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| Great to see this back and first episode already had tons of attitude and action. Fists being thrown, words being exchanged, and fighting all around. Kenshin is also back with familiar faces like Kaoru. Speaking of which, she still seems to have a rivalry with Megumi. It's a solid start imo, following Kenshin and his friends doing what they do best. Not much recapping so they jumped right back where they started. |
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| Now yeah, finally the arc which made this series this series. Though I’d say the actual good parts are later down in the arc, but I like how it all builded up as well. Though man, they really did waste no time at all jumping back into the things they left us upon a year ago lol. Can’t be certain how many episodes there’d be this time around, but yeah, if they aiming for a good adaptation, it should be more than the 25 we had in the first part. Though time will tell, but I mean talking about time… … someone’s time is not going well. He’s our resident street fighter-kun, Sano. That disrespect from Saitou wasn’t needed man. First of all Kenshin left them alone, and then he saying someone like Sano is just a waste of baggage to Kenshin was even more brutal than those punches he delivered. But man, that was pretty badass of Sano to take that ONE particular hit straight on. Though our guy will grow, training arcs are there for a reason. Action scenes look similar to how they were last time around as well, hoping they’d do more in coming episodes, where it actually matters. Fine intro episode, and yeah, everyone is on their way to Kyoto, as expected. |
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| It's back, better than ever, this time with EASILY the best arc of the show, a top five arc in all of shounen dare I say as well. Picking up right where we left off, with Kenshin leaving for Kyoto, this time around with the gang all pissed at Kenshin for leaving outta nowhere. Meanwhile though, we got Kaoru sulking because her boyfriend left her. Wasn't as much as a focus as I remember in the manga, but at least glad they gave more a focus to Sano and Hajime's whole ordeal. Just goes to show why Hajime is THE FUCKING GOAT. The whole part isn't just to show much of a badass both of them are, but to show how Sano really does care for Kenshin now, and want's to help out his bro anyway he can. Hajime just simply is letting him know that he isn't ready... yet, that is. Going onto the opposite side of the spectrum, with Kaoru this time around, and how she needs to STOP FUCKING SULKING and get her ass to Kyoto NOW. This, again is why MEGUMI IS THE FUCKING GOAT. I mean, if it was any other person, she'd just slap the shit out of Kaoru, but not her. It's because of that close bond they have that she didn't. Fuck I missed seeing this characters. >"You don't understand how it felt for me... not to her him saying goodbye after everything"... </3 Fucking great return. I know it'll be impossible to recreate that feeling of the OG Kyoto arc, but it'll still great to see it reimagined today. Amazing fucking OP and ED, ED WILL be on repeat though. |
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| The return of Rurouni Kenshin's remake into the Kyoto Disturbance arc, it'll be another 2 consecutive cours of entertainment. Tatsuya Kitani feat. Natori's OP is good, but NOMELON NOLEMON's ED is a massive improvement. With the infamous Hitokiri Battosai gone to Kyoto, Kaoru and the others certainly miss Kenshin quite a lot, but it's clear that with the likes of the Shinsengumi's 3rd Unit Captain Hajime Saito, which Kenshin had a bout with him back in Season 1, just Sanosuke alone will not suffice aginst his strength, who challenges him and his resolve to join Kenshin in Kyoto, which is more dangerous than Tokyo. But he soon proves his point to Saito despite all odds along with his stubbornness, and likewise with Megumi giving her pep talk to Kaoru that is reminiscent of the lover's quarrel that she still cares greatly for Kenshin. As much as Megumi continues to atone for her sins as a doctor who has patients on her backlog thanks to Kenshin who gave her a second chance at life, with Yahiko joining the fray, and the last goodbye given to Kaoru and her alone, this will not be the last. Onwards to Kyoto to meet Kenshin for the gang to reconvene again. |
KANLen09Oct 4, 7:59 PM
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| Both new OP and ED are nice. still not left for Kyoto yet this ep. the journey begins next. airing 25:25 JST next |
tsubasaloverOct 3, 10:05 AM
I ♥ Two Syaorans from Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE and TRC!!! |
| Kitani is cooking with that OP! The visuals are awesome with the Nishiki-e-inspired art. The crew heading towards Yasaka Pagoda in Kyoto and Kenshin momentarily in his blue Hitokiri Battousai outfit were all brilliant. I'm noticing more comedic faces/moments here than the previous season (which had a problem of not balancing the tone). The shoulder wound is to Sanosuke what Sanosuke is to Kenshin is what Saitou Hajime was getting art, he fought fairly without swords and on Sanosuke's level and still won; that's how Saitou Hajime is. Megumi expressed that at least Kenshin said goodbye to Kaoru, what a comeback. loved the ED with Kaoru wanting to meet Kenshin and Misao wanting to meet Aoshi. Kaoru's kimono looks like the one from the live action and when she passes Kenshin like a stranger. |
Fortress_MaximusOct 4, 4:57 PM
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| An episode with the leftovers whining about how they are not leftovers when they actually are. What a way to start the second season. Megumi once again proving why she's the better one as well. OP was pretty nice, ED was okay. |
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| A really good episode to start of this season heard that the Kyoto arc is one of the best cant wait for the next ep |
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| And we’re finally back for the best potion of the series! I’m a little sceptical given that the Kyoto Arc will be adapted in just 22 episodes but I’ll keep my head high and hope for the best here. Previous adaptation pretty much nailed this arc which is why it’s so well renowned and it’ll take some doing to overthrow that, the staff and everyone involved in the background better be well prepared for this one. It was nice to see all the major characters here, we’ll not be seeing them for a bit from now after all. Kaoru-san understandably got the most impact from the sudden disappearance but Megumi-san really saved the day there. Very mature and straight to the point, that’s why we love her! Saito-san is another badarse giving Sano and co. some much needed reality check. Looks like there’s still untapped potential to still explore and reach though… Good on little Yahiko too for the calmness from his end. He seems the most pumped up out of the group and even willing to take responsibility of the main glue that’s supposed to bring him back. Nothing on Shishio-san yet but for those who’ve already watched the OG, we know of the stuff that’s about to go down. Definitely going to get a snippet from him next Ep or two, can’t wait! Dope Op and ED too! Somehow, they’ve found the right people to make collars with, and the moment they got Kitani Tatsuya-san on board for this, I knew this Op was going to be in good hands too. This is going to make Op 1 vs Op 3 discussions to come heated up, I’m sure. Pretty cool ED as well, and nice visuals to boot. |
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| Kitani Tatsuya and Natori on the Ruroken Kyoto arc op holy shit this is a generational season for OPs. All the J-pop big hitters coming out 😭 This first episode back was incredible, actually one of the best of the show so far so if this is how we start, I can’t wait to see how the rest of the arc goes. Very emotional episode throughout. Sanosuke vs Saito was hands down one of the best fights in the series and the emotional subtleties of it were brilliant. Sound design, animation ahh it was awesome and the way Saito developed so much more respect for Sanosuke pushing thru his injury and showing his resolve. Hopefully Saito arm not permanently fucked lmao looks like he was struggling to grab a cigarette after that fight. Seeing Kaoru so depressed about Kenshin leaving hurts, but no better person to get her out of her slump than Megumi. You know it’s bad when your love rival wants to cheer you up and push you to go after the guy. Got some slight yuri vibes there too lol. But it is actually a little sad that Kenshin didn’t tell Megumi bye.. Kaoru doing all that complaining and not even grateful for what she did get! The ED is a bop too omg. We are eating so good with anisong this season. |
Marinate1016Oct 3, 2:33 PM
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| We are back baby, solid animation quality and Megumi asserting dominance as best girl, ED by NOMELON NOLEMON !!! both the OP and ED have lovely visuals. |
| Nice to be back to Rurouni Kenshin since we left it at the end of Fall 2023, now in Fall 2024, and I have unfortunately still not watched the OG show in the time it took to get here lol, I’ve just been busy watching some other long running shows like Dragon Ball and Ranma 1/2, so the time to hit it never came, but I’m definitely excited to see what this new season of the remake has to offer, fans of the original are hyping up this arc so I think it’s gonna be a good time, especially because of how good this first episode was. Really not much happened, but what little did happen was very awesome, Sanosuke and Saito’s fight was so damn cool, swords are epic and all but it’s hard to beat an old fashioned fist fight, production looked really good there too, they absolutely delivered. And the outcome of the fight may have had Saito walking away in “defeat”, but the fact he was truly matching Sanosuke’s level really goes to show how much of a badass he is if you weren’t convinced already, but I think Sanosuke proving himself there makes him the true winner, if Saito was trying to keep Sanosuke from going to Kyoto, he did the exact opposite lol. And the last bit of the episode between Kaoru and Megumi was a good part to end on, it was sad to see Kaoru so down but leave it to the love rival to bring her back up lol, I’m glad they didn’t dwell on that for too long, I get why Kaoru would be so hurt but Megumi made her realize her position by even getting a farewell in the first place, poor Megumi but I’m glad she did the right thing there. And damn that is a very nice OP and ED, they haven’t missed with any so far and these could very possibly surpass those of the first season with time, I especially liked the ED with the Kaoru focused visuals, the group name NOMELON NOLEMON is wild but it’s a name I won’t forget lol. |
| And it's here. I liked the opening more than the first but still nowhere near as much as the second. The ending was fine, probably the best so far, though still inferior than every single 90s ones. The episode itself was fine, more about the feelings of the characters than progressing the plot, it could have been the last one of the previous season but whatever. The visuals, I think they were slightly better? I'm not entirely sure though. |
| peak is back!!! the opening and ed were so good |
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| Man, I'm so happy to have this show back. Animation looks solid and OST feels a bit more present now. Overall, it was a nicely-executed episode as well as a perfect way to start one of shounen's best arcs. |
| good to see this back, was a decent start to the remake of this arc. although a bit of an odd timing ngl, considering the whole backlash situation at the moment. |
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| Decent episode to kick off the reboot's Kyoto arc, an arc that I really love in general with the manga and even the original anime. Some decent animation shots at times too, although still a little stiff in others but not too shabby by any means. |
| PEAK IS BACK!!! This looks so good, I'm hyped, the best arc is about to start Liked the opening, loved the ending. |
Sorry if my english is bad (っ˘▽˘)っ~~~ Btw, cry about it.  |
| All are assuming that this season will cover all the kyoto arc, but i pretty sure that this just would cover the first part of the Kyoto arc, not all of it |
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| The production quality went up a lot, I do have still issues with the art style but at least we get a higher quality season |
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| This is off to a really strong start. The animation and art is really crisp, and I like the musical choices. I thought the 1st cour of S1 was great but cour 2 was pretty forgettable, but I'm really looking forward to this arc |
| After that brutal murder stopping Shishio is a given. Pretty catchy OP. Sano and his temper huh. As a parting gift the grenades sure would be useful. That fight between Sano and Saito really was top notch. As ever Megumi's direct nature is the perfect medicine for Kaoru. Looks like the gangs all set to back up Kenshin in Kyoto. Pretty catchy ending theme. |
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| Hype train is here. y'knowhowlongibeenwaitingforthis I forgot how often Sano makes me laugh. Noticing extra effort into the animation and art style as well, looks a fair bit better than S1, thank you Kazuo Watanabe That's me good for 22 weeks. PEAK is back on the menu |
SexyjutsuOct 4, 12:42 AM
| New director is absolutely cheffing it up! Favorite premiere of the Fall season so far! |
| I love both Tatsuya Kitani's and natori's music and this got added to my list instantly, the OP got me hyped! And this hype did not decline; loved all the action and emotion in this episode and how it was directed! The VA's doing a great job too, I cannot get enough of Umehara Yuuichirou's voice.. and still more of my favourites are to come (back) this season, very excited for this one! |
| Megumi for best woman yet again. Kaoru looking all sorts of useless and worthless this episode. |
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Fortress_Maximus said: I'm noticing more comedic faces/moments here than the previous season (which had a problem of not balancing the tone). Which is very weird, as one of the official reasons given to the removal of the comedy during the previous Season was to have the overall tone of the series in-line with the Kyoto and Jinchuu Arc. aburame_ernesto said: All are assuming that this season will cover all the kyoto arc, but i pretty sure that this just would cover the first part of the Kyoto arc, not all of it The plans of Aniplex seems to be to get the Jinchuu Arc in a 3rd Season, and Hokkaido in a 4th+, so it's very unlikely that they'll stop before the end there, especially as detaching the final fight to put it with the Jinchuu Arc (or an in-between Movie) would be a terrible move. Quite worried about the pace they'll go for with only 23 Episodes, but we'll see. |
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| Kenshin has gone to Kyoto... but everyone else, Kaouru, Yahiko and Sanosuke aren't going to just stand by and watch, so they've decided to go too!!! kekeke |
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Fortress_Maximus said:
I'm noticing more comedic faces/moments here than the previous season (which had a problem of not balancing the tone).
I'm noticing more comedic faces/moments here than the previous season (which had a problem of not balancing the tone).
Which is very weird, as one of the official reasons given to the removal of the comedy during the previous Season was to have the overall tone of the series in-line with the Kyoto and Jinchuu Arc.
aburame_ernesto said:
All are assuming that this season will cover all the kyoto arc, but i pretty sure that this just would cover the first part of the Kyoto arc, not all of it
All are assuming that this season will cover all the kyoto arc, but i pretty sure that this just would cover the first part of the Kyoto arc, not all of it
The plans of Aniplex seems to be to get the Jinchuu Arc in a 3rd Season, and Hokkaido in a 4th+, so it's very unlikely that they'll stop before the end there, especially as detaching the final fight to put it with the Jinchuu Arc (or an in-between Movie) would be a terrible move.
Quite worried about the pace they'll go for with only 23 Episodes, but we'll see.
Alexioos95 said: The plans of Aniplex seems to be to get the Jinchuu Arc in a 3rd Season, and Hokkaido in a 4th+, so it's very unlikely that they'll stop before the end there, especially as detaching the final fight to put it with the Jinchuu Arc (or an in-between Movie) would be a terrible move. Quite worried about the pace they'll go for with only 23 Episodes, but we'll see I'm not saying that they are going to stop the adaptation after this season, what i'm saying it's that this first 23 episodes probably are just to adapt the first half of Kyoto arc. With the pacing that the series have, they adapted the first 6 volumes of the manga in the first season, and Kyoto arc beign 12 volumes, it's very likely to be divided in 2 parts (6 volumes for each season). Also, if you look the trailers and posters, most of them doesnt even show the juppongatana, they only show Shishio and a few other characters (which are most important in the first half of this arc) |
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| This episode was so good, animation, voice acting, the character development, the ost, the freaking ost aaaaaaaahhhh. This is by far shaping to be my fav of the season and the year, simply amazing. As young people say, it's peak. |
aburame_ernesto said: I'm not saying that they are going to stop the adaptation after this season, what i'm saying it's that this first 23 episodes probably are just to adapt the first half of Kyoto arc. Oh yeah, that's what i was talking about too, but i very much doubt it; by the first half, i guess you are thinking about , but 23 Episodes just for it is a lot. (In comparison, the previous adaptation did it in 15 Episodes, from the past-departure to it, while having a slow pace at many time.) With how Aniplex seems to plan all of this, i would be extremely surprised if they slowed down the pace this much; they probably just want to finish the production fast, to go to Jinchuu and Hokkaido. aburame_ernesto said: they adapted the first 6 volumes of the manga in the first season, and Kyoto arc beign 12 volumes, it's very likely to be divided in 2 parts (6 volumes for each season). The Kyoto Arc is a lot more Action-heavy, so the Chapters will probably be adapted at a faster pace. Also, the 1st Season adapted 7 Volumes (Chapter 01 to 57), on top of 2 Episodes made out of Act Zero from Tokuhitsuban. Edit : Oh, and Kyoto is Volume 7 to half of 18, that's 11.5 Volumes, with Volume 7 already being adapted. aburame_ernesto said: Also, if you look the trailers and posters, most of them doesnt even show the juppongatana, they only show Shishio and a few other characters (which are most important in the first half of this arc) That's a 2 cours Anime. There'll be marketing updates for the second half, which is obviously not done now to avoid spoiling. (That also was done for the 1st Season) If there really is a Part 2, it'll be of only a few Episodes (around 6 ?) or a Movie, which would be an absolutely terrible move; that would literally kill the hype. |
Alexioos95Oct 4, 9:01 AM
"Genius lives only one storey above madness." – Arthur Schopenhauer. "Stupidity is a talent for misconception." – Edgar Allan Poe. "I'm tired... and hungry." – Alexioos95. |
| Ngl I forgot about this show and everyone names except Kenshin but I remember a good amount of this show I really enjoyed it and I'm hyped were getting another 20+ episode season. Noticed a very subtle difference in the art style, guess the studio is trying new stuff for this season. Honestly this episode really felt like an extension of the last one, I feel like this should have been the last episode of s1. Great start either way. I have very VERY high hopes for this season |
Phantom_Siren652Oct 4, 11:04 AM
| finally my favorite arc is getting adapted and it looks like it'll be more enjoyable than the og anime |
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not a particular impressive start to the arc
| @silversain2 L take. What do you want? Story without story? Action with no context? I'd fight you. |
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@Sexyjutsu
not much, just not waste time on minor characters like Megumi or Jahiko, they could v shown more of Kenshin or start to show more about the villains, something else to get this a good start
action? nah the fighting in this series isnt even that good to begin with so i wasnt really looking for that, in the previous season we had more than enough Kenshin beating random jobbers
not much, just not waste time on minor characters like Megumi or Jahiko, they could v shown more of Kenshin or start to show more about the villains, something else to get this a good start
action? nah the fighting in this series isnt even that good to begin with so i wasnt really looking for that, in the previous season we had more than enough Kenshin beating random jobbers
| @silversain2 How close are they sticking to the panels tho? |
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