Anime Pub Thread v.503

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 7:17 am

not really. just feel like i'm TOTALLY missing something in the series that you guys likely caught earlier on.

TheDarkOne · Post by **TheDarkOne** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 7:47 am

it's ok, i dont like Rah all that much either. I didnt get the big hoopla about it either, i mean it was kinda cool... but ultimately i just couldnt dig it all that much.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 8:18 am

Fail/lose/etc.

How can you be fucking clueless 20 episodes in? You're probably half-assing it. Not impressed, whatever, but clueless? I'm not buying it.

Arashi · Post by **Arashi** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 8:34 am

I haven't seen the last three episodes of Rah but I really like it. In fact, today I just got the artbook for it. So pretty.

The first time watching, I got a bit confused because of the weird relationships but after reading some stuff online, it made it sense. But I'm obviously still missing out a bunch because I didn't read/or want to read anything for the last three ep.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 8:48 am

Well like I said, the trip back to Tokyo Jupiter should have provided plenty of answers (even though plenty are still left after that), so I don't see how a claim of "cluelessness" is plausible, unless you really just aren't paying attention at all.

RX certainly rewards paying close attention to the character interactions and the story that gradually unravels itself as it looms in the background. I don't agree at all that the characters have no depth; as I'm sure I've mentioned, RX's ensemble is my absolute favorite. Eva's are more intense, but RX sets up a very intricate web between a more expansive cast and does it near flawlessly. If anything, Quon is one of the flatter characters in the series... I suppose I just don't understand LoR's perspective at all. I'm also taken aback by his disapproval for the music, which is the exact opposite for me... but to each his own on that regard, I suppose, even though I liked it a lot...

Garbo · Post by **Garbo** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 12:00 pm

Leftover wrote:Twenty episodes in now.

Still clueless. Still not impressed.

heh ;]

thirdchildren · Post by **thirdchildren** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 1:00 pm

RahXephon pwns, I can't see how people think its such an Eva clone, I mean, there's a lot of similariies, but the series really holds it's own. Though i had to watch it twice to be sure

. I agree with Doom about the music, it's totally fantastic and very fitting with the series.

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 2:26 pm

Oh god the music is probably the worst part of the show. Every time Rahx bothers to 'fight' (if you even want to call it fighting) that synthesizer kicks in and my ears tune out. The music used during slower scenes is much better though.

And I'm clueless because I'm clueless, plain and simple. Of course I've been paying attention, and yes I understand what's going on to an extent, but that doesn't mean any of it has been easy for me to take in, because it hasn't.

And the two people who died already were like worthless deaths. One gets an episode's worth of development, the other gets about fourty seconds worth and a hankerchief. What a waste.

Regardless, I'll go and try and finish the series now.

Garbo · Post by **Garbo** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 2:48 pm

[06:46] <Doom> well personally
[06:46] <Doom> i think lor has better taste

:)

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 3:25 pm

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 4:02 pm

the music takes a different approach in handling the fights with a lot of DISCORD, i.e. cacophony, i.e. somewhat ties into the motifs of the show! it doesn't make for easy listening off the OSTs and you're free to hate on it, but it's pretty obvious that you're not digging into the atmosphere of the show, which is what it's all about

you might as well NOT finish the series, you're not getting anything out of it

in fact it's probably safe to say that you got the least out of it among anyone here who has seen it, though there are plenty of people who don't like rx out there

i agree with sally in that it was probably overhyped for you, but still... what a waste indeed

go watch your lacus

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 5:08 pm

Too late, already finished it.

Surprise surprise, I loved the ending (even though I saw it coming like way too early, thanks to the stupid opening).

As for watching the series again to understand it better? I'll pass. It is what it is.

Expect a thread in a few days.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 10:46 pm

What's the point in making a thread? It's already obvious that you didn't get much from it (notice I didn't say you didn't get it, since apparently your definition of "clueless" is a little different), so what's there to say? I've certainly said my fill, regardless of whether or not you liked the ending.

"It is what it is"? So, watching it again to understand it better? No, since apparently you do understand it but just can't take it seriously. Watching it again to appreciate it more? That sounds better. But you won't. So yes, I agree, don't. Don't bother with the movie either.

Last One · Post by **Last One** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 11:25 pm

Hohohoh, somebody else that didn't like RX

Have a nice day

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 11:27 pm

Ah yes, I suppose the spic liked RX even less than you did, but then again we all know that he smokes a pack of black cocks daily, so it must be all that Negro semen flowing through his veins talking.

Last One · Post by **Last One** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 11:29 pm

Doom wrote:Ah yes, I suppose the spic liked RX even less than you did, but then again we all know that he smokes a pack of black cocks daily, so it must be all that Negro semen flowing through his veins talking.

You are just jealous ;{

Have a nice day

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 12:03 am

I'll make a thread because I want to, and because I have questions.

So relax.

HKK · Post by **HKK** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 8:00 am

rah didn't need any explanation after watching it imo. Only a few questions really. Unless you're like really slow you understand most of the story by episode 20. Especially after 19.

Last One · Post by **Last One** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 8:10 am

himurokoken wrote:rah didn't need any explanation after watching it imo. Only a few questions really. Unless you're like really slow you understand most of the story by episode 20. Especially after 19.

Ohhh I had the show at the first episode, that it sucked

Have a nice day

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 8:51 am

well, as long as you know that you're wrong

Garbo · Post by **Garbo** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 11:06 am

All this Rahxephon hate is really turning me on.

:D

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 2:57 pm

I am really slow.

I thought you guys knew this by now.

Garbo · Post by **Garbo** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 3:15 pm

I don't think I'm physically capable of getting through ep 1 of Maria-sama.

I just can't do it. It's so fucking faggy.

Seriously the show appears to be 120% intended for girls. And the Aishiteruze artwork isn't helping in the slightest.

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 4:19 pm

Actually the show's demographic is strictly aimed at males, roughly in the range of young teens to young adults.

It's also categorized as a harem anime (???) save without an actual guy like EVERY harem before it. Obviously why it's so popular, because it's girl x girl. Watch out though, you'll see clones popping up soon enough.

And believe it or not, I thought along the same lines as you Garbo, because the show was just so vastly different from anything I had seen before, but I gave it another shot with the second episode, and here I am absolutely adoring every aspect of the show.

I have to say that it really is a hit or miss type of deal though. No action. No fan service. No absurdly crazy hijinks. No aliens. No GUYS. Just plenty of drama with the utmost level of purity you'll ever come across in an anime (save Belldandy).

;p

Henchman #2 · Post by **Henchman #2** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 8:14 pm

Hey Doom, whats to look forward to in UPS? I really don't want to download the rest of this series unless I know there's something big or exciting to happen later on, because right now I'm more than willing to drop it.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 8:21 pm

well, given its length it's bound to build upon itself, but if you're looking for something epic or profound then don't bother. i've said this many times but it's a good kids' adventure show and if that's not what you're looking for, then no need to force yourself.

Seta · Post by **Seta** » Sat Nov 06, 2004 10:07 pm

It's the "opposite" of the Lord of the Flies in alot of ways. Similar setting but way different theme. It's good though if you like heavily character driven shows with a kid's show touch to it.

no name · Post by **no name** » Sun Nov 07, 2004 11:20 am

My personal opinion on UPS is that.. its an "OK" show. It gets VERY annoying at some points, but for the most part its bearable. Its definitely not a BAD anime, but it definitely isnt the best, either. I really dont think it should be as long as it is... it takes on up too much space for a such mediocre show

.

Garbo · Post by **Garbo** » Sun Nov 07, 2004 1:49 pm

Doom, tell me how Kyuu figured out that the picture book artist stabbed her husband.

The stabbing bit, it was never mentioned at all how he figured that part out.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Sun Nov 07, 2004 4:30 pm

Dan told him on the phone that the victim was stabbed boi.

Killey · Post by **Killey** » Sun Nov 07, 2004 10:28 pm

I just recently picked up the DVD to Submarine 707R and it was even better than what I was expecting. It's based on an old manga of the same creator as Blue Submarine no.6 and it completely ownz. Unfortunately, it was cut down from 6 episodes to only 2 episodes and doesn't really conclude anything but it's still a great OAV. Basically, if you liked Blue Sub no.6 then you'll like Submarine 707R.

Garbo · Post by **Garbo** » Mon Nov 08, 2004 1:33 am

Doom wrote:

Dan told him on the phone that the victim was stabbed boi.

Well he was like "Sensei...the victim was stabbed by any chance, were they?"

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Mon Nov 08, 2004 5:52 am

Bah I don't remember then, I know it made sense when I watched it.

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 7:16 am

Up to 10 of Seed.

Lacus = A much better character than I had previously thought and CUTE PINK PANTY ASS <3.

Haro = Not as STUPID annoying as I thought.

Frey = Queen bitch, but great facial expressions and passionate with her emotions.

Kira = Complete and utter fag. By every viable definition available. Ever.

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 1:32 pm

Up to 13 now, good shit! Loving the drama, actions not as bad as I thought it was, too many deaths I don't care for, music's good, I like it!

Oh and:

HKK · Post by **HKK** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 3:05 pm

You may think he's a fag now, but wait till you see the whole show!

Kira = major pimp

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 3:16 pm

oh i know he gets all the bitches, but he still reeks of fag.

;p!

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 5:10 pm

Garbo · Post by **Garbo** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 5:15 pm

KIRA MUST BE STOPPED

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 5:58 pm

Look at him in that shot, it's like he's about to be eaten by a wild bear, and his clothing reeks of super fag.

HKK · Post by **HKK** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 7:37 pm

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 7:39 pm

fag fag fag fag fag fag fag fag fag fag fag fag fag

Kokaku · Post by **Kokaku** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 8:13 pm

Yeah, he is like super gay. And send RX and SEED to Mikers when you're done. I'll have him send you the stuff I sent him once he finishes.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 8:46 pm

KIRA AIN'T GOOD ENOUGH FOR MY PRECIOUS PRECIOUS LACUS HALP

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 9:23 pm

No you twit, I'm actually looking foward to the relationships in the show, but his entire character design, the damn clothes he wears (ESPECIALLY THE CLOTHES), and his personality just reeks of flaming homosexual, like Queer Eye for the Gudam Guy man.

GAY TO THE MAX.

HKK · Post by **HKK** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 9:40 pm

For some one who has only seen 10 episodes you sure do know a lot given that he gets fucking laid in about 7 more eps and the fact that he ends up Lacus in the end. I mean, the fucking OP signifies this and spoils shit for you before you even see them.

Nub.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 9:58 pm

i've never seen someone worked up over something so stupid

well, i have

Leftover · Post by **Leftover** » Tue Nov 09, 2004 10:39 pm

who the fuck who said i was worked up?

you should definetely know me better than that doom. seriously.

Killey · Post by **Killey** » Wed Nov 10, 2004 12:38 am

I don't see how Kira's clothes could be gay since every other male officer wears something similar. If you are referring to his regular clothes I thought there was a poor choice of colors but other than that his clothes almost look identical to Iori's from KoF.

Doom · Post by **Doom** » Wed Nov 10, 2004 2:58 am

edit: whatever i don't give a fuck

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