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Jan 11, 2009 3:01 PM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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I thought this first episode kicked off the series pretty well. The animation is beautiful, and the OP and ED were both awesome.
As for the story...


Definitely looks like a series worth continuing.
Jan 11, 2009 4:31 PM
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Beautiful first episode, and the OPs and EDs are awesome too.

It came more than from what imagined and expected...

A ballet dancer and very dynamic-moving robot... what a wonderful combination.

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Jan 11, 2009 11:53 PM
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Best Anime of Jan 2009 ^^
Jan 12, 2009 10:25 AM
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This was great what an episode I agree with everyone
Jan 12, 2009 5:45 PM
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One word: Mizuki nana ftw!
Jan 13, 2009 5:43 AM
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I don't know what to say. I think: WOW that was realy cool I want more
Jan 13, 2009 5:44 AM
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I thought this was a great first episode and from the 200+ animes I've seen it was also original, i hope this anime keeps it up, I'll definitely continue to watch this one.
Jan 13, 2009 5:46 AM
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A nice start,this could turn out really good.
Jan 13, 2009 6:26 AM
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This show looks promising it have a lot of potentials.
Jan 13, 2009 7:45 AM

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loved it ! Madhouse is da best as always ^__^
Jan 13, 2009 7:54 AM

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and i thought there would be no good anime this season, :)

thankfully, there is ride back, lov it
Jan 13, 2009 8:07 AM

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Mizuki Nana as Ogata Rin in Ride Back and Ogata Rina in White Album :D

first episode really good, for now best new series in this month
Jan 13, 2009 8:21 AM

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Was it the encoding that lowered the quality? Because I feel this anime would kick ass in Blu-Ray. It was so great. However I feel that this GGP taking over the world somehow ruins the story.
Jan 13, 2009 8:26 AM

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Looks pretty freaken awesome, can't wait for the next episode. I love the OP too
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Jan 13, 2009 8:50 AM

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It was beautiful. Everything. Must... Watch... More!
(oh yeah... 2 Ogata Rins this season... One here and one in white album... Well the other one is a rina, coincidence!? I think not! Muahaha!)
Not that it makes a difference.
Next episode looks good though... Probably a more detailed explanation on the Ride Backs.
Jan 13, 2009 9:00 AM
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That was a bit weird but not boring at all, quite entertaining actually. Could be decent if it continues like this. Nice MELL OP too.

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Jan 13, 2009 9:52 AM

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how bout that ending. the show was pretty good. it should prove to be interesting. its only 12 eps long though so i am not sure how deep they will go with it.
Jan 13, 2009 10:46 AM

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that was just pure awesome. definitely my favorite of the new season so far.
Jan 13, 2009 11:13 AM

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The first half was rather slow for my taste, but the 2nd one sure was great! Looking forward to more ^^
Jan 13, 2009 11:21 AM
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WOW, that was great and I loved the slow build up to the thrilling end. ^_^
Jan 13, 2009 11:37 AM

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Really nice ! Animation style is interesting to watch and characters are also interesting. I like the opening and it's (also) interesting when the main character likes balet !


Jan 13, 2009 11:42 AM

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I didn't plan to watch this, but I've read some nice things about it so I gave it a try.

The concept is really great, but the choppy background story takes a bit away (GGP taking over the world on a rainy monday afternoon..yeah, I do that all the time, too). However the best part is probably the atmosphere with the really nice graphics. You actually feel like the rideback's dancin'.

Looking forward to some more (although she's probably good as dead as soon as she hits the ground, lol)

SirMuffin said:
oh yeah... 2 Ogata Rins this season... One here and one in white album... Well the other one is a rina, coincidence!? I think not! Muahaha!
I had a good laugh about it too

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Nice MELL OP too.
That explains how come it's english and yet you can only understand fragments.
Jan 13, 2009 11:48 AM

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not bad at all.

Definatly going to watch ep2 too
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Jan 13, 2009 12:18 PM

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looks like this will be one of the few good anime this season
Jan 13, 2009 12:57 PM
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Agree with the above. REALLY enjoyed this first ep. Can't go wrong with ballet and mecha :D
Jan 13, 2009 1:13 PM

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Her ballerina view on the machine's movements was a very nice touch, I wish I could find the manga somewhere.

I was a bit disappointed when I heard the ridebacks were being done on 3D CG, but it would probably be a necessary thing to do in order to fit any 12ep series budget, and the model, texturing and animation quality were very high, and the interaction with the 2D was very nice and seamless, I'm not a fan of that style of lighting, though, specially Fuego's wheels that were too glassy, they didn't look like rubber at all.

As for the story, I'm looking forward to see how the "new militaristic world order" backstory will affect the main characters, because so far it was only presented as something completely isolated and irrelevant, but it should start to come clear by episode 2.

I feel that this series will be one that will disappoint me for being too short
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RandomOugi said:
I feel that this series will be one that will disappoint me for being too short


It already depresses me >_<...
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Jan 13, 2009 1:27 PM

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This kind of took me by surprise. Terrible integration of animated cgi, imbalanced art design, bad op, but good cinematography, good voice acting, great energy, and wonderful pacing. Much better than the sum of it's parts. I'm very intrigued.
Jan 13, 2009 1:29 PM

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That made me very happy. By far my favorite of the new season.

Jan 13, 2009 2:05 PM

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mflatischler said:
RandomOugi said:
I feel that this series will be one that will disappoint me for being too short


It already depresses me >_<...


Truth.

All I can say is... Holy Crap. That was good.
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Jan 13, 2009 2:25 PM

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RandomOugi said:
Her ballerina view on the machine's movements was a very nice touch, I wish I could find the manga somewhere.

I was a bit disappointed when I heard the ridebacks were being done on 3D CG, but it would probably be a necessary thing to do in order to fit any 12ep series budget, and the model, texturing and animation quality were very high, and the interaction with the 2D was very nice and seamless, I'm not a fan of that style of lighting, though, specially Fuego's wheels that were too glassy, they didn't look like rubber at all.

As for the story, I'm looking forward to see how the "new militaristic world order" backstory will affect the main characters, because so far it was only presented as something completely isolated and irrelevant, but it should start to come clear by episode 2.

I feel that this series will be one that will disappoint me for being too short

as for manga, I managed to find and read only the first volume. and no raws anywhere.
and second about shortness... maybe they will make 26 episodes and split it in two seasons? o_0
Jan 13, 2009 2:48 PM

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Iahel said:
RandomOugi said:
Her ballerina view on the machine's movements was a very nice touch, I wish I could find the manga somewhere.

I was a bit disappointed when I heard the ridebacks were being done on 3D CG, but it would probably be a necessary thing to do in order to fit any 12ep series budget, and the model, texturing and animation quality were very high, and the interaction with the 2D was very nice and seamless, I'm not a fan of that style of lighting, though, specially Fuego's wheels that were too glassy, they didn't look like rubber at all.

As for the story, I'm looking forward to see how the "new militaristic world order" backstory will affect the main characters, because so far it was only presented as something completely isolated and irrelevant, but it should start to come clear by episode 2.

I feel that this series will be one that will disappoint me for being too short

as for manga, I managed to find and read only the first volume. and no raws anywhere.
and second about shortness... maybe they will make 26 episodes and split it in two seasons? o_0

On the note of the manga, more of it should be coming our way soon... hopefully >.> Though I do second the hopefulness about two seasons :p

http://anime.yourbb2.com/rideback-t88.html

Shouta - Sun Nov 23, 2008 said:
Rawr, a combination of laziness and work has kept me from finishing Vol. 2.

However! The Rideback anime is set for January now and that'll be my next fansub project and it's also invigorated me to truck on with the manga.
We can hope, neh?

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Jan 13, 2009 2:53 PM

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This first episode was so AWESOME! Can't wait for the next episode. If this continues, this looks to be one of the best new series of the season =D

Jan 13, 2009 3:02 PM

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Pretty entertaining for sure. Totally not your typical anime, which is very good. The animation is nice. Yeah, like others said, it looks like it has potential.
Hope the future episode are as good, or even better.
Jan 13, 2009 3:56 PM

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The first episode was interesting and I am looking forward to more. I didn't really consider this title when looking over the allotment of shows this season but it could prove to be a very pleasant surprise if it keeps up like the first episode.
Jan 13, 2009 4:16 PM

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Wow, this sure wasn't what I expected it to be.

At the start I was wondering why I even starting this, but I already found myself smiling before I knew it, when she started driving that Ride Back. I'm glad I didn't quit too soon, as this one and White Album seem to be the most promising series for this season in my opinion. x)
Jan 13, 2009 5:10 PM

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I have to start off saying that this was the anime I looked foward to the most this season, and I had high hopes, based off the story and preview animation.

Not to sound cliche, but i was satisfied with the first episode, and it lived to my original expectation. The beginning started out slow, but once the "Fuego" was introduced, it got pretty interesting.
I especially like the animation style, the flat color choice works well.

Too bad only 12 episodes...but I bet they'll be pretty awesome.


Jan 13, 2009 5:25 PM

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This first episode definitely caught my attention and left me wanting more. I like the animation and the story is a nice change from all the other new animes I've seen so far for jan '09.

12 eps does seem way too short for sure.
Jan 13, 2009 6:25 PM

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that was awsome! wasn't expecting at all. and the animation was beautiful


Jan 13, 2009 7:08 PM

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looks decent and its only 12 episodes
move to list of ongoings to watch ^^
Jan 13, 2009 7:25 PM

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Great first episode, as I hoped this show looks like it will be a great ride. Can't wait for more~
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Jan 13, 2009 9:17 PM

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I'm mixed, not quite sure where the show is going right now
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My reaction:

So far, ratings have been very good. I believe Paku Romi is voicing a main character (who is a girl for once. :D). Animation is excellent. Concept is excellent (and is akin to an original work I have started), I actually think the world take over was a nice big picture element to throw in there provided they throw the main characters into the midst of it to some degree. Looks like it's going to be a possible ownage anime.
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I know its only the first episode but i think its pretty safe to say this is another hit from madhouse great streak they are on, beautiful artwork some of the best CG i have seen in a anime and i cant stand CG in anime great songs madhouse keep up the amazing work
Jan 13, 2009 11:25 PM

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I think the integration between 3D and 2D is a bit much, but I still enjoy this episode.

I also loved the animation, but some of the character designs fail. |:
Jan 14, 2009 12:17 AM

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Win written all over it.
Jan 14, 2009 1:23 AM

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Animation is great, same as colours and detailed graphic. And look like we will get quite serious story. Hope so, i have enough of shounens.
Jan 14, 2009 2:12 AM
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cyruz said:
Nice MELL OP too.
That explains how come it's english and yet you can only understand fragments.

...It's in English? o_O
Jan 14, 2009 3:45 AM

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Very interesting, another show to pick up, busy year taking off.
Can't wait to see more


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i'm not sure about this anime so far. great animation, although the integration between the 2D and the 3D is a bit awkward. I'm not so thrilled about the story line... I guess I'll just watch the next episode to see if i'll keep it or not. i probably will just to see the animation.

this anime season kinda sucks...
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