Post "IDCC ch.52 part 1 - Freefall" by "Aina Palm"

Bubble P

Like please, these two sending mixed signals to each other is killing me: Souta saying he wants to kiss a girl someday and Nao offering to help out 🕴

Bubble P

Exactly! ❤️‍🩹

Bubble P

Why the hate on Arashi? I don't understand, we can read their thoughts but the characters are clueless, unless you have a crush/ really care about someone in specific you don't notice the little things, but, obvs there are some people that are a bit opportunistic, just like Arashi, she sees Nao and Souta are close so she behaves this way bc of her crush, and last note: they are adolescents, obvs they are a mess of emotions, feelings and thoughts, thanks for coming to my TED talk. 🗣

Bubble P

Agree

Caleb

I agree that Arashi isn't picking up on Souta's mood! She is a girl with a crush and probably doesn't mean any real harm. Looking through the comic, though, it seems that Arashi is only ever really friendly to Souta when she needs his help? From what I've noticed, she usually disregards him completely (Which I think is a little wack, considering she knows that he's one of Nao's closest friends). Obviously, she's not evil or a witch and it's okay to sympathize with her feelings. Though I, personally, am not a fan of her just because of how she seems to treat Nao's friends. (I also think it's a bit ironic that she seemed so upset over Inoue inviting the rest of the group into the planned hangout, when she also barged into a hangout with Souta and Nao). I'd love to hear more of your thoughts over the topic of Arashi! (Especially now that more parts have come out.) (Sorry I also forgot to mention that Arashi isn't REALLY the first friend Nao made on his own.. Souta was? Arashi may have been Nao's first friend after seemingly finding himself, but Souta was the one that got him there)

I’m not here

Woah What is she planning???

lulu

Not to mention she’s an exact parallel to Souta. Only mega difference is she’s a girl

Tina Gomez

I think you're misreading some people's comments. I'm sure, like some of mine, some people don't actually want any harm done to Arashi. If I comment anything that sounds violent, it's all just playful, I don't actually want any harm towards the characters. But I'm sure some people are commenting mean things and mean it. Just don't read too much into it. I think we're all here for the drama!😉 In the end we just want Souta and Nao to confess and be together and I think some people are just showing their thin patience lol. I personally love the drama and love this is dragged out and theyre not together immediately, it would be too fast. I love their interactions🥰

Tina Gomez

Yeah I'll help you carry this fist yo your face... sorry😑 Also, I noticed when Aina first shows the crowd panned out, Arashi is standing facing away from everyone and only facing Nao🧐🤨

Kappathefish

God bless you, I'm so sick of the way people talk about her

MrMonochromatic

I love that Inoue goes from super stylish to the most comfortable 90s outfit, like what is her wardrobe, how does she match anything to anything else ever? Totally needs a bucket hat with this one, and I can't believe that might be my first fanart.

MrMonochromatic

Literally that, it's totally normal for a guy to play wingman for their buddy. She seems a little too on target to pick up on what others want, but it's understandable, especially at that age.

MrMonochromatic

I'm still holding out that she's more than a plot device 🙃 But she's normal girl as heck, and we all knew it was gonna happen eventually, even Souta.

Raina

I’m not sure people know how to consume media anymore…Arashi is fine. She’s being a normal girl with a crush who probably is NOT picking up Souta’s big ol gay yearning. Just because we’ve known Souta for years now as readers doesn’t mean every fictional girl he encounters is an insensitive, evil witch for not understanding/knowing how he feels. This is just life! Obviously you can say and feel what you want, but I feel bad for Arashi. I can’t imagine the author feels great seeing rude comments about her every chapter. I personally am SO here for the drama and I think Arashi is a great character. I hope that after the love triangle is resolved, she sticks around! She’s the first friend Nao has made on his own, and she shares a lot of similar interests and he deserves to have friends! I hope in the future the three of them can all hang out together ☺️

Tina Gomez

She plottin😑 I don't like it😤

Yaya

Can I swear in this comments?! Even if I can't, y'all know what I'm calling that girl rn

Mikey

Calling what is supposed to protray a 15 year old girl with a crush a b1tch and thot is... interesting!

Mikey

PLEASE BE COOL GIRLY

JH

She is being too nice to Souta. Something’s up, and it doesn’t pass the smell test!

Rachel Winters

Off topic, but I love your profile picture. It’s so pretty.

Kiki

yo Rachel maybe look into how you consume media a bit more this isn't a normal reaction to have

Hermione

SHE TOTALLY ISSS! Her style is soooo cute!!!

Hermione

To be honest, I feel like the smartest one in the comic has to be Keisuke. He is truly the hidden mvp can’t even lie.

Hermione

Trust me, we all did

Hermione

YOU KNOW WHAT WOULD BE INSANE???! If we have the typical couple lovers ride and it was named Freefall as falling deeply in love. Arashi wanted to go with Nao and is looking to Souta for assistance and he agrees. But then Inoue isn’t having it so since Keisuke is trying not to get them to fight and they’re already on the line, he suggests Souta just go with Nao instead!

Hermione

HOLY CRAP!! Didn’t even think of that!!

Hermione

THANK YOU!! I’ve been waiting for someone to say this because… why would Nao ask to go with her?? It’s making me question everything. I’ve been analyzing things for a while and this is the first time we’ve seen Nao verbally want to help someone else out on his own initiative so directly in the comic. When I say this I mean, someone other than Souta because Nao usually only does those things for Souta and nobody else. Or rather, I should say that seeing Nao express wanting to go with someone else alone on his own accord that isn’t Souta. (Unless I forgot another part I’m sorry)

Adama Orr

Dawg she’s 15, he offed the tickets to help her. Maybe Souta is awkward, maybe she’s a little social awkward. They are teenagers !!! Also how is she a thot, the way you talk about fictional children is concerning.

seren

your user is too real

Olitri

Ily for this 😭✨💕

Mari

Yes, I just hope they learn it really fast, or are put in therapy or something... or else I'll be sending MY therapy bill to Aina lmao There comes a time when the purpose of the plot is not enough to hold back my will to smack their heads together and say "stop being so stupiiiiiddddd" lmao

charlie

genuinely though! just a little bit of backbone from him would be lovely. though i get that a lot of it is pain, fear, and insecurity because the world he lives in is not kind :((( it's hard

AJ

Sus...

thedistortedeye

SOUTAAAA! LEARN TO STAND UP FOR YOURSELF PLEASE!

Alice Wilson

Oh for sure, I 100% agree with every point , but for purpose of the plot, I think we have to remember that they are supposed to be silly teenagers who are dramatic and likely don’t have the emotional awareness to do what you’re saying hahaha

Rachel Winters

I am so done with this girl. Anyone with eyes would be able to tell Souta is unhappy and instead of being a decent person she keeps bothering him. Forget all this other BS of people messing up her plan, I want Nao to flat out reject her hard. Probably won’t happen till she busts out the tickets Souta worked his ass off to get. Really really dislike this b!tch. Thot needs to be gone already!

Norin

This is so true! He HAS to stand up for himself, and it's so excruciating to see his and Nao's dynamic at the moment I don't even have the words to express it 😭

Beanie

the call is coming from inside the house btw, but I AM speaking from experience!!!!! so I know what I'm talking about!!!!!

Beanie

SOUTA NEEDS TO STOP BEING SUCH A PEOPLE PLEASERRRR!!!! He desperately needs to put some boundaries for himself, breaking the bank and completely disregarding his emotional well-being by not stating his feelings to Nao aaaAAAAAAHHH

VANNA

What's she trying to pull?

Iona

Ikr idk where the consent is here 😭 she’s plainly rude I just want all of this to stop I hope inoue will save the game 🥺

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

INOUE I love you so much my sensible queen

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

Yes please do

ultimate lurker aka Pika

I want either one of those two things 1. Inoue interrupts them 2. She doesn't Arashi asks Souta to help get alone time with Nao Souta helps but Inoue messes up the plan every time lol

it be like that

no literally 😂

PikasGirlfriend (•bruh•)

Can’t wait for the day Souta says No to someone🙏🏻

Mildred Locke

Okay but can we talk about how good Keisuke looks in that coat and hat?!

PikasGirlfriend (•bruh•)

Your display name HAHAHHA

PikasGirlfriend (•bruh•)

I can see this happening👀

PikasGirlfriend (•bruh•)

Keisuke’s style🤭 that’s my fashion king

PikasGirlfriend (•bruh•)

Okay?👀

Ragpie

Please give him back the tickets

Zarrytan

If Arashi asks Souta to help her out with Nao I just might lose it! Mostly because I know Souta, being the selfless person that he is, will agree to help her even though it would completely destroy his heart. I hope Inoue interjects again and volunteers to help Arashi instead.

Alessandra Angiuli

souta so real in the first panel 😵‍💫

MiloticTube

Arashi playing 5d chess

Mari

I 100% agree with everything you said!

Mari

I totally understand your pov too, and I actually can see it in a rational way! But being selfless is not about putting always others above your own needs, while you just continue suffering and suffering. Sometimes I wonder if Souta truly just wants Nao to be happy, or if he feels the need to punish himself as well for the fact that he'd never be enough for Nao (in his pov). I think Souta needs to learn that distinction between being selfless for someone you care about, and constantly push yourself back even if you're in pain for that. That's not right, and it's not a beautiful thing imo. I always say that when saying yes to other people's happiness means saying no to your own, it might not be a good deal. If he thinks Nao and Arashi like each other, he can back off and keep suffering thinking he'll never have Nao. But giving Arashi the tickets? No, that's just stupid. He didn't need to do that. He could have stepped away without burying a knife into his own chest, you know? 😭

Anacota

Ok, imagine she says she can’t accept those tickets 🥹

Dragon Fan

Hm, I wonder what they'd talk about?

Mojo

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Asher Starner

Oh no

Veiwan

Ok it makes me sad that Nao offered to go with Arashi,, but what does Arashi need Souta for this time…… this cannot be good

Meepmeep

Imagine the plot twist is that she actually likes souta LMAO

Hatterandahare

O wait o no what if she thinks Souta is her conspirator and on her side and is going to ask him to help her get on the rides with Nao and break off from the group

Hatterandahare

Truly didn’t see that coming!!!! Akashi…. Does she know????

Alice Wilson

I get what you’re saying but I think that Souta just wants Nao to be happy. He’s being selfless because from his pov, he’s queer and in love with a straight dude

Clarissa R.

I swear, if I was Souta, I would have texted Keisuke to be like, I'm not coming. He would fully understand and have a chance to bow out as well. I wouldn't subject myself to Arashi at all. She works my last nerve.

Alice Wilson

Yeah I agree. And I feel like Souta will, and then Nao will be confused and hurt that Souta doesn’t seem like he wants to spend time with him/is going off with Inoue (who he thinks Souta likes) I also think free fall is going to be a name of a roller coaster that Nao and Souta will go on because Arashi doesn’t like roller coasters and there will be some sort of tension

Clarissa R.

Literally, I said it out loud and had to tell myself, "Wait, this a fictional child, but also F*CK OFF". 😆

Hector G.

But again it’s actions that are making me decided how I feel. Not a person having a crush or what not.

wendalize

I’M REALLY LOVING THE NAME OF THIS CHAPTER

Hector G.

Well new chapter same feelings so far 😂. I’ll wait and see what’s to come and see if my feelings change or if they grow stronger. But I’m pretty certain the next update will decide it for me

vivi

i thought THIS would be the chapter that leads to the eventual hand holding scene but i guess not 😞😞😞😞

Artemis mckee

Okay I swear arashi and nao are getting on my nerves, like arashi, why tf is she grabbing people without asking first and telling people what to do before asking I they want to, and nao, I love him with some of my heart but he need to stop being oblivious to the fact that souta is hurting and talk to him with out having people interrupt. ANYWAYS! Thank you for listening to my ted talk!

d

honestly i don’t really think arashi has done anything really wrong, other than that one time she dismissed souta in the record store. everything she’s doing seems pretty reasonable for a girl who has a crush on a single guy at school. she doesn’t seem to know souta likes nao, and souta even gave her those tickets. she probably thinks he’s helping her. which makes me think she might ask him to be her wingman during this trip😭 and souta might say yes..💔 could be very wrong tho

Maki na łące

Yup 🥲

Milo

What are her plans? Will she ask him to help her get time alone? I feel like he’ll help while being sad

Madeleine

I didn’t expect that! 😭

ultimate lurker aka Pika

can we appreciate all of their styles except for arashi and nao cause bro could have chosen smth else and darling could have chosen smth that is not their uniform with a hoodie on top i especially love Inoue and Souta also Inoue’s and Keisuke’s vibe s of style be matching - if that isn't a sing

Mari

Which is not right at all! It's what I say, he stopped being selfless eons ago, now he's just being plain stupid. And I say this understanding him so much rationally. But I'm still pissed and still think he's stupid and that he keeps digging his grave even more, when he could just step out of the whole situation and try to do himself some good. And Nao is also being a terrible friend. Honestly, I wanna see this chapter focused only on Inoue and Takeo, cause they're the only ones who haven't pissed me off lol

Amber

Honestly I so agree, Souta is so focused on other people he has had to make himself feel worse/do things he DIRECTLY disagrees with because he wants to do the "right" thing..! Souta, stop it!! 🥲

McKynzee Pivonka

... I don't like the possible implications of this chapter title 😬 Best case scenario, Arashi gives back those tickets! (Don't ask Souta for more info in Nao!)

Francisca Huenchuman

QUE PRETENDES, NIÑAAAA😭😭😭😭

whatsup dude

...Now I don't want to be mean but😤 THAT LITTLE B&!^@

Mari

As always. I wanna hope we can at least trust Inoue 🤧

Iona

She’d be a life saver fr. Souta’s gonna sabotage himself.

Iona

Yeah same, it feels like there’s something disgusting stuck on my skin every fucking time I see her 😭

Adrianna Lopez

Pause‼️

Iona

I mean most people wouldn’t like someone behaving rudely toward somebody they appreciate. You seem to appreciate Souta and you understand her behavior as being rude. It just makes sense for you to dislike her. I know, I hoped she’d be a good character too at first. I really liked her. But rn I’m having mostly frustration and exasperation toward her, because she didn’t behave well at all imho. It’s just normal to have negative feels toward people you consider rude. Don’t hate yourself for this please 🥺

TweetyG

Is she tryna make him her wing man?!?!😤

Toast

illegal cliffhanger

Tarnia Grainger

Yoo Aina the detail in the background is crazyy! It looks nice!

Mafuyama

Say no. Just. Say. No. PLS. FOR MY SANITY. 😭

Cyan134

….What is she planning???

adzie✨

i still wanna trust arashi 😭 i think we’ve only seen her from the point of view of someone v envious of her (souta) or only (imo) sees her as a friend (nao) … i swear there’s more than meets the eye 👁️

Mari

To be completely honest, though, Souta could free himself if he stopped being stupid and putting others's needs before his own all the time. Dude, you don't wanna go? Tell them you're sick and don't fucking go! Don't wanna help Arashi? Tell her you will help Keisuke get the passes. Like, have some initiative too, bro!

Kass

and the saddest part is, it would say yes😢

Mari

LMAO

Mari

Welcome to the club 🫂 Even her shape from afar makes my stomach twitch blergh

Amber

I had high hopes for this chapter but even this part makes me so sadddd! Aina whyyy!

Mari

You know what would be awesome? If Inoue stepped in and took her hand off Souta and said "I'll help you instead"

Iona

Agree. When’s the going better part… (Oh right I forgot it never last)

Mari

Why do you hate yourself for disliking something like that? You're allowed to feel that way 👍🏼

Mari

Dude, just bring Sato in and let him treat Souta with the love and care he needs, while also teaching him how to stop being stupid and doing everything others ask of him, and make them be together forever. Grrrrrr. LOL Aina's intention of making us fucking annoyed is working a little too well 🥲

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

Souta be free

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

Free Souta

Iona

Im sorry i think the world needs to know 😫

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

Grrr just looking at arashi makes me mad 🔥🔥🔥

Iona

May I be a part of this strike

Iona

I really support you and your name and your cause

Tiny Ez

Imagine she asks him to wingman lmao

mixhelle

I hate myself because I really don’t like most of the Arashi we’ve seen so far … It’s not because she likes Nao, she doesn’t know, but I really dislike the way she acts towards Souta 🥺

Iona

I know. Boy needs help and he’s like. LOOKING AT HIM

Mari

This is the most sensible comment here, thank you!

Maki na łące

Can't decide between just rolling my eyes or angry screaming in my pillow... I feel she's gonna say smt like, oh no it was supposed to be a date with Nao but now everyone is here!! Help! Expecting Souta to be her wingman.

Mari

Also, Nao's being the worst friend to Souta right now. He's really getting on my nerves.

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

#FREESOUTAFROMARASHI HE DOESNT DESERVE THIS

Mari

No, Nao and Souta are making me feel so murderous lately. Like, dude, how much more stupid can you guys get? Lol

Iona

YES SHES JUST RUDE 25/8 😫

Diamond

EXACTLY what I was thinking lmao

Iona

Ikr!!! Fr Aina’s plaguing them with the dumb virus, but I want them to actually improve 😭

Hannah

plot twist Arashi is in love with souta

Diamond

Theories about “freefall”? Since typically the titles have a literal and figurative meaning it seems. Obv rollercoasters and freefall makes sense, but I feel there are a lot of other ways it could go. Maybe “freefall” in love? Like Souta falling even more in love? Or “freefall” off a cliff of despair or something like that? Like Souta is so despondent he loses it? If that makes sense lol

Ty Waldrop

omg I'm dying. This chapter is gonna be monumental!

Jettah Woolf

Ik every update makes me sad

Toast

Not me only just registering that after i saw this comment. now i’m spiraling

Ximinnie

Inoue love your outfit!!!!!! Also, Arashi really intrigues me 😅 I don’t really dislike her, she doesn’t know and she’s allowed to pursue a single guy who she likes. But I feel like she’s missing all the shots and I’m not sure it’s all unintentional 🤔

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

Aina when I catch you Aina

Toast

doubt 🙃

Mari

Also, Arashi, some advice so you try to work on being at least a bit of a decent person (if you ever can): you DON'T go grabbing people like that without knowing if they're okay with it, and you DON'T announce what other people are gonna do before you ask them if they'll do it. That's just coercion and rudeness. I really can't stand this girl's behaviour, for fuck’s sake!

ZimzalabimHYLT

The art for the theme park is stellar omgsss

Sophia zielinsky

REALLLLL

Sophia zielinsky

Omg, I hate that... You're so smart

Diamond

Also, the backgrounds with the park are amazing this update!! The amount of improvement and skill you can see in each update it great. I always have to do one read through for the story and another read through for the art every time 🩷🩷🩷

Iona

I wish I could hope but I feel soooo f hopeless now 😭

rae of sunshine

i know we all hate arashi but can we talk about inoue's fit? she's slaying ngl

Mari

I feel like all characters in the comic are kinda brainless lately.

LaIguanaGreen

Ay Dios mío!!!

Jettah Woolf

Ooooo my patience is very slim for her, I hope she has good intentions

Mari

YES, THAT TOUCHING IS SO ANNOYING, FOR FUCK’S SAKE!!

Iona

🫠🫠 cannot anymore ffs. And the FUCK with Nao?! "Uh I guess I’ll go with youuu" DUUH STFU lol I’m mad 🤣

Goshdarnit

FRRRR

Lily

Ok so let’s be kind Arashi

Nikki Crumbley

Bruh I’m getting so tired of her. What drama is she gonna cause now. Poor souta is suffering enough.

Goshdarnit

NOOOOO STOP

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

Whatever your thinking arashi, don’t do it

Tink

What is even happening! I kinda feel like this will be a "I want to be alone with him" moment but that's actually quite mean to keep dragging souta like you could've asked anyone!! But you picked the heartsick kid come on! I know she doesn't know it's just incredibly frustrating for me to see him being used as a little Cyrano

Diamond

I love their winter outfits, they’re so cute!! Especially inoue, that is exactly something I would wear lol.

Bushclam

This is either gonna be insane or the best thing to ever happen to

Goshdarnit

Anyways Arashi’s hair is so tea

#FreeSoutaFromArashi

I had a visural reaction when a saw her

seren

i’m trying so hard to like her i swear

Mari

She's gonna ask him to help her give her some alone time with Nao. Cause she's only interested in Souta when there's something in it for her. And of course stupid Souta is gonna say yes.