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[BassForever]

Soul Eater NOT 3

Bones why? That action scene was so good all it does is make me thirsty for a full adaptation of Soul Eater. You're way too good for this go nowhere moe crap.

The rest of the episode was just a whole lot of nothing happening, the show is most interesting when it's not focusing on our three female love triangle.

 

[Branduil]

Hey if you believe something vague like that, I have a palace on Mars I want to sell you.



Depends on the show ultimately. And even with good schedules, it's rare that an entire show will be completed before it airs. The first few episodes of most BONES show probably don't require any noticeable corrections at all for home video release. The later episodes could run into issues anyway when things start to catch up on them. Eureka 7 is a good example where even with a solid schedule, they blew it with episode 26 which took months to complete. Since it was a 50 episode series, the quality started to suffer. The final few episodes of the show got a ton of corrections on DVD. They completely redrew several scenes in the final episode.

Looking at this year's slate... Noragami and Space Dandy seem to be shows which were completed before they went on air. Chaika and Captain Earth have been in production since last year, so they're probably pretty far along too. Soul Eater Not looks pretty unpolished for a BONES series, since they put the Noragami team on it right after they wrapped up that series.

Do you think BONES would do Eureka 7 as a split-cour show if they were making it today?

 

[duckroll]

Do you think BONES would do Eureka 7 as a split-cour show if they were making it today?

I don't think that's up to BONES really. It's not worth playing the what if scenario in this instance because the only reason E7 was greenlit in the first place was because Bandai and various partners thought they could create a brand new kids to teens franchise spanning games, toys, anime, etc. It aired at 7am in the morning too. So those factors indicate that how it aired was linked to the funding and the nature of the show.

 

[FelixOrion]

Heso Forte! Sounds like a sequel to Umetsu's Mezzo Forte though. And Umetsu is shit.
So some points docked for that. Also that was catch-up for last week in the first place.
Logical Logical
Not that I don't consider Akari best. She is pretty best.


The first 2 episodes of School Days are pretty damn boring.

Yeah, she pretty best so far.

Oh so it's gonna pick up? *rubs hands*

If you show off your belly button all the time, it won't become magical.

That feel when you'll never become a hacker mahou shoujo even with a covered belly button:

What's that one thing you want but can't afford, AnimeGAF?

Spoiler

;_;

Now Yamato seems reasonable!

 

[Link Man]

Anohana 3

Wh-what!?

And I should really stop watching this while chopping onions and sucking on hot sauce.

 

[Jarmel]

Do you think BONES would do Eureka 7 as a split-cour show if they were making it today?

No. It would almost certainly be 26 episodes total.

 

[Branduil]

I don't think that's up to BONES really. It's not worth playing the what if scenario in this instance because the only reason E7 was greenlit in the first place was because Bandai and various partners thought they could create a brand new kids to teens franchise spanning games, toys, anime, etc. It aired at 7am in the morning too. So those factors indicate that how it aired was linked to the funding and the nature of the show.

That makes sense, it seems unlikely someone would greenlight that today given how well BONES has managed franchises, LOL.

 

[Jarmel]

I can't imagine BONES trying to do E7 for the first time now. Mostly because I don't know if Kyoda doing the original was a fluke or not.

 

[Dead]

I think very few studios are able to produce 50 episode original anime content in one go anymore. That ship sailed around 2007-2008. I think the split cour system theoretically could help with production schedule, but I find that most of the time it is a detriment to the storytelling (ex: almost any split cour show in the past 6 years)

E7 especially would be pretty much impossible to make today as it was made in 05, in terms of content, etc.

 

[Zeppeli]

50 episodes is too much. 26 to 28 is perfect for a longer anime.

 

[duckroll]

Even Yamato with its weird schedule wasn't finished in time! And it was basically 1-2 episodes a month for a while, until the TV airings anyway.

Funniest part about it is how AIC was announced as a co-production partner, and then dropped out after ep10. Either they got fired, or they couldn't afford the resources for whatever reason, since the entire studio is collapsing on itself. I think they might be dead today, considering how the Persona 3 movies have moved on from AIC ASTA to A-1 Pictures completely now. Lol.

 

[Dead]

Funniest part about it is how AIC was announced as a co-production partner, and then dropped out after ep10. Either they got fired, or they couldn't afford the resources for whatever reason, since the entire studio is collapsing on itself. I think they might be dead today, considering how the Persona 3 movies have moved on from AIC ASTA to A-1 Pictures completely now. Lol.

isnt that what happened to Hellsing ultimate lol

 

[fertygo]

Funniest part about it is how AIC was announced as a co-production partner, and then dropped out after ep10. Either they got fired, or they couldn't afford the resources for whatever reason, since the entire studio is collapsing on itself. I think they might be dead today, considering how the Persona 3 movies have moved on from AIC ASTA to A-1 Pictures completely now. Lol.

What? really? lol

 

[firehawk12]

Anime is suffering, truly.

 

[Jarmel]

I think the split cour system theoretically could help with production schedule, but I find that most of the time it is a detriment to the storytelling (ex: almost any split cour show in the past 6 years)

Honestly the only successful one I can think of is Fate/Zero.

 

[Branduil]

I don't think there's anything wrong with Space Dandy's split cour, but that's an extremely episodic show to begin with.

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

50 episodes is too much. 26 to 28 is perfect for a longer anime.

I miss 50 episode shows. I would hope G Reco is.

 

[Jarmel]

I don't think there's anything wrong with Space Dandy's split cour, but that's an extremely episodic show to begin with.

It's why I didn't add Mushishi. There really isn't a long form story to tell so episodic production is all that's left.

 

[wonzo]

cant wait for split-split cours #sailormoon2014

 

[Narag]

cant wait for split-split cours #sailormoon2014

biweekly to be the new hotness

 

[duckroll]

isnt that what happened to Hellsing ultimate lol

No. Hellsing Ultimate was much, much worse. It went through 3 different production studios (Satelight -> Madhouse -> Graphinica+Kelmadick) each with different directors and supporting staff. The only staff which stayed on throughout the entire production were the designers, composer, and some animators. It was fucking crazy. Even with all the studio changes and stuff, most of the series was almost completely outsourced to South Korea for animation, with the animation director(s) doing a shitload of corrections.

:anime

 

[R_thanatos]

What's that one thing you want but can't afford, AnimeGAF?

Spoiler

;_;

No blu ray set should cost that much , unless it comes with multiples figs

Move over Saki Cinematic Universe, there's a new PA Works Cinematic Universe in town:

I see a bunch of maidens... I ...like it.
.

Narag has something going with r_thanatos, damned if I know what though.

Might have to update this classic at some point:

Proof that animegaf has enough delusions to make anything a reality .

 

[Dead]

I don't think there's anything wrong with Space Dandy's split cour, but that's an extremely episodic show to begin with.

Yeah, that should be okay due to the content, but other stuff has mostly resulted in terrible story telling. Way too much room to allow audience reaction to play a part in altering the story in order to pander to their preferences.

 

[Jarmel]

No. Hellsing Ultimate was much, much worse. It went through 3 different production studios (Satelight -> Madhouse -> Graphinica+Kelmadick) each with different directors and supporting staff. The only staff which stayed on throughout the entire production were the designers, composer, and some animators. It was fucking crazy. Even with all the studio changes and stuff, most of the series was almost completely outsourced to South Korea for animation, with the animation director(s) doing a shitload of corrections.

:anime

and it shows

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

biweekly to be the new hotness

Bimonthly, the Araki style

 

[BassForever]

No. Hellsing Ultimate was much, much worse. It went through 3 different production studios (Satelight -> Madhouse -> Graphinica+Kelmadick) each with different directors and supporting staff. The only staff which stayed on throughout the entire production were the designers, composer, and some animators. It was fucking crazy. Even with all the studio changes and stuff, most of the series was almost completely outsourced to South Korea for animation, with the animation director(s) doing a shitload of corrections.

:anime

I haven't seen 9 and 10, but 1-8 of Ultimate were pretty awesome and consistent where if you hadn't told me it had production issues I would have never known

Also isn't Phi Brain anime original? It's been pretty enjoyable and just finished up it's 3rd season of 25 episodes.

Edit2: Also the new YGO anime isn't an adaptation of anything and will probably run for awhile

 

[Dead]

No. Hellsing Ultimate was much, much worse. It went through 3 different production studios (Satelight -> Madhouse -> Graphinica+Kelmadick) each with different directors and supporting staff. The only staff which stayed on throughout the entire production were the designers, composer, and some animators. It was fucking crazy. Even with all the studio changes and stuff, most of the series was almost completely outsourced to South Korea for animation, with the animation director(s) doing a shitload of corrections.

:anime

:kissdum

 

[strangedopamine]

50 episodes is too much. 26 to 28 is perfect for a longer anime.

Gundam Build Fighters should've been 50 episodes. It was too good to end so soon.

:kissdum

It's been a week since I last watched some of that. Might need to watch a bit more.

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

Gundam Build Fighters should've been 50 episodes. It was too good to end so soon.

I agree with this. Hopefully we get a second season or something.

 

[Dedication Through Light]

M3: That Dark Metal Episode 2: Embrace the Reaper

Heito with the darkest past yet with the second best voice was a bit shocking. Enjoyed his scenes and personality for the bunch.

Spoiler

I imagine being saved by Akashi will help to integrate him into the group now and that he wont be a loner anymore

. Hadnt realized beforehand tha Minashi had my favorite VA as of late so every moment with him on screen was pleasant. Its hard not to feel happy seeing him just living life to the fullest, kidding around, or lounging, and teasing everywhere. Wonder what assistance he'll give in battle or if he'll remain the one they lean on to be comforted.

 

[Blusby]

Fate/Stay Night's site is apparently gonna have another update on May 3rd as Ufotable mentioned for English speakers that a clean PV will be shown, also the Rin/Archer bio will probably be up as well.
Also kinda unrelated but still hilarious (This is from a theatrical film's BD release mind you):

 

[duckroll]

I haven't seen 9 and 10, but 1-8 of Ultimate were pretty awesome and consistent where if you hadn't told me it had production issues I would have never known

8 was a fucking mess. I bought all the Japanese DVDs (and later the BDs as they started coming out) for 1-8. But after watching 8 and finishing the manga, I stopped buying the series. Haven't seen them either, because really, who cares. Totally went down the toilet in a single volume. Awful direction, awful scene composition, some of the worst editing I've seen in an hour long OVA. It was totally phoned in and patched together like they made five mini-episodes separately and then connected them into one volume later. Actually, 5 was kinda similar too, where it felt like a really lackluster bridging entry where nothing really happened and the direction took a huge dive.

 

[Jarmel]

Fate/Stay Night's site is apparently gonna have another update on May 3rd as Ufotable mentioned for English speakers that a clean PV will be shown, also the Rin/Archer bio will probably be up as well.
Also kinda unrelated but still hilarious (This is from a film's BD release mind you):

For English speakers? Why? Aniplex USA getting ready for the raid?

 

[Branduil]

biweekly to be the new hotness

10 episodes. Biweekly. 10 minutes each.

 

[Narag]

10 episodes. Biweekly. 10 minutes each.

cg or flash?

 

[Jarmel]

10 episodes. Biweekly. 10 minutes each.

Still doing better than Pupa.

 

[Hitokage]

Gundam Build Fighters should've been 50 episodes. It was too good to end so soon.

The only way it should have been 50 episodes is if the original 25 were left pretty much alone maybe only expanding by an episode or two, and then fill the rest of the space with material with the same pacing.

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

Still doing better than Pupa.

I think anything can do better then Pupa.

 

[BassForever]

8 was a fucking mess. I bought all the Japanese DVDs (and later the BDs as they started coming out) for 1-8. But after watching 8 and finishing the manga, I stopped buying the series. Haven't seen them either, because really, who cares. Totally went down the toilet in a single volume. Awful direction, awful scene composition, some of the worst editing I've seen in an hour long OVA. It was totally phoned in and patched together like they made five mini-episodes separately and then connected them into one volume later. Actually, 5 was kinda similar too, where it felt like a really lackluster bridging entry where nothing really happened and the direction took a huge dive.

I haven't read the manga but I don't remember 8 being that much of a mess, at least the story made sense for it to look really messed up at times due to Alucard's powers being unleashed. Didn't hurt that Crispin Freeman's sweet voice was licking my ear the whole time

 

[Dead]

I miss 50 episode shows. I would hope G Reco is.

I kinda hope it is too, but I very much doubt it.

 

[duckroll]

For English speakers? Why? Aniplex USA getting ready for the raid?

No it's a just tweet directed towards English speakers, because they know that there are English speaking fans who are interested in the show. The actual screening of the sneak peek into F/SN's production along with the refined PV is at the Ufotable Cinema as part of this week's Machi Asobi festival. It's the same anime festival thing Ufotable organizes several times a year in Tokushima.

 

[Branduil]

I feel like very few shows justify more than 26 episodes in a single season.

 

[Jarmel]

No it's a just tweet directed towards English speakers, because they know that there are English speaking fans who are interested in the show. The actual screening of the sneak peek into F/SN's production along with the refined PV is at the Ufotable Cinema as part of this week's Machi Asobi festival. It's the same anime festival thing Ufotable organizes several times a year in Tokushima.

Ah okay, thanks. No PV upload online though?

 

[wonzo]

cg or flash?

whynotboth

 

[duckroll]

I haven't read the manga but I don't remember 8 being that much of a mess, at least the story made sense for it to look really messed up at times due to Alucard's powers being unleashed. Didn't hurt that Crispin Freeman's sweet voice was licking my ear the whole time

Well, if you ever watch it again, watch for how the scenes flow and how transitions are edited. It's super distracting. There are multiple moments where there are lazy ass blank transitions with a black screen instead of scenes actually flowing. It's like watching something which was designed to go on an ad break every 5-10 minutes, except without those breaks happening. The rhythm was also really bad for what was supposed to be a "shit getting real" episode. It would build momentum in one scene, and then it would just transit and dissipate as they insert some other scene which feels totally different. It simply doesn't flow, makes everything feel weighted down badly, and kept annoying me throughout the episode.

Ah okay, thanks. No PV upload online though?

Dunno. I think we're at the mercy of Aniplex for that. Hopefully they feel the new PV is up to their standards to put online.... lol.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

No it's a just tweet directed towards English speakers, because they know that there are English speaking fans who are interested in the show. The actual screening of the sneak peek into F/SN's production along with the refined PV is at the Ufotable Cinema as part of this week's Machi Asobi festival. It's the same anime festival thing Ufotable organizes several times a year in Tokushima.

I still haven't gotten a proper HD PV2. Give me that first Ufotable plx

 

[FelixOrion]

Still doing better than Pupa.

That's not a hard feat at all.

 

[Link Man]

That's not a hard feat at all.

I'd wager there are Youtube Poops that are better than Pupa.

Er, uh, Hi Everyone! Welcome to the new page!

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

I'd wager there are Youtube Poops that are better than Pupa.

There are, those King of the Hill ones are masterpieces

 

[Zeppeli]

There are, those King of the Hill ones are masterpieces

Can't argue with this