Teh Annie-May Thread (Super Turbo Revival)

[Kakizaki]

I would honestly keep continuing on with this thread as well.

[Vincent Alexander]

^Word, Kaki. Much love.

So, I have The Twelve Kingdoms and Utawarerumono sitting around, waiting to be watched. Has anyone seen either?

[unknown]

I've seen a couple episodes of Utawarerumono, kind of reminds a little bit of Suikoden for some reason. It's alright I guess.

[FewtureMD]

Highly recommend Darker Than Black and Gurren Lagann

WHO THE HELL DO YOU THINK I AM!!!???!?!!!!

[Hamel]

^Word, Kaki. Much love.

So, I have The Twelve Kingdoms and Utawarerumono sitting around, waiting to be watched. Has anyone seen either?

Uta starts kind of slow but gets good
and I heard a lot of people liked The Twelve Kingdoms

[iammako3]

and I heard a lot of people liked The Twelve Kingdoms

Twelve Kingdoms is great, but it never got a real ending. :-( I'm liking that TokyoPop is releasing the novels here. Maybe I can get some closure (especially with the whole Taiho story arc!).

[Vincent Alexander]

So, I'm going to go see "Sword of the Stranger" tonight at theaters. Hope it is good.

[iammako3]

So, I'm going to go see "Sword of the Stranger" tonight at theaters. Hope it is good.

Oh yeah! I'm getting a group of people together to go see this too. And afterwards, we shall head to Gameworks for DDR! A fun night of Japanese pop culture brought to the US for all!

(Oh, Vincent Alexander, I don't know exactly where you are in Illinois, but if you're near the AMC Barrington 30, that's where we'll be at!)

[Vincent Alexander]

^Never even heard of that place. I'm in Central Illinois.

[iammako3]

^Never even heard of that place. I'm in Central Illinois.

Oops, I'm in the Northwest suburbs. Oh well! Still, I'm glad people are actually going to see this! I went to Karas when they played it in theatres and there were 3 people there (including myself). It was just sad.

[Sei]

Lol at old boy avatar.

But, currently, I'm on episode 9 of Mobile Suit Gundam 08th. So far, it's really good, and I like it.

It's one of my favorite Gundam shows, esp the ending!

I really liked 00 17, not sure I'd call that a saber as much as a long lasting mega beam rifle thing though, I mean, I thought the saber bit denoted a short range cutting weapon, and that thing is more of a canon.

I think it's a shame 00 has such (imo) terrible mech designs, it would be my favorite Gundam if it didn't. I mean.. I guess they are contemporaneous and aerodynamic and whatnot (things like the flags) but...

I was happy to see a Taozi show up again. I think that is the only MS I like this time around. Zaku type monoeye things 4L

[Hitoshura]

I've seen a couple episodes of Utawarerumono, kind of reminds a little bit of Suikoden for some reason. It's alright I guess.

THANK YOU! So I'm not the only one who got this vibe!

Dammit, Al needs to watch this, and quit calling it furry. >:O

[Foryth]

Well, I ditched Black Lagoon for now and decided to start Tower of Druaga Aegis of Uruk. Seems cool so far.

[Constraint]

Speaking of which, Vincent, any updates on that creepy ass house? Why not call the police or something, and find piles of bodies inside that house O_o..

Anyways, I've finished 08th gundam, and moved on to Mushi-shi. So far, wtf at Mushi-shi. I fail to see anything awesome about it, but I've only seen 1 episode. Maybe it's because I like action.

[Flußkönig]

Anyways, I've finished 08th gundam, and moved on to Mushi-shi. So far, wtf at Mushi-shi. I fail to see anything awesome about it, but I've only seen 1 episode. Maybe it's because I like action.
That is about as action packed as it gets. If you didn't like the first episode then you probably won't like any of them. You should check out Mononoke instead.

[Vincent Alexander]

Speaking of which, Vincent, any updates on that creepy ass house? Why not call the police or something, and find piles of bodies inside that house O_o..

Wow. I'm surprised you remember that. I just visited it again over the weekend. Someone has been out there to mow the lawn and replace the "do not trespass" signs. That is about it.


Also, I had to jump back in here for a quick moment just to post these:

http://www.alafista.com/2009/02/08/new-fullmetal-alchemist-anime-starts/
http://www.alafista.com/2009/02/06/original-dragonball-z-anime-reruns-in-digital-format/
I smell Dragon Ball Z Blu-ray season sets early 2010.

[Foryth]

Alright, I finished watching Tower of Druaga - Aegis of Uruk. I really enjoyed it, it's been a while since I stuck to an anime all the way to the end. I'm looking forward to watching season 2.

[Constraint]

Speaking of which, Vincent, any updates on that creepy ass house? Why not call the police or something, and find piles of bodies inside that house O_o..

Wow. I'm surprised you remember that. I just visited it again over the weekend. Someone has been out there to mow the lawn and replace the "do not trespass" signs. That is about it.


Also, I had to jump back in here for a quick moment just to post these:

http://www.alafista.com/2009/02/08/new-fullmetal-alchemist-anime-starts/
http://www.alafista.com/2009/02/06/original-dragonball-z-anime-reruns-in-digital-format/
I smell Dragon Ball Z Blu-ray season sets early 2010.

What about the huge amounts of booby traps. Was that guy a ninja lawnmower or something?

[Vincent Alexander]

The booby traps are in the forest behind the creepy house. There is an actual trail lined with young, planted trees that lead back there. Unfortunately, it is closed off with a gate. The only way into the forest is to walk in from way farther over.

[Constraint]

Anyways, I've finished 08th gundam, and moved on to Mushi-shi. So far, wtf at Mushi-shi. I fail to see anything awesome about it, but I've only seen 1 episode. Maybe it's because I like action.
That is about as action packed as it gets. If you didn't like the first episode then you probably won't like any of them. You should check out Mononoke instead.

Nah, actually, I like episode two and three a lot. The first episode was boring though.
I'm also reading the manga variation, which is a toned down version of the anime.

[Flußkönig]

Anyways, I've finished 08th gundam, and moved on to Mushi-shi. So far, wtf at Mushi-shi. I fail to see anything awesome about it, but I've only seen 1 episode. Maybe it's because I like action.
That is about as action packed as it gets. If you didn't like the first episode then you probably won't like any of them. You should check out Mononoke instead.

Nah, actually, I like episode two and three a lot. The first episode was boring though.
I'm also reading the manga variation, which is a toned down version of the anime.
I am glad you ended up liking it. I didn't think the first episode was boring at all, but different strokes for different folks I guess.

I have been reading the manga as well. Volume 7 is coming out in May, but I wish it was getting released a little sooner.

[Hamel]

How is the manga version of Mushishi?

[Flußkönig]

How is the manga version of Mushishi?
I like it. From what I can remember the anime follows the manga fairly closely.

The manga continues on past the point where the anime ends though, so it is worth reading if you enjoyed the show.

[Hamel]

I did so I would have to buy it now

[SlaughterX]

Dunno if this has been mentioend yet, but there's going to be a ToV (http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3172713) anime...

[Vincent Alexander]

Ya, I saw that. I only hope the ending of it doesn't go as downhill as the game's.

[Flußkönig]

^I watched 5 or 6 episodes of the ToTA anime and it seemed to follow the games storyline verbatim. I thought it was pretty :yawn: since I already knew exactly what was going to happen.

If the ToV anime is also like that then I doubt I will end up watching it.

[Foryth]

Just watched episode 6 of Tower of Druaga season 2(aka Sword of Uruk). The series is taking a pretty interesting direction, I wasn't expecting this when I started season 1. I love it.

[Vincent Alexander]

Have you finished Tower of Druaga yet?

[Kakizaki]

Just watched episode 6 of Tower of Druaga season 2(aka Sword of Uruk). The series is taking a pretty interesting direction, I wasn't expecting this when I started season 1. I love it.

I had no idea this series would shape up to sound interesting.

[Foryth]

Have you finished Tower of Druaga yet?

It's not finished in japan yet, so no. Currently waiting for episode 7 of season 2 to come out.

[Foryth]

Well I started Casshern Sins while waiting for the next Druaga. It's pretty damn cool so far.

[Vincent Alexander]

I can't stand watching shows until they are finished airing. I like to be able to watch them all in a row.

[Constraint]

Anyways, I've finished 08th gundam, and moved on to Mushi-shi. So far, wtf at Mushi-shi. I fail to see anything awesome about it, but I've only seen 1 episode. Maybe it's because I like action.
That is about as action packed as it gets. If you didn't like the first episode then you probably won't like any of them. You should check out Mononoke instead.

Nah, actually, I like episode two and three a lot. The first episode was boring though.
I'm also reading the manga variation, which is a toned down version of the anime.
I am glad you ended up liking it. I didn't think the first episode was boring at all, but different strokes for different folks I guess.

I have been reading the manga as well. Volume 7 is coming out in May, but I wish it was getting released a little sooner.

Episode 5 was okayish. I might watch Episode 6 tonight.
But yeah, I also looked a particular thread in an anime forum, where they discussed how long they watched an anime series in one sitting.

http://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=64606

Bleach aswell. 80 epis non stop..
All of Fullmetal Alchemist in one sitting, about twenty hours.
50 (or something) episodes in one day. it was a loooong day actually =)

[Vincent Alexander]

I've only watched this much once, and it was over Christmas break a few years ago. I started at about 2 AM and literally didn't sleep until I finished all 51 or 52 episode of Gundam Wing and 26 Visions of Escaflowne. Nowadays, I'll finish a 26 episode series in a sitting, but only if I really like it.

Oh, and I just read the gaming company GDH is absorbing what is left of Gonzo.

[Flußkönig]

I can't stand watching shows until they are finished airing. I like to be able to watch them all in a row.I am the exact opposite. I generally watch one episode a week and just watch a bunch of series at a time.

I feel like it gives me something to look forward to and I don't get all that disappointed if the show turns to #### after the first 5-10 episodes.

[Vincent Alexander]

I can't stand watching shows until they are finished airing. I like to be able to watch them all in a row.I am the exact opposite. I generally watch one episode a week and just watch a bunch of series at a time.

I feel like it gives me something to look forward to and I don't get all that disappointed if the show turns to #### after the first 5-10 episodes.
Ya, I can see that. But I really can't handle more than one show at a time. At least with a lot at a time, I can throw away crappy shows pretty quick. It took me a single night to discover that Death Note and Noien were complete ####, then I stopped watching 'em.

[Foryth]

Yes! Just saw that ep 7 of Druaga is out when I went to get the next Casshern Sins episode. I'm gonna go watch that #### RIGHT NOW. :D

[Vincent Alexander]

I hate Neon Genesis....a lot. But for all of you fans: Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance Scheduled For 27th June.

[Foryth]

I really liked Evangelion (enough to buy the Platinum edition box set heh) but I'm not really sure about a remake. I might check it out anyway, but they better have changed enough to make it worth my while.

[Sei]

^ They added a lot of stuff to the first compilation/remake movie, I was sceptical of it, but it builds on the story nicely. The second one is supossed to have a new unit, a character not in the show, and some other stuff. So I think they've changed enough, I just hope it's for the better. Trailer and videos for it can be seen here: http://www.japanator.com/new-trailer-for-the-rebuild-of-evangelion-2-0-via-a-korean-cam-ninja-6715.phtml

I just watched the first Casshern Sins and it seems pretty interesting, wondering how it builds up. Gundam 00 is still kicking ass, too. Episode 2 of MS Igloo 2 was finally released, but it was also sorta disappointing for me, I didn't really like it. I hope they close strong with the last one. I am not sure the Shinigami thing really works with Gundam.

Also, Saint Seiya Hades on and off. It's pretty good, if repetitive.

[Constraint]

Watched episode 6 of Mushi-shi. It was a somewhat better episode than 5, but I still think it was in the okay range. I hope 7 is better.

[Tivor]

I hate Neon Genesis....a lot. But for all of you fans: Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance Scheduled For 27th June.

And Bluray and DVD of Eva 1.11 will be released in Japan on May 27.

http://extr.b-ch.com/cgi-bin/eva_news/official/rss_det.cgi?news_c=10873&newsctg_c=1001

I hope they will do a better job of mastering the damn disc this time.

*glares at his R3 DVD of Eva 1.01 with compression artifacts in some key scenes* :mad:

[Foryth]

Well, I started checking out other titles while waiting for the next Druaga and Casshern. I watched the first two episodes of both Xam'd Lost Memories (Bounen no Xamdou) and Linebarrels of Iron. I think I will only continue Xam'd, Linebarrels didn't impress me at all.

[SlaughterX]

Finally finished Fighting Spirit. I'll watch Champion's Road tonight... are they any fan translations of the new season online yet?

Also... I ####ing hate Eva.

[Foryth]

Tower of Druaga - Sword of Uruk episode 8 is up!

Also, I'm about halfway through Xam'd Lost Memories and I like it. For some reason the character designs kinda remind me of Miyazaki. Don't know if that's just me.

[SlaughterX]

So the first episode of the Blue Dragon anime is free on the Xbox Live Marketplace.

I've been watching the new season of Ippo, yay for HD! I hope they release it on Blu-Ray domestically some day...

[syl]

Is it just me or the supporting cast of Gundam 00 dropping like flies?
Sigh, still waiting for Black Lagoon: 3rd Barrage to get a release date; Roberta fans rejoice!

[Constraint]

I just watched Voices of a Distant Star yesterday. It was okay, but pretty neat.
and for today, I watched 5 Centimeters per Second. Amazing..

[Foryth]

Just finished watching up to episode 15 of Xamd. Damn, episode 13-14 were pretty intense, it took a very interesting turn.

Also, episode 21 of Casshern Sins is up, so I'm gonna watch that...

[iammako3]

Just watched all of Technolyze. It was good, but had a very bleak ending! If anyone's considering watching it, watch at least 3-4 episodes before you judge. Episode 1 is, uh, "special" (it had about 3 lines of dialogue that make no real sense and a lot of heavy breathing).

[Vincent Alexander]

Texhnolyze, ya mean? I hate that show. It builds up sort-of like Gungrave (a favorite), and definitely gets a lot better as it goes along. Midway through, Texhnolyze is awesome. But then it goes downhill again. On top of never really hitting a climactic moment, the ending was depressing as Hell (and horrible).

[SlaughterX]

Certain Best Buy (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2009-02-20/best-buy-to-change-dvd-strategy) stores are going to have all their anime of clearence (I think 50%) off.

[Foryth]

Just finished Xam'd Lost Memories. Great series overall, but only an OK ending.

[Constraint]

Finished Episode 1 of Naruto: Shippuden. I loved it. I wonder how the fillers are, though.

[Vincent Alexander]

They aren't as bad as the original Naruto fillers, but still not great. And if you liked Naruto, you'll love Shippuden. It is a huge step up.

[unknown]

I haven't watched Naruto in forever, still keeping up with the manga though and waiting for them to animate Kakashi Gaiden.

[Hitoshura]

Finished up Higurashi the other night. Man. Absolutely amazing. It's going somewhere on my top 5, but I'm not sure where. Can't wait for Umineko.

Watching Busou Renkin, it's really good so far, too. I'm on... ep 7, I believe. The music is great.

[Hamel]

Watching Busou Renkin, it's really good so far, too. I'm on... ep 7, I believe. The music is great.

ILU <3
Seriously BR needs more love it was a fun show

[Vincent Alexander]

Just bought a #### load of new anime from Best Buy. I think having over 100 anime shows on DVD is too much. Perhaps a break for a while? I would hate to count my fansubs.

[iammako3]

Just bought a #### load of new anime from Best Buy. I think having over 100 anime shows on DVD is too much. Perhaps a break for a while? I would hate to count my fansubs.

Did you buy a bunch because of their sale on anime thing going on? I wasn't sure when that started. I kind of hope at least one BB around me is going to participate in the sale, but OTOH I hope my BBs sell enough anime that that they keep getting a lot too. It's a tough call.

[Sei]

Casshern is awesome. Best anime I've seen in a while.

[Vincent Alexander]

Just bought a #### load of new anime from Best Buy. I think having over 100 anime shows on DVD is too much. Perhaps a break for a while? I would hate to count my fansubs.

Did you buy a bunch because of their sale on anime thing going on? I wasn't sure when that started. I kind of hope at least one BB around me is going to participate in the sale, but OTOH I hope my BBs sell enough anime that that they keep getting a lot too. It's a tough call.

My local BB isn't, probably because I'm in a college town and the anime sells like hot cakes. But I drove an hour across the border to Missouri and the BB there was having the 50% off. The selection is going fast though, so I'd go quick if you want to get in on it. Make sure to call up the store, mention you heard about the half off and then ask if they are participating. I might drive an hour again tonight and go into Kentucky to check another BB.

I really don't care for Afro Samurai, but $9 for a blu-ray was a sweet deal. Don't pass this 50% off deal up.

[Hitoshura]

Casshern is awesome. Best anime I've seen in a while.

Yeah! It's really good. I'm still early on in the series, about episode 8 or 9 I think, but I really dig it. Lyuze is <3.

[Foryth]

Yes, I can't wait for episode 22 of Casshern Sins. It is great both visually and storywise.

[Sei]

Yeah, I saw it with otter and I kept hearing "this is art". It's really beautiful and intense. And I love the care that goes into the design of third party characters. It isn't immediately obvious who is a red shirt and who isnt, so things like the episode 2 stuff leave you going WTF. We were quiet for like a minute going WTF, it was great.

It's the kind of anime I can recommend to anyone, it is beautiful, its intense, and it's full of emotion. I prolly wouldn't have seen it if not for you mentioning it Foryth, so thanks :)

Gundam 00 is still good times, too! I hope they animate Unicorn after it, because their super pastel colorful thing they have going with it right now might get a bit old over the long term. The last episode was great.

I wonder if there'll be a Spice and Wolf 2. I loved that show too, so pretty, and the music was great.

[unknown]

It's been confirmed that they're making a Spice and Wolf 2, I think it's coming out in the summer.

Also I'm not entirely sure if it's the 30th anniversary Gundam project, but a UC based OVA has been announced that takes place in 0081.

[Flußkönig]

I watched a few episodes of Rideback recently and it seems pretty good so far. All of Foryth's praise has also gotten me interested in Tower of Druaga.

[Sei]

It's been confirmed that they're making a Spice and Wolf 2, I think it's coming out in the summer.

Also I'm not entirely sure if it's the 30th anniversary Gundam project, but a UC based OVA has been announced that takes place in 0081.

Awesome on both fronts! at 0081 it probably is a completely new thing, but UC is still my favorite Gundam timeline and so far have liked all of their projects.

[Foryth]

I watched a few episodes of Rideback recently and it seems pretty good so far. All of Foryth's praise has also gotten me interested in Tower of Druaga.

And I think it was actualy Hito's and Al's(not sure about Al?) praise in another thread that got me interested in the first place. Make sure to start with Aegis of Uruk tho, Sword of Uruk is season 2. Anyway, I hope you'll like it as much as I do. :)

[Hitoshura]

Wow, me? Haha, I don't think Al has seen it, although yeah, it's really good.

I need to get to watching Sword of Uruk though... haha, I've just been so busy with watching and playing other stuff.

[Moé]

annie moo is for nerds xd

I haven't had a chance to watch what I want to watch so I don't watch it all that much nao

[Vincent Alexander]

Maybe I'll watch Sword of Uruk again then try the second season. I really didn't care for the first season, but Foryth's nipples are pretty hard over the second that it gets me a little excited.

[Flußkönig]

Make sure to start with Aegis of Uruk tho, Sword of Uruk is season 2. Anyway, I hope you'll like it as much as I do. :)
Yeah, I remembered people mentioning the show when it first aired, but that was awhile ago. I looked it up and saw that the show was already on its second season.

I will probably start watching the show this weekend.

[Foryth]

^^If you didn't like first season I doubt you'll like the second one though. (@ Vince)

The first episode is very different from the rest of the series though. The series is more serious than that.

[Hitoshura]

Almost finished with Busou Renkin. Honestly, I wasn't a fan of Rurouni Kenshin but... I have to say, I think Busou Renkin is probably the best shonen anime out there.

[Sei]

^ Soul Eater would like to have a word with you :P

H8 Ruroni Kenshin, it has nice art but every episode pretty much comes down to:

Kenshin: OHAI! Pleased to meet you, I'm hitokiri battousai, you wouldn't like me when im mad, I'm an idiot otherwise, look at the nice colors, whee!
Villian of the week: Oh I wouldn't huh? betcha I would *poke poke* Who's mad now big boy *poke poke*
*Kenshin goes saiyan and either kills him or not depending on the week with his dull blade sword*

Rinse and repeat. Sorta liked the ova tho.

[Vincent Alexander]

H8 Ruroni Kenshin, it has nice art but every episode pretty much comes down to:

Kenshin: OHAI! Pleased to meet you, I'm hitokiri battousai, you wouldn't like me when im mad, I'm an idiot otherwise, look at the nice colors, whee!
Villian of the week: Oh I wouldn't huh? betcha I would *poke poke* Who's mad now big boy *poke poke*
*Kenshin goes saiyan and either kills him or not depending on the week with his dull blade sword*

Couldn't agree more.

[Hitoshura]

H8 Ruroni Kenshin, it has nice art but every episode pretty much comes down to:

Kenshin: OHAI! Pleased to meet you, I'm hitokiri battousai, you wouldn't like me when im mad, I'm an idiot otherwise, look at the nice colors, whee!
Villian of the week: Oh I wouldn't huh? betcha I would *poke poke* Who's mad now big boy *poke poke*
*Kenshin goes saiyan and either kills him or not depending on the week with his dull blade sword*

Couldn't agree more.

QFT

I haven't seen Soul Eater, and it does look good but... I dunno. Busou Renkin just kind of... does everything shonen right, I guess is the best way I can put it. Plus I'm a little gay for stuff involving alchemy and alchemic lore, so that may be influencing it a bit.

Edit: Okay, just finished Busou Renkin. The show has gone up quite a few rungs. All I have to say is...

It's been my staple diet for almost a century.

[Hamel]

^ Soul Eater would like to have a word with you :P

H8 Ruroni Kenshin, it has nice art but every episode pretty much comes down to:

Kenshin: OHAI! Pleased to meet you, I'm hitokiri battousai, you wouldn't like me when im mad, I'm an idiot otherwise, look at the nice colors, whee!
Villian of the week: Oh I wouldn't huh? betcha I would *poke poke* Who's mad now big boy *poke poke*
*Kenshin goes saiyan and either kills him or not depending on the week with his dull blade sword*

Rinse and repeat. Sorta liked the ova tho.

It's like that in the begining up until episode 28 or 29 where the Kyoto Arc starts

[Vincent Alexander]

^I've never gotten that far...only about 10 episodes in. Are you saying I should continue, that it'll get much better?

[Hitoshura]

Started watching Dennou Coil. For some reason, it reminds me of Miyazaki's stuff.

Whoever said this show is "just another Lain" is a moron.

[Foryth]

^ I liked Lain.

[Hitoshura]

I did my first time, but I dunno, thinking back on it, it was relatively boring.

Dennou Coil, on the other hand, is very lively, has a proper amount of comedy, and focuses around several characters. I really don't see where the comparison to Lain comes from. I mean they're both about augmented reality, yes, but that's pretty much where the similarities end! Haha.

Finished up episode 3, and I must say, it's quite good.

[Vincent Alexander]

Got Casshern Sins to episode 22 and Aeigis of Uruk again last night. I'll watch 'em sometime next week.

[Hamel]

Slayers Evolution R episode 8 just made my day
They connected the main villan to an event that took place in the original series (14 years ago)

[Crabman]

Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagaan.

Normally when I watch anime, it's never a gradual thing. I either blow through a series in a week, or just don't latch on to it. TTGL is one of those animes I have definitely latched on to, though. I loaded up 13 episodes on my PSP, figuring it would last the trip to NYC and back. It didn't even last to go one way.

It manages to be many, many good things at once. Serious themes of racial tensions without the plodding pacing of Gundam Seed; comedy balanced with discovery of self worth, intense action with intense sexuality.

Yeah, the ecchi is pretty pointless...like it is in most anime. I don't really care for it's inclusion, but considering how much TTGL goes into obsurdity, it fits. Plus Yoko manages to balance whorishness with being cute, so I feel less dirty.

The rest of the cast is incredible too; Kamina, while stupid to the max, is so infectious you can't help but root for him. And seeing Simon grow so much is satisfying. And then there's the rest of the crew, from Ron to the trigger happy guy to the two brothers...it's varied, and entertaining.

And...once you get to that part, you have to appreciate how much balls this anime has.

[Hitoshura]

^ Yeah, TTGL is an amazing show.

It's a show DC might like if he actually gave anime a chance instead of overgeneralizing it. I even showed it to a friend of mine who dislikes anime due to overgeneralizing, and it got him to realize that *gasp* some anime is actually enjoyable! Imagine that.

[iammako3]

I liked TTGL, but I think it was over-hyped to me before I had a chance to watch it. Thusly, even though I think it's a good anime, it didn't quite live up to my expectations from hearing about it. Still, it's definitely worth watching! (No one ever mentions my favorite character though! I guess no one else liked Rossiu?)

Finished Le Chevalier d'Eon a few days ago. It was good, but kind of went in an odd direction that made the whole story almost pointless? I guess I would call it more a "journey" story than a "destination" one. If you can pick it up cheap though, it was very cool.

Started watching Glass Fleet today. Looks pretty damn cool so far!

[xHaseox]

Soul Eater is the only thing in my life that matters right now.

The series ends about one week before I leave, so I'll have been able to see it through to the end, which I've never done with an anime (or anything, really) before. And I'm sure I'll cry during the last episode, because I'm that kind of person.

Soul Eater will probably replace .hack as the media franchise I have the most #### of, once the stuff starts getting localized. Because I plan on buying EVERYTHING.

Shame I'll be away during the new Fullmetal Alchemist and Valkyria Chronicles anime.

[Zachalmighty]

^ Yeah, TTGL is an amazing show.

It's a show DC might like if he actually gave anime a chance instead of overgeneralizing it. I even showed it to a friend of mine who dislikes anime due to overgeneralizing, and it got him to realize that *gasp* some anime is actually enjoyable! Imagine that.

TTGL! Don't believe in me who believes in you, BELIEVE IN YOU WHO BELIEVES IN ME!!!!

[ViolenceJack]

Just wondering is Kiba any good?

[iammako3]

Just wondering is Kiba any good?

I watched about 15 episodes fansubbed a while back (before it was licensed) and it seemed like a fun shounen romp. There are your typical tournaments and a young boy with a power he has no idea how to use. I didn't get to see much resolution to it in the short time I watched, but there's a sideplot involving the main guy's friend and how his life gets effed up.

Er, all in all, if you can get it cheap, it's fun. Nothing special early on, though maybe it gets better later?

[ViolenceJack]

Looked around, there seems to be about 51 episodes, in 2 sets.

a young boy with a power he has no idea how to use

Sounds like some other series; Bleach, Elemental Gelade, Tokyo Underground, Flame of Recca; I'm sure theres more out there.

[Flußkönig]

Finished up episode 3, and I must say, it's quite good.
Dennou Coil really took me by surprise. I started watching it with the expectation that I would ditch it after a few episodes, but I ended up thoroughly enjoying it from start to finish.

I recently finished watching the second season of Nodame Cantabile. I don't want to have to wait till fall for the 3rd season to start.:(

[iammako3]

I recently finished watching the second season of Nodame Cantabile. I don't want to have to wait till fall for the 3rd season to start.:(

You know, I'm reading the manga version, but it's just not catching on me. I'm not sure why either, since I've heard only good things. Does it just take a while to build? I'm on manga #3 now -- should I keep going, or is this what it's like the whole time?

[Flußkönig]

I recently finished watching the second season of Nodame Cantabile. I don't want to have to wait till fall for the 3rd season to start.:(

You know, I'm reading the manga version, but it's just not catching on me. I'm not sure why either, since I've heard only good things. Does it just take a while to build? I'm on manga #3 now -- should I keep going, or is this what it's like the whole time?
I haven't really done anything more than thumb through the mange. Music is a large part of the series and honestly I didn't really think the manga by itself does the show justice.

The story/ character interactions in the anime does change pretty drastically as the show progresses. But I have no clue about how closely the show mirrors the manga or how the two correlate as far as episodes and volumes go.

[syl]

How does Air Gear, Tenjho Tenge, and Ikki Tousen compare to each other?
Is any of them better* then the other?

*I use this term loosely b/c the aforementioned are mostly fan-service series.

[Foryth]

I don't know about the anime, but I did like the Air Gear manga, whereas what I read of the other two series seemed rather uninteresting and the story was pretty jumbled.

[Sei]

Tenjou Tenge is interesting art wise, and the manga has a lot more developed plot than the anime. The anime is nothing special but it's okay. The opening song is crazy catchy heh.

[anbu]

How does Air Gear, Tenjho Tenge, and Ikki Tousen compare to each other?
Is any of them better* then the other?

*I use this term loosely b/c the aforementioned are mostly fan-service series.

air gear is the best among the 3. its one of the best animes ive seen so far. its worth checking out. plus it has a killer opening song called chain by back-on (they kinda sound like linkin park lol).

if your planning on watching those 3 animes. start with air gear, then tenjho tenge + ova, then ikki tousen + 2 more seasons of it.

[Foryth]

Tenjou Tenge is interesting art wise, and the manga has a lot more developed plot than the anime. The anime is nothing special but it's okay. The opening song is crazy catchy heh.

It's actualy from the same artist as Air Gear, who goes by the name of "Oh! Great" . :) Though I find his art style to be slightly more develloped in Air Gear. (Probably because it's more recent.)

[Constraint]

I'm currently watching episode 8 for Naruto Shippuden.
So far, it's very slow, and the fights, they explain how it happens three freaking times, which are just obvious.

[Vincent Alexander]

Ya...I hate how stupid they think the audience is in Naruto.

[Hitoshura]

Okay, finished Dennou Coil.

Wow. Just ####ing wow. That show was... beyond incredible.

It is a must-see for anyone, especially if you like science fiction. Holy ####ing ####.

[Hamel]

Ya...I hate how stupid they think the audience is in Naruto.

Well Naruto IS aimed for children

[Foryth]

Damn! Episode 10 of Druaga season 2 was made of 100% pure win. :O

[Constraint]

Ya...I hate how stupid they think the audience is in Naruto.

Well Naruto IS aimed for children

They're both PG-13.

[Foryth]

Has anyone watched the last episode of Casshern Sins? It was pretty good, I'm kinda sad it ended though.

Also only two episodes of Druaga left! Episode 11 was epic.

[Hitoshura]

Oh, what? Casshern Sins ended? Whoa. I really need to catch up.

Been watching... Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha...

...

Despite being something you would think was aimed at girls, it actually seems very much aimed at guys, or perhaps both, but it's actually turning out pretty good. For something I started watching just on a whim, it's pretty neat.

[Vincent Alexander]

I just saw Sins ended as well. Once I finish Tetsuwan Birdy Decode, I'll start it up. I can't believe I'm actually enjoying Birdy...I guess I should never judge a book by its cover. The moment the show started and the main character shows up in a half-naked space suit, I was ready to turn it off.

[syl]

Just viewed the final episode of Gundam 00's second season. I liked the wedding part of the epilogue.
Too bad Gundam 00's third season starts airing in 2010.
My bad, next Gundam 00 project is slated for 2010. Need to practice my Japanese a lot more!

[Foryth]

Tower of Druaga also ended this week. ;_; I loved this series and wasn't disapointed with the ending, ####ing epic.

[Vincent Alexander]

I liked the wedding part of the epilogue.
Spoilers, you whore.

I was coming here to ask if anyone did watch Gundam 00 and how it was. I still haven't started the show yet, but I have it all sitting on my computer, just a waitin'.

[syl]

I liked the wedding part of the epilogue.
Spoilers, you whore.

I was coming here to ask if anyone did watch Gundam 00 and how it was. I still haven't started the show yet, but I have it all sitting on my computer, just a waitin'.

I only spoiled the fact that there is a wedding in the second season's epilogue, but I didn't say whose. The identities of the newly weds are the true spoiler.

Gundam 00 is a great show. I thought it was just Gundam Wing with a new paint of coat, but the series distinguishes itself thourgh the character and plot development.

Btw, thanx to everyone with Tenjho Tenge question. Everything was cool until the Sohaku arc.

[Vincent Alexander]

I liked the wedding part of the epilogue.
Spoilers, you whore.

I was coming here to ask if anyone did watch Gundam 00 and how it was. I still haven't started the show yet, but I have it all sitting on my computer, just a waitin'.

I only spoiled the fact that there is a wedding in the second season's epilogue, but I didn't say whose. The identities of the newly weds are the true spoiler.

Gundam 00 is a great show. I thought it was just Gundam Wing with a new paint of coat, but the series distinguishes itself thourgh the character and plot development.

Thank ya. I'll definitely start it up soon.

[Flußkönig]

The spring anime season looks pretty crappy overall, although on the upside there will be a show about playing basketball with giant robots. :(

A list of shows with pictures. http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/1840/spring09mymarked.jpg

I guess the FMA rehash, Valkyria Chronicles and Eden of the East will have to hold me over till summer. Hopefully Maria Holic will get a second season soon.

Eden of the East promo clip. http://juiz.jp/special/

[Constraint]

Looking at the pics, these look interesting:
Pandora Hearts,
Valkyria Chronicles,
Sengoku Basara(Love the game),
Rainbow Nisha,
Asura Cryin',
Tears to Tiara,
and Cross Game. *Cough* 07 ghost*

[SlaughterX]

Watched Afro Samurai: Resurrection on Blu-Ray last night. Just as meh (if not more) than the first one.

[SlaughterX]

Samurai Champloo (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,i=gn08654,a=1upcom) is finally going to be rereleased (and at an affordable cost for the entire set)! Also TRSI's 32% off all in stock item sale is going on, and Amazon has good prices on both Death Note boxed sets (check the deals thread). I just ordered them both, they better live up to the hype!

[Vincent Alexander]

What is special about the Samurai Champloo re-release? I haven't bought the original myself...might pick that up.

Also, Death Note is thee worst show ever. Not just anime. Thee worst thing to ever appear on a television. That may just be me though. But seriously. I'll let you find out. Come back to us alive and make sure not to stab your eyes out while watching.

[Hitoshura]

Desu Nooto is fantastic up to episode 25.

[Superkenon]

I'm sure it's old news to most people, but Fate/Stay Night is awesome. I started watching it recently, and I'm hooked now.

[SlaughterX]

What is special about the Samurai Champloo re-release? I haven't bought the original myself...might pick that up.

Also, Death Note is thee worst show ever. Not just anime. Thee worst thing to ever appear on a television. That may just be me though. But seriously. I'll let you find out. Come back to us alive and make sure not to stab your eyes out while watching.

Ehh? I heard nothing but good things about it, but I guess I will have a little time to watch it before the second set ships.

I just finished watching Gantz, and I wish I had listened to whoever it was in this thread that told me it was horrible (I think it was here at least). One of the worst anime series I have ever seen, every second of it was painful to watch just because it was so ####ing stupid. It takes everything I hate about the horror genre and everything I hate about the worst anime and combines them all into one super ####ty series that I regret buying. This is why I haven't bought aniem in a while, because so many series are just not worth my time watching, and this was one of them.

As for the Champloo set, I doubt there will be anything special about it (other than the fact that it's one of the best series every). All of the DVDs have been OOP for some time (since Genon stopped making anime), so the boxed set still goes for around $140 online.

[Vincent Alexander]

I love Samurai Champloo, but that ending is a huge letdown. Still a great show though. As for Gantz, I've always heard things here and there, but never seen it myself. Guess I'll stay away from it.

Also, when you finish Death Note, or get into a bit, let us know watcha think. I won't throw out my two cents until you've seen some of it.

[Hitoshura]

Slaughter, just watch it up through episode 25. Stop there, and pretend the rest of the show does not exist.

[RayFoxSith]

I loved the manga.

[Flußkönig]

Gankutsuou, when it originally aired I only watched the first 12 or 13 episodes for whatever reason. I decided to watch the whole thing this time.

[Constraint]

Still watching Nadesico. up to episode 17...
That admiral gekigan flare was epic.

[syl]

Finished watching Cromartie High School. The show was kinda like Azumanga Diaoh, but with Japanese juevenille delinquents/yankii.
Awesome cast and I loved the random jokes.

[Foryth]

^^ The manga is one of the funniest things I have ever read, pure comedy genius. I'm kinda sceptical about the anime version though, maybe I should give it a chance.

[Vincent Alexander]

^I don't read manga, but I can vouch for the anime by itself and say it was hilarious.

[Constraint]

Yesterday, I watched the first episode of Gungrave. Horrible first episode... How bland.
I'm giving it till episode 10 to redeem itself.

P.S = I dropped Naruto Shippuden. I couldn't stand it's slow ass pace, and boring fights. I'm gonna read the 10x superior version, the manga.

[Kain Mare]

I enjoyed Gungrave mildly. The voice acting on both tracks was done well. It's not a series for everyone, that I can say.

I just finished watching Code Geass. I watched all 25 episodes yesterday. The next on my list of Gurran Legann.

[Vincent Alexander]

Season 1 or 2 of Code Gaess? I have yet to see Season 2. Is it any good?

Also, I love Gungrave. It goes a lil' downhill for me when it catches back up to the present, but then ends great.

[Constraint]

Watched ep.2(which goes to the past) of Gungrave, and I've got to say, Brandon barely talks, at all. Silent Protagonist does NOT mix well with anime, for me atleast.

But I like the ending song though..

[Vincent Alexander]

He starts speaking a bit more, but he is very quiet. I guarantee though that you'll be hooked by episode 5, at minimum. If not, PM me your address and I'll come to your house dressed in a bear suit and sing you Afternoon Delight.

[Constraint]

I'll express my opinions on how Gungrave fares after watching episode 6. Until then, not posting in this topic, so await for thy post!

[syl]

Just saw the first episode of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. The animation style reminded of Soul Eater in some ways. If you count the opening, a lot of the characters appear in this single episode.
I'll continue to watch how the FMA remake interprets the manga. Sure as hell beats watching Bleach or Naruto Shippuden!

[Vincent Alexander]

#### me, that is going to be a long wait for all of that to be released over here. Also, I just watched the opening on youtube and my nipples are hard.

[Constraint]

Alright, I'm actually liking Gungrave a bit so far. I'm up to episode 3. I've got to say though, the soundtrack is great!

[Neveryll]

I got a chance to watch Last Exile sometime last year through rental and then was sad to find out I couldn't find it anywhere for sale. I found out they are doing a rerelease in May sometime.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51rQVbB02%2BL._SL500_AA240_.jpg

Now I will have to scrape up some money in the coming months to buy such. :)

[Elizabeth]

I've caught a few episodes of Gurren Lagann on Sci Fi and think it's pretty neat. I have a Sorcerer Hunters box set I need to finish up but I haven't had the time.

*sigh* I wish I had more places around me to buy anime. I only have up to volume 4 for Hare+Guu since Best Buy stopped carrying it and I don't want to pay the $30 that they want per volume online.

I need to get a paypal account so I can buy the Excel Saga boxsets I've seen on eBay.

[Foryth]

I got the first episodes of some of this season's new shows. Namely, the Dragonball Z remake that is supposedly closer to the manga(which interested me since it seems there won't be those stupid dragged on fights that drove me away from the original), Queen's Blade (fanservice galore), Shin Mazinger Shougeki! Z-Hen, Valkyria Chronicles and the Full Metal Alchemist remake.

I unfortunately haven't had the chance to watch all of them yet, but I have to say Shin Mazinger seems by far to have the most interesting art style. Retro style with modern quality, kinda like Casshern Sins. I feel it might end up being the only interesting show this season.

[Foryth]

Alright, after watching the three remaining shows I had to watch (Mazinger, Valkyria and Fullmetal) I must say Valkyria and Fullmetal were better than I expected. I'm still a bit unsure about Valkyria, but I'm interested.

As for Mazinger, I'm very unsure for now, as that episode made very little sense IMO, but had some pretty cool animation(especialy the sometimes nearly endless transitions, I found those pretty creative) and non stop action. The thing with greek mythology seemed pretty interesting, but it's pretty unclear how much of a role this'll play in the series.

[xtreme_phoenix]

I recently finished watching scrapped princess. That was a damned awesome show.

[Vincent Alexander]

Alright, I'm actually liking Gungrave a bit so far. I'm up to episode 3. I've got to say though, the soundtrack is great!
Jesus. Only episode 3? Do you have a life or something? Get watching those bad boys!

And I have a feeling Dragon Ball Kai is going to be awful. I watched the first episode to give it a glance. The idea behind it is great, but then again, it assumes that all of the filler was horrible. If you google all of the things that were filler, most of it is indeed ####. Unfortunately, a handful of it is still awesome.

The Full Metal Alchemist remake I've been excited for, but I'm still waiting to hear if the same voice actors will voice Ed and Al for over here. If not, I won't touch it. I watched the first episode in Japanese, and was sad to see a lot of the over-the-top "kiddy" stuff still in it. I prayed they'd be gone, or toned down a lot, but my dreams were destroyed. Not sure why I worried about it anyways, since that crap is in the manga.

[Hitoshura]

Ah, you like Vic? I got to meet him at last year's Animazement. He's a pretty cool guy.

[Constraint]

I watched Martian Sucessor Nadesico: Prince of Darkness yesterday. It was a pretty decent movie, but the ending was unsatisfying.
(BTW, had to drop Nadesico, considering the subs and the sound were out of synchronization with the animation...)

[Vincent Alexander]

Ah, you like Vic? I got to meet him at last year's Animazement. He's a pretty cool guy.
That is pretty ####in' awesome. He is one of my favorite voice-actors. His voice-work for Edward especially is amazing.

[Constraint]

Just finished Ep.4 of Gungrave. I'm actually liking it now, to be quite honest.
But seriously, the first episode is just goddamn horrible.

[Vincent Alexander]

The first episode was ya...The problem is that with animes, just like normal TV shows, they have pilot-like episodes. If a pilot is awful, the show is canned. With Gungrave, you can tell they were worried the first episode would be boring and not attract anyone, so they cut an episode into the beginning and pushed the initial "pilot" back. The last three friends I've shown Gungrave to, we've skipped the first episode.

[xtreme_phoenix]

Alright, after watching the three remaining shows I had to watch (Mazinger, Valkyria and Fullmetal) I must say Valkyria and Fullmetal were better than I expected. I'm still a bit unsure about Valkyria, but I'm interested.

As for Mazinger, I'm very unsure for now, as that episode made very little sense IMO, but had some pretty cool animation(especialy the sometimes nearly endless transitions, I found those pretty creative) and non stop action. The thing with greek mythology seemed pretty interesting, but it's pretty unclear how much of a role this'll play in the series.

Is the valkyria chronicles anime even out yet? and if so, where?

[Hamel]

Alright, after watching the three remaining shows I had to watch (Mazinger, Valkyria and Fullmetal) I must say Valkyria and Fullmetal were better than I expected. I'm still a bit unsure about Valkyria, but I'm interested.

As for Mazinger, I'm very unsure for now, as that episode made very little sense IMO, but had some pretty cool animation(especialy the sometimes nearly endless transitions, I found those pretty creative) and non stop action. The thing with greek mythology seemed pretty interesting, but it's pretty unclear how much of a role this'll play in the series.

Is the valkyria chronicles anime even out yet? and if so, where?

Internets
learn to use them

[xtreme_phoenix]

Alright, after watching the three remaining shows I had to watch (Mazinger, Valkyria and Fullmetal) I must say Valkyria and Fullmetal were better than I expected. I'm still a bit unsure about Valkyria, but I'm interested.

As for Mazinger, I'm very unsure for now, as that episode made very little sense IMO, but had some pretty cool animation(especialy the sometimes nearly endless transitions, I found those pretty creative) and non stop action. The thing with greek mythology seemed pretty interesting, but it's pretty unclear how much of a role this'll play in the series.

Is the valkyria chronicles anime even out yet? and if so, where?

Internets
learn to use them

searches only turn up the wikipedia page and the trailer.

[syl]

On episode 3 of Hokuto no Ken/Fist of the North Star, just 97 more to go!
A definate oldy, but somehow I find it more interesting and rewarding than most series currently airing.
Just be prepaired to shed some manly tears!

edit: Btw, has anyone seen Generator Gawl?

[Superkenon]

I finished Fate/Stay Night. It was pretty impressive... definitely glad I gave it a shot.

Now I'm watching Soul Eater. It's whimsical, but in an awesome kind of way. It has cheap fanservice moments, which I don't care for, but there's enough genuinely funny moments to make up for it. And this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFPt5NuuzuM&feature=channel_page).

[ViolenceJack]

I got a chance to watch Last Exile sometime last year through rental and then was sad to find out I couldn't find it anywhere for sale. I found out they are doing a rerelease in May sometime.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51rQVbB02%2BL._SL500_AA240_.jpg

Now I will have to scrape up some money in the coming months to buy such. :)

I'm pretty sure I've seen this on a few good anime retail sites. (RightStuf seems to have some in stock).

[Fuyukaze]

Last Exile was a Pioneer/Geneon title. I believe Funimation picked up the rights to it and will be re-releasing a box set for it at a considerable price reduction over it's initial release.

Still wish Robot Carnival would get a re-release.

[ViolenceJack]

Yeah I think the price on rightstuff was like $35, while the re-release on animekrazy will be $32.

[xtreme_phoenix]

just watched the first episode of valkyria. the animation is great, and I really liked the way they emulated CANVAS shading, but the plot seems a little weaker than it was in the original game.

[Constraint]

Just finished episode 6 of Gungrave. It seems episode 7 takes place 5 years later, which I'm going to watch after posting this.

[Neveryll]

I got a chance to watch Last Exile sometime last year through rental and then was sad to find out I couldn't find it anywhere for sale. I found out they are doing a rerelease in May sometime.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51rQVbB02%2BL._SL500_AA240_.jpg

Now I will have to scrape up some money in the coming months to buy such. :)

I'm pretty sure I've seen this on a few good anime retail sites. (RightStuf seems to have some in stock).


For me I don't buy too much from online sources anymore. Most of my buys are local retailers which limits some of what I buy. That and I'm cheap so I won't generally play an arm and a leg for a series because we have a mortgage and a family and I just can't justify it unless its special or on sale. :)

[Vincent Alexander]

Just finished episode 6 of Gungrave. It seems episode 7 takes place 5 years later, which I'm going to watch after posting this.
Episode 7 is great. I love how it opens. Also curious, are you watching it in English or Japanese? Gungrave is one of the few shows I watch in English, which is why I'm curious.

[Foryth]

After watching the second episode of every show I mentioned in my previous post, I think Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood might be the only one I'm gonna stick with, though I'm still sorta interested in Mazinger.

I'm thinking of rewatching Casshern Sins instead of wasting my time with these new shows.

[Hitoshura]

^You should check out Higurashi! :(

It's not like I'm biased or anything... I don't have an Ange avatar or anything... haha.

I love Ryukishi07. ; ;

[syl]

The cover for BAA: Last Order Vol. 13 just got revealed. I'm glad to see Zekka getting the spotlight.
http://jajatom.moo.jp/Toppage/LOvol13.jpg

[Foryth]

^You should check out Higurashi! :(

It's not like I'm biased or anything... I don't have an Ange avatar or anything... haha.

I love Ryukishi07. ; ;


I really can't stand lolis so it better be damn good!

(edit : I'll check out the first episode when I've got time.)

[StrikeRaider]

Ain't that the anime that raised suicide rates in Japan or something? (higurashi)

The spring lineup isn't bad. I like Shangri-La if only because the lead female doesn't have gigantic boobs (the trannies do ugh.) The story makes little sense though. No government is dumb enough to take carbon credits seriously right?

[Hitoshura]

^You should check out Higurashi! :(

It's not like I'm biased or anything... I don't have an Ange avatar or anything... haha.

I love Ryukishi07. ; ;


I really can't stand lolis so it better be damn good!

(edit : I'll check out the first episode when I've got time.)

Hmm, well, it's not a super cute show by any stretch of the imagination. Sometimes the characters can be cute, but, the show is much more of a murder mystery/psychological thriller for the first season. I don't quite know what to classify the second season as, but that's where the story seriously gets intense and you start getting more answers. But, it's a rather bittersweet show for the most part, I think if you liked Casshern Sins for it's bittersweetness, you'll probably like Higurashi. Sadly, it's one of those shows that you may need to stick with for awhile for it to really catch your interest, depending on what all interests you. Honestly, I didn't care too much for the show after the first few arcs, but once I hit the first answer arc, it started to really pique my interest, and then the second season was just amazing.

I'd say at the least, watch the first 4 episodes (that's the first arc). If it still doesn't interest you much, but you're willing to see if it turns into anything more, I'd say watch the next 4 episodes, and then watch episodes 16-21 (16-21 is the first answer arc, it's the answer arc for episodes 5-8). After that, I don't know what else I could say, except the second season gets much better! But, without all the development of the first season, it would probably be a bit awkward and uninteresting.

Also no, Higurashi didn't raise suicide rates, I don't believe, but the one notable thing was that there was some girl who stabbed her father, a police chief, to death, and so a few murder-ey animes airing at the time (Higurashi, School Days, etc.) had their openings edited to remove lolis with weapons.

[Constraint]

Just finished episode 6 of Gungrave. It seems episode 7 takes place 5 years later, which I'm going to watch after posting this.
Episode 7 is great. I love how it opens. Also curious, are you watching it in English or Japanese? Gungrave is one of the few shows I watch in English, which is why I'm curious.


I'm watching it in Japanese with english subs. The engrish is so funny.

blandon heato
burandon heatodes
bobu poundumax
balladdo baardo leeeeuuu
harrrryy mackedowel
budji
beaa walken

I'm at episode 11 now. The necro invincibles are retarded though. But the most epic moment I saw was in Episode 8, where the music perfectly captures the sniping moment with Brandon. Epic.

EDIT: I just finished episode 17. Brandon is...Epic.

[Vincent Alexander]

Just finished episode 6 of Gungrave. It seems episode 7 takes place 5 years later, which I'm going to watch after posting this.
Episode 7 is great. I love how it opens. Also curious, are you watching it in English or Japanese? Gungrave is one of the few shows I watch in English, which is why I'm curious.


I'm watching it in Japanese with english subs. The engrish is so funny.

blandon heato
burandon heatodes
bobu poundumax
balladdo baardo leeeeuuu
harrrryy mackedowel
budji
beaa walken

I'm at episode 11 now. The necro invincibles are retarded though. But the most epic moment I saw was in Episode 8, where the music perfectly captures the sniping moment with Brandon. Epic.

EDIT: I just finished episode 17. Brandon is...Epic.

Done yet?

[Constraint]

Yeah, the end episode where harry tells brandon he's sorry was a sad moment.

[SlaughterX]

Just got 08th MS Team today, I've wanted to see this for the longest, don't know why I'm just now buying it...

[syl]

Here's a newer trailer for the 2nd Evangelion remake. In case anyone hasn't seen it already...
http://free-wms.b-ch.com/official/eva-movie/evmha_zsi92hp8pk_1000k.wmv

Too bad Funimation only has the liscense for the 1.0 version of the 1st remake, whilst Japan is getting 1.11.

Edit: What does everyone think of the Rebuild version of Eva#5:
http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/7065/1240496966018.jpg

[AbsyntheDelacroix]

I'm watching Maria+Holic. Best show ever.

[Flußkönig]

Eden of the East
FMA 2
Michiko to Hatchin - I am enjoying this one way more than I thought I would.

[Foryth]

Watching weekly :



FMA Brotherhood, looking good so far.
Guin Saga, a good take on the epic fantasy style with a serious tone and music by Nobuo Uematsu.
DB Kai, I don't really understand why, but I ended up watching it lol. Guilty pleasure I guess. I had never really been a DBZ fan.


How is Eden of the East picking up Fluß? I still haven't watched the first episode heh.

[Flußkönig]

^ It has the potential to be a very cool show but as of the fifth episode all I can say so far is that the plot line has been really interesting. Everything has been explained to the point where you can actually tell what is (and has been) going on with the story and it looks like the plot is moving in a good direction.

[Constraint]

To any of you that are planning to watch Soukyuu no fafner, don't. It's a watchable mediocre series that I'm trying to complete for Super Robot Taisen K.

[ViolenceJack]

Finished watching Bubblegum Crisis 2040, overall I really liked it. Now to finish Neo Ranga..

[Hitoshura]

Watching weekly :



FMA Brotherhood, looking good so far.
Guin Saga, a good take on the epic fantasy style with a serious tone and music by Nobuo Uematsu.
DB Kai, I don't really understand why, but I ended up watching it lol. Guilty pleasure I guess. I had never really been a DBZ fan.


How is Eden of the East picking up Fluß? I still haven't watched the first episode heh.


HIGURASHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII >:(

But yes, Eden of the Weast is AMAZING. You can't go wrong with an Oasis OP and a snazzy papercraft ED.

[ViolenceJack]

Hito, have you ever seen Betterman? I've thought about getting it once or twice.

[Flußkönig]

HIGURASHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII >:(


I finally finished watching the 2nd season. I still don't think it was as interesting as the 1st season, but I did like the ending. Now I guess I need to track down the OVA's.

[Hitoshura]

HIGURASHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII >:(


I finally finished watching the 2nd season. I still don't think it was as interesting as the 1st season, but I did like the ending. Now I guess I need to track down the OVA's.

You might not like the first ep of the OVA, as it's rather slapsticky and nonsensical, but the second episode gets pretty serious. Sadly, it's just the two eps that are out right now.

Also, UMINEKO, IN JULYYYYYYYY AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[Hamel]

Hito, have you ever seen Betterman? I've thought about getting it once or twice.

I heard it's good and it's related to GaoGaiGar which I love
haven't seen it yet though

[Hitoshura]

Finished up Nanoha Strikers. Man, that was freaking awesome.

[Constraint]

Started Gun X Sword. Pretty good show.

[IceCold_Assassin]

started watching 07-Ghost. pretty interesting so far.

[Yet Another Tim]

Yu-Gi-Oh! The Abridged Series

"Screw the rules! I have money."
"Screw the rules! I have green hair."
"Screw the rules! I'm in love with Nurse Joy."

x3

[Crabman]

Hetalia: Axis Powers. Freaking awesome!

[Steel Greyfalke]

I'm Still Trying To find a Votoms Complete box set....

[ViolenceJack]

I started watching Kiba today series is pretty addictive to watch, I keep wanting to see what happens next.

[xtreme_phoenix]

I just started watching "when they cry"

seriously, that show is ####ed up eight ways from sunday.

[Flebsqueeb]

Dokuro-Chan Bludgeoning Angle. It's hilarious.

[Zenieth]

Hamel, betterman is a continuation of GGG however it's not really anything like it, at all. It's replaced most of the over manly fight with crazy conspiracies and things that make you mind go damn. Though seeing guy with green and red hair transforming into crazy dragonic like creates is sweet on so many levels.

I find eden of east to be excellent bar none though I need to get up to date with episodes

[unknown]

I wanted to like Betterman but I hated the main character.

[Sleepless Neko]

I just started watching "when they cry"

seriously, that show is ####ed up eight ways from sunday.

If you like that anime and want more mind####, I suggest you to watch this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjLkPDNEDpw
It's ####ing Awesome!!

[Zenieth]

Unknown do you mean betterman or the two pilots? cause I won't lie those kids got on my nerves.

[Steel Greyfalke]

Just Finished Watchin Zeorymer :D

[Hitoshura]

I just started watching "when they cry"

seriously, that show is ####ed up eight ways from sunday.

If you like that anime and want more mind####, I suggest you to watch this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjLkPDNEDpw
It's ####ing Awesome!!

YES

ALSO WHY DO YOU NOT RESPOND TO PM'S MISS LAMBDADELTA :(

[Hamel]

I just started watching "when they cry"

seriously, that show is ####ed up eight ways from sunday.

If you like that anime and want more mind####, I suggest you to watch this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjLkPDNEDpw
It's ####ing Awesome!!

YES

ALSO WHY DO YOU NOT RESPOND TO PM'S MISS LAMBDADELTA :(

Actully I don't like the animation style/drawing style as much as I liked Higurashi's
hopefully it will get close to Higurashi's style

[Superkenon]

Anyone watching Higashi no Eden (Eden of the East)? It's rather neat. Kind of a 'mystery' show (not to be confused with 'detective' show), and very well animated at that. I don't want to say anything more about it though... I'd say just watch it without reading anything about the plot. Discover everything as it happens.

[Zenieth]

I'm currently watching however have stopped for a bit to rewatch betterman, I'll proably get back to it soon though

[Yet Another Tim]

Yay! YGOTAS Ep. 40 is up!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWR5P3Xka2o

[Neveryll]

Just got done watching the first DVD of Third - The Girl with The Blue Eye. Gotta say I'm enjoying it so far. Just have to queue up the next disk...

[Hamel]

Anyone watching Higashi no Eden (Eden of the East)? It's rather neat. Kind of a 'mystery' show (not to be confused with 'detective' show), and very well animated at that. I don't want to say anything more about it though... I'd say just watch it without reading anything about the plot. Discover everything as it happens.

I am watching it it's quite good

[Constraint]

Watching Dangaioh..

[Zenieth]

started up on Tokyo tribes 2. Goosh goosh, all you need to know about that anime.

[syl]

Sengoku Basara ended nicely, but I'm aching for season 2.

[nbinney]

Not sure if this has been mentioned yet but...

Why isnt Gundam on Blu-Ray in the states? Several gundam shows and movies are on Blu-Ray in japan but Gundam 00 was supposed to be the first gundam in HD and it's only available on regular DVD :-(

[Steel Greyfalke]

Not sure if this has been mentioned yet but...

Why isnt Gundam on Blu-Ray in the states? Several gundam shows and movies are on Blu-Ray in japan but Gundam 00 was supposed to be the first gundam in HD and it's only available on regular DVD :-(

:agree: Yea Why Not but I slightly know that CN sorta abused Gundam (Hour & editing wise) & Yeat one of the Reasons We dont Have Layzner in the states:mad: &Just Finished watching Golgo 13

[SlaughterX]

yeah Bandai sucks for not releasing the new series on Blu-Ray, they gets no buy from me.

[Steel Greyfalke]

The only reason i buy From Bandai Is because of Gundam but.I personally think Sunrise should Release the original Gundam on Blu-ray, but it seems to me that that Real-Types Don't get Much love in the U.S Mainstream Market..

[Enzeru]

Re-watching Host Club on YTube, now in English. <3 Funimation.

But fail Xam'd is fail. I hate paying 3 dollars to keep one episode for 24 hours. Why can't I buy it?

EDIT: But Gundam talk makes me want to watch Gundam G again. That's the only Gundam I watched all the way through, despite loving mecha.

[Steel Greyfalke]

Armored Trooper Votoms : Shining Heresy

[Hamel]

Re-watching Host Club on YTube, now in English. <3 Funimation.

But fail Xam'd is fail. I hate paying 3 dollars to keep one episode for 24 hours. Why can't I buy it?

EDIT: But Gundam talk makes me want to watch Gundam G again. That's the only Gundam I watched all the way through, despite loving mecha.

G is the best IMO

[Steel Greyfalke]

Speaking of G Gundam Did Any one Find Tequila Gundam's Design Amusing (though I would of liked An Action Figure of that Suit XD)

[Enzeru]

Apparently ATLUS Online has Anime now, so that's cool. I'll have to check some of them out.

[No One]

Apparently ATLUS Online has Anime now, so that's cool. I'll have to check some of them out.

:roll: hmmm, nice.

[Hamel]

Apparently ATLUS Online has Anime now, so that's cool. I'll have to check some of them out.

From the things they offer Gintama is by far the best

[Steel Greyfalke]

Apparently ATLUS Online has Anime now, so that's cool. I'll have to check some of them out.

From the things they offer Gintama is by far the best

Gintama you say ? Hmmmmmmm I'll have a look see later on.

[Enzeru]

Apparently ATLUS Online has Anime now, so that's cool. I'll have to check some of them out.

From the things they offer Gintama is by far the best
I dunno, I have yet to watch the anime because of the CR lag I get but I loved the Eyeshield 21 manga. Was never really a fan of what I saw of Gintama.

[Routou]

I haven't bought any anime in a long time (Since February, Which Was Baccano!) But I do plan on buying Narbari, Soul Eater, and Dragonaut when the DVDs come out.

But so far, I've only bought manga.

[Hamel]

Amazon is having 50% off a lot of anime
I bought all of the Slayers seasons finally

[SlaughterX]

If you've somehow managed not to see Samurai Champloo yet, you can stream the first 10 episodes for free here (http://www4.funimation.com/video/?page=show&b=282).

[Kakizaki]

Armored Trooper Votoms : Shining Heresy

Whoa, I missed this comment. Votoms is one of my favorites and I feel it is very under appreciated in the West. Does Shining Heresy have a translation now?

If you enjoy Votoms and haven't done so already, obtain the PS2 title. Very, very solid.

[Steel Greyfalke]

No translation Still , I Had to Import & yes America NEEDS more Votoms + i love Okawara's Designs, but if im gonna buy it on PS2 im gonna have to buy a Free-Loader for the PS2 ,but I would like to see a Scopedog in a battlefield in 7 years XDDDD

[Kakizaki]

I really didn't spend any time looking at figures or model kits when I was in Japan, but I do have to admit it was pretty rad when I walked down into the basement floor of Yodobashi Camera in Shinjuku (happened to be across from the 7-11 we frequented / hung out at) and saw a wide selection of classic Macross and Votoms mecha figures.

[Steel Greyfalke]

Sweet!

[Tivor]

I posted this on another board. I might as well post it here now. :)

Pics I've taken at Anime Expo 2009.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30140854@N07/sets/72157620746065451/

A short portion from Ishiwatari (of Guilty Gear fame) panel:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsoX8zKFBys

Teaser of "Hanamaru Youchien" they showed at Mizushima/Kuroda panel:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQQS0X_hCQA

[ViolenceJack]

I got Betterman recently, should I pick up GaoGaiGar too?

[Hamel]

I got Betterman recently, should I pick up GaoGaiGar too?

YES!

GGG is great

[ViolenceJack]

How about Fafner anyone seen that?

[Steel Greyfalke]

No but Im Gonna try to snag the Southern Cross/Mospeada set @ Best Buy

[SlaughterX]

The TSRI 10 for $50, 25 for $100 sale is going on again...

Get 10 of the selected titles for $50 OR 25 of the selected titles for $100!
10 for $50 Coupon Code: july10
25 for $100 Coupon Code: july25

Expires: July 27, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. CDT

The best way to find what's on sale and in stock is to go here (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=search,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=1upcom), check in the first two boxes and then yes (for seasonal savings) and in stock to the right.

[Constraint]

I just started back on Mushishi and on Episode 13.

[Saishu]

I bought Kino's Journey today. Got it on a recommendation from /a/, and so far I watched the first episode and liked it.

[nbinney]

Is the Read or Die tv series any good? I've only seen the OVA.

[Hitoshura]

^ Yeah! The series is really good. I watched it a few months ago, and gave it a 9.

[Sheumin]

D-does anyone read/watch Detective Conan/Case Closed?
No one I know does.

[ViolenceJack]

I saw it back when CN actually showed some good anime shows, which was a few years back, I'm told the episodes are all jumbled up in the english dub release though so I havent looked into getting any of the sets.

From the 2 I saw it seemed pretty interesting, always liked mysteries ever since Scooby Doo.

I've been watching Betterman which is just great, really love the music it fits the anime so well.

[Steel Greyfalke]

I saw it back when CN actually showed some good anime shows,




CN was the best when they used to air stuff like Case Closed , Lupin the 3rd, Ronin Warriors , Speed Racer, & Gundam (circa 1979) :D
but now I just go & buy/ import DVDs since they dont show older anime:(

[Zenieth]

started up on serial experiment Lain. this anime must be what my brain on drugs must feel like.

[ViolenceJack]

I saw it back when CN actually showed some good anime shows,




CN was the best when they used to air stuff like Case Closed , Lupin the 3rd, Ronin Warriors , Speed Racer, & Gundam (circa 1979) :D
but now I just go & buy/ import DVDs since they dont show older anime:(

They're showing "Live Shows" tv every wed. seriously WTF.

Been watching Betterman, glad I got the set. After that I need to finish watching Kiba or Neo Ranga.

[Steel Greyfalke]

I saw it back when CN actually showed some good anime shows,




CN was the best when they used to air stuff like Case Closed , Lupin the 3rd, Ronin Warriors , Speed Racer, & Gundam (circa 1979) :D
but now I just go & buy/ import DVDs since they dont show older anime:(

They're showing "Live Shows" tv every wed. seriously WTF.

Been watching Betterman, glad I got the set. After that I need to finish watching Kiba or Neo Ranga.


CN Live ,I dont like ,its called Cartoon Network not Meatsack Network ,I'd rather watch C-SPAN2 to see live action ,but im always huntin for rare anime gems like Kimagure Orange Road ( I wonder if the Manga is available in the U.S.???:confused:),Zeta Gundam & various others

[Tello, the Hark!]

Gankutsuo, BoogiePop Phantom, Ergo Proxy, Texnolyze, DieBuster, Michiko to Hatchin are good, maybe lesser known. I'm watching and wanting to get Paradise Kiss, Loveless, Denno Coil, and Trinity Soul.

[RayFoxSith]

I just saw Ghost in the Shell 2. Perhaps one of my most favorite animated films in a long time.

[Hitoshura]

Gankutsuo, BoogiePop Phantom, Ergo Proxy, Texnolyze, DieBuster, Michiko to Hatchin are good, maybe lesser known. I'm watching and wanting to get Paradise Kiss, Loveless, Denno Coil, and Trinity Soul.

Yeah! Dennou Coil! That show was pretty awesome.

[syl]

Just watched Hellsing Ultimate Volume 6 and I loved it.
The new ending theme is a great tribute to Seras and the Wild Geese, I wish could download the song.
How long is the "ground-hog day" story arc for Haruhi Suzumiya supposed to last?