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[yami4ct]

From the New World 22

So.....much.......slow.......setup. Seriously, this is another one of those SSY episodes that fails because it's almost entirely exposition and setup for what's to come. It makes it feel like there's nothing happening even if it's clearly the beginning of some insane stuff. This episode also is continuing the trend of giving you the bare minimum of information necessary. They're still trying to keep the show's mystery going. That's partly OK, but they need to start doling out info soon or they're going to either leave a lot unexplained or will have to resort to a giant infodump right at the end.

Onto the good, we finally have a clear endgame. There's now a good sense of what everyone's strategies to

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end the rebellion

are, but it seems like they aren't well thought out. Out of desperation, the humans are going to

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use a method they don't truly understand

. I get they have few options, but this seems super dangerous.

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Using a contagious disease to take out the fiend will inevitably backfire. They clearly have no way of controlling it's spread. I don't doubt this is going to end with the death of many of the remaining humans from this illness as well

. While I'm not a huge fan of this direction, there are plenty of worse ways they could wrap things up and clearly there's going to be more to it. Also, it was nice to see the world outside of the village and the episode looked decent, so it's nowhere near as bad as the lowest points of the series.

 

[Theonik]

If animators start getting paid too little we may have to start tipping them whenever we watch an episode.

"But but, it's expected! How can they buy ramen otherwise?"

 

[Metrotab]

Windy Tales 7



This show leaves me with a smile every time.

This is exactly how I feel. It's a marvelous show. There are few other things that give me that feeling.

 

[Chet Rippo]

Given that people are being paid minimum wage, maybe it's better than it's moved off shore than to have people suffer to make something ultimately so disposable.

I'm not sure how passing the misery onto someone else is much better.

 

[SDBurton]

Now I always hear that its the best by a landslide, but I'd like to know why. Does it have an amazing story? Are the characters as memorable as the ones from Sailor Moon? What is it?

For me, the characters in HeartCatch actually develop in a natural, realistic way. Tsubomi is the prime example of this, evolving from a timid, introverted girl into a dependable, strong individual that is required for those in the leader position. I can't go into detail too much as the moment that really defined her change doesn't take place until late in the series, but the exchange between her and Yuri was so powerful that it takes you aback just seeing how far she has come since the first episode. The same thing can be said for the other girls as well. Whether its learning how to accept one's self, embracing their gender, or placing trust in others, all 4 girls from HeartCatch have these unique, beautiful milestones that they overcome through friendship and unity.

I would go into a lengthier discussion of this but I'm on my mobile phone at the moment. :lol

 

[duckroll]

I'm not sure how passing the misery onto someone else is much better.

I remember a codec conversation in Metal Gear Rising where Courtney was talking about how she was content to be part of the 1%, but then she realized that America was just passing on the misery of jobs no one wants to do by outsourcing them to third world countries under the pretense of improving society. Seemed kinda self-aware!

 

[ZachDeKoromaru]

It seems that us vividred fans ( are they here ?? ) can expect a lot of nicely done fanservice focused episode next time if the preview for ep 9 is any indication

.

 

[cajunator]

For me, the characters in HeartCatch actually develop in a natural, realistic way. Tsubomi is the prime example of this, evolving from a timid, introverted girl into a dependable, strong individual that is required for those in the leader position. I can't go into detail too much as the moment that really defined her change doesn't take place until late in the series, but the exchange between her and Yuri was so powerful that it takes you aback just seeing how far she has come since the first episode. The same thing can be said for the other girls as well. Whether its learning how to accept one's self, embracing their gender, or placing trust in others, all 4 girls from HeartCatch have these unique, beautiful milestones that they overcome through friendship and unity.

I would go into a lengthier discussion of this but I'm on my mobile phone at the moment. :lol

Well that sounds pretty good. Regulus likes it a ton and I trust his judgement.

 

[GoddyofAus]

This isn't really related to the Winter Season, but I have a brand new key visual to share with you all:

Aw Yiss.

 

[Steroyd]

Jojo - 21

So... does this make Lisa Lisa

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a loli?

This gun be good.

Chihayafuru S2 - 08

Never thought I'd use the black muscles joke for Karuta.

Very interested in how the relationship dynamic will be in the next episode.

 

[PdotMichael]

I'm a Vividred fan, but I watch it for stuff like episodes 4 and 8 more than anything, so I don't know how I feel about this.

Wait? You can watch Vividred for more than the hotpants, docking and the glorious silly action?

 

[duckroll]

Wait? You can watch Vividred for more than the hotpants, docking and the glorious silly action?

 

[RurouniZel]

What about combining?

 

[BGBW]

Chihayafuru teaches a valuable lesson to every Wapanese person out there. Maybe it wouldn't be so great if you were born Japanese.

 

[R_thanatos]

Docking is necessary ...the only time where it's not is in Dragon ball Z

 

[Metrotab]

Welcome to the NHK! - 6

The part where he goes crazy during the class gave me so much Fremdschämen. Urrrrghhh.

 

[Shergal]

Wait? You can watch Vividred for more than the hotpants, docking and the glorious silly action?

I don't know, I watch it exactly for that! Episodes 4 and 8 are the highlights of the show in that sense.

 

[dakkumauji]

Sasami-san@Ganbaranai 08

Hi, we blew our budget on that airborne fight scene.

Besides the lovely scenes of scenery, definitely did like the crazy plot this is becoming. I was disappointed that we didn't get the whole get Amaterasu out of the cave adaptation.

 

[jbug617]

Majikoi Rewatch

You know what surprise me was that there was no beach episode. Also Miyako has to be one of the most aggressive girls in a harem anime I ever seen. The fights were good and the sexual innuendo going on throughout the series wasn't bad. The festival candy scene is memorable.


Also Sentai also put in a little work on the bluray and added in 12 shorts. I didn't watch them all but seems okay.

 

[Canis lupus]

Welcome to the NHK! - 6

The part where he goes crazy during the class gave me so much Fremdschämen. Urrrrghhh.

Very good anime, Satou is someone I could relate to, and Misaki was cute.

 

[R_thanatos]

Majikoi Rewatch

You know what surprise me was that there was no beach episode. Also Miyako has to be one of the most aggressive girls in a harem anime I ever seen. The fights were good and the sexual innuendo going on throughout the series wasn't bad. The festival candy scene is memorable.


Also Sentai also put in a little work on the bluray and added in 12 shorts. I didn't watch them all but seems okay.

Only because the anime is a original special story that bridge 2 games together in badly paced arcs ..
The beach episode was featured in the Vns.

 

[KiN0]

Does anyone know where I can find the OST for Zetsuen no tempest? It was supposed to release on the 27th but I there is just no sign of it anywhere.

 

[jbug617]

Only because the anime is a original special story that bridge 2 games together in badly paced arcs ..
The beach episode was featured in the Vns.

That's good to know. It was strange having a harem show and no beach.

 

[Neo C.]

Chihayafuru S2 episode 8: Megumu, Chihaya,

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dat Queen

; the top girl players are crazy

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beautiful

.

 

[dakkumauji]

OreShura 09

Pink's still the best.

 

[Canis lupus]

Haven't kept up with news, any update on Kuroko basket season 2?

 

[jbug617]

Haven't kept up with news, any update on Kuroko basket season 2?

The OVA just came out. It was about Kuroko and the Generation of Miracles when they were on the same team together.

Rumors are that it is either in April or the Winter.

 

[dakkumauji]

The OVA just came out. It was about Kuroko and the Generation of Miracles when they were on the same team together.

Rumors are that it is either in April or the Winter.

Don't think season two will be in April otherwise we would have heard more about it by now. Earliest would be summer at this point.

 

[Dedication Through Light]

The OVA just came out. It was about Kuroko and the Generation of Miracles when they were on the same team together.

Rumors are that it is either in April or the Winter.

I think the april rumour was based on a really fake anime chart.

 

[jbug617]

Don't think season two will be in April otherwise we would have heard more about it by now. Earliest would be summer at this point.

I think Winter would make the most sense to tie it with the Winter Cup. At the same time I don't know how much Season 2 is going to cover. Where they left off in the anime there is training and Winter Cup quals to go through.

 

[Syrinx]

Cowboy Bebop 23

Probably one of my favorite episodes so far. Goddamn Ein is so awesome. I'm thinking about switching back to my Ein avatar now. He was all, "Bitch, give me that damn thing, and I'll show you how this hacking shit is done."

The Scratch guy's conversation with Spike at the end was one of the best scenes in the series.

 

[Canis lupus]

The OVA just came out. It was about Kuroko and the Generation of Miracles when they were on the same team together.

Rumors are that it is either in April or the Winter.

Oh the OVA already came out, watching it soon.

 

[Geneijin]

Does anyone know where I can find the OST for Zetsuen no tempest? It was supposed to release on the 27th but I there is just no sign of it anywhere.

Should have preordered it.

 

[ZachDeKoromaru]

Maoyuu 8

I don't believe you!

Man that speech was great.

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That ending was huh, wow. I'm not sure what's going to happen next week at all.

 

[Lafiel]

I'm glad everyone is finally able to see Wolf Children now. It's seriously one of the best anime films I've ever seen on-par with the classics like Millenium Actress, Only Yesterday, Kiki's Delivery Service etc.

 

[dakkumauji]

Milky Holmes II 11

And a Merry Lard-mas to everyone!

 

[SDBurton]

Majikoi Rewatch

You know what surprise me was that there was no beach episode. Also Miyako has to be one of the most aggressive girls in a harem anime I ever seen. The fights were good and the sexual innuendo going on throughout the series wasn't bad. The festival candy scene is memorable.


Also Sentai also put in a little work on the bluray and added in 12 shorts. I didn't watch them all but seems okay.

Why did I play the VN of this? :lol

 

[Soma]

Why did I play the VN of this? :lol

I often ask myself the same thing

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still waiting on that Miyako route translation

 

[ZachDeKoromaru]

Melonpan has a new video (NSFW, contains a grown man in sukumizu, thigh highs, and lab coat for those who are unaware of his greatness). Constantly reminding me that I will never be him.

 

[Reknoc]

Girls und Panzer 3-4

It's interesting to learn that in this near future (alternative present?) that all schools are now on boats. Probably after countries got sick of youths loitering around and decided the world would be a much better place if all children were sent to live on aircraft carriers in the middle of the ocean. I agree that this is probably a better future.

Also that people are insured against tank attacks.

 

[R_thanatos]

Why did I play the VN of this? :lol

Why did you ? You could have been playing a sono hanabira game or another Vn i could have handpicked for your taste

 

[SDBurton]

I often ask myself the same thing

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still waiting on that Miyako route translation

All I needed was Momoyo nee-san.

Yukie wasn't bad either.

Why did you ? You could have been playing a sono hanabira game or another Vn i could have handpicked for your taste

You're such a bro. ;_;

 

[R_thanatos]

You're such a bro. ;_;

If you haven't i recommand this
You're garanteed to love it.

 

[FYC]

Uh oh. I watched the first episode of Gravitation dubbed. It's not a promising start.

The publisher hasn't uploaded the subbed version to their channel though, I'd have to buy the(rather expensive) DVD set. Bah.

Can someone who's watched the subbed version tell me if it's a lot better than this?

 

[ASSauLTxMasTER]

Fairy Tail ends at episode 175 the end of this month. It's happening

Funi better get there dubs together.....

 

[Dedication Through Light]

Fairy Tail ends at episode 175 the end of this month. It's happening

Funi better get there dubs together.....

How can Funi get their dubs together when they can barely even release new anime in a reasonable amount of time without delay. Arent we still 120 episodes behind...

 

[Syrinx]

Futari wa Pretty Cure 4

Aw, I wish Mayu would join Pretty Cure. She was adorable. '

Nice job ruining that sculpture, Nagisa. Now a work of art from a long-gone era now looks like a chick scratching her ass. Again, good job. The art aficionados seemed fond of it, though. So...everybody wins, I guess?

Wish the fight scene took more advantage of the "paintings coming to life" thing. Other than that though, pretty good episode.

 

[Dedication Through Light]

Pet Girl of Sakurasou 20

I assume that this is the final arc, which is a nice path to take us on as the anime winds down. One final event to unite all the residents together under one goal as they prepare to graduate two of them. I just hope it didnt take so much time from Kanda-kun that he wont be able to have his materials together for his game presentation. Though at least did give tons of great time with Ryuunosuke.

Prime Number is fantastic ed.

 

[firehawk12]

I'm not sure how passing the misery onto someone else is much better.

Yet we do that for all our clothes and electronics.

 

[Jintor]

Why did you ? You could have been playing a sono hanabira game or another Vn i could have handpicked for your taste

I have to admit, I like the concept of Sono Hanabira games more than I like the actual games.