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On May 30 2016 23:03 Toadesstern wrote:Show nested quote +On May 30 2016 05:59 OsaX Nymloth wrote:On May 30 2016 05:45 Miragee wrote:On May 30 2016 05:31 OsaX Nymloth wrote:
Finished Gate: Jieitai Kanochi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri in two days, not bad, not good either. Shame, there was a lot of potential and they went through with the most basic stuff/world/characters they could find. I am missing how this show is so highly rated? :F
On the defense, the idea is neat. There's only one series from 90's with similar concept (Those Who Hunt Elves) but it was 100% comedy, can't recollect anything utilizing that idea. It's simple: Gate is shameless with it's pandering to the "otaku-culture" while taking a rather unique story-setting and squeeze in as much fan-service as they can to veil the rather poor execution of said setting. People think they are watching something new because they enjoy the fanservice a lot so they too blinded to realise that the show is pretty bland. The MC is also a complete Mary Sue, so that helps a lot as well. Ah makes sense. If only the idea of tanks/high tech weapons in fantasy world were trully unique, maybe then I'll rate it higher than 6/10 ~~ Well, gonna look for different title now. My backlog is over 200 titles. RIP honestly? Seeing a middle aged, "normal" guy who has a job, would rather do otaku-stuff than his job but does it anyways to have a means of supporting his hobby was pretty refreshing to see for me. Rather than always the same 16-18 year old teenager MC who's strength is apparently being emotional in clutch situations and chasing his dreams (again, in contrast to the GATE MC who just has a job and slaves away because duh, that's life). Okay maybe he's not middle aged but certainly not a teenager. He still ended up being fucking OP like most other MCs so I'll give you that. But watching him was so much better for me than seeing another Kirito. So yeah, I'm one of those who liked it quite a lot. Also the whole military just straight up owning the fantasy world was good instead of some out of nowhere balanced fights even if it ended up being nationalistic pandering (in much the same way Independence day would be for people from the US I guess?). And yeah... tomato~
I never said a teenage boy with random power ups is any better, did I? Also comparing him with Kirito, lol. I wouldn't have thought of that one myself. Anyways, all I did was calling him a Mary Sue. You can't really argue that because it's pretty much a fact. Your reaction also proves my point. Of course lots of people will like a Mary Sue because that's the freaking point of writing such a character.
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FYI for people with good taste, the Girls und Panzer film is subbed now. I haven't gotten a chance to watch it yet myself, but heres hoping it delivers!
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You slow Sent. Already got it yesterday. Just need to prepare my life for it's glory.
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On May 30 2016 23:03 Toadesstern wrote:Show nested quote +On May 30 2016 05:59 OsaX Nymloth wrote:On May 30 2016 05:45 Miragee wrote:On May 30 2016 05:31 OsaX Nymloth wrote:
Finished Gate: Jieitai Kanochi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri in two days, not bad, not good either. Shame, there was a lot of potential and they went through with the most basic stuff/world/characters they could find. I am missing how this show is so highly rated? :F
On the defense, the idea is neat. There's only one series from 90's with similar concept (Those Who Hunt Elves) but it was 100% comedy, can't recollect anything utilizing that idea. It's simple: Gate is shameless with it's pandering to the "otaku-culture" while taking a rather unique story-setting and squeeze in as much fan-service as they can to veil the rather poor execution of said setting. People think they are watching something new because they enjoy the fanservice a lot so they too blinded to realise that the show is pretty bland. The MC is also a complete Mary Sue, so that helps a lot as well. Ah makes sense. If only the idea of tanks/high tech weapons in fantasy world were trully unique, maybe then I'll rate it higher than 6/10 ~~ Well, gonna look for different title now. My backlog is over 200 titles. RIP honestly? Seeing a middle aged, "normal" guy who has a job, would rather do otaku-stuff than his job but does it anyways to have a means of supporting his hobby was pretty refreshing to see for me. Rather than always the same 16-18 year old teenager MC who's strength is apparently being emotional in clutch situations and chasing his dreams (again, in contrast to the GATE MC who just has a job and slaves away because duh, that's life). Okay maybe he's not middle aged but certainly not a teenager. He still ended up being fucking OP like most other MCs so I'll give you that. But watching him was so much better for me than seeing another Kirito. So yeah, I'm one of those who liked it quite a lot. Also the whole military just straight up owning the fantasy world was good instead of some out of nowhere balanced fights even if it ended up being nationalistic pandering (in much the same way Independence day would be for people from the US I guess?). And yeah... tomato~
summarizes my thoughts on Gate. Started out really interesting, got a bit boring towards the middle/end of season 1 then became more interesting again as we got further into season 2. I liked all the characters, even boring Itami lol. At least, he still felt like a responsible adult XD
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On May 31 2016 05:23 Sentenal wrote:
FYI for people with good taste, the Girls und Panzer film is subbed now. I haven't gotten a chance to watch it yet myself, but heres hoping it delivers!
The movie probably the best thing I've watched all year. It did all the things I wanted and all the things I didn't even know I wanted.
A good three-quarters of the movie is tank battles. Lots of throwbacks to previous events. Everyone who's relevant makes an appearance, and there are even new characters who ended up being pretty cool. The movie retains its sense of humor and still manages to be serious where appropriate.
The action is good, but the sound design and soundtrack is what makes scenes memorable. Add in competent directing and you've got a damn good movie.
I seriously can't praise it enough.
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That has me hyped up then! Good to hear they know exactly what people want out of GuP.
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On May 31 2016 04:45 Miragee wrote:Show nested quote +On May 30 2016 23:03 Toadesstern wrote:On May 30 2016 05:59 OsaX Nymloth wrote:On May 30 2016 05:45 Miragee wrote:On May 30 2016 05:31 OsaX Nymloth wrote:
Finished Gate: Jieitai Kanochi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri in two days, not bad, not good either. Shame, there was a lot of potential and they went through with the most basic stuff/world/characters they could find. I am missing how this show is so highly rated? :F
On the defense, the idea is neat. There's only one series from 90's with similar concept (Those Who Hunt Elves) but it was 100% comedy, can't recollect anything utilizing that idea. It's simple: Gate is shameless with it's pandering to the "otaku-culture" while taking a rather unique story-setting and squeeze in as much fan-service as they can to veil the rather poor execution of said setting. People think they are watching something new because they enjoy the fanservice a lot so they too blinded to realise that the show is pretty bland. The MC is also a complete Mary Sue, so that helps a lot as well. Ah makes sense. If only the idea of tanks/high tech weapons in fantasy world were trully unique, maybe then I'll rate it higher than 6/10 ~~ Well, gonna look for different title now. My backlog is over 200 titles. RIP honestly? Seeing a middle aged, "normal" guy who has a job, would rather do otaku-stuff than his job but does it anyways to have a means of supporting his hobby was pretty refreshing to see for me. Rather than always the same 16-18 year old teenager MC who's strength is apparently being emotional in clutch situations and chasing his dreams (again, in contrast to the GATE MC who just has a job and slaves away because duh, that's life). Okay maybe he's not middle aged but certainly not a teenager. He still ended up being fucking OP like most other MCs so I'll give you that. But watching him was so much better for me than seeing another Kirito. So yeah, I'm one of those who liked it quite a lot. Also the whole military just straight up owning the fantasy world was good instead of some out of nowhere balanced fights even if it ended up being nationalistic pandering (in much the same way Independence day would be for people from the US I guess?). And yeah... tomato~ I never said a teenage boy with random power ups is any better, did I? Also comparing him with Kirito, lol. I wouldn't have thought of that one myself. Anyways, all I did was calling him a Mary Sue. You can't really argue that because it's pretty much a fact. Your reaction also proves my point. Of course lots of people will like a Mary Sue because that's the freaking point of writing such a character.
wasn't supposed to be a critique on you. I just felt that I would have to explain my thoughts a bit more in detail with everyone saying they didn't like it until I got in.
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Finished watching K:Missing Kings. Loved it!
+ Show Spoiler +I was really happy when Anna became the red king lol. She must've had the most difficult time considering recent losses. Also, Shiro will be making an appearance (as if they'll make him disappear for good lol) in Return of Kings which is making me excited. Can't wait to see more Silver King powers in action!
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On May 31 2016 14:51 BigFan wrote:Finished watching K:Missing Kings. Loved it! + Show Spoiler +I was really happy when Anna became the red king lol. She must've had the most difficult time considering recent losses. Also, Shiro will be making an appearance (as if they'll make him disappear for good lol) in Return of Kings which is making me excited. Can't wait to see more Silver King powers in action!
+ Show Spoiler + you are going to be thoroughly disappointed then.
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On May 31 2016 05:46 Spazer wrote:Show nested quote +On May 31 2016 05:23 Sentenal wrote:
FYI for people with good taste, the Girls und Panzer film is subbed now. I haven't gotten a chance to watch it yet myself, but heres hoping it delivers! The movie probably the best thing I've watched all year. It did all the things I wanted and all the things I didn't even know I wanted. A good three-quarters of the movie is tank battles. Lots of throwbacks to previous events. Everyone who's relevant makes an appearance, and there are even new characters who ended up being pretty cool. The movie retains its sense of humor and still manages to be serious where appropriate. The action is good, but the sound design and soundtrack is what makes scenes memorable. Add in competent directing and you've got a damn good movie. I seriously can't praise it enough.
Having now watched it, I couldn't agree more. The movie was like the perfect GuP movie, I dunno what they could have done better in it.
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On June 01 2016 12:33 Sentenal wrote:Show nested quote +On May 31 2016 05:46 Spazer wrote:On May 31 2016 05:23 Sentenal wrote:
FYI for people with good taste, the Girls und Panzer film is subbed now. I haven't gotten a chance to watch it yet myself, but heres hoping it delivers! The movie probably the best thing I've watched all year. It did all the things I wanted and all the things I didn't even know I wanted. A good three-quarters of the movie is tank battles. Lots of throwbacks to previous events. Everyone who's relevant makes an appearance, and there are even new characters who ended up being pretty cool. The movie retains its sense of humor and still manages to be serious where appropriate. The action is good, but the sound design and soundtrack is what makes scenes memorable. Add in competent directing and you've got a damn good movie. I seriously can't praise it enough. Having now watched it, I couldn't agree more. The movie was like the perfect GuP movie, I dunno what they could have done better in it.
Well... some characters did get shafted on screentime, but considering that the movie's already two hours long, I don't think they really could've addressed that.
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On May 30 2016 23:16 Toadesstern wrote:oh from MAL, yearly rankings: ![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/xk9VApp.png) :3 //edit, actually my bad it's only the first half of the year: Show nested quote +Here are the Manga and Light Novel sales rankings for the first half of the fiscal year of 2016 (November 23, 2015 - May 22, 2016).
I didn't expect the common theme that is found on the top 4 is that popular. Also KonoSuba ez #1
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Joker Game Ep. 9
+ Show Spoiler +Rather enjoyed this episode, not anything too impressive but it was nice seeing that wannabe Wind Agency get completely "beaten up" by D-Agency, tbh didn't quite understand the thing about the Imperial Army's emblem though
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On June 02 2016 01:07 2009 wrote:Joker Game Ep. 9 + Show Spoiler +Rather enjoyed this episode, not anything too impressive but it was nice seeing that wannabe Wind Agency get completely "beaten up" by D-Agency, tbh didn't quite understand the thing about the Imperial Army's emblem though
Yeah it kinda felt like nothing happened but I was engaged and then before I knew it the episode was over. Very smooth, really enjoyed it.
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On June 02 2016 01:08 Rebs wrote:Show nested quote +On June 02 2016 01:07 2009 wrote:Joker Game Ep. 9 + Show Spoiler +Rather enjoyed this episode, not anything too impressive but it was nice seeing that wannabe Wind Agency get completely "beaten up" by D-Agency, tbh didn't quite understand the thing about the Imperial Army's emblem though Yeah it kinda felt like nothing happened but I was engaged and then before I knew it the episode was over. Very smooth, really enjoyed it.
+ Show Spoiler +Agree. It was nothing spectacular but somehow very engaging and satisfying.
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so macross delta feels like there's 6 guys in planes that're fighting the entire federation and the only guys fighting back/can stop them is 4 pilots and a pop group
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Bungou Stray Dogs improved so much over the last few episodes, great episode again.
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On May 29 2016 03:30 Miragee wrote:
Yeah, Legend of the Galactic Heroes is probably as close to being perfect as it gets. Hard to reach that kind of quality. I think there are arguably a handful of shows in other genres out there that come close.
So I loved the not emphasis on fights and more the emphasis on ideologies...any other animes you could recommend that keep that spirit?
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On June 02 2016 07:13 mierin wrote:Show nested quote +On May 29 2016 03:30 Miragee wrote:
Yeah, Legend of the Galactic Heroes is probably as close to being perfect as it gets. Hard to reach that kind of quality. I think there are arguably a handful of shows in other genres out there that come close.
So I loved the not emphasis on fights and more the emphasis on ideologies...any other animes you could recommend that keep that spirit?
Uh, keep that spirit, that's difficult. I think you should take a look at Monster. It's more of a thriller but without much action and a lot about psychlogical struggle and ideologies. I think it fits best for what you are looking for. You might also like Mushishi and Kino no Tabi, although both are episodic. Each episode features a short story of a new place, their people/society. Mushishi is more focused on single human beings while Kino no Tabi sets more focus on the society and systems of each place. Shinsekai yori would be another one that fits into that category but it is more "japanese" than all of the above.
Last but not least I would recommend Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (just because I recommend that to everyone) and Ergo Proxy. Both have action but imho ideology (and philosophy) is a main point and appeal of those shows. Ergo Proxy thrives on mystery and the atmosphere of a deserted, dystopian sci-fi world while GitS:SAC thrives on its characters and, although dystopian, rather realistic view on a futuristic sci-fi world.
Note that I think that the fights in LotGH are an integral part of what makes the show so good. Not the action but because they bring out the characters and highlights their skill, intelligence and different abilities to approach those fights. Also note that no show has such a great cast of characters like LotGH. LotGH was carried a lot by its characters imho. Monster and GitS have a good cast, just not as good imho. Other shows set less emphasis on characters to the point where characters are basically plot-devices like in Shinsekai yori.
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On June 02 2016 07:02 HolydaKing wrote:
Bungou Stray Dogs improved so much over the last few episodes, great episode again.
Gotta agree there, looks like we're getting lots of action next episode too, so I'm really looking forward to that. Also, idk but I get this feeling like Kunikida actually really dotes on Atsushi a lot though he doesn't really express it at all.
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