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Spring Anime 2012 III | AITAKATTA YES!
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Femmeworth
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Mobile Police Patlabor OVA
This was pretty good, though I was disappointed. I know I still have the movies to watch, but for something that was fairly grounded in reality the characterization was rather weak. There was a bit too much focus on comedy and lighthearted antics, though I did enjoy it very much. Episode 3 in particular was fantastic, and subverted some common tropes associated with that kind of story. Thinking about it, the whole series was lighthearted, especially compared to Angel's Egg and the Ghost in the Shell movies. Perhaps that is why I was so disappointed. I was very excited when
The action throughout the series left a lot to be desired too, there was definitely something lacking. The lack of any real sense of danger was likely to blame.
Onward to the movies!
This was pretty good, though I was disappointed. I know I still have the movies to watch, but for something that was fairly grounded in reality the characterization was rather weak. There was a bit too much focus on comedy and lighthearted antics, though I did enjoy it very much. Episode 3 in particular was fantastic, and subverted some common tropes associated with that kind of story. Thinking about it, the whole series was lighthearted, especially compared to Angel's Egg and the Ghost in the Shell movies. Perhaps that is why I was so disappointed. I was very excited when
things started to get more serious during episode 5, the buildup was great. Unfortunately, episode 6 ended up being a waste. ANN says that Ichiro Itano actually directed it, so perhaps that explains why it didn't go the way I wanted. Everything was just resolved way too quickly and easily, and the villain was poorly developed.
Onward to the movies!
Crash Station
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Milky Holmes end
And suddenly, super powered battles in space! I'm pretty sure this was sakuga as fuck. Definitely not the kind of finale I was expecting even 2 episodes ago. Neat stuff.
Overall, this show was amusing. Occasionally crude, great facial expressions, alright humor; yeah, definitely a show I didn't lose my time on. It didn't really have anything to do with being detectives, but ah well.
This may be a weird comparison, but it kind of reminds me of Inukami. Somewhat similar sense of humor.
Guess I'll watch season 2.
And suddenly, super powered battles in space! I'm pretty sure this was sakuga as fuck. Definitely not the kind of finale I was expecting even 2 episodes ago. Neat stuff.
Overall, this show was amusing. Occasionally crude, great facial expressions, alright humor; yeah, definitely a show I didn't lose my time on. It didn't really have anything to do with being detectives, but ah well.
This may be a weird comparison, but it kind of reminds me of Inukami. Somewhat similar sense of humor.
Guess I'll watch season 2.
darkside31337
Tomodachi wa Mahou
Fate/Zero 24
Truly anime of the forever.
I don't want this ride to ever end and yet I can't wait for the finale.
Truly anime of the forever.
I don't want this ride to ever end and yet I can't wait for the finale.
The Kerrytugu - Kirei fight was everything I wanted and then some. The scene with the grail was so fucking awesome.
I might just keep the boxsets behind lock and key.
kiunchbb
www.dictionary.com
Ranma 1/2 1-20
Thanks for the stupid trailer of Ranma 1/2, Secret of Motherhood or something bs, I need the original Ranma to get rid of this curse.
Even though this is a rewatch, the first 20 episodes still managed to make me laugh out loud for a few time.
I also notice a lot of other stuff that I didn't realize when I watched it as a little kid. Since Ranma is nearly unbeatable in normal fight, the show had to add all the extra elements like gymnastic or ice skating to keep every fight a challenge for him. The show and character do have clear progression (even tho it is a long show), only thing that's stuff and stuck in a loop is Akane and Ranma's romance, since the moment they became lover is the moment the show end.
The book is still going strong, so there are a strong possibility for season 2, and the harem slowly getting bigger.
Thanks for the stupid trailer of Ranma 1/2, Secret of Motherhood or something bs, I need the original Ranma to get rid of this curse.
Even though this is a rewatch, the first 20 episodes still managed to make me laugh out loud for a few time.
I also notice a lot of other stuff that I didn't realize when I watched it as a little kid. Since Ranma is nearly unbeatable in normal fight, the show had to add all the extra elements like gymnastic or ice skating to keep every fight a challenge for him. The show and character do have clear progression (even tho it is a long show), only thing that's stuff and stuck in a loop is Akane and Ranma's romance, since the moment they became lover is the moment the show end.
The book is still going strong, so there are a strong possibility for season 2, and the harem slowly getting bigger.
hosannainexcelsis
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The only "progression" in Ranma is the addition of new characters.
Possibility? Oreimo season 2 has already been announced!
Can I blame you for giving me the confidence to buy all these blu-rays and dvds? Your words of wisdom gave me the courage in making my first purchase and now I have a bunch of them.
RurouniZel
Asks questions so Ezalc doesn't have to
We even had an OT before EvilLore shut it down. :-/ I wonder if it'll get unlocked when it airs.
Buy now, regret later. You only have one life to live!
What? Is this like normal every day life meets DBZ or something?
Fuck yeah it is!!!
Everyday life meets sakuga.
Ultimadrago
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"Yeaaaah boi!", etc,etc
Sounds awesome.
Unknown Soldier
Member
Huh, there's an IDORUM@STER bonus episode?
There's a bonus episode for Another as well, it occurs before the events of the show.
Acchi Kocchi 5:
Oh god. This show is almost the perfect combination of cuteness, slice-of-life, cuteness, gags, cuteness, action comedy, cuteness, hilarious random dialogue, cuteness, and cuteness. Io doesn't know what he's missing by not taking Tsumiki as his bride yesterday.
I don't recognize any of the voices for this show, so I guess they found a bunch of newcomers who all manage to nail their characters just about perfectly too. It's amazing how entertaining everyone is in this show when they are speaking.
There's a bonus episode for Another as well, it occurs before the events of the show.
Acchi Kocchi 5:
Oh god. This show is almost the perfect combination of cuteness, slice-of-life, cuteness, gags, cuteness, action comedy, cuteness, hilarious random dialogue, cuteness, and cuteness. Io doesn't know what he's missing by not taking Tsumiki as his bride yesterday.
I don't recognize any of the voices for this show, so I guess they found a bunch of newcomers who all manage to nail their characters just about perfectly too. It's amazing how entertaining everyone is in this show when they are speaking.
Nobuhiko Okamoto, Hitomi Nabatame and Shintaro Asuma are veterans. Tsumiki VA should be new while Hime VA is obsure.
RurouniZel
Asks questions so Ezalc doesn't have to
I'm pretty sure Mayoi's seiyuu is the woman who played the alcoholic teacher from Hayate! The Combat Butler.
Chet Rippo
Member
Unknown Soldier
Member
Acchi Kocchi 6:
Damn, a Tsundere Translator function. Why hasn't this been added to Google Translate yet?
Tsumiki's cuteness is a miracle of the universe.
Damn, a Tsundere Translator function. Why hasn't this been added to Google Translate yet?
Tsumiki's cuteness is a miracle of the universe.
Forgot to mention this - I watched this earlier today. I know this came first, but I got some strong Gurren Lagann vibes while watching this anime. I didn't watch the original, though, so I was a bit lost story-wise.
It had a very old school feel to it with the mech action which I enjoyed, though I found the ending to be a bit random. Basically,
I appreciate the mech action in the series, but the story was a bit nonsensical at times.
It had a very old school feel to it with the mech action which I enjoyed, though I found the ending to be a bit random. Basically,
a giant vagina opens in space, they fly into it, and then the original team is surrounded by thousands of other Getter Robo's who then say that they've been waiting for them, and then they go and fight for eternity after the new guys escape from the vagina. Cue 10 seconds of posing and that's a wrap.
I appreciate the mech action in the series, but the story was a bit nonsensical at times.
Welcome back.
I'm not really sure I can be around most of the time (work blocked gaf
) but I'll try! Someone needs to defend KyoAni shows around especially with K-On coming out soon.Hyouka just started what looks like a REALLY good arc right now. Great time to catch up!
WELCOME BACK!!!
Redline
Romance between JP and Sonoshee was a bit out there and the story was mostly serviceable but y'know what? I don't give a shit about that. This movie was so beautiful. The rule of cool was very much in effect and I sat through some of the finest animation I've seen. Seven years in production? It shows. I was floored during the racing segments. I think my only complaint is there wasn't more racing. Loved the other racers too. Even if they didn't get much screentime, they oozed such personality and were fun to watch. Also really liked the concept of holding the race even when the host planet refused.
God damn, I think I want to watch the pilot again now.
Romance between JP and Sonoshee was a bit out there and the story was mostly serviceable but y'know what? I don't give a shit about that. This movie was so beautiful. The rule of cool was very much in effect and I sat through some of the finest animation I've seen. Seven years in production? It shows. I was floored during the racing segments. I think my only complaint is there wasn't more racing. Loved the other racers too. Even if they didn't get much screentime, they oozed such personality and were fun to watch. Also really liked the concept of holding the race even when the host planet refused.
Redline mothership warping in to become the final straightaway? So fucking cool.
God damn, I think I want to watch the pilot again now.
Dragoon En Regalia
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Wait wut, I don't remember you. Welcome back, I guess. Yes: we hit a third OT, so what? That's nothing compared to four!
Oh how I love coming home from work and having a new episode of Space brothers to watch.
chickdigger802
Banned
kuroko basketball 11
Some nice animations this week.
i know it's for dramatic tension, but must every single 3 pointer that guy shoots take like a min long?
next week should be fun.
Some nice animations this week.
i know it's for dramatic tension, but must every single 3 pointer that guy shoots take like a min long?
next week should be fun.
kiunchbb
www.dictionary.com
I can't wait! Skipping all the book was worth it!
About Ranma, yeah everything happen slowly, but character do progress slooowwwwly.
You haven't lurked long enough, I guess.
Dragoon En Regalia
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I joined Anime-GAF starting this season, it's only fair.
I don't remember you either.
I haven't even been gone that long -_- Like, a month tops.
Anyways, Hyouka 6
Another episode of yet again another obvious mystery. I have to admit, I haven't written small caps in a long time and it took me a while to "catch" the mystery but it was hideously simple. The visuals and imagination parts yet again save the show as well as further development of Chitanda and Horeki.
The little "kininarimasu" angels were really cute.
Can't wait for the next episode and the apparently extended episode 24 on the blu-ray release? Editing was pretty heavy in this and I can tell they struggled to fit it into one episode.
Still though, I enjoyed it. There were some really tense moments in the fight scene and I loved
Looking forward to the end of this series and going back and re-watching it on blu-ray once it's released.
Still though, I enjoyed it. There were some really tense moments in the fight scene and I loved
how Lancelot regained his humanity for a brief moment at the end and just looks so completely saddened over Saber's choices.
Looking forward to the end of this series and going back and re-watching it on blu-ray once it's released.
Chet Rippo
Member
He's had the same avatar for a while too, so it's not that hard to remember him.
Femmeworth
Banned
I was wondering what happened to you. If someone doesn't post in AnimeGAF for a month, I assume they are dead.
I hope icarus isn't dead. >_>
RurouniZel
Asks questions so Ezalc doesn't have to
She is amazing! She's a joy and a delight to watch in each episode! ^_^
Ultimadrago
Member
What? I thought you turned your name to FlyingTeacup.
Darn you, Similar avatars!
Hyouka 7
I really liked this episode. The setting allowed KyoAni's background artists to display their talents, and the mystery was genuinely interesting this time. And it goes without saying that the animation and direction was great. What particularly impresses me is how KyoAni makes it look so effortless, as if making a show with this kind of production value is no biggie.
Houtarou really needs to be honest about his feelings at this point. He's completely tsundere forChitandaexercise. And Satoshi is a yukata snob, who knew?
There's nothing quite as wonderful as seeing someone's dreams shattered... I think Gilgamesh is rubbing off on me.
I really liked this episode. The setting allowed KyoAni's background artists to display their talents, and the mystery was genuinely interesting this time. And it goes without saying that the animation and direction was great. What particularly impresses me is how KyoAni makes it look so effortless, as if making a show with this kind of production value is no biggie.
Houtarou really needs to be honest about his feelings at this point. He's completely tsundere for
Hand-drawn bus spotted!
RurouniZel
Asks questions so Ezalc doesn't have to
Oro?
Chet Rippo
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wat?
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