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[VRMN]

So It's incomplete then? Or maybe Crunchyroll has S1, but not S2.. the graphics show it's S2

IS isn't "finished," but there are only the two seasons and some OVAs. Though I dropped it during season one, anyway.

 

[Thoraxes]

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[Thoraxes]

Nisekoi: - 03

Finally, one of this season's best girls shows up. Cake for all.

And guess what, NISA will giving Love Live seasons 1 & 2 a dub and they got the movie so if you bought the subbed version like me, you're probably pissed off that releasing another version.

Don't really care about dubs, especially in a series like this where the VAs are integral to their characters because of the real-life group.

I do however want the second season to release.

 

[Einbroch]

DanMachi - 04

This is like Date A Live for me, but enjoyable. Nice character designs, I actually don't mind the main character, a cool world, and the new character is totes adorbs. Still happy with it.

I might like Lili more than Hestia. Gonna need to see her let loose a bit before deciding, but I can't think of a single character in this show I don't like.

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

JoJo SC 40

Super exciting episode, but who isn't excited by F-Zero GX F-Mega?

The CG models for the dolls and cars were pretty good. Apparently done by the same people who do the OPs? That would make sense.

Also the Engrish on SELECT YOUR CAR was next level

 

[kayos90]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but do you mean that his behavior is inconsistent because people are "annoying him"?

Hachiman's actions and words may be consistent with this persona, but I do think that the show is trying to display his increasing personal struggle with this facade of infallibility, a struggle that I think is much more than simply being "annoyed" that people care about him. His monologues in the second episode are particularly revealing. Right after the confession scene when he's with Yui, as he rationalizes his way out of hurting Yui and Yukino (and potentially thwarting Yui's confession), he notes that he's only deceiving himself, pointing to Yui and Yukino's reactions triggering an inner conflict. This is compounded at the end of the episode, when he says that "the biggest liar of all was me." Then, at the beginning of the third episode, his sister Komachi also picks up on Hachiman being bothered by what happened in Kyoto. Given that Komachi has been established as a perceptive character, and also that she has no knowledge of what actually happened on the trip, there's no reason for this scene to be inserted other than to show Hachiman's increasing doubt in his methodology.

What I do agree with you about is Hachiman's conviction, and that's something that this fourth episode nuanced excellently, particularly in his conversation with Hayama. I believe that we can take Hachiman at face value when he rejects the notion that he helps others because he wants to be helped in return. I don't blame Hayama for coming to this conclusion, because I think that a lot of people do act that way, but it's a cheapening of what Hachiman feels to be his moral prerogative, his integrity -- he helps those around him because that's who he is. But he has come to invest that integrity in a constant cycle of twisted self-defeatism. It's a role that he takes pride in and believes that he alone can perform because he has become so numb to it. In a way, he's right. And yes, it is only because of Yui and Yukino that this armor is beginning to crumble. But I think this show takes the stance that to hurt yourself when other people care about you should, at the very least, be questioned and considered carefully, no matter how "right" you are. When you have relationships with people that care about you, you have a responsibility to take care of yourself.

You're right. I meant inconsistent. And this is an extremely well crafted post. Bravo. I relate to Hachiman on many levels mostly because I was pretty much this way when I was in high school.

Safe bet, parents.

Although part of me would love to see the reaction of yuri pairing fans if they just suddenly gave all the characters boyfriends.


What I find interesting about him is that he takes his social apathy in a completely different direction than Hyouka's Oreki, who begins with very much the same apathy towards society. We can just see where their stories diverged, but now that I think about it more, it's kind of amusing how similar their arcs are. We're basically going through the "film arc" in Hyouka terms at the moment.

Oreki is complacent and socially apathetic. Hachiman is completely different because he hates society and the accepted social norms.

 

[Squishy3]

JoJo SC 40





Super exciting episode, but who isn't excited by F-Zero GX F-Mega?

The CG models for the dolls and cars were pretty good. Apparently done by the same people who do the OPs? That would make sense.

Also the Engrish on SELECT YOUR CAR was next level

It's in the same style, so I'd assume they assigned them to that task, which is why I said it in the Jojo's thread. It's more noticeable in the dolls specifically than the cars. We'd need someone who can read the credits to verify, I think.

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

Soma 04

Naked Apron senpai is the best

 

[Conan-san]

Wrong Dungeon 4
I am intrigued, show. Keep feeding me this story of this supporter girl and the Souma Familia. (or I could go read the LN as I do have that now)

Food Wars 4
I really shouldn't be watching this. The food porn makes me hungry and I'm on a diet.

 

[Midonin]

Moon Phase 22-26

There was enough open-endedness left that a S2 would've been possible - "The vampires will keep attacking", but Hazuki and Artemis started giving the sister thing a try, Kouhei came to grips with his power, and the series ended with

Spoiler

everyone in the belly of the whale. That's a strange way to end a beach episode.

This combination of supernatural battles and lovey-dovey romantic comedy is a staple of anime, but I imagine it still must've felt new at the time. Hiroshi Kamiya and Chiwa Saito's chemistry has held up very well over many other Shaft series, and it's cool seeing early uses of Shaft's Shaftiness. I loved it when the colors became either muted or monochrome. It did a good job at setting the tone for a scene.

Very enjoyable series. A good balance between light and dark, comedy and drama, cuteness and gothic horror. Er, "horror". Kinkel's the only one who's really scary here. Also, for a vampire series (especially compared to Kizumonogatari, if it ever becomes real, and Dance in the Vampire Bund), what separates Moon Phase from a lot of other vampire series I've seen is the heavy focus on Shinto and other Eastern mythological elements. It's not the only one to do so, but it probably is the only to do so in a romcom context. Kinda reminds of Inukami in that regard, but less perverted.

Glad to see a stepping stone on Shaft's path towards the identity and presence they have today. I'm going to be in the Funimation archives for a while, so my next series...

Is a mecha series where girls are the main pilots, from before Cross Ange's time. The backlog is neverending.

 

[SliceSabre]

Soma 04

Great episode. Welp all the characters I like the most have now been introduced. Yuki and Isshiki. As a reader of the manga the anime continues to keep me happy so far! Love the adjusted ED.

 

[firehawk12]

Oreki is complacent and socially apathetic. Hachiman is completely different because he hates society and the accepted social norms.

Oreki is apathetic because he doesn't feel the need to conform to those norms. He just doesn't feel the need to justify his apathy through martyrdom.

 

[Shard]

Assassination Classroom Episode 14:

This show has been downright shocking in its quality and the news of a second season is welcome.

 

[Jex]

Assassination Classroom Episode 14:

This show has been downright shocking in its quality and the news of a second season is welcome.

I would assume they're aiming to strike while the iron is hot, as it were.

 

[Shard]

I would assume they're aiming to strike while the iron is hot, as it were.

Works for me.

 

[Crash Station]

Stardust 40

The movements of Darby's dolls are SUPER unsettling. Damn effective.

 

[NaDannMaGoGo]

Soma - 04

Similar to Punch Line, this works in the stupid fun department. The cooking sequences are the best and the presentation for the various dishes is great.

Even in a show like this I've gotta say that I find the fanservice to be an annoyance. Despite enjoying the over-the-topness of this anime I actually imagine I'd appreciate this aspect being toned down severely. Still, it's not like I take much of an issue with it in this kind of show but this episode around especially I just noticed that it could do without and be better for it.

By the way, while these dishes and their presentation is great...I do have to wonder if any these dishes are actually feasible. I'd certainly give some extra appreciation if this cooking science is solid. Has the manga author any experience in the cooking or food processing profession? The show appears to sound smart during the cooking sessions, I just can't verify if it ain't mostly just bullshit.

 

[kiunchbb]

Soma 03

You know what those cooking show reminded me of? Hikaru no Go, you had no idea what the fuck is going on, but the sound/special effect made simple everyday stuff looks amazing.

The stripping helps too, I guess.

 

[Twin Tails]

Food Porn 4
That juicy ass

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

By the way, while these dishes and their presentation is great...I do have to wonder if any these dishes are actually feasible. I'd certainly give some extra appreciation if these cooking science is solid. Has the manga author any experience in the cooking or food processing profession? The show appears to sound smart during the cooking sessions, I just can't verify if it ain't mostly just bullshit.

These dishes are in fact possible. I'm pretty sure the author is or has a consultant.

 

[Reknoc]

These dishes are in fact possible. I'm pretty sure the author is or has a consultant.

He does, Yuki Morisaki, who is both a chef and a model which is fitting.

 

[Save 'N Quit]

OH GOD

Ayane Sakura's voice for Iroha is PERFECT.

That quick change from cute and fluffy to cold and threatening was beautiful.

Props to Hayato's and Yui's VA as well.

The blow up and the talk with Hikki were adapted wonderfully.

 

[8 X 11 Printer Paper]

Soma - 04

Similar to Punch Line, this works in the stupid fun department. The cooking sequences are the best and the presentation for the various dishes is great.

Even in a show like this I've gotta say that I find the fanservice to be an annoyance. Despite enjoying the over-the-topness of this anime I actually imagine I'd appreciate this aspect being toned down severely. Still, it's not like I take much of an issue with it in this kind of show but this episode around especially I just noticed that it could do without and be better for it.

By the way, while these dishes and their presentation is great...I do have to wonder if any these dishes are actually feasible. I'd certainly give some extra appreciation if these cooking science is solid. Has the manga author any experience in the cooking or food processing profession? The show appears to sound smart during the cooking sessions, I just can't verify if it ain't mostly just bullshit.

All the dishes are possible and are created by a food consultant. In the manga Volumes (both in Japan and America) they include the recipes to make most of the food shown.

 

[Arabesque]

Yuki Morisaki is the name of the food consultant/co-author alongside Yuto Tsukuda.

Edit: And already snipped.

 

[NaDannMaGoGo]

These dishes are in fact possible. I'm pretty sure the author is or has a consultant.

He does, Yuki Morisaki, who is both a chef and a model which is fitting.

That's rather neat then.

 

[8 X 11 Printer Paper]

In between chapters in the volumes they often include these.

 

[Arabesque]

In between chapters in the volumes they often include these.

Yeah, the volume releases for Food Wars:Shokugeki no Soma have really neat extra's. I haven't tested all the recipes they provided in them but the ones I did were really good.

It's actually part of the reason I like the series so much, since all the authors take great care in getting that aspect (the food) right in the series. Really glad the anime managed to keep focus on that.

 

[8 X 11 Printer Paper]

Yeah, the volume releases for Food Wars:Shokugeki no Soma have really neat extra's. I haven't tested all the recipes they provided in them but the ones I did were really good.

It's actually part of the reason I like the series so much, since all the authors take great care in getting that aspect (the food) right in the series. Really glad the anime managed to keep focus on that.

I'm probably going to try one out soon since the first 5 Volumes of the manga arrived at my home this week.

 

[R_thanatos]

In between chapters in the volumes they often include these.

I remember something similar in yakitake japan !

( i still remember the how to make bread with a rice cooker ) in that one.

 

[CheapJuice]

Thoughts on Claymore? I'm having a Berserk itch, and this looks to have a similar setting. On the other hand, maybe it's just time for a re-watch.

 

[Taruranto]

Thoughts on Claymore? I'm having a Berserk itch, and this looks to have a similar setting. On the other hand, maybe it's just time for a re-watch.

So many characters, so many same-faces.

 

[AquaWateria]

Triage 3

This anime isn't objectively good, but it sure as heck is enjoyable to watch. I mean who doesn't love seeing a Nurse beat some ass.

 

[KenjiGlove]

Danmachi 04

It's nice to see that Bell is constantly getting better equipment and stats. I'm already looking forward to his next armor.
His stats isn't the only thing that's increasing in number though, not that that is a bad thing.

This episode also proves that this show can still be enjoyable even without Hestia.

 

[Dedication Through Light]

Yeah, the volume releases for Food Wars:Shokugeki no Soma have really neat extra's. I haven't tested all the recipes they provided in them but the ones I did were really good.

It's actually part of the reason I like the series so much, since all the authors take great care in getting that aspect (the food) right in the series. Really glad the anime managed to keep focus on that.

Some of the ingredients are hard to find

 

[kayos90]

Oreki is apathetic because he doesn't feel the need to conform to those norms. He just doesn't feel the need to justify his apathy through martyrdom.

I disagree entirely. Hachiman isn't ssimply justifying apathy. Apathy isn't even really the most apt word to describe him. Hachiman was invested into society and was hurt by society and as a result he scorns it. Oreki doesn't. Oreki simply doesn't want to involve himself entirely whereas Hachiman actively states that he doesn't like society and the people in it. They are completely two different people with two different philosophies and two different origins. Not even remotely the same.

 

[8 X 11 Printer Paper]

Some of the ingredients are hard to find

If you don't have a big Asian Supermarket nearby like I do, then your sorta stuck replacing them with something else.

 

[varkuriru]

Still awesome! The scene transitions from the good guys to the bad guys reminds me of transformers show scene switching from/to autobots and decepticons.

 

[cntr]

Not sure if this is because of the people that hated Ninja Slayer or the people that loved Ninja Slayer.

all the guys who hate it and Trigger in general, of course

makes me want to make them recite their death haikus

 

[Mature]

all the guys who hate it and Trigger in general, of course

makes me want to make them recite their death haikus

I enjoy Ninja Slayer quite a bit, but it's pretty unreasonable to expect a lot of others to follow suit. It's pretty atypical.

 

[Save 'N Quit]

All these wonderful elves and goddesses.

This is all I ever need to keep my interest in a fantasy setting.

Could do without the Travelocity gnome though.

Never really liked his commercials.

 

[cajunator]

All these wonderful elves and goddesses.







This is all I ever need to keep my interest in a fantasy setting.

Could do without the Travelocity gnome though.



Never really liked his commercials.

Elf girls <3

 

[R_thanatos]

Thoughts on Claymore? I'm having a Berserk itch, and this looks to have a similar setting. On the other hand, maybe it's just time for a re-watch.

Anime would have been perfect if not that that awefull anime-only ending.
get a taste from the anime and read the manga.. ( much much better )

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

Punchline 03

Holy shit that engrish at the beginning reminded me of Kaji at the beginning of Rebuild 2.22.

Other then that I'm just not that into this. So dropped, I guess.

 

[razgriz417]

DanMachi 04

Another great episode, they are burning through the LN source material at a decent clip. Pretty sure this ep covered like 1/3 of vol 2 )which is finally on Amazon in English), though I'd say it stuck quite well to the source material. I like that they're fleshing out the guild lady a bit more in the anime, giving her more personality. VA for Lili is a good fit too.
And holy shit that was the travelocity gnome lol, pretty sure it was a dwarf in the Ln lol

 

[Cornbread78]

Nisekoi S2 ep.4
Ya know what, it kinda sucks when you can actually feel bad for Chitoge. This is the second time we have seen a human side of her and there was no tsundere chick at all this tine. This is the second episode this season completely about her, I'm wondering where they are moving with the relationship with Raku? Could he change his tune in only thinking of her as a friend? We have barely seen Ono so far this season. ...

 

[AquaWateria]

Shokugeki no Soma 4

Pretty good episode, plus we got some Isshiki and Ryoko screentime so all is good. That apron action though. I also liked Megumi's shyness and how sensitive she is in the episode, it was really enjoyable. Also it's so great when Erina gets no screentime.

 

[R_thanatos]

Assasination classroom - 14
Guess it was time to devellop more characters in this classroom . Excellent episode. i even thought that they would take 2 eps to do that but to my surprise it got surprisingly well with just one.

With the news of S2 i can look forward to see some of my favorite arcs animated

EXCELLENT

 

[Joe Molotov]

Elf girls <3

I've been sold on them since Deedlit.

 

[R_thanatos]

NISEKOI S2 - 03

I have to admit.... chitose mom is trully one heel of a mom !

This season delivers !! one more episode without onodera !

 

[cajunator]

I've been sold on them since Deedlit.

Have you witnessed Myucel?