*Blows off dust*
So...seems we all kinda grew quiet again, heh. Well, if you're checking this out, I was thinking of doing a few blog posts on OPs, EDs, and random music from anime. I'm sure you guys have a list, heh.
Before I list mine, do be aware that spoilers can be contained in the OPs so, be careful. I'll list a warning for those that do, but still be careful.
10.06.2011
8.26.2011
because it's cool
I think someone else is going to make the post for Summer Wars (I hope?) and while this isn't really anime or manga related, the following is culture related, so read on.
I'm sure that most of us here have seen/heard of vocaloid, and I find the concept behind vocaloid fascinating. I'm curious about what your thoughts are on this new kind of music, where the voice is completely synthesized and for the purpose of the concert, the "singers" are animated. Would you go to a concert where the actual singer is a computer? Would you wave a leek light stick if you went (personally, I think they're cool)?
Below are some of my favorite vocaloid songs. I've been able to find a couple of them on iTunes, still searching for a few other favorites.
I'm sure that most of us here have seen/heard of vocaloid, and I find the concept behind vocaloid fascinating. I'm curious about what your thoughts are on this new kind of music, where the voice is completely synthesized and for the purpose of the concert, the "singers" are animated. Would you go to a concert where the actual singer is a computer? Would you wave a leek light stick if you went (personally, I think they're cool)?
Below are some of my favorite vocaloid songs. I've been able to find a couple of them on iTunes, still searching for a few other favorites.
Double Lariat - Megurine Luka
Just Be Friends - Megurine Luka (a very upbeat tempo break-up song)
The World is Mine - Hatsune Miku (about a girl who wants all the attention, but she's really just insecure)
Magnet - Hatsune Miku and Megurine Luka (forbidden love...I think? not sure, but it sounds cool)
8.14.2011
Summer Wars
Seems we're losing enthusiasm for Wolf's Rain, and it is admittedly a rather slow series. I suggested in the comments of the last post that we take a break from it for a week or two and watch a movie, and I'd suggest the movie Summer Wars. It was recently put out by FUNimation, and though I haven't seen it yet, I'm quite curious. Unless anyone objects, I suggest we watch it in the next two weeks, comment on it here, and then get back on track with Wolf's Rain. Please feel free to post your thoughts on the matter.
8.07.2011
Wolf's Rain, episodes 9-12
First, sorry for this taking a while. Life intervened for several of us it seems, but better late than never, eh?
So, in this case, four episodes instead of hte usual two (since it took two weeks to put this up). Bit more to discuss, I imagine.
In these four episodes, we've seen our little pack grow, both in the appearance of Blue, as well as the sort of friendships growing. What do you think of this, particularly how some of the pack (Tsume, chiefly) felt about Blue's appearance and how she is half-wolf? Further, of interest, at least to me, is how, in the Forest of Death, Kiba made note of how their pack wasn't like a normal one, with no real leader. But is this the case? A part of me thinks there is a leader in Kiba, maybe in Tsume as well, as they continue to butt heads, though perhaps not as often as they once did.
And then, there is Cheza. I personally have a hard time believing she's blind, but maybe she is blind in the way we humans see. She is, after all, created from that flower, so she isn't really human. Could it be that she "sees" in a way we cannot? Fodder for thought.
Darcia also clashed with the pack to take Cheza away. It was obvious that he could kill the foursome easily, yet it seemed that his lasers constantly hit just near the wolves, blasting them away, injuring them greatly, yet...not killing. Strange, no?
And finally, we have the introduction of another noble, Jaguara, whose troops invaded Darcia's sanctum, killed his love. What precisely are they after? Cheza? Weird...
Well, discuss away!
So, in this case, four episodes instead of hte usual two (since it took two weeks to put this up). Bit more to discuss, I imagine.
In these four episodes, we've seen our little pack grow, both in the appearance of Blue, as well as the sort of friendships growing. What do you think of this, particularly how some of the pack (Tsume, chiefly) felt about Blue's appearance and how she is half-wolf? Further, of interest, at least to me, is how, in the Forest of Death, Kiba made note of how their pack wasn't like a normal one, with no real leader. But is this the case? A part of me thinks there is a leader in Kiba, maybe in Tsume as well, as they continue to butt heads, though perhaps not as often as they once did.
And then, there is Cheza. I personally have a hard time believing she's blind, but maybe she is blind in the way we humans see. She is, after all, created from that flower, so she isn't really human. Could it be that she "sees" in a way we cannot? Fodder for thought.
Darcia also clashed with the pack to take Cheza away. It was obvious that he could kill the foursome easily, yet it seemed that his lasers constantly hit just near the wolves, blasting them away, injuring them greatly, yet...not killing. Strange, no?
And finally, we have the introduction of another noble, Jaguara, whose troops invaded Darcia's sanctum, killed his love. What precisely are they after? Cheza? Weird...
Well, discuss away!
7.31.2011
Maenos' Otakon Journal - Part 2: FMA: Brotherhood: Sacred Star of Milos
Well...my original idea was to do a post every day I was at the con, but honestly, I was exhausted. Utterly wiped out. Friday night I could barely make it back to my hotel room to pass 
out. So that got scrapped. So here, instead, is one of two posts about thoughts I had.
On Saturday afternoon, I decided to head for the big ballroom that would be the location of the (legit) premiere of the FMA: Brotherhood movie, the Sacred Star of Milos. Thankfully I got there pretty early, was probably in the first hundred people in but good lord was it unpleasant. At first it wasn't too bad, waiting, as we could sit down on the floor, but after a while the Otakon staff had us mash together to try and make room because the line got HUGE (see pictures). And though the convention center had AC, it wasn't working very well where we were, and the sheer mass of people was making it hard. I nearly passed out myself. I
pitied the poor cosplayer next to me, he was wearing a full Al armor set made out of foam rubber. At one point five of us, myself included, were fanning him to keep him from passing out.
Somehow, I didn't keel over and made it inside, where I promptly chose a chair (thank god, a CHAIR!) near the back (more for the water cooler that was right next to me, I needed a lot of water to rehydrate myself). I promptly sat back and prepared for...whatever would come.
Now, don't worry guys, I won't include any spoilers here. If you want it, ask me for it and I'll get in contact in some way if you want, but this is spoiler free.
First and foremost, it was emphasized that the movie takes place around episode 20 of Brotherhood, specifically shortly after Ed returned home to Risembool and dug up what he thought was his mother's remains. This also means that Hughes is no more so there's no hope for him being in the movie (pity, that *sigh*).
Ok, so, movie. I don't know what your opinion is of the first series' movie. I was very underwhelmed by it. I mean, more FMA is always welcome in my book (so long as its good) but that...eh. Not a fan of it, really.
Sacred Star of Milos, in my own opinion, is extremely better than that one. The animation is extremely good (But hey, what were we expecting?), the storytelling is also quite good, the characters (new ones) interesting. All in all, I think they did a pretty good job of working the location (Table City) into the world of Amestris (and Creta, as well, which is involved).
I can also say that the crowds (packed hall) loved it too, lots of cheering, cat calls at certain
points, and all, just a great atmosphere. I stuck around a bit for the Q&A afterward as well. Nothing major to report there, though the director did hint that they may make more movies in the future. Nothing concrete, but they are all huge fans of the show too and would love to make more. The director (whose name escapes me) was also extremely overwhelmed by everyone's reactions at the hall. Just very happy about it.
I saw it subbed, as FUNi had to crank it out really fast, but it was a bang up job, and I would highly recommend getting it when they do release it.
Also, in a bit (maybe today, maybe tomorrow) I'll have a post up about the rest of Otakon, including pictures, heh. Enjoy it :)
out. So that got scrapped. So here, instead, is one of two posts about thoughts I had.On Saturday afternoon, I decided to head for the big ballroom that would be the location of the (legit) premiere of the FMA: Brotherhood movie, the Sacred Star of Milos. Thankfully I got there pretty early, was probably in the first hundred people in but good lord was it unpleasant. At first it wasn't too bad, waiting, as we could sit down on the floor, but after a while the Otakon staff had us mash together to try and make room because the line got HUGE (see pictures). And though the convention center had AC, it wasn't working very well where we were, and the sheer mass of people was making it hard. I nearly passed out myself. I
pitied the poor cosplayer next to me, he was wearing a full Al armor set made out of foam rubber. At one point five of us, myself included, were fanning him to keep him from passing out.Somehow, I didn't keel over and made it inside, where I promptly chose a chair (thank god, a CHAIR!) near the back (more for the water cooler that was right next to me, I needed a lot of water to rehydrate myself). I promptly sat back and prepared for...whatever would come.
Now, don't worry guys, I won't include any spoilers here. If you want it, ask me for it and I'll get in contact in some way if you want, but this is spoiler free.
First and foremost, it was emphasized that the movie takes place around episode 20 of Brotherhood, specifically shortly after Ed returned home to Risembool and dug up what he thought was his mother's remains. This also means that Hughes is no more so there's no hope for him being in the movie (pity, that *sigh*).
Ok, so, movie. I don't know what your opinion is of the first series' movie. I was very underwhelmed by it. I mean, more FMA is always welcome in my book (so long as its good) but that...eh. Not a fan of it, really.
Sacred Star of Milos, in my own opinion, is extremely better than that one. The animation is extremely good (But hey, what were we expecting?), the storytelling is also quite good, the characters (new ones) interesting. All in all, I think they did a pretty good job of working the location (Table City) into the world of Amestris (and Creta, as well, which is involved).
I can also say that the crowds (packed hall) loved it too, lots of cheering, cat calls at certain
points, and all, just a great atmosphere. I stuck around a bit for the Q&A afterward as well. Nothing major to report there, though the director did hint that they may make more movies in the future. Nothing concrete, but they are all huge fans of the show too and would love to make more. The director (whose name escapes me) was also extremely overwhelmed by everyone's reactions at the hall. Just very happy about it.I saw it subbed, as FUNi had to crank it out really fast, but it was a bang up job, and I would highly recommend getting it when they do release it.
Also, in a bit (maybe today, maybe tomorrow) I'll have a post up about the rest of Otakon, including pictures, heh. Enjoy it :)
7.25.2011
Maenos' Otakon Journal - Part 1: Preparations
Figured since I'm going to Otakon, I'd run a bit of a journal of sorts for you guys, heh. Nothing too major, like most announcements you'd find on ANN and other such sites, but little tidbits, gossip, what-have-you that happens there.
Otakon this year runs from Friday, July 29th through the 31st. I'm attending all three days, got a hotel closer by so I don't have as far a drive as I would otherwise. I'm taking my camera with me, plan to attend as many panels as I can (well, as many, plus autograph sessions, plus shopping there...my poor wallet). We'll see what I get, eh? Expect pictures, at least :)
Now I do have a question. I did attend Otakon last year but the way I did it was rather unorganized (didn't think until the day before to try and reason out the schedule). I'm determined to be more prepared this year, trying ot set up a schedule and whatnot. I'm bringing some snacks in a backpack, some water too (going to be near 100 again, joy. Though at least I'm not cosplaying), a few things to have autographed, poster tube (for any posters I may get, don't want to fold it up). Anyone with any experience, or even non-experience but good advice, can you think of stuff?
I'll let you guys know how it goes :)
Otakon this year runs from Friday, July 29th through the 31st. I'm attending all three days, got a hotel closer by so I don't have as far a drive as I would otherwise. I'm taking my camera with me, plan to attend as many panels as I can (well, as many, plus autograph sessions, plus shopping there...my poor wallet). We'll see what I get, eh? Expect pictures, at least :)
Now I do have a question. I did attend Otakon last year but the way I did it was rather unorganized (didn't think until the day before to try and reason out the schedule). I'm determined to be more prepared this year, trying ot set up a schedule and whatnot. I'm bringing some snacks in a backpack, some water too (going to be near 100 again, joy. Though at least I'm not cosplaying), a few things to have autographed, poster tube (for any posters I may get, don't want to fold it up). Anyone with any experience, or even non-experience but good advice, can you think of stuff?
I'll let you guys know how it goes :)
7.22.2011
Wolf's Rain, eps 7 & 8
Anyone else weirded out by Cheza yet (gotta love the talking in third person)? We learn a little bit more about her in these next two episodes, including a little bit more about her origin. So, Darcia was just taking back what was rightfully his as Cheza was born/created/what-have-you by the Darcia family. It seems that Cheza is a pretty popular individual, desired by wolves (even Tsume is starting to be won over by her), Darcia, and whoever Cher works for. The question we all have is why?Something that I didn't realize (or at least, that I don't remember from watching Wolf's Rain before) is that Cheza is blind. She corrects herself just as she's about to go over a steep edge. What other unique characteristics or qualities have you observed about her thus far? I suppose that the wolves have what they need as far as the scent of lunar flowers goes because won't having her accompany them drown out the scent from anywhere else? Or am I not giving wolf noses enough credit?
Additional thoughts, comments, or insight?
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