What did you think of this episode?
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4Liked it!
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3It was OK
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2Disliked it
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1Hated it
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Average 4.1
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| THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE. ---------------------------------------- Phew, I'm so glad this finally got subbed. I'm equally as glad that it pretty much lived up to my expectations for the time being. At the very least it's the best thing I've seen from the summer season. Ryoko is the type of female lead that, let's face it, does not come around in anime. Multilingual, Tokyo U Law School grad, and plenty flamboyant to tie it altogether. The animation production seemed solid enough, the soundtrack was pretty good, and even though they're apparently not using stories right from the novel series the writing was good thus far so at the moment I don't have any real issues with this series. Can't wait to see the second episode. |
| ^Agree with the comments above! Wow it was as good as I hoped it would be, only problem was the episode ended too soon!!! :P |
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| I was pleasantly surprised. I really wasn't expecting much but it was quite good. I guess this is one of the few summer series I'm picking up. |
| 世界は美しくなんかない。 そしてそれ故に、美しい |
| I was really looking forward to this series and the first episode didn't disappoint^^, |
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| I just love Ryoko's personality. Aside from that I have to say the characters are great, the story is (so far) well done and the mix of mystery and comedy was enjoyable. Also, that shopping scene was just brilliant. Perfect start to a show that I think I will enjoy seeing more of in the future. |
| Wasn't at all sure what to expect, but I'm definitely going to follow this one now. |
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| Great first episode. I really love Ryoko's character. The random francais is fun too! I'll definitely be watching this show. |
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| I have to say that I really enjoyed this 1st episode. This could turn out to be the best series of this summer season (if the next episodes are as good as this one). |
| YAY, Yang Wenli isn't dead, I knew it ! /Gineiden fanboy mode off/ Clever plot, brilliant characters, great animation/art, as I expected, "Le Recueil des Faits Improbables de Ryoko Yakushiji" seems to be the best series of this summer. No wonder : the book it's taken from was written by Legend of the Galactic Heroes & Arslan Tou Senki's creator, Yoshiki Tanaka ! Moreover, the characters do have a Jinto/Lafiel (Crest of the Stars) relationship too and the mix of different genres (comedy, mystery, thriller, detective story, romance...) is just awesome. Fantastic first ep. |
 In every age, in every place, the deeds of men remain the same. |
| Unexpectedly good episode. Definitely watching next ones. |
"There is a road in the hearts of all of us, hidden and seldom traveled, which leads to an unknown, secret place." |
| Not bad, Ryoko is quite badass and for once the assistant is skilled too. I liked it. |
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| Finally the sub is here. And the episode was not bad at all. I'm definitely gonna keep on seeing this. |
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| The first post summed up pretty well my opinions! I was waiting for this to get subbed and it didn't disappoint a bit. The mummified people were a bit creepy, but I like the overall atmosphere of the show. This anime makes up for the lack of other interesting titles, I'll be looking forward to the next episodes. |
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| Good episode, I liked it. Seems like this will be a rather interesting series. |
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| I really enjoyed episode 1. I am happy to see a competent and sexy female lead who is older than 15 ^_^ I like the relationship between the two leads and the fact that while he seems a bit awkward at times, he is really perfectly able to take care of himself too, and has good reasoning skills. I look forward to the next episode :D |
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| Not bad. I was satisfied with it. :) |
| I absolutely loved the episode! I like Ryoko already, eheh. And the Opening and Ending Themes really suit the series ^_^ |
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| I'd say it's the best of what I've yet seen from this season. The characters are all brilliant, and the story is pretty interesting. |
| what a fun show. I love the main leads. The chemistry between Ryoko and izumida is great. |
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| It was ok.I think I´m the only one who don´t like Ryoku so much xD |
HollowHarima said: It was ok.I think I´m the only one who don´t like Ryoku so much xD Make that two of us. I don't outright hate Ryoko but there's certain personality traits of hers that bug me. The episode wasn't bad overall but the pacing seemed to jump a bit. I'll keep watching to see where this one goes. |
 ...even a saint needs a soldier to do the dirty work. |
| Damn, this goes way above above my expectations. One of very few series I'll be looking forward to seeing more this season. Just love badass Ryoko :D |
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| Awesome. I liked the story, the characters and the soundtrack. Ryoko rules! |
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| It's kind of nice to have a female lead that's not a teenager, somehow... The relationship between Ryoko and Izumida also intrigues me. XD The whole thing with the mummies exploding was pretty freaky though. I was creeped out. Bleghh. But this seems like it has an interesting story so I'll stick with it... and the animation is pretty. |
| I like Ryoko.. and the visuals for the OP are good. |
| Badass woman with a badass guy in a crime series. I love it so far :> Also, catchy Op. Reminds me of Lupin the Third. |
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| After finishing Himitsu: The Revelation, I've been itching to find another good police/ mystery series. I definitely liked this first episode and I'm already a fan of Ryoko :D |
"May those who accept their fate be granted happiness." "May those who defy their fate be granted glory." |
| Picked this up because I read it was based on a series of novels by Yoshiki Tanaka himself (he of LOGH fame). I have to confess I wasn't blown away but it wasn't a total waste either. I hope the following episodes really bring the mistery into the fore. |
| "Perhaps there is a universal, absolute truth. Perhaps it justifies every question. But that's beyond the reach of these small hands." Mamoru Oshii There is a cult of ignorance (...) nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that “my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge.” Isaac Asimov |
| I wanted to watch this anime for a long time! I love detective mystery stuff and I just finished watching Kindaichi both seasons so I needed a replacement. After all, I'm caught up with Detective Conan as well. :< So far, it's interesting. I like the main leads! They have a good dynamic. The only thing kind of putting me off is the bland art. Also, incredible OST! |
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