I actually have only seen small excerts from seasons 1 & 2, so I hope to watch this whole season.
Have enjoyed reading the comments from those who have seen the first two seasons, as it gives context.
Quick comments:
1) Yuria- talented actress- hope she can move on up to being regularly cast in dramas and comedies on television. I think she is that good.
2) Akane- is a franchise player (you don't trade her, you build your team around her) Keep her prominent.
3) I am going to be missing Kumi big time, as well as Shiori- a chance to see them here is a golden opportunity. For me, Kumi still always catches my eye, no matter how small the line.
4) As mentioned above, Rie part mirrors the reality.....but hopefully this will create some good bonds.
5) I think Jurina is a force to be reckoned with, as a leader, as a performer on stage, but I think her variety skills are on par with many of the other girls, not superior.
6) Superior skils Rena does have, but, as mentioned above, this season's character is not really optimum choice.
7) Sawako and Kanon doing their thang- and their thang is working- good job!