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YOUNITE Delivers a Stunning Performance with a Unique Interpretation of aespa's 'Armageddon' on 'Road to Kingdom: ACE OF ACE'
In the episode aired yesterday (31st), YOUNITE (members Eunho, Steve, Eunsang, Hyungseok, Uno, DEY, Kyungmun, and Sion) chose 'Armageddon' under the theme 'NO LIMIT', aiming to depict the story of a new humanity surviving on a devastated Earth, capturing the audience's attention.
A video released before the performance showed YOUNITE dedicating themselves to practice, aiming to leave a strong impression after a somewhat disappointing result in the second round.
Particularly, the scene where they practiced on a massive 3.5-meter set installed outdoors heightened viewers' expectations.
In the main competition that followed, YOUNITE opened their performance with a VCR explaining the apocalypse concept, determined to overcome the regrets of the first round of the third stage.
Following this, with the gesture of ace member Eunsang, astonishing effects like collapsing signboards and utility poles were added, unfolding a narrative where YOUNITE, as the last hope of humanity after the apocalypse, restores the fallen world's order with their unique abilities.
YOUNITE perfectly arranged various sets such as collapsing buildings, bridges, control rooms, jungle gyms, and blind glass to deliver a multifaceted performance.
Additionally, the powerful group choreography combined with the vocals and performances that highlighted each member's individuality created a flawless stage.
Although YOUNITE left some disappointment by ranking fourth in the cumulative integrated ranking, they secured their spot in the finals by ranking first in both team and ace rankings in the third round's second video evaluation panel vote.
Having solidified their unique color with unpredictable and diverse stages, anticipation builds on what concept YOUNITE will bring to the final stage to conclude their journey successfully.
Ryu Yeji, Ten Asia Reporter ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr
