Count Dookkake
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It is when Nishimura hugs you and thanks you for being his otaku.
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It is when Nishimura hugs you and thanks you for being his otaku.
Otaku's arent bad people. they are just highly interested in particular things.
that word can apply to any hobbyist, but for some reason it only seems to be used to describe fans of the entertainment world. what about model airplane hobbyists? amateur radio? Train collectors? These people are just as dedicated to their passions but you dont see the stigma of otaku attached to them. why is that? they still fit the definition of an otaku.
that word can apply to any hobbyist, but for some reason it only seems to be used to describe fans of the entertainment world. what about model airplane hobbyists? amateur radio? Train collectors? These people are just as dedicated to their passions but you dont see the stigma of otaku attached to them. why is that? they still fit the definition of an otaku.
Petit Melon
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Another idol otaku reporting in. And yes, Momoclo are the best idol group around right now.
Setre
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I guess I consider myself an otaku although IÂ’ve stopped watching anime or reading manga right now. I own a couple of figures but put them away in my chifferobe as they were more impulse buys then anything. I actually prefer manga over anime but since IÂ’ve made the switch to digital thereÂ’s just not a lot of manga on the VIZ or Yen Press apps I want to read.
Once an otaku, always an otaku 
On a serious note though, being one is fine as long as you don't lost touch with reality. If you have a life outside of your interests, you're probably ok. It doesn't matter how much you spend on the hobby, if it isn't your whole life, then its not hurting anything really.
On a serious note though, being one is fine as long as you don't lost touch with reality. If you have a life outside of your interests, you're probably ok. It doesn't matter how much you spend on the hobby, if it isn't your whole life, then its not hurting anything really.
lunchtoast
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Might be my favorite anime.
Thats a really damned great choice for your favorite anime. Its a fantastic series so far. I love me some hard sci-fi.
Have you watched Planetes?
Omegasquash
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Can't wait for the waifu pics to make their way in.
I might not be an Otaku, but shit I've been really obsessed with Japanese electronic toys like digimons, tamagotchis, etc. I was on Yahoo auctions last night looking at all the pixel LCD toys. I already placed a bids on a few auctions through yokattaweb, there fees are pretty low. Anyone else use shopping proxy sites?
You're an otaku by definition. but like I said as long as you can function in society, it doesn't mean a damned thing negatively.
Otaku no Video 1 & 2 are on Youtube.
Watch it if you've never seen it. It's a mockumentary about Gainax's creation and early years in the industry and otaku culture in general. Good stuff. Haven't seen it on the shelves since the VHS days.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQffsH0kGyQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8ybGP3ys4E&feature=relmfu
Tatakae Otaking!
Watch it if you've never seen it. It's a mockumentary about Gainax's creation and early years in the industry and otaku culture in general. Good stuff. Haven't seen it on the shelves since the VHS days.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQffsH0kGyQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8ybGP3ys4E&feature=relmfu
Tatakae Otaking!
I dont blame you. Those PC virtual novel/dating games are rather boring. I fell asleep playing one before.
Otaku no Video 1 & 2 are on Youtube.
Watch it if you've never seen it. It's a mockumentary about Gainax's creation and early years in the industry and otaku culture in general. Good stuff. Haven't seen it on the shelves since the VHS days.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQffsH0kGyQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8ybGP3ys4E&feature=relmfu
Tatakae Otaking!
I've been searching for a copy of that for years.
RurouniZel
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I like Nendoroids.
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Dedication Through Light
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That reminds me of all those disgaea ones I got with the disgaea 4 super awesome edition.
Droog
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Otaku no Video 1 & 2 are on Youtube.
Watch it if you've never seen it. It's a mockumentary about Gainax's creation and early years in the industry and otaku culture in general. Good stuff. Haven't seen it on the shelves since the VHS days.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQffsH0kGyQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8ybGP3ys4E&feature=relmfu
Tatakae Otaking!
Lamu-sama! (Well her outfit anyway - I'm a very old school Rumiko Takahashi otaku)
I've never seen the second Otaku No Video (mostly because I didn't know one existed) so thanks for that!
Best couple(s). amirite?
Temporarily.
Tizoc
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Too true. Also, best episode ever!
Edit: Kenshin x Tomoe is better!
What series are these from?
...and asking about best couples but not mentioning these 2?
...but eh it's be expected from Otakus *sighs and shrugs*
...also, WTF
I need to catch up alraedy @_@
What series are these from?
...and asking about best couples but not mentioning these 2?
...but eh it's be expected from Otakus *sighs and shrugs*
...also, WTF
I need to catch up alraedy @_@
First one is from Inuyasha. the second is from Idolm@ster.
These things called Treasure Gausts
You basically fish for monsters. Train them, battle them, Poke-fishing lol.
And this too
Yeah you move it around to attack or something. It looks cool though!
Im getting these for a pretty good deal from the Yahoo auctions but I know the fees and shipping would kill it. Im such a kid..
You have an Imca nendo?! I knew you were a good a person =)
RurouniZel
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*high five* Imca is so awesome and adorable!
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Anyone else read Perfect Girl Evolution (The Wallflower)? I say read because the anime was an abomination. I remember reading Volume 1 from a friend's library and then I became obsessed with it. SunakoxKyohei for best couple.
Delusibeta
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It's interesting how in Japan "otaku" is quite a negative term. The English language equivalent I'd argue would be the British slang term "anorak" which is used in a similar manner, albeit really only used for non-entertainment anoraks (e.g. trainspotters, bird watchers, model airplane hobbyists etc).
I'll happily admit I can be a bit of an anorak with regards to video games (I spend too much time on internet forums :lol), but not much on the anime & manga front (only series completed: Cowboy Bebop. Mind you I did watch a bunch of Gintama and Poyopoyo hence avatar. As for manga, unless you count Scott Pilgrim, nothing). As for all the other otaku stuff: pass.
lunchtoast
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Only two episodes because my roommate didn't like it. I'd like to finish it though.
KO Traveling Hobo
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False.what a :3 idea for a thread. hey everyone, who's the best couple in any japanime?
I think it's
chaostrophy
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My mental image of "otaku" comes from the real people interviewed in Otaku no Video, and hearing that the word otaku has a much more negative connotation in Japan than it does in the US...my understanding is calling yourself an otaku is like calling yourself a shut-in or creep. So I've never thought of myself as an otaku even though I like a lot of Japanese pop culture.
What is this? I can't read Hello Kitty Moon language.
Ein Soph Aur
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What is this? I can't read Hello Kitty Moon language.
Space Brothers(Uchuu Kyoudai)
Chet Rippo
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Jo Shishido's Cheeks
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Has any film ever been as visually opulent as Wings of Honneamise?
In the times I've seen it I've struggled to follow the narrative as I get distracted by the beautifully detailed nature of pretty much every shot.
Otaku no Video 1 & 2 are on Youtube.
Tatakae Otaking!
Can you imagine if an updated version was made which incorporated the digital age?
Would be pretty scary stuff.....
Is it rare?
I gave away my DVD copy years ago. Don't tell me I made a huge mistake!
Charoncaori
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Hey, if anyone here is going to Otakon, go to the animated fan parodies (I can't remember if they're on friday or saturday) and watch Evangelion: ReDeath. My friends and I make it a point to go every year, and it's hilarious. Fan participation has been dropping off, though.
I don't like calling myself an otaku but I guess I qualify...
I read a lot of it back in high school.
I don't like calling myself an otaku but I guess I qualify...
RurouniZel
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*thumbs up*
Chet Rippo
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I need more.
Like I would ever leave my house for 3DPD trying to be 2D. Ha!
Setre
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For those looking for a copy of Otaku No Video, here you go. I don’t know if they ship outside the U.S. (don’t think so)*.
As far as nendoroids go I actually just ordered a couple. As I said in my earlier post I have a few regular figures, and some figmas, but never bothered with a nendoroid. Figured since I started building LEGOs recently I can give them a shot as well.
*Edit: I just checked, they do ship outside the U.S.
As far as nendoroids go I actually just ordered a couple. As I said in my earlier post I have a few regular figures, and some figmas, but never bothered with a nendoroid. Figured since I started building LEGOs recently I can give them a shot as well.
*Edit: I just checked, they do ship outside the U.S.
Clairvoyance
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i dawwwww'd like no other when usagi drop manga was coming out
Yeah, until the second half of the manga.
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