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[Fabbrizio]

So how about that new Kill la Kill? It was delayed by several hours and I didn't manage to see it until today, but hot freakin' damn was it worth it. After last week's plot twist, this week was pretty much everything you could ask for from an episode.

[The Satellite]

That... that...

 

Spoiler

So I from a while ago started to wonder whether Ryuko and Satsuki were siblings, but I didn't expect it to be this way; I thought Isshin would have been the father of both and only managed to escape with Ryuko. This episode started off dispelling my theory... then confirming it. Now I just want to know how Isshin resuscitated Ryuko. At least now we know why the weapon was a scissor, and why there's a "decapitation mode." ... holy shit it's all starting to come together. Is it next week yet? D:

 

In other anime: I've started watching Gurren Lagann again because who needs a reason other than it's Gurren Lagann? Also, I've started Sword Art Online. It's another anime my friend likes and I've actually heard positive things about (except on here, as a quick browse of the thread showed me). Only six episodes in, and... it's decent? I dunno, it's not bad, but the pacing's kind of off, and the Grimlock plot had a really stupid ending, but it's okay so far. Just okay. 

[Fabbrizio]

On the topic of Kill la Kill:

Spoiler

Isshin was only a foster father, I thought - when they're talking about Kiryuin's father, Ragyo calls him some other name - it started with an S, I'd have to go back and look. He was also depicted as much younger, in his late 20s early 30s. I don't think it's the same guy at all - I think Ragyo's husband (Mr. "S") fathered Satsuki and Ryuko biologically, and Matoi was taken in by Isshin. But it doesn't answer some of the other questions. I'm guessing Ryuko's survival has something to do with finding the missing puzzle piece that allowed her to merge with the life fibers - since Isshin was also a part of nudist beach, I'm guessing that means Senketsu's creation was a necessary evil in the process of keeping her alive. That, or Isshin was evil the whole time, which would be so typical of Hiroyuki Imaishi.

 

On the topic of Sword Art Online:
It's a pretty terrible series all together. I recommend Log Horizon instead. 

Edited by Fabbrizio, 14 February 2014 - 05:08 PM.

[The Satellite]

Kill la Kill

Oh, I know Isshin was just a foster father now, I just originally theorized he was their biological father, that's what I meant. Mr. S was "Souchirou." ... I think that's how they spelled it. I saw the Underwater sub instead because I was tired of waiting on Crunchyroll (and by that I mean tired of waiting on HorribleSubs waiting on Crunchyroll), which tends to translate/spell some words... differently. Like Ryuko to Ryuuko, Ragyo to Ragyou, Kiryuin to Kiryuuin... And "Ultima Uniform" instead of "Goku Uniform," "Godrobe" instead of "Kamui," "Four Devas" instead of "Elite Four"... yeah, I don't really care for Underwater, I only use them when the delays get really unbearable.

[Fabbrizio]

Well, it's not incorrect, just confusing if your continuity is based on another subber's vocabulary. The extra "u"s are just long vowels. Adding the U after the O is the correct romaji for a long vowel, but since japanese long vowels are just a literal longer pronunciation instead of the english altered pronunciation (japanese "ou" is just pronounced "ohh" instead of "oo"). But since that gets confusing for people not familiar with japanese pronunciation, it's easier to shorten it to just the O.

Edited by Fabbrizio, 14 February 2014 - 05:16 PM.

[The Satellite]

I definitely understand that, it's just, as you said, confusing when I'm used to seeing one way of it being spelled for so long.

[coolgamer012345]

I am watching Pokemon, About halfway through Season 1.

[The Satellite]

So that Kill la Kill...

 

Spoiler

And my theory was right after all, that Isshin Matoi was the father of both girls, just... not in the way I expected. Holy shit, this show isn't letting up with the blows. And now Ryuko is having a fit, hoping she calms down soon; this whole "I'm not gonna wear Senketsu" thing keeps happening. First after she turned berserk, then when she learned he was a weapon against other Life Fibers (though that lasted all of less than ten minutes), and then now. Well hopefully it's the last time. Five episodes left I believe (assuming the show's only 24 episodes though I never found actual confirmation on that), hopefully this all leads up to a stunning conclusion.

[JetBox]

I have never watched Anime before, and I don't believe I am particularly interested in it, but I thought that it was popular I would give it a shot. My friend recommended Sword Art Online, buy I decided to watch Nichijou, as I see it is recommended here, and TS has his profile pic and signature bar with it, one of the only anime things I can recognize here. Also thought it would be a good introduction to Anime. I don't think Pokemon counts, as I only watched it from ages 4-7.

 

And after watching the first episode, I was hooked. Don't understand Japanese culture much, but it is still hilarious. Will definitely watch more.

 

Lol, crash into someone causes an explosion.

[The Satellite]

As far as anime goes, you just have to find the kinds that are right for you. Do you like comedy? Action? Adventure? Romance? Nichijou is a solid first pick though. It has no real overarching plot, just a setting and great characters with goofy scenarios. It isn't completely disconnected to the point there's no continuity, but just follows the lives of the main characters and some side characters. ... with pretty insane results. But as far as I understand it, that's how most "slice-of-life" anime progress. Er, not necessarily with the insanity, but that can be easily be present as well.

 

Beware though, things can get awkward when it comes to, er, Mio's drawings. These don't get a whole lot of focus though, but even when they do the situations revolving around them are so ridiculous that it still ends up being incredibly entertaining.

 

If you want to try out other anime on the side, my easiest recommendation is Gurren Lagann. Has a bit of fanservice (though it's usually played for laughs and only in the unedited episode six does it border on gratuitous), but also tons of action, great story, great soundtrack, and awesome characters. It's a "mecha" anime, but a damn good one. Probably my favorite series of anything ever.

 

I'm not sure how much weight my recommendations can hold, since the only anime I tend to watch are ones that interest me, or came at the recommendation of a friend, or were popular enough among my friends that they might warrant a watch, but hopefully this helps a bit. I could probably count the amount of anime series I've finished on two hands, among others I've started and didn't like enough to progress or tried to give a chance then gave up on.

[Russ]

As somebody who doesn't normally like anime, I have two recommendations: Gurren Lagann and Attack on Titan. GL is honestly one of my favorite stories ever. Yes, it gets a bit over the top sometimes and the fanservice made me roll my eyes once in a while... but the plot is so damn good. As is the music. As are the visuals. As is basically everything about it. Attack on Titan is also really great; It has enough twists to keep you guessing, is generally pretty incredibly awesome, has great music, and really only suffers from pacing issues at a few point. Downside of that would be if you like watching things in English, the dub doesn't come out until next month.

[The Satellite]

I don't know if he's ready for Attack on Recap yet. 

[JetBox]

Thanks for the suggestions you two. I will definitely check them out as soon as I finish Nichijou.

 

Speaking of Nichijou, I love it! Yuko and Hakase are my favorite characters, but Nana and Mio are pretty good too. I would watch this show more, but my parents think all anime is porn for some reason, so I can't watch it all the time. Watched the first 3 episodes though.

[LinktheMaster]

If you give me an idea what western stuff you like (cartoons, TV shows, movies, whatever), I may be able to give you some recommendations.

 

IMO, anime is a lot like western TV.  There's pretty much something for everyone since it varies so much in content.  There are comedies, action, romance, drama, etc anime series.  It's just that unfortunately you have to wade through a lot of crap oftentimes to find the gems out there.

[thepsynergist]

Thinking I should start Log Horizon, since I've Stein's Gate/SAO/AoT under my belt.

 

Also, if anyone is in the San Jose, California area on Memorial Day weekend, I recommend you check out FanimeCon.  It'll be my 4th time there, and it would be cool to meet some fellow forum members if they happen to be in the area.