Episode
Free!: The Crouching Start of Vindication!
Overview
Haruka and the boys have trained hard to prepare for this showdown against Samezuka. After Day 1 of the tournament, Gou and Amakata-sensei treat the boys to a fabulous, carb-rich feast and allow them to take a breather. Meanwhile, Rin is faced with a tough decision as captain of the Samezuka Swim Club. Who will he choose to swim the relay with him?
Details
- Series
- Free!
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 7
- Air date
- 2014-08-14
- Runtime
- 24 min
Episode context
The Crouching Start of Vindication! is Episode 7 in Free! Eternal Summer of Free!. It aired on 2014-08-14. The runtime is 24 min.
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Episode 6: Invincible Prime!
On the eve of prefecturals, Makoto resolves himself to broach a certain subject with Haruka. As the tournament begins, the Iwatobi Swim Club is extremely enthusiastic about its prospects. But will every member be able to pass the prelims of his individual events?
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