I'm gonna start by saying that I have seen all of episodes of Gintama series from episode 1-255 so this review will cover the whole series.
My rendezvous with Gintama started when a friend of mine showed me a clip of an episode when I asked for a funny anime I can get hooked on. So I watched a few episodes but I didn't get hooked so I abandoned it but months later, I just decided to go ahead and watch more and it is easily one of the best decisions I have made.
*Story*
Though Gintama doesn't have that characteristic of most animes where a
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single story consumes the series, that is what makes Gintama simply because you can't restrict Gintama with one story as it will probably become the dull "samurai fights the aliens out of Earth and they gain back freedom" story that follows typical patterns and becomes predictable. The randomness is what keeps up the anime despite what the characters say about the anime itself. That being said, it's not all randomness. Arcs that last 2-4 episodes do happen. Even though they are short, they manage to explain what the whole story is all about, reveal more about the characters and their evil/good sides while teaching a moral lesson at the same time which some animes fail to do at the space of 13 or more episodes.
*Art*
The art is simple. Not too flashy but not too dull either. Just the right type. It can show the expression of the characters like Gintoki being scared, panicking or shocked at something. It is also able to shows things like effects of steel katanas smashing into each other with sparks coming out impressively which I personally think greatly emphasizes the emotions of the two characters clashing. Another example of the simple yet satisfying art is the fact from just a silhouette, the characters are easily recognizable. However, the animation can sometimes be choppy and some symbols like the Tokugawa seal isn't drawn right so it isn't recognizable but nonetheless, the art still deserves a high rating of 9.
*Sound*
Since Gintama is a comedy anime full of ridiculous yet humorous poses of insults and gestures, sounds are extra vital and it doesn't lack it. The sound effects are so accurate that even if the viewer isn't looking at the scene, they can guess who is insulting and what kind of gesture are they making. The soundtracks greatly emphasizes the gestures and sets the right atmosphere. For example, when Gintoki finds out something shocking and embarrassing, that sound of trumpets going 'whengwheng' makes it even more hilarious or when someone gives a life lesson, the recognizable sad music sets the right mood and creates an effect that makes even the viewer think about what is being said. The openings and endings always fit the season like when DOES played Donten for the Benizakura arc and it felt just right.
*Character*
When characters appear in an episode, they are supposed to leave a mark on the viewer and make them even more recognizable and distinctive. Gintama characters does more than that. They don't just leave a mark but they also make the viewer "Wait...that character is supposed to be....why did that person change...?". What I meant by that is not only the characters show their personality that the viewer would normally think because of their appearance but they can also break out of that character and turn like a totally different person. But those are not to say I liked them all the time. There were times where someone like Shinpachi would overreact and play his "straight man" role too much. Those times made me wish that why won't the glasses boy just play along. Never the less, the characters are well made.
*Enjoyment*
My enjoyment and experience for Gintama has been one of the best. Not only am I only able to sit down and relax but I am also able to have fun on my own and laugh like crazy. I can also rely on Gintama to cheer my day up and make it great even though it's gloomy and all I do is sit at home. But the whole reason I enjoyed Gintama was because it parodied other animes and turned it into a Gintama version but they didn't just stop there. They even parodied themselves at one point and gave it a different title. Another thing why Gintama is very enjoyable is its ability to become funny, whacky, action packed and heart breaking in the change of a scene.
*Overall*
Overall, I found Gintama very enjoyable with all it's different moments, seiyuus, songs and characters like Gintoki and many others to lead the anime into success and leave a permanent imprint on the viewer. Gintama is highly recommended to those who wanna watch an anime that is unpredictable and will make them laugh, have them on the edge of their seat and make them tear up while being taught a moral lesson.
The review is over and I hope it helped. Thanks for reading and have fun with Gintama!
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Aug 5, 2013
I'm gonna start by saying that I have seen all of episodes of Gintama series from episode 1-255 so this review will cover the whole series.
My rendezvous with Gintama started when a friend of mine showed me a clip of an episode when I asked for a funny anime I can get hooked on. So I watched a few episodes but I didn't get hooked so I abandoned it but months later, I just decided to go ahead and watch more and it is easily one of the best decisions I have made. *Story* Though Gintama doesn't have that characteristic of most animes where a ... 
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