Ragnarok the Animation Episode 26 Discussion

iamupinacloud said:
I'm happy to finally be through and to have finished this pile of garbage. It seems like one of those anime where you know there was much more potential to have been gained but instead they just made nearly every character brainless and it's just a shame knowing the series could've been that much more greater than what it was. I have absolutely seen much worse but this was still nothing to look back on and think "Oh yeah, I can see myself re-watching this fore sure.." Errmm nah! I haven't played the game and have read a lot of comments posted from people who have claimed how they were so disappointed after watching this. I can imagine it would be that much worse. On the bright side though, not all of it was complete cringe but I'd have to say that a majority of it was. 

iamupinacloud said:
@Sekiro94 Haha. No need to apologize! My essay was a good read as well.. ;p
BTW, I know how you feel when you say that you wanted to finish what you started. I'm the same way with anime. I've watched every single anime under the "completed" section of my list from beginning to end. I always have to finish what I start because sometimes a series can bloom into something spectacular later on. This is why I don't abide by the "3 episode rule" and think people who do so have missed out on so many incredible experiences. The only ones I've "dropped" are due to my mind not being able ignore the horrible CGI in an anime.

iamupinacloud said:
@Sekiro94 @Sekiro94 Yeah for sure haha! There are definitely folks who say such things in regards to animation to the point where it's as though they attempt to use it as an excuse for a redeeming quality in an otherwise terribly executed series. It's like, "It's okay. I understand you secretly loved watching the anime so no need to go so far. I won't scold you for enjoying whatever floats yr boat." I dunno, perhaps I'm wrong. I acknowledge how everyone has their own opinions and tastes so in the end I wouldn't ever go to the extent of telling others they are wrong to have liked what interests them. A series can indeed have spot on animation but that's definitely not all that's required to make a good anime. I've seen plenty anime with great plots, characters and their developments, respectful/faithful adaptaions from the source material, and proper pacing etc. but with animation that wasn't as up to par as what I had hoped and they were still really good! One example off the top of my head would have to be an anime which ended up being one of my favorite of hidden gems and that was Kaze no Youjinbou. It's one series that is also rated rather low so it's an underdog hidden gem in my opinion. Another good anime that was in the same underdog/hidden gem category was The Third: The Girl with the Blue Eye. Master Keaton is another great series. Especially when you're watching multiple anime and want one in the list that's of a more episodic nature but is still overall relevant. Let's see, I really enjoyed R.O.D. (Read or Die) OVA and the R.O.D. TV series. I liked how it was a more unique approach to anime where there are girls with supernatural abilities. These are all fairly older and less popular titles. Also, you're more than welcome to sift through my "completed" list. I think I'm a bit generous with my ratings.. but I just love anime. xD I'd recommend any series in the 9-10 zone. Some 7 and 8s are great as well. It all depends on what you like or feel like watching in the moment too.

iamupinacloud said:
@Sekiro94 Yeah I completely understand what you mean in regards to older anime. That's not to say that there aren't some good and/or unpredictable/take you by surprise writing to be found amongst a few minds of newer generation adapted anime and mangaka. But they are definitely more spread out than they once were. Perhaps their prominence has diminished due to the increase of the populous since the 80s and 90s, making it so there are more mangaka who are pushing to get their series adapted into anime. I think many of the big wigs in charge of selecting what is or isn't to be adapted are partially to blame for the sheer amount of predictable genres and story premises in today's world. I'm actually watching an anime from the mid 90s (?…) called Fushigi Yugi. It's an early Isekai. So far it's had some good laughs blended in with the drama of the plot. I like how unexpected the humor is in many older series. Like, "Whaaat?! As if they just said that sh!t. Hahah! I wouldn't be surprised if you've already seen it cuz yeah, it wasn't until after I sent you the previous recommendations that I noticed how many anime you've completed! Wowza! I thought I'd seen a lot.
I've also got X in my watching list. It's a late 90s Madhouse anime But I ended up watching 5 or 6 eps years ago and forgot about it so I'm also currently rewatching it. Also, if you haven't yet then be sure to check out Vampire D movie from the 80s. It's based off a 4 volume LN series. And speaking of Madhouse, in late 90s/early 2000s they adapted one of the 4 Vampire D LNs into a pretty badass film. Hells is another good Madhouse movie full of eye candy animation. There's another interesting mid 90s series I remember watching about a year ago now but I can't remember the name… It was done by the same studio who did Neon Genesis Evangelion. It's a good adventure series! I'll try to remember the name of it. Another interesting older anime was Fantastic Children. There's a studio called BeeTrain and they have a certain charm to their anime. I don't know what it is about them but their adaptations always leave me with a deep nostalgic feeling. I think they did Noir and El Cazador de la Bruja.
Anyways, apologies for the long ass messages! It's just that I could go on forever when talking about different series that have left an imprint on me. Also, if you have any suggestions then I'm all ears too! I'm not picky either and enjoy all sorts of genres. Out of all genres, I find Ecchi/over the top fan service to be kinda mehh and predictable in my opinion but I've also seen some awesome ecchi series so I'm open to any suggestions. For example, when it comes to fan service, I found I enjoyed the series Freezing. I don't avoid the genre but rather I think I enjoy others more.
Anyways, ✌️peace out and good talk! lol.