[cosmicblizzard]

My rankings right now...

Good idea.

1. Kore wa zombie desu ka? of the dead
2. Accel World
3. Space Brothers
4. Sankarea
5. Dusk Maiden
6. Phi Brain s2
7. Nyaruko
8. Zetman
9. Medaka Box (likely to rise depending on how far it gets)
10. Tsuritama
11. Saint Seiya Omega
12. Upotte!
13. Fate/Zero s2 (potentially dropping)
14. Rock Lee (potentially dropping)
15. Shiba Inuko-san
16. Lupin (dropped)
17. Apollon (dropped)

[InfiniteNine]

Bullets cast~

[survivor]

Youre excluding Kurokicchi from the Generation of Mirackes? Kise was consistently stated to be the weakest of the others.

Kise was supposed to be the weakest but remember how he owned Kagami before? Seemed like all of that was just hype and when the game day came, his team struggled to keep up.

[duckroll]

I voted. Hope Victorique can keep going!

[Makoto]

Birdy the Mighty: Decode 1-5

Had I just gone with the typical three episode impressions, I'd probably be singing a different tune. Birdy is a show that is very efficient with its art. It's got good animation, sustained by two interesting leads and good dialogue, but there was something about the first three episodes that didn't hook me in. Then I watched episodes 4 and 5 and it struck me: I don't care at all about Senkawa's school life. Once Birdy and Senkawa left Earth and went to her planet, I was hooked. This show became Saturday morning levels of good entertainment. Seeing the teamwork beginning to flourish between Birdy and Senkawa is great. As episode 5 concluded however and Senkawa receives I text from Sayaka about her party, dread swept over me, this show is going to back to his boring school life. Now I just have to see if his school life serves a greater purpose to the show. Aside from that, give me more of this Birdy alien.

Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai 12 (FINAL)

But seriously speaking, I'm still very indecisive about this show. So you've got this otaku who loves to exercise his conquest of 2D in games and now has to exercise that same "skill," in the 3D world. You know, if this were a live-action series, written for live-action characters, then perhaps the execution would have been better. The thing about this show is that, at the end of the day, it's still anime. It's still about a guy capturing 2D tsunderes, yanderes and fragile moe characters so it feels like I've just watched some self-aware adaptation of a visual novel (but yes, I know it's adapted from a manga). There was no message. No development worth citing. I mean, it nearly gets there such as Keima discussing the differences between 2D and 3D idols during the Kanon arc but I think that's as far the series goes (and it really bothered me that it had disclaimer saying to the extent of "Opinions expressed are only the views of the main character." I don't know if that for comedic purposes because I didn't laugh). I don't think I even like Keima that much as a lead character. The chemistry between him and Elsie is nothing memorable aside from him treating her like crap sometimes.

Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai has got to be one of those rare shows where I watched it for the premise. So much to the point where it would not have bothered me if the series just totally replaced the characters out of nowhere. I do have to give it points for having the only Engrish OP in recent memory that I really like. 2/5

[cajunator]

I voted. Hope Victorique can keep going!

I had to go with Haqua this time around.

[survivor]

I had to go with Haqua this time around.

Me too.

I will always vote for TWGOK girls.

[Envelope]

Me too. I will always vote for TWGOK girls.

What if you have a situation like the first round though, where Elsie and Haqua were paired?

Haqua > Elsie

[Thoraxes]

What if you have a situation like the first round though, where Elsie and Haqua were paired? Haqua > Elsie

Haqua post-costume change > Haqua pre-costume change

[survivor]

What if you have a situation like the first round though, where Elsie and Haqua were paired? Haqua > Elsie

I flipped a coin

Either choice is acceptable to me

If it comes to TWGOK girls against each other, Shiori will always reign supreme.

[soc]

Fate Zero 19

Major Rakkyo vibes from this scene:


Absolutely terrific final scene.Natalia taking the plane without Kiritsugu pretty much a giveaway. As soon as Kiritsugu cut the engine, I knew what was coming, but as usual the execution was great.
Happy mother's day AnimeGaf!

[Lafiel]

Dropped -Tsuritama: The characters are annoying as hell. -AKB0048: Somehow not crazy enough for me to forgive how it's literally a show about self-felliatio.

You fucker, we can't be friends anymore :( :( :(

On the other hand I feel validated by your opinion on Hyouka. Cuz I really loved the first episode.

[hosannainexcelsis]

On the other hand I feel validated by your opinion on Hyouka. Cuz I really loved the first episode.

I really do love Hyouka's atmosphere, but as a mystery fan I can't help but wish there were some actual mysteries.

[7Th]

You fucker, we can't be friends anymore :( :( :( On the other hand I feel validated by your opinion on Hyouka. Cuz I really loved the first episode.

AKB0048 is literally like watching a guy suck himself off; there is so much of that I can take.

[Dedication Through Light]

Saint Seiya Omega 7

I wasnt ready for the matchup, it was too hard to decide who to cheer on. I like both Souma and Kouga and wanted them both to succeed even. It was actually really epic of a fight and even had the instrumental Pegasus Fantasy come on which pumped me up. Souma did his best but again he found himself at a loss. Hopefully Kouga inspired him to practice and grow stronger so that he too can become a strong Saint!.

Yuna still seems to be a useless deadweight though her opponent was a random fodder, she honestly struggled against him..., her transformation sequence is the worst of the bunch, what kind of pose was that.

[wonzo]

Saint Seiya Omega 7

Now that's more like it! While it's still focused on the dumb school fighting tournament shit it looks like that'll be over and done with in an ep or two. Yuna's transformation sequence was Umakoshi as fuck!

[Branduil]

SakugaMAD makers are the only ones not slightly disappointed with this season.

People who make videos of background art would also not be disappointed, though I don't know if such a thing actually exists.

[Uchip]

AKB0048 is literally like watching a guy suck himself off; there is so much of that I can take.

I think you worded that wrong

[survivor]

Natsuiro Kiseki vs Kimi to Boku, which one is less boring?

[Basileus777]

Natsuiro Kiseki vs Kimi to Boku, which one is less boring?

I'd go with Natsuiro Kiseki. It at least has a magic rock, body swaps, and dopplegangers.

[chickdigger802]

I think you worded that wrong

hmmmm...

"You want to turn away... but something about it compels you to keep watching."

[Brazil]

Hyouka 4

Everything. Is. So. Pretty.

Yes: the stuff this series is about is boring. But it's so well-made that I can't help but keep watching. The animation is great, the backgrounds are gorgeous, and the different visual effects and tricks KyoAni uses when portraying theories about the "mysteries" keep things interesting and hold my attention.

It was cool having someone other than Oreki figuring stuff out for a change. Well, it was just a little detail discussed in the beginning of the episode, but still.

[firehawk12]

Natsuiro Kiseki vs Kimi to Boku, which one is less boring?

4 girls vs 4 guys. Pick.

[Ultimadrago]

I voted. Hope Victorique can keep going!

Aww yeah, son!

Fate Zero 19 Happy mother's day AnimeGaf!

A happy one to yours too!

Remember to give her beads, not bees!

[Dresden]

If only. (Shipping is cool.)

[survivor]

I'd go with Natsuiro Kiseki. It at least has a magic rock, body swaps, and dopplegangers.

The last 2 things make me excited for Natsuiro

4 girls vs 4 guys. Pick.

Is there any yuri between the 4 girls?

[Ultimadrago]

If only. (Shipping is cool.)

:lol

Choosing losing girls on purpose has no purpose!

Just being "better" will just have to do.

[chickdigger802]

The last 2 things make me excited for Natsuiro Is there any yuri between the 4 girls?

not really. A lot of false readings from yuri goggles. The screenies from this thread are about as yuri as stuff gets.

[Femmeworth]

Is there any yuri between the 4 girls?

At the same time?

[Brazil]

Is there any yuri between the 4 girls?

Eehhh.

There's a lot of potential, though.

[pizzaroll]

AKB0048 is literally like watching a guy suck himself off; there is so much of that I can take.

I guess watching all those Yuasa shows made you reach your limit in that department.

[Dedication Through Light]

Hyouka 4

The pre bike ride conversation and bike ride conversation were my favorite parts. Satoshi is hilarious. The way the meeting was handled was great though Ibara had pointless chatter and Chitanda needed to calm down, as usual. Pretty funny how Satoshi would keep getting them to change from location to location. He and Oreki really make the anime for me. Probably one of my favorite duos this season.

I liked the return of the animation and visual genjutsus (oreki and all the jpn characters flowing by) That cant really be all there was to the background of the cultural festival also seems like a huge punishment for it, explusion over just protesting it being shortened, though did that really make him a legend?

[Dresden]

:lol Choosing losing girls on purpose has no purpose! Just being "better" will just have to do.

Have faith, the lord shall deliver.

[Makoto]

Hyouka 4 [img]http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3zkufZomw1qzd219o1_500.gif[img] The pre bike ride conversation and bike ride conversation were my favorite parts. Satoshi is hilarious. The way the meeting was handled was great though Ibara had pointless chatter and Chitanda needed to calm down, as usual. Pretty funny how Satoshi would keep getting them to change from location to location. He and Oreki really make the anime for me. Probably one of my favorite duos this season. I liked the return of the animation and visual genjutsus (oreki and all the jpn characters flowing by) That cant really be all there was to the background of the cultural festival also seems like a huge punishment for it, explusion over just protesting it being shortened, though did that really make him a legend?

Between this episode and some kid smoking in a classroom Hyouka is quickly demonstrating just how lackluster school life can be in Japan.

[Uchip]

Hyouka is quickly demonstrating just how lackluster school life can be in Japan.

what do you mean? they have orgies and magic powers in japanese schools
dont they?

[Branduil]

KyoAni making a pitch to under-served fans of overalls everywhere.

[wonzo]

Hyouka is quickly demonstrating just how lackluster school life can be in Japan.

hyouka will save anime confirmed

[Mad Pierrot]

what do you mean? they have orgies and magic powers in japanese schools dont they?

Well, sure. Oreki and co. are too busy solving their "mysteries" to see where the fun is.

[Lafiel]

Between this episode and some kid smoking in a classroom Hyouka is quickly demonstrating just how lackluster school life can be in Japan.

But anime makes high-school seem like the best thing ever!

[Makoto]

But anime makes high-school seem like the best thing ever!

Yeah, according to Hyouka, organizing a boycott over culture fairs make you Batman. What a silent guardian and a watchful protector Chitanda's uncle was. A legend indeed.

[chickdigger802]

what do you mean? they have orgies and magic powers in japanese schools dont they?

That what happens irl and hentais not broadcast anime xD

[Uchip]

That what happens irl and hentais not broadcast anime xD

true, super powers are taboo

[7Th]

I guess watching all those Yuasa shows made you reach your limit in that department.

Well played; should've seen it coming.

[duckroll]

I hate to say this but.... Hyouka ep4 was outstanding. :o

[Lain]

Mai-Hime 20-26

Can't believe I wrote a post about the last 7 episodes of Mai-Hime, but forgot to post before turning the PC off and going to sleep.

Anyways, the last episodes were nice, especially when Shizuru lost it after being found out, which also had Haruka having the best death scene, but the Mai/Tate thing still was quite laughable for me.
The twist at the end with everyone coming back to life I knew about, but it wasn't that bad, mostly because the tone of the show never had a constant that made such a choice feel off to me.
I liked the music and the way it was used, made certain fight scenes feel cooler.
Character wise, I mostly disliked only Tate and Noa, with Mai disappointing me during the break down episodes for acting like an idiot. Haruka gained a lot of points during the run. Mikoto is the best though.

[EmmanuelMunoz]

Me too. I will always vote for TWGOK girls.

It's the right thing to do.

[wonzo]

MGX 6

urabe's :cajun as fuck

[Dedication Through Light]

Phi Brain 2 ep 6

Really fun episode even without Kaito in main action though the scene with the puzzle tea cub and him trying to solve it was fun. Q chan got the attention he needed and next time he better win. Orpheus Order treats Jikukawa so bad :(

[Cwarrior]

Saint seiya omega 4

Since when did lighting beat earth, these guys must of never made past brock in pokemon

If this what the show calls a good fight then I see a lot of problems in it's future.

This show has nothing going for it or anything to differentiate itself, so bad it makes me appreciate even the shounens am bashing all the time like naruto and bleach it makes those look like the second coming.

Turns out gaffs animu staff hype squad have egg on there face once again.

[EmmanuelMunoz]

Roukyuubu 2 Ok, I still hate the casting. I still hate the art style. I still hate the various cues done because of the target audience. However, at least it's a show now, with some of the cast now being characters. Or is it, they went back to being moeblob maids.

I hope you showered.