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May 7, 2014 1:11 AM
#51
I must read the LN, as everyone says this is anime is rushed as fuck |
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May 7, 2014 2:46 AM
#52
It;s a good show so far but an overall 4/5, never had the feeling of a 5/5 ep. Looks promising though. |
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May 7, 2014 3:20 AM
#53
Last episode, cute Kayo died. This episode, adorable Tina is introduced. Hope she sticks around.. I'm liking Miori a looooot more than Kisara since she's more direct with her feelings! Wish she'll have a lot of screen time! |
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May 7, 2014 3:58 AM
#54
Better than the last episode, but still feels a bit off. Rentaro was a boss telling those guards to shut up XD Another loli, and she'll probably be the next one to go. Looks like Kisara is a reliable fighter, hope to see her do something useful in the upcoming episodes. Overall great episode 4/5 for now. |
May 7, 2014 5:00 AM
#55
for those who are interested, ima put all the stuff which got cut out: prolouge part Chang Hong is running away down a street towards freedom. He had already run 5 kilometers and his body felt unbearable pain. Thinking back his high school friends always teased him saying he should work out more. Damn it, they were right! A girl that's younger to him by 3 years asked him if he's alright. Unlike him she's hardly winded. Her red eyes shone in the darkness indicating that she's one of the cursed children. They continued to run while Chang Hong thought to himself that they can't afford to get caught or else they would get thrown back into that dark place. However 5 kilometers had taken a toll on him and he tripped. Julian seeing that it's hopeless if they kept on running instructed him to continue running while she held off the pursuer. She then turned and started fighting the pursuer. Chang Hong screamed at her that she can't hope to fight the enemy initiator. Just as he said this Julian got knocked back hard and hit the ground like a ball. This caused Chang Hong to turn white in terror. Julian wasn't even close to a match, the enemy initiator is far stronger than he had imagined. He picked up Julian and continued running. He soon saw a Ferris wheel. It appears to be an amusement park. Hoping to lose them among the crowds of the amusement park he entered it but it's to deserted. Even though it was a weekend evening he couldn't find any crowds. Looking back Chang Hong jumped in terror. The two pursuers had caught up already. "Crime is absolutely unacceptable. I can't forgive you guys." The twin tailed, red haired 10 year old girl said. "Nice job Enju" the other pursuer a gorgeous 16 year old girl who’s seemingly the twin tailed girls promoter, said. She then turned to face Julian and Chang Hong. "You two are Chang Hong and Julian right? Tendo Civil Security Company has been commissioned to catch you guys." Tendo Civil Security Company............ this name seemed familiar, upon searching his memories he came to a realization. “Tendo Civil Security Company, don’t tell me, you guys are that Tendo Civil Security Company”. “Oh so you know of us?” “More than just know.” When Tokyo was on the verge of destruction the one that saved it was Tendo Civil Security Company. While the name of the savior of Tokyo had been kept under wraps from the public (likely due to fear of another country catching wind of it and kidnapping or assassination the savior), it couldn’t stop the name “Rentaro Satomi” from spreading all over the mines. “That’s right. We’re Tendo Civil Security Company and I’m the president Kisara Tendo. And you guys fell for our trick. Because Satomi-kun works here at this amusement park”. This info caused the two to be stunned by fear. “Look, this is the pride of Tendo Civil Security Company. The strongest Promoter, RENTARO SATOMI”. With a dramatic flair, Kisara called out. The two fell to the ground in despair. It’s over. The ridiculously strong initiator was already more than enough. Add in the legendary Promoter? It meant instant death. The two closed their eyes and awaited their death. But it didn’t come, causing the two to open their eyes in confusion. Kisara to looked confused. “Enju-chan. I thought you said Satomi-san worked here?” “I also have no clue. I wanted to see his workplace many times but Rentaro always said absolutely not, even if I die I won’t let you here”. The four looked around in confusion and upon closer inspection, although this place was very deserted there’s one place with plenty of children. It was the magical girl show, and the kids are kicking and beating a figure wearing magical girl clothes. Getting beat is likely the job of the unpopular character “magical girl violet” from the magical girl anime. “Kill it!”, “Get rid of her”, “Hehee”, “Quickly die”. Vague screams followed the children’s beatings. Kisara stared unamused. “Can it be”? “-Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa, fuck it, you kids are so annoying”. With that declaration the “magical girl” stood up. “She” preceded to take of the mask on “her” head revealing the sweating face of a teenage male with sinister eyes. “Be more considerate of me. You shitty kids. God damn it I want to beat you guys up.” At first the kids were excited but that excitement soon turned into terrified frenzy upon seeing the teen burst out of the magical girl costume. “Violet died”, “Some weirdo popped out”, “So terrifying”. “Hey, don’t cry. I’m telling you to not cry. Look I’m a magical girl………………………………….. Oh screw it. Yes, I’m some kind of alien larvae that emerged from Magical Girl Violet’s belly. Are you happy now, little bastards”. Upon saying that the youth threw the mask and the wand on the floor and stomped over to the direction of the 4 (while still wearing the magical girl suit). Kisara looked surprised, and crossed her arms and complained: “Satomi-kun’s to slow. You should’ve came, the instant I called you”. “Even if you say that Kisara-san. I risked my life to protect Tokyo. Why is the company income still smaller than a convenient store? Because of this, I’m force to take this kind of degrading job, as a human punching bag.” “At working hours, call me president. And our low wage is because of you, Rentaro-san. After defeating the stage 5 gastrea, gastrea activity has gone down drastically. Because of that in the past month we only finished one commission. Did you know Rentaro-san, that due to that, a certain other person had an income of 0 for the past month. You. Piece. Of. Trash.” After getting told off Rentaro groaned. He then noticed the two on the side. “Those two are?” “Capture targets.” “Government job?” “Nope. A job from another civil security”. “Oh? Nothing unusual then.” Muttering how boring this job is Rentaro turned to them and asked, “Well then, what are you two guilty of?” The two glanced at each other before Chang Hong recounted how due to his dad’s debt he got caught by a bunch of underworld gangs and forced to work in varium mine. That varium mine also hired civil security guards to look over it. When a bunch of people rebelled he took that chance to escape with Julian. Somehow they managed to grab a Jeep and escape to Tokyo. After hearing this the 3 members obviously didn’t agree to their capture and Rentaro asked Kisara what should they do. However Kisara revealed that she already contacted their benefactor, and told him that they had found the target. As Rentaro questioned her on what she meant by benefactor a crossbow bolt pierced the cement underneath Chang Hong’s leg. “Finally found you. You shitty brats”. Chang Hong almost let out a scream. It’s the cruel promoter that he knew from the mines that killed 3 people because he disliked them. His name is revealed to be Haga. “You dared to trick me, prepare yourself, I’ll feed your corpses to the pigs”. I have to escape, Chang Hong thought but he can’t. Haga pointed his crossbow and prepared to fire but Rentaro cut in. “Wait a sec, old man. Are you the civil security guard that hired us? Where’s your initiator?” Haga just noticed Rentaro and sneering said: “I’ll give you your reward, so shut up, you dogs.” “Idiot, I’m asking you, where’s your initiator”. Rentaro unflinchingly stared at Haga. Feeling fear, Haga moved his eyes away and told him. “Tch, now that you mention it I once had one. But because she always barked nonstop so I killed her. Because it was determined to be death by duty, so I guess I’ll be getting another initiator latter to replace……..” “Tendo style” “Eh?” “Phasing ghost fist.” (Not at all accurate since the author deliberately chooses impossible words to name Tendo Style attacks but whatever). Rentaro’s fist made contact with Haga’s face breaking his nose, knocking off three front teeth, and also sending him flying 3 meters in the process. “Don’t screw with me! People like you bring shame to civil security guards. If you’re still a civil security guard the next time I meet you, I’ll kill you!” Rentaro cursed at the fallen Haga but stiffened up instantly once he realized the implications of what he done. Then ashamed he turned to Kisara who held her head like she developed a headache. “Sorry, I screwed up again.” “Why did you have to send the benefactor flying, Satomi-san. Do you know how many times this makes, where we can’t get any payment. If you want to kick his ass, kick it after we get paid.” “You only care about that!” Chang Hong was shocked at this development. Rentaro borrowed paper from Kisara and after writing down some address handed it to Chang Hong. He then instructed him to go look for Tadashima (the detective in the first chapter of volume 1) who should be able to help them. Hong Chang didn’t know what to say to this act of kindness. Kisara’s phone started ringing and she picked up. “Rentaro-san, we finally have a prey, a stage 1 gastrea has been spotted in distract 23. Seems to have come in from flying”. “Wait, Kisara-san, this is distract 11……… do you want to call a taxi”. Kisara propped up her bike. “Don’t be silly, we don’t have any money. Run, right now!” Rentaro realized that he’s still in his magical girl attire. “Then help me, this zipper is broken, I can’t open it by myself” Both Enju and Kisara eyes shined and they both let out a small laugh. “That suits you, Satomi-san”, “Looks good Rentaro” Rentaro hang his head. “Give me a break”. Rentaro chased after Enju and Kisara who are riding a bike. This was all reflected from Chang Hong’s eyes. Asking nothing in return, carrying out their own justice. “That’s real civil security guard”. After that Chang Hong asked Julian to be his initiator and she promptly agreed. The number of pair of civil security guards logged into IISO, 24000. Squeezed inside the monolith, the world slowly headed to destruction. Initiator, and Promoter. Using their inner power to combat gastrea- they are the last hope of humanity. best part of the prolouge At first the kids were excited but that excitement soon turned into terrified frenzy upon seeing the teen burst out of the magical girl costume. “Violet died”, “Some weirdo popped out”, “So terrifying”. “Hey, don’t cry. I’m telling you to not cry. Look I’m a magical girl………………………………….. Oh screw it. Yes, I’m some kind of alien larvae that emerged from Magical Girl Violet’s belly. Are you happy now, little bastards”. Upon saying that the youth [it was rentaro] threw the mask and the wand on the floor and stomped over to the direction of the 4 (while still wearing the magical girl suit). i wanted to see this animated... oh well discussion between satomi and douchebag bodyguard [btw, the translator didnt bother with translating the name, instead, he changed it to "dick"] “Stop right there.” Turning around Rentaro discovered guns pointed at him. The attackers are Seitenshi’s security guards. 1 of them was standing look out outside the bathroom, 2 of them had their guns pointed at Rentaro, 2 of them was just taken out by Rentaro just now (lol, even without releasing Rentaro easily took out 2 guards who got the drop on him, competency issues everywhere), and the captain, Dick had his hands behind his back and was looking at Rentaro with eyes of scorn. “Oi, what the hell are you guys doing?” Dick walked over, and using his Saber pierced the wall by Rentaro. Threatening he said: “Rentaro Satomi, decline the commission, guarding Seitenshi-sama is our duty.” “Huh?” “I don’t found you pleasing to the eye. What kind of accomplishment is defeating the stage 5 gastrea anyway? You just happened to be standing near the railgun. If I was there I could’ve been the hero that defeated the Zodiac.” “…….” (Really wished that Rentaro pointed out the fucking chances of actually hitting the stage 5 gastrea and how he had to fight Kagetone + Kohina beforehand to this douchebag instead of just “…….”) “Why you? The person that Tendo-sama entrusted Seitenshi to was me. The substitute for Tendo-sama’s position was originally supposed to be me.” “Aren’t you always guarding her?” “Dumbass, this and sitting in a car with her are two different things.” Dick’s expression has taken on a leer. “Seitenshi-sama has grown into a real beauty, she's already 16 years old. Don’t you think Tokyo area needs an heir already?” “Oh so it’s like that, so that’s your purpose.” Dick pulled out his gun and pointed it at Rentaro. “Shut up and tell me your answer already”. “Stop screwing around with me”. Dick indicated to his comrades. “Break his arms and legs.” The two tried to restrain Rentaro but Rentaro struggled free pulled out his pistol and shot (which also alerted nearby people), his shot missed. The guards reacted with shock and panic however (In case you didn’t notice these guards have some mental deficits they need to work out, you try to break the arms and legs of a civil security guard who’s obviously armed and you didn’t expect them to shot you? These guys are just lucky that Rentaro didn’t take them seriously enough to use his limbs) and Dick threatened to destroy Rentaro (hahahahahahaha) before they ran away. The gunshot had alerted nearby staff that came to check out the incident. Upon Rentaro explaining the situation, the staff understood and escorted him out the building. Apparently Rentaro wasn’t the only one that figured out what dicks the security guards are. Rentaro mused to himself that Seitenshi’s bodyguards are far from honest and diligent. He worried for her safety with these guards and decided to take the commission. discussion between rentaro and sougen (the leader from other city) Rentaro, Seitenshi and Enju arrived at the embassy. An 86 storey tall building is the meeting place, as a side note it’s explained that buildings have progressively became taller and taller to accommodate for the small area size caused by the gastrea. Rentaro and Seitenshi left Enju outside and went in. As they went in Rentaro noted that Seitenshi’s dress which exposed her skin is very simulating (pervert Rentaro mode activate!). He guilty averted his eyes however and briskly questioned her: “Do we have to leave Enju behind? Having her would be safer.” “We can’t bring a kid to such a formal occasion.” Rentaro sighed to himself at Seitenshi’s reply. They went in and Seitenshi asked the manager for a special key. Then they went to ride the elevator and Seitenshi inserted the key to a secret keyhole and they went to the usually forbidden top floor. “………So do you really not know what Sougen Saitake want to talk about?” “Yes, I have absolutely no clue. To be more exact-” Seitenshi glanced at Rentaro. “-I have never met with Sougen before.” Hearing that Rentaro is surprised but mused to himself that it really isn’t all that shocking, since the founding of Tokyo there has been many changes to the ruler of Tokyo. The first generation who established Tokyo, the second generation who died in less than one year due to disease. Like that Seitenshi somehow became the ruler of Tokyo. With that in mind this girl could be considered a 1st grader in politics. “Satomi-san, do you know President Sougen?” “………Yeah, I guess you can say that. Once I was adopted by Tendo, Kikunojyo wanted to groom me into a politician so he brought to all kinds of political parties. I had contact with him on a couple of occasions. But that’s all a thing of the past.” “If that’s the case I want to ask you, from your perspective want kind of person is President Sougen? Whenever I asked Kikunojyo-san regarding Sougen he would always be unhappy……..” “Adolf Hitler.” “What?” Seitenshi let out a never before seen curious expression. She turned her body and gently rubbed her eyes. “Sorry Satomi-san………..because of recent administrative work I’m a little tired. Can you say it again?” “I’ll repeat then, he’s like Adolf Hitler.” “You’re kidding right?” “I’m being serious here. You know how Sougen had 17 assassination attempts by the citizens of Osaka right? Of course his heavy taxation will cause anyone to get mad. But he doesn’t take it seriously at all. Speaking of which, Seitenshi-sama, the rulers of Sapporo region and Sendai region, as well as Hakata region, all are the same type of person. They are all capable people who in the panic after the Gastrea War rebuild their respective regions in one generation. Have you ever heard the saying, “in times of crisis the old suddenly turn young”? In times of peace anyone can control Japan, but once a crisis comes, we need those old bastards that are accomplished and most importantly dangerous. Therefore in light of that every region’s ruler will honestly say with a straight face, “I’m actually the representative of Japan”, that kind of nonsense. And among them Sougen’s the most dangerous. You should be careful.” (For those that don’t get the Hitler parallel Rentaro’s referring to how Hitler took over Germany as a dictator in the aftermath of WW2 and made it a military based country similar to how Sougen took over Osaka in the aftermath of the Gastrea War and how he intends to make Japan into a military based country (as you'll found out latter in this part). Ironically it should be noted that Kikunojyo who hates Sougen and vice versa also resembles Hitler but in a different way.) “Understand, I understand. Thanks a lot for your advice. I’ll take heed of it.” Seitenshi is somewhat overwhelmed by Rentaro’s sudden detailed exposition, but still nodded in understanding. She then shot Rentaro an uneasy look. “Please don’t leave my side.” (Haha, this can so be taken out of context. Dat ship teasing) “Yeah, yeah”. Seitenshi then gave Rentaro a reprimanding look, and pointed at him. “Also, I hope Satomi-san can hold his bad temper. If Satomi-san’s rudeness insulted Saitake-san and caused an interregional war, it’ll be terrible. Please don’t use rude sayings, like “stop blubbering”, and “stop screwing with me” these types of rude talk is simply unacceptable. “Che, I can’t possibility say that.” (coughliescough) They had then arrived at the top floor. It’s a reception room with Sougen already sitting down on a couch and his escort (bodyguard) standing next to him Once the two came in Sougen stood up from the couch and greeted them. “Nice to meet you, Seitenshi-sama.” He noticed Rentaro nearby and his voice sunk. “……..is that person by you the adopted son of Tendo?” “Isn’t it about time you died already, old man.” (Haha, gotta love how Rentaro broke his agreement with Seitenshi the instant he greeted Sougen.) “…………..A mere civil security guard should speak more carefully. Where do you think this is?” Sougen’s powerful voice roared throughout the room causing Seitenshi to shiver. With a tall figure, sharp eyes, a large beard similar to a lion’s and an intimidating body full of energy, him being 65 years old didn’t show at all. He’s a fearsome foe that can rival Kikunojyo, a crafty politician that drowned his enemies in darkness. “Rentaro, I heard news about you. You actually followed the encouragement of Tendo’s old mother fox and left Tendo………so very stupid. The you right now isn’t a Tendo politician, but a civil security guard that crawls on the ground like an earth worm. I’ll treat you in a manner befitting your status. Don’t forget your own position.” “Old man, your blabbering is so annoying. Position? Family? If you can’t even ignore these inane status when negotiating then you should just fuck around in Osaka and never come out. Whether I’m part of the Tendo house or not I’m still me!” Rentaro had walked up to confront him and their noses almost touched. It’s surprisingly Sougen who broke this tense atmosphere by laughing. Rentaro passed this test. Rentaro looked back to see Seitenshi clutching her dress and her usual pale skin looked even more pale. Oui, calm down Seitenshi-sama that was just a test for us Rentaro thought but didn’t voice out loud. Sougen in a more friendly tone asked. “Is that woodwork craving Buddha doing ok?” Woodwork craving Buddha referred to Kikunojyo. While he’s a politician he also is a professional woodwork artisan. At 62 his works were formally recognized as national treasures. However he had to take an apprentice as a result. Rentaro touched on unpleasant memories and shook his head. “He’s no longer carving, because a certain unruly apprentice run away.” “Oh, are you regretting it?” Rentaro glared at Sougen in response. “Are you trying to found my faults? You know speaking less makes you look smarter.” Seitenshi cut in. “Satomi-san, Kikunojyo-san’s apprentice……….is you? Seems like she only just heard that. “So what?” “No, never mind.” Rentaro replied in anger and Seitenshi quickly gave up her inquiry. After the pleasantries (lol) both leaders set down to negotiate with their escorts standing by their side. Originally Rentaro thought it was to talk about politics but surprisingly Sougen addressed him. “Rentaro, I heard when you defeated the level 5 you used the railgun and wrecked it beyond repair. Do you know how important that thing is?” “What?” “In the art of war there’s the element “clouds”, it means he who occupies the high ground wins. Soldiers that attack from the top of the hill will win. Aircraft dropping bombs will win. The army that spies on the enemy will win-then what’s next after that? The railgun you destroyed was originally meant to be installed onto the moon, a next generation superweapon that snipes gastrea from the moon. And yet you……..” “Wait old man. Hypothetically if that railgun was installed on the moon. Will it really only be used on the gastrea? “Idiot, of course that’s not possible. It’s exactly as you suspect. All of this is preparation for the next generation where we turn Japan into a superpower.” “You intend to use violence to threaten other countries?” Seitenshi couldn’t help but interrupt. Sougen sneered in response and exaggeratedly opened his arms. “Seitenshi-sama, you’re to lacking in ideals. We have to consider the world after all the gastrea is eliminated. Japan should be the world’s biggest superpower and dominate the rest of the world. You should also be aware, 10 years ago all the world’s powers lost their functions as states due to the plunder and destruction of the gastrea. And 10 years later, the nation that recovers the fastest from that catastrophe gain the right to be called world leader. Japan should make that their goal. This is the correct ideology that takes into account the big picture! I’ll use all my power to eradicate those that oppose me, those that are useless, and those that don’t fit under my rule!” Rentaro is speechless. This is pretty much a declaration of war to most of the world. It’s true that there are those that have the same ideals as this man but who dears to utter them? The only one with enough guts is this man. If Rentaro had to point out all that’s screwed up with this man he wouldn’t know where to start. In the first place the chances of defeating all the gastrea is not even a whole number. Despite that this man still wants to kill other humans? If Sumire is here she’ll probably gleefully state, “humans are the kind of creatures that once tired of peace will seek war, and once tired of war will seek peace.” “But you actually………….turned such an excessively big railgun into scrap metal. You trampled on my dreams. Not even a thousand deaths will make up for that.” “Oh but I’m helping you do a test performance. You should thank me, besides the wreckage is still there, if you really want it feel free to recycle it.” “Hmph, but I also have my tolerance. I can give you a chance for redemption.” “Eh?” “I heard you defeated IP ranking 134 combo. Rentaro, a weak region such as Tokyo will perish sooner or later. If you don’t want to be within the subjugated population 5 years latter then come to my side. Us two can take over other countries. Two people side by side paving the road to a new kingdom is worth seeing isn’t it? “Are you kidding, fuck off back to your womb.” “I won’t give up! I’ll collect worthy individuals and add them to my ranks! My will is the will of Japan. The will of Japan is my will!” Seitenshi once again interrupted. “President Sougen, can we enter into negotiations?” Sougen lost his bluster and said, “Yeah we can start”. Two hours later the first of informal talks is over. The only thing that came out of the talks are that both sides understood, Seitenshi and Sougen are irreconcilable mortal enemies. translated by Log from animesuki forum http://forums.animesuki.com/showthread.php?t=114071 Mod Edit: Added extra spoiler tags |
sarroushMay 7, 2014 9:48 AM
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May 7, 2014 7:58 AM
#56
is it just me or did the animation became noticeably worse? http://puu.sh/8CP21.jpg |
May 7, 2014 8:22 AM
#57
May 7, 2014 8:36 AM
#58
RuinsInTheWind said: Reminded me of Hidan no Aria, it was great :D :D :DDAT HOT POT SCENE mekaku_mary said: She will get them, don't worry. After all she's dying really soon ;(Is it just me.. or is enju-chan not getting more screens? other then the fights, i completely forget about her :( it's actually rather disappointing It was a good episode, but I can't help but feel annoyed that it was just a build-up, and I have to wait another whole week now :D Seitenshi is a really good character, she's pretty and I didn't expect her to be so idealistic. I wonder what does Tendo think of this though. -ShadowClaw- said: Same here, he's the best villain this season.Hmn i can still see potential in this series i just hope it keeps it up Does anybody know if the previus villian Kagatane is dead or not beacause i would see it as a waste if they just killed him off like that. feel freee to spoil i just want to know |
May 7, 2014 8:46 AM
#59
Such a good ep! I really love the soundtrack and that hot pot scene was so hilarious!! xD *Enju and Satomi moving the table* hahhaha |
May 7, 2014 9:49 AM
#60
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May 7, 2014 10:43 AM
#62
That table moving scene was pretty damn funny. Seems as though my prediction of loli harem that Rentarou turns into an army to overthrow the loli-haters may well come true, too. morshuwarrior said: I;m just gonna say that this show has one of the worst settings ever. It's becoming increasinly harder to take this show seriously. I'll just keep watching because I'm curious if things get any worse. I'm curious as to what you dislike about the setting, since I think it's rather interesting. If anything is wrong with it, I'd say it's that the show moves at too fast a pace to fully explain or naturally integrate into the story all the setting elements, but that seems like it's more of a pacing issue to me. xJapaliicious said: I must read the LN, as everyone says this is anime is rushed as fuck I haven't read the LNs and I also think this anime is rushed. Even if it were entirely anime original, I think it could benefit from a higher ratio of character-fleshing-out to plot progression than it currently has. I mean, they already seem to have defeated the first main villain and I still don't feel like we really got to know anyone aside from said villain, Rentarou, and Enju. This episode did a decent job of rectifying that, showing Kisara as someone who 1. has hobbies and interests outside her work and 2. apparently is interested in Rentarou romantically. It also gave Seitenshi-sama some depth by having her display her ideals. I tend to agree with Rentarou that she is the type of character who is likely to end up dead, although I really hope she doesn't. |
May 7, 2014 12:07 PM
#63
opondica said: Well, yeah, the story also feels very rushed but that's not why I think it's so bad. In the first episode, it looked like the setting was going to be a bit more like some sort of post-apocalyptic city with monsters crawling around everywhere. THAT would've been interesting, but nope, same old plain city even with schools. I just dislike how kids just go to school as if nothing dangerous is going on even though there clearly is. Perhaps I expected too much :/morshuwarrior said: I;m just gonna say that this show has one of the worst settings ever. It's becoming increasinly harder to take this show seriously. I'll just keep watching because I'm curious if things get any worse. I'm curious as to what you dislike about the setting, since I think it's rather interesting. If anything is wrong with it, I'd say it's that the show moves at too fast a pace to fully explain or naturally integrate into the story all the setting elements, but that seems like it's more of a pacing issue to me. It also doesn't help that I don't care for any of the characters (and a student council president... just, really). Not even Shiro Sagisu's musical talent saves it for me :( |
May 7, 2014 1:43 PM
#64
The new blonde loli better not die. She is best loli ever!! =3 |
May 7, 2014 2:16 PM
#65
Enju, what little time we saw her this week, was cute. The training bit at he beginning was cool, Kisara is rather hardcore with that sword and Enju dodging bullets and kicking the gun away was BA. The meeting with Tina was rather random and that special kind of silly/bland that makes it painful to watch. Rentaro was rather awesome in the bathroom when those D-Bag's tried to threaten him, though. That was nice, rather enjoyed that bit. Overall, I thought it was too slow and didn't follow up last week's episode at all. Last week's episode felt like a series finale, but left us with the information about Enju's possible forthcoming demise and questions about the tricycle. This week picks up with some random "hey I need a bodyguard for no reason other than I'm being selfish, oh! and there just happens to be an assassin I don't know about in town at the exact same time!" Overall, I'm gonna give this one a 5/10 |
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May 7, 2014 3:35 PM
#67
All of a sudden, a new harem member appears in the front door eh? She's kinda interesting, but I don't think she'll contribute that much in the overall plot; just your typical FF Cid XD Haven't read the LN yet, but from what I see, the direction and pacing in this episode is spot-on. |
May 7, 2014 3:48 PM
#68
Wow!, great, ...now this was a nice start to the second season look at all the girls :D, the first season was way shorter than one would expect, and this character development is incredible. The finale last season was really great ..well lets see where this is going. |
May 7, 2014 3:50 PM
#69
Loli added to the harem, turns out to be an assassin. Another girl joins the harem. Apparently a post apocalyptic city-state planned to transport a gun the size of a skyscraper to the moon, and the fact that the guy with this crazy plan is aggressive and loony is perceived by everyone as formidable negotiation abilities. Loli kicks the bullet from a sniper rifle out of the air. Said sniper sees the MC wearing his trademark outfit through telescopic sights, has no idea who he is. This is a dumb show. And not as fun as it was last time. |
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May 7, 2014 4:11 PM
#70
What the hell... This anime had potential. What they've done with art and animation? When i watched this episode i felt like watching someone else's work. I'm disappointed. |
May 7, 2014 7:44 PM
#71
Rentaro getting all the bitches. |
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May 7, 2014 7:56 PM
#72
May 7, 2014 8:35 PM
#73
Hristmas said: What the hell... This anime had potential. What they've done with art and animation? When i watched this episode i felt like watching someone else's work. I'm disappointed. Really? I thought the art and animation was good. I never noticed any difference. That scene with Kisara and Miori. :D |
May 7, 2014 9:13 PM
#74
DeAnimation said: E.g. Seitenshi, Enju and Rentaro after meeting. That scene in car looked horrible.Hristmas said: What the hell... This anime had potential. What they've done with art and animation? When i watched this episode i felt like watching someone else's work. I'm disappointed. Really? I thought the art and animation was good. I never noticed any difference. That scene with Kisara and Miori. :D |
SwietekMay 8, 2014 12:01 AM
May 7, 2014 11:24 PM
#75
I like how calm and cool Rentaro is in this episode; pretty badass MC, doesn't give a damn about 3 girls in his apartment nor fighting XD, how he handle the meeting with Saitake, and reacting quickly on that sniper shot. IDK how he noticed that already. Nice comment when he told Enju about her skirt in combat XD. I kind of know that Tina will turn bad at some point when I grown suspicious on her about that phone call. Although she is a pretty cool character. I'm up for Kisara and Rentaro relationship development, but I guess I need to grew more on her character background. Episode was a build up one, well the start of the new arc. It looks pretty interesting after the previous episode. |
May 8, 2014 12:48 AM
#76
Need more Kisara btw. Also, Yuki Kaji is really doing a great job so far. |
May 8, 2014 2:18 AM
#77
So what, they are trying to assassinate Satomi because he took that dudes position as a gaurd? Nope, got to be way deeper than that. Really curious to what the real reason is though. |
May 8, 2014 4:58 AM
#78
I really like Tina's character design... that hair... that dress... my god that dress is so pretty. Would love to see the Shiba style in action! Tina, please be a good girl! I really like you D: I also like the white hair president... she looks nice in that hat and dress, though I feel like her bodyguards are stupidly aggressive for no reason. |
May 8, 2014 4:58 AM
#79
The harem is expanding rapidly. The logic in this show though... there was a sniper targeting your leader and instead of hurrying her to cover they just slowly walk in a group like asking to be shot. Also correct me if I'm wrong but that Saitake dude only governs the Osaka area, right? how does he get so cocky saying that his will is Japan's will? especially assuming that every city has their own ruler like Seitenshi. He's just being a megalomaniac for no reason. It's not like killing Seitenshi would accelerate his plans unless he can somehow establish a puppet ruler (which I doubt as long as Kisara's grandpa still around). |
May 8, 2014 5:20 AM
#80
Yep,this years spring season rules. |
May 8, 2014 6:45 AM
#81
jiraiya_sensei said: The harem is expanding rapidly. The logic in this show though... there was a sniper targeting your leader and instead of hurrying her to cover they just slowly walk in a group like asking to be shot. Also correct me if I'm wrong but that Saitake dude only governs the Osaka area, right? how does he get so cocky saying that his will is Japan's will? especially assuming that every city has their own ruler like Seitenshi. He's just being a megalomaniac for no reason. It's not like killing Seitenshi would accelerate his plans unless he can somehow establish a puppet ruler (which I doubt as long as Kisara's grandpa still around). The bodyguard group is useless. Rentaro was testing them when he allowed them to lead him into the bathroom. 1. combat skills. If he can defeat them without releasing his cyborg parts, they are pretty bad. Rentaro was outnumbered at least 5:1 2. Motivations. Pride. The head guard wants Seitenshi to birth his child. Creep. As for your second question, it gets deeper than that. |
May 8, 2014 8:35 AM
#82
And suddenly a Chaika appeared minus the way to speak. But it was also weird, what happened last episode seemed forgotten or something. It's like the 2nd season started or something. |
May 8, 2014 10:01 AM
#83
jiraiya_sensei said: The harem is expanding rapidly. The logic in this show though... there was a sniper targeting your leader and instead of hurrying her to cover they just slowly walk in a group like asking to be shot. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ It went downhill really quickly, the speed record was definitely broken while doing this. Edit: Not to mention the stupid fan service... |
loliowoMay 8, 2014 10:19 AM
May 8, 2014 10:24 AM
#84
This could be one of a kind anime, but the producers waste time on silly scenes than on intense scenes, like the (30 seconds) fighting... I mean, come oooon! the animation is perfect, the colors are so vivid, the "camera" plans are so cool, the OST is amazing WHY NOT HAVE A DESCENT SENARIO on each episode??? :/ |
May 8, 2014 3:05 PM
#85
Hah that moment when Enju wake up, just to say boob importance... Priceless :D Good episode and decent pace. |
May 8, 2014 7:43 PM
#86
makamakafonis said: Do you mean you want it to be, like... episodic? Nah.This could be one of a kind anime, but the producers waste time on silly scenes than on intense scenes, like the (30 seconds) fighting... I mean, come oooon! the animation is perfect, the colors are so vivid, the "camera" plans are so cool, the OST is amazing WHY NOT HAVE A DESCENT SENARIO on each episode??? :/ |
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May 8, 2014 8:27 PM
#87
Enju is still so kawaii, but I loved the episode. Can't wait a whole week to continue :/ THIS IS THE PROBLEM WITH WATCHING ANIME THAT IS AIRING CURRENTLY |
May 8, 2014 8:43 PM
#88
I think it's a good thing that Enju isn't trying that hard to get Rentarou (or so it seems). I wonder what choice Rentarou will do when he discovers who the assassin is. I wonder what type of Gastrea Tina is. A bat? Wolf... Owl? Would make sense as an owl, but she can't see that far, unless her eyes are the scopes of the rifles... I wonder. I think I'm starting to like Seitenshi this episode. I thought she just was a stubborn ruler of the Tokyo Area. Now that I think about it, when Enju said that Rentarou likes big books like Kisara, I was thinking about Enju's. She basically just said that Rentarou doesn't like her boobs... lol! |
May 8, 2014 9:15 PM
#89
I miss the masked villain and his partner. TwT This new bad guy doesn't seem threatning at all. |
May 9, 2014 12:00 AM
#90
May 9, 2014 4:56 AM
#92
FrozenRemains said: Yep,this years spring season rules. I'm enjoying every anime on my list of ongoing anime to an extent, even the worse ones. OT: 'You know you liked it' :3 Enju, you're so cheeky. Enter, sleepy loli and another female after Rentaro's affection (he seems like those others that will reject them all though >_>). I liked Seitenshi's reaction to Enju's breast comment. Is it just me or does Seitenshi look kind of like Teletha Tessarossa from the Full Metal Panic series? Another problem that this anime with it's art style is that some of the people introduced you KNOW they're going to be bad news i.e. the bodyguard that tried to kill Rentaro and the dictator I can't remember the name of... |
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May 9, 2014 9:27 AM
#93
I was really feeling this show up until this episode. If this turns into an anime full of silly girls doing and saying stupid shit because of a "crush," it's dropped. I'll see how the next episode goes. Sent with Mal Updater |
May 9, 2014 1:58 PM
#94
May 9, 2014 2:48 PM
#95
Tina's appearance! That was a great ep. Can't wait to see next ep. |
May 9, 2014 8:39 PM
#96
I like Tina's design. The rest of the episode...not so much. |
May 9, 2014 10:52 PM
#97
Pretty good episode. I like the new girl. Way more calm then last episode. |
May 9, 2014 10:55 PM
#98
May 10, 2014 9:58 AM
#99
Ah much better than the last 2 shitty episodes. I really like Kisara's and Miori's designs they are quite different from the usual generic looking ones. Tina was cute ;) |
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