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Winter 2014 Anime |OT2| Waiting for Sakamoto
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Yay!
Well, legit tolerable at the very least.
Even if there's not exactly a single break out show this season is stronger than at least the last few before it. Writing off the entirety of the season because it's "Winter" is pretty dismissive and kind of comes across as misinformed. There are good short shows, some new stuff that's pretty interesting, and many of the returning or continuing shows are hitting their peaks.
Hells naw. There's a lot of good stuff, it's just a tad unbalanced.
Samurai Flamenco 17
Of course there are
Flamenco aliens taking over the world
Higurashi 20
Yeah, guys, even though I know
, I'm honestly still #TeamShion. I mean for starters, I'm FINALLY getting some answers about the second arc, so there's that. But what really makes me continue to root for her is
Yeah, guys, even though I know
she's gone mad and is going to murder Satoko in cold blood, and Satoko is the only woman aside from Takano who hasn't really proven herself evil yet
I don't buy for a second that these fuckers weren't responsible for Satoshi's death. Onibaba is a vicious, horrible monster who wanted to strangle a newborn. The old man has been letting Onibaba rule this town for ages, and his idiotic prejudice against the Houjous more than earned him a ticket to the torture chamber.
And Mion is getting exactly what she deserves because she went along with this, because her innocent girl facade is just as false as her sister's, and she started this shit with her sister by trying to be the badass and not realizing what she was up against. And mostly because she KNEW she HAD TO KNOW that there should've been four fingernails. And also for you know, MAKING HER SISTER go through with that to appease the vile appetite of her grandmother. The only people escaping Shion's justice so far are her parents, who deserved just as much horrible treatment as Onibab for neglecting Shion and allowing Onibaba to mold Mion in her likeness.
I feel kinda bad for Keiichii 2, (Or is this Keiichii 3?), since I recall he was fairly innocent this time around, but ever since Keiichii tried to murder Satoko's uncle he hasn't been the same. Shion murdering Satoko is just as bad, but her vengeance on the rest of this hellhole has mitigated her crime.
And Mion is getting exactly what she deserves because she went along with this, because her innocent girl facade is just as false as her sister's, and she started this shit with her sister by trying to be the badass and not realizing what she was up against. And mostly because she KNEW she HAD TO KNOW that there should've been four fingernails. And also for you know, MAKING HER SISTER go through with that to appease the vile appetite of her grandmother. The only people escaping Shion's justice so far are her parents, who deserved just as much horrible treatment as Onibab for neglecting Shion and allowing Onibaba to mold Mion in her likeness.
I feel kinda bad for Keiichii 2, (Or is this Keiichii 3?), since I recall he was fairly innocent this time around, but ever since Keiichii tried to murder Satoko's uncle he hasn't been the same. Shion murdering Satoko is just as bad, but her vengeance on the rest of this hellhole has mitigated her crime.
dakkumauji
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What the hell:
Google has spoken.
They still have five more episodes, no? I have absolutely no idea where this is going, and that's exactly what I love about this show.
Samurai Flamenco - Episode 17
This show is fucking insane. Maybe in a good way, maybe not, it's impossible to tell anymore due to brain damage, but it's soooooo entertaining. It takes the idea of escalation through the roof, and yet still "grounds" itself in common everyday things which people can relate to in terms of motivations, characterizations, and morality. It's great to see the old characters all back in a major way, but goddamn that new "twist" at the end... lol.
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Witch Craft Works - Episode 6
This show is also crazy, in totally different ways. At least the insanity here is pretty consistent with the LN style storytelling. Mizushima is doing a great job of turning the material into a solid anime though. This episode felt really tightly paced. Lots and lots of happened (none of it really matters as usual, but it's fun as hell) in the span of the episode. and there were some really nice explosions and effects too. The episode also confirms that every single character on this show is clinically insane. :lol :lol
This show is fucking insane. Maybe in a good way, maybe not, it's impossible to tell anymore due to brain damage, but it's soooooo entertaining. It takes the idea of escalation through the roof, and yet still "grounds" itself in common everyday things which people can relate to in terms of motivations, characterizations, and morality. It's great to see the old characters all back in a major way, but goddamn that new "twist" at the end... lol.
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Witch Craft Works - Episode 6
This is actually one of the less ridiculous and random things in this episode.
This show is also crazy, in totally different ways. At least the insanity here is pretty consistent with the LN style storytelling. Mizushima is doing a great job of turning the material into a solid anime though. This episode felt really tightly paced. Lots and lots of happened (none of it really matters as usual, but it's fun as hell) in the span of the episode. and there were some really nice explosions and effects too. The episode also confirms that every single character on this show is clinically insane. :lol :lol
Golden Time 18
EXORCIST! Koko didn't have a whole lot of screen time this week, but she certainly made an impact in what little she did have. Once she's away from Banri, she's surprisingly easy to deal with. I liked seeing more of Banri's old life and old school too. What I'm getting from this is that maybe old Banri and current Banri aren't all that different. (Though I'm borrowing the theory, slightly.)
EXORCIST! Koko didn't have a whole lot of screen time this week, but she certainly made an impact in what little she did have. Once she's away from Banri, she's surprisingly easy to deal with. I liked seeing more of Banri's old life and old school too. What I'm getting from this is that maybe old Banri and current Banri aren't all that different. (Though I'm borrowing the theory, slightly.)
If the broken mirror symbolizes anything. That ghost bridge scene was kinda spooky. And I'm wondering exactly what the context of that rampaging Koko shot is in the preview.
Listen to this man. Onodera the worst.
Golden Time 18
Damn, another great episode. The beginning with Koko was hilarious and the entire high school reunion was pretty earnest. Seems like Linda and Banri have a true mutual understanding now.
Oh, and Banri in high school really was a pathetic loser, wow.
As for that ending... not exact the best sign for future events, to say the least.
As for that preview:
"Night in Paris"?
astrogamer
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Mikakunin 1
Decided to start to watch it. It's very cute especially Mashiro.
Decided to start to watch it. It's very cute especially Mashiro.
You have chosen well.
Magical Warfare 06
I'll admit that of all the MF Bunko announced anime, this did seem like the least interesting, but some of the stuff going on in the magical battles, I like, at least. The way of fighting with the giant pen and protactor was neat.
I'll admit that of all the MF Bunko announced anime, this did seem like the least interesting, but some of the stuff going on in the magical battles, I like, at least. The way of fighting with the giant pen and protactor was neat.
Plus it's good to be done with the amnesia subplot and on to something else.
ZachDeKoromaru
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Sekai Seifuku conquering the Olympics wouldn't surprise me.
Masaaki Yuasa's The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy illustration
(preemptive go away duck comment). From the same tumblr: http://artbooksnat.tumblr.com/post/76556971524/haruhiko-mikimoto-tytania-original-character-designs
(preemptive go away duck comment). From the same tumblr: http://artbooksnat.tumblr.com/post/76556971524/haruhiko-mikimoto-tytania-original-character-designs
Oh right, Bayonetta movie BD is out in Japan today https://twitter.com/MariShimazaki/status/434098195140849664
Admiral Woofington
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So have they delayed anything good because of orympics-senpai?
Save 'N Quit
Banned
I want a Punch-Out! anime in the same style from Little Mac's trailer.
KirbYuuYuu
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OVA series would be best bet.
Theonik
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Tonari no Seki-kun
Kill la Kill 18
Could see the twist at the very end coming a mile off, but still a fabulous episode. Nui is always just a miracle to watch in battle, Satsuki gets to show off all that ferocity she does so well, and Ryuuko gets some pretty damn badass moments of her own. Yeah, you
! XD
And of course Ragyou for her part is such a wonderful villain. Delectably detestable. Loving it.
Could see the twist at the very end coming a mile off, but still a fabulous episode. Nui is always just a miracle to watch in battle, Satsuki gets to show off all that ferocity she does so well, and Ryuuko gets some pretty damn badass moments of her own. Yeah, you
TEAR those threads out of your own brain
And of course Ragyou for her part is such a wonderful villain. Delectably detestable. Loving it.
Admiral Woofington
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Theonik
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Why do you think we got 2 episodes last week?
Crash Station
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Pupa 6
AN ENTIRE EPISODE OF EATING! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
AN ENTIRE EPISODE OF EATING! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
nintendoman58
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Same here. Now that I've finally found some free time in my busy schedule, I can finally plow through GaoGaiGar.
KirbYuuYuu
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Gintama 85
Detective calls himself hardboiled... but... he only really did one hard boiled thing in his entire showing. What a dork.
The twist is that there's 9 Foxes. GET IT!? MYTH JOKES
Detective calls himself hardboiled... but... he only really did one hard boiled thing in his entire showing. What a dork.
Dat family on the moving floor.
Dedication Through Light
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Cardfight!! Vanguard: Link Joker Episode 121 (engDub)
Izaki cardfight was amazing. He picked the best clan and even had the awesome mech inspired Ancient Dragon, Tyranno Legend. It was incredible.
Izaki cardfight was amazing. He picked the best clan and even had the awesome mech inspired Ancient Dragon, Tyranno Legend. It was incredible.
sad he lost due to plot restrictions 
nintendoman58
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GaoGaiGar - 12
So the first half of this episode consisted of some well-welcomed exposition to some things we knew about but didn't really get much information on at first. It's probably going to be inevitable that the Zonders's main objective is going to be akin to either taking over/destroying the world or something, so I'm not holding my breath on anything too major involving them to avoid dissapointment. The second half consisted of our heroes doing some mecha combat training.
I'm getting a sense of foreshadowing from this episode, though considering everything that's happened in this show or not, I can't be sure if it's a red flag or not. It's definitely a yellow flag though.
So the first half of this episode consisted of some well-welcomed exposition to some things we knew about but didn't really get much information on at first. It's probably going to be inevitable that the Zonders's main objective is going to be akin to either taking over/destroying the world or something, so I'm not holding my breath on anything too major involving them to avoid dissapointment. The second half consisted of our heroes doing some mecha combat training.
I'm getting a sense of foreshadowing from this episode, though considering everything that's happened in this show or not, I can't be sure if it's a red flag or not. It's definitely a yellow flag though.
hmm. Actually Mashiro has taken a decisive lead but Kate has her moments. But no matter who wins, we all win
theres a certaon show animegaf loves involving bitchy forgettable characters, insipid mysteries, and a cutie drunk on chocolate. Anime.
Ok ill agree with that.
MikeHattsu
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Kinmoza! 07
Censored weights.
Not as funny as the previous episodes, but still pretty good.
Censored weights.
Not as funny as the previous episodes, but still pretty good.
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Both Nobunagas are male, so they're not really Nobunaga shows.
But one of them's a guy in the body of a high school girl. What does that count as?
Masaaki Yuasa's The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy illustration
(preemptive go away duck comment). From the same tumblr: http://artbooksnat.tumblr.com/post/76556971524/haruhiko-mikimoto-tytania-original-character-designs
This is awesome. I need to get around to watching Kemonozume.
Oh this is going to be amazing.
Crash Station
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Japanese culture!
It actually didn't seem as crazy as it sounded at first, because Kaneda and Tetsuo can kind of be boiled down to archetypes. But I'd never go as far as to say that they're not strong characters, or that they aren't the protagonists of the story. Their actions and decisions (Tetsuo's in particular) drive the entire plot forward.
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