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| I don't really have a glasses fetish anyway. According to the most recent responses to the poll in the "What is your reaction so far?" thread, the thing that people now dislike about Izumiko are her prominent red-framed glasses. Interestingly, the Himegami doesn't need to wear glasses. So my theory is that the Himegami slips in her contact lenses at the same time that she puts on that beautiful kimono. Guess what: The author of the light novel series didn't give Izumiko glasses ! If you go to this link, they will give you a free view of the first twelve pages of the 298-page book. Using レッドデータガール it is easy to Google all of the cover art of the first few volumes. She is never wearing glasses. To see the 12-page preview, just click on the book cover and then use your mouse scroll-down wheel to see all the pages. http://www.amazon.co.jp/%EF%BC%B2%EF%BC%A4%EF%BC%A7%E3%83%AC%E3%83%83%E3%83%89%E3%83%87%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AC%E3%83%BC%E3%83%AB-%E3%81%AF%E3%81%98%E3%82%81%E3%81%A6%E3%81%AE%E3%81%8A%E4%BD%BF%E3%81%84-%E8%A7%92%E5%B7%9D%E6%96%87%E5%BA%AB-%E8%8D%BB%E5%8E%9F-%E8%A6%8F%E5%AD%90/dp/4043944403 |
okanaganApr 1, 2013 6:18 AM
okanagan said: The anime director probably felt it was needed to emphasize the difference between Izumiko and the spirit possessing her. (shrug) Doesn't bother me - it's supposed to be a powerful spirit - don't see why it can make the glasses temporarily disappear. (maybe it's vane)Guess what: The author of the light novel series didn't give Izumiko glasses ! |
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Cratex said: Doesn't bother me either. To be honest, I very much prefer the character design of the anime, eyeglasses or not. The one on the book cover likes a bit like from the old days and definitely not the current art style popular in anime (actually even the one used in the anime is a bit of the old style but still carries much more an anime feel).okanagan said: The anime director probably felt it was needed to emphasize the difference between Izumiko and the spirit possessing her. (shrug) Guess what: The author of the light novel series didn't give Izumiko glasses ! |
| So MAL finally starts locking news threads that are only a few weeks old? I wonder where was the announcement of this change? Or we are seeing yet another case of changes made that impacted users but not communicated to them? I wonder how long people would put up with this. As much as I have a bunch of information to share about anime announced recently I cannot share it in news board, and the anime series is too disorganized and chaotic to share information except with people already interested in the particular series. |
| Well this episode was......Interesting |
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| The story seems rather predictable up until now - yet I am somewhat fond of the characters. Izumiko seems to be right in the middle of decent character development. I still somewhat dislike Miyuki, though my biggest complaint about him now is his sudden change of character. He just stops being a jerk within one episode, seems protective of Izumiko and the next moment he is willing to do whatever he's ordered by Wamiya, only to turn protective of her again afterwards. That's just ridiculous, and makes his character appear completely unrealistic, and as if the author couldn't quite decide what sort of personality he has. |
| Didn't think it could get any more shittier. I was wrong. Seriously, not a good start to the season. Episode Naxcore: 1 out of 5 |
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SetsukoHara said: OK episode, not as boring as the previous ones, but I feel like this anime could do better if the story was a bit more focused and if the characters were not your usual reverse-harem archetype. In what way does this show seem like a reverse harem? If you look at the OP, other than Yukimasa, there are 5 guys and 4 girls featured in it, including the two main characters. One of them we already know is familiar of sorts, so not really a guy after all. That makes 4 and 4. Cratex said: okanagan said: The anime director probably felt it was needed to emphasize the difference between Izumiko and the spirit possessing her. (shrug) Doesn't bother me - it's supposed to be a powerful spirit - don't see why it can make the glasses temporarily disappear. (maybe it's vane)Guess what: The author of the light novel series didn't give Izumiko glasses ! The illustrations for the 6th light novel were done by Mel Kishida, who is credited with the original character designs for the anime. I don't know if he added the glasses, or not. Spirai said: I really don't like Miyuki even though he was drawn to look good. One second he's all protective (and randomly too, I mean didn't he just hate Izumiko in the last episode?) and the next he's a total wimp who's willing to do anything that some strange guy with powers is telling him to do. He doesn't even try to understand the aspect of the situation as a whole. Rather, it's always, "What can I do?" or "What will I say?" and whatnot. And his fake polite attitude in front of adults really pisses me off as well. It's so ridiculous that I hope he's insulted about it later on in the anime. As for Izumiko, character development going well enough I suppose. Himegami stuff is still mysterious and not making any sense. Izumiko's dad appears out of nowhere whereas when we last saw him he was talking to her on webcam? We still have yet to sort out the past which apparently plays an important role in the main relationships in this anime. So far, I'm not liking the episodes. The plot's rather boring and moving at a snail pace. We also have no idea why it's called Red Data Girl when the key word here seems to be Himegami. Hopefully things will start making sense by the next episode or this anime just may be dropped. Miyuki has been training to be a warrior monk. He knows how little training he has had. In last week's episode, he experienced first hand some of the reason that Izumiko needs protection, then saw her transformed into a goddess. I think that would be enough to elicit change in just about anyone. Then this week, he has to face down a freaking GOD! He knew that he would die and fail to protect Izumiko and therefore the Himegami, if he tried to resist Wamiya with his current strength, so he suggested the safer course: do what he wants, go to the local high school, be safe. I don't really see that being too big of a deal. As for her dad appearing "out of nowhere", that was about 6 months later, when she is entering high school. You may notice that she looks a little less little girlish and a little more young ladyish, with little less baby fat on her cheeks and more of a figure. Her dad came to take her to high school. Not that big of a stretch. They even let you know that in the dialog with it being half a year or even more since Miyuki had seen her father. (The suggestion is that her dad does travel between the US and Japan on business and is not entirely AWOL.) As for the name, it is explained in during the OP, but basically, the title is taken from a book of endangered species known as the "Red Data Book". At the very beginning, it says that she is a girl from an endangered species, and we found out in episode 2 that she is the "last vessel" of the Himegami, so it seems she is a rather rare bird after all... witchhuntress said: And it's a novel not light novel, so...I wonder...=.= It may be billed as a fantasy novel instead of a light novel, but it is still illustrated and, for instance, the first volume was only 298 pages. Compare that with volume 1 of the Full Metal Panic! light novels, which comes in at 343 pages, and the author apologizes for it being so long, and that puts RDG at about the same length as your average LN. |
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| Pleistoros wrote: Her dance was nice but rather close to some simple moves. I was really curious about Izumiko's dance. Basically, I know nothing about any kind of dancing. But she was wearing what looked like a shrine maiden costume so I guessed it was a shrine maiden dance. I went on YouTube and watched a couple dozen dances by shrine maidens. There is an incredible variety, but after I while I noticed that there are some common elements and a certain identifiable style. Then I went back and looked closely at Izumiko's dance. My conclusion was that Izumiko was dancing like a shrine maiden. One noticeable difference is that, apparently, real shrine maidens don't dance to songs with lyrics. See Symbv's earlier post regarding the lyrics. Also, shrine maidens always wear something on their head. To search on YouTube for these dances, the best phrases to search for are 巫女舞 and 巫女神樂. Note that 巫女 means "miko" or "shrine maiden". |
Shinasti said: Besides what zensunni said, I also find his behavior quite sensible. He wants to protect Izumiko and it is precisely because of that he is willing to obey Wamiya, because at that spot he knows he is not far less powerful than Wamiya and any fight can cause casualty perhaps even harming Izumiko in the process. All Wamiya asked is for her not to go to Tokyo but go to a local school, which is what Izumiko said she planned to go all along (though Wamiya noticed she may have started to change her mind after coming back from Tokyo), so I can see Miyuki asking Izumiko to consider that. This is not really change of character or a coward. At the end Izumiko noticed that since she was the one who created Wamiya she thought she would try to pacify him by talking senses to him - and she was right: Wamiya was acting like a little dog who is not happy that his master is spending more time away and so threw a tantrum which can be potentially lethal. Izumiko managed to make it clear she is the master after all, and she is not going to forget Wamiya (and the local countryside) even she is traveling to faraway Tokyo.I still somewhat dislike Miyuki, though my biggest complaint about him now is his sudden change of character. He just stops being a jerk within one episode, seems protective of Izumiko and the next moment he is willing to do whatever he's ordered by Wamiya, only to turn protective of her again afterwards. That's just ridiculous, and makes his character appear completely unrealistic, and as if the author couldn't quite decide what sort of personality he has. |
| So MAL finally starts locking news threads that are only a few weeks old? I wonder where was the announcement of this change? Or we are seeing yet another case of changes made that impacted users but not communicated to them? I wonder how long people would put up with this. As much as I have a bunch of information to share about anime announced recently I cannot share it in news board, and the anime series is too disorganized and chaotic to share information except with people already interested in the particular series. |
| I'm really starting to like this anime. |
Stark700 said: Their change of hearts sure looks a lil bit forced to me but that's not something that would make me drop a anime. her dance was so beautiful, wamiya was such a interesting character, a shame he's disappered. hoping to see him again later. plus when she was possessed by the hime, she looked a lot like sawako from kimi ni todoke LOLTHIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE. ---------------------------------------- For some reason, I really enjoy the natural outlook of this series/episode. Well, this guy is definitely suspicious and has that mystery atmosphere around him: That song performed by Izumiko seemed quite catchy imo. |
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| Dont know what to think about this anime the 180 filp was to sudden for more without any character development, so i was kinda force for me but still somewhat enjoyed it even tho im still trying to see were this goes. |
Hydnlife said: Dont know what to think about this anime the 180 filp was to sudden for more without any character development, so i was kinda force for me but still somewhat enjoyed it even tho im still trying to see were this goes. Did you watch Commie subs? I ask because I get the feeling that the FFF subs are considerably more accurate, and there is a pivotal scene at the end of episode 1 that softens one's impression of Miyuki a whole lot, but in the Commie version it actually makes him seem more of a jerk. If you watch the FFF subs, you might not feel that the change is so fast. I didn't. |
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| With each episode it gets a little better. Not sure how I feel about that new roommate girl though she might be annoying. New school I wonder what event will take place now. |
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zensunni said: Did you watch Commie subs? I ask because I get the feeling that the FFF subs are considerably more accurate, and there is a pivotal scene at the end of episode 1 that softens one's impression of Miyuki a whole lot, but in the Commie version it actually makes him seem more of a jerk. If you watch the FFF subs, you might not feel that the change is so fast. I didn't. Holy crap, this. I just rewatched that scene in both Commie's and FFF subs and the difference between them is quite tangible. Miyuki still comes across as a class-A jerkwad in both but Commie's version is definitely harsher than FFF's. If FFF's version is indeed closer to what the writers intended then Commie did a really bad job on Miyuki. Here's for comparison: Commie version: FFF version: |
| ^ The only good thing about the Commie sub is that they did not try to translate "Himegami" but then Japanese will be able to immediately tell from the name that it is some kind of deity while the name "Himegami" does not ring a bell to most western viewer. Perhaps something like "how could he call you the deity Himegami?" ? |
| So MAL finally starts locking news threads that are only a few weeks old? I wonder where was the announcement of this change? Or we are seeing yet another case of changes made that impacted users but not communicated to them? I wonder how long people would put up with this. As much as I have a bunch of information to share about anime announced recently I cannot share it in news board, and the anime series is too disorganized and chaotic to share information except with people already interested in the particular series. |
symbv said: ^ The only good thing about the Commie sub is that they did not try to translate "Himegami" but then Japanese will be able to immediately tell from the name that it is some kind of deity while the name "Himegami" does not ring a bell to most western viewer. Perhaps something like "how could he call you the deity Himegami?" ? *nods* The subbers should have come up with this themselves. Notice also Miyuki's last comment in the Commie subs about Izumiko holing up in the mountains which is absent in the FFF version. I don't speak Japanese so I wonder if the original text was something related to Izumiko's home or mountains, in which case both translations would make sense though I don't know why FFF decided to exclude it... I think I'm going to be watching both fansub groups for RDG from now on... it'd be interesting to note the differences in both versions. FFF seems to like Miyuki more anyway :3 |
SummerYoung said: Perhaps they deemed the word "bumpkin" already carries the meaning of spending a whole life in the countryside. Here I have to say that the translation by Commie sub is closer to the original Japanese dialogue.Notice also Miyuki's last comment in the Commie subs about Izumiko holing up in the mountains which is absent in the FFF version. I don't speak Japanese so I wonder if the original text was something related to Izumiko's home or mountains, in which case both translations would make sense though I don't know why FFF decided to exclude it... |
| So MAL finally starts locking news threads that are only a few weeks old? I wonder where was the announcement of this change? Or we are seeing yet another case of changes made that impacted users but not communicated to them? I wonder how long people would put up with this. As much as I have a bunch of information to share about anime announced recently I cannot share it in news board, and the anime series is too disorganized and chaotic to share information except with people already interested in the particular series. |
HeavenlyUser said: UtsukushiiYume said: Onbuu said: MidnightPride said: Why are those two all friendly all the sudden?? I mean sure last episode did change their views a bit but all the sudden their best friends ._. In my opinion that change was kind of forceful but idk. I know! I was thinking same thing!. I tried to think possible reason and came up these: Miyuki hit his head some point between ep 2 and 3, Miyuki's dad brainwashed him and Anime magic. Izumiko change is reasonable, they held hands when they were escapeing evil spirits or smth, but Miyuki's change is other hand was waaaaaay forced. I mean from " *tsh* why i have babysit this wimp?" to " Just wait! im gonna train harder and im going protect you!!" feels super forced. Well in the previous episode, he saw how scared Izumiko could get. Not only this, but he realizes that she's also not in a position she wants to be in, and shares her feelings. Also, in this episode, he mentions that he's going to give up on getting away from her and put his efforts in moving towards his goals. Nah I get that but the point is you don't just abandon all resentment all the sudden. At the very least they should have shown him break down or something. Even if you take the facts of the situation it still felt forced. Lol he did not resent her.. How did you come up with this? You should try to look more into why he acted the way he did, and try to understand him. This development is not fast or unnatural at all, if you understand him, that is. New friends, new environment, and a new adventure. :) Will 12 episodes really be enough for RDG? Edit : Kugimiya Rie voiced Wamiya Satoru, I heard some of her in him, but she was so different from her normal role, her voice, omg I didn't know she could do a voice like that too, awesome :) By the way, is this really not gonna turn romance? ): I want Izumiko x Miyuki !! |
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| Miyuki changed his personality... o.o |
Kakuri said: Or did he?Miyuki changed his personality... o.o |
| So MAL finally starts locking news threads that are only a few weeks old? I wonder where was the announcement of this change? Or we are seeing yet another case of changes made that impacted users but not communicated to them? I wonder how long people would put up with this. As much as I have a bunch of information to share about anime announced recently I cannot share it in news board, and the anime series is too disorganized and chaotic to share information except with people already interested in the particular series. |
| Nice episode, if a bit slow. Izumiko's dance at the end was really great, and the song she sang was nice too. Looking forward to seeing more of the school next episode. |
| Wamiya was pretty creepy in the first half or so of this episode. Izumiko is already becoming stronger :) That's nice to see. |
KezmiApr 11, 2013 4:54 PM
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| I sense CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT>.< |
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| well, from the 1st episode.. i felt that there is something about wamiya. hmm, this is nice episode. miyuki laughed. but the best part is the ending where suzuhara danced and the shocked face of miyuki. |
| It's too late. I've stopped caring, despite it being better than the earlier episodes. I hate to admit it, but I'm dropping it. |
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| Loved it! Now the story begins to be interesting and has an onset of action which is not bad. Beautiful revelation of the character of ...! I await developments even more intriguing, fabulous designs! |
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| I like the interaction between Izumiko and Miyuki more with every episode. The Wamiya reveal wasn't surprising but still it was a good watch. Im really liking this anime now. |
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| good episode. but is wamiya going to disappear? well......... that's great lol starting next week, they will study in tokyo eh? change of pace |
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| Wow that was so boring. Her dance was really pretty though, and it might get better now that they have transferred to the new school. |
| This Wamiya guy made for some vague insight into Izumiko's powers but in the end I was still bored at times. But I think that their transfer to Tokyo will bring in a breath of fresh air for sure. |
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| I'm really liking this show. Definitely one of my favorite this season atm. |
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| uhh. I wonder if wamiya won't ever appear again? ;_; because if yes i'd lost my reason to watch this series- |
| This anime is surprisingly interesting.. |
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| I like how much nicer Miyuki is now to Izumiko. And the new school looks wonderful from the outlook. |
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| umm yeah lol for some reason the chars annoy the hell out of me. but at the same time, i sort of enjoy this anime. jeez. pa works' colour palette is just too irresistible. |
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| nice dance ^^ |
| almost dropping it... |
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| Decent, but if this is the "action" that we'll be seeing it'll be really boring. Hopefully stuff gets more interesting now that the introduction part is over (probably). |
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| To be brought into existence by someone for the sole purpose of being their friend, and then for that person to turn you aside and deliberately abandon you. Wamiya's "life" is rather sad if you think of it that way. I wonder what the rest of the class thought about her talking about him. |
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| Just viewed this episode a second time. I liked it even more as I was paying more attention this time around. One thing that came out of this was that the ED seemed different. I thought it sounded like Izumiko's seiyuu even though I don't remember her singing an ED before. I'll have to look it up but while she may have participated in some group efforts, I can't think of any shows where she sang the OP or ED alone. Also, a lot of shows mess around with the OP/ED in the first two episodes, often using their primary OP as the first episode's ED. So I don't typically get caught up in these differences. This time was different however. Perhaps it was just the increased attention, but it might also have been that I've now viewed six episodes and this is the only one that's different. Hearing the main ED five times makes the unique one stand out more. Anyway, a quick lookup on the show's page reveals that it was indeed Izumiko singing the ED. In addition to having one of the most appealing speaking voices, she sings beautifully as well. |
| Still a weird show... And I still have no clue what this show is about. XD 3.5/5 |
| With the strength of the spiritual power within me, I can sense a development between Izumiko and Miyuki. I knew there was something dark with Wamiya! It turns out he was the mysterious dark force following Izumiko. And as the mysterious dark force, he can ride a skateboard and a bicycle! And he's actually a lesser god who's a familiar of Himegami. And Miyuki is so protective of Izumiko! I bet he does this for other reasons than it being his job. Who knew dancing could be so powerful? Oh look, a roommate! Mayura Souda will definitely be involved somehow. |
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| so.... wamiya is a guy and he is a God? :O never thinking about God thing :/ but yeah it is getting more interesting :3 wow izumiko dance looks amazing the soundtrack is amazing too :3 kind of like this scene.. usually I skip scene like this.. this one? no it is interesting :D in the end finally izumiko is in new school XD yey yeah the school look amazing :3 looks like there will be something more amazing in the next episode XD oh new character show up :3 izumiko's roommate.. she is tall :O |
| I enjoyed this episode, and it appears to me that we will be seeing more of that guy some time soon. I'm still thinking that this is an eroge adaptation. (But still too lazy to google it though) |
| This anime is really nice, I didn't expect it to be as good. I really love shinto-related animes and this one does good job. |
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| Very interesting episode, the supernatural effect in this episode sure was nice, the ending was really awesome actually it was just so peaceful! Really nice episode. |
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| Anyone knows what's the title of the song that Izumiko danced? |
| 「友達なんていない。人はすぐに裏切るし、学校っていうのは誰かを標的にしないとやってられない馬鹿共の集 まり。ままごとみたいな役決めて、仲のいいふりして都合が悪くなったら知らんぷり。そんな奴らと仲良くした いとか全然思わない。」 |
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