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| The only show I was excited for this season and it lived up to my expectations. I'm so ready to watch this every week. |
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| interesting first episode sure as hell felt like a 90s anime music was damn good too. wondering after people saying this gets dark like how dark are we talking here opening scene felt more over the top in a jojo way but then the aftermath of the train was much more grounded in reality so was surprised to see that. |
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| Wow just wow, I'm totally impressed by this, my jaw dropped. I'm really digging this one! this is by far my favorite release this season! I've gotta say, I haven't seen something similar to this (unless Book of Circus counts as "similar" I'm kinda perplexed at how this has 7.43 Average score in MAL, but well. |
| "We could make the world better, but it's easier to just shut our eyes." ~Blackwall |
| This was really nice. I haven't read the manga but from experience, 43 volumes in 36 episodes is really pushing it I think, if there's no sequel this is bound to become rushed at some point. |
| Is this done by the creator of Ushio to Tora? Because it looks and feels kinda like that series Other than that, I liked what I saw....This puppet thing should be a lot of fun and so far I like our 3 leads...Animation is pretty good as well. But that dude's disease is scary =/ |
| Not bad but not too good either. A decent start at least. |
| Don't believe the hype. |
| That Narumi guy has a disease of making people laugh no matter what, that is one messed up disease. I'm loving the characters and it seems like a good show too. I guess I will stick with it for now. |
How I learned to stop worrying and love the bomb --- Dr Strangelove  |
Ventus_S said: MrMuunster said: my favorite manga get a proper anime adaptation.. kinda skeptical when Studio voln is the one taking the reins... but after ep 1... 100% LOVE IT! At least it's not A1 Picture who take the cake. Anything that's not Sword Art Online, A1 did a half ass job. Persona 5 Anime adaptation is atrocious. Persona 5 anime adaptation has nothing to do with A-1. It's animated by Cloverworks which is just a sister company of them since it's also owned by Aniplex. |
| I can't be the only one here who thinks of Kurapika when I seeing Shirogane (hairstyle+weapon on fingers)? Anyhow, it was a decent start. Quite a surprise a non-famous sequel is getting a 3-cour. Will definitely look for more in the future. |
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This episode made a good impression for me. I really like the premise, we got this guy who gets seizures when he doesn't make people laugh. The kid and the adult relationship kinda gives me Ushio & Tora vibes. The puppet fights has me intrigued! Not only that, it's gonna be 3 cours!!! Yuki Hayashi is composing the music (his famous work: MHA). I'm gonna enjoy this one.  |
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| This anime has the potential to be better than My Hero Academia and taking its Shounen spot. Which I hope it does. Characters are likable. Pace is just about right so things don't feel rushed. Animation is fine. The use of the puppets is unique. OP/ED are clean. |
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| Yeah. This was great. Expected this to be great since Ushio and Tora was also great. I was quite fond of that one, so looking forward to the rest of Karakuri Circus. And 36 episodes? holy shit. This Studio VOLN seems to be pretty small, having only done 5 works(or at least that's what it says on MAL), but they clearly have some decent funding for Karakuri Circus. Not to mention the animation so far isn't bad at all. Amazon money? Do they have a prime time slot? Government funded? I have no idea, but 36 episodes is amazing. Also lol at that strange disease. Anyway, this is quite the trashy anime season, but at least there are a few gems out there. |
| Some impressive animation on the fights, a good presentation of the villains, some charismatic (albeit a bit tropey) main characters, made by a studio with a good chunk of the old Madhouse talent... This could be and amazing series, let's wait and see. It's a shame shows like SAO, Tokyo Ghoul and Goblin Slayer came out this season and hog quite a bit of the hype, because this deserves more attention. |
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| I remember chinese series with highly skilled super bodyguard was pretty trendy at that time that make me fall in love with the manga, can't believe this gets adapted after so long :3 |
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| Good first episode. The OP is amazing. The premise of it seems good. |
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| Pretty impressive first episode. Good production values and the premise is kinda absurd. but at the same time is really interesting. Just figured out it was a three cour too. Tons of potential here. |
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| I like this, but is the girl always going to look like a pepperoni pizza?? |
| Sieg Zeon! |
| well the story seems a bit bland but lets see how it goes for now |
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| Great OP/ED/BGM, story is alright, will keep this on my watch list for the time being 10/10 |
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| I see a lot of people who haven't read the manga here wondering if this show's gonna be good. I'll just say that you're definitly not ready for what's about to come. Prepare your anus. |
| Great op and ed!! The puppets are DAMN creepy, but I really like this show and I can't wait for it to go crazy |
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| Well this seems like it will be a fun ride, definitely more action in the first episode than I thought. |
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| Can we take a moment to realize and appreciate how fucking amazing this is? Everything about this anime seems perfect, which is a huge rarity nowadays... Treasure it, goddammit! We can't let this show go unnoticed. I'm calling it: It'll be a goddamn masterpiece. |
ShadowMonkeyOct 12, 2018 4:35 PM
| When I hear Narumi speak I can't help hearing Takamura from Hajime no Ippo, but that isn't a bad thing! |
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| Man, I was not expecting to like this nearly as much as I did but this was a phenomenal first episode. Narumi is a fucking GOAT. Also I see we're reusing that same Bump of Chicken song. This has got to be like the 5th or 6th anime I've heard use it. |
| Damn, this was a brilliant and odd first episode! Really enjoyed the subtle and abrupt changes in direction every now and then, it just felt so natural oddly enough. Even then, I wish they don’t resort to this means for later episodes as it could possibly downgrade the show. First impressions of the show are solid thus far, I hope the production value and storyline will keep the series interesting and as engaging as this introductory episode throughout its course. Masaru’s situation seems like a little weird to come to terms with and the whole “puppets” premise so far was just thrown in. I’m curious to know more about the family circumstances and whatnot, the Grandfather there hinted something bad so I’m looking forward to seeing more info on that. Not fully into his character, just yet. But the other two seem really interesting so far, Narumi the typical but intriguing main character and Shirogane the caring but badass female lead. For now, I only hope the Characters don’t become monotonous and start to accept and move on with each other. I can’t stop but think of Narumi’s disease as hilarious though, his attempt to make someone and anyone laugh at the beginning was so very hilarious *facepalm*. The extreme facial expressions though were very extreme, I must say, not the biggest fan of that personally. Shirogane’s battle with the puppet was brilliantly animated and the action sequences were on point, what a delight to have, and similarly with the whole train action scenes. Soundtrack of the fights were brilliant too and it’s by the same Sound Director as that of Boku no Hero Academia(Whoohoo!), I’m really going to like this show by the looks of it. Op by Bump of Chicken was glorious and so were the clorful display of visuals especially during the first few seconds! ED was brilliant too, especially the visuals! Comedy of the show was on point for the most bit too. Looks like we’re up for an interesting battle next up, so I’m highly looking forward to that! |
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| Good start , good animation and interesting series , this can be one of the best of this season. |
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| Awesome episode,this show has lot of potential. |
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Shueisha said: I see a lot of people who haven't read the manga here wondering if this show's gonna be good. I'll just say that you're definitly not ready for what's about to come. Prepare your anus. Pretty much this. You are in for a ride of pain. I'm so hyped for this adaptation, I don't even care if they get rid of some parts. So far the first episode looked really good and imo they got the mood right. |
| I haven't been this excited for a shonen anime in a while. I love this mangaka's style. |
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Ventus_S said: MrMuunster said: my favorite manga get a proper anime adaptation.. kinda skeptical when Studio voln is the one taking the reins... but after ep 1... 100% LOVE IT! At least it's not A1 Picture who take the cake. Anything that's not Sword Art Online, A1 did a half ass job. Persona 5 Anime adaptation is atrocious. P5A isn't even made by A1 but Cloverworks, which split from it. |
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| Hayashibara Megumi, Sakurai Takahiro and Rikiya Koyama in one place. Is there really any other reason you need to watch this anime? |
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| Guess who isn't watching the 36 eps? It's me ! |
| Signature removed. Please have a positive iq. |
| wow! cool! it's from the same music composer of Boku no Hero...that's why I easily recognized it! 5/5. |
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| Ah that's rare, a show with character designs taking inspiration from 90's, man that's welcoming. |
| Very good art and a promising opening episode. Had lots of things going for it. The Arlequin puppet looks pretty cool. |
| Watching it thanks to two french youtubers (Harouban et Ermite Moderne si vous êtes là ;)), and I'm really glad it lived up to the expectations they put into it. Beautiful visuals, expressive characters and really good soundtrack. One of the best 1st episode this season. |
| Tora but he's a guy dressed as a teddy bear. You've got my attention. |
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