Saturday, September 18, 2010

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Shiki 09-10: They're on to you

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Oh my. Just when we thought our protagonists have the advantage of knowing the nature of the creatures they're up against, Shiki went and turn the tables against them. Ozaki's attempt to save the life of his patient, the gentle old lady Setsuko, is in vain as the vampires, led by the devious, overalls-wearing Tatsumi,  work together and attack the clinic, cutting off the electricity, knocking out Ozaki and eventually succeeding in snuffing out Setsuko's life. Also, we find out that it's not only Masao but basically all these villagers who have been turned retain their memories and sentiments from their previous life, which poses another interesting, albeit tried and tested, dilemma for our protagonists. The enemy isn't just a monster. He used to be human who still retain vital human sensibilities. What's more, he used to be your closest friend -- your mother, your father, your brother, your sister. Can you kill him? Natsuno finds out the answer to that...the hard way.

But then Shiki doesn't stop there as for the first time, the story reveals itself from the perspective of the vampires: Megumi who was turned as early as the first episode and still has a helpless crush on Natsuno, Nao who only wanted to be with her family any way she can even if it kills them, and Taro who was a nice guy in life and the same nice guy in his afterlife, but could he deny his nature? Could they all deny their nature? When their very existence depends on killing someone -- even somebody closest to them -- not to mention the political dynamics that govern their new lifestyle.

Ah, it's starting to unravel now and I'm very interested in what comes next.
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Monday, September 13, 2010

Friday, September 10, 2010

ALI PROJECT - Katana to Saya (Katanagatari OP2 Single)

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RELEASED: 08.25.2010
LABEL: lantis
TRACKLIST:
1. Katana to Saya
2. Haizakura
3. Katana to Saya (instrumental)
4. Haizakura (instrumental)
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This is the second opening single of the anime, Katanagatari. Enjoy ~

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Occult Academy 09-10: Ghost of Christmas err

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I don't know what it is about this series. It seemed so promising at first. The plot, I mean, with the occult and stuff and conspiracies but as time goes on, it's become less about finding the Nostradamus Key and more about random things happening to the characters in the show. It's not even as funny anymore and the drama isn't that good. The action is meh and, I don't know, it just comes off as pale and milky. Admittedly, Maya really deserves her role as the central character as much of the events in the series are actually meant to develop and reveal her character. However, I feel that her story isn't as compelling as it should be, which is sad because this type of story approach is only effective if the character in focus has a great story to tell. And now we are down to the last episode and you know I don't care.
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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

2010 Fall Anime Short List

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SOURCE: Chartfag

Star Driver Radiant Takuto - It's by Bones so it's probably good. The plot, however, reminds me too much of Xam'd: Lost Memories and almost every other Bones production of late. And again, I'm not really a mecha person so I don't know if I'll take to this.

Ironman - It's by Madhouse and a collab with Marvel. It's Ironman, forgodssakes!

Psychic Detective Yakumo - It's based on a manga, if the promo poster is any indication. Anyway, I need my psychological fix and the plot for this just jumped out.

Kuragehime - Trap. Brains Base. Humor. And it's on the noitaminA time slot, something which I've come to associate with quality, out-of-the-ordinary anime.

Arakawa Under the Bridge Season 2 - because I watched the first season and found it entertaining. Here's to hoping the second one can keep it up.

Well, I'm not likely going to watch all of these seeing as how my interest in anime is waning a little bit.

High School of the Dead 08-10

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EPISODE 8: The Dead Way Home

The US President gets bitten by a zombie. Before he is finished off, his aide takes it upon himself to launch their missiles against the other countries before said other countries could do the same to the US. Meanwhile, Takashi and co. finally manage to get to the other side of the river. After changing clothes (oh my, Busujima-sempai ♥ ~), they all decide to head first to Takagi's house since it is the closest. But as they get nearer, more and more zombies appear. They unexpectedly come upon a wire barrier, causing Rei to fall off the humvee. As Takashi tries to protect her, the others fend for themselves with unfamiliar weapons. Finally, Takashi and Saeko do the brave thing and try to lure the zombies away. However, their plan backfires as the zombies are still drawn towards Rei and the others. Fortunately, a group of firefighters arrive to save them. To their surprise, the leader of this new group is none other than Takagi's mom.
EPISODE 09: The Sword and Dead

After getting separated from their group, Takashi and Saeko decide to take a different route towards Takagi's house. They manage to secure an amphibious vehicle which they use to navigate the river. This unexpectedly works to their advantage as the zombies don't attack them while they are in the water. Later, they leave the vehicle running in the middle of a park fountain to lure the zombies while Saeko attacks them. However, Saeko suddenly freezes up when she encounters a bunch of zombie children, forcing Takashi to rescue her. Later, they find shelter in a temple where Saeko reveals her dark secret. A long time ago, she fought and nearly killed her would-be rapist.  But the most disturbing thing about the whole incident was that she actually enjoyed beating up that person. The zombie apocalypse and her recent actions only proved that she was secretly a sadist and because of this, she believes that she does not deserve to be loved. Takashi's only response is to kiss her. The next day, zombies show up outside the temple and Saeko freezes up again. But after Takashi's reassurance that no matter what, he always admires her, Saeko gains the inner strength to fight and they both make it back to Takagi's house safely.
EPISODE 10: The Dead's House Rules

Takashi and co. spend a "normal" day at Takagi's house. But in a house filled with adults, they discover that what independence they gained in the past few hours bears no meaning as people continue to treat them as no more than kids. The question boils down to whether they should stay and be forever treated like kids or separate from the group and gain back their independence. Saya gets mad at her parents for immediately concluding that she did not survive the zombie apocalypse and instead spent all their time and effort securing the house and their servants. Takagi's dad later arrives with his zombified best friend in tow. He severs its head in front of everyone in order to show to them that this is now their reality. His men also try to confiscate Kota's gun from him, much to his dismay. The others come to his rescue and they all find themselves standing up to Takagi's dad and his men. Meanwhile, one of Shido's students, who has been spying on the group, reports the situation to Shido, who decides to ask for the Takagi's help once Takashi and co. leave.
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Sunday, September 5, 2010

Friday, September 3, 2010

The Tatami Galaxy OST

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RELEASED: 08.18.2010
LABEL: Sony Music
TRACKLIST:

1. Barairo no Campus Life
2. "Watashi" no Theme
3. "Watashi" no Theme (Piano Ver.)
4. Ozu no Theme
5. Kamotaketsunuminokami
6. Fumou na Nichijou
7. Kyoto, Sakyouku
8. Kamo Oohashi
9. Akashi-san no Theme
10. Kiyamachi no Uranaishi
11. Youjouhan to Castella to "Watashi"
12. Eiga Circle "Misogi"
13. Jougasaki-senpai Bakuro Documentary
14. Maru wo Sagashite
15. Takasegawa
16. Jigyakuteki Dairi Dairi Sensou
17. Sekininsha wa Doko ka?
18. Renai Sugoroku
19. Yojouhan no Amai Seikatsu
20. Kakumo Heisateki na Ai no Meiro
21. Johnny no Theme
22. Kakeochi
23. Akogare no Kurokami no Otome
24. Himitsu Kikan "Fuku Neko Hanten"
25. Toshokan Keisatsu
26. Unmei no Akai Ito Kuroi Ito
27. Yojouhan Shugisha
28. Musuu no Yojouhan
29. Yojouhan Ki Owari
30. Maru wo Sagashite
31. Kami-sama no Iu Toori (TV Version)
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Here's another album that I've had for quite a while. It's the official soundtrack of the recently concluded artsy anime by Madhouse on last season's noitaminA time slot, The Tatami Galaxy. I quite like it.
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