right about him being relatable.

Oikawa knows that there is someone who is better than him and someone who is going to surpass him , but he accepts it and acknowledges his limits . But the best part is he decides to give his all until the end and the only reason he came above all even after his team's defeat just because of his Never give up attitude . That is why I love haikyuu because of its great life lessons and such relatable characters . I hated oikawa because of his superior attitude but by after watching this video he became a role model to me . Great video buddy ! Please make it more often ✨

That intro quote was amazing. When u analyzed that final scene when oikawa slipped and crashed, bro I didn't even realize how it correlated with his life. U can only experience high quality analysis on this channel

I'm going through all your Haikyuu video's they are simply amazing! Oikawa was an amazing character, but it was his partner that stood out the most. Iwaizumi is my all time favourite character in Haikyuu. You see how he was looking out for Oikawa, but not only that understanding his thoughts. He made sure Oikawa didn't sink in middle school in his depression (can't find another word for it), but he made Oikawa believe in his teammates. He always had Oikawa's back and made sure he didn't do something stupid. The best Haikyuu scene there was, was them walking back. And seeing the absolute believe Iwaizumi had in Oikawa as a setter. He was there for Oikawa to help him stand up and keep going, but what he was in my eyes was a friend, and an amazing one at that. Iwaizumi wasn't the best ace in Haikyuu, but in my eyes the most reliable one. Looking out for everyone, being vocal about it and a strong ground where you can build on. Those flashbacks you saw of them that even though they didn't manage to realise their goal together what you saw was them smiling together. From when they were little children excitingly watching volleyball. To in middle school when they won their match together. To in highschool when they scored the point together. Than his declaration of not losing to him, showing that they both have that hunger of getting better. That fistbump and their smile together always has me in tears. You're absolutely right about Oikawa, but seeing how far het got thanks to his best friend that had his back always. Everyone wishes to have a friend like that, or be a friend like that. Hopefully he will also get a video I will be waiting and hoping for it. Ty for the amazing video's and keep at it with them!

Damn dude on point. I haven't watched the first 2 seasons in a long while, I forgot how good this shit was. Also, I genuinely appreciate the shoutout man thank you.

I never understood Oikawa's inferiority complex to Kageyama - yes, Kageyama does better pinpoint tosses, but Oikawa has better game sense, is taller, a better server, and is more of a team player. He's objectively a better all around player, but all anyone cares about are Kageyama's fast, sniper-like tosses... wtf...

Oikawa is definitely one of the best characters in the anime.One of my favorite quotes of his that completely encompasses his mindset is "talent is something you make bloom, instinct is something you polish"

YES! Finally someone saw the fact that Oikawa accepted defeat in S1 but rose back in S2... And ironically the game went the completely opposite way! Also, I relate to Oikawa way too much, having to learn music from the ground up and not be as musically intuned naturally as a lot of other people, I know what he feels... He's WAY TOO REAL.

Man this video is good I can definetly claim it even before watching it. And damn I love this series whatever the series builded up till S4 about he is talented he is a genius and all and all gets destroyed with just one fucking speech by kita shinsuke.

Thr fact that haikyuu and run with the wind is my favourite anime and here the bg used is literally from run with the wind. Sensational

The only antagonist in Haikyuu is not being able to stay on the court.

I don't think this man has ever not made me cry with one of these Haikyuu videos, the way he shows each characters past and ambitions and brings relatable life lessons into the videos just get me everytime. It is definitely a motivation boost when I most need it and helps me remember that all this hard work is going to pay off. Thank you so much for all your videos man it really does impact my life in ways you could never imagine!

To be honest, when we first met Oikawa, I disliked him (not hated, because even then there was something that drew me in). I'd always known he was gonna get some serious character development sooner or later, and the more we saw of him, the more I related to him. The change in his mindset was a huge one, and it was one I underwent myself a while back to an extent, and you encompassed perfectly here. Could you an analysis for Atsumu, too?

I personally love Oikawa, he and I are actually very similar which is why I feel like I can relate to him so much. Thank you for the video! I always love learning more about my man!

Sick video, I also love how Oikawa is a great subversion of the often used Mentor trope, and how his own personification allows for it

Been waiting for this video!!! Thank you so much for the part 1 video of Oikawa! I'm very touched as I feel for Oikawa's character. 😭❤ Oikawa is in my Top 5 Haikyuu character!!! ❤❤❤ I always love a good character development and Oikawa is one of them! 😊 There are many who watch Haikyuu and do not like Oikawa mainly due to his attitude towards Kageyama, some saying that Oikawa is being mean, having attitude issues and not being a good senior to guide Kageyama when they were in middle school. Oikawa may on the surface seem mean but some people who dislikes Oikawa don't fully understand why Oikawa is how he is or the character he has. How Oikawa speaks and acts childishly towards Kageyama, was a character he built up as a mechanism to not feel inferior to geniuses like Kageyama, after Iwaizumi smacks it into him. Oikawa has changed but he still likes to act childishly towards Kageyama because he was just being childish but he does give Kageyama good advise when Kageyama asked. Of course, it is his childish character towards Kageyama that some dislike Oikawa. They are not wrong to dislike him but I do hope people can understand why Oikawa is the way he is before disliking him. One thing I want to point out is how much of a support Iwaizumi is for Oikawa. If Iwaizumi was not there for Oikawa, Oikawa may not have turn out to how he is now. *Hinting maybe for a future videos for supporting characters like Iwaizumi* 🤭

Damn, that ending... you didn't need to make me cry lol. Great video.

Oikawa is for sure my fave within the series followed by Kenma, Tendo and Nishinoiya all for different reasons

Oikwa is a very fun character to watch, he is chaotic and a troll but with a lot more depth

An excellent analysis of my favorite character in the show (and one my favorites of all time in anime). This was so well thought out (just like all of your other videos) and executed. Your channel is going to continue to grow by leaps and bounds. I tip my hat at you.

Thank you... just THANK YOU... You can make 1000 more videos about every single frame of Haikyuu and I will enjoy every second of those videos, but this one will always be one of the best analysis essays ever. Oikawa is great, this chanal is great, you are great!!! Congrats, keep up your acceptional work)) Waiting for everything else you prepare for your audience to enjoy!

everything about this video was incredible - it's so great to finally hear someone talk about oikawa and view him in the same way i do :) thank u for this! i cant wait for the manga version

When I first watched Haikyuu I hated Oikawa sm lol, I looked at him very surface level. I rewatched it like a week ago and I love him now, and lowkey I understand him. I’m not that like hard working and passionate as him but sometimes when I try and someone who barely tries does better it hurts. So I can’t even fathom working your ass of for something and having someone who puts in half the time ace it. Now I wanna rewatch Haikyuu again and analyse everything 😭😭😭 I love this man now he’s amazing

I saw your editing at 18:35 were it all fades into white and then the hand AND the music coming in. Something like this will not be unnoticed. Great job

I disagree with Kageyama almost catching up to Oikawa in the 2nd game. While he was still growing quickly and maybe had better technical ability setting, Oikawa was far and away the most well rounded player on the court.

Well done. Thank you for the hard work. Love it

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE AMAZING VIDEO!! AHH I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL AND HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR AN OIKAWA VIDEO TYSM THIS WAS SO AWESOME 💞💞

ayy glad to see this video's finally out! absolutely love your video essays man

Been waiting for this. The Great King is one of the most relatable characters 👌

This is just beautiful my friend. I am glad I am not the only one who has re-watched Haikyuu so many times.

Excellent pace in your commentary, really loved the video as always!

Man, I love your videos. Keep it up, man!

Oikawa was my favorite player already before this. But this sheeeesh made it even better. Great video

Really been loving ur vids. Your voice is really calme and brings me peace

UR WORK IS AMAZING , OMG ,IS SO GREAT AND THIS MAKES ME CRY WATHEVER, THE MANGA VIDEO WOULD BE INCREDIBLE

Thankyou for making all these haikyuu videos, I always come back to them whenever I feel lost in my life ;')

Maaaaaannnn you’re videos are just the beeeest!!!!!! I just get so hyped for some reasons !! I love it ! Keep going !

Finally it came I was waiting for this one... I LOVE YOU MAN ❤️❤️ You are doing such a great work keep it up mate..

Fantastic. The best Oikawa analysis video I've ever seen.

man that set gave me goosebumps. nice video!

i could not turn this video off or put my phone down at all - your videos are so addicting and the way you explained everything was spectacular! The weird thing was, I was able to connect with him and relate to him more as the video went on haha. Maybe i'm an Oikawa kin lol. definitely have to watch more of your videos now! Really great stuff man!

Amazing video man I'm glad I found your channel have been binging these😄 I'm glad more Indian's(be it resident or nri) are trying out different things and pursuing their passion's😊

Absolutely love your vids! Their so well put together, edited, and are really accurate and entertaining. Looking forward to your future work, THE GREAT KING.

This video is amazing bro, thankkkks!

Hello Harsh, Im from Argentina and I want to say that the way you express and make your videos is amazing, although my first language is spanish, i really get motivated and i get goosebumps with your words. Keep doing videos, you are great.

Oikawa was my first favourite character. And I really wanted to say that he s not weak! Author is stupid! But now I realise that this guy has really very very very very good psychological analysing abilities. I m not bad at psychology but this guy made me feel that i m really dumb hehe. Thank u bro.

Always will be waiting for another haikyuu appreciation/decoding video!!

Honestly I really hated him as a person but after watching this video and getting a more in depth understanding of his character I’ve come to realized he isn’t that far off from who I currently am and that I related to him more than I originally thought

Amazing video as always! Congrats on 10k!

everytime I see you uploading an haikyuu related video i'm like "aight, gotta get some tissues", love your work man ♡

YES I've been waiting for this!

Another great video man. If I may add on top of your vid, I would consider Oikawa similar to basketball players like Nikola Jokic or Luka Doncic. These guys may not be the biggest, strongest or fastest in their size class (in relative to their "position / Role"). These guys have incredible individual skills, even better team orientated skills and leadership. Leadership and Team Skills are not shown on paper but its something that truly weigh in gold and I see Oikawa to score high mark on these two aspects. And we all know Kageyama is not a leadership material (which is fine, not everyone are cut for that) What we need to understand Toru's mindset in gradeschool (7 to 9) is that he was just a kid back than. To him a player was quantified by what people can see right away such as physical gift and individual skill. That's why he had such mindset all the way to Grade 12. Of course, by the end of Manga we'll see a very different Great King or some of us would call.... "K-pop Oppa". Oikawa does remind me of a K-Pop star. ;P

till this day, i will hope one day, for a video of you talking of ushijima ahah. love your videos, they`re very inspiring.

19:10 I sooo agree, I never really think of the set itself when I think of this scene. It's the finger and the scramble that I remember and get hyped by.

This super long set was the moment he finally let his talent bloom. It was the moment where he found victory in defeat.

Look at oikawa man,so inspirational One of the best characters of haikyuu and anime!

Frickin love your videos!

yay, I can watch this one, wish i could watch the bokuto one too. Love your videos! Damn this one's making me hella emotional, good work

😭😭😭😭 I love you... It's like listening to what ur heart is feeling

dude i never comment on anything but man i really do enjoy your vids, you never miss man, keep it up !

thank you for this, best character ong

I see no dislikes, easily why haikyu and oikawa himself is the goat.

yessssss i was waiting for it and also first

Man I was on a low point and I randomly opened this video and a few more and now because of all the pressure all the ideas I am so familiar with just broke me and now I am wailing and it's not pretty I really wish things could go great someday. I constantly say it's okay if I fail or just because of I am not where I want to be or behind everyone around me it doesn't mean anything things will be fine but I guess I can't pull things together right now. Thank you for the videos man I really needed. Also I don't know why I wrote all of this I guess I was fed up with everything.

a beautiful depiction of Oikawa Tooru you nailed it

> dubbed by many as the Greatest antagonist in sports Anime, Oikawa Toru. Midousuji Akira - Allow me to introduce myself.