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[Tomat]

Haly gave me a bunch of shows to watch, and then told me Eureka 7 is bad.

I should stop listening to him, right?

 

[qcf x2]

I miss that guy.

what is a bakyu~n

"bang"

 

[Instro]

Tari Tari 1

That was pretty enjoyable. The two main girls seem genki and tsundere respectively, but otherwise the rest of the cast seem suitably different from the norm. It's hard to get a feel for how well they will mesh together, but they seem like a good crew. As Jexhius mentioned there's a rather natural element to them. Gaijin guy seems like a cool fellow, I like him. It's got the usual PA Works look as well, although there's something about the visuals that is bugging me that didn't bother me in Iroha. It seems like in this there is a larger amount of purely CG objects rather than hand drawn ones or something. Or maybe its just that the show isn't as animated as Iroha was.

Anyway, this seems like a solid show to stick with this season. Is it 1 or 2 cour?

 

[SDBurton]

It's from the series 1 title card, since this episode only had Akari. If there's another title card with China on it next week I could make that into an avatar.

YES! I would appreciate it if you do when that happens.

 

[Femmeworth]

Haly gave me a bunch of shows to watch, and then told me Eureka 7 is bad.

I should stop listening to him, right?

Well, Eureka Seven isn't that good.

 

[Firemind]

Iroha this, Iroha that. PA Works still hasn't bested their first production: True Tears.

 

[firehawk12]

The End of Evangelion (First 3 Minutes)

You all already know what I'm going to talk about.

Spoiler

So here I am, about to watch End of Evangelion because despite my loathing of the initial 24 episodes of the TV series, the final two episodes (as preachy as they were) actually left a taste in my mouth that didn't reek of poopoo.

I decide, "Hey, let me take a spin with this movie with the English dub since I watched the TV series with the original VA." So I'm watching it and Shinji is standing there, trying to wake up Asuka. No problem. He's shaking her. No problem. Her robe reveals her chest. No problem. Then some breathing. And to me, the dub makes it sound like Shinji is about to start whimpering. No problem either as this is not out of the realm of possibility when it comes to Mr. Ikari.

Then in the next shot, I see what's in his hand.

I dash for the internet, desperate to confirm that I didn't see what I thought I just saw. And lo and behold, Shinji did what I just saw. I'm stunned and despite my new found observation being fact, I still didn't believe it. So I changed the audio track to the Japanese and it makes even more sense because of his increased breathing second-by-second.

So I get up and I start pacing. I feel like Roger Ebert after watching Pulp Fiction. This is either the best thing I've seen Shinji do in this effing series or the worst thing. Contrary to Ebert's conclusion on Pulp Fiction, I declared that this was, in fact, the worst thing Shinji has done. But there's a redeeming trait about that in the grand scheme of the movie. It's the sign of a pathetic boy becoming more pathetic. Very much in line with the final episodes of the TV series. I brace myself and press play. This is truly the End of Evangelion.

The End of Evangelion (The Rest)

That was a whole lot of movie for something that didn't really need to be

Spoiler

regurgitated. Between people blowing up into LCL Tang and the goddess Rei showing off her goods to the world, that was a lot of pretty images for what was essentially Shinji's repeat rejection of instrumentality. Then I started laughing at the live-action portion while the movie lectured on about existentialism and self-worth once more.

So between this and Yuru Yuri S2 1, it's been a nice day for comedic anime.

That being said, there must have been subliminal messages up the wazoo present in the TV series and movie. I do not regret watching EoE in the slightest. And I also have a desire to watch Rebuild, which I'm sure I'll loathe but still eagerly look forward to the final two because DEEP down in my heart, I actually really like Evangelion, but the mech-critic inside me doesn't want to admit it. Either that or it's because I love Asuka that much.

Find the cut live action scene from the movie and watch it!

Edit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetaDgjpSS4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93V9Xv-m-XY

Amazing. lol

 

[qcf x2]

And I also have a desire to watch Rebuild, which I'm sure I'll loathe but still eagerly look forward to the final two because DEEP down in my heart, I actually really like Evangelion, but the mech-critic inside me doesn't want to admit it. Either that or it's because I love Asuka that much.

The recent Eva movies are worth seeing, thus far. Especially the second.

(Asuka > Misato > > Rei)

 

[Defuser]

Tari Tari 1
It's got the usual PA Works look as well, although there's something about the visuals that is bugging me that didn't bother me in Iroha. It seems like in this there is a larger amount of purely CG objects rather than hand drawn ones or something. Or maybe its just that the show isn't as animated as Iroha was.

Yeah, that's what bugging me too. The whole thing just feel off.

Iroha this, Iroha that. PA Works still hasn't bested their first production: True Tears.

Damn straight. Hiromi ftw , fuck Aiko and fuck Noe.

 

[Firemind]

What has Aiko ever done to you? ;_;

 

[Femmeworth]

The recent Eva movies are worth seeing, thus far. Especially the second.

(Asuka > Misato > > Rei)

What is this, I don't even.

 

[Tomat]

Well, Eureka Seven isn't that good.

B...but.. I love it.

 

[duckroll]

B...but.. I love it.

While you're at it stop listening to Femmeworth. You can trust me though!

 

[Uchip]

Haly gave me a bunch of shows to watch, and then told me Eureka 7 is bad.

I should stop listening to him, right?

depends if he meant the new one or the old one
the original is great
anime wishes it had the originality and soul of E7

 

[Dresden]

The recent Eva movies are worth seeing, thus far. Especially the second.

(Asuka > Misato > > Rei)

Second is fun.

 

[KO Traveling Hobo]

What is this, I don't even.

It's truth. The first movie is just an unnecessary retread. The second is glorious.

edit: well, it's not really unnecessary since it sets up the second movie. But you get what I mean!

 

[Tomat]

While you're at it stop listening to Femmeworth. You can trust me though!

The light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you sir.

depends if he meant the new one or the old one
the original is great

I'm still waiting for him to clarify. I'm referring to the original as I have only watched the first episode of Ao so far.

 

[Chet Rippo]

Well, Eureka Seven isn't that good.

What is this, I don't even.

"Stop liking what I don't like."

 

[Femmeworth]

While you're at it stop listening to Femmeworth. You can trust me though!

Apparently I can't trust you either! *adds to list*

"Stop liking what I don't like."

Hey, people can like Erueka Seven, they just need to understand that it isn't that great. Now the second Rebuild movie is just crap.

 

[survivor]

Haly gave me a bunch of shows to watch, and then told me Eureka 7 is bad.

I should stop listening to him, right?

No he is right, Eureka 7 is bad.

Don't worry, she can still turn invisible.

Invisible Akarin is the best

 

[Hitokage]

Spoiler

VA or idealized carrot on a stick to keep the heroines going

?

Spoiler

More on a mechanical level. Utena fights -> Dios summon -> Finishing blow. Also certain common traits that will be shown later.

 

[duckroll]

No he is right, Eureka 7 is bad.

You're like a different person in ManGAF.

 

[Tomat]

No he is right, Eureka 7 is bad.

I don't know what to believe anymore. I think I need some time alone.

 

[jman2050]

Yuru Yuri 11

A sobering look at what this show would be like without its main character. Fortunately Kyoko got back to normal so crisis averted!

Yuru Yuri 12

That was exceptionally absurd, especially for this show. Chitose and her sister are still terrible characters but they cut down on that shit as the show went along, so I guess it's alright.

Ending was pretty hilarious. I'm just glad every single person there got out in time!

I guess I can now watch episode 1, see how the silly adventures of our three Amusement Club members continues.

 

[Dresden]

I don't know what to believe anymore. I think I need some time alone.

you should believe in yourself

and your duck

 

[Femmeworth]

Calling E7 bad is a bit unfair, it's certainly a lot better than most of the crap out there. Er, that didn't come out right. The point is it's not a bad series.

 

[firehawk12]

Calling E7 bad is a bit unfair, it's certainly a lot better than most of the crap out there.

You probably missed it when cosmic watched it for the first time and raged hard. It was fun.

 

[Chet Rippo]

The Sacred Blacksmith 10

I miss you smiling faces...

Looks like it's no longer fun and games over at the Luke household. The death of the lightning demon sword

Spoiler

Elesa

would have probably held more weight if they didn't introduce them just in the last episode. At the end with the reveal of who the cloaked Man in Black and what Lisa is, the show is gearing up for the grand finale. It will be interesting going forward.
Oh and Cecily being competent is great. The show should have started more like this.

NTR'd

 

[duckroll]

I don't know what to believe anymore. I think I need some time alone.

Here's a duckroll approved list of people to listen to in no particular order:

Instro
Jexhius
hosannainexcelsis
Articalys
Mad Pierrot
Lafiel
Dresden

 

[Femmeworth]

You probably missed it when cosmic watched it for the first time and raged hard. It was fun.

How could he hate it? It even has "Shounen Haato" as one of the OPs!

Here's a duckroll approved list of people to listen to in no particular order:

Instro
Jexhius
hosannainexcelsis
Articalys
Mad Pierrot
Lafiel
Dresden

Articalys doesn't want to watch Avatar: The Last Airbender. He deserves no such approval!

 

[Branduil]

Here's a duckroll approved list of people to listen to in no particular order:

Instro
Jexhius
hosannainexcelsis
Articalys
Mad Pierrot
Lafiel
Dresden

Is this the list of people who like Eureka 7?

 

[Andrew J.]

I guess I can now watch episode 1, see how the silly adventures of our three Amusement Club members continues.

You mean fou...

Oh.

Ohhhhh.

I see what you did there.

 

[firehawk12]

How could he hate it. It even has "Shounen Haato" as one of the OPs!

*giggle* As I recall, he had a violent reaction to the whole

Spoiler

Renton running away arc and how that was resolved

. It was pure rage mode!

 

[Chet Rippo]

Articalys doesn't want to watch Avatar: The Last Airbender. He deserves no such approval!

If anything it gives more reason for him to be on the list.

 

[duckroll]

Is this the list of people who like Eureka 7?

I don't know, but liking Eureka 7 is one of the first steps to enlightenment.

Articalys doesn't want to watch Avatar: The Last Airbender. He deserves no such approval!

But that's exactly why he's on the list, instead of someone like darkside!

 

[Femmeworth]

*giggle* As I recall, he had a violent reaction to the whole

Spoiler

Renton running away arc and how that was resolved

. It was pure rage mode!

I wasn't too fond of that arc either, though perhaps for different reasons.

If anything it gives more reason for him to be on the list.

Hush you!

I don't know, but liking Eureka 7 is one of the first steps to enlightenment.

I liked it too. :|

 

[Geneijin]

Here's a duckroll approved list of people to listen to in no particular order:

Your disdain for me is larger than I anticipated

 

[wonzo]

YuruYuri♪♪ 1

yessss. what a way to start off the second season!

 

[duckroll]

Your disdain for me is larger than I anticipated

But there are lots of people I like who aren't on the list. It just can't be helped. Sacrifices have to be made.

 

[Lain]

Queen's Blade Rebellion 12

While I was hoping in something a bit more... resolutive, the end didn't disappoint and left it open for a nice sequel, which I hope will come.

 

[Makoto]

Usually the Asuka

Spoiler

'death' shocks everyone. Poor lass goes through hell, to end up with Shinji. How did you like the last scenes? The "How disgustin/I feel sick" line is always fun to discuss

Spoiler

I'm in total agreement with Asuka. The subtitles I saw had her saying, "How disgusting." Though in retrospect, I think "I feel sick," would have been just a tiny, tiny bit more fitting for the sole benefit of just sticking it to Shinji because I hate him.

Find the cut live action scene from the movie and watch it!

Edit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetaDgjpSS4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93V9Xv-m-XY

Amazing. lol

Oh wow.

Spoiler

That was supposed to Asuka at the end, as played by her voice actress? uuuuhhhh lol.

That's an odd thing to film, as fitting as it is for the theme of Evangelion. Imprudent shifts in atmosphere all around had it been put in the film.

The recent Eva movies are worth seeing, thus far. Especially the second.

(Asuka > Misato > > Rei)

Will do and I agree with what's in parenthesis.

Yuru Yuri S2 1

"Why can't I hold all these giggles" was basically my experience with this episode's Part A and some of Part B.

 

[Dedication Through Light]

Here's a duckroll approved list of people to listen to in no particular order:

Instro
Jexhius
hosannainexcelsis
Articalys
Mad Pierrot
Lafiel
Dresden

darn, I got no mention

 

[firehawk12]

Spoiler

I'm in total agreement with Asuka. The subtitles I saw had her saying, "How disgusting." Though in retrospect, I think "I feel sick," would have been just a tiny, tiny bit more fitting for the sole benefit of just sticking it to Shinji because I hate him.

Oh wow.

Spoiler

That was supposed to Asuka at the end, as played by her voice actress? uuuuhhhh lol.

That's an odd thing to film, as fitting as it is for theme of Evangelion. Imprudent shifts in atmosphere all around had it been put in the film.

All the character in that segment were played by their respective voice actors, iirc. Even the "NTR" scene at the beginning, if I'm remembering that right. lol

 

[Chet Rippo]

Queen's Blade Rebellion 12

While I was hoping in something a bit more... resolutive, the end didn't disappoint and left it open for a nice sequel, which I hope will come.

I hope so too.

Spoiler

Never mind the fact I still haven't finished the first series.

 

[Defuser]

Yuru Yuri 11

I guess I can now watch episode 1, see how the silly adventures of our three Amusement Club members continues.

I see what you did that.

 

[Hitokage]

Here's a duckroll approved list of people to listen to in no particular order:

Instro
Jexhius
hosannainexcelsis
Articalys
Mad Pierrot
Lafiel
Dresden

This list is not Hitokage approved.

 

[Crash Station]

How could he hate it? It even has "Shounen Haato" as one of the OPs!

Here's the post I made. This was after a week long ban.

 

[Uchip]

Hey, people can like Erueka Seven, they just need to understand that it isn't that great.

I think its great and you cant tell me im wrong

 

[Femmeworth]

This list is not Hitokage approved.

Don't worry, you're on my trustworthy list at least.

Here's the post I made. This was after a week long ban.

While Gekkostate isn't full of great people, Ray and Charles were fucking crazy.

 

[Chet Rippo]

This list is not Hitokage approved.

What is the Hitokage approved list?