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Jun 25, 2021 7:04 AM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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Yet another pre-air, but don't ask where did this one come out.

THE ORAL CIGARETTES coming in with a good song, though this one can be hit-or-miss.

The world of Scarlet Nexus is still pretty much a dystopian bare-bones of a No Man's Sky kind of rhetoric setting. Still not very sold on neither characters nor (what I can mostly and accruately assume) anime-original plot of the anime that's just basically a pre-promotion to the game.

Basically though, Sunrise's production values give the anime a better name and quality than everything else of this sub-standard plot. Everything that this episode aimed to answer is the powers of each of the Scarlet Guardians to get used as the plot progresses between them and the still-kinda-awful CGI Others creatures/monsters.

Something definitely feels weird about this one.
Jun 25, 2021 7:23 AM
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Well, decent OP but no big deal

I reaffirm myself, Nagi is unbearable, he seems too desperate...
Well, I have to say that I imagined the fights to be worse

Damn, the last part was really impressive, This can be very good or very bad depending on how it is solved 0.0
Jun 25, 2021 7:27 AM
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again they're pulling new powers out of nowhere whenever they're in a pinch because they haven't explained anything to us so its not like they're breaking any lore rules ! since we dont know abt them! and they're probably gonna keep doing that sigh

i love how the fortune thingies are still a thing tho lmao where you tie the papers onto ropes, even in this society with holograms and shit
Jun 25, 2021 7:40 AM
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Never expected the second episode to come out this early.
It's only been two episodes and it's already this dark! I can't wait for the next episode.
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Jun 25, 2021 7:44 AM
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Idk if I might dropped this, but the show is getting interesting so why not. Great OP as i expected to The Oral Cigarette song is so hype and I loved it.

There so many new characters introduced today their art style is kidda i seen before, not mention i hate to say this... but i thought that Kasumi have a same look and personality on hentai i watched before :>
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Jun 25, 2021 9:09 AM
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Well the OP is a banger, honestly I was looking forward to this one but somehow I just feel this anime doesn't live up to the hype that I was feeling, maybe it just me. And that last scene it's like resident evil somehow lol
Jun 25, 2021 9:14 AM
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It was better then I expected, I want to see where this goes.
Jun 25, 2021 9:16 AM
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Question for gameplayers - how does the anime compare to the game?
Is it a 1-1 adaptation of the story or its own thing?
Jun 25, 2021 9:36 AM
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The beginning was a bit rough.

The OP straight up slaps, thats out of question for me.

The beginning was a neat and small first impression of the side characters and future relations between Yuito, Kasane, Nagi and Naomi, but the second half was just insane. from a good(not perfect) looking fight against that 4 leg monster to constant tension with sudden events.

The ending was on another level of tension, with that secret Sniper and the "transformation".
cant wait for more episodes to air, its most likely gonna be my Anime of the Season.
Jun 25, 2021 10:07 AM
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After watching episode 2, I'm more interested in buying the game. I wonder what happened to Naomi and why it happened.
Jun 25, 2021 10:48 AM
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what's funny to me for action they do use 3d characters yet shy away from taking close up shots on them , and performing a step by step action sequence but the fights are all still frames like then what's the use of 3d characters if you want to make still frames with some hand drawn effects , like plot and characters are very weak at this point atleast give me some entertainment value in animation filled, ya there were some shots well done but utilize 3d to it's full extend why showing 3d characters in still frames and from a very far shot. man, this anime has been very dissapointing thus far
Jun 25, 2021 10:49 AM

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This episode was as little better than the first one but considering that I didn't like the first episode, it doesn't mean much. Rip, the girl sacrificed herself. Screen shattering effect at the end was cool.
Jun 25, 2021 10:54 AM
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Even I predicted that gunshot
Jun 25, 2021 1:24 PM

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The design of their battlesuits with hoodies, despite being entirely CG is dope af. I absolutely love it.

This series reminds me of World Trigger, which I love and well.

Jun 25, 2021 1:57 PM
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Better than the first episode.

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Jun 25, 2021 3:29 PM

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Plain boring and predictable, first drop of the season maybe.
No tomo malas decisiones, solo me gusta apoyar causas perdidas.
Disfruté Mayoiga, Ou-sama Game, Evil or Live, Mirai Nikki, Big Order, Arifureta, Ex-Arm, Tesla Note, Shuumatsu no Harem y Platinum End
nope les falle con esa, lo siento pero todos tenemos nuestros límites.
Así de jodido es mi gusto en anime, ¡Y estoy pinche orgulloso de ello!

Jun 25, 2021 7:17 PM
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Damn Oral Cigarettes never disappoints me since their Noragami. The OP is already straight fire

Things looking crazy and dark here. So far most of the story plot are revealed Also the animation and OST is freakin great.. Not sure for the CGI part though. It can be great and sometimes not.

Can't wait for more!
Jun 26, 2021 4:06 AM

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The next one to go is Nagi, for sure.
None of the characters are particularly interesting but the pacing is fast enough where you don't really question what's happening.

zz2000 said:
Question for gameplayers - how does the anime compare to the game?
Is it a 1-1 adaptation of the story or its own thing?
Yeah, basically the same story.

lizzziziz said:
again they're pulling new powers out of nowhere whenever they're in a pinch because they haven't explained anything to us so its not like they're breaking any lore rules ! since we dont know abt them! and they're probably gonna keep doing that sigh
i love how the fortune thingies are still a thing tho lmao where you tie the papers onto ropes, even in this society with holograms and shit
I don't think you can say that on episode 2, we know there are a lot of the different abilities, that chord thing is just an overdrive mode, it's also on the trailers for the game.
Also people in Japan still use Fax machines and the temples there, are still very much alive in the culture, who's to say it won't still be a thing in 1000 years?
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Jun 26, 2021 11:43 AM
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things are interesting for a world where these fights take place in the episode that was a good thing for the characters.

The Op is good I liked the animation itself it was cool to watch the episode.
Jun 26, 2021 6:42 PM
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I Finish playing the games today for yuuto route 8.0/10 for story quite good and not generic, for the anime episode 2, 90% it really follow the games plot
Jun 26, 2021 7:44 PM

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lizzziziz said:
again they're pulling new powers out of nowhere whenever they're in a pinch because they haven't explained anything to us so its not like they're breaking any lore rules ! since we dont know abt them! and they're probably gonna keep doing that sigh

i love how the fortune thingies are still a thing tho lmao where you tie the papers onto ropes, even in this society with holograms and shit
Playing through the game and its been like this for the first 5 hours. Non-stop introduction of new combat mechanics in every fight randomly. I'm sure later into the game it stops so you can get used to it, but it's a lot to digest. In regards to the anime, it just comes across as constant power reveals outta nowhere lol
Jun 27, 2021 4:49 AM

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I liked episode 2 much more than the first. I like the character designs, the environment has been quite dull though. The animations are okay, average at best for an action/thriller anime but I watched it coming off of playing the demo of the game so I guess my expectations might've been a bit too high. I do love the aesthetic of the outfits for the characters, the Brain Drive mode for the characters that they go into.

I've been eyeing the game for several months on the PS Store and kept it on my radar. After playing through the demo, I'm definitely considering a purchase, but I'm still trying to adjust to JRPGs, I've never been the biggest fan of them in the past. My fairly recent return to anime as a whole has changed my perspective on them though. I'm just consuming as much Japanese media as I can these days. Will probably give it a go soon.

Looking forward to seeing more new episodes of the anime. I doubt it'll be a 2-cour run. I can see it being a one and done 12-13 episode season. Hope there's more than that because I like the theme. But I think the anime is simply a byproduct to promote the main money maker (the game).
Jun 27, 2021 6:41 AM
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So far this anime is quite meh, but then again, up to this point the game's story is also pretty meh. After what happens in this episode things start to pick up, so I hope it gets better as well
Jun 27, 2021 4:51 PM
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Its now episode 2 and its good.. there are a few questions to follow from what i have already asked before.. just how are the others really made? what are the things thats happening around yuito? And will yuito be alright once he finds out the truth behind everything? I feel that there are just more to the story than we could think.. firstly, it may be possible to make a psychic, but it would require for the brain  to be unlocked for more than 10%.. since 10% is the theoretical normal for a human.. and to unlock it would require quite a lot of stress on the brain, aside from pushing it to the limit.. well, just what is really happening? And will they really be ok in the mission? Anyways, i rate the episode a 9.5 of 10, 9.5 for both story and art.. :)
Jun 28, 2021 8:58 AM
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dz_1998 said:
So far this anime is quite meh, but then again, up to this point the game's story is also pretty meh. After what happens in this episode things start to pick up, so I hope it gets better as well


To be fair the story of the game is kinda of bad, the visuals, the combat and ost is kinda of what made the game good, the story However is not what you gonna play the game for
Jun 28, 2021 10:55 AM
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zz2000 said:
Question for gameplayers - how does the anime compare to the game?
Is it a 1-1 adaptation of the story or its own thing?

Yeahhhh it’s a Danganronpa deal it’s going way too fast
Jun 28, 2021 11:00 AM
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Centurionzo_12 said:
dz_1998 said:
So far this anime is quite meh, but then again, up to this point the game's story is also pretty meh. After what happens in this episode things start to pick up, so I hope it gets better as well


To be fair the story of the game is kinda of bad, the visuals, the combat and ost is kinda of what made the game good, the story However is not what you gonna play the game for


Tbh the story kinda intrigued me a bit. Sure, the dialogue and the characters are pretty mediocre but even so I am enjoying the story, and I want to know what happens next. But sure, visuals, music and combat are still the best part about the game
Jun 29, 2021 8:54 AM

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Kasane is so overprotective of her sister that it's almost getting annoying to watch. Speaking of which, she seems to have a decent relationship with her sister even during their childhood.

Arashi is kinda silly. I'm guessing this show will flesh out more personalities from the main cast.

Average episode imo. Feels like there's still potential but it's taking its sweet time to develop the story. That cliffhanger though.
Jun 30, 2021 7:48 PM

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Is it just me, or doeas this remind you of a mix between the Gibiate and Phanatsy Star Online 2 anime. Just jumps right in without establishing a good connection and investment in the characters. Just here's the people, and then action. Very poorly excecuted, but I've seen much worse, so I'm probably gonna finnish it anyways..
Jul 1, 2021 12:33 AM
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I wonder who was the sniper. My guess is glasses dude. He for some reason didn't seem too happy with Kasane at the end of the previous episode.
Jul 1, 2021 5:06 AM
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great CG quite surprising
Jul 1, 2021 7:51 AM
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Sigh, they spoiled their own twist with the poster visual. Nothing surprising here.
Jul 1, 2021 12:34 PM

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If anyone is related its the 2 with red eyes...the other 2 are just beyond sus. cmon bro
Jul 1, 2021 2:11 PM

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This CRAZY cliffhanger from the second episode!
Jul 1, 2021 9:14 PM
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Who's kaito's va?
Jul 2, 2021 7:53 AM

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The designs look cool, but the story seems empty and cliched. Well, this was never in my plan to watch list, but I still decided to try it. I hope this can be a mild entertainment.

I think Nagi will die because the male best friend always dies early on. lol
Jul 3, 2021 5:57 AM
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considering this is related to a game of the same name and reputedly follows the same story, I would hazard a guess this is going to be similar to the TWEWY adaptation (although less severe).

What we are seeing is the climax of the introduction arc of your typical anime adaptation. This would normally be at least 5 episodes in. This show feels rushed, lifeless, and bland.

I'll probably drop this but we'll see. I watched a lot of shit last season so maybe I'll keep up with this bland drivel.
Jul 3, 2021 6:18 PM
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Several things I liked:
CGI of the armor on our heroes
General animation, fight scenes included

Several things I think are weird:
Enemies .... corset wearing flower arrangements, water valve tree heads
Gray Haired Sister ..... I will determine if you are worthy of my sister (????)
A guy named Karen? Is this like a Boy Named Sue?

Several things I don't like:
Gray Haired Sister and Blonde Sister spending every episode yelling "Sister" constantly......I may only learn one word in Japanese from this anime and it will be Sister
And the horndog friend of our MC .....he is spending most of his time watching Blondie, chatting Blondie, or looking around for Blondie. And Gray Hair thinks the MC is after her sister??? Get a clue girl.
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Jul 4, 2021 1:22 AM
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Honestly I enjoy the fact this anime has a game as well but fights not too bad, if only yuito has the common sense to use his telekinesis more better but other than that I find myself more interested
Jul 4, 2021 1:22 AM
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Honestly I enjoy the fact this anime has a game as well but fights not too bad, if only yuito has the common sense to use his telekinesis more better but other than that I find myself more interested
Jul 4, 2021 1:26 AM
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Are you sure it's good?
It's only 2 episodes for now.
I think I go check it out a little and wait a little more.
Jul 4, 2021 3:24 AM
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I was surprised to see that this trash was still continuing
Jul 4, 2021 7:37 PM

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Catalyze said:
Several things I liked:
CGI of the armor on our heroes
General animation, fight scenes included

Several things I think are weird:
Enemies .... corset wearing flower arrangements, water valve tree heads
Gray Haired Sister ..... I will determine if you are worthy of my sister (????)
A guy named Karen? Is this like a Boy Named Sue?

Several things I don't like:
Gray Haired Sister and Blonde Sister spending every episode yelling "Sister" constantly......I may only learn one word in Japanese from this anime and it will be Sister
And the horndog friend of our MC .....he is spending most of his time watching Blondie, chatting Blondie, or looking around for Blondie. And Gray Hair thinks the MC is after her sister??? Get a clue girl.

sad part is the things you didn't like wasn't that apparent in the game
nagi was still pretty into naomi but because for several reasons you don't see them together that often. in fact yuito and kasane were never supposed to make direct contact at that monument.
the word onee-chan still comes out of kasane's mouth 24/7 but due to her being with other OSF members every time (and never with her sister), you don't really hear that within the mission or so.
whatever the anime is doing, we all can say it is indeed going fast-paced + not exactly going the way the game went. it may look bad, but I am curious to see what would happen where shit actually gets real.
Jul 7, 2021 8:19 AM

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This episode had to end on such a cliffhanger T_T I'm liking the show so far. Yeah, it's cliched, but w/e I love anime that have aliens.

When does the next episode come out...?
Jul 8, 2021 7:21 AM

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The art style feels too soft to me, if that makes any sense. I guess it's because I'm used to the rather crisp environments of the game at high resolution.

The episode was fine, I'd say it was paced very fast. I'm only a little ahead of the anime on Kasane's playthrough. They skipped the first mission that happens in the construction yard on Kasane's route.

Naomi blushing was very cute.

I wouldn't expect this show to make a whole lot of sense to anyone who hasn't played the game, I doubt they will explain much. That said, I need to step up and get further into the game to avoid being spoiled in 2 weeks when they catch up to where I am right now.
Jul 8, 2021 7:24 AM

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Better than episode 1

Like episode 1, the animation looks choppy (seems like MC's face and body-shape changes every other cut), and while the CG fights don't look bad, I can't tell the difference between the characters because they all wear the same outfit and their faces are covered.

At least the story got a little interesting. Hoping they can carry the momentum into next episode
Jul 8, 2021 8:22 AM

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Much better than the first episode. And the OP is great!
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Jul 8, 2021 11:41 AM

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Well idk how to feel about this yet but that was an interesting fight. Animation was alright but the design and art makes up for it a little bit. CGI is alright.

It was obvious that someone was going to die, probably won't die somehow..



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Jul 8, 2021 2:12 PM

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Yikes.

Just play the game if this caught your attention, is way too superior tbh, even the opening of the game (Dream In Drive by the Oral Cigarettes, at least in my opinion lol)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QttwjLOnIDo

They even are changing some things, for example, in the part of the training, it's a 3v3v3 without Arashi (Kasane, Hanabi and Tsumugi vs Yuito, Kagero and Shiden vs Gemma, Naomi and Nagi) and ofc it is rushed, I literally spend like 4-5 hours just to get to the same point that this episode ended.
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Jul 8, 2021 3:13 PM
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The show has decent animation and characters I guess by why do the "Others" look absolutely god-awful. Like I've had diarrhea that looks better. I may be wrong and I hope I am but I'm feeling that this is going to be a 5 or 6/10.
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