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Summer 2012 Anime |OT| Goddesses, canines, and killer MMOs!
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chickdigger802
Banned
Saki 18
Saki kicking ass. Turning shit into gold. weeee~
Saki kicking ass. Turning shit into gold. weeee~
Arrowgigantic
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InsaneZero
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That reminds me, the manga's been stuck in Washizu happy land for the last decade, hasn't it?
-Minsc-
Member
Was there really any purpose a few episodes back when that student counsel girl on the massage chair had her breasts spaz out?
chickdigger802
Banned
Saki 19
ooh that was a great end. And naturally more yuri from everyone! Shame probably nothing gonna happen in the next few eps. These tourneys last forever for a show that's only 20ish eps.
Razgriz-Specter
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I don't think the ending is
Tasogare Otome x Amnesia
This show was surprisingly fantastic. You wouldn't have expected anything like what you got from just the first half of the show, but it really takes a turn for the serious in the second half and becomes a really impressive little romantic ghost story. I'm not going to pretend I haven't seen something like this before, it's hard to avoid having seen ghost romance tales like this kind of story because they are so prevalent in Asian cultures. But this show takes the fundamental concept and executes it extremely well.
I've commented about the art style of SHAFT a lot already, but this is probably the best use of that style I've seen so far. The surrealist style fits the material perfectly and Oonuma absolutely executes the style flawlessly and with a good amount of restraint. He knows when to pour the SHAFT on and when to pull back and revert to a more conventional animation technique when it suits the story. The use of color and light/shadow throughout is pleasantly effective. Sometimes there's random 3D thrown in but it's used sparingly and avoids being too distracting or jarring, which is the biggest complaint I have with 3D other than when it just looks really bad. There's a pretty obvious amount of lowbudget-ness throughout the show, especially when faces are badly-drawn in almost all non-closeup shots, but the SHAFT method has always been partly about disguising a low budget and this show does that with plenty of finesse.
I will say a few words about the ending. From what I am told, the anime actually goes past where the manga is and so they needed to create an anime-original ending. I'm going to be completely frank: I honestly don't believe the last part of the ending was necessary.It was absolutely perfect when Yuuko vanished while in Teiichi's arms. Then they had to pull a Final Fantasy X-2 and make Yuuko suddenly reappear and turn a beautiful, emotionally satisfying ending into some stupid unnecessary happy ending for no good reason. The whole point of the ghost romance tale is that the love is fleeting and will inevitably fade like the ghost, and they just completely threw that away with a stupid saccharine sudden reappearance for no good reason. Come on guys, grow some balls and end the anime the way you obviously want to, not the way that tries so blatantly to make people buy the manga!
Overall, this was a wonderfully animated little series with a strong story, enjoyable characters, an excellent sense of style, and if you ignore the last 2 minutes or so of the last episode, it should have had a fantastic ending. It's hard to say that after just watching what is probably their best show to date, but if Tasogare Otome x Amnesia is any indication of what Oonuma and Silver Link can do with decent source material, I can confidently say that Magical Girl Ilya is in good hands.
Tasogare Otome x Amnesia
Spoiler for Final Fantasy X/X-2:Final Rating: 8.5 out of 10 Ghost Moes"Tidus? You're alive?! Well shit, you just fucked up the awesome ending of the whole last game! Idiot!"
This show will be a candidate for my Best Shows of 2012 rankings. Currently 2 shows have qualified: Fate/Zero and Tasogare Otome x Amnesia.
as happy as it seems, Yuuko can't pass on, age, leave the school or have an actual normal relationship with Teiichi.
Ultimadrago
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Gunslinger Girl 1
This episode not only introduced the "Gunslinger Girls" (primarily "Henrietta"), but gave a perspective to "Giuse", who is connected to the organization responsible for these experiments on young females. He, of course, doesn't feel very comfortable with this procedure. The classical music especially helps set the tone for Henrietta's awakening, training and killings.
One of the things I like most is Giuse's interactions as her superior. From the time he gave her the first tool of attack/defense to her going all-out on a mission, he never shows visible extreme emotions. Does this make him a bad human being? In my eyes, "hell no." Seeing the subtleties on him as a worker, leader and older brother figure to Henrietta without him going into poetry about how he wishes she could live a simple girl's life and not have to gun down corridors filled with thugs is great. Regardless, he's obviously attached to Henrietta and the thought of
shows a mark of vulnerability from him.
The last stretch gives weight to the subtitle of the series, "...However, she is still an adolescent child." Henrietta is eager to please Giuse, he is her only family in what is akin to new life.
I enjoyed this episode. It's nice to watch a show revolving around young girls who utilize guns regularly that isn't garbage. I hope the development and identification of characters continues to handle itself in such a way that never falls into the zone of "overwrought." Giuse's clashing with peers over the value of these cyborgs has definitely not ended here. The hurdles regarding his troubles are also worthy of my notice.
Until next week!
A "girl" assassin, you say? Don't make me lau--
This episode not only introduced the "Gunslinger Girls" (primarily "Henrietta"), but gave a perspective to "Giuse", who is connected to the organization responsible for these experiments on young females. He, of course, doesn't feel very comfortable with this procedure. The classical music especially helps set the tone for Henrietta's awakening, training and killings.
One of the things I like most is Giuse's interactions as her superior. From the time he gave her the first tool of attack/defense to her going all-out on a mission, he never shows visible extreme emotions. Does this make him a bad human being? In my eyes, "hell no." Seeing the subtleties on him as a worker, leader and older brother figure to Henrietta without him going into poetry about how he wishes she could live a simple girl's life and not have to gun down corridors filled with thugs is great. Regardless, he's obviously attached to Henrietta and the thought of
having her die off faster in regards to increased conditioning and training
The last stretch gives weight to the subtitle of the series, "...However, she is still an adolescent child." Henrietta is eager to please Giuse, he is her only family in what is akin to new life.
I enjoyed this episode. It's nice to watch a show revolving around young girls who utilize guns regularly that isn't garbage. I hope the development and identification of characters continues to handle itself in such a way that never falls into the zone of "overwrought." Giuse's clashing with peers over the value of these cyborgs has definitely not ended here. The hurdles regarding his troubles are also worthy of my notice.
Until next week!
Jex
Member
You forgot to mention that you used to be able to shoot bees in Bioshock. Sadly that was changed for the final reason into something slightly more logical.
Plus, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty is a far more thorough and interesting critique about the lack of player choice in games.
I'm glad to see that I've started to get people watching Gunslinger Girl. I just hope you don't end up overtaking me!
PdotMichael
Banned
don't forget S2 is the highlight of the Gunslinger Girl anime!
chickdigger802
Banned
Saki 20
oh a pool eps. Surprised it took so long. And I think they got someone else on this, a lot of off model, but a lot more animation. Hair actually moves!
hnnnngh.
A glimpse at the Sis, and more baddies that probably won't appear this season.
oh a pool eps. Surprised it took so long. And I think they got someone else on this, a lot of off model, but a lot more animation. Hair actually moves!
hnnnngh.
A glimpse at the Sis, and more baddies that probably won't appear this season.
Boobs can't be this cute~
hmmm, i need to call an expert. Chet what's your thoughts?
Best girl~
I never got this, I've eaten icecream pops all my life and have never got that stuff on my nose. Etopen beach ball mode is secretly the best part of the eps though.
Ultimadrago
Member
Jinrui wa Suitai Shimashita 2
Do my eyes spy...absurdly exaggerated (yet strangely sound)
humor?
This episode was simply greatness!
Do my eyes spy...absurdly exaggerated (yet strangely sound)
management-related
This episode was simply greatness!
Jex
Member
[Space Brothers] - Kaiji Edition
Zawa-zawa....zawa-zawa?
I'm constantly surprised by how this show handles time-compression. Which is to say, how little time compression actually goes on. There aren't many shows that you can watch in this day and age where a whole episode will just cover a few hours, or perhaps a day of time in the show. Especially when the next episode will probably take place right after the last episode ended.
Zawa-zawa....zawa-zawa?
I'm constantly surprised by how this show handles time-compression. Which is to say, how little time compression actually goes on. There aren't many shows that you can watch in this day and age where a whole episode will just cover a few hours, or perhaps a day of time in the show. Especially when the next episode will probably take place right after the last episode ended.
Chet Rippo
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Boobs are fat, and fat floats. So the bigger the cup, the more fatty, the more floaty.Saki 20
hmmm, i need to call an expert. Chet what's your thoughts?
Oh and she seems to have sunburned her tits. She really should have put on more sunscreen.
Regulus Tera
Romanes Eunt Domus
It will all make sense by the time you watch the movie. You have no idea...
Mahwaht?
http://www.zetsuen.net/
Site updated, there's a trailer too. No animation footage though. Great music!
Site updated, there's a trailer too. No animation footage though. Great music!
darkside31337
Tomodachi wa Mahou
No it was not. Saki is about tacos.
Chet Rippo
Member
Is Mahjong a cute word for boobs?
It is. It just spends a lot of time focused on the relationships that developed around it. The sense of community and camaraderie.
RurouniZel
Asks questions so Ezalc doesn't have to
Dedication Through Light
Member
Scrapped Princess is awesome Bones being awesome.
That OP is totally great too. I really fell in love with that series.
Pdot, you're not the government. Why must you lead us astray?
dakkumauji
Member
Man, that music is extremely delicious.
Every single time Chitose takes off her glasses I start laughing, hahaha.
You shouldn't trick people into believing such a thing exists.
Oh, it DOES exist. I just recommend highly against it.
Only brave people should watch it.
dakkumauji
Member
Only cause of the very pretty boys. He's easy to please!
Nice character sketches
Yoshino is best boy; Mahiro lags.
Ultimadrago
Member
Jex
Member
Another fool who believed firehawk12's lies.
zyxwvu4321
Member
Just watched the first 2 episodes of Jinrui. Is it normal to feel like I've taken a hallucinogen?
Saki - 19
Saki
Is that guy wearing a fur jacket?
+10 points
Chitose is just awesome. I praise her efforts on making AyanoxKyouko happen.
Yuri conquers all!
Saki
with that amazing comeback! Nationals here we come!
Nice character sketches
Is that guy wearing a fur jacket?
+10 points
Chitose is just awesome. I praise her efforts on making AyanoxKyouko happen.
Ultimadrago
Member
For certain elements, "Quite."
I always knew I could trust you.
Jex
Member
Nah, it's just your every day business satire. Nothing odd there.
The girl is cuter than the fairies, though. >.>
Well that goes without saying my dear Envelope.
I especially love that part of her hair that kicks upward. Sooooo :cajun.
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