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Summer 2013 Anime |OT3| only manly sports allowed
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Majestic Prince 24 [End]
Was a good ending for such a series, this episode did have a few dull moments but I think the actual mech action stayed pretty exciting all throughout. I kind of wouldnt mind seeing a bit more of it in the future as sometimes, when they get really upclose with them and show the moving parts its quite pleasing. Plotwise
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Suruga still remained the best, but I had to like Izuru and Asagi
I will most definitely buy it when Sentai releases it here in the US in 2014 sometime. 8/10.
Was a good ending for such a series, this episode did have a few dull moments but I think the actual mech action stayed pretty exciting all throughout. I kind of wouldnt mind seeing a bit more of it in the future as sometimes, when they get really upclose with them and show the moving parts its quite pleasing. Plotwise
so much stuff was left open and I really dont think he ought to have die in such a manner. Regardless the way they had the OP1 playing as they search for Izuru made it really emotional and quite intense there. PROMPT and it are truly quite memorable
Suruga still remained the best, but I had to like Izuru and Asagi
Onii-chan moments really took things to the next level making everyone feel closer and like a family of fail six
I will most definitely buy it when Sentai releases it here in the US in 2014 sometime. 8/10.
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Rec 1
Well this is interesting. I like the visual style, and the story sure didn't take its time getting started. Totally didn't expect
. 9 episodes at 10 minutes each...think I'll run through this one in one go, too. Seems like it has the potential to be pretty heartwarming.
Fake Edit: Oh, it's Shaft. That explains why the visual style is so nice.
Well this is interesting. I like the visual style, and the story sure didn't take its time getting started. Totally didn't expect
Matsumaru and Aka to boff in the first episode
Fake Edit: Oh, it's Shaft. That explains why the visual style is so nice.
PdotMichael
Banned
REC was one of the two Nakamura x Shaft anime.
RIP
RIP
I remember watching some of this and then realizing it was SHAFT. Kinda forgot what it was about though. I remember it had a catchy theme.
Dedication Through Light
Member
Meganebu! 3rd PV
Reminded me of how This Boy Can Fight Aliens looks which is really good. Music in this too, I think I liked the OP a lot. Cant wait.
Reminded me of how This Boy Can Fight Aliens looks which is really good. Music in this too, I think I liked the OP a lot. Cant wait.
Aoi Bungaku - Run, Melos 2
So good. So good.
I love how the second half complicates this tale. As the MC of this series tells us, Dazai Osamu wrote this in a stable, happy period of his life (I guess the part in No Longer Human where the protagonist is making cute cartoons), where he wanted to make the world brighter with his stories. On the page, that tale is simple. Melos faces hardship and has doubts, but he overcomes them and succeeds. His friend always believes in him. The evil king is proven wrong. And that's why friendship is awesome.
Nakamura isn't content to retell something so dry, as much as a chase to save an innocent life could come alive in moving pictures. By complicating it as he does with this parallel narrative, it achieves a number of things. The unfamiliarity of the narrative makes it interesting for experienced audiences, and setting it in 20th century Japan brings it closer to modern viewers. But this version of "Run, Melos" makes two other important contributions to the original.
One is how symmetrical the relationship is between he who waits and he who is awaited.
The other thing that I loved in this, as part of the ending, is that the story affirms the power that these fables can possess, the qualities that make them so enduring. As a tale from ancient times with obvious heroes, villains, and morals, it's tempting to throw it out in favor of a grayer, "modern" conception of reality. But this story is so powerful because, beneath everything else, it's about experiences we all face. Even if they tell us things we already know, sometimes those are things we need to hear.
Those two episodes rank highly among my favorite pieces of televised anime ever.
Yeah, and didn't Jexhius watch that sci-fi adaptation of Moby Dick?
I agree with you. As Nakamura shows with "Run, Melos", it is possible for an anime director to reinterpret a classic story in a way that both respects the original and provides fresh insight into its content. Kokoro just... fails to do that. As much as I normally love alternate perspective stuff, I was kind of worried when Episode 2 started, because the act of attempting that exercise itself seemed like a way of making already-implicit material way too explicit, which I normally hate. Since I already wasn't in a charitable mood from the start, I just got madder when the other problems arose. With the parallel story in Melos, Nakamura doesn't have to think too much about the characters as long as the themes hold true. By situating Kokoro's alternate story inside the actual tale, it (to me) suggested a standard of faithfulness that the director didn't reach.
Also, I didn't mention this in the original review, but the song at the end of Episode 1 of Kokoro has to be one of the most ill-fitting pieces of music I've heard in an anime in a long time.
So good. So good.
There's a lot of clever staging here. Parts of this episode play with our sense of reality, and one of the things that makes it so insidious is the attention to detail paid in scenes like these.
I love how the second half complicates this tale. As the MC of this series tells us, Dazai Osamu wrote this in a stable, happy period of his life (I guess the part in No Longer Human where the protagonist is making cute cartoons), where he wanted to make the world brighter with his stories. On the page, that tale is simple. Melos faces hardship and has doubts, but he overcomes them and succeeds. His friend always believes in him. The evil king is proven wrong. And that's why friendship is awesome.
The feverish crescendo of the first half of this episode brings together some of the most fearless mixing of the various realities of this story. As Takada's writing grows more intense, the stage bleeds onto his desk, and his memories creep into the play. It gathered so much momentum before I even realized what was happening, despite having my finger on the screenshot key. Some amazing storyboard work here.
Nakamura isn't content to retell something so dry, as much as a chase to save an innocent life could come alive in moving pictures. By complicating it as he does with this parallel narrative, it achieves a number of things. The unfamiliarity of the narrative makes it interesting for experienced audiences, and setting it in 20th century Japan brings it closer to modern viewers. But this version of "Run, Melos" makes two other important contributions to the original.
Speaking of attention to detail, I'm so glad they used this gesture. Despite its comic use, it also made the scene it was used in much more powerful. I'm still not sure whether or not it actually occurred.
One is how symmetrical the relationship is between he who waits and he who is awaited.
In the original story, the only doubt lies on Melos's end, and that's a doubt he overcomes. What makes this interesting is that Takada and Joshima play both roles at different times. Takada thinks that he is Serinentius betrayed. But, so quickly injured, he's the one who ultimately leaves Joshima waiting on the platform. He was so concerned with his own wounds that he stopped thinking of his friend. It's significant that Joshima gives Takada the watch that parallels Serinentius's medal, which Melos wears around his neck.
The other thing that I loved in this, as part of the ending, is that the story affirms the power that these fables can possess, the qualities that make them so enduring. As a tale from ancient times with obvious heroes, villains, and morals, it's tempting to throw it out in favor of a grayer, "modern" conception of reality. But this story is so powerful because, beneath everything else, it's about experiences we all face. Even if they tell us things we already know, sometimes those are things we need to hear.
On the subject of blurring the lines between realities, the lighting here, at Takada's desk, reminded me a lot of the stage lighting. The sun streaming through his window is kind of a natural parallel to the light rigging coming from above the audience. I'm not sure what the significance is.
Those two episodes rank highly among my favorite pieces of televised anime ever.
Yeah, and didn't Jexhius watch that sci-fi adaptation of Moby Dick?
I agree with you. As Nakamura shows with "Run, Melos", it is possible for an anime director to reinterpret a classic story in a way that both respects the original and provides fresh insight into its content. Kokoro just... fails to do that. As much as I normally love alternate perspective stuff, I was kind of worried when Episode 2 started, because the act of attempting that exercise itself seemed like a way of making already-implicit material way too explicit, which I normally hate. Since I already wasn't in a charitable mood from the start, I just got madder when the other problems arose. With the parallel story in Melos, Nakamura doesn't have to think too much about the characters as long as the themes hold true. By situating Kokoro's alternate story inside the actual tale, it (to me) suggested a standard of faithfulness that the director didn't reach.
Also, I didn't mention this in the original review, but the song at the end of Episode 1 of Kokoro has to be one of the most ill-fitting pieces of music I've heard in an anime in a long time.
I think she shows up about half way. Keep going because Fuyumi can provide the :cajun quite a bit.
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Rec 2
And noooooow comes the tsundere, :lol. Also,
. Harsh. :lol
Uma-ki~!
And noooooow comes the tsundere, :lol. Also,
"we boinked once, but now we're just living together, deal with it"
Uma-ki~!
From research she shows up in episode 4. I can make it!
Fuyumi is pretty adorable too. Its a weird show. Im pretty much staying home most of the day doing nothing so I guess Ill keep going with this.
BassForever
Member
She doesn't have her truly adorable episode until I think episode 7
Isnt this show just like 10 episodes long?
Theonik
Member
Strike Witches 2 12 -END-
Now for the series overall, it was better in several ways to the first season, what was interesting to note was the entirely different approach to CG between AIC and Gonzo. The former made more use of it overall and with some very dubious cases where they even used it in closeups that looked rather bad. But AIC's CG was better overall. Gonzo on the other hand used CG a lot even on the witches but more as a sort of LOD measure. ie witches turn CG when far enough from the camera etc. Their CG looked worse overall though with some very bad cases where they even used it on backgrounds.
That post credit tease. Motherfuckers.
An adequate amount of [REDACTED], overall season 2 had less [REDACTED] Than season 1 I felt but I haven't run the numbers yet. Will depend on whether I feel likewasting investing more time than I already have on this.
It was a good episode overall to end the season, kinda think the twist at the end was not needed but it wasn't all that bad. The credit reel was really nice. I'd have preferred that we got more of that instead and more insight on what the rest of the witches were up to besides Miyafuji.
Now for the series overall, it was better in several ways to the first season, what was interesting to note was the entirely different approach to CG between AIC and Gonzo. The former made more use of it overall and with some very dubious cases where they even used it in closeups that looked rather bad. But AIC's CG was better overall. Gonzo on the other hand used CG a lot even on the witches but more as a sort of LOD measure. ie witches turn CG when far enough from the camera etc. Their CG looked worse overall though with some very bad cases where they even used it on backgrounds.
That post credit tease. Motherfuckers.
An adequate amount of [REDACTED], overall season 2 had less [REDACTED] Than season 1 I felt but I haven't run the numbers yet. Will depend on whether I feel like
BassForever
Member
Yes, but I mean I didn't think much of Liz until said episode where she shot up to being my favorite character in the show. That's just how adorbs she is in that episode
ZachDeKoromaru
Banned
Now all you have left is the movie and then you can eagerly await next month's announcement like me and Pdot. The One Winged Witches manga is also pretty hefty in butts so you should give that a read some time.
Aniplex doesn't believe in HD butts because they're awful people.
PdotMichael
Banned
Don't forget the OVA!
100% hand-drawn!
100% hand-drawn!
Aniplex has some questionable practices.
Theonik
Member
Already watched the OVA like 6 weeks ago.
Movie is ETA later tonight unless my dinner arrangements come before I can get to it. Will note the manga down. Remember you posted it here before being smitten by dresden.
It's been long established that this is the case though.
Oh hey, I totally watched this back in the day. I recall it was a nice watch. Never realised it was Shaft.
Ah yes, the OP was super addictive. =D
Joe Molotov
Member
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Rec 3
Heh, I wonder if
is going to become a running gag.
This show really is great looking, too. Based Shaft.
Heh, I wonder if
Matsumaru trying to move in on Aka and getting hit/pushed/rejected
This show really is great looking, too. Based Shaft.
R_thanatos
Member
Majestic prince - 13
So this new guy has 2 personalities and the second is VERY VERY VULGAR ?
Nothing new i guess.
Still i loved how the bad guy got his shit wreckred..next battle will be even more intresting.
I like the new OP & ED btw..
So this new guy has 2 personalities and the second is VERY VERY VULGAR ?
Nothing new i guess.
Still i loved how the bad guy got his shit wreckred..next battle will be even more intresting.
I like the new OP & ED btw..
Hell yes. I remember now. I have this song on a CD in my car lol.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TLWwCKJscY
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Yes. Yes there is. Its called Mahoraba Heartful Days and its precious.
I saw this on MAL and thought it looked interesting. Guess I'll start it after I finish Rec.
(ANIME ALL DAY, AWW YEAH)
BassForever
Member
Phi Brain 20
They aren't even trying to hide a fact there will be a second season. With only 5 episodes left there are a ton of unresolved plot threads with no conclusion in sight. Gammon truly has gone down the Vader root and I like him far better for it. Honestly the last few episodes feel like they're just padding out as they knew S2 was going to happen and they don't want to resolve things too quickly. Hopefully Ana (and Cube I guess) return by the end of the season.
They aren't even trying to hide a fact there will be a second season. With only 5 episodes left there are a ton of unresolved plot threads with no conclusion in sight. Gammon truly has gone down the Vader root and I like him far better for it. Honestly the last few episodes feel like they're just padding out as they knew S2 was going to happen and they don't want to resolve things too quickly. Hopefully Ana (and Cube I guess) return by the end of the season.
Its about a kind of schizo girl with 4 or 5 different personalities that change when she gets embarassed or scared or whatever. Its pretty ridiculously cute. Youll probably enjoy it.
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Rec 4
Awwwwwww~~
I do wonder though, if some rivals for Aka and Matsumaru are showing up (Aka's manager, and Matsumaru's co-worker).
Awwwwwww~~
I do wonder though, if some rivals for Aka and Matsumaru are showing up (Aka's manager, and Matsumaru's co-worker).
Theonik
Member
R_thanatos
Member
Majesctic prince - 14
Did izuru just went in SEED MODE ?
That fight was amazing too .... Can't wait for the rest.
Anyway Izuru & jiart fights are totally the highlight of this anime.
Did izuru just went in SEED MODE ?
That fight was amazing too .... Can't wait for the rest.
Anyway Izuru & jiart fights are totally the highlight of this anime.
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Rec 5
Hahaha, the perils of
. The whole practice scene with Matsumaru was adorable, and the
was hilarious. :lol
Hahaha, the perils of
H-game voice acting
scene with Aka panicking and hiding the porn she rented to practice with
BassForever
Member
Phi Brain 21
Kaito and Nonoha hugged twice in this episode and she saved him from his own insanity, DTL am cry. Other then bringing Cube back (yay...) this episode didn't add much other then Kaito and Nonoha's closeness.
Kaito and Nonoha hugged twice in this episode and she saved him from his own insanity, DTL am cry. Other then bringing Cube back (yay...) this episode didn't add much other then Kaito and Nonoha's closeness.
Gintoki313
Banned
Yes. Yes there is. Its called Mahoraba Heartful Days and its precious.
I've seen this anime before, it was one of the few anime I remember I watched back then. I can't remember specifics because I saw this years back but I do remember that
the main girl has many personalities, and the puppet guy talks with the dog only.
BassForever
Member
Phi Brain 22
So many bombs dropped this episode it was almost unreal. Rook truly doesn't give a fuck my guess is
. Also that final shot of the guy who'll destroy the world
So many bombs dropped this episode it was almost unreal. Rook truly doesn't give a fuck my guess is
pythagoras has taken over his body/shares his body which is why he acts like a douche but things like love seem to bring out the old Rook
Kaito's gonna go cray it seems
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Rec 6
Aaaaand here comes the conflict. Of course things couldn't stay happy forever.
Rec 7
Wait...things were resolved that quickly (well, it wasn't quick in in-show time, but still)? That doesn't bode well for the remainder of the show...kinda points to things getting even more depressing before it finishes on a high note (if other romance shows I've seen are any indication, at least).
Aaaaand here comes the conflict. Of course things couldn't stay happy forever.
Rec 7
Wait...things were resolved that quickly (well, it wasn't quick in in-show time, but still)? That doesn't bode well for the remainder of the show...kinda points to things getting even more depressing before it finishes on a high note (if other romance shows I've seen are any indication, at least).
amishpriest99
Member
Really? Wow, pretty dumb. Probably would have bought a BD version.
Yeah and it also has that adorable storybook style sometimes.
BassForever
Member
Phi Brain 23
Welp, good job Kaito now
. Kaito's solution to the puzzle that
. I must say these logic battles are far more exciting then what we've seen before.
Welp, good job Kaito now
Rook will be the force standing on top of the destroyed world instead of you
saved Gammon's life and let him win was truly brilliant
Dedication Through Light
Member
They were all so good especially upon dubwatching rewatch. Need to rewatch for the 3rd time again.
Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Rec 8 (or 7.5)
Pretty funny episode. I was wondering when Tanaka from Accounting would show up again. Jealous aka is adorable. :lol
Rec 9
Poor Matsumaru. Keeps getting shit on at work and then
. Really feel bad for the guy.
One episode to go!
Pretty funny episode. I was wondering when Tanaka from Accounting would show up again. Jealous aka is adorable. :lol
Rec 9
Poor Matsumaru. Keeps getting shit on at work and then
Aka stands him up at dinner (though it wasn't really her fault)
One episode to go!
Servant X Service 12
Superior Lucy has appeared.
Also you knew that Hasbe news was coming. It was pretty obvious once Hasbe talked about his family history. The evolution in the romance between Chihaya and Ichimaya was good to see.
Yes Lucy in a dress is quite something. Quite something indeed!
amishpriest99
Member
She was already rather cute to start with. This episode might just be the end of me...
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