Jex
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Hey man, noted critic Jeff Canata said the comic book story was 'great'.
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Spring Anime 2016 |OT| Get a Season So Complicated
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Hey man, noted critic Jeff Canata said the comic book story was 'great'.
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress 5
Meh. Too many scenes that basically repeated the same stuff about Mumei's character. Kinda zero for likable characters atm, Ayama the best by default simply because she doesn't seem like a complete idiot. I dunno there was just a lot of niggles that really annoyed about this episode.
Meh. Too many scenes that basically repeated the same stuff about Mumei's character. Kinda zero for likable characters atm, Ayama the best by default simply because she doesn't seem like a complete idiot. I dunno there was just a lot of niggles that really annoyed about this episode.
Man that colossal, now that is shameless.
Secret base didn't make you tear up?
There is also a movie when you are done with the show. It takes place a year after the show ends.
Hellwarden
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Seiyu's Life! Finished
So I watched Seiyu's Life, and it's really solid. Basically the plot revolves around three rookie voice actresses, and their efforts to climb the voice acting ladder. Simply put, none of the main characters lead a glamorous life, and two of them have to work part time. Hell in the beginning there's some real anxiety bubbling just under the surface as they all struggle for work. That being said, the greatest strength about the series is how well it balances humor with actual info about the industry and some of the people in it. It never falls into the boring pit of melodrama, but it also knows when to put back on the humor.
While not a visual feat by any means, I appreciate how the show isn't afraid to animate the female leads in a variety of odd ways. One criticism I have is when it drifts a bit too much from the VA industry to give backstory for one of the main characters late in the show. It's not bad, but it doesn't work as well in comparison to what came before, and feels a bit out of place. Speaking in terms of spoilers for a moment I like how the story
So I watched Seiyu's Life, and it's really solid. Basically the plot revolves around three rookie voice actresses, and their efforts to climb the voice acting ladder. Simply put, none of the main characters lead a glamorous life, and two of them have to work part time. Hell in the beginning there's some real anxiety bubbling just under the surface as they all struggle for work. That being said, the greatest strength about the series is how well it balances humor with actual info about the industry and some of the people in it. It never falls into the boring pit of melodrama, but it also knows when to put back on the humor.
While not a visual feat by any means, I appreciate how the show isn't afraid to animate the female leads in a variety of odd ways. One criticism I have is when it drifts a bit too much from the VA industry to give backstory for one of the main characters late in the show. It's not bad, but it doesn't work as well in comparison to what came before, and feels a bit out of place. Speaking in terms of spoilers for a moment I like how the story
ended on a bittersweet note revealing that many people just don't make in this industry. Some people are just cut loose hard a year of hard work. Hell our main heroine doesn't even move up a level, but rather just gets another year to improve. And she's thrill about it.
Maximilian Kolbe
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Kuromukuro 06
Anyone think the fight feels like a Dark Souls fight, i mean rolling and shielding everywhere lol.
And i really like that.
Anyone think the fight feels like a Dark Souls fight, i mean rolling and shielding everywhere lol.
And i really like that.
UltraGunner
Banned
Kabaneri 05
Now it's REALLY Attack on Titan
Now it's REALLY Attack on Titan
ThatChairMan
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Gundam SEED Destiny 16
Whoa Athrun, there's no need to slap Shinn for doing literally nothing wrong.
Whoa Athrun, there's no need to slap Shinn for doing literally nothing wrong.
Berserk OP song was just announced the single debut date, so I guess Berserk's starting in July? https://twitter.com/9mm_official/status/731001292294742017
Hellwarden
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This season? Your best bet in terms of monsters is Kabaneri, aka Attack on Train. People seem to be enjoying it.
If you want shonen material, Ushio to Tora seems to be pretty solid.
If you don't mind some...uh...uncomfortable designs Terra Formars has giant cockroaches.
Assuming you don't mind CG work, Ajin is apparently pretty solid, and is getting a second season soon.
Honestly, the best violent monster material produced recently is Kagewani.
The new season is disappointing people, but the first is something that can enjoyed on its own. It has fantastic monster designs, despite being a budget show.
peaceiscloser
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I really loved this show!
Prepare to say that a lot. The fight animation is really the only good part of GBF and the fights lose a lot of their awesome choreography later on when a big 'win button' is introduced. There are only 2-3 antagonist characters that really standout and most don't get enough time. It's kinda a mess of a show despite the hype it gets.
When it looks good, though, it looks damn good.
Bungo Stray Dogs #6
Enjoyable episode. The reaction faces and the characters in general make this show, especially since there really is no 'grander plot' so far (or rather, what is there is pretty paper thin)
Kabaneri #5
This continues to be an enjoyable popcorn watch, lol.
Kuromukuro #6
Man, that fight was awesome. Love how their surroundings were used and the choreography and weight to everything in general. Just good stuff.
But man,
But the music is the best part of the show! And I think it's absolutely fitting. It's goofy, it's cheesy, it's over the top -- it's entirely in line with the show itself.
Enjoyable episode. The reaction faces and the characters in general make this show, especially since there really is no 'grander plot' so far (or rather, what is there is pretty paper thin)
Kabaneri #5
This continues to be an enjoyable popcorn watch, lol.
Kuromukuro #6
Man, that fight was awesome. Love how their surroundings were used and the choreography and weight to everything in general. Just good stuff.
But man,
Kaya is a fucking idiot. I utterly despise characters like that. Willingly going deeper and deeper into an ongoing battlefield to livestream just so he gets more views... Ugh. I hope he died at the end (probably not...), because that dumb fuck really deserves it.
But the music is the best part of the show! And I think it's absolutely fitting. It's goofy, it's cheesy, it's over the top -- it's entirely in line with the show itself.
His poor taste has certainly been noted.
Jeff is positive on pretty much everything, so it's not shocking that some bad shit slips in.
He also seems really capable of just focusing on the parts of a story he likes and throwing out the rest.
MikeHattsu
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Hm... Looks like it's already released on BD in Finland with Norwegian subtitles for some reason. Might import it instead.
It looks amazing and is totally worth seeing on a big screen if you can do it. One of my favorite cinema experiences of last year.
Hellwarden
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I can't decide if Hundred is animated well.
Look at this scene. Look how the monster just tips over at the end, like it's drunk.
Look at this scene. Look how the monster just tips over at the end, like it's drunk.
nintendoman58
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Yeah, but she's not a one-off enemy either. She shows up later on as one of the side-characters and becomes a much better person. I think you'll be surprised.
And he is a pretty devoted marvel zombie.
Hundred episode 4-6
I think I stopped enjoying this show for its shittiness. I wasn't in the mood for bad anime right now I guess.
Oh well, next episode will be a beach episode, that's bound to get really dumb.
Okay, maybe I should be more clear. The actual music is good, but how its used is atrocious. Its always used when a character is trying to be stoic or trying to be empowering or when exposition is given. This sort of music in this sort of setting does not fit these scenes at all.
Its the equivalent (hyperbole notwithstanding) of someone using some really good polka at the end of the graduate. Just doesn't work, does it?
I think I stopped enjoying this show for its shittiness. I wasn't in the mood for bad anime right now I guess.
Oh well, next episode will be a beach episode, that's bound to get really dumb.
Okay, maybe I should be more clear. The actual music is good, but how its used is atrocious. Its always used when a character is trying to be stoic or trying to be empowering or when exposition is given. This sort of music in this sort of setting does not fit these scenes at all.
Its the equivalent (hyperbole notwithstanding) of someone using some really good polka at the end of the graduate. Just doesn't work, does it?
Maximilian Kolbe
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Just find out Masayuki Yoshihara will be story board of Kuromukuro episode 07.
Meesh
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Ah thanks, I'll have to investigate some of those
Ushio is the only one on your list that I've been watching, I don't mind it really, has an interesting backstory and lore. The art isn't bad, even though it's not entirely resonating with me and the jokes/humor doesn't come off outta place. It's an all round win!! These days it can be hard to please me... Lol
ColossalLazy
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Kuromukuro 06
Fight was great, loved how the enemy grunt mech were smartly used this time.
Fight was great, loved how the enemy grunt mech were smartly used this time.
Kabaneri 05
Surely, this is what they call forced drama ?
Kino's Journey 04
Didn't expect to see an origin story and certainly not this early in the game. The idea of having children undergo obligatory brainwashing to tie them to their occupations for life is both a pretty, disturbing and interesting concept. Though again I felt that, the inhabitants of the country were portrayed in a pretty caricatural manner. They went from relatively normal set of people, though with ingrained and unsettling customs, to knife brandishing, blood-thirsty mob in the space of 10 seconds.
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nintendoman58
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I feel like that was the point to demonstrate how terrifying the society she lived in was. Everyone there had themselves brain jacked to make them love their work. It can also be assumed that their brains were also wired to think that thinking about going against that way of life is considered blasphemous.
I get where you're coming from and I agree that the music does not exactly fit some of the scenes -- but that's exactly why it's fitting.
...I'm not sure how I'd best explain how I feel about it.. It actively undermines the 'seriousness' of the show and turns scenes that could be played up for drama into something goofy/over-the-top/ridiculous instead. But this is a plus in my book in case of this show. I don't think I would bother watching it if it was played completely straight and serious.
Cornbread78
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Kabaneri ep.5
Mumei is a beast, but this time I'm not sure what she can do. That is one Titan of a Kabane they will need to beat next week.
Mumei is a beast, but this time I'm not sure what she can do. That is one Titan of a Kabane they will need to beat next week.
Bungou Stray Dogs: 6
Besides the usual terrible comedy, didnt find the episode interesting. Eh, know it already has a second season coming but at this rate dont know if Ill stick with it. Dont really care for these characters and outright cant stand a couple.
Netoge: 6
Lol he was worried for nothing.
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: 5
Yeah Mumei pretty much fucked up this time.
Besides the usual terrible comedy, didnt find the episode interesting. Eh, know it already has a second season coming but at this rate dont know if Ill stick with it. Dont really care for these characters and outright cant stand a couple.
Netoge: 6
Lol he was worried for nothing.
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: 5
Yeah Mumei pretty much fucked up this time.
hosannainexcelsis
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Future Boy Conan 5
It's neat how even having exchanged the lush natural environs of Conan and Jimsy's islands for the cold mechanical landscape of Industria, the art still manages to be eye-catching through the clever application of geometric shapes.
There's a strong anti-technology bent to the portrayal of Industria. A society that makes bread out of plastic and feeds it assembly line style to an underclass of zombie-like drone workers is patently unhealthy.
It's neat how even having exchanged the lush natural environs of Conan and Jimsy's islands for the cold mechanical landscape of Industria, the art still manages to be eye-catching through the clever application of geometric shapes.
There's a strong anti-technology bent to the portrayal of Industria. A society that makes bread out of plastic and feeds it assembly line style to an underclass of zombie-like drone workers is patently unhealthy.
Lalalandia
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Space Patrol Luluco S03E01
Wait what was being spoken over the OP? This show is the best, the perfect antidote to a rough day at work I lost it at
Wait what was being spoken over the OP? This show is the best, the perfect antidote to a rough day at work I lost it at
the not-Nova character complaining about how hot the flames are while Nova and Luluco wax philosophical
Dedication Through Light
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Concrete Revolution Episode 19
Jiro continues to seem like the only one that understands Fuurouta,
I must have missed when Judas had Jaguar's watch
Intriguing plot overall.
Jiro continues to seem like the only one that understands Fuurouta,
glad Fuurouta returns next episode
I must have missed when Judas had Jaguar's watch
which fortunately managed to be brought up in this episode, though the girl didnt want to return to her time I thought she would
I thought she wouldIntriguing plot overall.
KenjiGlove
Banned
Luloco 7
Oh wow, I didn't expect them to do anything with the cliffhanger of last episode, but they delivered, god bless.
Oh wow, I didn't expect them to do anything with the cliffhanger of last episode, but they delivered, god bless.
MetroidPrimeRib
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Luluco 07
Imaishi actually fucking did it lmao. It wasn't even a wink wink nudge nudge sort of thing
Imaishi actually fucking did it lmao. It wasn't even a wink wink nudge nudge sort of thing
MetroidPrimeRib
Banned
Ushio and Tora 33
Episode is called "The Beast Spear Destroyed" so I'mma let you take one guess what happens.
What the fuck do they even do? Hakumen makes Deathwing look like chump change
Episode is called "The Beast Spear Destroyed" so I'mma let you take one guess what happens.
What the fuck do they even do? Hakumen makes Deathwing look like chump change
Cornbread78
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Oh man, I just finished Anohana....
I need a few minutes and a cigarette before I respond...
Wow.
I need a few minutes and a cigarette before I respond...
Wow.
Lalalandia
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OK onto the ever growing list of Shows That I Must Watch this goes, after so many meh shows I'm all for anything that drives a strong reaction let alone a strong positive(?) reaction
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