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Fall 2010 Anime Thread: Reboots, Retreads, and Rediscovery
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firehawk12
Subete no aware
Well, any side effects beyond the tracked up arm anyway.InfiniteNine said:
Maybe we should discuss Pokemon continuity. :lolRegulus Tera said:
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
Aside from that one time where the drug made me feel drunk for a week and made soda taste bad for a few days I'm pretty much exactly the same.firehawk12 said:
http://cartoonoveranalyzations.com/2009/04/09/pokemon-explained/Regulus Tera said:
He's still ten.
Either the Pokémon world revolves around the Sun at the speed of Mars, or it lives in an perpetual continuity where every day is the same as the last.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Hah, well, can't complain too much I suppose.InfiniteNine said:
I'm not fond of Schenkopp although I have to admit he'd make a perfect Buccaneer or Gladiator.Jexhius said:
Current Setup:
Guild - Galactic
Ship - Iserlohn
Prince - Kaiser
Hoplite - Guardian
Monk - Prodigy
Ninja - Strategist
Farmer - Magician
Guess who is who!
Guild name is irksome so I might do a reset. Blargh.
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
Oh Master, if only you weren't so far. >; You could board with me and we could go on moe adventures together~!Pandaman said:
Considering I do the exact same things as I do when I'm at home the free food and money is pretty great for doing what I'd be doing anyways.firehawk12 said:Hah, well, can't complain too much I suppose.
Regulus Tera
Romanes Eunt Domus
firehawk12 said:
Down that way lies madness.
Pandaman said:
It's for the better, really. We don't wanna see Pikachu grow old and die of ill.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Yes. :lolRegulus Tera said:
Which one of you will end up as the otokonoko of the pair!Pandaman said:
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Pandaman said:
firehawk12
Subete no aware
I guess it is my fault. :lolJexhius said:
I remember during the 1st season, at least one year had gone by.Regulus Tera said:
He's still ten.
Either the Pokémon world revolves around the Sun at the speed of Mars, or it lives in an perpetual continuity where every day is the same as the last.
When they got back to Viridian City, they said it had been a year.
Regulus Tera
Romanes Eunt Domus
Ashes have a really short lifespan. Every season Ash gets replaced without you noticing.Busaiku said:
DrForester
Kills Photobucket
Pandaman said:
Somoene injured and traumatized created magical world in their head where they can do anything?
Sounds like James Cameron got the idea for Avatar from Pokemon.
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
Well... I stopped my order of Unlimited Blade Works. I promised myself I'd stop using up all my money on limited editions and such so I'll wait a bit and see if play-asia picks it up sometime soon. This is harder than I though... orz I think I'll still get the light novels though since they are available domestically via Kinokuniya and I don't have to pay a $30 mark up.
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
Sharing is caring~!Pandaman said:
I eagerly await their announcement! Even if only the first couple of volumes of Fran got animated it'd be glorious.
Crash Station
Member
That new Soul Eater OP is incredibly misleading. Of course most OPs are.
The more I think about it the more I believe that Oberstein is the best character in LOGH.
Let's take a look at the candidates:
Siegfried Kircheis: It is heavily implied that he was equal to Reinhard himself, in terms of tactical and strategic skill. Although he might not have been very politically minded, he was a capable commander by virtue of his straightforwardness. Remember, although Yang Wenli could successfully cast Charm Person on any of his subordinates, Siegfried was the only one to ever cast Charm Person on Yang himself.
Yang Wenli: Yang, while a lovable goofball, is a good example of "so honest it hurts". He will willingly make a decision that most others would consider ludicrous while knowing the sacrifices involved if it meant adhering to his principles. This is a common character flaw in most truly "good" characters and Yang is no exception. Also, considering
Reinhard von Lohengramm: He was a domineering presence during the first part of the series, but once you got into parts 3 his awesomeness really diminished when it becomes
clear that he is guilty of the same overbearing bravado so pervasive among the lesser admirals in part 1. The only difference between Reinhard and those idiots is that the former picks his battles such that going on the offensive is not a stupid move. Later on, he nearly completely relegated his command of the army to his admirals. The only decision he made was which admirals go where. While he was still in control of the strategy, he had no presence on the tactical front, and that had the most screentime. And, despite his numerous talented admirals, he still could not defeat Yang even in unfair conditions, making you realize that maybe his success was really buoyed by the idiocy that surrounded him at the beginning.
Oberstein: Oberstein's character was established from the very start, and he never wavered even until the end of the series. He had no regard for his own life, nor that of anyone else's. What he did care about was the Lohengramm dynasty, which was to him just a tool for ensuring peace and stability. People were numbers to him, but this is the only way to guarantee fair treatment of everyone. In a twisted way his sense of justice was the most absolute one out of the philosophies of all the previous three. This fact was acknowledged by most characters who had dealings with him, and it's why they revile him and it's also why they can't argue against him. Although he never dominated the stage, he was, more often than anyone else, playing the tune to which all the major actors danced to. Thus, he was not only the backstage presence behind Reinhard and the Lohengramm dynasty, but perhaps the shadow of the entire series. Furthermore, while all the previous characters had shortcomings due to character flaws or narrative necessity, Oberstein is the only one whose flaws are also what makes him a strong character.
Let's take a look at the candidates:
Siegfried Kircheis: It is heavily implied that he was equal to Reinhard himself, in terms of tactical and strategic skill. Although he might not have been very politically minded, he was a capable commander by virtue of his straightforwardness. Remember, although Yang Wenli could successfully cast Charm Person on any of his subordinates, Siegfried was the only one to ever cast Charm Person on Yang himself.
And he remained a strong presence in the series even after his death. Had he been alive, Siegfried would've served as Oberstein's foil, but his early death places him in the pantheon of "Characters who could've been great if they didn't keel over." Not that he wasn't a good character. Actually, he was my favorite up until his death, but he didn't really have an impact especially during some of LOGH's critical moments in Parts 2 and 3.
Yang Wenli: Yang, while a lovable goofball, is a good example of "so honest it hurts". He will willingly make a decision that most others would consider ludicrous while knowing the sacrifices involved if it meant adhering to his principles. This is a common character flaw in most truly "good" characters and Yang is no exception. Also, considering
his uneventful death at the hands of a ragtag bunch of terrorists/terraists, he never fulfilled his full potential and instead left his work to Julian and the rest of his crewmates.
Reinhard von Lohengramm: He was a domineering presence during the first part of the series, but once you got into parts 3 his awesomeness really diminished when it becomes
clear that he is guilty of the same overbearing bravado so pervasive among the lesser admirals in part 1. The only difference between Reinhard and those idiots is that the former picks his battles such that going on the offensive is not a stupid move. Later on, he nearly completely relegated his command of the army to his admirals. The only decision he made was which admirals go where. While he was still in control of the strategy, he had no presence on the tactical front, and that had the most screentime. And, despite his numerous talented admirals, he still could not defeat Yang even in unfair conditions, making you realize that maybe his success was really buoyed by the idiocy that surrounded him at the beginning.
Furthermore, his illness and subsequent death was really... Something. I don't know the right word for it, it's not as bad to be described as an asspull but it wasn't really satisfying either.
Oberstein: Oberstein's character was established from the very start, and he never wavered even until the end of the series. He had no regard for his own life, nor that of anyone else's. What he did care about was the Lohengramm dynasty, which was to him just a tool for ensuring peace and stability. People were numbers to him, but this is the only way to guarantee fair treatment of everyone. In a twisted way his sense of justice was the most absolute one out of the philosophies of all the previous three. This fact was acknowledged by most characters who had dealings with him, and it's why they revile him and it's also why they can't argue against him. Although he never dominated the stage, he was, more often than anyone else, playing the tune to which all the major actors danced to. Thus, he was not only the backstage presence behind Reinhard and the Lohengramm dynasty, but perhaps the shadow of the entire series. Furthermore, while all the previous characters had shortcomings due to character flaws or narrative necessity, Oberstein is the only one whose flaws are also what makes him a strong character.
That and, of all the deaths, his was probably the most true to his character. Perhaps a case could be made for Siegfried's sacrifice, which was a very emotional moment. But because of how deeply it affected Reinhard, the viewer's pity is divided between the two budding conquerors. Oberstein, however, monopolized his own death, because no one was there to mourn him. In death, as in life, his thoughts and motives always belonged to him. That and I love tragic characters.
watervengeance
Member
I don't like the new OP/ED for the Soul Eater Repeat Show.
But man, I wish they'd do a second season that follows the manga.
But man, I wish they'd do a second season that follows the manga.
Hellsing321
Member
My body wasn't ready.7Th said:
Soooo goooood!
Infinite Justice
Member
Macross run still going 6-9
I just love the Opening, feels epic :lol
Ep 6
Finally Hikaru gets off his ass
Found in a Lingerie store? Arkward
Wait a minute i heard that name befor..OH shit
They all know his dirty secret (owned)
Minmay being ridiculously positive and/or naive.
Hikaru still not saying what he wants, great pic though.
That barrier is like playing and arcade game, nice
That Macross attack was pretty boss and they look just like us but bigger.
Ep 7
The horrors of War
Misinformation from the Military? Expected as much
Misa had someone, cool
That Zentradi dude is ruthless
The typical "i want to go where he/she is" act
Hikaru and Global saving the day
Ep 8
Its Minmays Earthstrong day, Yay
Hikaru gets a prize and some cronies
Kakazaki - Jovial, knows how to have a good time
Max - more normal compared to Kakizaki, reserved.
Misa hating on the new boss.
Minmay look great, max laying the charm :lol
"Training Exercise" yeah that's it.
Pissed at no gift *sigh* and max coming with a save.
After Battle: Max is the boss, Kakizaki sucks.
Not a bad gift Hikaru given the circumstances
Ep 9
Oh look a contest, i wonder who is gonna win?
The shot were Minmay looks on is really great.
Misa entering could have been hilarious
Captain "Dirty old man" Global :lol
Dick move miss Jamis, dick move
The Zethan recon is hilarious and their reactions to the feed is even more.
And the winner is? you know who (take that Jamis)
The final part of Hikaru's reaction was spot on imo
I just love the Opening, feels epic :lol
Ep 6
Finally Hikaru gets off his ass
Found in a Lingerie store? Arkward
Wait a minute i heard that name befor..OH shit
They all know his dirty secret (owned)
Minmay being ridiculously positive and/or naive.
Hikaru still not saying what he wants, great pic though.
That barrier is like playing and arcade game, nice
That Macross attack was pretty boss and they look just like us but bigger.
Ep 7
The horrors of War
Misinformation from the Military? Expected as much
Misa had someone, cool
That Zentradi dude is ruthless
The typical "i want to go where he/she is" act
Hikaru and Global saving the day
Ep 8
Its Minmays Earthstrong day, Yay
Hikaru gets a prize and some cronies
Kakazaki - Jovial, knows how to have a good time
Max - more normal compared to Kakizaki, reserved.
Misa hating on the new boss.
Minmay look great, max laying the charm :lol
"Training Exercise" yeah that's it.
Pissed at no gift *sigh* and max coming with a save.
After Battle: Max is the boss, Kakizaki sucks.
Not a bad gift Hikaru given the circumstances
Ep 9
Oh look a contest, i wonder who is gonna win?
The shot were Minmay looks on is really great.
Misa entering could have been hilarious
Captain "Dirty old man" Global :lol
Dick move miss Jamis, dick move
The Zethan recon is hilarious and their reactions to the feed is even more.
And the winner is? you know who (take that Jamis)
The final part of Hikaru's reaction was spot on imo
flintstryker
Banned
No Yang Wenli?Halycon said:
Yang is Magician, duh!
Although I'm starting over with Utena names now. My OCD won't let me make a satisfying LOGH team.
Lol lesbianmobile.
Before I hit Wikipedia and Tvtropes is there any chance of understanding this movie or should I just accept it as is.
Apparently not!
Although I'm starting over with Utena names now. My OCD won't let me make a satisfying LOGH team.
Lol lesbianmobile.
Before I hit Wikipedia and Tvtropes is there any chance of understanding this movie or should I just accept it as is.
Apparently not!
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