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Summer 2012 Anime |OT2| Of Suspended Anime Due To Olympics
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What isn't?
Ultimadrago
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This is why scores are a necessity!
Jex
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Natsuyuki Rendevous] - 6 & 7
This show rarely fails to deliver in terms of powerful emotional content that's delivered to the audience via effective visuals and a script that managed to feel believable and natural despite the supernatural premise of the work.
I'm happy to see that the show has managed to maintain it's consistently impressive level of visual coherence despite the drop in quality that occurred for the fourth episode. Of course, this could just be because Matsuo himself directed both episodes 6 & 7, so if they didn't look up to scratch the show would be in trouble.
I'm a couple of weeks late to comment on any particular aspects of the story or character development because I can see that you've all already discussed that. Personally I don't really mind that the last few episodes have had Haruki sidelined because I've enjoyed seeing how they've developed the other characters. Despite all that I hope that Haruki has more of a role to play in next week's episode because I feel like we've spent enough time 'drawing this out'.
Also, this script can be delightfully blunt:
This show rarely fails to deliver in terms of powerful emotional content that's delivered to the audience via effective visuals and a script that managed to feel believable and natural despite the supernatural premise of the work.
I'm happy to see that the show has managed to maintain it's consistently impressive level of visual coherence despite the drop in quality that occurred for the fourth episode. Of course, this could just be because Matsuo himself directed both episodes 6 & 7, so if they didn't look up to scratch the show would be in trouble.
I'm a couple of weeks late to comment on any particular aspects of the story or character development because I can see that you've all already discussed that. Personally I don't really mind that the last few episodes have had Haruki sidelined because I've enjoyed seeing how they've developed the other characters. Despite all that I hope that Haruki has more of a role to play in next week's episode because I feel like we've spent enough time 'drawing this out'.
Also, this script can be delightfully blunt:
Crash Station
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It might actually be too fast based on what we've heard. It seems they want to get to a later arc relatively quickly.
Hyouka 12
The beginning of the Cultural Festival arc.
Good stuff. This episode had a little of everything. Except Misaki. where is she? I DEMAND MORE MISAKI!
Still, it was a interesting episode. no mystery, just selling Hyouka anthologies. Or trying to.
Well, Oreki sold one...to umm...a punk.
Chitanda is pretty cute when she cosplays.
The beginning of the Cultural Festival arc.
Good stuff. This episode had a little of everything. Except Misaki. where is she? I DEMAND MORE MISAKI!
Still, it was a interesting episode. no mystery, just selling Hyouka anthologies. Or trying to.
Well, Oreki sold one...to umm...a punk.
Chitanda is pretty cute when she cosplays.
chickdigger802
Banned
Chet Rippo
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To Love-ru 3
It's like fate is conspiring to make sure Haruna and Rito never get together. The fact that they both love each other just makes it all the more cruel.
I agree. The show has a general level of restraint that tends to pull it back a bit from being overly heavy with those elements. There's a certain amount of humor used, some characters being self deprecating about their respective situations for example, that has helped in this regard I think. The straightforward dialogue and interactions often keep it from getting too sappy as well, the show tends not to linger on certain events for too long and the characters seem to take action quickly rather than drawing everything out.
Chitanda is cute when she's curious. And she is overwhelmingly curious this arc
She is pretty adorable, but I'm afraid she now has to take a backseat to Misaki. For the brief time she has been in the show up to 12, she is by far the cutest character.
PdotMichael
Banned
They know how to push the right buttons
Can't wait for more plot!
Can't wait for more plot!
They know how to push the right buttons
Can't wait for plot!
What is this? Oda Nabuna?
Yes....
PdotMichael
Banned
silly question, KyoAni doesn't believe in noses.
Yes and it's strange that you don't watch it.
Goemon's cute ninjaness might kill him.
This is for Dresden and duckroll. NSFW.
http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/378269_444876142224197_658972241_n.jpg
http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/378269_444876142224197_658972241_n.jpg
Jex
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Apparently noses aren't cute.
Scary D:
They might not be cute but I don't want my girls looking like Voldemort!
hosannainexcelsis
Member
I was looking at Koji Masunari's work list the other day and saw that he directed my favorite episode of the Jojo's Bizarre Adventure OVA - the gambling one. Of course that was ages ago, but still - props to him!
PdotMichael
Banned
It's sad that they are not the only one with the no noses crap.
Yeah I try to avoid anime without noses or else I just end up staring at the void in the middle of their faces.
Jex
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[Hyouka] - 17
Well, that's the end of that chapter and what a treat this arc has been. I don't really need to go into too much detail about why this arc has been effective (because I'm being lazy) but it's pretty clear that most people here think that it's been the highlight of the show and possibly of this whole season of anime. I wouldn't go quite that far, considering how great Natsuyuki Rendevous has been, but I will certainly echo the near-universal praise that has been awarded to it.
However, in the end it's still tied into a show that's been, for the most part, a boring experience so unfortunately one great arc can't make up the rest of the series and so I'd be hesistent to recommend Hyouka to anyone I know. However, if the rest of the series carries on at this level and ends well than perhaps I'd be be able to say "Just jump in to Hyouka at the start of the Cultural Festival and watch from there".
Well, that's the end of that chapter and what a treat this arc has been. I don't really need to go into too much detail about why this arc has been effective (because I'm being lazy) but it's pretty clear that most people here think that it's been the highlight of the show and possibly of this whole season of anime. I wouldn't go quite that far, considering how great Natsuyuki Rendevous has been, but I will certainly echo the near-universal praise that has been awarded to it.
However, in the end it's still tied into a show that's been, for the most part, a boring experience so unfortunately one great arc can't make up the rest of the series and so I'd be hesistent to recommend Hyouka to anyone I know. However, if the rest of the series carries on at this level and ends well than perhaps I'd be be able to say "Just jump in to Hyouka at the start of the Cultural Festival and watch from there".
Ultimadrago
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Not really. Noses are overrated.
Yes.
Chipmunks are Kyo-Ani's specialty.
I can't watch everything cute at the same time. Japan puts out way too much cuteness at the same time. I'm working on it.
Chet Rippo
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I thought you were cool, but I guess you're not.
I would have to disagree. After episode 6, and even episodes 3-5 are pretty watchable.
Pretty much the very beginning and episode 6 are the only episodes that I really felt detracted from the experience of Hyouka so far. Otherwise it has been fun for me.
Its ok, I still love you Lurky ^_^
Round 1, Group B, Day 2 Results:
B02
1st 288 Iori Minase @ The Idolmaster
2nd 171 Mio Naganohara @ Nichijou
3rd 159 Komaki Jindai @ Saki
B06
1st 417 Toki Onjouji @ Saki
2nd 192 Airi Sena @ Mashiroiro Symphony ~The Colour Of Lovers~
3rd 74 Tsumiki Miniwa @ Acchi Kocchi
B10
1st 324 Mei Misaki @ Another
2nd 260 Ayano Sugiura @ Yuru Yuri
3rd 73 Rias Gremory @ High School DxD
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B02
1st 288 Iori Minase @ The Idolmaster
2nd 171 Mio Naganohara @ Nichijou
3rd 159 Komaki Jindai @ Saki
B06
1st 417 Toki Onjouji @ Saki
2nd 192 Airi Sena @ Mashiroiro Symphony ~The Colour Of Lovers~
3rd 74 Tsumiki Miniwa @ Acchi Kocchi
B10
1st 324 Mei Misaki @ Another
2nd 260 Ayano Sugiura @ Yuru Yuri
3rd 73 Rias Gremory @ High School DxD
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hosannainexcelsis
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I have not been bored by a single episode of Hyouka; some have been weaker than others but they've all been enjoyable on one level or another. (I say this with the caveat that I skipped episode 6.)
Muv-Luv Alternative: Total Eclipse 8
Anytime there's a flashback to the first two episodes, the more I wish it was its own thing given how divorced it is from the actual show. I think they might carry a greater weight if we're catching glimpses of remembered violence from Yui's past rather than it being recycled clips. More setup but next ep looks like it'll be some action.
Anytime there's a flashback to the first two episodes, the more I wish it was its own thing given how divorced it is from the actual show. I think they might carry a greater weight if we're catching glimpses of remembered violence from Yui's past rather than it being recycled clips. More setup but next ep looks like it'll be some action.
Aw yeah, more CG things.
Chet Rippo
Member
The Lurky ship has sailed. Team Nafe 4 lyfe!
PdotMichael
Banned
Mei beats a Yuru Yuri girl? That's impressive!
And Team Shinobu, Yuno and Chihaya!
And Team Shinobu, Yuno and Chihaya!
Dedication Through Light
Member
Didnt know Ben-to had representation, Beauty By the Lake, nice.
You skipped the correct episode. There is absolutely nothing of value that you missed.
Maybe Jex has a point here about skipping episodes, albeit a very circumstantial one.
Of course Mei won. Mei is AMAZING.
Also you chose teams wisely.
Yeah I feel the same. I didn't start really enjoying the show until Episode 3. I just really enjoyed that cafe conversation for some reason. After that with the exception of Episode 6 (though I kinda liked the whole Arcana conversation I guess) I've really been impressed with it. It's definitely a weird show to recommend to others and as much as I love it, I can sympathize with people who find it boring. I just love the directing, the art, and the character interactions enough to find enjoyment out of it.
Canis lupus
Member
I agree. Wouldve been so much better if it was a lovestory. I'm thinking of giving it a 6 or 7.
<3
Wow I actually agree with these rankings.
Nooo! Baby come back! You can blame it all on me T_T
chickdigger802
Banned
oh shit... just realized chet 'upgraded' the avatar.
Needs a bit more 'upgrades' for me taste.
hmmm now im hungry, hungry for meat.
Needs a bit more 'upgrades' for me taste.
hmmm now im hungry, hungry for meat.
PdotMichael
Banned
Because she is just some kind of plot device? I feel bad for Oreki.
She's window dressing at best.
I don't think Chitanda has really done anything useful in the show except egg on Oreki to solve a mystery.
Dedication Through Light
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If she gave Houtarou some space she wouldnt be so bad
as well as not hogging all the spot light for fanfic premises
If she gave Houtarou some space she wouldnt be so badas well as not hogging all the spot light for fanfic premises
Oreki is a pretty patient cat for not telling Chitanda to shut the fuck up. Mad respect.
Chet Rippo
Member
Nafe is best junior, you've got a steep climb ahead of you.
Not a one piece fan?
Chet Rippo
Member
Joke's on you! I'm not a junior anymore
I'm still your senior. From now on you call me Rippo-senpai.
Ultimadrago
Member
Code Geass: Nunnally in Wonderland
A dark hipster take on the Code Geass story.
Grade:
Overall : F
Overall (sub) : C-
Story : A
Animation : A
Art : D-
Music : D
+ Truly subversive, dark, and unique take on the magical girl genre. Wildly creative art direction.
− Limited episode count and high price of entry make the show inaccessible to an audience unwilling to shell out. No Pizza Hut references.
A dark hipster take on the Code Geass story.
Grade:
Overall : F
Overall (sub) : C-
Story : A
Animation : A
Art : D-
Music : D
+ Truly subversive, dark, and unique take on the magical girl genre. Wildly creative art direction.
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