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Jan 7, 2018 12:07 PM

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Right when you see Hinata for the first time in the konbini there is a No game no life poster on the wall at the store. Normally, I would think it was for ngnl zero but it didn't have any zero. Do you think this could be madhouse hinting at a season 2 in the future? or just madhouse promoting their past series? or is there some context in japanese that I am not getting?
Jan 7, 2018 2:34 PM
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I love this anime already, it feels like a movie!

Super cute and likable girls. Beautiful setting. Seems like a fun story.

Ily Madhouse don't let me down
Jan 8, 2018 12:36 AM
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Nyron said:
this show sucked

it's just another braindead where nothing exciting will happen. Four moe girls go on a vacation and get into moe anime girl hijinks. It was pretty boring and shitty and mindless

let me know if this actually goes anywhere

also the art was all paint-overs of photographs and the character designs are so generic i would never even be able to pick out the characters from a group, even after finishing the first episode 5 minutes ago. i legit thought the glasses girl at the end was her mom because that's how plain everyone looks.

oooh edgy

Anyway, I read the synopsis of this show, and then try to give it a shot
and It was good, CGDCT also isn't my cup of tea but the story is promising.
Jan 8, 2018 12:39 AM

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A good Madhouse original? This is hype af, has a nice to look at art style to and a cute op.
What.
Jan 8, 2018 5:12 AM

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Woweee such a warm episode, I honestly feel like I'm going to enjoy this one :-) seems really special to finally have a legit and pure slice of life story.

The white outlines for the characters make them look shiny which is kind of weird, everything else is good.
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Jan 8, 2018 7:24 AM

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I take that Tamaki was a German shepherd puppy in a past life, or the writers just had no clue how to script it so that she recognizes Kobuchizawa to give back the money in a believable fashion. It was also convenient to have Kobuchi vent out loudly her frustration after being followed in the toilet. As much as it is convenient that they're from the same school...

I predict that this anime is going to end badly if it combo up its way with plot conveniences like this. My expectations are at the level of the boardwalk, but who knows? Might become more than just cute girls visiting cute Antartica.
Jan 8, 2018 3:51 PM

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I'm so looking forward to this series. I read the description, it may not sound the most interesting but its unique. Expedition to the Antarctic! I love ships, not just warships but freighters, oilers, and exploration ships. They just interests me so much. using a real ship gives me good vibes too!
This is going to be great!
Also doesn't come at a better time since a Japanese guy just reached the center of Antarctica solo.
Jan 8, 2018 10:26 PM

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That was pretty good starting for an episode 1, but the scale of high school student to go to Antarctica is too big. It's just anime but it sounded pretty damn cool. I wish I had big commitment of doing something like that.
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Jan 9, 2018 12:50 AM

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Who would dislike this?! I mean , how many animes do we even have with school girls cowering at the thought of trying out things and being scared at the outcome (I can SOOOOOOOOOO relate..it's almost scary) and planning an expedition to Antarctica!!
I really hope the show delivers and we get to see Antarctica at its full glory. 9/10 for me so far

Jan 9, 2018 2:14 AM
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I mainly watch to see how they want to make me belive that 4 high school students get on a expedition to Antarctica. But the first episode was very charming.
Jan 9, 2018 3:06 AM

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ToppyS2 said:
Pretty excited, for this, having Hanazawa Kana and Rem (Re:Zero) VC's is such a treat! Wooo \o/ The story itself does looks fun too :D ~


You mean Hanazawa Kana, Mayuri (Steins;Gate) & Minase Inori, Rem (Re:Zero) ^w^

I didn't notice that she was Rem's VA not until I heard the "But" which I instantly linked to Rem and her new Character ^_^
And I love the ending song, Inori is talented, pretty and have a good singing voice ^w^
"No matter what painful things happens, even when it looks like you'll lose... when no one else in the world believes in you... when you don't even believe in yourself... I will believe in you!"

Jan 9, 2018 4:13 AM

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Hearing Inori being this bubbly character... It's pretty good! I kinda miss her being this talkative cuz Chito is really not that talkative.

The facial expressions are really goood. Some of em actually made me laugh especially the part where Mari lied about the teachers calling Shirase.



Definitely looking forward to more of this!

Also the no game no life cameo... How intriguing...
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Jan 9, 2018 9:19 AM

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MC girl is really stupid to not keep the money, also the journey to antarctica seems to be ridicioulous idea.
Jan 10, 2018 7:42 AM

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The execution of this episode was seriously good. The premise may seem a bit silly, but they're just getting absolutely everything right.
Jan 10, 2018 8:58 AM
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Interesting first episode. Tbh I was not too hooked on this season but decided to give it a try and tbh I really enjoyed the episode. For a SOL show it wasn't too slow and was pretty fun. Mari's personality makes the show quite lively.

Mari's reaction when she found that 1 million yet lol
In real life would people really turn it in? hehe
It's great to know that she did the right thing and that she found another friend. Shirase is quite an interesting character. I liked her smile at the end too , it's pretty adorable.

That NGNL poster lol, kind of random but hilarious to see nonetheless.
Megumi's reaction to that Mt.Fuji picture was priceless, hope to see more of her too.

Jan 10, 2018 12:20 PM

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First show I watched from this season at it really hooked me up. Kind of hoped it was going to include some scenery porn but it was still nice.

shanimebib said:
Stark700 said:
That Shirase Kobuchizawa is probably the most mysterious girl so far in this series.
Shirase just laid bare everything there is to about her character, her dream and how she has persisted so far in this episode alone. What do you mean by "probably the most mysterious girl so far"? Oh, I forgot. No subs are out yet.
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Jan 10, 2018 12:33 PM
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They are gay as heelllll!!!! Nice!
Jan 11, 2018 7:41 AM

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With only two years left in high school, good girl Mari realizes that she's yet done anything noteworthy, and sets out on a journey to try things she's never done before. Shirase, an ambitious girl with something to prove, later enters her life, and it's glorious. This is the feel good show of the season right here. The visuals are gorgeous. And I love these characters. I can particularly relate with Shirase, and how she's charging forward with her goals despite discouragement.

5/5
Jan 11, 2018 8:30 AM

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After seeing this episode, I was thrilled by the behavior of the protagonists, what a beautiful youth! I was already attracted to this anime series, after I had seen the various promos, but now I am even more convinced that I have made the right choice to start it. Cute drawing style, even if the quality has not always been at best, instead the backgrounds are really beautiful. The soundtrack is catchy, I will continue to follow this anime series.
Jan 12, 2018 2:49 AM
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nice osts & funny. Tho pacing felt odd mostly 1st half.
Both mcs straight bangs that's unusual.
Jan 14, 2018 1:29 PM

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My only complaint in this episode is that so much of the conflict feels forced. It doesn't stand to logic that a girl would face so much adversity for wanting to go to Antarctica. Any normal teacher, parent figure, or even friend would just vector the girl's efforts into becoming a scientist or other kind of job that would allow her to go to Antarctica. I've personally met a woman who did seasonal work in Antarctica as a heavy machine operator. In a broader context, I don't even think such adversity is even needed. It feels like a good portion of this anime will concern the journey, so it doesn't matter that much about these initial problems.
Jan 15, 2018 9:24 PM

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Great way to start off the episode! I love the personality of the characters, sending positive vibes for the rest of the series!
Jan 19, 2018 3:37 PM
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Cute, also quite interesting compared to most slice of life where there actually is some form of goal to go along with the cute, comforting little moments.
Jan 22, 2018 3:28 PM

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The animation is good so far and the story is promising adventure.

Will keep watching.
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Jan 24, 2018 1:32 PM

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Expected slice of life, got an adventure story! Recently I ve been on an adventure, too. But I was not that young and its was not Antarctica (but at least on the other side of the globe). Those girls have some courage! But as a father I would be scared to death if my daughter would leave on a trip like that nearly alone with zero traveling experience. I am really curious about how this trip is going to happen. ^^ Nice show, nice vibes!
Jan 24, 2018 5:26 PM

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I actually really like this. The girls are so cute and the story is interesting. Music seems pretty upbeat and catchy. It kinda striked a chord with me... the whole journey thing. I always wondered what else is out there for me and what it would be like if i just picked up and left... But anyway I think this could be really good!!
Jan 26, 2018 2:42 AM
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the beginning of opening looks a little like that of kanamemo
Jan 26, 2018 10:06 AM

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it seems good, btw does anyone know what the text message in the ending song said? the one that appeared when they were sleeping.
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Jan 28, 2018 1:58 AM

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I've only met 2 of the cast and i already love them! Main character reminds me of a discount Yui Hirasawa but she has the same personality lol
Jan 29, 2018 3:16 AM

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Mari's big plan to skip school was fun LOL she was very fast to join the adventure!
Jan 31, 2018 7:57 PM
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I got a late start on this just because. So far this is the most promising new show for me. It,s been a pretty dry season for me, so I'm glad.
Feb 1, 2018 3:30 AM

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Woow why did I wait so long to watch this show, what a treat.
Feb 2, 2018 10:44 AM

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This looks like it's going to be cute, interesting, and heartwarming. I'm so down.

Also the main girl reminds me a bit of Mako Mankanshoku from Kill La Kill. Maybe it's the haircut....
Feb 3, 2018 5:39 AM
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Cute girls going to Antarctica.. I dig it.

Feb 6, 2018 10:41 AM

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I don't like the part of why Mari wants to go to the Antarctica. The comedy was cool. 3/5
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Feb 10, 2018 1:26 AM
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Madhouse Madhouse Madhouse!!!
This restrained but very detailed art style reminds me of their Dennou Coil
Feb 11, 2018 10:07 AM

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*DEEP INHALE* Can you feel this. That's Quality


Feb 16, 2018 5:45 AM

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Akko is that you??
Feb 20, 2018 9:46 AM

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Great first episode, as someone who also wants to go on a journey like this someday this is really exciting. Looking forward to seeing where this goes.
Mar 12, 2018 8:35 AM

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Oh yes I am very down to watch two cute girls, one of which is at least mildly autistic, go to Antarctica.
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Mar 16, 2018 1:31 AM

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I can't believe I didn't start watching this sooner, it's both cute as hell and interesting. The characters are extremely loveable as well. I'm gonna have to binge this when I get more time.
Mar 19, 2018 6:46 PM

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idk what it is but this series is really soothing the look of it, the animation , the setting , the overall feel of the series just feels amazing when watching

loving everything thing about it and its only ep 1 i know but this feeling is amazing

am looking forward to watching more
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Mar 21, 2018 3:32 PM
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This is hands off one of the top 5 best first episodes I've seen so far. Everything is so perfectly handled here and makes me want to see more ... it's not really anything special by any means, but it's beautiful nevertheless. That ending scene really finished me; I was already satisfied (and tearing up) before that, to be honest. I would say this is somewhere around 8/10, since it lacks true originality and complex/surprising elements.

In short, THIS is how a first episode should be done!
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Mar 28, 2018 5:06 PM

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Ehh, I'm not sure how I feel about the first episode :'D The sudden adventure and how our main character just left her home so easily feels weird, but I'm looking forward to what's to come.

The character art though... it's really bothering me how they seem like they are... glossy/laminated(/whatever is the right word) :'D Maybe it's just me.
Apr 6, 2018 6:36 PM

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Started this animu with low expectations but the first episode managed to grab my attention. Unique artstyle and interesting characters. Seems like the blonde girl was also interested in going to antartica.

Apr 10, 2018 11:09 AM
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So, I finished my last winter season anime today, checked out spring releases yesterday and there's not much to look forward to. Then I got the idea to check the winter again in case I missed out on something and bam: 8.66, ranked 56, Madhouse, there must be something to it I thought. So far it's a bit cheesy, needs more backstory I'd say. But there's one thing not cheesy so far, that is, you need somebody like-minded to do something you always wanted but were afraid of.
May 5, 2018 6:17 PM

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Stark700 said:
While I'm not impressed by the animation quality so far, I do like the characters particularly Mari. She's cute as hell.


How are you not impressed by the animation?! The quality of the settings and attention to details of the ship's inner workings, the landscape and buildings is BEAUTIFUL! The use of the lighting, glare and shadow is subtle, but still noticeable for compliment. The characters' sharp edges of their animation in contrast to the backgrounds' blurs and shades makes the characters stand out more. After all, slice of life heavily rely on the characters themselves, so this art decision is acceptable.

I'm legitimately surprised that the animation isn't your cup of tea.
Plus, this is MADHOUSE we're talking about here!

May 6, 2018 9:16 AM

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this first episode was exactly what i had hoped for after hearing about this anime.

good start let's see how this journey continues

fucking sucks though that MAL Episode thumbnails spoil the fun. I already know just by the thumbnail of episode 13 that they arrived at antarctica which sucks big balls
Aug 9, 2018 9:09 PM

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That sure was a very lovely start I must say, quite interesting way to introduce some characters!

Really looking forwards to see what will happen in this series and looking forwards to see what the next episode has to offer!
Sep 18, 2018 7:43 AM

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wew the girl is living the dream!

pretty good setup so far, middle portion of the episode was a little boring after the introduction of the dark haired girl. Hope it deserves its spot in the top 100 and turn out to be amazing.

one thing though I really dislike bullies, especially female bullies who think they're some hot shits, they need a good fist print planted on their cheek, trying to extort money from someone.
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