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Apr 8, 2013 12:51 AM

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it's awesome awesome awesome! Tsukumo is really cool when she's knocking out the men. Nai is cute. Gareki and Hirato is.... oh I can't describe them! Looking forward for the 2nd episode~
Apr 8, 2013 3:04 AM

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Loved the creepy scene of Mine's transformation, didn't expect it! A good start overall!
Apr 8, 2013 3:30 AM
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Apr 2013
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Nice start, yet another series to follow this season.
XenphonApr 8, 2013 3:35 AM
Apr 8, 2013 4:29 AM

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Did the BGM during this scene remind anyone of Zetsuen no Tempest's BGM?
Apr 8, 2013 8:19 AM

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Jan 2013
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interesting ^^
Apr 8, 2013 9:11 AM

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The first episode was interesting, I will surely watch this (>w< yeah ok fine....is because of Gareki)
Apr 8, 2013 9:57 AM
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May 2011
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Maybe I'm biased because this is like my favorite manga EVER, but I really really REALLY enjoyed this episode. However, that is probably only because I know what amazing things are to come. If I had not read the manga before seeing this episode, perhaps I would be a little less excited.

However, if this show lives up to its manga, then TRUST me Karneval-Newbies - ITS WORTH IT
Apr 8, 2013 10:22 AM
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Maybe I'm biased because this is like my favorite manga EVER, but I really really REALLY enjoyed this episode. However, that is probably only because I know what amazing things are to come. If I had not read the manga before seeing this episode, perhaps I would be a little less excited.

However, if this show lives up to its manga, then TRUST me Karneval-Newbies - YOU WILL NOT REGRET CONTINUING TO WATCH!
Apr 8, 2013 10:30 AM

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May 2012
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Very interesting.

Oh Minesama, I'm so yours.
Isayama Hajime should be awarded The Manga with The Highest Inconsistencies of Characters' Appearances.
He keeps performing multiple plastic surgeries on those Shingeki No Kyojin characters in a SINGLE chapter.
Yes, I've read up to the latest chapter of Shingeki No Kyojin manga.
Forced myself to read through the kidsketching chapters after the anime's ended. At least from now on, I only have to go through the hell once a month.
Patiently awaiting SNK TV/movie/OVA anime-sequel.
The 2015 SNK live-action movie would probably suck.
Apr 8, 2013 11:53 AM

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Feb 2013
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That woman was creepy and I'm very interested in what that bracelet is and why Nai was able to hear those sounds.
Apr 8, 2013 12:23 PM

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This looks amazing. I love the art, character design and the fights were really well done. Perfect introduction episode, I look forward to stalking this show. That being said, the guys are hotties. I'm not surprised that the woman kidnapped Nai... I would do the same thing. Hehe EXACTLY the same thing...
Apr 8, 2013 1:47 PM

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Oct 2012
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Nice character design and animation. But I still don't know where this is heading...

Amnesic shy MC with hazy and fugitive protecting him.. such a cliche.. but some elements of story seemed intriguing, this could turn either good or bad.
Apr 8, 2013 3:10 PM
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I can't seem to find Episode 1 on Funimation's site... it was scheduled for streaming almost five hours ago, wasn't it? I just don't see a video here.
Apr 8, 2013 4:31 PM

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Better than I expected, seems quite interesting with the missing Karoku and Nai's special hearing ability (does it have something to do with the bracelet?).
Gareki is an interesting and nice character, I like him a lot so far. I was a bit afraid it would like K Project with Kuro and Shiro but their "relantionship"/beginning friendship seems to be portayed a lot better :)

I'm looking forward to the next episode, hopefully will they explain what Circus exactly is and perhaps explain a bit more about Nai and/or Gareki. I haven't read the manga but I've heard it's pretty good so I'm having high expectations of this anime ^^
Apr 8, 2013 7:09 PM

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I'm surprised that I didn't fall asleep in this episode. So it must be halfway decent, by definition.
Apr 9, 2013 10:30 AM

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Apr 2013
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I can't wait to see Yogi (hug)
Apr 9, 2013 12:53 PM
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Dec 2012
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Good. Intriguing enough to make me keep watching with full attention. The male lead a bit reminded me of Jonnah from Jormungand and Soldier Blue from Terra e. The character design, especially eyes of Nai, was good and appealing. His hairstyle was a bit odd, but I appreciate the creator who tried to make a difference. It was a cool line when Hirato said, "It's nothing but a vain folly to be destructive in order to vent grievances." The uniforms of Security Force looked like the Nazis. Maybe it implied it was a fascist nation. I was puzzled at the last scene. It felt out of place.
eminagnamApr 9, 2013 1:21 PM
Apr 9, 2013 1:30 PM

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Kamiya Hiroshi! Nuff said.
Apr 9, 2013 6:33 PM

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Jan 2012
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Garekiiii *3*
I've been waiting months for this! So many hot boys, & smexy VA's. ;w;
Omg, Hirato. I could feel Sebastian (from Kuroshitsuji) in his voice, so I went to go look up the voice actor and... Ono Daisuke it is!!! *u*
Tsukomo though.. someone ate a bowl of bad-ass this morning.. LOL
I'm looking forward to the next episode!
9/10 for me so far.
nani kore
Apr 10, 2013 12:49 AM

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Aug 2012
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i'm totally loving the art~~~~
Apr 10, 2013 4:45 AM

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Pretty underwhelming response so far, I thought this would be more popular. I regret thinking this would be a popular show now.
Apr 10, 2013 6:01 AM

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I was sort of disappointed they left out some parts of the manga, but I really loved this episode anyways! And I'm still overjoyed that they kept the absolutely awesome seiyuu cast from the drama cds.
The animation was also better than I expected! Hopefully it's not just a first ep thing and it will actually keep the level...

Mich666 said:
Amnesic shy MC with hazy and fugitive protecting him.. such a cliche.. but some elements of story seemed intriguing, this could turn either good or bad.

But he is not amnesiac and shy. And Gareki is not really a fugitive either, just a.. thief.
Need to make new sig. Soon. Maybe.
Apr 10, 2013 10:32 AM

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The direction and story is a convoluted mess. Nevertheless it remains interesting and has great character designs. Unfortunately, the animation is fairly standard fare and the sound/music leaves something to be desired. Will take a wait and see approach on this one, but I have to admit I wasn't a fan.
Apr 10, 2013 2:08 PM

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Nov 2010
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K? Really? This makes me think of a less-bleak Black Butler.
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Apr 10, 2013 3:23 PM

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Interesting!! :o

toratotenshi7 said:

i'm totally loving the art~~~~


I agree :3
Apr 11, 2013 6:06 AM
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Apr 2012
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I honestly loved it! I'm following the manga for some time now, and I really expect for good thing from the anime. The art was amazing! You just can't take off your eyes of it!
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Apr 11, 2013 7:13 AM

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The animation at the first 2 minutes was pretty awesome, so colorful and lovely. The rest was normal, from the story I'm not expecting much 'cause I've read a few chapters and didn't like it.
Apr 11, 2013 6:53 PM

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Another good show... I've picked up Maou-sama + titans... and now this.
So far, so good this season!

'Mine' was a crazzyyy bitch!

Circus is a baller group.
Apr 11, 2013 11:51 PM

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Very colorful show so far, and a confusing set of powers. I suspect explanations will come next episode.
Apr 13, 2013 4:14 PM

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im loving this ED *O*
Apr 14, 2013 3:12 AM
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KYAA. KARNEVAL IS HERE!!! XDD MY GAREKI IS ANIMATED :3 NAI IS SO CUTE.
GOSH. WHY THE ART SO PRETTY? WHY? WHY?
YOGI AT THE END SEWING HIS NYANPERONA. I WANT TO SEE HIM SOON.
I FELL IN LOVE WITH THE ENDING SONG. "BE MY REASON, LALALALA"
SORRY. I"M JUST TOO HAPPY. :D
Apr 14, 2013 2:54 PM

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Jan 2013
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Animation is solid. MC is decent, though I don't understand the "Karoku..." fetish going on.

3/5.
It seems that the people who are giving their souls to the first episode are people who actually read the manga...
Apr 20, 2013 6:28 PM

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2.5/5 putting it on hold for now

art is gorgeous and animation is great
story is all over the place but has potential.
why does Nai look like a uke omg what the heck.
Apr 26, 2013 3:05 PM

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Interesting opening scenes and that woman was mysteriously something else but I wonder what the story is actually about. Seems to be about a person being chased by someone and a normal guy is seeming to be protecting him due to some reason. Looking forward to seeing more of this series!!!

5/5



Apr 30, 2013 3:01 PM

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Great first impression so far. A lot more intense and action-packed than I thought. The fight scenes and powers provided an entertaining watch. Very interesting characters. Will keep an eye on this one.
May 2, 2013 6:06 AM

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This was much better than I expected it to be, but the main character has potential to be very, very annoying. This can still go in all directions, I wonder how this unfolds.
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May 9, 2013 10:07 AM

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Jul 2012
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I'm not sure if I like this anime yet or not. It seems like it will be full of fruu fruu things. The main character seems very annoying to me. Naive, too innocent, and utterly clueless. I'm not sure how things will go yet so I will keep watching, but as far as the first episode goes I don't think I will like this anime.

3/5

-Miki
May 28, 2013 6:26 AM

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Oct 2012
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Well, it's pretty interesting beginning...
Art it's shoujo-like, but story maybe it's shounen-like?
I'll look forward it, pretty fun to watch!
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May 28, 2013 7:13 AM

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May 2013
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Let's see...

The woman, Mine, was creepy.

The action scenes were done nicely.

That's all for now.
I’m always searching for something, for someone. This feeling has possessed me I think, from that day… That day when the stars came falling.
Jun 19, 2013 6:24 PM

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Jan 2012
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wanted to wait until a few episodes were out before starting this one so i wouldn't be waiting every single week as it was one that has caught my eye for a while, maybe a tad disappointed in some ways, it wasn't anything AMAZING but the animation is certainly beautiful (although after watching aky no hana for the past few days i think anything would be beautiful in comparison xD) the woman's transformation was also quite creepy.... other than that nothing much more to say, the voice acting was good, no problems there, the ED was also catchy still looking forward to next few eps, hope it gains momentum
Jul 8, 2013 8:31 PM

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Jun 2013
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Wow, this anime is AMAZING..it's everything I could have wished for: horror, good animation, comedy, psychological and bishounen o-o

Perfect <3! The voice actors are also very suitable to their characters.
Jul 22, 2013 10:27 PM

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Gareki is hot and that is all that matters.
Aug 11, 2013 1:48 PM

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Well that was interesting totally different than what the trailers expression gave me! Well lets see what the story has to offer and well it sure has a good start!
Aug 17, 2013 4:22 AM

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Great opening for this episode. Pretty great animation and the ED was colorful as it would be like a carnival.
Nov 30, 2013 7:53 PM

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Jun 2013
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Definitely a good start to watch some more episodes.
Jan 12, 2014 6:10 AM

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1st, I am really glad they did LIKE MANGA :3
wonderful character design, great art and animation, beautiful OST and high quality seiyuu cast :)

totally 5/5 !

without any unecessary second episode was great !
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Feb 17, 2014 6:58 PM

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Nice start!..drew me right in and didn't waste any time. I really like the animation so far! I'm definitely liking this anime :)

Mar 2, 2014 8:51 AM

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Jan 2012
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shimono hiro... surprised to see you voice gay character

seems to be another show with clueless innocent tryhard little faggot lead...

one more "karoku" out of that little fag's mouth and I swear to god....


on a srs note... show has potential
May 1, 2014 5:37 AM

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Oct 2009
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I'm liking this so far! Majority of the characters are beautiful and the art is excellent. Man..that Mine scared the hell of out me. Just at the first ep the show threw a lot of things and mysteries at the audience, and suspicious characters as well.
May 5, 2014 10:04 PM

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melina_putri said:
The ED animation is even more colorful than Utapri

Lol, that's what I was thinking. The color palate is really quite refreshing, but I'm told that the manga art is apparently even better so I'm looking forward to that.

Is it just me or does the first three seconds of the OP remind anyone of the Gosick OP? (this maybe a comment for episode 2, but I don't remember anymore because I saw it right after the 1st)
These faces are so cute that I might just leave them here (#`Д´)´∀`)・ω・) ゚Д゚)゚∀゚)・∀・) ̄ー ̄)´_ゝ`)
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