Discussion What are You Watching and What is Next on Your List? [Archive] - Page 2

Zeltrax

June 17, 2011, 12:57 AM

phio_chan

June 17, 2011, 04:56 AM

Currently watching Ao no Exorcist. I have Kimi ni Todoke and Umineko no Naku Koro ni waiting behind. XD

yukihime03

June 18, 2011, 11:52 AM

Currently watching Fairy Tail, Gosick and Starry Sky. Gonna watch Ao no Exorcist and Kaichou wa Maid-sama next. XD

naruto-niichan

June 21, 2011, 05:28 PM

Catched up with the Toriko manga, so I now may give the anime version a try.
I hope that Pierrot is at least doing an average job with it :/

HaiSuShi

June 21, 2011, 05:47 PM

Just finished Baccano!, it was very confusing in the beginnig, but its an awesome series. Makes me want to read the novels, because the series felt so short...
Currently watching To Aru Majutsu no Index and To aru Kagaku no Railgun, planning to watch Durarara!! after that.
Eden of the East and rewatching some old series like Noir and X is also on my list.

HegemonKhan

June 23, 2011, 10:04 PM

I agree, I like Holo's personality and her character the most.

I haven't seen a character like her or close to her in any anime :lmao that makes her interesting to watch
and her tail is so adorable too.
Lawrence's character also start developing over time.

I've finished season 2 and really enjoyed it although sometimes I need to stop myself from watching the next episode
in order to analyze what I've just watched(some parts were confusing).
But really, I recommend Spice and wolf to everyone because I'm pretty sure that you'll love the couple(I adore them, esp holo).

Now..I start to hope for a season 3 :wtf.

while obviously not exactly the same as Holo (and Lawrence), if you want another great couple where the girl teases (well "insults"-hehe) the guy, and jsut a great anime, then watch:

Big O anime

Dorothy R. Wayneright and Roger Smith make such an adorable couple, their dialogue and inter-actions are just amazing as well.

Dorothy: "You're such a louse Roger Smith!"

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Also, another great couple, while not similar to Holo's flirtatious teasing nor Dorothy's "insulting", it's the one of the best "couples" (well father~daughter relationship, so not technically an actual couple, lol) and sooo emotional too and just awesomness!

Solty Rei anime

(Solty and Roy, as well as Rose, have just incredibly dialogue and interactions)

phio_chan

June 30, 2011, 10:32 AM

I've just finished Kimi ni Todoke now, wee! Ah, a sweet journey. Now I'm going to continue with Umineko no Naku Koro ni, I think. Actually I've downloaded three first episodes of Steins;Gate and I've watched one, but I'm still confused... I'm thinking whether I should continue watching it or not. :|

Zeltrax

July 02, 2011, 09:25 AM

I don't think i'll have time for anime watching soon so I'll drop whatever completed animes I have on my list
and focus on the ongoing ones that I'm currently
watching, namely:
Steins;Gate
Gintama'
Hanasaku Iroha
and Sket dance.
Dropping naruto shippuden and fairy tail temporary which will run a long time and will catch up soon after the exams.
The same for gosick, I know I should make the effort to catch up to the 5-6 episodes left and that it already ended.. but like the rest, I need to watch it at one go.

Putting AnoHana on hold, a real shame that I didn't get to watch and discuss it with the rest of the ffers and members.

Azurel

July 10, 2011, 02:03 AM

Not watching anything 'completed' for a long time, been too busy for that.

On-going series that I'm following are:

Beelzebub
Blood-C
Usagi Drop
SKET Dance
Cardfight!! Vanguard (reminds me of pokemon, digimon etc -- cliches)

-kinda watching when I get the mood-

Deadman Wonderland (I started reading the manga after watching the first episode. BIG MISTAKE. I can't get into the anime now because the story is still fresh in my mind.)
Kaiji: Hakairoku Hen (somehow Kaiji is getting on my nerves, or maybe the suspense gets on my nerves)

Fairytail (same as below)
One Piece (I love OP but I can't follow it weekly, it kills me to wait)

Asarii

July 16, 2011, 12:19 AM

I finished watching Paranoia Agent today- it's a trippy but really good series! I'm going to try Big O and Last Exile in between the other titles I'm keeping track of.

HegemonKhan

July 17, 2011, 05:02 PM

Jammin

July 17, 2011, 10:43 PM

I liked both Big O and Last Exile, though if you have to pick one i'd agree with HegemonKhan go for Big O.

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Just got done watching Gosick. Pretty good, though i can't say i loved the wrap up at the end

The only series i'm actively watching at the moment are

- Tiger & Bunny (which continues to exceed my expectations)
- Gintama

Next up.

- Ao no Exorcist

Asarii

July 18, 2011, 10:13 PM

ooooo, definately watch Big O !!!!!, hehe.

If you don't like it (do you like batman, as it shares so much with batman aspects, lol), give it a bit more patience... as it's full plot and secrets don't come until a bit later into it :D

it gets really good, especially the growing relationship between Roger and Dorothy, grins :D
I haven't found the chance to start yet, but your words motivate me to watch. :) I actually love Batman (Christopher Nolan's films) so I can't wait to see the similarities. I also prefer a slower paced series compared to a fast one so everything sounds perfect! There's shipping material too? Even better.

naruto-niichan

July 19, 2011, 05:41 AM

I haven't found the chance to start yet, but your words motivate me to watch. :) I actually love Batman (Christopher Nolan's films) so I can't wait to see the similarities. I also prefer a slower paced series compared to a fast one so everything sounds perfect! There's shipping material too? Even better.

Now I'm curious too. Nolan's Batman films were great and if the series shares some similitaries it would be fairly interesting! I may give it a try when I find the time.

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Watched the Higashi no Eden (http://myanimelist.net/anime/5630/Higashi_no_Eden) series + the two films. It was a good series with a lot of suspense and a very interesting premise/concept :thumbs
It has a few minor failings but overall it was very enjoyable and entertaining till the end.

phio_chan

July 21, 2011, 11:24 AM

Watched the Higashi no Eden (http://myanimelist.net/anime/5630/Higashi_no_Eden) series + the two films. It was a good series with a lot of suspense and a very interesting premise/concept :thumbs
It has a few minor failings but overall it was very enjoyable and entertaining till the end.

I tried the anime only, can't bring myself to watch the films. The plot was... I don't know, as if, until the end, I wasn't really sure what this story wanted to show me. XD

Thinking to watch Itsuka Tenma now. Just for the sake of the ED singer, Akiko Shikata, though. :3

naruto-niichan

July 22, 2011, 06:36 AM

I tried the anime only, can't bring myself to watch the films. The plot was... I don't know, as if, until the end, I wasn't really sure what this story wanted to show me. XD

Yup I get what you mean, I felt the same way. It's just that I was too curious to see how the story would unfold, as there were a lot of unanswered questions when the anime ended. I wouldn't say the story was great but still entertaining. The final ending in movie 2 was fine with me but I still got the feeling that they didn't really know where to go with the story. The concept had a lot of potential so I would say they did a so-so job.

Currently watching a lot:

Nurarihyon no Mago: Sennen Makyou (so far a big lot better than the first season)

Sacred Seven (entertaining but as of now nothing special)

No.6 (story seems interesting but it could turn out either way, it's too early to judge it now)

Kamisama Dolls (the premise and the suspense is good but the story's progress is a bit slow)

Usagi Drop (very pleased with it, could be my fav anime of the season :) )

Tried Kamisama no Memou-chou and Dantalian no Shoka but both turned out rather boring, at least their respective first episode :(

MattC302

July 24, 2011, 06:40 PM

I just started watching The Count of Monte Cristo. It has a really cool and interesting animation style, but the story is a little boring so far.

Next, I am going to watch Chobits.

You are probably wondering why I am watching these random and kind of old anime. It is because they are both free on Funimation On Demand. I pretty much watch any anime that is on tv. I hate watching shows on the computer.

HegemonKhan

August 02, 2011, 04:30 PM

Both Chobits (only seen some episodes) and Count of Monte Cristo (seen most episodes) are decent, Chobits is quite enjoyable hehe, and you're right that Monte Cristo is a bit boring, but it does pick up with some much more enjoyable episodes, hehe :D

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the tv shows on funimation, are my trailers/advertising/"test drive" for animes, lol. I watch the episode(s) of various animes on tv deciding whether I like them or not, when I'd otherwise not even know or care about them otherwise. I found some good animes that I wouldn't have realized if I hadn't watched an episode of it on tv, hehe.

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Wow, I've been watching Rideback, it's fkn awesome! but it's only 12 episodes, though it's a perfectly well done 12 episode series, I jsut wish it was longer, hehe, as Rideback is really fkn awesome!

phio_chan

August 03, 2011, 02:58 AM

I'm still following Ao no Exorcist, BLOOD-C, Steins;Gate, Dantalian no Shoka, and No. 6 at the moment. Might drop No. 6 and BLOOD-C if it turns out disappointing, though. The next anime I'm planning to watch is Kara no Kyoukai! But the size is too big that I'm not sure if I really have to download it, despite all good comments I received about this anime. :3

naruto-niichan

August 04, 2011, 01:14 PM

Watched Hellsing OVA 8, epic shit is epic! Going to rewatch it when a HQ comes out, it's worth the time :thumbs

I'm so looking forward to the next one, Alucard vs. Walter will be completely mindblowing

Kaiten

August 17, 2011, 01:25 PM

It's been to long since I watched any anime and am trying to catch up on some recent shows I missed. I started Magica and Anohana yesterday. I'm watching Blu-Ray rips of both series, neither of which are complete on BD, so it may take a few months to catch up. Once I've watched all the released episodes.

Most importantly: Just finished watching Redline (http://myanimelist.net/anime/6675/Redline). Easily the most original anime I have seen since Paprika and Tekkonkinkreet, there is absolutely nothing like it. I could not recommend this movie any more. Be aware that this is an R rated movie and does contain some adult material.

naruto-niichan

August 17, 2011, 02:32 PM

Watching Code Geass R2 right now. The first season was absolutely stunning, I can't wait to see how everything turns out :zomg

@Kaiten I doom you heartless if you don't shed a lot of few tears in the last episode of AnoHana :crying

Kaiten

August 18, 2011, 04:00 PM

Good, I love a sad story. Not that I would ever admit to crying :hip
After three episodes I am really enjoying Ano Hano, it really does live up to it's reputation.

naruto-niichan

August 20, 2011, 08:10 AM

Glad to hear that! The last ep will make you admit to crying :hip

Finished Code Geass 2, not as great as the first season but still very enjoyable and with a sad and satisfying ending :super
Lelouch really lives up to all the hype around him, his character was fascinating and tragic at the same time.

Now I wonder what the planned third season will be about, especially seeing how the second season ended.

HegemonKhan

August 20, 2011, 12:32 PM

just watched The Sacred Blacksmith Anime. The first part has a lot of breast comedy, but it is actually quite a good anime, and becomes a really good emotional story and with an interesting plot as well. Too bad there's no second season yet of it, as-though the manga is on-going.

mikkih

August 29, 2011, 01:36 AM

Lately, I have been watching mindless anime such as Beelzebub andBlue Exorcist. I do not care for Oga's voice though. (Oga: the main character in Beelzebub.)

naruto-niichan

August 29, 2011, 11:29 AM

Watched Eve no Jikan(Movie) (http://myanimelist.net/anime/7465/Eve_no_Jikan_%28Movie%29) and it really deserves the high ranking. The whole "have robots a heart?" question is nothing new but it was very well executed and I hope there will be a continuation.

Now I might watch Summer Wars or Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagan next, as I heard both are great.

Jammin

August 29, 2011, 11:40 AM

I don't know about Summer Wars but Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagan is really good. It has a bit of an over the top style to it but there is a lot of rich emotional content in it. Not to mention it has a great soundtrack.

It also becomes a good bit more epic than you might expect.

mikkih

August 30, 2011, 01:32 AM

You might like Summer Wars if you like Digimon.

I watched The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006) yesterday. It's a shojo anime/film. (I saw it a few years ago for the first time.) It's a little sad but heart warming sweet story.

This summer, I watched Naruto Blood Prison, which was terrible, and Kokuriko no Saka by Studio Ghibli which was quite nice.

ashher

September 08, 2011, 05:28 AM

Just finished One Outs, my first anime that's gotta do something with sports. But its not any plain sports anime. Well what else would ya expect from the guy who writes Liar Game. Enjoyed it a lot.

mikkih

September 10, 2011, 10:13 PM

Just finished One Outs, my first anime that's gotta do something with sports. But its not any plain sports anime. Well what else would ya expect from the guy who writes Liar Game. Enjoyed it a lot.

Have you read the manga (One Outs) ? The story actually gets more interesting after the final episode of the anime. (I read all 20 volumes in Japanese, but English version may not be available...)

HegemonKhan

September 13, 2011, 01:47 AM

If anyone is interested in sports (or another sports) anime, I'd recommend:

IGPX Immortal Grand Prix

it's both really enjoyable with the racing and outside of the racing too! some really good story-telling/drama, and the races are cool too. Even if mecha racing isn't your thing, I think everyone will find themselves liking this anime!

Asarii

October 01, 2011, 01:38 AM

The animation for Mononoke and Sakurai-kun caught my attention: it's pretty avant-garde and colorful without being an eyesore. The characters have a cartoon, caricature look to them.

Yeah, my to-watch list just keeps on growing. :eyeroll

HaiSuShi

October 06, 2011, 05:50 PM

Finished watching:
-Index and Railgun
-Madoka Magica(I don't think I have to say anything ;p)
-PSG(:3c)
-Gurren Laggan(very awesome).

Planning to watch:
-Code Geass, it's long overdue
-Ano Hana(because I'm very interested after seeing so many mentioning it and the characters look interesting)
-Clannad(slice-of-life with very good comedy IMO)
-Ika Musume(saw the first episode already)
-Ookami-san (because of Narrator Kuroko ;p)
-X and Noir(still haven't watched them)
-Now that I'm reading it, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time and Summer Wars are on my list as well

Oh, and Fairy Tail deserves a special mention, because the anime adds so much to the already known scenes.(I have to catch up on that, too...)

The list just keeps on growing.....

Edit: I almost forgot, Dennou Coil is an excellent anime I recommend watching, one of my absolute favorites.

Schabrak

October 06, 2011, 07:26 PM

Finally finished Aoi Bungaku, at least the last story wasn't as hard on my heart as the first ones, can't believe that I've had enough of a Seiyuu after a single series, but hearing Masato Sakai in 5 different roles within 12 episodes was frightening, just as the series was a couple of times. Enough bad endings for the while. :D

Quiet happy that I started Ano Hana, is worth it's ranking till now, am at the middle point right now and the execution is great. I just love compelling anime, recommendations for '11 anime are welcome.

edit:
Done with Ano Hana,Top 5 of '11 with Usagi Drop till now. Just finished Brave Story too, took me long enough...

Will probably finish Nichijou, Xam'd or Eureka Seven[still stuck where they once stopped subbing in '06^^] next. Haven't seen much harem/comedy lately so it's either Working!! or Mayo Chiki! inbetween too.

phio_chan

October 07, 2011, 10:13 AM

Finished with BLOOD-C, Steins;Gate, and Ao no Exorcist a while ago. Now moving on with Mawaru Penguindrum (strange one indeed, but I can't help being curious), Persona 4 The Animation, and Chihayafuru. P4 seems like it's going to be awesome; gonna watch it after this. While Chihayafuru... I was thinking to read the manga, but somehow got delayed, and now that I saw there is an anime I decided to try the anime instead. XD

Zeltrax

October 07, 2011, 10:46 AM

To be honest I don't plan to start anime that I won't finish.
Two good examples of this is GoSick and [C] both let me down so badly that I decided..meh.

The ones that actually look promising this season are:
Phi Brain
Mirai Nikki
Un-go and Guilty Crown
Un-Go looks like one of those rare detective anime that is actually thought provoking,
at least thats what it looks like so I'm looking forward to it.

I would watch p4 if I'm not planning to play the game on vita in the future :p

and for the completed anime that I'll watch..only one:
Hanasaku Iroha.

naruto-niichan

October 07, 2011, 11:31 AM

and for the completed anime that I'll watch..only one:
Hanasaku Iroha.

Worth every minute of watching, she show is damn awesome and maybe the best slice-of-life anime I have seen so far.

I am watching Bakuman Season 2 already and I will definitely watchMirai Nikki , Un-go and Guilty Crown too, they all look promising.
Gonna try out Kimi to Boku and C3 too but it depends on the first ep if I will continue watching. Not sure about Phi Brain either, the whole puzzle theme seems rather boring but I might try it when it gets good reception

edit: Uh totally disliked C3, dropped it after 10 mins of watching...

HegemonKhan

October 11, 2011, 02:26 PM

this is actually a pretty good anime if you can be patient and watch all of it, as it gets much more interesting in it's later half, but it's completely underappreciated and not well known, sadly. it needs more popularity, publicity, and respect, hehe:

S-CRY-RED (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-CRY-ed)

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naruto-niichan

October 12, 2011, 04:09 PM

Watched Redline and Summer Wars, the first was just pure art and SW was a nice, entertaining movie.

Started watching Chihayafure, the first two episodes were pretty enjoyable, looks like it will be another good slice-of-life show. Mirai Nikki's first episode was fantastic, it could become my favourite of the season

Schabrak

October 12, 2011, 05:52 PM

Done with Eureka SeveN, was a nice trip, did rewatch from the half point, had some nice suprises over the time.

Will watch Cyborg 009, the 1966 version, than Black Lagoon: Roberta's Blood Trail to finally finish off the franchise, maybe the other translated Cyborg 009 movie from 1980 too, sadly Cyborg 009 Kaijuu Sensou[1967] the real sequel to the original had seen no english release. Will return to my shedule from the post above after that to finish Xam'd.^^ Should be enough for this week...

phio_chan

October 13, 2011, 05:03 AM

The ones that actually look promising this season are:
Phi Brain
Mirai Nikki
Un-go and Guilty Crown

Not sure if Phi Brain is worth watching, at least for me. I checked two episodes yesterday. The plot was the one that dragged me to it, in hope that I'd get to see more puzzles and awesome solutions for it. But so far the first two episodes didn't show anything; instead speeding up things where it could be used to entertain viewers with solutions moves and such. Maybe it's just me. XD

naruto-niichan

October 13, 2011, 12:49 PM

Going to watch Sket Dance again, kinda forgot to watch it after the first two? episodes but I actually liked it and it looks like the anime is well-received so I'm gonna try to catch up with the current ep <_<

Guilty Crown and Un-Go will air tomorrow, definitely going to watch those two :wtf

mikkih

October 24, 2011, 05:20 PM

Gonna try out Kimi to Boku and C3 too but it depends on the first ep if I will continue watching. Not sure about Phi Brain ..　I thought the 1st and the 2nd episodes of Kimi to Boku were nicely done (for female audience). I missed the 3rd but watched the 4th episode today. I found the new transfer student, who was introduced in the episode 3, being a bit too loud and obnoxious. I may give it another try.

Schabrak

October 24, 2011, 06:32 PM

Cyborg 009 (1966) was as expected, worth a lot of laugh about the quality and expectations of the future. XD Lot's of reused work/filler moments, but nice anyway. Black Lagoon was great, but not as thrilling as expected, didn't like one or two moments.

Rushed through Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Meiou Shinwa season 2 the last two days and was amazed by how consistent it was. Lot's of action and some explanation for the sequel series. Wish there was a third pack of OVA, but seems like I will have to read the manga for a conclusion.

HegemonKhan

November 07, 2011, 11:52 PM

I'm watching ~ Chrome Shelled G.... and ~ Gai-Rei-Zero, both are pretty good so far, I especially though am liking Gai-Rei-Zero, as they got a violent-bloody "Bad-Evil Saya" girl and her "little miss perfect Saya sister", hehe :D

Bromamura

November 08, 2011, 02:19 AM

Rewarching Macross Frontier. Also started on Star Driver. Somewhat stalled with Tiger & Bunny.

saladesu

January 04, 2012, 10:32 AM

I just watched Kyoukai Senjou no Horizon. A rather interesting series. Many people couldn't get past the first 4 episodes, which were major infodumps that were rather off-putting. I was initially quite confused as to what the hell was going on but thankfully I watched with someone who had watched the series already, so I could ask questions and all that, heh. The action is pretty good but on the story side, things can be really quite confusing at times. I'm currently using this site (http://kyoukaisen.tumblr.com/) to get answers to some of the questions I had while watching :XD Another problem with the series was that there were just too many characters! :s They were all unique, but just... too many. The seiyuu were good, and Fukuyama Jun sounded like he was having a whole lot of fun voicing Aoi Tori :)

Despite all the various "problems", I found Kyoukai Senjou no Horizon interesting enough to look forward to season 2 :)

yukihime03

January 04, 2012, 10:54 PM

Natsume Yuujinchou Shi. :wtf

Almost finished with Otome Youkai Zakuro so I think I'll watch Tegami Bachi Reverse next..

naruto-niichan

January 05, 2012, 01:45 PM

Watching Gintama right now, it's not bad but not so great either yet. Guess I will watch a bit more.

Almost finished with Otome Youkai Zakuro so I think I'll watch Tegami Bachi Reverse next..

Just letting you know that Reverse is full of fillers and has an alternative ending, it divides from the manga story a lot.

Kaiten

January 10, 2012, 12:55 AM

I watched episode 1 of Moretsu Pirates (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/74577-Moretsu-Pirates). Promising series, though the first episode was primarily a prologue. I will watch episode 1 of Nisemonogatari tomorrow. After that I plan on starting Another, which got very good reviews in ANN's winter anime preview.

Zatono

January 10, 2012, 01:14 AM

I just watched episode 1 for Guilty Crown, and I kinda like it so far. Nice animation, and it jumped right into the action. I think I'm going to pick up Another as well, seems interesting.

phio_chan

January 10, 2012, 05:27 AM

I just watched episode 1 for Guilty Crown, and I kinda like it so far. Nice animation, and it jumped right into the action. I think I'm going to pick up Another as well, seems interesting.

Lately there hasn't been any release of more Guilty Crown episodes? It is stuck on episode 11. Also, on few latest episodes things are going to a bit strange and annoying; not spoiling or anything, just a simple warning. ^^;

I tried Another today. First time watching horror anime, oh, well... I am interested by the plot so I'll give it a try. :p

Schabrak

January 10, 2012, 08:16 AM

More like the Shu has no chance of being near a top character list anytime soon. :P There was a Guilty Crown special released last week, that's why there's still no ep12. Got to watch 10/11 today, as the preview pics (http://randomc.net/category/guilty-crown/)[pics are obvious spoilers!] appear to be promising for once.

Skyguardian

January 20, 2012, 06:59 PM

I'm watching Shakugan no Shana III (My most wanted), Guilty Crown, Persona 4, Another, Sket Dance

I'm waiting for Toaru Majutsu no Index III (nearly as wanted as Shana... *__*)

Maybe I watch Code Geass

Jammin

February 07, 2012, 12:26 PM

naruto-niichan

February 08, 2012, 04:18 PM

Does anybody know if Guilty Crown is any good? And how is Nisemonogatari compared to Bakemonogatari?

I doubt you will really like GC, it has good animations and an interesting premise but it lacks logic way too often. It kinda similar to Code Geass's (often) ridiculous developments but in a more silly way + cast is rather shallow (at least until now). It is enjoyable but not something I would call "really" good.

Nisemonogatari: Watch it, it's easily as good as Bakemono and so far the best show if the season. Witty dialogues as it's best, mixed with Shaft's great and unique animation. If you liked the first show there's no way you won't like Nisemono.

Zeltrax

February 09, 2012, 04:47 AM

I've only been watching only Gintama since Tiger & Bunny ended I would like to pick up another though.

Does anybody know if Guilty Crown is any good? And how is Nisemonogatari compared to Bakemonogatari?

not sure about nisemono.
GC is only good for the eye candy and the songs and the fact that I love watching trainwrecks.
It might have been getting better now and then, and there might still be hope left but until then my advice to you is to not pick it up unless
you want to turn your brain off watching, then it might be "good" for you.
Saying that it is enjoyable is really being kind, I'll call it something that didn't lived up to its hype.

mup

March 06, 2012, 10:24 PM

i haven't watch any anime that has gotten my attention since eureka seven and blood + i'm waiting for eureka seven ao anthing that Bones make i watch though Dai Satō has to be the screenwriter

MattC302

April 07, 2012, 04:55 AM

I'm not much of an anime guy. I mostly stick to manga. But since I don't have anything to read this weekend, I decided to check out Tiger & Bunny. It has been really awesome so far. I'm really glad I started to watch it. It kind of renewed my interest in anime in general. I will probably check out more anime from now on. If only there was more anime broadcast on tv like there was when I was a kid. I hate watching shows on the computer.

Jammin

April 13, 2012, 10:37 PM

Just watched the first episode Eureka Seven AO and I am blown away.

I mean, when Bones works on something you expect it to be pretty but.....wow. Just wow. Overwhelming beautiful visuals(movie quality much of the time), dramatically intense, and fantastic audio work. Story and characters seem good too. If it can maintains this quality it's going to be something special.

There's always a slight cringe factor with me when it comes to mecha (I just don't share the fascination with giant robots) but this episode completely blew that away just like the original Eureka Seven managed to.

@naruto-niichan
Good call, on Nisemonogatari. That was a wonderful anime.

@MattC302
Tiger and Bunny was a favorite of mine. I'm pretty stoked that their are a pair of Tiger & Bunny movies coming out. Though, naturally, I would prefer another series.

Bromamura

April 15, 2012, 05:43 AM

Currently watching Guilty Crown and Ef: A Tale of Memories. Enjoying both so far, nice animations. Preparing to watch Noir after them, already started a while back but never got passed the first episode for some reason.

HaiSuShi

April 16, 2012, 06:23 PM

Just finished Toradora! finally, don't know why it took that long...

And OMG, it was fantastic! I don't remember the last time I liked absolutely everything about an Anime...I don't even know where to start!

Go watch it, you know you want it:3c

Also finished Kimi Ni Todoke, and it didn't disappoint, that's for sure!

Lists:

Watched(since last time)
-Toradora
-Kimi Ni Todoke I & II

Watching
-Noir
-Bakemonogatari
-Guilty Crown(Though I'm not sure if it's worth it other than the eyecandy :mono)

To do
-Tiger & Bunny
-Code Geass
-AnoHana
-Mirai Nikki
-Darker Than Black
-Higurashi & Umineko
-Nisemonogatari
-Usagi Drop
-X

Also planning to take a look at Eureka Seven, is the story the same as in the manga?
If so, I will read the manga first.

Preparing to watch Noir after them, already started a while back but never got passed the first episode for some reason.

Haha, it was the same for me, too.
Even though Noir was running in TV some years ago and I have the series now complete, I never watched more than the first six episodes...

Jammin

April 16, 2012, 06:45 PM

@HaiSuShi
Lots of good stuff on that list. Especially Bakemonogatari, Nisemonogatari, Tiger & Bunny, Code Geass, and Darker Than Black(1st season only, 2nd one kinda sucked IMO).

And judging by that list you might want to take a look at Katanagatari, if your not aware of it.

http://youtu.be/M2dm5SsHGrU It's not related to Bakemonogatari or Nisemonogatari, as you might think from the name, but it's something that focuses on dialogue like they do; probably because it was adapted from novels like them. It consists of 12 episodes that run about an hour(double the standard anime runtime). Don't let the super lighthearted animation style fool you either, it'll make you cry.

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As for Eureka Seven in relation to it's manga they are different, it was actually created after the anime I believe(alternete universe or some such). The movie is also quite different(also an alternate universe). I recommend the anime over both of them by a large margin; though I'm somewhat biased since it's easily in my top 3 anime of all time.

HaiSuShi

April 16, 2012, 08:02 PM

I tend to wait for a bit after new series come out, so I can read reviews/opinions like in this thread. It also has the advantage I can watch the whole show in one go when it already ended.

I heard about Katanagatari a while ago, but forgot about it unfortunately...Thanks for reminding me!

Katanagataris art style reminds me of Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei, which I also plan to watch. There are only 9 episodes of the first season subbed in German, so I will have to search for English subs. I have the same problem with the last 4 episodes of Durarara!!, which is the sole reason I didn't watch it yet.

Something I just realized is that I especially like animes that are adapted from light novels. I don't know why, but most of the series I liked and watched recently belong to that group ( Index/Toradora/Baccano/etc.).

Schabrak

April 16, 2012, 08:04 PM

I would watch E7 first too, due to music being a one of the strong points of the anime, as well as the windsurfing and aerial fights/moves. The manga started before the anime and ended after the anime conclusion, so it will most likely have a different ending.

Isin Nisio (http://myanimelist.net/people/5254/Isin_Nisio) not only created Katanagatari, but a lot of other currently famous works.

About to finish BRS, Kill Me Baby, Inu × Boku SS, Ano Natsu de Matteru, Rinne no Lagrange and Nisemonogatari to make some room for the good looking spring season. Loved the new style of the new Lupin 3rd/Fujiko series, Sankarea had a nice start. Will try Nazo no Kanojo X for it's oldschool look, Sakamichi no Apollon and Uchuu Kyoudai for the plot. Will let me suprise myself with Tasogare Otome X Amnesia, Accel World and Shirokuma Cafe. ... not to forget Yurumates 3D, liked the OVA, will try this one too, don't know what to think about it being 3D though.

I will just predict, that half of those series will end in the back log, together with a couple dozen ... hundred other anime. :fail

[-]: done

HaiSuShi

April 16, 2012, 08:19 PM

There is an anime for Inu x Boku SS? :wtf

After doing a little search, it seems that it only covers the first ten chapters, right? Damn, another one for the list:3c

Oh, and how could I forget Nazo no Kanojo X? I like the manga very much, so I'm looking forward to it.
Kill Me Baby, too.

Jammin

April 16, 2012, 08:36 PM

Their are actually quite a few differences between the Eureka Seven manga and the anime. The ending, characters and quite a few plot points were altered significantly; *SPOILERS*here's a full list for anybody curious*SPOILERS* (http://z10.invisionfree.com/Eureka_seveN_RPGing/ar/t47.htm)

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That's very interesting about Isin Nisio, I didn't know Katanagatari was his work but that makes a lot of sense considering how good the dialogue was. Some of the best scenes are just characters talking. His dialogue is magic.

What I meant, when I said "not related" though was that it's not part of the Monogatari series(Bakemonogatari, Nisemonogatari).

jamesem92

April 17, 2012, 05:08 AM

I'm finding it hard to catch up to any anime at the moment, manga is just so much easier, especially as I can just read it in much lunch break at work.

Currently I'm watching Naruto Shippuuden (I'm on about episode 50ish)
and trying to keep up with Bleach. I'm watching it dubbed so I'm at a filler point (The Zanpakuto Arc) and it's just so long! I want them to get back to the espanda and I'm losing interest in it slowly.

I'm also watching Dragon Ball with my girlfriend, and I always get things watched quicker with her than by myself.

After I catch up with Naruto Shipuuden I think I'll try some the classics like Cowboy Bebop or Ghost in the Shell, not sure which to go for yet though.

Schabrak

April 17, 2012, 06:07 AM

Both are great, but with CB you will get a one season + one movie experience, while GitS produced multiple seasons, spins-offs, movies. Why don't you just skip the fillers and wait for the canon episodes to be dubbed, much easier to handle with my mind, and it will never get you in conflict in the manga discussion. :P Are you watching the original version of DB or Kai? Don't turture her through the fillerish episodes.^^

jamesem92

April 17, 2012, 10:53 AM

Thanks! I think I'll go for CB first then, as I think I need the shorter of the two.
But I'll be sure to watch them both, thanks for the info.

If only I could, but I'm one of those people that can't skip episodes.
I mean, I want to know how it ends, and it's not a bad filler as such, it's just so damn long. Espeically when it's an epsiode a week and I'm excited for other things, but I'll stick it out.....
*sigh*

At the moment we're just watching the original Dragon Ball, not Z (or Kai), once that's over we'll watch some other things (She'll no doubt want to watch a couple of Shojo first, which is always a nice change of pace if they're good ones) before we watch Z.
I'm too attached to the original to watch Kai, since I've heard the theme tune is different and that was pretty much the theme to my childhood.
And I'd love nothing more than to skip Garlic Jr. etc... since I saw them as a child, but she's even worse for seeing every tiny bit as I am, and I doubt she'll want to skip them...

... no matter how much I warn her.

Schabrak

April 17, 2012, 12:29 PM

DB was my "childhood", and I would still prefer a trimed version[watching those minute long flashbacks from the last episode is quiet nervewrecking^^], reading it would be much fast and a better experience IMO, but that's your choice. You want to end what you started, that's the way I watch anime too, but you could just skip the next filler, browsing for the filler list and skipping those parts altogether. I'm done with Bleach, missing [298-342], will have to skim through the content list to look up the omakes/specials. jamesem92, you know they will put filler episodes in between critical and important scenes like fights later on?

I see Ano Hana in your list, but that's not really a shojo anime, therefore I would recommend Kimi ni Todoke or Nodame Cantabile, if you can live with a bit more comedy.... or just watch the relatively short Usagi Drop[by far not the full story of the manga though].

naruto-niichan

April 18, 2012, 01:14 PM

Currently watching a lot of the new series.

- Tasogare Otome x Amnesia (hard to judge yet)
- Jormungand (very entertaining)
- Sakamichi no Apollon (great start, could be one of my favourites of the season)
- Kuroko no Basket (enjoying it a lot more than I thought, still a more or less average story)
- Uchuu Kyodai (another great one, especially for those who are interested in space manga/anime)
- Medaka Box (so far good adaption, let's see where it goes)

Watching
-Noir
-Bakemonogatari
-Guilty Crown(Though I'm not sure if it's worth it other than the eyecandy :mono)

To do
-Tiger & Bunny
-Code Geass
-AnoHana
-Mirai Nikki
-Darker Than Black
-Higurashi & Umineko
-Nisemonogatari
-Usagi Drop
-X

Guilty Crown is only for eye candy, don't expect much of the story

I can only recommend the ones Jammin mentioned too, AnoHana, Usagi Drop,
Higurashi and Mirai Nikki are also great series, everyone in it's own aspect.

If you want awesome slice of life I would start with AnoHana, fabulous series with a great ending. Usagi Drop is very enjoyable too but it ends in the middle of the manga and personally I enjoyed AnoHana more.

Higurashi and Mirai Nikki are both awesome horror series but the first one will take you some time to get used to it because the mystery part plays a very huge role and things only start to get clear near the end, you would need to watch the second season too to get an awesome conclusion to the story. Mirai Nikki is something you will get used to very fast but the anime version has it's flaws compared to the manga. Definitely something worth watching though.

Only hear bad things about Umineko so not sure if you should check it out.

Jammin

April 18, 2012, 08:28 PM

I've just wrapped up watching the first season of Kimi Ni Todoke, which I started watching due to seeing so many people be so fond of it. Slice of life is generally not a genre I gravitate to but I'm enjoyed it a lot. Sawako is up there on the list of all time cutest characters.

Since you say AnoHana is pretty good, I might have to check it out next.

---------- Post added at 09:28 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:05 PM ----------

So...I just watched it all in pretty much one sitting this evening and I have something to confess...

My personal streak of not shedding a single tear over anything, ANYTHING, has been shattered(it's probably been over half a decade). I think, I may have been crying continously for about half of the last episode. So good...:crying

naruto-niichan

April 19, 2012, 04:01 PM

Since you say AnoHana is pretty good, I might have to check it out next.

So...I just watched in pretty much one sitting this evening and I have something to confess...

My personal streak of not shedding a single tear over anything, ANYTHING, has been shattered(it's probably been over half a decade). I think, I may have been crying continously for about half of the last episode. So good...:crying

And here I was about to tell you that I cried like hell in the last episode :D Really, AnoHana is worth watching just for the awesome and very sad ending, best thing I saw in a while. Glad you enjoyed it :thumbs

yukilove21

April 19, 2012, 08:44 PM

I am re-watching and re-reading Katekyo Hitman Reborn.
I plan on watching Princess Jellyfish afterwards.

naruto-niichan

May 11, 2012, 10:23 AM

Asarii

May 16, 2012, 05:50 PM

Currently watching Stein's Gate. Back then I dropped it because I lacked the time but after reading a lot of good stuff about it I wanted to give it another try. I'm at episode 8 now and I'm really enjoying it, very curious to see how things will develop :zomg

Good for you for picking it up again! :D I watched it as it was airing, but I think it's best viewed when marathoning.

Zeltrax

May 17, 2012, 12:03 AM

Huh..I thought watching it week by week was really fun since almost every episode was like "woooow!!"
but glad to see you picking up steins;gate, narunii.
The first few episodes is an understatement to what the series can really do.

naruto-niichan

May 17, 2012, 05:05 AM

After watching nothing else as Steins Gate for a few days it's time to catch up with all the other series I'm watching XDD After that I will either watch Honey and Clover (http://myanimelist.net/anime/16/Honey_and_Clover) or Mononoke (http://myanimelist.net/anime/2246/Mononoke)

Huh..I thought watching it week by week was really fun since almost every episode was like "woooow!!"
but glad to see you picking up steins;gate, narunii.
The first few episodes is an understatement to what the series can really do.

true, the first few episodes aren't that great but then it turns into a rollercoaster ride. Drama, Comedy, Romance, Action and lots of surprises. Awesome series, shame I didn't watch it back then because I would have loved to discuss it with all of you. Even the one continuation episode was great. Where others put in a lame beach fanservice episodes, Stein's Gate delivered a perfect mix of fun/romance and plot ("Close your eyes..." at the end was so :hearts ). Really looking forward to the film in fall, please let it be as great as the show!

MattC302

May 23, 2012, 03:00 AM

I just watched The Secret World of Arrietty and I thought it was really good. Ghibli films rarely disappoint.

-Ken-

May 24, 2012, 10:17 PM

Medaka Box and Hunter X Hunter. That's it, really. This season doesn't interested me much.

Doraku

May 25, 2012, 06:43 AM

I just finished watching Steins;Gate and Mirai Nikki. I prefer Steins to Mirai Nikki because even though the story development is slower, it has more thrills. I had mixed feelings when it ends. Definitely can't wait for the movie.
Gonna watch Uchuu Kyoudai and Kara no Kyokai soon.

Schabrak

May 26, 2012, 07:51 AM

Did you watch the OVA to Steins;Gate? It's a sequal to the series, not a special and gives closure to the series.

Doraku

May 27, 2012, 07:31 AM

Did you watch the OVA to Steins;Gate? It's a sequel to the series, not a special and gives closure to the series.

Yes, I watched it yesterday. I was expecting sneak peek which is related to the movie or background of the character developed in the OVA, but since It barely gives us any new information, I think the OVA is pretty much just an extra. Nonetheless, I'm glad that they didn't leave the "hole" in the 24th episode between Okabe and Kurisu open, tho. If the OVA is a closure, I wonder what kind of original plot that is going to be used in the movie, I hope they won't use different casts.

Space Bros : Funny and entertaining. The premise of the story makes it more interesting to watch. Definitely gonna keep watching this one.
Kara no Kyoukai : I was only able to watch the 1st movie yesterday, and it seems the sequence of the movie is so random. No character information, no background of the story, very little information. Oh well, probably they will reveal it in the 2nd movie.
Accel World : The animation is so good, even though the storyline is typical for a light novel adaptation. I'm hooked with the relationship of the main female and male protagonist, and since the LN is not translated yet, I'll keep watching this one too.

The next anime on my list is probably Shirokuma cafe. Some people say it is underrated yet it is really good.

naruto-niichan

May 29, 2012, 10:06 AM

Kara no Kyoukai : I was only able to watch the 1st movie yesterday, and it seems the sequence of the movie is so random. No character information, no background of the story, very little information. Oh well, probably they will reveal it in the 2nd movie.

It's slowly progressing, slowly. The second one will most likely raise more questions than solve them. All 7 of them together are great, even though there still are some things left unanswered. You can expect things to get interesting with the third movie, while the 5th movie definitely is the highlight. It's the only one that made me completely :zomg and is rated as the best of the seven. The 6th one will definitely be a downer while the 7th one is a good finish. Not sure if I can recommend you the epiloque, they tried to solve some questions there but personally I found it really boring.

MattC302

May 29, 2012, 05:37 PM

I'm watching Nodame Cantabile. I had planned on reading the manga for a while, but never got around to it. I was in the anime mood and saw this available on demand, so I checked out the first two episodes. It started off a little slow, but I really like the characters, and it has a really good sense of comedy that I wasn't expecting.

Schabrak

May 29, 2012, 05:58 PM

So would you recomend to watch them in the release order or the time-line one? I've only seen the first one a couple years back, but I don't want to "waste" so many hours, when there are two different ways to enjoy it.

phio_chan

May 30, 2012, 04:07 AM

Yes, I watched it yesterday. I was expecting sneak peek which is related to the movie or background of the character developed in the OVA, but since It barely gives us any new information, I think the OVA is pretty much just an extra. Nonetheless, I'm glad that they didn't leave the "hole" in the 24th episode between Okabe and Kurisu open, tho. If the OVA is a closure, I wonder what kind of original plot that is going to be used in the movie, I hope they won't use different casts.

I caught 'episode 25' a while ago, not sure if it is actually the same with OVA meant here? Anyway, I'm glad you tried Steins;Gate as it was an awesome series and definitely worth the watch (although can be confusing at times with all the time jump and plot twists XD).

I'm watching Nodame Cantabile. I had planned on reading the manga for a while, but never got around to it. I was in the anime mood and saw this available on demand, so I checked out the first two episodes. It started off a little slow, but I really like the characters, and it has a really good sense of comedy that I wasn't expecting.

So would you recomend to watch them in the release order or the time-line one? I've only seen the first one a couple years back, but I don't want to "waste" so many hours, when there are two different ways to enjoy it.

Two different ways to enjoy it, I think you're referring to manga and live action? :p

Nodame Cantabile is an interesting series. At least from what I saw in the TV drama. The anime is longer, thus I believe it can provide more insight to character and plot development according to the manga. I heard it stays true to the manga as much as possible too. I recommend the anime or live action since you can hear the music there, makes the whole series more alive, and funny to see the interaction of Chiaki and Nodame mainly but also with other characters.

I don't know the difference in release order or timeline one, but choose one from the three format available for this series. Perhaps reading the manga as addition. I wasn't a big fan of the art so I didn't try the manga and anime. :P

Schabrak

May 30, 2012, 04:52 AM

Two different ways to enjoy it, I think you're referring to manga and live action? :p
No I meant this, the chronological order of the series and the release order. My attention span is short as it is, watching it in the release order won't probably let be go through the movies in one go.

Kara no Kyoukai 2: Satsujin Kousatsu (Part 1) (August 1995 - March 1996)
Kara no Kyoukai 7: Satsujin Kousatsu (Part 2)
Kara no Kyoukai 4: Garan no Dou (June 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 3: Tsuukaku Zanryuu (July 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 1: Fukan Fuukei (September 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 5: Mujun Rasen (November 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 6: Boukyaku Rokuon (January 1999)

naruto-niichan

May 30, 2012, 12:03 PM

No I meant this, the chronological order of the series and the release order. My attention span is short as it is, watching it in the release order won't probably let be go through the movies in one go.

Kara no Kyoukai 2: Satsujin Kousatsu (Part 1) (August 1995 - March 1996)
Kara no Kyoukai 7: Satsujin Kousatsu (Part 2)
Kara no Kyoukai 4: Garan no Dou (June 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 3: Tsuukaku Zanryuu (July 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 1: Fukan Fuukei (September 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 5: Mujun Rasen (November 1998)
Kara no Kyoukai 6: Boukyaku Rokuon (January 1999)

Phio probably thought you were talking about Nodame because your post is right after Matts. I thought you were talking about it at first too XD

Looks like you already know quite a bit. I prefer the release order because it keeps the mystery more intense and that's one of the biggest charms of the movie series, at least that's how I felt. On the other hand you have to do quite a bit of thinking and have the timeline in mind to not get confused. Watching the 6th as the last one might be bad too, you will most likely finish the series with a disappointing feeling (because it's definitely the worst of the series). It's definitely easier to watch it according to the timeline though.

Personally I always want to watch a series how it was supposed to be, f.ex. I never watched Haruhi but I heard it's something similar to Kara, where the episodes aren't in chronological order. Some people wanted to know which episodes they need to watch in order to get the right chronological order right at the start and that's something I wouldn't do because this special/feature/or whatever you want to call it is part of the series and it's charm.

Zeltrax

May 30, 2012, 08:16 PM

Hmm...now I'm interested in watching Kara...might be worth the go when I'm reading the convo over here :p
What exactly should I expect in kara?

Doraku

May 31, 2012, 11:18 AM

It's slowly progressing, slowly. The second one will most likely raise more questions than solve them. All 7 of them together are great, even though there still are some things left unanswered. You can expect things to get interesting with the third movie, while the 5th movie definitely is the highlight. It's the only one that made me completely :zomg and is rated as the best of the seven. The 6th one will definitely be a downer while the 7th one is a good finish. Not sure if I can recommend you the epiloque, they tried to solve some questions there but personally I found it really boring.

I guess I didn't have patience when I watched the first one. I found the translation of the novels, so I'll stick with the novel first then move to the Anime. :p I still don't understand why they released movies adaptation with random sequence, though (for novels, I can see the reason why).

I caught 'episode 25' a while ago, not sure if it is actually the same with OVA meant here? Anyway, I'm glad you tried Steins;Gate as it was an awesome series and definitely worth the watch (although can be confusing at times with all the time jump and plot twists XD).

Yes, the so called "episode 25" is a Bluray bonus or something like that. Indeed, it is an awesome anime adaptation, best one in recent years. I would rank it in my personal top 15 lists. I had to keep pencil and paper while watching it, once it goes crazy with time skip and twists, so I could watch it in one go :XD.

Hmm...now I'm interested in watching Kara...might be worth the go when I'm reading the convo over here :p
What exactly should I expect in kara?
Errr... a chick with supernatural power? you have to watch at least two movies in one go, I'd say, so you didn't get confused like I did.

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It turns out Shirokuma cafe is better than I expected. Underrated series, indeed.

naruto-niichan

May 31, 2012, 11:55 AM

Hmm...now I'm interested in watching Kara...might be worth the go when I'm reading the convo over here :p
What exactly should I expect in kara?

Hard to explain, really. You can expect supernatural powers, a lot of them. It's not like there's a huge bunch of guys but the supernatural is a constant theme in Kara, mostly because of the main protagonist Ryougi Shiki. "Chick with supernatural powers" doesn't describe her well though, she's a deep character and the mysteries are mostly revolving around her. The setting is pretty dark so don't fear any "Shounen supernatural" story. In a way it's similar to Higurashi no Naku Koro ni because questions will probably start to pile up until the 4th/5th movie and it's by no way easy to understand everything.

I know you like mysteries so this definitely something for you, just don't expect to be satisfied with every movie (like I said, you can only truly appreciate them if you watched all of them). The 5th movie is still one of the best japanese movies I have watched.
It should be mentioned that the series was created by the founder of TYPE-MOON, which created Fate/Stay Night etc. if I'm not mistaken.

@Doraku the movies just stayed truthfull to the novel, something I really appreciate. If the novel isn't following the chronological order, why should the movies do? Like I said, it's part of it's charm

junjun2

June 07, 2012, 09:18 PM

New anime titled "KINGDOM" started this week in Japan. Its manga has been published in Young JUMP since 2006, but it's actually shounen-taste manga. KINGDOM is rated No.1 in Young Jump EVERY WEEK.
If you love typical shounen manga like DragonBall and Hokuto-no-ken, I assure that you'll love KINGDOM.

Kingdom Episode 1 link
http://www.animecrazy.net/kingdom-episode-1/294633/1/20

the first episode might be not interesting for you, but it'll be getting better and better. It's pity that the manga is not translated much.

MattC302

June 15, 2012, 03:01 AM

I just watched Ghost in the Shell 2.0 and now I am watching GITS:Individual Eleven. After that, I'm going to watch GITS:The Laughing Man, and then GITS:Solid State Society.

Asarii

June 20, 2012, 12:55 PM

Schabrak

June 20, 2012, 01:15 PM

Started C when it was airing, but seemed to be mediocre and reviews confirmed that thought. Had a great experience with Ergo Proxy still.

Catching up with the Fairy Tail filler right now, typical filler, but it has a decent amount of humor in it to keep watching. Pleasantly surprised with Nazo no Kanojo X, can't wait for the next episode, it has a wonderful mix of oldschool art, romance, comedy and ecchi. Also saved up a couple episodes of Aquarion EVOL to make the final a bit more exciting. Just let this be the only season please, the designs were either to cliche or pretty crap for many characters. The most important one comes at the end, THORA's Gundam Unicorn 5 release for tonight. :D

http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/3935/ftfiller.png

edit: Done with Gundam, wow, this is how movies should be, breautiful art, tolerable usage of 3D elements, lovely design and a while a typical MSG story, still exciting to see how it unfolds. Sunrise are evil for ending it on a cliffhanger like that! :gwah

MattC302

June 20, 2012, 01:37 PM

I watched 'Tokyo Godfathers' the other day. It was a really good movie. Too bad Satoshi Kon died. He was a great film maker.

naruto-niichan

June 20, 2012, 03:53 PM

I recently came across a still of Ergo Proxy so I've become interested in watching it. Another original series I'd like to watch are C (which I couldn't watch while it was airing) and Darker than Black. Unless the anime was much better than the manga/novel it was based on, I'd rather watch an original.

My to-watch list keeps growing. D:

I agree with Schabrak, C was rather average. An interesting concept nonetheless, I enjoyed it despite the rushed ending. You can check it out but don't expect anything great. Darker than Black is must-watch though, incredible first season. The OVA's closing the gap between the first and second season are fabulous too, the second season is kind of disappointing but by no means bad, it's rather... you will get what I mean should you watch it. I still hope Bones will create a third season at some point, the story isn't anywhere completed :(

Schabrak

June 20, 2012, 04:55 PM

I could recommend Accel World, futuristic mix of a real and MMO world with the possibility to shift into a virtual reality where you are much faster than humanly possible. Be warned though, there are only robotic characters in the fighting world. Animation and quality is very good, but that wasn't a problem with C too. ^^

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OT37KpoWGQ

Asarii

June 26, 2012, 11:34 PM

Started C when it was airing, but seemed to be mediocre and reviews confirmed that thought. Had a great experience with Ergo Proxy still.
Aww, it's too bad about C.

I'm only on the second episode of Ergo Proxy so far, and it's pretty interesting! I like the character design of Lil/Re-l and the cyberpunk setting.

I agree with Schabrak, C was rather average. An interesting concept nonetheless, I enjoyed it despite the rushed ending. You can check it out but don't expect anything great.
Yeah, I'll probably watch an episode or two to see if it captures my attention. If not, I'll pass and watch something else instead.

Darker than Black is must-watch though, incredible first season. The OVA's closing the gap between the first and second season are fabulous too, the second season is kind of disappointing but by no means bad, it's rather... you will get what I mean should you watch it. I still hope Bones will create a third season at some point, the story isn't anywhere completed :(
I've heard lots of good things about this anime, and now I'm super intrigued because you like it too! :XD The plot seems really detailed since there's an OVA and a second season.

yukihime03

July 05, 2012, 10:22 PM

I think I am going to watch Hakuouki Reimeroku an of course, I'm starting to watch Arcana Famiglia. :wtf

naruto-niichan

July 08, 2012, 07:24 AM

Currently watching Arcana Famiglia and Sword Art Online. The first is okay, I expect some light entertainment but that's it.
Really liked the first episode of Sword Art, looks very promising so that's something I will definitely watch until the end :nod

Doraku

July 09, 2012, 09:47 AM

Call me late but I just finished Fate/Zero season II. The quality of the anime is superb, love the OP & ED and of course the plot. I should not underestimate Gen Urobuchi's way of storytelling. Honestly I think this anime is much better than its sequel Fate/Stay Night. I haven't watch Unlimited Blade Works or play the visual novel, so my opinion might be not reliable.

Ustegius

July 10, 2012, 12:09 AM

So, this season I picked up;

- Arcana Famiglia; Reverse harem with a bad flow, silly methods of exposition and poor character introductions. And the preview of 2 episode killed it completly - the hunt for a lost cat... Dropped it right away.
- Sword Art Online; Looked good. Setting not too unique, but the death thing gives it some edge. Some minor plotholes and I didn't find the start that interesting, but it certainly seems like something worth following for atleast a couple more episodes.
- Moyashimon Returns; Solid return of the wonderfully hilarious series. Not exactly a triumphic comeback, but still nice. Quite fact heavy episode and I doubt that any new watcher gets anything out of really. The charm is in the characters.
-Natsuyuki Rendezvous; Nice relaxed pace, this series will not prolly be a rollercoast of emotions with constant heart wrenching twists. Feels like it will build the mood in its own pace. Looked quite nice too. Not my genre really though and I didn't find the actual story that interesting, so not sure if I'm gonna follow it further.
-Jinrui wa Suita Shimashita; Goes in the category "What the hell did I just watch"-anime. In a good sense though. The first episode was on the borderline on that, but the second episode delivered hilariously in the creepy yet cute randomness. From my point of view the best series of the season this far, or atleast best episode. Now that the first story is done, the question remains wheter it can keep presenting all the weirdness in a matter that it could be seen in positive light.

Asarii

July 24, 2012, 10:45 PM

Right now I'm a third of a way through Serial Experiments Lain. I know it's a well-praised anime, but I'm not really feeling it since I spoiled myself watching faster paced shows. (It has also been a while since I've watched something with a '90s animation style.) Nevertheless I'll keep watching to at least the halfway mark.

Lomahongva

July 25, 2012, 03:10 AM

I recently watched the movie Millenium Actress. I found it excellent: a high quality animation, interesting plot and enjoyable characters!! I really recommend it to everyone.

And now, I'll watch Hakuouki Reimeiroku from this anime season. I watched the previous two seasons and I'm a bit curious abut this 3rd season, which is the prequel.

I'm going to pick up Natsuyuki Rendezvous. It wasn't my intention at first but once I watched the OP, I felt it could be an interesting choice. And I think I'll give a try to La Storia della Arcana Famiglia. It could be entertaiment.

Jammin

July 25, 2012, 10:52 AM

I recently watched the first 3 episodes of Sword Art Online. I'm enjoying it however I find the way it's constantly jumping forward over big stretches of time(using a date/floor stamp to give chronological and geographical perspective) cuts into my enjoyment a good bit, but everything else about the series seems quite good.

I plan to catch up one Eureka Seven AO next. I stopped at about episode 10 and I want to catch up but I'm almost afraid to; because the pacing and storytelling aspect of that series seemed like it was absolutely falling apart. Don't suppose anybody watches that and can tell me if my fears are justified or not?

Schabrak

July 25, 2012, 11:56 AM

Jammin

July 25, 2012, 12:19 PM

SAO isn't about the leveling aspect, don't even think about it being so. From now on it will be side-stories until floor
74, which isn't far from the end by itself.
It lacks compared to the LN, so give it a try if you have some free time and to much interest into the series. The third episode was bad compared to what I've read.Leveling aspect? I don't quite understand what you mean.

I was referring to character story pacing for example....

Episode 2 ended with the beating of the boss on floor 1 on December 2nd 2022 and episode 3 started with him suddenly joining a guild on floor 11 on April 8th 2022. That's a HUGE chunk of a character's life that got glossed over without any transitional content. It seems so sudden to me that when I first saw that episode I thought I was actually watching episode 4 or something. And in the midst of that episode it did so much time skipping around that it ended up on December 23rd 2023.

It's that hopping around I don't like as it risks undermining my connection to the characters. I'd say episode 3 held together, because of the quality of the individual story of the episode, but it was absolutely a mark against it.

And unfortunately I can't click your spoiler tag because I do NOT want to know "when it ends", "how it ends", or "how it relates to the novel". I am anti-spoiler. My thoughts and opinions are going to be based on the anime, and the anime alone, because that's what I'm watching.

Schabrak

July 25, 2012, 02:04 PM

Jammin

July 25, 2012, 02:49 PM

In the main story there is literally nearly no character development aside from Kirito and Asuna and that's marginal at best too. All that was there is the flashback of the contents of episode 3. So I don't really expect much from the side stories, will watch it anyway.

Much is told from his perspective[descriptions etc], this is where the anime will lack Imo. You could at least try and only so far that it wont get into the way of the Anime content.

Sword Art Online thread (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/77591-Featured-Sword-Art-Online) - Order to read (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/77591-Featured-Sword-Art-Online?p=2959849&viewfull=1#post2959849)I'm very much aware that the light novels are out there if I wished to read them, and I read very fast so it wouldn't even take me long, but I do not want to do that. The only thing that interests me is the anime.

I'm not watching the anime adaptation as a compliment to another telling of the story I'm watching it so that IT can tell me the story. If I feel interested enough I may read the novels after the series completely finished but I certainly won't be reading it before.

Which is why any information from, or about, the novels is something I do not want. I feel the same way about the Monogatari series and Toaru Majutsu no Index.

naruto-niichan

July 25, 2012, 04:42 PM

Currently watching Mushishi and I'm really enjoying. Wasn't so sure because of the episodic concept but everyone new case is able to totally capture me and feel with the characters. Ginko is an awesome main character as well, probably one of the best shows I've watched in a while.

I'm going to pick up Natsuyuki Rendezvous. It wasn't my intention at first but once I watched the OP, I felt it could be an interesting choice. And I think I'll give a try to La Storia della Arcana Famiglia. It could be entertaiment.

Pretty sure you will enjoy it :nod I'm watching it and to me it feels like it could be one of the best shows of the season. Arcana Famiglia on the other hand was a huge disappointment, not sure if it's worth your time :s

Asarii

August 03, 2012, 12:28 AM

Mushishi is on my to-watch list as well. :)
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I finished Serial Experiments Lain a few days ago. Before I start a new series, however, I'm going to finish Nurarihyon: Sennen Makyou and the first season of Sket Dance- both of which I've put on hold for months.

phio_chan

August 05, 2012, 10:11 AM

I have returned! ... More or less. I need to catch up with series I'm following: SAO and Hyouka. Also finished downloading Higurashi no Naku Koro ni during my absence, so I'll check that out soon. :D

naruto-niichan

August 08, 2012, 05:40 PM

Recently watched Tokyo Godfathers and Paprika which I enjoyed a lot, way more than I thought I would. Both have this very interesting strangeness to it but they're really well-done and always have a nice mix of romance, action and eyecatchers.

Mushishi is on my to-watch list as well. :)
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I finished Serial Experiments Lain a few days ago. Before I start a new series, however, I'm going to finish Nurarihyon: Sennen Makyou and the first season of Sket Dance- both of which I've put on hold for months.

Mushishi is really good, I'm sure you will enjoy it :nod

On another note you should really catch up with the Sket Dance anime, I'm really loving it. If they continue like this it won't take long until they reach the last scanlated chapters.

I have returned! ... More or less. I need to catch up with series I'm following: SAO and Hyouka. Also finished downloading Higurashi no Naku Koro ni during my absence, so I'll check that out soon. :D

You need some real patience for Higurashi but keep going, I assure you it will turn out really awesome! :mono

Asarii

August 15, 2012, 10:24 PM

Mushishi is really good, I'm sure you will enjoy it :nod

On another note you should really catch up with the Sket Dance anime, I'm really loving it. If they continue like this it won't take long until they reach the last scanlated chapters.
I can't wait to watch it then! :zomg Apparently the manga is really good as well.

I really should. :XD I thought the Sket Dance anime would only be a season long so I'm glad they're covering more chapters in the second season.

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I watched the first episodes of Mushishi, Polar Bear Cafe and Samurai Champloo.

I chose Mushishi because Niichan recommended it (as you can see above), Polar Bear Cafe because of Sakurai Takahiro it has animals in it, and Samurai Champloo because it was produced by Manglobe- a studio I've become interested in after watching and loving Ergo Proxy.

I'm also planning on watching Last Exile and Witch Hunter Robin.

phio_chan

August 15, 2012, 11:42 PM

You need some real patience for Higurashi but keep going, I assure you it will turn out really awesome! :mono

Indeed, now I see what you meant there. I'm already halfway through it, 13 more episodes to go. It feels even a bit slower and vague compared to Umineko, but I'm still curious. I'm hoping to finish it soon. XD

After Higurashi, besides my regular anime, I'm planning to try Fate/Zero series and Elfen Lied. What is this Mushishi about, by the way? :D

naruto-niichan

August 16, 2012, 10:26 AM

I can't wait to watch it then! :zomg Apparently the manga is really good as well.

I really should. :XD I thought the Sket Dance anime would only be a season long so I'm glad they're covering more chapters in the second season.

I watched the first episodes of Mushishi, Polar Bear Cafe and Samurai Champloo.

I chose Mushishi because Niichan recommended it (as you can see above), Polar Bear Cafe because of Sakurai Takahiro it has animals in it, and Samurai Champloo because it was produced by Manglobe- a studio I've become interested in after watching and loving Ergo Proxy.

I'm also planning on watching Last Exile and Witch Hunter Robin.

I've read the manga too, the anime leaves out quite a few cases but in the end it doesn't matter too much because the whole thing is episodic. Both are great.

And I'm glad too, really enjoying the Sket Dance anime :nod at this point I feel like they will go all the way and really

They just reached the point where two new student council members join/Agata and Shinba leave.

It's not that far from the scanlations anymore.

What's your impression on the three series?

Indeed, now I see what you meant there. I'm already halfway through it, 13 more episodes to go. It feels even a bit slower and vague compared to Umineko, but I'm still curious. I'm hoping to finish it soon. XD

After Higurashi, besides my regular anime, I'm planning to try Fate/Zero series and Elfen Lied. What is this Mushishi about, by the way? :D

LOL sorry vio but do you know that there is a second season (called Higurashi no naku koro ni kai)? The second season is actually the one that will give you all the answers and close the case. Season 1 clears quite a few things at the end but it still leaves you with a loooot of questions. Second season is great though so don't worry.

Mushishi is something without action and/or great plot twists but explores (human) life and it's themes in an excellent way.

Read the description here for the basic plot: http://myanimelist.net/anime/457/Mushishi

phio_chan

August 16, 2012, 10:57 AM

naruto-niichan

August 16, 2012, 11:07 AM

Mushishi sounds interesting! I'm in the mood of slice-of-life series at the moment, be it manga or anime, so I'll add that to my to-watch list. :thumbs

Asa-chan, I don't know which Last Exile you are referring to. A while ago I tried to watch Last Exile The Silver Wing and ended up dropping it since I found it somehow boring. Not sure if there is another Last Exile before that one.

:thumbs

that's the one we both didn't enjoy right? :s there's actually a prequel called just "Last Exile" but I heard it's not really that great too. Can't judge but from my experience with Fam the silver Wing I actually believe it :/

Asarii

August 18, 2012, 12:31 AM

I've read the manga too, the anime leaves out quite a few cases but in the end it doesn't matter too much because the whole thing is episodic. Both are great.

And I'm glad too, really enjoying the Sket Dance anime :nod at this point I feel like they will go all the way and really

They just reached the point where two new student council members join/Agata and Shinba leave.

It's not that far from the scanlations anymore.
It's good to hear that the manga is worthing checking out as well. :) Since the format is episodic, I can probably get away with reading only the cases that aren't animated.

I can't believe they already found seiyuus for Kiri and Usami! :gwah I just finished watching Happy Rebirthday.

Sket Dance has been more or less filler-free so far, but the anime will have to add some soon if they continue at this pace.

What's your impression on the three series?
Mushishi: The quaint setting reminds me of Mononokehime because of the natural/spiritual motifs. I like Ginko already, which is a good thing since he'll be the only character that's sticking around. (I think.)

Polar Bear Cafe: It's cute! I have a feeling that this one will be an episodic series as well. Unlike Mushishi, however, the episodes will simply be fluff.

Samurai Champloo: I've heard a lot of praises for it so I'm trying to find out what all the fuss is about. The first episode simply told how the main characters met each other; I don't think the actual story will happen until the next one.

Asa-chan, I don't know which Last Exile you are referring to. A while ago I tried to watch Last Exile The Silver Wing and ended up dropping it since I found it somehow boring. Not sure if there is another Last Exile before that one.
I'm watching the one that's just called "Last Exile". The Silver Wing is the second season so perhaps that's why you didn't enjoy it. ;) (TBH I was having trouble getting through the first episode. I'll try to watch 1/4 of it at least to form an opinion.)

naruto-niichan

August 19, 2012, 04:22 AM

It's good to hear that the manga is worthing checking out as well. :) Since the format is episodic, I can probably get away with reading only the cases that aren't animated.

Sket Dance has been more or less filler-free so far, but the anime will have to add some soon if they continue at this pace.

Yup, that's not a problem. IIRC the last case (in the manga) isn't in the anime too so you can go and check the ending :XD I have to say that there were cases (in both anime and manga) which bored me a bit too though, while others were just awesome.

True, they added some stuff here and there but I can't recall more than two or three episodes which had a complete filler case for half an episode :/ they're still not that close but I agree, at this pace they will have to start including more.

Mushishi: The quaint setting reminds me of Mononokehime because of the natural/spiritual motifs. I like Ginko already, which is a good thing since he'll be the only character that's sticking around. (I think.)

Mononokehime? :o
And yeah, there are two (I think :s) other characters who are involved more than once but most people just appear for one time and will never be seen again. Ginko does get his backstory though, so you will start to learn more about him :nod

Asarii

August 22, 2012, 06:54 PM

Yup, that's not a problem. IIRC the last case (in the manga) isn't in the anime too so you can go and check the ending :XD I have to say that there were cases (in both anime and manga) which bored me a bit too though, while others were just awesome.

True, they added some stuff here and there but I can't recall more than two or three episodes which had a complete filler case for half an episode :/ they're still not that close but I agree, at this pace they will have to start including more.
Awesome! :super It's nice to skip around knowing that I won't get spoiled. I understand about some cases being more interesting than others. There are separate characters and stories so things will appeal differently to people. :)

It's actually pretty surprising for a long-running anime like Sket Dance. Usually at this point there would have been several fillers by now. Although I quite like the small changes that do occur so I don't think fillers will be a bad thing.

Mononokehime? :o
And yeah, there are two (I think :s) other characters who are involved more than once but most people just appear for one time and will never be seen again. Ginko does get his backstory though, so you will start to learn more about him :nod
Princess Mononoke? It's the Ghibli film. :XD They both deal with spirituality and nature so I thought that was similar.

I can't wait to learn more about Ginko. Even though the story is set in historical Japan, I wonder why he has white hair. :/ (Or maybe it's simply a character design thing.)

naruto-niichan

August 27, 2012, 10:37 AM

Currently watching Suzumiya Haruhi not Yuutsu and I'm enjoying it way more than I thought. I watch it in the original release order and not the chronological one, which turns out to be a pretty good decision (and was a a real nice idea by the producers).

Awesome! :super It's nice to skip around knowing that I won't get spoiled. I understand about some cases being more interesting than others. There are separate characters and stories so things will appeal differently to people. :)

It's a nice thing but on the other hand I usually couldn't watch more than 3 episodes a day because there's no overall plot. That's not a bad thing but you get kind of tired after watching a few episodes (at least that's the way I felt) - it has no real action, plot twists and similar stuff which is a good thing, because it makes you think about the content a lot, but is a bad thing for those who want to be entertained with the rather usual formula.

It's actually pretty surprising for a long-running anime like Sket Dance. Usually at this point there would have been several fillers by now. Although I quite like the small changes that do occur so I don't think fillers will be a bad thing.

That's true, it's pretty surprising o_o I just hope it only gets a new time slot and doesn't end when the new Gintama eps are released.

Princess Mononoke? It's the Ghibli film. :XD They both deal with spirituality and nature so I thought that was similar.

Oh yeah lol :facepalm I know that movie, it has been ages since I watched it though. It's similar in a way, yes.

I can't wait to learn more about Ginko. Even though the story is set in historical Japan, I wonder why he has white hair. :/ (Or maybe it's simply a character design thing.)

No there's a plot reason ;)

Asarii

August 27, 2012, 11:31 PM

Niichan, I continued our Mushishi conversation over here (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/9683-Mushishi?p=2999002#post2999002). :p[hr]My goal is to watch well-received shows from a short (or long) time ago so I've started on Witch Hunter Robin. I'm still trying to remember all the character's names. :^_^

Jammin

August 30, 2012, 09:39 PM

I've been catching up on Eureka Seven AO. I've come to the conclusion that it's inferior to the original in every single way possible but I'm still watching it so I guess it's not all bad. I'm grateful to the show if for no other reason that it caused me to watch the original Eureka Seven again. I was a little afraid that it wouldn't be as good as I remembered but it totally was. Music, characters, inspired animation; it really was the complete package.

The only other thing I'm watching is Sword Art Online, which I'm enjoying thus far.

Is there anything else out there that anyone wants to recommend?

My goal is to watch well-received shows from a short (or long) time ago so I've started on Witch Hunter Robin. I'm still trying to remember all the character's names. :^_^I watched the dub of that on Adult Swim at one point and enjoyed it a great deal; not one of my all time favorites but still a good show.

phio_chan

August 31, 2012, 09:09 AM

I'm trying to continue Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai after finishing the first part, as well as Fate/Stay Night after clearing Fate/Zero. I don't know what to expect from Kai though so many positive reviews I have seen for it (the first part is still a bit confusing and I've only seen one episode of Kai XD). As for Fate/Stay Night, it doesn't seem as good as first season but we'll see.

naruto-niichan

September 02, 2012, 03:27 AM

Finished the first season of Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu. I'm probably really late with watching the show but it was absolutely great. Now on to watch the second season and then the film.

I'm trying to continue Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai after finishing the first part, as well as Fate/Stay Night after clearing Fate/Zero. I don't know what to expect from Kai though so many positive reviews I have seen for it (the first part is still a bit confusing and I've only seen one episode of Kai XD). As for Fate/Stay Night, it doesn't seem as good as first season but we'll see.

You will get all your answers in Kai phio-chin, only a few episodes into the second season and you will already understand a lot :nod it's better than the first one or more like the first one was a build-up for the second.

Doraku

September 09, 2012, 05:51 AM

Okay, I'm just catching up with 10 episodes of Kokoro Connect (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kokoro_Connect). Ignoring the recent off screen drama, technically, the animation quality is not special, but story wise, this Anime surpasses my expectation. I thought I would get a cliche slice-of-life daily school since the premise of the story is not really that strong to attract my interest, but in fact a good execution can produce such an impressive result. With 7 episodes left, I hope this anime won't disappoint me once it ends.

naruto-niichan

September 09, 2012, 10:15 AM

Finished The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya movie. God this was epic, should have watched that long ago. The drama, the comedy, the suspense, everything was just plain awesome~

Now I really wish they would animate the rest of the novels.

MattC302

September 13, 2012, 11:14 PM

I just started watching 'Kids on the Slope'. Three episodes in and I am loving it. I might start reading the manga.

hoeru

September 14, 2012, 04:45 AM

Either Paprika or Eden of the East... The BDs just arrived. :D

Any recommendation which to take first?

naruto-niichan

September 14, 2012, 07:58 AM

Either Paprika or Eden of the East... The BDs just arrived. :D

Any recommendation which to take first?

I would definitely go with Paprika. Weird, special and awesome. Who needs Inception when you can watch Paprika :hee

Eden of the East.. do you mean everything, including the series and the two movies? I watched all three but while it was enjoyable, it had it's boring moments. I do not want to spoil you but you prolly shouldn't expect that much of it, it's an okay/good watch.

Jammin

September 14, 2012, 10:40 PM

I'm completely caught up on Eureka Seven AO now and I feel compelled to tell anyone who might be even slightly interested do yourself a favor and just stay away. As much as I loved Eureka Seven, and as much respect as I have for the studio BONES, after 20 episodes it has become painfully apparent that this is just not good in any way.

I'm genuinely trying to think of something nice to say about it right now and I can't think of anything; that's how bad it is. Wait...I got something! The first episode was really good....That's all I got.:p

It's sorta surprising to me that BONES would put out something so devoid of quality of any kind. Their work is usually so reliable.:blink

Asarii

October 10, 2012, 10:58 PM

For some odd reason I'm halfway through Inuyasha: Kanketsu-hen. Inuyasha was my first ever fandom for anime/manga so there's a huge rush of nostalgia watching it. The first couple of episodes were awfully fast-paced, but right now things are stabilizing itself. I noticed that the animation is slightly different from the original; the character design seems closer to Rumiko's art style.

Since I'm going through a seiyuu phase again, I want to watch Le Chavlier d'Eon where Narita Ken is voicing one of the main characters.

Limit

October 10, 2012, 11:10 PM

Other than the anime's I'm watching during the fall season, I'm currently watching BD's of Baccano!, yeah I know I'm late but it's waaaaay better than I thought it would be. I should have watched it before DRRR!. That and I'm watching bd's of index, it's been on my watching list for a while so I gave it a try, plus I'm catching up to the sket dance anime now that it's done.

MattC302

October 13, 2012, 12:57 AM

I don't typically watch much anime, but lately I've been in the mood for it.

I've seen 26 episodes of Space Brothers, and I really adore this show. I think it's really well done.

After that, I watched the first 5 episodes of Giant Killing. I'm kind of bored with it though. I don't even really like soccer and I don't care much about the characters yet. I'll give it a few more episodes.

Another anime I've recently tried is Natsuyuki Rendezvous. It's decent so far, but I think I would like it more without the supernatural element.

And finally, I just watched the first episode of Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun, which I thought was very promising.

phio_chan

October 13, 2012, 03:53 AM

For me myself, I find this year's Fall to be an interesting season. If you click on my MAL link you can see how I'm trying to check all the titles aired lately: K, Zetsuen no Tempest, Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun, Robotic;Notes, Psycho-Pass, and so on. Aside from that I'm still in the process of completing Full Metal Panic! Second Raid. Its progress is hindered by Natsume Yuujinchou, though. I like that series as well, fun and lovely for me (thanks yuki for the recommendation lol).

Eden of the East.. do you mean everything, including the series and the two movies? I watched all three but while it was enjoyable, it had it's boring moments. I do not want to spoil you but you prolly shouldn't expect that much of it, it's an okay/good watch.

I was recommended to watch Higashi no Eden ( = Eden of the East ) by a friend previously. I watched 2-3 first episodes, dropped it, re-started it again, and finished it although with not less questions than when I started. The basic idea was still confusing for me, I couldn't really enjoy it. :s

And finally, I just watched the first episode of Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun, which I thought was very promising.

I think Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun is a refreshing series. You laugh, but you can also see and feel the message and changes to the characters and their world. I really love that part of the series.

Lomahongva

October 17, 2012, 05:47 AM

Natsume Yuujinchou is really a beautiful series. I only discovered it recently but it has become one of my favourite series. It's so delicate and lovely and heartmoving... I like a lot Natsume and how he opens himself to the world: he finally has people that he can call friends and a warm home... Also I like nyanko-sensei, he's so adorable and imposive at the same time... And you can feel how the really appreciates Natsume although he's constantly deniying it XD

foxinthestars

October 19, 2012, 05:25 PM

I'm watching Natsume Yuujinchou now, too, actually. I had seen the first season of it about a year ago and loved it but for some reason let it fall by the wayside and just now got back to it...

Earlier this month I also watched 07-Ghost and really enjoyed it.

It's only been this year that I really started watching the current seasons. This time I'm watching Psycho-Pass, Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun, Sukitte Ii na yo, and my favorites so far are Zetsuen no Tempest and Shin Sekai Yori.

Kaiten

October 21, 2012, 11:59 AM

I'm watching three shows this season: Chu2byo (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/79408-Chu-2-byo-demo-Koi-ga-Shitai!), Shinsekai Yori (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/78983-Shinsekai-yori-%28From-the-new-World%29), and Robotics;Notes (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/79227-Robotics-Notes). I'm not sure about Robptics;Notes yet. Only two episodes have aired and not much has happened yet. Shinsekai Yori is developing into an excellent show; the first two episodes are a little slow, but the pace picks up by episode four. Chu2byo is epic! By the same director, fans of Haruhi Suzumiya will love it.

I also caught up with Sword Art Online. A good show worth watching, but not a favorite of mine. The romance aspect of the series was flawlessly executed, but the stories pacing has occasionally been questionable. Since catching up with SAO, I started watching Mawaru Penguindrum (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10721/Mawaru_Penguindrum). An outstanding series, one I am enjoying greatly. Very intelligent, and more than a little trippy. Finally I watched Ghibli's From up on Poppy Hill (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10029/Kokurikozaka_kara), a movie I could not recommend more, a heartwarming story about family, coming to grips with the past, preserving history, and accepting the future.

foxinthestars

October 21, 2012, 08:49 PM

I just watched From Up on Poppy Hill the other day myself, and I also heartily recommend it. It is a very sweet story, and I loved the nostalgic texture.

Also agree on Shin Sekai Yori. I liked the slow pace of the early episodes in its way, getting us settled into the worldbuilding and taking the time to gather lurking menace, but now it's hit the fan and I can't wait for the next ep!

Yesterday I watched King of Thorns and enjoyed it. The use of cel-shaded CGI on some of the action scenes was painfully obvious, but it was fun horror/suspense, and of all things I thought might be the "twist" it turned out to be something different entirely.

FaustXIII

October 24, 2012, 03:18 PM

Finished watching Hyouka :super
http://www.animeseason.com/hyouka/

Watching:
Hunter x Hunter 2011
Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun

Planning to Watch:
Deadman Wonderland
Jojo (2012)
Toaru Majutsu no Index

Asarii

October 25, 2012, 10:02 PM

I'm still watching Inuyasha: Kanketsu-hen. Sometimes I become distracted and end up watching an episode of the original. I miss cell animation!

I've started on Psycho-Pass, Zetsuen no Tempest and is thinking of starting Robotics; Note. I also need to catch up with Shirokuma Cafe- by "catch up", I mean skipping around. :p

naruto-niichan

October 26, 2012, 02:40 PM

What I'm currently watching:

Zetsuen no Tempest (so-so)
Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun (one of my favourites of the season)
Sword Art Online (overrated but good)
Shinsekai Yori (slow start but now it's getting really interesting)
Robotics;Notes (hard to judge at this point but I enjoy it)
Psycho-Pass (pretty good but it could still go in both directions)
Medaka Box: Abnormal (Loving it so far, usual Medaka weirdness)
K (too much bishies and focus on looking stylish, so-so for me atm)
Jormungand Season 2 (a lot better than the first season, really entertaining so far)
Magi (one of my favourite manga and the show is doing a good job delivering the awesomeness)
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (2012) (another one of my favourites, awesomely over the top and weird)
Hunter x Hunter ( My absolute favourite at the moment, Madhouse is doing an excellent job)
Btooom! (okayish survival series)
Bakuman S3 (delivers the manga stuff in a good way, nothing exceptional though)

I'm barely able to follow all these shows :faint but if possible I will try Chuniibyo because I heard it's pretty good

k-dom

October 28, 2012, 12:15 PM

I don't know how I discovered this little pearl but now I'm having real fun watching Hanada Shounen-shi (http://bakabt.me/130504-hanada-shounen-shi-the-story-of-young-hanada-h264-480p-a-e.html). It's an old anime from 2002 (oh my god, these boy's band opening were really horrible), but that is the only bad thing so far. It reminds me a little of Gabai (http://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=13364) which I read not so long ago. If you want a really fun comedy don't hesitate to try it. Thanks to bakabt, even if it's old, the download is fast. And the animation has not aged, if you cut the sound, the opening with the pastel effects is really beautiful.

Doraku

October 28, 2012, 04:02 PM

Recapping fall series that I follow religiously weekly:

A. Gintama - Been a huge fan since the first season. No need for further explanation
B. JoJo's Bizzare Adventure - Also a huge fan of the manga since a long time ago. This is one of the anime where I could say "this is going to be so damn good" since the first episode.
C. Chu-2 Byo - My #1 pick as the best comedy of this fall. Refreshing and full of moe girls, what's not to love?
D. Psycho-Pass - I put a lot of hope for this show. This show is going to be one of the best series of this fall or the biggest flop. Either way, I'd stick with in until the end since I really like the concept.
E. Robotics;Notes - Was considering to drop this after two unimpressive episodes, but the third episode is a significant improvement. I'm going back to my commitment to watch this at least until the first cour.

Series I follow on random interval:

A. Hunter X Hunter - A fan of the manga, and the animation is really good. Unfortunately fall anime line up is too distracting.
B. Magi - Same reason with HxH.
C. Jormungand - Watched the first season, but recently I finished reading the manga so the ending of the anime would not be a surprise for me. Gotta watch this again after it's ended.
D. Shinsekai Yori - I have to put this into the postponement room since my final lineup for fall has been decided. I will watch it on 3 episodes basis.

Kaiten

October 29, 2012, 05:30 PM

I also started watching Psycho-Pass after episode two, along with Chu2byo it has been my favorite of the new season. My full list for this season:
Chu2byo (http://myanimelist.net/anime/14741/Chuunibyou_demo_Koi_ga_Shitai!)
Psycho-Pass (http://myanimelist.net/anime/13601/Psycho-Pass)
Robotics;Notes (http://myanimelist.net/anime/13599/Robotics;Notes)
Shinsekai Yori (http://myanimelist.net/anime/13125/Shinsekai_yori)
Sword Art Online (http://myanimelist.net/anime/11757/Sword_Art_Online)
I have [accidently] seen Shinsekai and Robotics;Notes spoilers, based on the novel and visual novel respectably, and feel strongly both will develop into incredibly strong shows. Chu2byo has already taken it's place among my all time favorites. Psycho-Pass has also been outstanding; action packed and intelligent. While a fun and entertaining, Sword Art Online definitely did not live up to the hype. Pacing problems and overly obvious plot twists have hurt an otherwise good show.

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I finished watching Mawaru Penguindrum (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10721/Mawaru_Penguindrum) and have begun Madoka Magica. Penguindrum was a beautifully non-linear, symbolism heavy fable about destiny, family, and the many ways peoples fate becomes entangled. A beautiful series for anyone looking for intelligent anime. Definitely a series that requires multiple viewings to fully appreciate. I'll watch again when the BD's start going on sale in the states, in late December.

Zeltrax

November 02, 2012, 06:24 AM

Finished watching Hyouka :super
http://www.animeseason.com/hyouka/

Thoughts? Did Kyoani pulled it off?

So is it better if I just completely ignore SAO since I believe Accel World to be terrible? Or should I just finish both.
Since I watched chaos;head and steins;gate, I won't passed up on robotics;note but I was hoping for a day where the vn will get localized.
Seems like besides robotics, psycho is the only worthy venture this season(or last?)

Doraku

November 02, 2012, 07:03 AM

Kaiten

November 04, 2012, 09:02 PM

I love anything and everything by 5CM Per Second director Shinkai Makoto. A Place Promised in Our Early Days is my favorite, 5CM a close second. I downloaded Hoshi wo Ou Kodomo (http://myanimelist.net/anime/9760/Hoshi_wo_Ou_Kodomo), his latest movie, but have not had the chance to watch it yet. I just finished Madoka Magica, one of the best anime I have ever watched. I am disappointed in myself for not watching it while it aired. A truly brilliant show, well deserving of all the praise it has garnered. Despite it's considerable fame, it may actually be underrated. AnoHana, a series I started, but never finished, is next. After that Hyouka, recommended to me by Doraku. A few movies may be interspersed with those two.

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There are also a few movies I am looking forward to. They are not out on BD/DVD yet, so subs still are not available: Rainbow Color Fireflies (http://myanimelist.net/anime/6219/Nijiiro_Hotaru:_Eien_no_Natsuyasumi), A Letter to Momo (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10389/Momo_e_no_Tegami), and The Wolf Children Ame and Yuki (http://myanimelist.net/anime/12355/Kodomo_no_Ame_to_Yuki).

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Tonight I watched Bungaku Shoujo (http://myanimelist.net/anime/6408/Bungaku_Shoujo), an excellent if flawed movie. The animation (by Production I.G.), acting, plot, and pacing were outstanding. Because they chose to adapt only the fifth novel character development and their relationships suffers. The supporting cast is particularly underdeveloped. The ending also could have been better, the last fifteen minutes felt tacked on and unnecessary. Book five is the most dramatic in the novel series, the story itself is well told, and the three main characters are all well developed and interesting. Not a classic, but a rewarding movie, well worth watching.

phio_chan

November 06, 2012, 01:26 AM

Thoughts? Did Kyoani pulled it off?

So is it better if I just completely ignore SAO since I believe Accel World to be terrible? Or should I just finish both.
Since I watched chaos;head and steins;gate, I won't passed up on robotics;note but I was hoping for a day where the vn will get localized.
Seems like besides robotics, psycho is the only worthy venture this season(or last?)

I think Hyouka was okay. There were some arcs, and while the beginning might be slow (like it did with S;G) we got to see more of the character development with nice twists on the plot. I think that's Hyouka's strongest point. It shows how humans change with each encounter, and it's real. The 'detective' aura adds a bit more to it. I think you should give it a try, but maybe not to expect too much on the beginning.

As for this season, R;N and P-P are good choices, IMO. They are quite potential. Other titles I want to suggest are Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun and probably Zetsuen no Tempest. Tonari is a fresh shoujo and I'm loving it so far. It just has this one different touch that makes it shoujo but also not-too-shoujo at the same time. Plot and character are strong too. ZnS is rather relative; my dear friend nii-kun here doesn't like it, while I enjoy the dark atmosphere and action of the series. The plot may be the standard "magic and logic are trying to save the world", but it's the execution that matters, and I think so far so good. Just hoping they won't turn strange like K-Project and SAO. ^^;

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I'm currently starting Mawaru Penguindrum because of Kait's review...

Happy thinking. I find it hard to understand with my slow brain but it's a good series. It pictures sides of humans in a magic, different point of view. :)

...and finished watching 5 Centimeters per Second recently. 5cm/s is a good anime movie, it's just beautiful and perfect. If you seek a mature romance anime and looking for a good one, 5 Centimeters is a must. Even when normally I don't pay attention to BGM, 5Cm/s makes me pay attention to them.

Because of you both, it's now added to my to-watch list. I've read in Wikipedia about 5cm/s before but didn't have to check it out.

On the other hand, now starting with Kara no Kyoukai after first recommended to me around 2 years ago when I first signed up here (:fail). The first two episodes are very confusing to me, in terms of plot. Perhaps I will understand more in upcoming episodes. But graphic and sound wise, I'm not disappointed at all. So much Kalafina and Kajiura-san! <33333

Doraku

November 06, 2012, 02:08 AM

Because of you both, it's now added to my to-watch list. I've read in Wikipedia about 5cm/s before but didn't have to check it out.

On the other hand, now starting with Kara no Kyoukai after first recommended to me around 2 years ago when I first signed up here (:fail). The first two episodes are very confusing to me, in terms of plot. Perhaps I will understand more in upcoming episodes. But graphic and sound wise, I'm not disappointed at all. So much Kalafina and Kajiura-san! <33333

Everything made by Shinkai Makoto is great, basically. 5cm/s is wonderful, I think it's suitable for your taste and it doesn't need any deep understanding in order to enjoy it to the fullest. :)

On the other hand, Kara no Kyoukai can be a little bit confusing occasionally. Keep it mind that you have to remember the "real" order, not the movie order, and pay a lot of attention especially during the 5th movie. It's one of Type-Moon great works, and in my opinion it's the second best after Fate/Stay Night Franchise.

scav

November 06, 2012, 07:44 PM

Initial D Fifth stage :allthe

next i plan to re-watch Initial D 1,2,3 and 4th stage :nod

phio_chan

November 10, 2012, 12:45 AM

On the other hand, Kara no Kyoukai can be a little bit confusing occasionally. Keep it mind that you have to remember the "real" order, not the movie order, and pay a lot of attention especially during the 5th movie. It's one of Type-Moon great works, and in my opinion it's the second best after Fate/Stay Night Franchise.

I think I get the basic plot, but at times I need to read or rewind the scenes once or twice to get the hang of the motive behind the antagonists. I finished episode 4 last night and I think it's really a cool series. Graphic-wise it's a top notch, just like F/Z, and the soundtracks by Kalafina and Kajiura Yuki need not to be questioned. It started to be interesting for me since episode 2 actually, and the suspense was built well from there on. Loving it, definitely.

Kaiten

November 12, 2012, 09:11 AM

Last night I finished AnoHana (http://myanimelist.net/anime/9989/Ano_Hi_Mita_Hana_no_Namae_wo_Bokutachi_wa_Mada_Shiranai), a spectacular anime recommended to all. AnoHana is an incredibly human, emotionally honest show about loss, mourning, guilt, and learning to move on without forgetting filled with memorable characters, all flawed but ultimately likable. Menma is one of the most memorable characters in any anime I have ever watched.

With AnoHana finished I started Tonari no Kabitsu-kun (http://myanimelist.net/anime/14227/Tonari_no_Kaibutsu-kun), and should catch up tonight or tomorrow. I've (partially) read the manga and know what to expect from the anime. I will start Hyouka once I have caught up with Tonari.

<.Haruka.>

November 12, 2012, 02:40 PM

Watching Steins Gate and i'm halfway now on the series. <Okabe's hilarious> . Next would be robotic notes, 'cause its timeline is somehow a sequel/related to s.g.

Crude

November 12, 2012, 07:18 PM

Did you watch Chaos;Head? Technically it takes place before Steins;Gate, though it's pretty different. I think if you watch it, you'll notice some references to it in its "sequels".

Kaiten

November 13, 2012, 02:49 PM

I caught up with Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun (http://myanimelist.net/anime/14227/Tonari_no_Kaibutsu-kun), a very nice, entertaining anime. Mizutani is a great female lead; assertive, strong willed, able to stand up for herself even when she is not completely sure of herself. The voice work throughout is outstanding. This may be the best animated series of the season; vivid, colorful, dynamic, and smooth.

phio_chan

November 15, 2012, 12:55 AM

Okabe Rintarou is awesomely genius and humorous, Mizutani Shizuku is awesomely not-so-cold-hearted-as-what-she-seems like, and Yoshida Haru is awesomely sweet but lonely puppy.

:x3

As for me, I have just finished watching Kara no Kyoukai last night. Finally. While I do find its plot and explanation to be sometimes confusing, I like it. Animation and music by far are the best of anime movies I have seen. I'm quite fine with the ending, although there are some questions left, and while I agree with some bad things mentioned in some reviews about Kara no Kyoukai, overall it is a great series. It shows another side of humanity, how darkness grows, but also how there are lights around you in a way you don't really realize before.

Planning to continue with 5cm/second soon. After exam. :-_-

Kaiten

November 25, 2012, 08:48 AM

Okabe Rintarou is awesomely genius and humorous, Mizutani Shizuku is awesomely not-so-cold-hearted-as-what-she-seems like, and Yoshida Haru is awesomely sweet but lonely puppy.

Natsume-chan is my favorite character. She's adorable.

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Last night I finished Hyouka (http://myanimelist.net/anime/12189/Hyouka), a wonderful mystery anime Doraku recommended to me. Something about the show felt more like a novel, the way the story unfolded and the characters developed felt more like a good book than an anime. A very memorable anime I would recommend to anyone. Niichan recommended I watch Stein's;Gate, which I'll start this afternoon.

Skyguardian

November 25, 2012, 08:21 PM

Next on my list are Clannad and Hyouka if I find some time while watching the nuggets of this season. :allthe

destiny4ever

November 26, 2012, 08:58 PM

Next on my list are Clannad and Hyouka if I find some time while watching the nuggets of this season. :allthe

Yay!! :blai I already told you but I’m very glad that you have decided to check out Clannad. I hope you like it as much as I did. :) Please do share your comments about it.

Hyouka is awesome as well. :thumbs It is an interesting, intelligent and fun series. Definitely worthy of being watched.

Kaiten

November 26, 2012, 09:25 PM

Yay!! :blai I already told you but I’m very glad that you have decided to check out Clannad. I hope you like it as much as I did. :) Please do share your comments about it.

Hyouka is awesome as well. :thumbs It is an interesting, intelligent and fun series. Definitely worthy of being watched.

You already know how I feel about Clannad (and Clannad: After Story). Taken together both are still among my favorite anime ever. A beautiful story I'd actually compare to only AnoHana in emotional impact.

Clannad and Hyouka actually share male leads. Nakamura Yuuichi voices Clannad's Tomoya and Hyouka's Oreki.

destiny4ever

November 27, 2012, 09:18 PM

@ Skyguardian: Kaiten-kun reminded me of this but if you watch Clannad, Clannad After Story is a must!

@ Kaiten-kun: Iirc, I think Fuku-chan was your favorite character, wasn't she?. I don’t know if you have checked out “Little Busters” but there is a character that reminds me of Fuko-chan a lot in that anime. Btw, the fact that you compared AnoHana to Clannad has made me very curious about AnoHana.

And Clannad and Hyouka also share male supporting characters, Sunohara and Satoshi have the same seiyuu.

Kaiten

November 28, 2012, 09:17 AM

@ Kaiten-kun: Iirc, I think Fuku-chan was your favorite character, wasn't she?. I don’t know if you have checked out “Little Busters” but there is a character that reminds me of Fuko-chan a lot in that anime. Btw, the fact that you compared AnoHana to Clannad has made me very curious about AnoHana.

She definitely was a favorite. I loved her arc, I think it was where the emotional tone of the story was first established. She was also so sweet, adorable, and sad. Over the course of the series I think I came to like Tomoya more though. His evolution from apathetic child to responsible, caring adult was the heart of the series - at least for me. I did love Nagisa too, of course.

I definitely think you'd like AnoHana. Emotionally it is very similar to Clannad, though romance is a little less central to AnoHana. It's a really good show about friendship and overcoming tragedy, with a nice balance of humor and tragedy. Menma is one of the most memorable anime characters I have ever seen.

And Clannad and Hyouka also share male supporting characters, Sunohara and Satoshi have the same seiyuu.

I knew he sounded familiar! And both characters act as foils to Tomoya and Oteki, though I thought Satoshi was far more memorable than Sunohara.

phio_chan

November 30, 2012, 09:02 AM

Hello, world. I finally finished Neon Genesis Evangelion and End of Evangelion.

Current status: a mid-level mental confusion. I need to excuse myself very soon.

What I want to say about the series is that it is great in its own way. Starting from the very first episode of the 26-episode of NGE, I think the basic plot is good, as well as the characters used for the plot. For me the characters are real; as annoying and confusing as they could be, they all have painful stories that make up to who they are throughout the story. Plot wise, well, I think it's the most confusing part of the series. I'm still trying to connect the pieces of information to form one big story line to help me understand the story better, but I guess I get the general idea. The message is probably simple, but delivered in such a way to make you think a bit deeper about it.

The presentation of the series is rather 'serious' with the blood and rather sexual-related scenes, but otherwise, it's a good series.

I'm planning to take a break from thinking and will probably find a laid-back slice of life anime after this. Continuing the second season of Natsume Yuujinchou sounds like a good idea. XD

naruto-niichan

November 30, 2012, 09:24 AM

Doraku

November 30, 2012, 05:02 PM

I'm just recently rewatching the EoE too. Another Anime that I finished for the last two weeks were Kaiba (http://myanimelist.net/anime/3701/Kaiba). Masaaki Yuasa really knows how to do his job. The story is great, a mix between mental problems (amnesia) and SciFi. The message about life ideals, told in a simple yet complex occasionally, Kaiba is definitely a must-watch recommendation from me.

The next Anime in my to-watch list: Tekkonkinkreet and Nisemonogatari, but first I think I have to finish Mawaru Penguindrum soon.

Kaiten

November 30, 2012, 06:22 PM

naruto-niichan

November 30, 2012, 06:48 PM

Tekkonkinkreet is spectacular. I promise you'll like it. Other than Redline, I can not think of a better animated anime. I own the DVD, I need to upgrade to BD soon.

I never finished Nisemonogatari. That is also high on my list. I loved Bakamonogatari, of course.

Probably trying Tekkonkinkreet next too, heard a lot of good stuff about it.

And I can assure you that Nisemono is as good as Bakemono :nod

phio_chan

December 01, 2012, 01:21 AM

Go and watch the damn Evangelion Rebuild movies, don't you dare ignore them <___< I believe you will definitely enjoy them more than the anime, the second movie still is one of the best ones I've seen.

Hey I'm not saying I won't watch it. :o I think I definitely will, given how I feel like I still need more of the plot. Just not now. :XD

Well to make you happy I've addedTekkonkinkreet, Bakemonogatari, and Nisemonogatari to my to-watch list. Hopefully I'll get there soon after clearing other debts. :p

Kaiten

December 13, 2012, 11:47 AM

tuturu. I finished Steins;Gate. Wow. I really have no rational, objective things to say about this anime. An all time classic, comparable to the best anime ever made. I can't really describe in a forum post everything that makes this show great.

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Next I'm going to watch Humanity Has Declined (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10357/Jinrui_wa_Suitai_Shimashita).

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Last night I finished Humanity Has Declined, a solid anime that left me with some mixed feelings. Overall it was a good title, but I feel like it could have been better. The characters were interesting, the premise was interesting, the fairies were unforgettable, but it felt like the execution was not always perfect. The first four episodes were good, fun entertainment. Episodes 5 - 8 were mediocre, but the last four episodes were outstanding. The series only then reached it's full potential. Overall I would say it was good enough that if a second season aired, I would watch.

I'm going to finish Nisemonogatari (http://myanimelist.net/anime/11597/Nisemonogatari) next, yet another series I started but never finished.

phio_chan

December 17, 2012, 03:45 AM

I finished with Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou recently. I just so love this anime, with Natsume and Nyanko-sensei, and the moral messages of life it presented. Now entering the third season, as well as trying out Shakugan no Shana. It has been too long on my to-watch list, lol.

Kaiten

December 17, 2012, 10:14 AM

I need to watch the Natsume Yuujinchou anime, I've heard such good things about them. I've read the manga, a beautiful story reminiscent of Mushishi, but have not watched any of the anime. Adding it to my list.

Schabrak

December 17, 2012, 04:44 PM

I need to watch the Natsume Yuujinchou anime, I've heard such good things about them. Adding it to my list.
I've secretly put it into my nieces dvd with some other movies. Still waiting for a feedback from them. :P

Need to finally get over myself and watch further than the first couple of this seasons Magi, Shinsekai Yori, Little Busters, Psycho-Pass, K, Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun, Jojo and the second season of Jormungand. Some freedom around christmas should get me through some of these. And still have to finish Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou and up. :'(

Kaiten

December 20, 2012, 01:40 PM

I finished Nisemonogatari (http://myanimelist.net/anime/11597/Nisemonogatari) this afternoon, an anime that only took me a year to watch :p
Nisemogatari was as good, maybe better, than it's predecessor, Bakemonogatari. Now knowing what to expect, it was easier to relax and enjoy the superb story telling and characterization. Both are brilliant series, I'm dying to watch Nekomonogatari (Black) and Kizumonogatari. Anyone who has not watched the Monogatari series really should immediately move them to the top of their watch list.

Next up is K-On. Right now I'm looking for something light and fun to watch. I'd also like to see the show for myself, especially with Tamako Market debuting in a few weeks. It is one of the few prominent KyoAni shows I have never watched, time to cross it off my list.

Doraku

December 23, 2012, 07:52 PM

Schabrak

December 24, 2012, 07:27 AM

Doraku

December 25, 2012, 08:47 AM

I can't see how it was overwhelmed by Madoka and S;G. All were great and Penguindrum had it's good share of attention when it ran. Just that some viewers couldn't live with how Ikuhara imagined the plot to go.

To be honest I did not know how well-received Mawaru back then in 2011, I was taking a wild guess. Madoka and S;G are arguably the two most discussed series of 2011, and the fact that I just recently knew about Mawaru somewhat confirmed my believe that Mawaru is underrated. From what I've gathered, It was indeed had its own strong fanbase, but the hype does not last as long as Madoka or Steins;Gate. I might be wrong, but that's what I think about Mawaru.

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Today I finished Toki o Kakeru Shoujo/The Girl Who Leap Through the Time - Another Tsutsui's novel to get animated. The animation quality is wonderful, but not distinguishable. I found the plot is simple yet the execution is a top notch. One thing that I dislike is the suspense building part is too slow for my taste. The plot did not really kick in until it got to the 40-something minute mark, something which could annoy impatient watcher like me.

Kaiten

December 25, 2012, 10:23 AM

Two anime I recently finished:

1. Jinrui wa Suimashita/Humanity Has Declined - A fun and gorgeous anime, but I have to say that the middle part was troublesome. Because of episode 5-8, I couldn't enjoy this anime to the fullest. Nevertheless, I'm also hoping that the second season would air too, I love the not-so-straightforward-humor part of Jinrui. Watashi is an adorable leading character.

2. Mawaru Penguindrum - I regret that I did not know this Anime earlier. Possibly one of the most underrated series of 2011, because its popularity overwhelmed by Madoka and Steins;Gate. Excellent character development, the plot is well-written and I couldn't ask more. Even though I could say that Mawaru Penguindrum is subtle or symbolic, I would say that what makes Mawaru so interesting.

Humanity Has Declined sagged badly during the episodes about Pion and Oyage. Those episodes were just silly. The last four or five episodes were so good I would recommend watching the show based on them alone. Overall a show that could have been a classic, but fell short.

Mawaru was wonderful, one of the most intelligent shows I have watched in a long time. It's a pretty difficult watch, and almost complete nonsense if taken too literally. The use of symbolism and metaphor was above and beyond what I expect from anime, truly brilliant execution. The end was heartbreaking. Overall one of the most original anime I have watched in years.

To be honest I did not know how well-received Mawaru back then in 2011, I was taking a wild guess. Madoka and S;G are arguably the two most discussed series of 2011, and the fact that I just recently knew about Mawaru somewhat confirmed my believe that Mawaru is underrated. From what I've gathered, It was indeed had its own strong fanbase, but the hype does not last as long as Madoka or Steins;Gate. I might be wrong, but that's what I think about Mawaru.

Penguindrum definitely was not as popular as Magica or S;G. I only knew about Penguindrum because Hamy was such a big fan. Magica and S;G were unavoidable during the summer of 2011. I would not say Penguindrum was obscure, but it definitely was not a title non-anime fans, or even the most casual fans would have heard about.

Today I finished Toki o Kakeru Shoujo/The Girl Who Leap Through the Time - Another Tsutsui's novel to get animated. The animation quality is wonderful, but not distinguishable. I found the plot is simple yet the execution is a top notch. One thing that I dislike is the suspense building part is too slow for my taste. The plot did not really kick in until it got to the 40-something minute mark, something which could annoy impatient watcher like me.

Hosoda Mamoru has emerged as one of my favorite directors. Have you watched Summer Wars? I actually liked it a little more than The Girl Who Leapt Through Time". I'm really looking forward to subs of his latest movie, "Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki".

Doraku

December 25, 2012, 11:11 AM

Humanity Has Declined sagged badly during the episodes about Pion and Oyage. Those episodes were just silly. The last four or five episodes were so good I would recommend watching the show based on them alone. Overall a show that could have been a classic, but fell short.

Have to agree on this one. My favorite episodes are the third and fourth episode, where Jinrui makes a parody about doujinshi culture. The Pion arc is bad because.. Jinrui is trying to be dramatic, but it fell flat. I also love the flashback when Watashi became a mediator for the very first time.

Penguindrum definitely was not as popular as Magica or S;G. I only knew about Penguindrum because Hamy was such a big fan. Magica and S;G were unavoidable during the summer of 2011. I would not say Penguindrum was obscure, but it definitely was not a title non-anime fans, or even the most casual fans would have heard about.

and I knew Mawaru because you posted about it here. I could name last year Anime which are more familiar (to me, at least) than Mawaru: AnoHana, Tiger and Bunny, Fate/Zero, Children Who Chases Lost Voices from Deep Below.. but shamefully I never heard about Mawaru. I watched Utena, but never followed the news about its creator, so I was a tad surprised when I found out that Mawaru was created by him.

Hosoda Mamoru has emerged as one of my favorite directors. Have you watched Summer Wars? I actually liked it a little more than The Girl Who Leapt Through Time". I'm really looking forward to subs of his latest movie, "Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki".

Never heard of him before I watched Kakeru Shoujo, but probably I watched one of his works previously since I also watch One Piece and Digimon movies. Going to add Summer Wars to my watching list.

Kaiten

December 28, 2012, 10:24 PM

Have to agree on this one. My favorite episodes are the third and fourth episode, where Jinrui makes a parody about doujinshi culture. The Pion arc is bad because.. Jinrui is trying to be dramatic, but it fell flat. I also love the flashback when Watashi became a mediator for the very first time.

The doujin episodes, deserted island episodes, and flashbacks to Watashi's school days were my favorites. Pion and Oyage's true identities were so dopey that it ruined whatever redeeming qualities that arc may have had.

and I knew Mawaru because you posted about it here. I could name last year Anime which are more familiar (to me, at least) than Mawaru: AnoHana, Tiger and Bunny, Fate/Zero, Children Who Chases Lost Voices from Deep Below.. but shamefully I never heard about Mawaru. I watched Utena, but never followed the news about its creator, so I was a tad surprised when I found out that Mawaru was created by him.

No, Mawaru definitely did not have the stature of any of those series. It's well known enough to be licensed in the US; the first set of BD's come out on New Year's eve. It is not a name brand, franchise though. Mawaru is not even close in popularity to the titles you mentioned.

Never heard of him before I watched Kakeru Shoujo, but probably I watched one of his works previously since I also watch One Piece and Digimon movies. Going to add Summer Wars to my watching list.

He's very popular in Japan, kind of a "rival" to Shinkai for the title of "next Miyazaki". The Girl Who Leapt Through Time was his first movie (aside from One Piece and such), the one that kind of made him a household name.

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I just finished watching Production I.G.'s wonderful film, A Letter to Momo (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/80718-A-Letter-to-Momo). Fans of Ghibli and Shinkai will love Momo, a beautiful told story about family, love, and home. Worthy of all the accolades it has received in Japan.

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I just watched Hotarubi no Mori e (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10408/Hotarubi_no_Mori_e) (Into the Forest of Fireflies' Light), a short movie based on a one shot by Natsume Yojincuou mangaka Midorikawa Yuki (http://www.mangaupdates.com/authors.html?id=1014). Hotarubi no Mori e is a lovely movie about how it only takes one special person to put an end to loneliness, the strength of the bonds we form, but how relationships are still ultimately temporary things.

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In retrospect, going two (or more, can't remember) years watching little or no anime was a better idea than I thought. I suddenly have a near limitless number of recent shows and movies to watch. Tonight I watched the Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya, reminding myself why I loved that series so much in the first place. Kyon is a classic character, but Nagato steals the show.

Asclepius

January 05, 2013, 08:06 AM

I haven't watched any anime in a long time. So i restarted with two OVAs (Shin Prince of Tennis and Junjou Romantica).
Next, i will watch K-project and the new anime Hakkenden (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B_GmFwUR6g).

yukilove21

January 06, 2013, 12:47 AM

I'm currently re-watching One Piece! I'm planning on finally watching Madoka Magica, K Project, Psycho Pass, and Magi in the near future! And I would love to re-watch Tsuritama and K-On!

Doraku

January 12, 2013, 10:35 AM

Recently I have finished with Amagami SS and Amagami SS+. I watched upon my friend's request and he said that Amagami is "one of the best romance Anime" out there, so I was a little bit pumped up. I would say the concept is interesting, since it gives you multiple endings with different girls, pretty much keeping same mechanism with galge visual novel. Unfortunately, the interesting way of story telling does not match up with the quality of the story line. I think there is only one girl route which I like, but in general they're pretty boring although still watchable. If you're interested in watching romance Anime and have some free time, I'd say that this Anime could be one of your options, but I'm not going to say that this Anime is a mandatory for romance suckers.

The next Anime I'm going to watch is Summer Wars.

MiyamotoMusashi

January 12, 2013, 03:35 PM

The next Anime I'm going to watch is Summer Wars.

Have fun with that, hands down, one of the best anime movies i have watched. Truly entertaining.

Doraku

January 14, 2013, 11:09 AM

Wow, just wow. That's pretty much my overall reaction after I finished watching Summer Wars, because of Kaiten's recommendation. I did not really like The Girl Who Leap Through Time, but this time Mamoru Hosoda amazed me in so many ways. The story is well-written and more importantly the animation is beautifully pictured. He deserves to be called as Makoto Shinkai's rival for the next Miyazaki. I'm eagerly waiting for his latest movie to be subbed.

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Next I'm going to watch Hellsing Ultimate OVA series.

MattC302

January 14, 2013, 12:00 PM

I'm watching Bakemonogatari right now. I don't really get it, but I want to finish it for some reason.

EDIT: Nevermind. It grew on me. Those long, nonsensical, Quentin Tarantino-esque dialogue scenes threw me off. The first few and some others were weird and boring, but a lot of them do pay off. I really like the idea of just two characters interacting for an extended period of time, but it would be a lot better if they dialogue was more meaningful and less nonsensical.

Now I'm on to Nisemonogatari.

The more I watch this series, the more it reminds me of a stage play.

The structure of this show kind of reminds me of the 2007 film version of 'Sleuth'.

naruto-niichan

January 16, 2013, 02:50 PM

MiyamotoMusashi

January 16, 2013, 04:07 PM

I just finished Elfen Lied, it was an excellent watch. What an intense series, it managed to capture me completely and touched me on so many levels. I'm hardly able to write down my thoughts, that's how much it amazed me. Maybe I will be able to say more when I've cooled down but for now a big thanks to Kait, who made me check out the show.

The most memorial thing about the anime series (the manga was better btw) for me was the ingenious starting sequence. Elfen Lied was actually one of the first Animes i watched as such (i had only seen the usual suspects like DBZ, Digimon and so forth on German TV) and the beginning simply blew me away.

Here it is
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFvhKxWumcc

Josef K.

January 17, 2013, 06:58 AM

It seems like a short list fo me this winter, mainly sticking with Sasami-san and Tamako Market, keeping an eye on OreShura and Vividred Operation, but I do not expect much. AKB0048 - Next Stage was fun but I do have to watch the first season, that would be next on my list.

Kaiten

January 18, 2013, 02:53 PM

The only new shows I am watching this winter are Tamako Market, Maoyuu Maou Yuusha, and Sasami-san@Ganbarani. I found the first two episodes of OreShura to boring, and Vividred was a little to ridiculous and over the top to follow. I found myself laughing to hard after the opening scene to continue. I may give it another try. It's a least a good natured show, aware of what it is, their audience, and what the audience wants. There are absolutely no pretensions or delusions of grandeur to it.

naruto-niichan

January 20, 2013, 05:02 PM

I'm watching Chihayafuru S2, Maou Yuusha, Kotoura-san, Tamako Market and Mondaiji-tachi from this season. Dropped OreShura and Vividred Operation, the first just didn't interest me enough and the second was plain horrible. Not sure if I will continue Mondaiji but I'm pretty fond of the rest so I think I will go with these until the end.

Next I'm going to watch the K-On movie, time for some entertaining and funny moe stuff :hee
Afterwards I will give Gintama another try.

phio_chan

January 21, 2013, 07:52 AM

Still following some on-going titles from previous season (PP, Zetsuen, R;N) as I try some new titles like Chihayafuru 2, Tamako Market, Sasami-san, and Vividred. Vividred's summary is super plain, I'll just give it a quick try to see if it's worth checking out. Aside from that I still want (or need) to finish third season of Natsume Yuujinchou and Shakugan no Shana. Too many, too many...

Doraku

January 21, 2013, 08:30 AM

I have finished watching Angel Beats!. It's not as moving as CLANNAD or Kanon, but nonetheless I need to say that Angel Beats! is a solid and awesome Anime, regardless of its flaws and plot holes. The Anime is moving pretty monotonous during the first 4 episodes, but the thrills are escalating from episode 5 onward. I believe the problem with this Anime is it is only consist of 13 episodes, which is a pretty narrow room for this Anime to improve and using its wonderful cast. If this Anime were a two-cour series, I believe that this Anime is going to be really awesome. All in all, this is a pretty safe recommendation for anyone, if you have some time, you definitely need to watch Angel Beats!.

[hr]

I only watch three series from the Winter season, namely Tamako Market, Sasami-san@Ganbaranai, and the latest installment of Minami-ke franchise, Minami-ke : Tadaima.

naruto-niichan

January 21, 2013, 10:05 AM

Kotoura-san from this season is great and needs more love, you two should go and watch it :hee

Josef K.

January 21, 2013, 11:05 AM

Kotoura-san from this season is great and needs more love, you two should go and watch it :hee

What is it about? Is it an original anime, from the looks of it it seems like "just another romance anime". :O

naruto-niichan

January 21, 2013, 11:37 AM

What is it about? Is it an original anime, from the looks of it it seems like "just another romance anime". :O

It's about a girl who hears what others think in their mind. It caused her an immense amount of trouble in the past (and still does to some extent) but can be extremely funny too. And the main lead is just awesome :rofl

Not saying anything else to avoid spoilers but seriously, it's good right from the start. Like I said to Kaiten yesterday this might be one of the best shows of the winter season, it really surprised me :zomg

Kaiten

January 21, 2013, 01:24 PM

Last night finished watching the second season of K-On. K-On was spectacular, one of the funniest, most likable anime I have ever watched. I really can not say enough good things about it. The animation was spectacular, with amazing attention to detail. The director really understood the importance of motion, posture, body language, and hand gestures. I'll watch the movie later this week or next. Every character was memorable, unique, likable, and funny. Azunyan and Yui were the best though.

I started the ongoing OVA remake of the classic 1970's space opera Space Battleship Yamato (http://mangahelpers.com/forum/showthread.php/81147-Space-Battleship-Yamato-2199).

I have finished watching Angel Beats!. It's not as moving as CLANNAD or Kanon, but nonetheless I need to say that Angel Beats! is a solid and awesome Anime, regardless of its flaws and plot holes. The Anime is moving pretty monotonous during the first 4 episodes, but the thrills are escalating from episode 5 onward. I believe the problem with this Anime is it is only consist of 13 episodes, which is a pretty narrow room for this Anime to improve and using its wonderful cast. If this Anime were a two-cour series, I believe that this Anime is going to be really awesome. All in all, this is a pretty safe recommendation for anyone, if you have some time, you definitely need to watch Angel Beats!.

I watched Angel Beats when it aired and felt the same way. For the first few episodes it felt like generic and uninteresting. Then when the focus shifted to Tenshi, it suddenly became an excellent show. Maybe not a classic, but definitely a show I would also recommend.

naruto-niichan

January 21, 2013, 03:24 PM

Just finished watching the K-On movie, damn great. Dunno if I need to say anymore, as Kaiten pretty much described the show above. The movie has the same qualities and even surpassed the two seasons. The plot (Yui, Mio, Ritsu and Mugi are right before graduation) really made it for me and provided some strong emotional impact at the end, I think I couldn't stop smiling for the last 10 minutes or so. Yui and Azusa were priceless and I really enjoyed all the songs, excellent finish that surpassed my expectations. Now I'm in a really lighthearted mood :hee

Kaiten

January 21, 2013, 04:41 PM

I'll watch the movie later this week, or maybe next. Whenever I'm in the mood for a movie, and craving a little K-On. I need to watch the Berserk movies soon too.

Space Battleship Yamato is epic, everything I could ever want from an old school style sci-fi anime. Long winded, pseudo scientific jargon, sassy talking robots, unapologetic manliness, and really, really big explosions. It will transition from an OVA series to TV in April. Based on episode titles, it looks like the OVA's will re-air on TV at that time. I do not know if any new content will be airing on TV.

phio_chan

January 22, 2013, 04:26 AM

Angel Beats! is pretty good. The first few episodes were just so-so from me. It went better as the group tried to find more things about the place, the life stories, and the ending. I didn't expect myself to cry at the ending, LOL~

Kotoura-san from this season is great and needs more love, you two should go and watch it :hee

Okay, I guess I'll try. One slot is open since I dropped Vividred. I feel like watching a new Power Ranger with female soldiers and lots of fan service. :fail

Kaiten

January 23, 2013, 11:18 PM

I just caught up with the Space Battleship Yamato 2199 (http://myanimelist.net/anime/12029/Uchuu_Senkan_Yamato_2199) remake. Classic, an amazing anime. Intense, action packed, and intelligently written. Not to be missed. I can't wait for the next volume (containing episodes 11 - 14), due out on February 22.

NGE creator Anno Hideaki helped with storyboards for the OP. He claims the original as his favorite anime, the series that first helped develop his interest in anime.

Next I will watch Kotoura-san, recommended by niichan.

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The first two episodes were both very good, very enjoyable. A funny show unafraid to explore the more serious side of high school; loneliness, abandonment, and bullying all are integral to the plot. A very good show, I definitely recommend giving it a try.

mikkih

January 24, 2013, 01:50 PM

I just caught up with the Space Battleship Yamato 2199 (http://myanimelist.net/anime/12029/Uchuu_Senkan_Yamato_2199) remake. Classic, an amazing anime. Intense, action packed, and intelligently written. Not to be missed. I can't wait for the next volume (containing episodes 11 - 14), due out on February 22.

1/25 is the B-day of Leiji Matsumoto, director of the classic Space Battleship Yamato, so I was just thinking about the remake.

Recently I finished Another, a suspense anime. I enjoyed the story, but I liked the first half better.

I still have 10+ episodes from Sword Art Online. I feel a bit nostalgic about the days when I was still watching .hack// (Roots,and G.U.) and Dragon Drive. luv SAO.

Chihayafuru 2 has started. I guess I will continue the season 2. 1st episode was a bit slow though.

Kaiten

February 13, 2013, 07:57 PM

I just finished Kokoro Connect (http://myanimelist.net/anime/11887/Kokoro_Connect), a very good, underrated anime. Not quite a classic, but still a great series for anyone looking for something a little more serious. There is more to every character than meets the eyes, as the story explores the motivation, and possible psychology behind anime character tropes. The aloof, serious girl Inaba Himeko (http://myanimelist.net/character/40197/Himeko_Inaba) is the best, cast against type as one of the stars of the show. My only fault is that every situation is resolved a little too easy, and quickly, robbing the story of a little drama. Michi Random, the four part special adapting book four, was the best part. Be warned that there is not much of a second season ending. The loose ends are worth it, Kokoro Connect is a rewarding series.

If anyone notices the striking similarities in character design to K-On, that is to be expected. KyoAni's Horiguchi Yukiko (http://myanimelist.net/people/7497/Horiguchi_Yukiko) is the artist for the original novels. She also did the character design for Lucky Star, K-On, and Tamako Market.

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I'm still in a bishoujo mood, so next is Tari Tari (http://myanimelist.net/anime/13333/Tari_Tari). I'm not sure what to expect. I've never seen a rec for it here, it has a mediocre ranking at MAL, but it's a top seller (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2013-02-12/japan-animation-blu-ray-disc-ranking-february-4-10) in Japan. It looks interesting enough, no harm in trying.

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lol the choir was introduced singing the OP of True Tears (http://myanimelist.net/anime/2129/True_Tears)! I already like this show.

cearon

February 16, 2013, 03:54 PM

I just finished Kokoro Connect (http://myanimelist.net/anime/11887/Kokoro_Connect), a very good, underrated anime. Not quite a classic, but still a great series for anyone looking for something a little more serious. There is more to every character than meets the eyes, as the story explores the motivation, and possible psychology behind anime character tropes. The aloof, serious girl Inaba Himeko (http://myanimelist.net/character/40197/Himeko_Inaba) is the best, cast against type as one of the stars of the show. My only fault is that every situation is resolved a little too easy, and quickly, robbing the story of a little drama. Michi Random, the four part special adapting book four, was the best part. Be warned that there is not much of a second season ending. The loose ends are worth it, Kokoro Connect is a rewarding series.

If anyone notices the striking similarities in character design to K-On, that is to be expected. KyoAni's Horiguchi Yukiko (http://myanimelist.net/people/7497/Horiguchi_Yukiko) is the artist for the original novels. She also did the character design for Lucky Star, K-On, and Tamako Market.

It really is a good series and would have been much more appreciated if the off set problems werent revelead.also they finished as originally planned with 17 episode. I dont even know if they will air the remaining ones or release with DVD. such a shame actually. May start reading the novels to see what is happening....

Other than that I started Kamisama Hajimemashita (http://myanimelist.net/anime/14713/Kamisama_Hajimemashita) after finishing the manga till the 14th volume thinking it will at least last 2 cours but:s Hopefully a 2. season will be announced soon.

And 1 thing that makes me happy is Hetalia (http://myanimelist.net/anime/15195/Hetalia:_The_Beautiful_World) is back.....:celebrate

Skyguardian

February 16, 2013, 08:28 PM

Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai will be the next on my list because the second season is going to start soon. I'm looking forward to it. :)

Kyouria

February 18, 2013, 01:45 PM

I just finished Say "I Love You" a few nights ago. I'm not sure what series I will watch next but I have a few in mind.

Kaiten

February 24, 2013, 06:29 PM

This afternoon I finished Tari Tari (http://myanimelist.net/anime/13333/Tari_Tari), a good show, but not great. The animation, art, voice work, and music were outstanding. Tari Tari is a very well made anime, I have no complaints on the technical side. The story was effecting enough, emotionally genuine, but the story is a little more high school drama than I like. The characters were good, memorable, and easily distinguishable, but a little bland. Overall Tari Tari was worth watching. I think I would have liked it more watching it on a weekly basis.

I'm going to watch Oreimo next. I want to try it before season two debuts.

jakensama

February 24, 2013, 08:15 PM

Well it's been a few years...but I started by finishing off the Hellsing Ultimate OVA.

The animation is better than any I've seen for an OVA or tv series...it is mind blowingly stylish, fluid, gothic, with tons of wow moments. The voice acting is very good with emotions conveyed well, the soundtrack is spectacular...dark but energetic. The story is unfortunately not up to par...it is actually really good about half way through, bur the last half of the series is a ton of awesomely stylish battles with not too much plot. 3 armies...the protestants, catholics, and the nazis battle it out.

It is a series that oozes style, and is definitely worth the watch cause of that...even if it isn't the deepest series in the world.

I also recently finished the much hyped and uber popular Fate/Zero anime...since I felt like watching what many thought was the best of 2012. It was quite entertaining and seeing legendary heroes is pretty cool. Animation uses a bit too much CGI (obvious 3d kind) for my liking but is quite sharp and especially strong in the action scenes. Plot is good...however I feel some things were rushed and episode space was wasted. An entire episode was dedicated to a minor character who isn't part of the Holy grail war, and on top of that had no influence to the main plot. It was affectively filler. Then there were 2 full episodes dedicated to the backstory of what would be the main character, which could have been compressed into 1. Great revelations and twists, were often rushed through, and many things left unexplained for lack of time..but if it was used more efficently it wouldn't have been a problem.

It still is quite entertaining, and I enjoyed it.

Since I recently read Vinland Saga (still reading) I might check out Planetes anime next.

Zeltrax

February 24, 2013, 09:24 PM

Just finished watching Chu 2 Byo, thanks to Naruto-nii.
Wow, it was a short rollercoaster ride but a fun one nonetheless...going from comedy, romance to drama with so much emotions in it. Props to the director and Kyoani for making another wonderful series.
:lmao I really like Rikka and well, I have mixed thoughts about the ending and the message the anime is trying to deliver but still, love this series as a whole.
I think it's probably the best one in the winter season :oh not that I was really around.

Doraku

February 25, 2013, 08:22 AM

I have finished watching Nichijou (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10165) - an anime which I had been overlook for the past two years and I regret the fact that I'm doing so. A fresh, fun and colorful anime combined with excellent sense of absurd humor, make this anime is a must watch for comedy fans.

Besides that, I'm currently re-watching Fate/Zero for the third time, and this show still deserves the top 5 anime for last year or probably even the last three years. My first re-watching experience for this year would be when I finished re-watching Tsuritama (http://myanimelist.net/anime/12883/Tsuritama).

Kaiten

February 25, 2013, 10:02 AM

I'm planning on watching Fate/Zero next, after Oreimo. I've heard to many good things, including your rec, to ignore it much longer. I only chose to watch Oreimo first because the second season is starting so soon. Between Madoka Magica and Psycho-Pass, I have really come to love Urobuchi Gen's writing. I expect Fate/Zero will be just as amazing.

The first three episodes of Oreimo were amazing! I might have overlooked the show if not for Josef's recommendation. So far it is hilarious, I'm really getting addicted to the show. Bonus points for casting Nakamura Yuuichi (Tomoya in Clannad, Oreki in Hyouka) as Kyousuke.

jakensama

February 25, 2013, 04:43 PM

Psycho pass sounds very interest I may check it out once the anime is completed. Madoka magica...magical schoolgirl anime, doesn't sound like I fit the target demographic. Is it really worth watching?

Doraku...since you are familiar with Fate/Zero what do you think of the pacing of the show? Is Fate stay night worth watching? I've heard mostly negative things.

Kaiten

February 25, 2013, 05:34 PM

Magica is a pretty dark anime. Not your typical magic girl anime, in the same sense NGE is not your typical mecha. Very hard to explain without spoilers. A must watch series, an all time classic.

jakensama

February 25, 2013, 06:02 PM

Dark...? I like the sound of that, hmm...maybe I'll give it a chance then.

Doraku

February 26, 2013, 05:42 AM

Doraku...since you are familiar with Fate/Zero what do you think of the pacing of the show? Is Fate stay night worth watching? I've heard mostly negative things.

Which one? The TV version is skipping several important points written in the light novel, but it works just fine in my opinion. BD release includes some additional scenes and significant improve in drawings, so I prefer the BD version, obviously. No, Fate/Stay Night isn't worth watching in my opinion, unless you're really into Type-Moon in general, I advise you to stay away from it. If you're really curious on what happens after F/Zero, you better play the visual novel of F/SN, instead of watching its anime adaptation which is unpalatable for most people.

Oh and by the way, I heard you avoid Steins;Gate because it has one of your dealbreakers, which is (I assume)

Genderbending?

If my guess is right, to be honest I encourage you to.. well a little bit tolerant about "that" element, since it's nothing major and does not affect the overall storyline at all. The anime is slowly developing though, it's not really that interesting before halfway through the series.

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I'm planning to watch Oreimo after I finished catching up with Yamato 2199.

jakensama

February 26, 2013, 09:03 PM

Which one? The TV version is skipping several important points written in the light novel, but it works just fine in my opinion. BD release includes some additional scenes and significant improve in drawings, so I prefer the BD version, obviously.

Hmm...not sure which version I saw. Disappointing to hear the Fate stay night anime is so disappointing, maybe they'll remake it since Fate/Zero was so popular? I don't play VNs so I guess this is my only hope.

Stein's gate...how good is it? I watched Gankutsuou even though it contained a dealbreaker, but that was because the subject matter greatly interested me and it was a great anime (IMO).

Skyguardian

February 26, 2013, 09:46 PM

I'm planning to watch Oreimo after I finished catching up with Yamato 2199.

Yeah another one. \o/

I plan to watch Baccano next because I really wanna know why this show is supposed to be good. :D

Doraku

February 26, 2013, 11:03 PM

Hmm...not sure which version I saw. Disappointing to hear the Fate stay night anime is so disappointing, maybe they'll remake it since Fate/Zero was so popular? I don't play VNs so I guess this is my only hope.

Stein's gate...how good is it? I watched Gankutsuou even though it contained a dealbreaker, but that was because the subject matter greatly interested me and it was a great anime (IMO).

Probably it was the TV version, since the BD Rip was released only recently, around two weeks ago. Well, the choice is yours. If you're really, really, curious on what happens next after F/Zero, feel free to watch Fate Stay Night and Unlimited Blade Works. But I warn you, both of those anime were not made by ufotable, which made F/Zero, so you should be aware prior watching those two series that there would be a significant decrease of quality level.

As for the remake, I think it's highly unlikely, since F/Zero and F/Stay Night & UBW were made by two different studios, like I said above. There is one alternative route left in F/Stay Night to be animated called "Heaven's Feel", let's cross our fingers so that ufotable would make an adaptation on that one.

I'd say that Steins;Gate is great. It has an amazing cast in general, the dialogues are funny, without neglecting its "serious" part on the latter halfway throughout the series. It's an all around series that I'd recommend to anyone. The only problem is that you have to be a tad more patient, since the real development does not emerge until 12 episodes or so.

Yeah another one. \o/

I plan to watch Baccano next because I really wanna know why this show is supposed to be good. :D

:hi5

Baccano is good, possibly better than Durarara!! It's English dubbed version is also well made, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Kaiten

February 27, 2013, 10:19 AM

Yeah another one. \o/

Oreimo is epic! It's such a funny show, I did not expect to like it nearly as much as I do.

jakensama

February 27, 2013, 09:35 PM

As for the remake, I think it's highly unlikely, since F/Zero and F/Stay Night & UBW were made by two different studios, like I said above. There is one alternative route left in F/Stay Night to be animated called "Heaven's Feel", let's cross our fingers so that ufotable would make an adaptation on that one.

Alright I'll hope for 'Heaven's feel'. I really like the concept behind the fate series.

As for Stein's gate, if it is slow to start I might put it off a while...there are so many great series, Baccano! is also one I've heard good things about. First Planetes.

I did just finish Puella magi Madoka magica, and it was enjoyable. It was hard for me to stomach the character design though, the giant oblong heads, oversized eyes (even by anime standards), and every character had the same sharp chin. Also Madoka really irked me...her helpnessness and constant whining/crying got on my nerves. The other characters though fitting archetypes were much more interesting. Animation in labyrinthes was excellent and very creative. The show brought up many intriguing concepts, and had some nice twists...though I wasn't a fan of the ending at all. I also was a bit turned off by underage girl (loli) nudity...I really felt it served no purpose other than creepiness.

However despite all this, I enjoyed the series it definitely was quite bold in many of its choices.

Kaiten

March 03, 2013, 11:36 AM

Magica had to be helpless for the plot to work.

In the original timeline, before Homura makes her wish, Magica was strong and assertive. In order to save her from the WalpurgisNacht, Homura continuously repeats he same timeline, hoping to prevent Magica from becoming a magic girl. Magica's helplessness, indecisiveness, and fear are a result of Homura trying to convince Magica not to accept Kyuubi's contract. This is not enough to save her from WalpurgisNacht, forcing Homura to keep repeating the same timeline, increasing Magica's fear and confusion. As Magica becomes more and more confused, and Homura continues to repeat the same timeline, Magica effectively becomes the most important person in the world, increasing her potential energy exponentially. Magica is finally able to make a wish strong enough to defeat the WalpurgisNacht, by essentially becoming god. That was only possible though because Homura's inteference caused Magica so much fear, confusion, and helplessness.

jakensama

March 03, 2013, 06:26 PM

I understand it was necessary and needed for plotsake. However that character type always gets on my nerves, and you see it in so many anime...seeing it the main character makes it worse. The helpless, unbelievably benevolent, incredibly sensitive, absolutely perfect angel is the easiest and laziest way to garner audience sympathy. It stands out even more, since many of the choices the creators made are so creative and stunning.

Kaiten

March 04, 2013, 10:06 AM

Last night I finished Oreimo (http://myanimelist.net/anime/8769/Ore_no_Imouto_ga_Konnani_Kawaii_Wake_ga_Nai) and the Oreimo Specials (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10020/Ore_no_Imouto_ga_Konnani_Kawaii_Wake_ga_Nai_Specials). Surprisingly spectacular, I can't remember laughing so hard, or so much, watching anime. Kirino was, of course, the stand out character, and one of the all time great tsundere (heavy on the tsuntsun, light on the dere dere). Not a one character show, the entire cast was amazing. Highly recommended to any comedy fans. I can't wait for season two!

naruto-niichan

March 04, 2013, 04:48 PM

Just finished watching Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki (http://myanimelist.net/anime/12355/Ookami_Kodomo_no_Ame_to_Yuki). It's from the creator of "Summer Wars" and "The Girl Who Leapt Through Time" so I kind of knew what to expect, yet it blew me away. What caries the film are it's great and well-developed characters. From the loving mother Hana to Ame and Yuki, whose depth and development over the course of years was excellently portrayed.
The film has everything one could wish for. A warm feeling of nostalgia, reminding you of your own childhood with true tear-jerkers and yet lots of heartwarming moments. If I had to rate it, I would say it's his best work so far. Absolutely recommendable to everyone who's looking for a well-told story with excellent characters.

Kaiten

March 04, 2013, 07:41 PM

Ah, it's subbed! I haven't checked in a few days. I've being looking forward to that, and will be sure to watch it tomorrow. I started Fate/Zero (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10087/Fate/Zero) earlier tonight. If anyone notices subs are out for Nijiiro Hotaru (http://myanimelist.net/anime/6219/Nijiiro_Hotaru:_Eien_no_Natsuyasumi) (Rainbow-colored Firefly), please post. Another movie I'm really interested in watching.

Skyguardian

March 05, 2013, 08:56 AM

Plans for my vacation:

Clannad, Clannad After Story, Baccano!, Fate Stay Night Series

Kaiten

March 05, 2013, 08:24 PM

Clannad/Clannad After Story is one of my all time favorites. Not even AnoHana compares, in terms of raw, emotional resonance. I may have to rewatch soon. It's been years.

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I watched the first Berserk (http://myanimelist.net/anime/10218/Berserk_Ougon_Jidaihen_I:_Haou_no_Tamago) movie today, something I have been meaning to watch for a long time. Very well done, an excellent adaption, my only complaint is the most exciting parts all are in movie two and three. The second movie I will watch later this week.

jakensama

March 05, 2013, 08:36 PM

destiny4ever

March 05, 2013, 09:21 PM

Plans for my vacation:

Clannad, Clannad After Story, Baccano!, Fate Stay Night Series

Seeing that makes me so happy!!! :wtf You’re finally going to watch Clannad, Sky. :) Be sure to let me know when you start watching it I might even re-watch it so that we can talk about it. ^_^

Skyguardian

March 05, 2013, 09:41 PM

Seeing that makes me so happy!!! :wtf You’re finally going to watch Clannad, Sky. :) Be sure to let me know when you start watching it I might even re-watch it so that we can talk about it. ^_^

Yes. I finally have time. :3

I assure you I'll tell you when i start to watch. :)

MiyamotoMusashi

March 06, 2013, 07:55 AM

Yes. I finally have time. :3

I assure you I'll tell you when i start to watch. :)

Do you have handkerchiefs ready?

Doraku

March 06, 2013, 08:05 AM

Other than that...I was wondering has anyone here seen Legend of Galactic Heroes? I watched "Conquest sea of stars" and "Overture to new battle" and absolutely loved it.

No matter what your genre preferences are, Legend of Galactic Heroes is a must watch and an instant classic for me. If you love Space Opera stuff, you'd probably love it even more.

Kaiten

March 06, 2013, 09:51 AM

I'll 2nd Kaiten's recommendation for Clannad/Clannad After Story. I don't even typically watch or care for slice of life anime but Clannad is so emotionally powerful you can't help but be moved. Definitely a must see.

Coincidentally I too just watched the first Berserk movie (yesterday). Obviously a lot from the manga was cut, but had to be. I'm not sold on the art style, but liked how they didn't hold back on the violence...at all. I'll watch the second movie soon...don't think it is possible to watch third yet (unless you are in Japan).

Overall, I was impressed. The CGI worked well for combat sequences, but I found a little jarring during more dialog driven scenes. The third movie only recently debuted in Japanese theaters, on February 1st iirc. It will be at least six months until BD's are available. Subs probably will come out sometime in August or September. I'm really looking forward to seeing the Eclipse animated.

If you like Berserk, check out Shingeki no Kyojin (http://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=47446). The anime starts in three weeks, the manga is a sleeper hit in Japan. Great series, definitely would appeal to a fan of Berserk, Vagabond, and Vinland Saga.

Other than that...I was wondering has anyone here seen Legend of Galactic Heroes? I watched "Conquest sea of stars" and "Overture to new battle" and absolutely loved it.

No matter what your genre preferences are, Legend of Galactic Heroes is a must watch and an instant classic for me. If you love Space Opera stuff, you'd probably love it even more.

I've been meaning to watch that for some time now. I may save it for the summer, when I have the time for a long series, but also a show I want to watch.

jakensama

March 06, 2013, 03:24 PM

No matter what your genre preferences are, Legend of Galactic Heroes is a must watch and an instant classic for me. If you love Space Opera stuff, you'd probably love it even more.

I'm defintely set on watching it, it is more legendary than even its name plus I thoroughly enjoyed what I've seen thus far. 162 episodes, plus movies is quite a bit of time but I have no doubt it is worth it. Just like Kaiten, I'll have to find time. Any suggestions on viewing order?

I agree bout the Berserk action sequences working better, mostly cause of the speed, and great quantity of soilders. However non battle scenes, the characters look like flat pieces of paper pasted on the backgrounds. This is especially apparent in the ball sequence in the 2nd movie which has the same style of animation(just saw it). The 2nd movie did expand on something in the manga and to great effect...though I think the action choreography could have been better.

The 3rd movie is really why I watched the first 2. The Eclipse...has never been properly animated, and early reviews say the 3rd film captured all the horror and gruesomeness of the manga...perhaps even surpassed it! An interesting thing about the intros, they show characters that appear post Golden age such as Shierke, Farnese, and Serpico. This seems to indicate that the 3rd movie may not be the last.

Shingeki no Kyojin...sounds very much my cup of tea. I'll probably be checking this out.