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I am pleasantly surprised by how much I like this card. As a somewhat traditional part of the Twilights collection, this card acts as a mini summary for what the idol has experienced over the year. Using the story in the show as a parallel metaphor for what Toru is doing is a fantastic decision. Similar to Alma in the TV show, one might believe that Toru isn’t even trying while still getting what she wants. However, as the previous P-SSR7 has established, Toru is not as airheaded as people might seem, Toru is hungry for challenges. But right now we understand that not only that, she also subconsciously understands what it takes to win.

Another interesting thing to talk about is how the writers slowly shift their writing style. I am going to be honest here, I genuinely do not understand what is going on for every card before P-SSR6 (the solo collection one), the worst one is certainly P-SSR5. But for the newer card, the writers clearly tone down the vagueness of the story for easier comprehension. Of course, the signature Toru inner dialogue will still be there, but there are enough clues here and there that you will understand what she is thinking about 90% of the time. This card shows the same shift, and the writers did a good job balancing out the metaphor and the actual story, and it is a great thing to see.

The only nitpick I will say is that I just don’t know why they decided to give Toru two Halloween themed limited cards. And not only that, both of them look kinda the same. Can’t they make a yokai theme instead?