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Yeah Squealer must have something up his sleeve or something, his reaction at Saki was thought provoking. Then again
perhaps he is a good character since they did save his life previously
From the New World (Shin Sekai Yori) |OT| - Of molerats and men
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Yeah Squealer must have something up his sleeve or something, his reaction at Saki was thought provoking. Then again
That actually concerned me for a second as well
but you can clearly see that death feedback was slowly taking it's toll on Satouru as he killed more of the ground spiders.
This series is rapidly going downhill. Two nonsensical episodes in a row with bad direction and piss poor scripting is really killing my interest and enthusiasm in the show. It's like the series built up to a point slowly and deliberately, and then when something was finally happening, it drops the ball completely. Kinda meh. 
I don't even feel writing impressions of ep6 is worth my time. It was just stupid, and there was some seriously bad music direction to top off the dodgy action direction. What happened to the show?
I don't even feel writing impressions of ep6 is worth my time. It was just stupid, and there was some seriously bad music direction to top off the dodgy action direction. What happened to the show?
PoeticProse22
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From the New World 6
This was a really good episode, and a considerable improvement over the previous, but, unfortunately, it still feels noticeably lacking in comparison to the initial four episodes, due, in large part, to flawed, inconsistent execution. As such, the indistinct, surrealistic touches within the last two episodes, such as
here and the
in the previous episode, disrupt the coherency of the narrative, creating, in effect, a disconnected sort of storytelling.
Saki's
was interesting, but ultimately confusing, particularly
, which, though it seemingly held some importance, there wasn't any indicated meaning behind that portion of
. I quite liked how she used her
, though this moment would have likely been a bit more effective if this scene had occurred in a previous episode, rather then it being first mentioned by way of a
. My favorite sequence involved
, as
. It was a superbly realized sequence, and extremely atmospheric. I also like that, following
, while also displaying a certain naivety, due to his unceasing desire to
. His thoughts and actions also appear to portray
that could eventually
.
It was quite surprising to find out that the Ground Spiders can
, which might potentially infer that their original
was that of a
. Squealer remains a complex, thoroughly mysterious character. The strange, foreboding framing within his brief appearances and the final, disturbing reaction he provided upon becoming
, indicates that he could be much more knowledgeable of their situation than he's willing to admit. He definitely seems to have
, since he purposefully
. The ending alludes to
, since Saki and Satoru
. As such, the cliffhanger at the end was terrific in establishing the tense, unsettling tone for the next episode, and I'm really looking looking forward to seeing how they
.
Satoru and Saki's interactions are great and increasingly engaging, since they've both gradually developed into a calmer understanding of one another and their emotions, rather than the innocently volatile interactions of their former youth, illustrated excellently in the brief opening, in which
, subtly, but effectively highlighting the gradual change in the nuances of their dynamic. Aside from the opening sequence, Saki's characterization was rather weak and repetitive in comparison to previous episodes, since, throughout the latter half of this episode, she was essentially a
. Satoru was greatly intriguing throughout, as,
. It will be interesting to see what sort of consequences await his character; whether, due to human nature, he was
. I also enjoyed how well the broad strength of
was depicted, such as the moment he
.
The production values, for the most part, remain excellent, but, though quite improved over the last episode, the direction was disappointing and thoroughly unspectacular, and the editing was middling and occasionally disconcerting, due to it's haphazard manner of complicating the intended meaning behind several moments. Musically, this episode was quite good, but somewhat inconsistent. The musical selection that was used during the scene in which
was particularly beautiful, illuminating a distinctly wistful melancholy, which contrasted the painful process within the moment in a wonderfully complementary manner. There were a few selections though, such as the majority of those used during the few action sequences, that weren't nearly as effective or suitably atmospheric as the others. The scene transitions were far better throughout, allowing for a more comprehensive, understandable view of the situation, rather than the chaotic uncertainty derived from the poor transitions that plagued the last episode.
This episode was visually subdued, since, above all, there was a noticeable lack of striking imagery, which typically suffuses each episode. I love that the original character designs have returned, since the altered versions were much less impressive and they certainly weren't well-suited for extended movement. The animation was, thankfully, much improved over the last episode. The CGI, on the other hand, was quite jarring and far too prevalent, distracting most notably during
.
All in all, despite several flaws of a, hopefully, temporary nature, From the New World contiues to excel with a considerably intriguing narrative and increasingly interesting characters, as well as it's excellent depiction of a desolate, seemingly abandoned society. Although the writing and, by extension, the story, continues to be fantastic and endlessly compelling, the mediocre direction has, over the last two episodes, diminished the satisfaction of several important moments, essentially faltering, if only slightly, in an area that was one of it's strongest elements before the last two episodes.
This was a really good episode, and a considerable improvement over the previous, but, unfortunately, it still feels noticeably lacking in comparison to the initial four episodes, due, in large part, to flawed, inconsistent execution. As such, the indistinct, surrealistic touches within the last two episodes, such as
Saki's brief hallucination
collapse of the cave
Saki's
brief hallucination
Shun's transformation into a minoshiro
her bizarre vision
memories to realize Satoru's mantra
newly discovered memory
Saki opening Satoru's Cantus
she recited the ritualistic words, while he began to scream in pain
his unexpected freedom, Satoru displays a temporary affinity for brutality, as he seemingly relished the ability to inflict violence
take the offensive
symptoms
turn him into a fiend or karma demon
It was quite surprising to find out that the Ground Spiders can
assume different forms
form
human
suspicious of the possibility that Saki may not, in fact, currently wield the powers that they so fear and revere
slight ulterior motives
led them down a dangerous path for his own selfish gain
further deception from him
find themselves surrounded by the enemy, and, for whatever reason, the queerats appear to be unafraid
survive their imminent, extremely dangerous struggle
Satoru and Saki's interactions are great and increasingly engaging, since they've both gradually developed into a calmer understanding of one another and their emotions, rather than the innocently volatile interactions of their former youth, illustrated excellently in the brief opening, in which
they confess to one another that they wouldn't have survived without the other
perpetually voiced plea for restraint and nothing more
following his Cantus returning, he begins to display a sort of ruthless, yet understandable, savagery towards the Ground Spider colony
predisposed to an inevitable lust for chaotic bloodshed or was it simply a direct result of his sudden energy and awakened focus
his powers
uprooted several trees without much difficulty
The production values, for the most part, remain excellent, but, though quite improved over the last episode, the direction was disappointing and thoroughly unspectacular, and the editing was middling and occasionally disconcerting, due to it's haphazard manner of complicating the intended meaning behind several moments. Musically, this episode was quite good, but somewhat inconsistent. The musical selection that was used during the scene in which
Saki reawakens Satoru's Cantus
This episode was visually subdued, since, above all, there was a noticeable lack of striking imagery, which typically suffuses each episode. I love that the original character designs have returned, since the altered versions were much less impressive and they certainly weren't well-suited for extended movement. The animation was, thankfully, much improved over the last episode. The CGI, on the other hand, was quite jarring and far too prevalent, distracting most notably during
one of the final attacks, as boulders flew towards Saki and Satoru
All in all, despite several flaws of a, hopefully, temporary nature, From the New World contiues to excel with a considerably intriguing narrative and increasingly interesting characters, as well as it's excellent depiction of a desolate, seemingly abandoned society. Although the writing and, by extension, the story, continues to be fantastic and endlessly compelling, the mediocre direction has, over the last two episodes, diminished the satisfaction of several important moments, essentially faltering, if only slightly, in an area that was one of it's strongest elements before the last two episodes.
From The New World - 06
Yeah, I'm not to happy with this episode. Others have already mentioned all of the flaws, and I really must agree how poorly directed this was. While the fifth episode had a different style of direction, it definitely wasn't as bad as this, the scene transitions were handled so poorly that it was quite a chore trying to follow everything that's going on. The beginning was especially weird, the hallucination had no importance whatsoever for the episode, but I'm hoping it will be touched upon later.
Visually, I'm glad we're back to the standard character designs and there were some nice looking scenes but the CG was so bad it ruined the episode, it really did. This show has doesn't use shading, everything is drawn to look as flat as possible, and it gives it a really nice style. How the fuck are you going to use CG stones that look 3D and are so out of fucking place that it completely destroys any type of visual identity the show ever had. Fuck. I really hope they change that shit for the BD release.
Yeah, I'm not to happy with this episode. Others have already mentioned all of the flaws, and I really must agree how poorly directed this was. While the fifth episode had a different style of direction, it definitely wasn't as bad as this, the scene transitions were handled so poorly that it was quite a chore trying to follow everything that's going on. The beginning was especially weird, the hallucination had no importance whatsoever for the episode, but I'm hoping it will be touched upon later.
Visually, I'm glad we're back to the standard character designs and there were some nice looking scenes but the CG was so bad it ruined the episode, it really did. This show has doesn't use shading, everything is drawn to look as flat as possible, and it gives it a really nice style. How the fuck are you going to use CG stones that look 3D and are so out of fucking place that it completely destroys any type of visual identity the show ever had. Fuck. I really hope they change that shit for the BD release.
Upcoming episode titles and credits, and I've added references for previous episodes on the recurring staff:
Ep7 - Dark Summer
Script: Masashi Sogo (ep1-3)
Episode Director: Makoto Fuchigami
Storyboard: Nobutoshi Ogura (ep4)
Animation Director: Michinori Shiga
Ep8 - Omen
Script: Rika Nakase (ep4)
Episode Director: Kazuyoshi Yaginuma
Storyboard: Kazuyoshi Yaginuma
Animation Director: Yumi Shimizu (ep3), Chiaki Furuzumi
Ep9 - Rising Wind
Script: Yoshiko Nakamura (ep6), Hirohei Urasawa (ep5)
Episode Director: Yuuta Takamura
Storyboard: Nobutoshi Ogura (ep5)
Animation Director: Tomohiro Koyama
Ep10 - From the Darkness
Script: Hirohei Urasawa (ep5), Masashi Sogo (ep1-3)
Episode Director: Shigeyasu Yamauchi (ep5)
Storyboard: Shigeyasu Yamauchi (ep5)
Animation Director: Junichi Hayama (ep5)
Ep7 - Dark Summer
Script: Masashi Sogo (ep1-3)
Episode Director: Makoto Fuchigami
Storyboard: Nobutoshi Ogura (ep4)
Animation Director: Michinori Shiga
Ep8 - Omen
Script: Rika Nakase (ep4)
Episode Director: Kazuyoshi Yaginuma
Storyboard: Kazuyoshi Yaginuma
Animation Director: Yumi Shimizu (ep3), Chiaki Furuzumi
Ep9 - Rising Wind
Script: Yoshiko Nakamura (ep6), Hirohei Urasawa (ep5)
Episode Director: Yuuta Takamura
Storyboard: Nobutoshi Ogura (ep5)
Animation Director: Tomohiro Koyama
Ep10 - From the Darkness
Script: Hirohei Urasawa (ep5), Masashi Sogo (ep1-3)
Episode Director: Shigeyasu Yamauchi (ep5)
Storyboard: Shigeyasu Yamauchi (ep5)
Animation Director: Junichi Hayama (ep5)
BlazingDarkness
Member
What the hell happened with this show? I just sat and watched from episode 1 through til 6 and at 4 it completely shit the bed. The art went all over the place and then the plot just fizzled out and I struggled to make it to the end of 6
jeez
jeez
Yeah that's a good way of putting it. I think the show started really strong, then when things started to really happen it kinda just shat the bed completely with confusing direction, really weird art decisions, horrible CG boulders, etc. I watched episode 7, and it's definitely better than the last two episodes, and concludes the childhood arc, but it really feels like too little too late for the overall arc at this point. Tons of wasted opportunity.
Hopefully the next episode will bring a sort of fresh start to the next major part of the story. Otherwise, oh well, it was fun while it lasted. Lol.
From the New World 7
Why?
Well, continued use of terrible CGI aside, I regret to report that the awkward direction in the previous episodes is not entirely done away with. Much of the storyboarding, from Nobutoshi Ogura who also storyboarded episode 4, seems to be fine, but there's some weird uses of cuts to black throughout. I suspect the episode director, Makoto Fuchigami, might be a pseudonym, because his output is sparse and yet spans back to 1997. I will say that the music direction was substantially improved in this episode, and the direction seemed to become more atmospheric and closer to the early episodes as it progressed. I also continue to find the story proper extremely interesting.
The next episode, to prematurely judge from the brief preview, looks like it may return to the complex and evocative storyboarding of the early episodes, among, um, other things.
Why?
Well, continued use of terrible CGI aside, I regret to report that the awkward direction in the previous episodes is not entirely done away with. Much of the storyboarding, from Nobutoshi Ogura who also storyboarded episode 4, seems to be fine, but there's some weird uses of cuts to black throughout. I suspect the episode director, Makoto Fuchigami, might be a pseudonym, because his output is sparse and yet spans back to 1997. I will say that the music direction was substantially improved in this episode, and the direction seemed to become more atmospheric and closer to the early episodes as it progressed. I also continue to find the story proper extremely interesting.
The next episode, to prematurely judge from the brief preview, looks like it may return to the complex and evocative storyboarding of the early episodes, among, um, other things.
Jex
Member
Warning - text incoming.
[From the New World] - 6
It's not very hard to point out what's wrong with this episode - about 3/4 of it are devoted the build up to an action sequence or an action sequence itself. Even if these sequences were done well, which they aren't (more on that later) that's not what I'm looking for from this story. More over I'm not entirely sure why the characters are doing what they're doing. This is about as much explanation as Satoru gives for going off to hunt trash-mobs:
Is that really necessary? Couldn't they, you know, run away and look for the rest of their group? I understand that we need to see Satoru in action to see the frightening power of Cantus but frankly we already saw that back in episode four when the monk went all out. Saki does try and argue with Satoru but only for a minute before giving in. She attempts to dissuade him again a little bit later in the episode but still, I can't really understand their motivation for doing what they're doing.
Leaving aside, for a moment, the question of character motivation I can't really avoid the problem with the direction of this episode. Haly, appropriately, described it as 'amateur' and that's very fitting because Mamoru Kurosawa who was in charge of the storyboarding and direction for this episode has never storyboarded or directed an episode of anything. It shows. He doesn't craft beautiful stills. He doesn't use interesting cinematography. His editing and especially his transitions are extremely clunky. For example one action scene fades to black just as the action is building up to something. You don't normally have something build up in a shot and then fade the scene, you usually cut elsewhere before fading, or fade before or after something has happened. That's like cutting in the middle of a conversation, it's rarely done.
All in all he does a pretty poor job at telling a story visually. For example, here's a couple of stills from this episode:
There's just nothing good about them from either an artistic standpoint or a storytelling standpoint. They're flat and lazy and boring. I know that not every image can be great but it's a problem throughout the course of the episdoe. The character arrangement, camera position and general layout of many images in this episode leave a lot to desired.
Some things are just plain confusing. For example, what's the deal with the vision Saki saw at the start of the episode? Did she fall asleep? Was it a dream? A hallucination? If it was a hallucination, what caused it? Why doesn't Saki reflect on it at all? At first I thought she might have passed out but after rewatching the scene in question it's pretty clear that we're supposed to think she's awake. It starts like this, with a fairly normal shot:
There's no cut and the shot keeps rolling as it comes decidedly more trippy. There is no transition at all leaving us with:
Well okay. That's a little odd. This sequence runs for a little bit until eventually it fades out. This fading suggests that it's a vision Saki is seeing in front of her eyes because it eventually blends back into reality and Saki is clearly looking right at where it was:
Before we can stop to think about this Saki then has another vision of the flame at the temple:
which, in turn, triggers a memory. We can be pretty sure it's a memory because they cut to white before the sequence begins:
So we've gone from reality to a hallucination to reality to a hallucination to a memory. Bizarre. What purpose did the hallucination serve if it was the memory that allowed Saki to progress the story? Say what you will about the bad direction from the last episode but at least a number of scenes where effective and made you feel something. These are just lifeless and stilted. Don't even get me started on the action-direction.
[From the New World] - 6
It's not very hard to point out what's wrong with this episode - about 3/4 of it are devoted the build up to an action sequence or an action sequence itself. Even if these sequences were done well, which they aren't (more on that later) that's not what I'm looking for from this story. More over I'm not entirely sure why the characters are doing what they're doing. This is about as much explanation as Satoru gives for going off to hunt trash-mobs:
Is that really necessary? Couldn't they, you know, run away and look for the rest of their group? I understand that we need to see Satoru in action to see the frightening power of Cantus but frankly we already saw that back in episode four when the monk went all out. Saki does try and argue with Satoru but only for a minute before giving in. She attempts to dissuade him again a little bit later in the episode but still, I can't really understand their motivation for doing what they're doing.
Leaving aside, for a moment, the question of character motivation I can't really avoid the problem with the direction of this episode. Haly, appropriately, described it as 'amateur' and that's very fitting because Mamoru Kurosawa who was in charge of the storyboarding and direction for this episode has never storyboarded or directed an episode of anything. It shows. He doesn't craft beautiful stills. He doesn't use interesting cinematography. His editing and especially his transitions are extremely clunky. For example one action scene fades to black just as the action is building up to something. You don't normally have something build up in a shot and then fade the scene, you usually cut elsewhere before fading, or fade before or after something has happened. That's like cutting in the middle of a conversation, it's rarely done.
All in all he does a pretty poor job at telling a story visually. For example, here's a couple of stills from this episode:
There's just nothing good about them from either an artistic standpoint or a storytelling standpoint. They're flat and lazy and boring. I know that not every image can be great but it's a problem throughout the course of the episdoe. The character arrangement, camera position and general layout of many images in this episode leave a lot to desired.
Some things are just plain confusing. For example, what's the deal with the vision Saki saw at the start of the episode? Did she fall asleep? Was it a dream? A hallucination? If it was a hallucination, what caused it? Why doesn't Saki reflect on it at all? At first I thought she might have passed out but after rewatching the scene in question it's pretty clear that we're supposed to think she's awake. It starts like this, with a fairly normal shot:
There's no cut and the shot keeps rolling as it comes decidedly more trippy. There is no transition at all leaving us with:
Well okay. That's a little odd. This sequence runs for a little bit until eventually it fades out. This fading suggests that it's a vision Saki is seeing in front of her eyes because it eventually blends back into reality and Saki is clearly looking right at where it was:
Before we can stop to think about this Saki then has another vision of the flame at the temple:
which, in turn, triggers a memory. We can be pretty sure it's a memory because they cut to white before the sequence begins:
So we've gone from reality to a hallucination to reality to a hallucination to a memory. Bizarre. What purpose did the hallucination serve if it was the memory that allowed Saki to progress the story? Say what you will about the bad direction from the last episode but at least a number of scenes where effective and made you feel something. These are just lifeless and stilted. Don't even get me started on the action-direction.
I think it's pretty reasonable to assume that the show may be having some production issues, considering that they let someone who has never directed ANYTHING direct a whole episode by himself. It's unfortunate, to say the least.
From the New World 7
Why?
Well, continued use of terrible CGI aside, I regret to report that the awkward direction in the previous episodes is not entirely done away with. Much of the storyboarding, from Nobutoshi Ogura who also storyboarded episode 4, seems to be fine, but there's some weird uses of cuts to black throughout. I suspect the episode director, Makoto Fuchigami, might be a pseudonym, because his output is sparse and yet spans back to 1997. I will say that the music direction was substantially improved in this episode, and the direction seemed to become more atmospheric and closer to the early episodes as it progressed. I also continue to find the story proper extremely interesting.
The next episode, to prematurely judge from the brief preview, looks like it may return to the complex and evocative storyboarding of the early episodes, among, um, other things.
Why?
Well, continued use of terrible CGI aside, I regret to report that the awkward direction in the previous episodes is not entirely done away with. Much of the storyboarding, from Nobutoshi Ogura who also storyboarded episode 4, seems to be fine, but there's some weird uses of cuts to black throughout. I suspect the episode director, Makoto Fuchigami, might be a pseudonym, because his output is sparse and yet spans back to 1997. I will say that the music direction was substantially improved in this episode, and the direction seemed to become more atmospheric and closer to the early episodes as it progressed. I also continue to find the story proper extremely interesting.
The next episode, to prematurely judge from the brief preview, looks like it may return to the complex and evocative storyboarding of the early episodes, among, um, other things.
PoeticProse22
Member
From the New World 7
This episode, though still riddled with numerous directorial flaws, was a substantial improvement over the last two, due, in large part, to a return to the tense, unsettling atmosphere that had beautifully permeated the earlier episodes. The latter half of the episode felt particularly rushed, but I’m quite forgiving of this slight flaw, since it effectively allows the story to transition into a more engaging section of the narrative, as I’m thoroughly intrigued about the differences in
.
, though foreshadowed quite a bit, was really effective in establishing an uneasy atmosphere. I also liked
. Kiroumaru, the
, is a highly intriguing character, and, though it seems unlikely, I hope to
. Satoru was extensively perceptive throughout, particularly in his
. This sequence directly contrasts Satoru’s earlier carelessness, which was fully depicted by his naïve willingness to blindly
in episode 4, despite the inherent risk involved.
A scene that seemed subtly important, in terms of foreshadowing, was the brief moment
. The framing of this interaction potentially suggests a parallel to the time
, as the camera lingered on this simplistic sensation for a second longer than the others, perhaps inferring that
could eventually change.
My favorite sequence, by far, was the moment Saki, after having
along with Satoru, sharply gazes upward towards the moon, and then momentarily reflects on her seemingly distant memory of
. As her
, there’s this brilliantly effective isolation and subsequent elevation of her frenzied breathing that continues through
, until a stifled cry ushers forth and a tear falls. It essentially illuminates a dichotomy between the
and the pleasant tranquility of that melancholic vestige of a nearly forgotten time. This moment could simply indicate a wistful remembrance of that
, but fleeting interaction, or it might very well foreshadow an imminent struggle between her
. As such, though not particularly evident at the moment, it seems quite possible that
.
I love that the mystery of the
was touched upon and examined again, since, at times, it appeared to be a
, so as to shield themselves from the painful truths they’re subconsciously aware of. The ending narration was extremely interesting and incredibly foreboding, as they somehow assumed they had
, yet it’s ominously suggested that their
is a thoroughly flawed and temporary one.
I am rather intrigued by the scene in the next episode that involves a seemingly
. Clearly, it appears that the next episode will take place
, so I’m quite interested to find out whether or not
and if this unexpected scenario is derived from some form of
.
Saki is definitely the best and most compelling character, as her complex development continues to add nuanced layers of depth to her characterization, notably displayed by the
. Satoru’s also proven to be supremely adept in
scenarios. As such, this essentially illustrates a transformation of his self-proven tendencies, moving past his childish ignorance into a heightened maturity and responsibility. Saki and Satoru’s interactions continue to be quite compelling and enjoyable. As the story progresses, I’m hoping for a deconstruction of
character, perhaps pertaining to his motivations and the mysterious nature of his typically
, since there definitely seems to be some sort of
.
This arc, though interesting at it’s core, had become a bit repetitive, while disappointingly offering minimal substance and revelatory depth to the mysterious fringes of their society. As such, portions of the story within this arc have felt strangely disconnected from the flow of the narrative, due mostly to the unavoidably fragmentary nature that typically surfaces during an isolated excursion such as the one taken
. Of course, the developments that occurred throughout could, and likely will, influence future events and alter the characterization and development of certain characters, such as
, in a rather meaningful, permanent fashion, but it partially depends on how significant these foreshadowed implications are that will ultimately determine whether or not this arc was wholly satisfying.
Thankfully, the storyboarding was largely excellent throughout, displaying an immense improvement over the last two episodes in that area. This, of course, was solely due to the return of Nobutoshi Ogura, who had previously storyboarded, rather superbly, episode 4, but this is, unfortunately, not indicative of the direction as a whole. As such, once again, the direction was the weakest element of the episode. It certainly wasn’t as poor as that found in the previous two episodes, but all it offered in it’s stead was an unsatisfying mediocrity. The entire episode contained far too many awkward scene transitions by way of a prevalence of ineffective, disorienting cuts to black. Though this didn’t heavily detract from the material, it was a noticeable, distracting flaw nonetheless.
The music was fantastic throughout, never faltering into the jarring sort of mediocrity that was found littered throughout two or so earlier episodes. The musical selection that accompanied the scene in which
was exceptional, and, aside from the choral arrangement, probably my favorite, as it’s wonderfully atmospheric. The animation was also solid, and a definite return to it’s former quality. Also, I quite like their
.
Unfortunately, though thoroughly diminished in this episode, the plethora of flaws throughout this latest arc are almost entirely borne from the production side of the equation, and they solely appear to be largely indicative of a short-sighted approach to assembling the appropriate choices for the episodic directors, which, of course, is primarily the fault of Ishihama. Hopefully that doesn't become a recurring problem, since it's distracting from the extremely well-told story.
All in all, though still not able to reach the level of the first four episodes, From the New World delivers an episode that was much better and more impressive than the last two. Although this might, in the future, be deemed altogether impetuous, I’m rather confident that the majority of these touches of mediocrity that have filtered into the production will, for the most part, disappear, now that the narrative has
; a subplot that was clearly handled in a relatively disorderly manner, displaying a rather unfortunate and disappointing lack of storytelling precision and care, which created a noticeable dichotomy between the terrific cohesion found in the writing and the chaotic, inconsistent execution.
This episode, though still riddled with numerous directorial flaws, was a substantial improvement over the last two, due, in large part, to a return to the tense, unsettling atmosphere that had beautifully permeated the earlier episodes. The latter half of the episode felt particularly rushed, but I’m quite forgiving of this slight flaw, since it effectively allows the story to transition into a more engaging section of the narrative, as I’m thoroughly intrigued about the differences in
their older selves and their return to the bleak, oppressive society that they were temporarily disconnected from
Squealer’s temporary betrayal
his eventual redemption, though he was still portrayed as a pathetic individual
leader of the Giant Hornet colony
see more of him in the future
nighttime conversation with Saki, in which he was very reluctant to trust Kiroumaru
follow the monk’s every suggestion
A scene that seemed subtly important, in terms of foreshadowing, was the brief moment
Satoru held onto Saki’s hand, while, as the Giant Hornet colony sped towards them, they acceptingly awaited their seemingly impending deaths
Shun held Saki’s hand
Saki's feelings
My favorite sequence, by far, was the moment Saki, after having
fled into the forest
the innocently romantic "date" she once had with Shun
mind transitions into the past
this painful memory
dangerous, intense situation she’s currently in
sweetly romantic
contrasting emotions and romantic inclinations
her feelings might eventually shift from Shun to Satoru
I love that the mystery of the
missing children
forbidden topic of conversation, as though the other children willfully neglected to remember
outwitted the elders and reclaimed their powers
“victory”
I am rather intrigued by the scene in the next episode that involves a seemingly
sexual confrontation between Satoru and Shun
following an initial time-skip
feelings have noticeably changed
emotional connection or if it’s merely of an experimental nature
Saki is definitely the best and most compelling character, as her complex development continues to add nuanced layers of depth to her characterization, notably displayed by the
bittersweet memory of the starlit boat-ride she had once taken with Shun
violent, chaotic
Shun’s
heightened knowledge
subtle, flickering darkness that occasionally appears
This arc, though interesting at it’s core, had become a bit repetitive, while disappointingly offering minimal substance and revelatory depth to the mysterious fringes of their society. As such, portions of the story within this arc have felt strangely disconnected from the flow of the narrative, due mostly to the unavoidably fragmentary nature that typically surfaces during an isolated excursion such as the one taken
by Saki and Satoru throughout the majority of the last three episodes
Saki and potentially Shun
Thankfully, the storyboarding was largely excellent throughout, displaying an immense improvement over the last two episodes in that area. This, of course, was solely due to the return of Nobutoshi Ogura, who had previously storyboarded, rather superbly, episode 4, but this is, unfortunately, not indicative of the direction as a whole. As such, once again, the direction was the weakest element of the episode. It certainly wasn’t as poor as that found in the previous two episodes, but all it offered in it’s stead was an unsatisfying mediocrity. The entire episode contained far too many awkward scene transitions by way of a prevalence of ineffective, disorienting cuts to black. Though this didn’t heavily detract from the material, it was a noticeable, distracting flaw nonetheless.
The music was fantastic throughout, never faltering into the jarring sort of mediocrity that was found littered throughout two or so earlier episodes. The musical selection that accompanied the scene in which
Squealer pleads for a reprieve
character designs post time-skip
Unfortunately, though thoroughly diminished in this episode, the plethora of flaws throughout this latest arc are almost entirely borne from the production side of the equation, and they solely appear to be largely indicative of a short-sighted approach to assembling the appropriate choices for the episodic directors, which, of course, is primarily the fault of Ishihama. Hopefully that doesn't become a recurring problem, since it's distracting from the extremely well-told story.
All in all, though still not able to reach the level of the first four episodes, From the New World delivers an episode that was much better and more impressive than the last two. Although this might, in the future, be deemed altogether impetuous, I’m rather confident that the majority of these touches of mediocrity that have filtered into the production will, for the most part, disappear, now that the narrative has
eased past this divergent thread
PoeticProse22
Member
From the New World 8
Though rather subdued in nature, this was a really good episode, especially the latter half. It was also the best since the fourth episode, since it, essentially, was an introduction, however temporarily, into a significantly altered world and atmosphere. The methodical pacing in this episode and most others allows for an intricately woven narrative. As such, one of the most impressive aspects of the show is that the narrative rarely seems to progress through a predictable, seemingly predetermined path. This would typically create a relatively disconnected sort of confusion, as well as an unavoidable tendency to slip into a tonal dissonance, but the story has been so masterfully constructed that it never feels disorienting or contrived.
The extensive examination and resulting insight into their unsettling society continues to be exceptionally comprehensive and well-implemented into the narrative. There were several layers of nuance added to the depiction of the bizarre, contrasting nature of their regulated actions and the uniformity of their
. As such, the relations and dynamics between each character have immensely evolved in a rather significant fashion. Though these seemingly
definitely appear to be short-lived, the emotions and unique interactions that directly derive from the individual scenarios are quite captivating. Of course, due to the sudden transition to
, the ingrained characterization has been appropriately altered for many of the characters, but, rather than feeling forced and somewhat disconcerting, it's quite believable. Essentially though, I felt that the
throughout this episode were comparatively handled better in the fifth episode, since they were more deftly illustrated in the latter.
Shun's development in this episode is incredibly interesting, as he
, due to the possibility that he's
, and that he'll eventually
. It's quite impressive that Shun was able to skilfully deduce that the
. Of course, he's always appeared to be the most perceptive in the group, since, quite often, it seems as though he was distinctly aware of the
.
My favorite sequence was Saki's
, in which all of her complicated emotions lingered on the precipice of chance, tenuously clinging to the final hope for a shred of normalcy and permanency within her
, culminating with her
. It's also rather surprising, though not entirely unexpected, that
, which definitely seems to hint at some form of
. There was a choral arrangement that brilliantly accompanied this moment; one that's nearly as fantastic as the usual selection. This scene was
, as it potentially foreshadows an imminence towards
, superbly conveying a plethora of disparate emotions. Though he could certainly
that permeates these fleeting moments. As such, there was an excellently meaningful, visual touch in this scene, in which a particular portion of the material used in the construction of the
separated their
throughout the entire conversation, illustrating the seemingly irreparable distance between
.
Aside from Saki's conversation with Shun, another one of my favorite sequences is the classroom scene, in which
, as this draws a clear parallel to
. There was a beautifully wistful musical selection that really complemented the moment, illuminating the complex emotions that were involved extremely well.
I love that there was a slightly heightened focus on Mamoru, since, though he's consistently appeared to strictly be a secondary character, I'm hoping that he receives an increased prevalence throughout the remainder of the show, so that he could be somewhat integral to the story, since the noticeable lack of development for his character remains one of the weakest elements of the show. Despite this criticism, it does seem quite likely that he'll be involved considerably more as the story progresses, possibly as
, since, due to the dialogue at the end of the
, it's been subtly foreshadowed that
. Nevertheless, for better or worse, his characterization, so far, has indicated that he'll always accompany her, and that, perhaps, their fates are inexorably entwined.
The direction was solid; a definite improvement over the last three episodes, which is somewhat surprising, impressively so, since Kazuyoshi Yaginuma is thoroughly inexperienced in that area. Aside from that, his storyboarding was also great, as the majority of it was much more fluid, displaying a logical progression from one moment to the next, which was easily the most noticeable improvement, due to the occasional absence of any sort of cohesive continuity within a particular scene throughout several of the episodes that preceded this one.
The art, however, was clearly the weakest aspect of the episode, since it was far too inconsistent. As such, though it was still very capable of illustrating particular moments in an expressive and appealing manner, the mediocre art slightly detracted from the portrayal of several interactions and motions. On the other hand, the colorful aesthetic was very visually appealing, effectively contrasting the largely unremarkable repetition of scenery throughout much of the previous three episodes. The character's movements, as a whole, were animated really well. I particularly love the altered character designs, especially Saki's and Shun's, as they're able to capture the
superbly.
All in all, From the New World begins it's second arc with a thoroughly impressive episode, while it also continues to excel in nearly every area, save for some inconsistencies within the production values. This arc, so far, is thoroughly engaging and exceptionally intriguing, particularly due to the fantastic conclusion to this episode and the preview for the next one. Following the interesting, but rather divergent thread at the end of the last arc, the return, and subsequent familiarization, to the walls of their oppressive society was portrayed wonderfully, excellently reestablishing the subtly grim and threatening nature of their meticulously structured lives.
Though rather subdued in nature, this was a really good episode, especially the latter half. It was also the best since the fourth episode, since it, essentially, was an introduction, however temporarily, into a significantly altered world and atmosphere. The methodical pacing in this episode and most others allows for an intricately woven narrative. As such, one of the most impressive aspects of the show is that the narrative rarely seems to progress through a predictable, seemingly predetermined path. This would typically create a relatively disconnected sort of confusion, as well as an unavoidable tendency to slip into a tonal dissonance, but the story has been so masterfully constructed that it never feels disorienting or contrived.
The extensive examination and resulting insight into their unsettling society continues to be exceptionally comprehensive and well-implemented into the narrative. There were several layers of nuance added to the depiction of the bizarre, contrasting nature of their regulated actions and the uniformity of their
sexual relations
experimental intimacies
their 14-year old selves
moments of intimacy
Shun's development in this episode is incredibly interesting, as he
purposefully drifts apart from the others, isolating himself from emotional connections with a self-imposed exile
displaying symptoms that indicate the potential that he's suffering from the Rahman-Crogius syndrome
transform into a fiend
Elder's were manipulating them and that they had known of their sealed Cantus all along
blood-stained mysteries that had infiltrated their society
My favorite sequence was Saki's
painfully melancholic conversation with Shun
precocious desires for a seemingly impossible romance
confession cut short and Shun's ominous warning that suggested Saki should be alert for Cats
they don't fully remember the details surrounding their summer excursion
mental manipulation by the Elders
tragically foreboding
Shun's death
remain alive, there's a dreadful inevitability
Holy Barrier
bodies from one another
Saki and the tainted creature that Shun had become
Aside from Saki's conversation with Shun, another one of my favorite sequences is the classroom scene, in which
Saki begins to cry upon truly noticing Mamoru's unrequited affections for Maria
her romantic feelings for Shun
I love that there was a slightly heightened focus on Mamoru, since, though he's consistently appeared to strictly be a secondary character, I'm hoping that he receives an increased prevalence throughout the remainder of the show, so that he could be somewhat integral to the story, since the noticeable lack of development for his character remains one of the weakest elements of the show. Despite this criticism, it does seem quite likely that he'll be involved considerably more as the story progresses, possibly as
an accessory to Maria's eventual cruelty
second episode
she'll gradually turn into an uncontrolled fiend or something else altogether
The direction was solid; a definite improvement over the last three episodes, which is somewhat surprising, impressively so, since Kazuyoshi Yaginuma is thoroughly inexperienced in that area. Aside from that, his storyboarding was also great, as the majority of it was much more fluid, displaying a logical progression from one moment to the next, which was easily the most noticeable improvement, due to the occasional absence of any sort of cohesive continuity within a particular scene throughout several of the episodes that preceded this one.
The art, however, was clearly the weakest aspect of the episode, since it was far too inconsistent. As such, though it was still very capable of illustrating particular moments in an expressive and appealing manner, the mediocre art slightly detracted from the portrayal of several interactions and motions. On the other hand, the colorful aesthetic was very visually appealing, effectively contrasting the largely unremarkable repetition of scenery throughout much of the previous three episodes. The character's movements, as a whole, were animated really well. I particularly love the altered character designs, especially Saki's and Shun's, as they're able to capture the
advancement in age
All in all, From the New World begins it's second arc with a thoroughly impressive episode, while it also continues to excel in nearly every area, save for some inconsistencies within the production values. This arc, so far, is thoroughly engaging and exceptionally intriguing, particularly due to the fantastic conclusion to this episode and the preview for the next one. Following the interesting, but rather divergent thread at the end of the last arc, the return, and subsequent familiarization, to the walls of their oppressive society was portrayed wonderfully, excellently reestablishing the subtly grim and threatening nature of their meticulously structured lives.
From the New World 8
They weren't kidding about a society based on Bonobos. It's good to see the show is still capable of creating the feeling of unease/foreboding present in the earlier episodes, although it's unfortunate the animation director seems to have fallen asleep for much of the episode.
Being Mamoru is suffering.
They weren't kidding about a society based on Bonobos. It's good to see the show is still capable of creating the feeling of unease/foreboding present in the earlier episodes, although it's unfortunate the animation director seems to have fallen asleep for much of the episode.
Shun is raising all sorts of death flags.
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Oh yeah. Best episode since the first. It's so wonderful to go back to that atmosphere of creeping dread, especially when it's supported by ominous visuals. Not to mention that the sound and music design is truly outstanding and used to its fullest effect.
In a lot of ways this actually feels like the true "next" episode after the first, in the way that it follows up and expands upon the mysteries established in that one. And now the stakes are raised much higher. I'll never forgive you if you screw up this momentum, Yamauchi.
Oh yeah. Best episode since the first. It's so wonderful to go back to that atmosphere of creeping dread, especially when it's supported by ominous visuals. Not to mention that the sound and music design is truly outstanding and used to its fullest effect.
In a lot of ways this actually feels like the true "next" episode after the first, in the way that it follows up and expands upon the mysteries established in that one. And now the stakes are raised much higher. I'll never forgive you if you screw up this momentum, Yamauchi.
SolarPowered
Member
The shows I'm most interested in are the ones I leave alone for a little while. Makes it easier to watch it at my own pace instead of thinking about it for a whole week. That is my excuse.
I love these screenshots btw. It seems like the crowd that watches Shin Sekai Yori really knows how to catch the best moments.
The "faze" cat.
Because its stylish man
PoeticProse22
Member
From the New World 9
Damn, this was a fantastic episode, and, aside from, perhaps, the fourth, it was definitely the best, as it developed the larger narrative far more extensively than the majority of the previous episodes. There was a compelling tension that permeated throughout the entire episode, illustrating a tonal restraint that was understandably lacking in the previous episode. A symbolically profound visual sort of storytelling occurred throughout much of the episode, which terrifically complemented the foreboding atmosphere. The pacing was greatly deliberate, gradually developing and consequently unraveling a cascading sequence of intriguing events, while never faltering into an uninteresting monotony.
The narrative is quite intricately woven, broadening and elaborating on a plethora of seemingly insignificant, but deftly foreshadowed and eventually meaningful developments. As such, the secretive machinations of their strictly regulated society are gradually illuminated through a highly effective precision, since, though occasionally expected, these moments of detailed elaboration corrode the veneer of a peaceful existence, slowly exposing the terribly fractured structure of their world, essentially illustrating an immensely powerful and emotionally evocative decay of perception. As such, one of the best, most intriguing sequences was
thoroughly revealing recollections, as
, momentarily glimpsed a select few of the
, consequently overhearing that they're intending to
.
was, I feel, excellently foreshadowed throughout the show or, at the very least,
characterization was suffused with an abundance of vague, but intriguing allusions to a mysterious, darkened edge of
and the potential development that involves
. These filtered nuances draw a noticeable, but partially contrasting parallel to
slowly developing characterization. It seems quite likely that if
, such an emotionally devastating development would slightly alter
character, which would be an intriguing evolution to explore. A
suddenly appeared around
, preventing the
it harbors within and imposing an accepted restriction from
; this is the first sign that directly alludes to the possibility and increased likelihood that
, essentially recalling a parallel between his current situation and the ritualistic tale he once recited that comprehensively depicted the
.
My favorite sequence was the
, as it contained a thorough amount of meaningful character and story development, illuminated by an unsettling tranquility. The tedious, comparatively mundane conversation between
greatly emphasized the dichotomy between their complacent uniformity and the temporarily dormant
that had re-awoken within
. These trite matters culminated with
. The immediate transition from Saki's calm contemplation to
was highly effective. The unexpected reveal and subsequent realization of
was handled incredibly well, as a heightened, but unwanted, knowledge is illustrated by the brightness of
and the subdued, detached colors that cloud her surroundings as she fully becomes aware of this unforeseen truth.
Saki was fantastic throughout this entire episode, displaying an insightful and sympathetic breadth of complex emotions, since her motivations are very deftly illustrated, as her
is compelling her to act in a marginally more
fashion than she normally would. Saki's highly interesting, layered characterization heavily contributes to her increasingly heightened and gradually developed role as a truly fascinating character, since the nature of her complicated characterization has never been fully divulged, but due to recent developments and her
, it has been explored far more than in episodes past. Saki lacks a certain naivety that all others, save for Shun, have willingly constructed within
, since the others seem to be distinctly aware of the
, but they, along with most others, attempts to dismiss it. Aside from Shun perhaps, she has definitely appeared to be the most perceptive, particularly in how
she has become of others, as displayed by her inability to blindly adhere to the
in the fourth episode and her refusal to
.
Maria and Mamoru, though temporarily inconsequential, seem very likely, particularly Maria, to considerably influence approaching events. As such, though not particularly subtle, I really liked the shot that incorporated a visual contrast between the
, as they sit next to one another on a bench; the sunlight reaches
face, while
remains shrouded in darkness, perhaps foretelling of the potentially
that will be ignited by
involvement, as mentioned towards the end of the
.
The music was exceptionally well-implemented throughout the entire episode, accompanying each scene with a particular emotional weight. The altered orchestral chant is brilliant, particularly in it's usage throughout the opening to this episode, as it thoroughly established the unsettling atmosphere that would pervade through the rest of the episode. The selection used during the
evoked a wistful melancholy that really accentuated the myriad of
that had surfaced during this moment. The sound direction was extremely impressive, particularly notable throughout the final scene, in which the
.
The confident, visually creative direction complemented the methodical, disturbing nature of this episode wonderfully, displaying an especially effective restraint in the construction of many integral moments, such as the final scene, in which
, as well as a necessary proficiency towards the framing of momentous moments, such as
. There was an abundance of cuts to black that were filtered into the episode, but, unlike the latter half of the seventh episode, they were used really well throughout, rarely distracting from any particular moment, but rather heightening the effect of several shocking developments.
A very nicely directed scene was that which involved
. The transition was eerily effective. One of the final shots, in which
, was beautifully constructed. Another impressive directorial touch was the moment
. I felt that the isolation of her sharp inhale worked quite well.
Unfortunately, Yamauchi is returning for the next episode, which hopefully won't be similarly plagued with an absence of narrative cohesion, as his uniquely expressionistic approach to storytelling definitely hasn't proved suitable for the duration of an entire episode. Considering the seeming importance of the next episode and the potentially important developments within, I remain quite wary at the prospect of his second attempt towards carefully handling an entire episode. However, despite the questionable nature of his directorial style, I'm really looking forward to the surrealistic visuals that typically accompany his direction, since episode 5 was rather atmospheric and strikingly beautiful.
All in all, though the last two episodes were quite good, From the New World excels with this one, effectively reestablishing the brilliantly ominous atmosphere and the immensely compelling elements of the story. The masterful, meticulous construction of the narrative continues to be the most essential strength of the show, which is a testament to how very well-written and impressively directed the story, for the most part, has been. There have certainly been several instances in which the narrative execution has considerably diminished, but these moments of disappointing inconsistency and a slight tonal dissonance have been remarkably rare. The excellent
was a terrific note to conclude the episode on. The preview, though potentially misdirection, appears to suggest that
, so it will be interesting to see what occurs, and whether or not
.
Damn, this was a fantastic episode, and, aside from, perhaps, the fourth, it was definitely the best, as it developed the larger narrative far more extensively than the majority of the previous episodes. There was a compelling tension that permeated throughout the entire episode, illustrating a tonal restraint that was understandably lacking in the previous episode. A symbolically profound visual sort of storytelling occurred throughout much of the episode, which terrifically complemented the foreboding atmosphere. The pacing was greatly deliberate, gradually developing and consequently unraveling a cascading sequence of intriguing events, while never faltering into an uninteresting monotony.
The narrative is quite intricately woven, broadening and elaborating on a plethora of seemingly insignificant, but deftly foreshadowed and eventually meaningful developments. As such, the secretive machinations of their strictly regulated society are gradually illuminated through a highly effective precision, since, though occasionally expected, these moments of detailed elaboration corrode the veneer of a peaceful existence, slowly exposing the terribly fractured structure of their world, essentially illustrating an immensely powerful and emotionally evocative decay of perception. As such, one of the best, most intriguing sequences was
Maria's
she, along with Mamoru
Ethics Committee
force one of the tainted cats into confronting Shun before he fully becomes a Karma Demon
Shun's transition into a Karma Demon
his
his character
his personality deteriorating into a more calculating and cruel version of his present self
Maria's
Shun does, in fact, die
Saki's
Holy Barrier
Pinewind
escape of whatever monstrous entity
Saki and Satoru entering
Shun is becoming a Karma Demon
descent into a Karma Demon
My favorite sequence was the
dinner scene between Saki and her parents
Saki's parents
rebellious turmoil
Saki's mind ever since Shun disappeared
Saki's break of silence and subsequent outburst
their shocked expressions upon hearing the utterance of Shun's name
Saki's lost, forgotten sister
her earlier memory
Saki was fantastic throughout this entire episode, displaying an insightful and sympathetic breadth of complex emotions, since her motivations are very deftly illustrated, as her
love for Shun
rebellious
emotional attachment to Shun
the smallest cracks of their perpetually obedient, generally respectful facades
disquieting dread that infects their secluded, potentially diseased society
rightfully distrustful
monk's every words
believe the explanations, or lack thereof, that were given by her parents and, in effect, the Ethics Committee
Maria and Mamoru, though temporarily inconsequential, seem very likely, particularly Maria, to considerably influence approaching events. As such, though not particularly subtle, I really liked the shot that incorporated a visual contrast between the
foreshadowed eventualities of Maria and Mamoru's existence
Mamoru's
Maria
catastrophic events
Maria's
second episode
The music was exceptionally well-implemented throughout the entire episode, accompanying each scene with a particular emotional weight. The altered orchestral chant is brilliant, particularly in it's usage throughout the opening to this episode, as it thoroughly established the unsettling atmosphere that would pervade through the rest of the episode. The selection used during the
dinner scene
deeply painful emotions
silence of Saki's threatening excursion into the heart of the forest is pierced with the cries of numerous beastly terrors
The confident, visually creative direction complemented the methodical, disturbing nature of this episode wonderfully, displaying an especially effective restraint in the construction of many integral moments, such as the final scene, in which
another wild animal is revealed
Maria's revelatory conversation with Saki
A very nicely directed scene was that which involved
Maria's silhouette appearing at Saki's window immediately following the remembrance of her sister
Saki's shadow, ablaze beneath the light of her torch, looms against the withered tress
Saki remembered her first meeting with Shun, and the oddly-shaped tree that was supplanted behind his family, as the partial destruction of this tree and the house that once possessed it indicates that his village was decimated
Unfortunately, Yamauchi is returning for the next episode, which hopefully won't be similarly plagued with an absence of narrative cohesion, as his uniquely expressionistic approach to storytelling definitely hasn't proved suitable for the duration of an entire episode. Considering the seeming importance of the next episode and the potentially important developments within, I remain quite wary at the prospect of his second attempt towards carefully handling an entire episode. However, despite the questionable nature of his directorial style, I'm really looking forward to the surrealistic visuals that typically accompany his direction, since episode 5 was rather atmospheric and strikingly beautiful.
All in all, though the last two episodes were quite good, From the New World excels with this one, effectively reestablishing the brilliantly ominous atmosphere and the immensely compelling elements of the story. The masterful, meticulous construction of the narrative continues to be the most essential strength of the show, which is a testament to how very well-written and impressively directed the story, for the most part, has been. There have certainly been several instances in which the narrative execution has considerably diminished, but these moments of disappointing inconsistency and a slight tonal dissonance have been remarkably rare. The excellent
cliffhanger
Shun's death is quite imminent, which would be unfortunate, but I've loved his development so far
Saki will be able to save him
Unknown Soldier
Member
That damn cliffhanger at the end of episode 9 pissed me off. I'm just glad I didn't catch up with the show until just today. The wait for the next episode is that much shorter.
Man, Episode 10 was a heartbreaker.
Based on everything Shun revealed, it's safe to say that
And this is just a theory but maybe
All in all a fantastic episode that I feel will be hard to top.
Based on everything Shun revealed, it's safe to say that
normal humans were gradually turned into queerats because of the psychics' subconscious feelings of superiority over them.
one of the reasons behind the power's spread through society was that the very first psychics subconsciously wanted to meet others like them.
All in all a fantastic episode that I feel will be hard to top.
From the New World 10
I think this episode was much better suited for Yamauchi's skills(and lack of skills in other areas) than the previous one. He actually did a pretty good job this time around. Don't misunderstand, it's still bizarre and disorienting, but it actually makes sense for it to be that way this time around. Although I don't understand why he always makes characters smile when they're not happy. In any case, Yamauchi's trippy art direction actually complements the plot in this episode. Considering most of the episode was
it was a good idea to get someone who can visually embellish a scene. Now that I think about it, this episode almost felt SHAFT-esque.
I think this episode was much better suited for Yamauchi's skills(and lack of skills in other areas) than the previous one. He actually did a pretty good job this time around. Don't misunderstand, it's still bizarre and disorienting, but it actually makes sense for it to be that way this time around. Although I don't understand why he always makes characters smile when they're not happy. In any case, Yamauchi's trippy art direction actually complements the plot in this episode. Considering most of the episode was
two people talking
I guess that confirms what most of us already suspected about mutant creatures. Although, I expected it to be conscious rather than subconscious manipulation. I suppose it still could be in some cases. I think it pretty well confirms that Queerats are psychically devolved humans.
Basileus777
Member
And by visually embellish, you mean cram as many ass shots in there as possible.
curlyfriski
Banned
Episode 10
I wasn't as down on this show as others were, and I even liked episode 5 somewhat. But damn, things have really picked up in the last couple of episodes. Yamauchi still makes some really odd composition choices (a lot of time was spent staring at Saki's crotch), but the general trippiness was a good match for the psychodrama going on in the conversation. I really felt a sense of despair in this episode, especially
. Really drove home that humanity is broken in this series, unable to control their destructive impulses.
Don't forget the crotch shots!
I wasn't as down on this show as others were, and I even liked episode 5 somewhat. But damn, things have really picked up in the last couple of episodes. Yamauchi still makes some really odd composition choices (a lot of time was spent staring at Saki's crotch), but the general trippiness was a good match for the psychodrama going on in the conversation. I really felt a sense of despair in this episode, especially
when Shun talked about killing his parents
Don't forget the crotch shots!
I did say it was SHAFT-esque at times.
curlyfriski
Banned
The fan service seemed odd to me. The character designs are too minimalistic for proper objectification.
Unknown Soldier
Member
I think I counted a total of 3 ass shots the whole episode. This isn't real SHAFT we're talking about anyways.
The only problem with the way they change out episode directors is the almost dizzying shifts in artistic style from one episode to the next.
Yamauchi is the only one with a drastically different visual style. The problem with the other bad episode is that the director just sucked.
PoeticProse22
Member
From the New World 10
This was an incredible, emotionally devastating episode. Though rather simplistic in nature, this episode was filled with a plethora of emotionally complex developments, depicting a greater focus on
compelling
and the unavoidable
that has infiltrated it‘s unrealized form, having lost any chance for a hopeful fruition of these
. The episode, though slightly underwhelming in several areas of the production, never faltered into a primarily flawed execution. As such, the directorial touches were surprisingly suitable, as, unlike episode five, a narrative cohesion, though barely perceptible at times, was infused into the episode. Essentially, this was the best episode of the series, slightly elevating above the fourth and ninth episodes.
My favorite sequence, by far, was
intimate, beautifully melancholic conversation. This entire interaction displayed a nuanced depth to their
that hadn’t previously been felt, while two divergent threads of emotion filtered into
.
is calmly acceptant of
, while
intermittently
, clinging onto a fleeting vestige of
. These final glimpses of a
between them revealed a subdued, but effective tension.
words comprehensively illuminated the inherent risk and inevitable impossibility of constructing and subsequently regulating a relatively “perfect”
, since it will ultimately be undone by the inability for the individuals that populate this
section of humanity to
, while also touching upon the unexpected realization that his subconscious thoughts had previously
, as it's also revealed that this unintended consequence caused the
. The musical selection that was used throughout excellently captured the wistful, bitter emotions that permeated this scene.
Another sequence I really enjoyed was Saki’s beautifully atmospheric
. Shun’s introspective narration was thoroughly insightful and brilliantly weaved into
. I felt that the unsettling emotions that pervaded throughout these illusory fragments of momentary hopelessness were excellently illustrated, especially due to the claustrophobic direction that accentuated
. The choral chant that accompanied this scene wonderfully illuminated the underlying despair that had unexpectedly crept into
life.
One of the more effective moments accompanied the scene in which a
appeared in front of Saki, followed by a momentary glimpse of Shun’s emotionally fractured façade, where he
the unsightly consequences of his
, as his
continues to uncontrollably deter from a subdued existence. The haunting musical selection really elevated this insight into
psyche. Another one of my favorite scenes was
, which possessed a desolate beauty, from the colorful backgrounds to the
. As such, perhaps this secluded
illustrates a parallel to the ritualistic parable
, in which that particular
threw
, willingly
, since it would likely lead to the
.
The opening sequence was rather intriguing, as the previously tranquil
, but fortunately, due to
, she
, culminating with the brutal
. Though somewhat foreseeable, I really liked the explanation which indicated that the
is, in fact,
the world from the
, rather than preventing
.
conversation also established the very intriguing realization that the
, such as the
, were essentially
from the fragments of
. This could also explain the
, as their slipped
could have
. It will be highly interesting to unravel the inevitable consequences that will follow
, which, though seemingly hidden, are very unlikely to remain so, since the
have been perfectly aware of the smallest
, previously displayed following their
into the
and the apparent necessity to
.
The heightened focus on
was extremely effective in establishing the emotional undercurrent of this episode, and the entire arc, for the matter, since, due to
, it seems likely that
will begin to further
, and that her possibly
will propel her to a sort of
she had never felt before. As such,
compelling interactions
, having rarely failed to provide, at the very least, a singular element of meaningful intrigue. Though unlikely and certainly not expected, the consequent
, in turn, has the potential to create a seemingly unfortunate dichotomy between
and the subsequent
.
was a momentous development, likely altering the direction of the narrative significantly. Though somewhat predictable, this development was handled extremely well, since this
was expertly foreshadowed. As such, the most intensely emotional moment was the
, in which
, and
, having
,
, drawing upon their
and the fragility of their
, followed by his
, culminating with the symbolic
, as
, lingering only in thought.
The structure of the narrative, so far, has been masterfully methodical, slowly divulging specific inclinations within each character, as well as deftly illuminating subtly foreboding foreshadowing, which has typically led to eventual examinations of said foreshadowing in a rather satisfying fashion, evoking a considerably ominous melancholy that has effectively illuminated this
, since their
could very well lead to a partial
of their society, particularly indicated by the mystery that surrounds
involvement in the story, as momentarily touched upon by the
.
Yamauchi’s direction, though it remains occasionally flawed, was a marked improvement over the terrible quality found in his previous attempt. As such, in a satisfying contrast to the fifth episode, Yamauchi’s expressionistic direction didn’t, for the most part, detract from the poignancy of the disparate emotions that suffused the entire episode. In fact, his surrealistic style actually complemented the melancholic atmosphere and
quite well. His unnecessary predilection for numerous close-ups, though still entirely prevalent, wasn’t noticeably detrimental to the effectiveness of the story, as the emotional nature of the episode benefited from this highly personal approach to a distinctly visual storytelling. The storyboarding was moderately unimpressive, as it still failed to construct an entirely cohesive narrative, but surprisingly, given the abstract nature of this episode, the resulting lack of cohesion didn’t particularly disorient too heavily. The scene transitions weren’t nearly as incoherent as in the fifth episode, but of course, there was still a slight tendency to avoid a logical progression within each scene, but it worked quite well throughout, rarely slipping into a distracting repetition.
This visuals were amazingly unique and highly creative, most evident in the striking exteriors, displaying a particular ambience that worked extremely well. Though the visuals are distinctly removed from the majority of the previous episodes, I feel that the significant contrast is rather effective in establishing the dreamlike nature of this episode. The animation, on the other hand, was unspectacular and inconsistent, but, despite the occasional touch of mediocrity within movements and facial expressions, it, thankfully, never detracted from the effectiveness of any particular moment, as the emotional resonance was hardly diminished. Musically, this episode was amazing, as Komori Shigeo continues to deliver a plethora of stunning compositions, which were excellently accentuated throughout. The sound direction was also superbly effective during several sequences, particularly throughout the scene in which
, as the echo of his manifested words reverberated around
.
All in all, From the New World consistently manages to masterfully excel with it's complex story, engaging characters, and thoroughly intriguing developments, delivering, once again, a beautiful, impressively executed episode. The story, so far, has been very well-written, illustrating a necessary precision in the meticulous construction of the narrative, slowly developing a particular nuance within a character’s development or an essential subtlety within the gradual evolution of their civilization, as it also balances a plethora of dichotomous emotions. It appears quite possible that, if not now,
will eventually uncover the
that has potentially restrained and partially weakened
, while also thoroughly tampering with
, which could very well occur again. This would be an extremely interesting direction to take, as it offers the most potential for the complexities within
to be fully dissected. It also seems likely that
will be far more prevalent and essential to the remainder of the story, since, up until now, they’ve only been tangentially involved.
This was an incredible, emotionally devastating episode. Though rather simplistic in nature, this episode was filled with a plethora of emotionally complex developments, depicting a greater focus on
Shun and Saki’s
relationship
tragedy
feelings
My favorite sequence, by far, was
Saki and Shun’s
relationship
their fleeting conversation
Shun
his imminent death
Saki
pleads for him to stay by her side
hope
mutual love
Shun's
society
“diseased”
control their own thoughts and desires
affected reality
destruction of his village
Another sequence I really enjoyed was Saki’s beautifully atmospheric
trek through the forest
Saki’s struggles to find him
her increased anguish and uncertainty
Saki’s
One of the more effective moments accompanied the scene in which a
deformed Subaru
painfully admonishes
unfortunate “illness”
cantus
Shun’s distressed
Saki’s introduction into Shun’s artificial world
house that sits isolated in the middle of a lake
abode
Shun once spoke of
karma demon
himself into the depths of a lake
sacrificing his ability to continue living
destruction of his world
The opening sequence was rather intriguing, as the previously tranquil
cat attacked Saki
Shun’s protective charm
escaped unscathed
death of the cat by her cantus
Holy Barrier
protecting
threats within
others from entering
Saki and Shun's
wild animals that roam the fringes of their world
minoshiro
born
escaped cantus
queerats
cantus
mutated other humans into the creatures they have become
Saki’s rebellious actions
Ethics Committee
infraction against their unblemished social order
forbidden excursion
edges of the forest
dissolve their acquired knowledge
The heightened focus on
Saki and Shun’s relationship
Shun's tragic fate
Saki
rebel against the Committee
fractured psyche
savage motivation
Saki and Shun’s
were consistently engaging
absence of this dynamic
her interactions with Shun
interactions she has with the others
Shun’s death
dreaded eventuality
final scene
Shun spoke of his love for Saki
Saki
departed from him
cries out his name for the last time
irreparably shattered dreams
romantic aspirations
mournful decadence
cracking of the mask
Shun’s existence effectively disappears
The structure of the narrative, so far, has been masterfully methodical, slowly divulging specific inclinations within each character, as well as deftly illuminating subtly foreboding foreshadowing, which has typically led to eventual examinations of said foreshadowing in a rather satisfying fashion, evoking a considerably ominous melancholy that has effectively illuminated this
nihilistic sort of morose inevitability to an eventual chaos
manipulated powers
ruination
Maria’s
bit of narration at the end of the second episode
Yamauchi’s direction, though it remains occasionally flawed, was a marked improvement over the terrible quality found in his previous attempt. As such, in a satisfying contrast to the fifth episode, Yamauchi’s expressionistic direction didn’t, for the most part, detract from the poignancy of the disparate emotions that suffused the entire episode. In fact, his surrealistic style actually complemented the melancholic atmosphere and
tragic developments
This visuals were amazingly unique and highly creative, most evident in the striking exteriors, displaying a particular ambience that worked extremely well. Though the visuals are distinctly removed from the majority of the previous episodes, I feel that the significant contrast is rather effective in establishing the dreamlike nature of this episode. The animation, on the other hand, was unspectacular and inconsistent, but, despite the occasional touch of mediocrity within movements and facial expressions, it, thankfully, never detracted from the effectiveness of any particular moment, as the emotional resonance was hardly diminished. Musically, this episode was amazing, as Komori Shigeo continues to deliver a plethora of stunning compositions, which were excellently accentuated throughout. The sound direction was also superbly effective during several sequences, particularly throughout the scene in which
Saki first encounters Shun in the forest
Saki’s approaching footsteps
All in all, From the New World consistently manages to masterfully excel with it's complex story, engaging characters, and thoroughly intriguing developments, delivering, once again, a beautiful, impressively executed episode. The story, so far, has been very well-written, illustrating a necessary precision in the meticulous construction of the narrative, slowly developing a particular nuance within a character’s development or an essential subtlety within the gradual evolution of their civilization, as it also balances a plethora of dichotomous emotions. It appears quite possible that, if not now,
Saki and the others
deceptive manipulation
their abilities
their memories
their society
Maria and Mamoru
CornBurrito
Member
Episode 10 was really bad. That kind of slow pace was NOT necessary.
The pacing is really to the shows detriment.
The pacing is really to the shows detriment.
KuwabaraTheMan
Banned
Really, I thought Episode 10 was fantastic, and one of the most enjoyable of the show. It was quite a thoughtful and emotional episode which felt like the manifestation of a lot of what the show has been building up towards. I love the revelation that
a lot of the crazy and horrible stuff in this world is a result of human waste product, essentially. With the Powers littering and corrupting the world and people paying the price because of that.
The pacing was methodical, but it worked. This scene needed to have an entire episode dedicated to it, because of what a big turning point it is. Beyond that, it was a really good looking episode, and the surreal visuals absolutely added to the experience of the episode and Saki's disorientation.
CornBurrito
Member
I actually decided to rewatch it to see if I'd appreciate it more. I do. However, I think I'm a bit fed up with the slow pacing in general.
The episode was beautiful (visually) no doubt.
umop_3pisdn
Member
I think the pacing really worked in this episode. When you're basically looking at the end of something (Shun's life, or Saki having Shun in her life) time kind of slows down. It's hard to articulate so my explanation is going to be lacking, but I've had an experience where according to everything I knew then I was staring at my imminent death, and it felt quite a bit like this episode. It's slow and you sort of keep anticipating something you know is going to happen, but you just want the time you have to drag on a little longer, at the same time that it's kind of painful and you just want it to be over. It's a really strange feeling.
Anyways I just watched episode 11, and this show is heartbreaking. The revelation about Saki's sister probably carried more weight, but something about this seems harsher
even not considering the boy's life they messed up just to fill a gap
I think in general, the show has been much stronger since the current storyline started. In the first story arc, it started rather strong, built up to a point where events were going to really happen, and then it just shat its pants. After that there was an episode of cleaning up the mess it made, and that was the end of the arc. It felt rather unsatisfying as a result, and it was doubtful if the rest of the series would be able to return to a point where it was worthwhile.
Starting with episode 8 though, it felt like a fresh start in terms of narrative, and it has been really good since. The focus on the older characters dealing with the unusual customs in their world and experimenting with relationships was interesting, but what was more interesting was the return to the mystery-horror angle which probably hooked most viewers in the first place. The developments have been interesting, and there are some really visually arresting scenes which serve to hammer home the emotions felt by the characters.
In the recent episodes especially, what is interesting is how much more at ease the general direction feels. Even though the staff behind the poorest episodes of the show (ep5 and ep6) are still working on episodes, it seems they're more at home with the subject matter and narrative pace of the current story direction. Instead of the episodes feeling out of place with poor action scenes and confused direction, we're getting stuff which really takes advantage of the atmospheric tone, and the visuals complement the writing really well.
It's nice to see the series come out strong again after taking a massive dip earlier on, and I really hope it manages to stay this way.
Starting with episode 8 though, it felt like a fresh start in terms of narrative, and it has been really good since. The focus on the older characters dealing with the unusual customs in their world and experimenting with relationships was interesting, but what was more interesting was the return to the mystery-horror angle which probably hooked most viewers in the first place. The developments have been interesting, and there are some really visually arresting scenes which serve to hammer home the emotions felt by the characters.
In the recent episodes especially, what is interesting is how much more at ease the general direction feels. Even though the staff behind the poorest episodes of the show (ep5 and ep6) are still working on episodes, it seems they're more at home with the subject matter and narrative pace of the current story direction. Instead of the episodes feeling out of place with poor action scenes and confused direction, we're getting stuff which really takes advantage of the atmospheric tone, and the visuals complement the writing really well.
It's nice to see the series come out strong again after taking a massive dip earlier on, and I really hope it manages to stay this way.
CornBurrito
Member
Damnnnnnn.
Episode 11 was absolutely amazing.
Episode 11 was absolutely amazing.
Obi-wan Shun-obi
What?
CornBurrito
Member
PoeticProse22
Member
From the New World 11
This was a terrific, highly atmospheric episode, satisfyingly exploring the surprising consequences of the significant developments that occurred in the previous episode. Following the conclusion of the first arc, the narrative has become far more compelling, indicative of a considerably stronger and more consistent execution. The methodical pacing has been greatly refreshing, allowing for an appropriate focus on a plethora of disparate nuances that are necessary in order to properly construct an effectively mysterious story.
The opening was a compelling, highly effective introduction to the unpredictably cruel transition between the emotionally poignant conclusion to the last episode and the
in this one, illustrating an exceptionally well-implemented, intentionally dissonant development, as Saki, due to her
,
, some tangential, previously unknown
, has somehow
, emotional significance to
, and the numerous affectations that once
, who, though entirely absent from most of the others, has
, as her
is similar to an indistinct, nearly
. This sequence brilliantly illuminates a foreshadowed
. Its a superbly
that immediately established the deeply foreboding atmosphere that thoroughly pervaded through the remainder of the episode.
My favorite sequence, by far, was
, in which, upon hearing
, a fleeting glimpse of
was interspersed into
, as though he was, for the smallest moment, already capable of
. The echoed isolation of
was quite effective. This is then followed by an excellent transition into Saki's
, as
beneath the moonlight, followed by
, as he questions
. It also seemingly focused on or, at the very least, provided a visual representation of all the numerous
, such as
, denoted by a prevalence of
. The typically superb choral selection accompanied this moment wonderfully.
Another excellent sequence was the culminating moment in which Saki and the others began to
, as Saki faintly
, and that she, at one time, was
. The direction throughout this sequence was fantastic, skillfully illuminating a very effective tension. As such, Sakis initial
was visually portrayed by a
, followed by an atmospheric shot of
. This combination of impressionistic imagery comprehensively illustrated the barely perceptible, seemingly tenuous connection that had
. I also loved the shot of the light gradually diminishing behind the darkened clouds, since this deftly parallels the
. The mournful musical selection that accompanied this sequence complemented the ominous atmosphere considerably well, excellently evoking the lingering sensation of
.
Though potentially misdirection or altogether non-existent, there were several elements of foreshadowing for
woven into this episode, such as
and the subsequent ease
, as well as
. This noticeable, yet understandable, aversion from
strongly resembles the reactions previously displayed on numerous occasions by
, but, above all, rather than a mere
, this complex connection between
appears likely to influence further developments as the story progresses, perhaps foretelling, once again, of the distinct possibility that
will, over time, begin to slowly
, and, in turn,
themselves completely. Of course, though one direction is expected and most likely to occur, the narrative developments for both dichotomous dynamics remains an uncertain eventuality, since its unclear whether any of them will resolve in
.
The conclusion of this episode was highly compelling, since the
. This episode also depicted what appears to be the dawning of the societal transition between
, as it seems that, perhaps,
was actively encouraged, if not altogether enforced, throughout the few years between
. Though not fully altered yet, it appears that these binary selections are purposefully intended to propel the
, such as
, to move past this particularly temporary section of
, most evident in the regulated
.
The characterization throughout was really well-defined. As such, their thoroughly contrasting reactions to the realized
were very intriguing, particularly
, as, unlike
, the others were quite
, regardless of the potentially severe
, illustrating a perpetual
, inherently possess. Although his appearance was suitably brief and comparatively unimportant,
is an incredibly sympathetic character, and it will be interesting to see if
will be explored further.
Tomoya Takahashis direction was understated, but quite effective in its simplicity, properly accentuating a plethora of subtle emotions throughout the episode, particularly notable during the scene in which
. One of my favorite shots was the expressive framing of
. Mamoru Kurosawas storyboarding, in a thoroughly surprising contrast to the sixth episode, was excellent. Musically, this was another strong, thoroughly consistent episode, lacking any particular selection that was utilized in an unappealing fashion.
All in all, From the New World has consistently excelled with its thoroughly well-written story, beautifully atmospheric storytelling, and its narrative execution, rarely faltering, despite the slow nature of developments, into an unfortunate monotony. Theres a heightened cohesion within the narrative that has thoroughly elevated the effectiveness of the storytelling. As such, the first arc possessed a distinctly fragmentary narrative, suffused with an unfortunate tendency to slip into an occasionally simplistic mediocrity towards the end, and, though quite satisfying in it's own right, this has been a substantial improvement, since, so far, the impressively high quality hasnt even marginally deteriorated. Judging by the preview, it appears likely that
will reveal, at the very least, a fraction of
, perhaps elaborating further on the
. The most intriguing shot is the
. Though this particular development remains unclear, it seems that
, which would be a really interesting development.
This was a terrific, highly atmospheric episode, satisfyingly exploring the surprising consequences of the significant developments that occurred in the previous episode. Following the conclusion of the first arc, the narrative has become far more compelling, indicative of a considerably stronger and more consistent execution. The methodical pacing has been greatly refreshing, allowing for an appropriate focus on a plethora of disparate nuances that are necessary in order to properly construct an effectively mysterious story.
The opening was a compelling, highly effective introduction to the unpredictably cruel transition between the emotionally poignant conclusion to the last episode and the
unforeseen, but significant manipulation
immense love for Shun
struggles considerably with the implanted idea that Ryou
character
adopted Shuns characterization
Saki
partially defined Shun
disturbingly become a distant echo in Sakis thoughts
memory of him
forgotten shadow
dread
unsettling realization
My favorite sequence, by far, was
Saki's imaginative reverie
Ryou elaborate on the starlit boat ride they once supposedly shared together
Satoru's perplexed, seemingly terrified reaction towards Ryou's initial appearance
her fantastical recollections
seeing through the veneer of meticulously constructed, but recognizable manipulation
Shun's imagined words
introspective memories
she places flowers next to Shun's grave
Shun's illusory voice
her reasoning for potentially forgetting about him
individuals that didnt survive their youth
Reiko or Sakis sister
unmarked gravestones
Another excellent sequence was the culminating moment in which Saki and the others began to
construct the nihilistic entirety of the mental manipulation exacted upon them
remembers Reiko
an integral member of the group
vestige of remembrance
momentarily distorted glimpse of Reikos faded silhouette
an abundance of cracked gravestones
shockingly filtered into their fractured memories, resurfacing from concealed depths
foreshadowed consequences that inevitably await due to their awakened knowledge
imminent danger
Though potentially misdirection or altogether non-existent, there were several elements of foreshadowing for
Maria and Mamoru
Mamorus chaotic and pleading insistence for the others to refrain from indulging their inquisitive natures
Maria displayed in severing their momentous realizations by hugging him
Marias whispered notions of a passive, restrained existence
curiosity
Sakis parents
lack of desire for the truth
Maria and Mamoru
Maria and Mamoru
diverge from Saki and Satorus path
separate
adhering to the accepted nature of their immensely flawed and corrupted society
The conclusion of this episode was highly compelling, since the
Ethics Committee has been, throughout the entire story, remarkably knowledgeable of their previously disobedient actions, so Im really looking forward to what awaits her
sexual relations
same-sex intimacy
adolescence and proper maturity
youth of their civilization
Saki and Satoru
their lives
groups of two that mutually declared one another as a duty pair
The characterization throughout was really well-defined. As such, their thoroughly contrasting reactions to the realized
fragment of a significantly tampered memory
Mamorus
Mamoru
eager to uncover the true nature of their partially manufactured lives
consequences
rebellion of sorts that the others, save for Mamoru, to an extent
Ryou
his temporarily weightless existence
Tomoya Takahashis direction was understated, but quite effective in its simplicity, properly accentuating a plethora of subtle emotions throughout the episode, particularly notable during the scene in which
Mamoru nearly suffers an emotional breakdown due to the painful realizations of their corroded memories
Maria, Saki, and Satorus silhouettes against the sunset
All in all, From the New World has consistently excelled with its thoroughly well-written story, beautifully atmospheric storytelling, and its narrative execution, rarely faltering, despite the slow nature of developments, into an unfortunate monotony. Theres a heightened cohesion within the narrative that has thoroughly elevated the effectiveness of the storytelling. As such, the first arc possessed a distinctly fragmentary narrative, suffused with an unfortunate tendency to slip into an occasionally simplistic mediocrity towards the end, and, though quite satisfying in it's own right, this has been a substantial improvement, since, so far, the impressively high quality hasnt even marginally deteriorated. Judging by the preview, it appears likely that
Satorus grandmother
her considerable knowledge
uniquely hidden cruelties found within their world
brief sight of a bloodied Shun wandering through the halls of a house
Saki could potentially be chosen by Satorus grandmother as her eventual successor
Unknown Soldier
Member
One of the hallmarks of really great speculative fiction is starting with a single idea and then running with it to create a convincing, thoroughly-defined world. The single idea here is, "What would happen if humans actually gained powers of telekinesis?" From there, an entire world filled with interesting and sympathetic characters has sprung forth.
In an age of shows which mostly have 12-13 episodes, this show is also notable for doggedly telling it's story at it's own pace. I suppose this is an advantage of having a 26 episodes run to complete the narrative. In this regard it's not unlike the concurrently airing Robotics;Notes.
In an age of shows which mostly have 12-13 episodes, this show is also notable for doggedly telling it's story at it's own pace. I suppose this is an advantage of having a 26 episodes run to complete the narrative. In this regard it's not unlike the concurrently airing Robotics;Notes.
From the New World 12
This show has really come into its own in the last few episodes. None of the revelations here were particularly surprising, but it was still nice to see the reactions of the characters involved and the finer details that led to their society being the way it is. It helps that there was some really nice storyboarding and animation in this episode.
This show has really come into its own in the last few episodes. None of the revelations here were particularly surprising, but it was still nice to see the reactions of the characters involved and the finer details that led to their society being the way it is. It helps that there was some really nice storyboarding and animation in this episode.
CornBurrito
Member
I'm a bit confused now with regards to episode 4, now that we have the information from episode 12.
The library mentions that the scientists who formed new society developed tests that could pinpoint individuals who would violate the Code of Ethics, and the standard solution was elimination of those individuals. However, the story told to us in episode 12 is slightly different. Apparently the mass eliminations (and the breeding of the copycats/phasecats) started only 80 years ago. But the society is surely older than just 80 years.
A common theme with the eliminations of students has been their generally poor use of Cantus. Reika couldn't do the simplest of school assignments. Saki's sister could hardly form letters. Are these people killed because they will turn into Fiends? K wasn't mentioned to have poor control of his Cantus. Only a subconscious desire for violence.
A common theme with the eliminations of students has been their generally poor use of Cantus. Reika couldn't do the simplest of school assignments. Saki's sister could hardly form letters. Are these people killed because they will turn into Fiends? K wasn't mentioned to have poor control of his Cantus. Only a subconscious desire for violence.
The cats are merely the solution employed by Kamisu 66 to dispose of people with tendencies towards becoming Fiends, specifically bred for that purpose. The Code of Ethics was revised specifically by the Board in response to Boy K; there's no "national" or even international governance any more to create a standard legal structure. We have no idea, for instance, what the American or European treatments of these phenomena are. I would assume that in a tiny community like Kamisu 66 they may never have had a Fiend appear before.
I'm not sure at what point death feedback was encoded/bred into the human genome, but I would have thought that the actions of the final Emperor who was assassinated by samurai in the flashback we saw earlier in the series would classify him as a Fiend as well.
There are many ways to kill a person!
I'm not sure at what point death feedback was encoded/bred into the human genome, but I would have thought that the actions of the final Emperor who was assassinated by samurai in the flashback we saw earlier in the series would classify him as a Fiend as well.
There are many ways to kill a person!
This is purely specula on my part, as I don't know the answer myself, but I wonder whether those eliminated for "poor use of Cantus" are taken out for their potential to become Karma Demons, rather than Fiends. The guy who cheated in the tournament in episode 2 may have been a potential Fiend - a subversive element - but at least he could control his Cantus. If you can't control yourself consciously, how are you supposed to control it subconsciously?
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