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Winter Anime 2015 |OT| ZA WARUDO is not square!
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Hah I see where the confusion came from, yeah it's a documentary. No way in hell would I buy the actual film on DVD, something as beautiful as that?! I think the Ghibli films are the only things in the UK that do well sales wise, especially on Blu-ray. Around 30k to 40k sales for films like Totoro every year (Arrietty sold around 40k in 2012 to become the best sellng anime release of that year. Origin: Spirits of the Past is the only thing to come close, at 25k...no idea why that film sells so well in the UK lmao)
Summary of the documentary:
BassForever
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Not going to work due to snow, so today is a great day to catch up on anime I've fallen behind on
Stardust Crusaders 28-29
The battles with Anubis were really awesome and felt like the first true battle of this second season of anime.
Stardust Crusaders 30
OH MY GOOOOOD!
OH MY GOOOOOD!!
HOLY SHIT!
This episode is amazing
Stardust Crusaders 28-29
The battles with Anubis were really awesome and felt like the first true battle of this second season of anime.
Stardust Crusaders 30
OH MY GOOOOOD!
OH MY GOOOOOD!!
HOLY SHIT!
This episode is amazing
MikeHattsu
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It's the short version of the doc? And they're selling it on it's own? Pfft.
Persona 3 Falling Down new PV http://a.pomf.se/lmpqyl.mp4
Just a joke on how Cinderella Girls also has a character named Akane Hino. But she's hot-blooded just like Sunny, so it all works out.
Theonik
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And this is part of the reason why the UK anime market is dead.
Yeah I've never heard of that show personally, but the fact that people reject the notion of a high quality release and wanting everything under £20 prevents a lot of stuff from happening here. The cheaper I can get something for, the better no doubt. I don't have a money tree in the back garden, but I also never minded importing the Japanese Gunbuster Blu-ray which is 6 episodes and has no English subs for around £70...because I love the show!
I hate it when everyone says "Give X show to Anime Limited" but if there's a show I like and want releasing in the UK, yeah give it to them. Their releases are far from perfect, but with my pestering I'd like to think that it's having a positive impact whenever I talk to the folks there. They get the message, and love these shows and want to give them the best release possible. I don't want everything to be Aniplex prices here, as that would kill anime in the UK altogether, but surely there's a happy medium? There's room for both high quality love letters and bare-bone releases.
Animatsu have a very close relationship with Sentai Filmworks in the US, I think like 90% of what they've announced is from their library (Nadia, Gatchaman Crowds etc) and I think Sentai Filmworks released Kill me Baby last October on Blu-ray...so ask them about that
Aikatsu! Akari Generation 123
Akari's Thumbelina-themed getup is pretty good, and the song that accompanies it equally so. While I like PriPara's music more, Aikatsu certainly has more music. Akari's really come a long way from the insecure, slightly dorky girl she was back in mid-S2. Now she's got a steady job as a weather girl, a rising star on the idol circuit... she's making Ichigo proud.
In other news, Shirobako has been delayed on CR.
Akari's Thumbelina-themed getup is pretty good, and the song that accompanies it equally so. While I like PriPara's music more, Aikatsu certainly has more music. Akari's really come a long way from the insecure, slightly dorky girl she was back in mid-S2. Now she's got a steady job as a weather girl, a rising star on the idol circuit... she's making Ichigo proud.
In other news, Shirobako has been delayed on CR.
BassForever
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Stardust Crusaders 31-32
Finally caught up on JoJo, next series to tackle is Log Horizon
Log Horizon S2 E14
Kanami is truly awesome and I hope this little side story will eventually lead to her joining the main cast of characters in the Japan server. The character dynamics of her little party were fantastic and they could easily make an entire series following their exploits.
Finally caught up on JoJo, next series to tackle is Log Horizon
Log Horizon S2 E14
Kanami is truly awesome and I hope this little side story will eventually lead to her joining the main cast of characters in the Japan server. The character dynamics of her little party were fantastic and they could easily make an entire series following their exploits.
astrogamer
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Testament 9
The censorship in this show is always great. Semi-interesting twist in the actual plot
The censorship in this show is always great. Semi-interesting twist in the actual plot
MikeHattsu
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Gintama 065
Poor Sadaharu, getting killed like that.
There's also catching rare beetles for money, and throwing up on a barbecue.
Poor Sadaharu, getting killed like that.
There's also catching rare beetles for money, and throwing up on a barbecue.
ThreePiMatt
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I've posted so little, almost not at all over the past few weeks, but I just got through all of Natsume Yujin-chou and I walk away from it mixed. Overall I liked it, but felt like just way too much filler. I don't like Natsume as a character, he's one of those who are just "too nice for their own good" and it just ends up with too many episodes of "here's a problem with a youkai, now its resolved." Would have been nice to see more about his grandmother, or more episodes exploring his relationships with other humans and how the youkai fit in with that. Also, Nyanko-sensei more or less makes that show.
That said, after four seasons of that I need to take a step away from heartwarming stories and back into something lewd. I rarely rewatch shows (I think the only shows I've watched more than once are Haruhi, Nozaki-kun, and parts of K-On), but I think I'm going to dive back in to that great masterpiece, Oreimo.
That said, after four seasons of that I need to take a step away from heartwarming stories and back into something lewd. I rarely rewatch shows (I think the only shows I've watched more than once are Haruhi, Nozaki-kun, and parts of K-On), but I think I'm going to dive back in to that great masterpiece, Oreimo.
It begins!
Revolutionary Girl Utena 14
The Student Council were mostly sympathetic (Saionji aside), but these new Black Rose guys are a whole new breed of creepy, what with the corpses and the
It seems partially symbolic, partially freaky. There's a lot of dark-skinned people with hair in various shades of purple running around, and I'm not sure if any of them are related to the guy in the dreamspace who I saw last episode.
Nadesico 01
The Galaxy Quest of anime. I've heard a lot about this one, and again, while my experience with mecha in Japanese media is mostly limited to Super Sentai, i can recognize the archetypes they're playing on here. So far, mostly premise-setting, but what I see of the premise - nerds of all flavors attempt to fight a war - takes a lot of the steam out of the usual military stories that populate so much of mecha anime. Not that comedy can't hide gravitas, but right now, a chance for anime to poke fun at itself is always welcomed.
Cyberteam in Akihabara 01
The "if I was in charge of making anime, this is what I'd make" of anime. Its showing its age with how close the Patapis are to Tamagotchis and that the "magical girls" of the series are more summons done by the Patapis is an interesting angle. Suzume's speaking pattern is exceedingly fancy, and our first villainess is already front-loading this series with hints at some greater scheme. I like it because it's set in Akiba, but I'm excited to continue on and see if I like it for other reasons.
Revolutionary Girl Utena 14
The Student Council were mostly sympathetic (Saionji aside), but these new Black Rose guys are a whole new breed of creepy, what with the corpses and the
lake of hellfire waiting when Utena destroys one of the Black Rose rings.
Nadesico 01
The Galaxy Quest of anime. I've heard a lot about this one, and again, while my experience with mecha in Japanese media is mostly limited to Super Sentai, i can recognize the archetypes they're playing on here. So far, mostly premise-setting, but what I see of the premise - nerds of all flavors attempt to fight a war - takes a lot of the steam out of the usual military stories that populate so much of mecha anime. Not that comedy can't hide gravitas, but right now, a chance for anime to poke fun at itself is always welcomed.
Cyberteam in Akihabara 01
The "if I was in charge of making anime, this is what I'd make" of anime. Its showing its age with how close the Patapis are to Tamagotchis and that the "magical girls" of the series are more summons done by the Patapis is an interesting angle. Suzume's speaking pattern is exceedingly fancy, and our first villainess is already front-loading this series with hints at some greater scheme. I like it because it's set in Akiba, but I'm excited to continue on and see if I like it for other reasons.
CheapJuice
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Tokyo Ghoul √A - 09
I think this was for the most part a good transition episode to what I guess is about to happen. For starters I think they did a good job with showing how fearful this Owl's reputation is. Like the soldiers having to write wills and breaking down before the operation.
I knew the Owl was a strong enemy but not like this. Kaneki's little talk with Nishio on the rooftop was nice, with the light of the battle popping up. The sudden Tsukiyama.. breakdown I guess, felt weird though.
I think this was for the most part a good transition episode to what I guess is about to happen. For starters I think they did a good job with showing how fearful this Owl's reputation is. Like the soldiers having to write wills and breaking down before the operation.
I knew the Owl was a strong enemy but not like this. Kaneki's little talk with Nishio on the rooftop was nice, with the light of the battle popping up. The sudden Tsukiyama.. breakdown I guess, felt weird though.
AquaWateria
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Most Anticipated TV Anime of Spring 2015 Season
http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2015/03/05/research-most-anticipated-tv-anime-of-spring-2015-season
Fuck Yes!!!!!!! Gintama number 1 baby, Japan has some great taste. There are some series that don't deserve to be ranked high but as long as Gintama is number 1 all is forgiven.
http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2015/03/05/research-most-anticipated-tv-anime-of-spring-2015-season
Fuck Yes!!!!!!! Gintama number 1 baby, Japan has some great taste. There are some series that don't deserve to be ranked high but as long as Gintama is number 1 all is forgiven.
Something that can't be said about you... ever.
Really now, personal attacks?
Is there actually anything good coming in Spring 2015? all of this stuff looks like shit.
AquaWateria
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No need to be aggressive sheesh.
If attacking me makes you feel great well props to you.
Well anyways......
Jex
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From Vito??? Nevah!!
AquaWateria
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Gintama, Arslan, SNAFU, and Ore Monogatari look great. They probably are gonna be the top ones of the season.
Principate
Saint Titanfall
Well you got the best part to come then.
But yeah Garo had no chance in hell of selling well, it's a mishmash of unpopular anime tropes and storylines, with some questionable budget in the first season. It's why I was so glad it got the season 2 and movie announcement, because it's the type of anime that had no chance in hell receiving such announcements due to volume sales.
That reminds me do we have any idea when Season 2 is even coming out All I know is that they've mentioned it comes out in 2015 due to the 10th anniversary.
Looks like CR's Shirobako release is delayed.
I hope it is not more rights issues.
I wouldn't worry about it to much. Someone who gets their jollies from making others feel like garbage isn't worth paying attention to.
Tokyo Ghoul Root A 09
Surprisingly okay episode. Some decent action cuts in the beginning even if it regressed to the standard fare later on.
I didn't like the out of the blue inclusion of Ape and Dog gangs in the manga and I don't like it here even if it was foreshadowed a bit in the anime. All these people are awfully fast to risk their lives for no good reason, Anteiku staff included.
They may have again diverged from the manga and I'm really dreading the direction this change will take them.
Surprisingly okay episode. Some decent action cuts in the beginning even if it regressed to the standard fare later on.
I didn't like the out of the blue inclusion of Ape and Dog gangs in the manga and I don't like it here even if it was foreshadowed a bit in the anime. All these people are awfully fast to risk their lives for no good reason, Anteiku staff included.
They may have again diverged from the manga and I'm really dreading the direction this change will take them.
ShinRPGamer
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Durarara X2 8
Is it wrong that I want
Also why do Verona and Slon keep referring to Celty as a he in the subs? It's fairly obvious that Celty is female.
Is it wrong that I want
Mikado to go off the deep end just so that he might become a more interesting character?
Also why do Verona and Slon keep referring to Celty as a he in the subs? It's fairly obvious that Celty is female.
MetroidPrimeRib
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C'mon Vito...
Cooking smut!!@11!
now that I look other then Gintama seems like a weak season
AquaWateria
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Tokyo Ghoul Root A 09
Surprisingly okay episode. Some decent action cuts in the beginning even if it regressed to the standard fare later on.
I didn't like the out of the blue inclusion of Ape and Dog gangs in the manga and I don't like it here even if it was foreshadowed a bit in the anime. All these people are awfully fast to risk their lives for no good reason, Anteiku staff included.
They may have again diverged from the manga and I'm really dreading the direction this change will take them.
I guess it's a way to repent for their sins and what's a good way to do that but fight for Anteiku.
Jex
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Gintama will automatically be good.
The Heroic Legend of Arslan is based on a book series by the guy who wrote Legend of the Galactic Heroes. It's going to be directed by veteran Noriyuki Abe. I imagine it will be, at the very least, good.
firehawk12
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You could say the same thing about action, but I assume Japan is even more prudish than Americans when it comes to sex.
That's the funny part. They kept that secret just for the short burst of drama, since it's apparently arbitrary. lol
What about Tytania???
Isn't the studio doing it supposed to be awful or something ?
Edit: Googling Arslan - I see the story isn't even complete though it started in 1986 ...
ED2; School Days writer for series composition. :O
Jex
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A poorly made show doesn't necessarily suggest that the source material is bad!
Moreover, the source material for Arslan is certainly well regarded, so much so that we've already had numerous anime based off the same text!
There are many marks against the studio and the staff, that's for sure. I just thought I'd try optimism for a change of pace!
MikeHattsu
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santeesioux
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Baby Steps season 2 is coming next month too. I don't even like tennis and that is an alright show.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Go Home Club? Just call it KKK!
Dedication Through Light
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Well I hope Arslan goes beyond the manga and is doing the LN. Though with the characters revealed so far, I dont know if it will truly get beyond the manga.
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Seraph of the End, UtaPri Revolutions, Food Wars!, and FutureCard Buddyfight 100 are the best bets for Spring anime. Buddyfight even gets its OP by fripSide its gonna be epic.
Dedication Through Light
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Fafner Exodus Episode 9
Kazuki is just as awesome as the new gen. The assimilation taking place too this episode. I love how theyve leveled up from s1 and the movie of Fafner.
Kazuki is just as awesome as the new gen. The assimilation taking place too this episode. I love how theyve leveled up from s1 and the movie of Fafner.
Speaking of Legend of Galactic Heroes, its episode count somewhat holds me back from watching it. Will there be a lot of filler episodes?
Having said that, I thoroughly enjoyed Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water despite its episode count.
This is very timely as I was just talking about UK sales earlier and how Ghibli dominated, well here's some info to back that up. Some UK Anime sales figures for the month of February 2015.
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1| NARUTO SHIPPUDEN VOL 20 MANGA ENTERTAINMENT
2| BLOOD LAD COMPLETE SERIES ANIME LTD
3| BATTLE GIRLS TIME PARADOX COLLECTION MVM
4| KAMISAMA DOLLS SERIES COLLECTION MVM
5| CHROME SHELLED REGIOS COLLECTION MVM
6| SHANGRI-LA SERIES COLLECTION MVM
7| FAIRY TAIL PT 9 MANGA ENTERTAINMENT
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[B]Top 10 overall sales (February 2015):[/B]
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1| THE WIND RISES STUDIO CANAL
2| SPIRITED AWAY STUDIO CANAL
3| MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO STUDIO CANAL
4| HOWLS MOVING CASTLE STUDIO CANAL
5| NARUTO SHIPPUDEN VOL 20 MANGA UK
6| PRINCESS MONONOKE STUDIO CANAL
7| POKEMON 4EVER STUDIO CANAL
8| AKIRA MANGA UK
9| KIKIS DELIVERY SERVICE STUDIO CANAL
10| NAUSICAA OF THE VALLEY OF WIND STUDIO CANAL- Naruto Shippuden Box Set 20 topped the new release chart in February with just over 1000 units sold.
- The Wind Rises topped the overall sales chart with over 3,700 units sold, with Spirited Away over 2000 units behind that.
- It was a close battle between Howls Moving Castle and Naruto Shippuden Box Set 20 for fourth spot in the overall rankings. There werent many units difference between them.
- To make into the overall top 10 over 600 units needed to be sold.
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