Ultimadrago
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Summer 2012 Anime |OT2| Of Suspended Anime Due To Olympics
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welp, browsing anime CDs on Amazon JP somehow caused me to end up looking at figurines, and I can safely say that the situation is as depressing as it's always been. Sold-out preorders, third-party seller gouging on top of already-high MSRPs; I'm suddenly reminded why I stopped purchasing figurines altogether. Absolutely must not get bitten by the bug again.
I ordered some stuff
I've been tempted to buy a figurine and I've had a tab open for the last couple of day. I have to also take into account there are two Lego models coming out that I want and both of them cost a pretty penny. And then there's a new console coming out that I may be obliged to get because that's just the way I am.
Wait... Aniplex is the one doing SAO? Does that mean I can import the Blu-Rays? OMG!?!!!!
This is probably gonna sound stupid but it never occurred to me before that anime studios visit Comiket to sell stuff or have some announcements. I always thought it was strictly for doujin creators.
dat Madoka shopping bag
I recently started watching GC again for the lolz and cajunator. The first two episodes are pretty solid. Can't say the same for the rest of the show though...
That is also the case, yes.
I would say most of the people there are for the anime studios.
PdotMichael
Banned
Do they come with a brain microwave transmitter?
Well she is inquisitive.
Train of Midnight
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welp, browsing anime CDs on Amazon JP somehow caused me to end up looking at figurines, and I can safely say that the situation is as depressing as it's always been. Sold-out preorders, third-party seller gouging on top of already-high MSRPs; I'm suddenly reminded why I stopped purchasing figurines altogether. Absolutely must not get bitten by the bug again.
I ordered some stuff
Is not so bad. just dont look at how much you spent.
Also, when you see a preorder open, POUNCE ON IT!
Thats not a lot of money really.
I wish I could go to these things
Doooo it!
Penguin Musume told me to tell you that.
They already exist.
Are you curious?
Chet Rippo
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Depends on the figure.
Dedication Through Light
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Space Battleship Yamato 2199 ep 3
The anime continues to display an impressive level of detail in its visuals. It has this characteristic style that makes it just look fresh and new all the way through. There are a few visual oddities here and there (sometimes some bland textures on surfaces for one and awkward mix of different styles for the clouds and the ground that the interface they meet at looks odd) however it doesnt take away anything from the experience. The explosions still look as stunning as ever, no matter how big or how small.
The interfaces used are also really impressive with their level of detail and clarity. The first two episodes had me impressed with their floor map of the solar system. I kind of get lost in just looking at them and focusing on them during the most technical jargon filled scenes. For example during the explanation of Iscander Warp Travel using that Wave Motion Engine, I liked how they displayed the interior of the system and went through the process of how they can use it for the Dimensional Wave Motion Explosive Compression Emitter to form micro black holes.
The warp travel looked really stunning at times both for the entry to get into it and inside of it.
Exiting through was quite cool too with the seemingly shards of ice covering it just breaking off like glass and shattering. I hope we get to see this again, which I guess we may.
For the characters, Kodai looked really cool as the Tactical Officer on board and manning the actual Wave Motion Cannon. The Wave Motion Cannon was pretty impressive and hopefully they can justify its use later on. I also like how more of the crew received larger roles, for example the other person who mans the guns (impressive reflection of the display they gave his glasses, I feel its something minor that shows tend to avoid.
For the actual plot, it was interesting and unique. I hope it stays focused on the crew and their interactions among each other.
The anime continues to display an impressive level of detail in its visuals. It has this characteristic style that makes it just look fresh and new all the way through. There are a few visual oddities here and there (sometimes some bland textures on surfaces for one and awkward mix of different styles for the clouds and the ground that the interface they meet at looks odd) however it doesnt take away anything from the experience. The explosions still look as stunning as ever, no matter how big or how small.
The interfaces used are also really impressive with their level of detail and clarity. The first two episodes had me impressed with their floor map of the solar system. I kind of get lost in just looking at them and focusing on them during the most technical jargon filled scenes. For example during the explanation of Iscander Warp Travel using that Wave Motion Engine, I liked how they displayed the interior of the system and went through the process of how they can use it for the Dimensional Wave Motion Explosive Compression Emitter to form micro black holes.
The warp travel looked really stunning at times both for the entry to get into it and inside of it.
Exiting through was quite cool too with the seemingly shards of ice covering it just breaking off like glass and shattering. I hope we get to see this again, which I guess we may.
For the characters, Kodai looked really cool as the Tactical Officer on board and manning the actual Wave Motion Cannon. The Wave Motion Cannon was pretty impressive and hopefully they can justify its use later on. I also like how more of the crew received larger roles, for example the other person who mans the guns (impressive reflection of the display they gave his glasses, I feel its something minor that shows tend to avoid.
For the actual plot, it was interesting and unique. I hope it stays focused on the crew and their interactions among each other.
Im curious why the Gamilians are resembled to humans in appearance and such, or is it just a coincidence. The entire time on the content of Jupiter was kind of nice even if just for how vivid and colorful the landscape was, I hope we get more of these and less of the red rocky surface of episode 1/2.
Ultimadrago
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still waiting for Chitanda X Irisu
My body is ready
Marika Katoh nendoroid.
Why do things have to cost money
RurouniZel
Asks questions so Ezalc doesn't have to
I need to learn to make my own figures. Too bad I don't know the first thing about sculpting. :/
Jex
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As long as you're happy to pay the Aniplex tax!
PdotMichael
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Jex
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Not to single you out or anything, because lots of people have said this, but why do people keep assuming it's going to be an upscale?
T_T. Man.... I hope someone localizes SAO eventually. It doesn't need dub. Just... please... give me SAO....
It's okay. We all know this is true.
Jex
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It doesn't matter how it comes out, you'll be paying through the nose if you actually want to own it.
Thats not really paying through the nose. Its pretty much normal pricing. What Americans have been paying for anime is practically stealing it.
dakkumauji
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Chet Rippo
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At what point does tax end and extortion begin?
Chet Rippo
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Its a good quality figurine. Alter did a good job with it.
Penguin Musume is a bit heavy though for a figure.
Sailor Moon S 105
Perhaps it's simply because they haven't played a major role for an episode or 2, but Haruka and Michiru are becoming more tolerable.
As far as a character episode goes, I feel like the ones in S haven't really been that good so far, compared to those in the previous seasons. Ami's, Rei's, and now Makoto's all felt rather bland, as far as actually revealing or developing character goes.
Perhaps it's simply because they haven't played a major role for an episode or 2, but Haruka and Michiru are becoming more tolerable.
Also, the fact that they still are very apprehensive about actually killing someone to take a talisman despite their facade of indifference, though it does annoy me that they don't have the courage to actually do it, does make them more sympathetic, and therefore likeable.
As far as a character episode goes, I feel like the ones in S haven't really been that good so far, compared to those in the previous seasons. Ami's, Rei's, and now Makoto's all felt rather bland, as far as actually revealing or developing character goes.
dakkumauji
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Probably when even cajunator says it's too expensive.
Has he said this before?
Dedication Through Light
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Isnt Aniplex America essentially guaranteed to bring it out. They need something to release next year apart from rereleases of BLue Exorcist and Fate/Zero. I also think its likely since they did spend the time to bring over the OP song.
Well Im not gonna pay 450$ for a Holo GSC figure and I'm not gonna spend $2000 to get Cardcaptor Sakura blurays.
dakkumauji
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Well those are all Japanese releases, so it's still too early to tell for the NA market!
When you have nothing left to buy for a reasonable price, there's only one direction that you can go.
The prices wont be that bad over here.
SAO would not e priced as highly as Fate Zero.
I don't even think Bakemonagatari will be priced that highly.
Aniplex: $4000 for the complete CCS collection on blu-ray
Sentai Filmworks: subs on Crunchyroll and $1000 for the complete CCS collection on VHS
Funimation: 12-episode releases on DVD/BD once to twice a year at $50/$60 each, releases canceled halfway through due to poor sales
S'More Entertainment: $40 for the complete CCS compressed to fit on three discs without subtitles
Media Blasters: purchases CCS license, never uses it, releases Cardcaptors DVDs instead
Dedication Through Light
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Unless streaming numbers are super high, I guess theyd follow a release pattern like BLue Exorcist for SAO, I think. Sub only dvds first, blu ray full dub collection with Kirito's jacket a year later, maximum profits.
You mean, releases the first 7 episodes on DVD, then delays further releases for years while picking up Yaoi and ecchi anime licenses.
(my pain for Bakuman on disc, still waiting for episode 8-14).
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