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Summer Anime 2016 |OT| Makes Me Happy When Skies Are Grey
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zswordsman
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They uploaded Yu Yu hakusho like a month ago.
Yeah, that was their most notable one since they were spreading the word about it.
Mob Psycho 100 07
Things are really heating up with Ritsu and the show isn't subtle about it visually and even in terms of narrative exposition. Great episode overall. It seems that the student council president created a monster without realizing and now he suffers. This sort of reminded me of Gilgamesh and Kotomine from Fate/Zero albeit neither of them suffered (brb rewatching Kotomine vs Kiritsugu).
I laughed out loud at the con artist scene with Mob and Reigen. Not sure what caused all those things to break and fall. Reigen?!
Bloody good character art as usual but it kind of stood out more this episode, probably thanks to the menacing thugs of various sizes and appearances.
Things are really heating up with Ritsu and the show isn't subtle about it visually and even in terms of narrative exposition. Great episode overall. It seems that the student council president created a monster without realizing and now he suffers. This sort of reminded me of Gilgamesh and Kotomine from Fate/Zero albeit neither of them suffered (brb rewatching Kotomine vs Kiritsugu).
I laughed out loud at the con artist scene with Mob and Reigen. Not sure what caused all those things to break and fall. Reigen?!
Bloody good character art as usual but it kind of stood out more this episode, probably thanks to the menacing thugs of various sizes and appearances.
It was implied that Reigen actually had an evil spirit attached to him like he said, who I assume caused it. (Of course Reigen had no idea himself, lol)
Robot on the Road-
So I think this was the only Animator Expo short I haven't watched and I see now for good reason. This was legit disgusting.
I feel embarrassed not only for the director but the entire animating staff. Someone is given near endless amounts of creativity and what they make is about a perving robot stalking and voyeuring on innocent women in an almost rapist like fashion. Even Imaishi tried to say something deep with his blowup dolls in Sex and Violence while here the camera/storyboarding is literally leering over the main female such as the shower scene. Instead of it coming off as damning, there's a playful tone to the material despite how horrifying and disgusting it is. I expected a lot better from Okiura.
hosannainexcelsis
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He did?
PdotMichael
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Just remember in space a half circle beats everything.
MetroidPrimeRib
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Sölf;214852842 said:
Here's what I'm doing- keeping a notepad with character names, affiliations, rank and appearance next to me so I can keep track of the 270,000 characters. For the main characters like Reinhard, Yang, Kircheis and Oberstein its not needed but oh my God there are a lot of people in this series.
I'm not embarrassed to say I have trouble keeping track of which group of Admirals belong to which faction, especially with the constant jumping of sides with people like Von Schonkopf who have the name of someone from one side but hopped ship to another. I have it split into the FPA, the Empire, Phezzan and Other for people like the space pope
Yuru Yuri 03-08 (I forgot what was the last episode I updated)
Show has been consistently charming and mostly funny. I like it as much as I expected. Those gifs were not lying.
I just saw episode 08 and we learn more about Chitose, I like how it started off, made effective use of humor to relay more about a character even if it is ridiculous. It went from random or yuri humor to something more touching towards the end through simple gestures of a sibling relationship and that of a friend.
Show has been consistently charming and mostly funny. I like it as much as I expected. Those gifs were not lying.
I just saw episode 08 and we learn more about Chitose, I like how it started off, made effective use of humor to relay more about a character even if it is ridiculous. It went from random or yuri humor to something more touching towards the end through simple gestures of a sibling relationship and that of a friend.
Dedication Through Light
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If youre going to do all of that you ought to well just read the novels.
MetroidPrimeRib
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I DO READ THE NOVELS. I have to do this for Kingdom and the Iliad/Odyssey as well. I was going to do it for the Aeneid and Divine Comedy but gave up pretty fast. It was a pretty big waste of time for the Iliad, because of how its written not much of that shit actually matters
hosannainexcelsis
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If you consider that deep...
Well it's not a contemplation of life and death but it is a meaning that holds some weight due to how often people forget it or flat out ignore it. Of course Imaishi delivers it in the most obnoxious way possible but that's Imaishi for you.
A short doesn't necessarily need a theme but I'm not sure who Robot on the Road was supposed to appeal to besides people who want to wank off to anime women.
Yes, I can't believe it's anything other than that.
GoldCrusader
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Edit: i went to look on ANN and it seems that I'm the one crazy since they gave it's story an F. I guess I'll have to rewatch some day to understand what I missed lol.
Anime Limited Updates:
Blu-ray
Blu-ray
Anime Limited Release Dates:Blood Blockade Battlefront [Anime Limited]
Release Date: 7th November
Audio: English / Japanese
Subtitles: English
Format: Two-disc set (2 BDs)
Price:
Limited Collectors Edition BD @ shop.alltheanime: £39.99 (SRP: £69.99)
DVD @ shop.alltheanime: £20.99
The Tatami Galaxy [Anime Limited]
Release Date: 28th November
Run Time: 275 min
Audio: Japanese
Subtitles: English
Format: Two-disc set (2 BD)
Price:
BD @ Amazon.co.uk: £63.91
BD @ anime-on-line.com: £48.99
- Samurai Flamenco Part 2: 5th September
- Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad: 12th September
- Assassination Classroom Season 1 Part 2: 26th September
- Free! -Eternal Summer-: 26th September
- Project Itoh: The Empire of Corpses: 26th September
- Gundam Reconguista in G: 7th November
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Tentative: - Your Lie In April Part 1: October
- Eden of the East Ltd Collectors Edition Blu-ray: November
- Lucky Star: Christmas 2016 (Adding bonus DVD)
- Aldnoah.Zero Season 2: Q4 2016
- Claymore: End of 2016
- Turn A Gundam: Q1 2017 - Blu-ray Only
- Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ: 2017 - Blu-ray Only
- Lupin the 3rd Part 4: Delayed to 2017 Due To Inclusion of English Dub
- Gonna Be The Twin-Tail!!: 26th September
- No-Rin: 10th October
- Yurikuma Arashi: 31st October - Blu-ray/DVD Combo Set
- Brothers Conflict:14th November - Blu-ray/DVD Combo Set
The worst part is the complete lack of repercussions. At least if he had been turned to scrap at the end it would have been worth it.
An announcement will be made on September 9 during a screening of Lupin the IIIrd: Daisuke Jigen's Gravestone at the Shinjuku Wald 9... and Mr. Koike will be present there:
「LUPIN THE IIIRD 次元大介の墓標」上映イベントで新展開発表か 9月9日新宿バルト9にて | アニメ！アニメ！
http://animeanime.jp/article/2016/08/24/30132.html
So, time for the overload of 'KoikeLupin' new projects that didi mentioned?
You know, not long ago we had in this very thread mentions of how solely Mr. Imaishi's influence defines completely everything TRIGGER Inc., has done, and I was just thinking how we tend to personalise all teamwork onto a leader figure (I include myself into that thinking sometimes, I've incurred into that simplification a lot too), so having just read a recently published interview with part of the gang made me consider again just how much of a 'hot-pot' of ideas that studio is:
「LUPIN THE IIIRD 次元大介の墓標」上映イベントで新展開発表か 9月9日新宿バルト9にて | アニメ！アニメ！
http://animeanime.jp/article/2016/08/24/30132.html
So, time for the overload of 'KoikeLupin' new projects that didi mentioned?
Well, remember that Hiromi Wakabayashi was the idea guy!
You know, not long ago we had in this very thread mentions of how solely Mr. Imaishi's influence defines completely everything TRIGGER Inc., has done, and I was just thinking how we tend to personalise all teamwork onto a leader figure (I include myself into that thinking sometimes, I've incurred into that simplification a lot too), so having just read a recently published interview with part of the gang made me consider again just how much of a 'hot-pot' of ideas that studio is:
http://www.anigamers.com/interviews/trigger-superheroes-studio-culture-animenext-2016/
Ushio and Tora - End
Phew, this was hard. It was a 13 episodes, but it felt more like 24.
I don't know what was the general reception for this, but I'll go straight to the point: I didn't like it.
Half season was basically one giant battle against Hakumen (With the beginning being some sorta of Ushio and Tora R2, which was baaaad), so I was like "Jesus, can we please end this already?" on multiple occasions. It sorta reminded me of FMA:B last half, although not quite as bad, it didn't have as many stupid/forced moments.
I did like the final episode itself (And Ushio's mom episode, as well Tora's past), because the characters could actually fight for real instead of playing this 6 episodes long ping-pong match (We are winning! No we are not! We contained him! No we didn'! etcetc) and most plot plot points came together nicely.
Rose and Release played in my mind during this scene...
Phew, this was hard. It was a 13 episodes, but it felt more like 24.
I don't know what was the general reception for this, but I'll go straight to the point: I didn't like it.
Half season was basically one giant battle against Hakumen (With the beginning being some sorta of Ushio and Tora R2, which was baaaad), so I was like "Jesus, can we please end this already?" on multiple occasions. It sorta reminded me of FMA:B last half, although not quite as bad, it didn't have as many stupid/forced moments.
I did like the final episode itself (And Ushio's mom episode, as well Tora's past), because the characters could actually fight for real instead of playing this 6 episodes long ping-pong match (We are winning! No we are not! We contained him! No we didn'! etcetc) and most plot plot points came together nicely.
Personally, I liked Ushio to Tora a lot as a whole.
However, you're right in that the start of the second season in particular was rough. It was very obvious that they skipped a good amount of stuff which made it feel really disjointed. Starting right with that memory loss stuff was pretty annoying as well.
But I really enjoyed the long battle against Hakumen. And how everything that happened tied into the ending was really great as well.
Cornbread78
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Macross Delta #20
God, why is everything involving the Windermerians so fucking boring. Such a waste of time. And merchant guy is shit. Will not be satisfied unless he dies a horrible, painful, slow death in the end.
The drama on the other side is better, but still not as good as when the show is just plain fun. Did enjoy Mirage shittalking Freya and Hayate, and the infiltration was cool. That disguise.
God, why is everything involving the Windermerians so fucking boring. Such a waste of time. And merchant guy is shit. Will not be satisfied unless he dies a horrible, painful, slow death in the end.
The drama on the other side is better, but still not as good as when the show is just plain fun. Did enjoy Mirage shittalking Freya and Hayate, and the infiltration was cool. That disguise.
Hell yes, and I didn't know they got the dub option too. Though I wonder if that locked behind their subscription? I never actually subbed to Funi before, only Crunchy.
GoldCrusader
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If it's locked it's going to have an E on the video's picture.
zswordsman
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Funi dubs are locked under their All access pass. It's pretty cheap if you pay with the yearly option.
Cornbread78
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Yona of the Dawn [END]
A shame this received a very typical ending for a running series, I really want to see more. The series is like a mix between a shounen and shojo and it doesn't hide this. One man army characters, (annoying) manga humor, personality quirks, a (reverse) harem and the list goes on. However, this still feels unique and despite their cliches, a lot of characters had depth and they weren't just caricatures. And of course, Yona's character path, while maybe predictable, is one of the show's strong points, her evolving character is certainly delightful to watch. Also, the story itself relies on a pretty classic premise, but I'm satisfied it's not simply good vs evil. The show doesn't have the political games I hoped for, but it still does a fine job so far on portraying the journey of a young king on uniting a falling kingdom. Though it's still just on the beginning of that, unfortunately.
Anyway, nice and fun series, recommended!
Man, the Green Dragon arc was amazing and so thrilling. A real sense of danger and I loved the conclusion with Yona's shot. And then a very sudden reunion with Soo-won. So many strong character moments for Yona in just 3 episodes.
A shame this received a very typical ending for a running series, I really want to see more. The series is like a mix between a shounen and shojo and it doesn't hide this. One man army characters, (annoying) manga humor, personality quirks, a (reverse) harem and the list goes on. However, this still feels unique and despite their cliches, a lot of characters had depth and they weren't just caricatures. And of course, Yona's character path, while maybe predictable, is one of the show's strong points, her evolving character is certainly delightful to watch. Also, the story itself relies on a pretty classic premise, but I'm satisfied it's not simply good vs evil. The show doesn't have the political games I hoped for, but it still does a fine job so far on portraying the journey of a young king on uniting a falling kingdom. Though it's still just on the beginning of that, unfortunately.
Anyway, nice and fun series, recommended!
hosannainexcelsis
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Fafner Exodus 3
This episode felt a bit too fast, trying to cram a little too much into its runtime. Scenes cut just a little before it felt they should, leading me to feel like I had to run to keep up with the show. There was a bit too much technobabble for my tastes as well. Still, the production remains strong. It's rare to see the photography department show off so much on a TV anime outside KyoAni. There's some interesting narrative developments as well, particularly in the uneasy way the Human Army soldiers are trying to integrate with the island dwellers. The scene with the core was ominous, and of course Soshi's closing narration continues to build up the foreboding that bad shit is on its way.
Glad you enjoyed it. For having to adapt an unfinished story, I think the anime handled it pretty well, ending when it felt like one chapter in Yona's story had come to a close and the next one was still unknown. That the anime ended on the same scene the very first episode had opened on as a flashforward showed that the staff had thought things through. Fortunately, there is more anime coming in the form of manga-bundled OADs, and perhaps that will eventually lead to a second season. Even if it doesn't, the manga has just started to be officially released in English so there'll be a way for us to easily see how the story develops from here.
This episode felt a bit too fast, trying to cram a little too much into its runtime. Scenes cut just a little before it felt they should, leading me to feel like I had to run to keep up with the show. There was a bit too much technobabble for my tastes as well. Still, the production remains strong. It's rare to see the photography department show off so much on a TV anime outside KyoAni. There's some interesting narrative developments as well, particularly in the uneasy way the Human Army soldiers are trying to integrate with the island dwellers. The scene with the core was ominous, and of course Soshi's closing narration continues to build up the foreboding that bad shit is on its way.
Glad you enjoyed it. For having to adapt an unfinished story, I think the anime handled it pretty well, ending when it felt like one chapter in Yona's story had come to a close and the next one was still unknown. That the anime ended on the same scene the very first episode had opened on as a flashforward showed that the staff had thought things through. Fortunately, there is more anime coming in the form of manga-bundled OADs, and perhaps that will eventually lead to a second season. Even if it doesn't, the manga has just started to be officially released in English so there'll be a way for us to easily see how the story develops from here.
So far there is a single OAD out there (unless I forgot a second one). But if you liked it, continue with the manga. Much more politics in there. You may enjoy it even more then. And I really need to catch up with the manga. I am at 63 and there are probably nearly double that amount by now. xD
Edit: Hm, not completely sure where the anime ends. Around chapter 40-42 or maybe even a bit further. And I just saw there are nearly 130 chapters now. Jesus, I REALLY need to catch up. xD
Cornbread78
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Soredemo ep.1
Lolololol. That was a pretty funny intro episode into maid cafe hell, lol. Poor girl is getting beat up mentally (and physically) by her friends. The presentation style is also pretty unique from the way these shows usually play. Either way, this was funny stuff.
At first I thought you were talking about this Soredemo. Which is good. But then I read your post and realized, you were not talking about that Soredemo. Shame.
I'd agree if it wasn't for the final episode,which didn't deliver the closure I hoped for. They started a new arc which remained unfinished and the episode was more like a teaser for the future.
I think I'll just read the manga instead of resorting to further complaining...
Sölf;214890111 said:
He's talking about the right Soredemo!
I hope you like it Cornbread.
zswordsman
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Is there an official stream for this? I can't find it on crunchy or funi but I've been wanting to see it for a while for some reason.
A little late, and I haven't been paying attantion to this thread much lately, but in case it hasn't been talked about yet: It looks like our chinese cartoons are overstepping our japanimation. with an esports anime
names2hard4you
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This is another one on my already massive "to watch" list. Goddamn Cold Steel is cold stealing my free time and soul all in one.
Now that I catched up with all my on-going anime, I kinda want to start this. I read some really good impressions, but my latest experience with this kind of shoujo really left me bitter.
I also have Erin in plan to watch, so it's a toss. 50 episodes are a lot, but I usually get these show by motivating myself to watch at least one episode per day no matter what.
We eSports already. Just look at the Fighting Game and DOTA threads, DeKappa
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