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Mar 2, 2010 2:48 PM

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Ok Ushiro's slap on Kana was not good at all someone should punch him and remind him how to love a little sister. Also Waku has my T_T good boy he was in killing that stupid robot/mantis. I also loved his passion for soccer since it's a nice European sport!

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Sep 1, 2010 4:42 AM

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Ah I thought something like death to every pilot was going to happen
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Jan 27, 2011 12:46 AM

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Good stuff. Not gonna say much since I already read the manga.

Anyway, I like the visuals for the ED. The OP is really good too.
Oct 14, 2011 11:57 PM

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Wow ... I kinda guessed from the old dude's cryptic comments in episode 1 that the pilot's life was forfeit regardless of whether the mecha wins or loses. He really should've let them know what they were getting into, but if he had who would have said yes? And then who'd protect humanity from the Angels ... or whatever the hell these things are?

This looks like it could end up a very depressing series as the main characters get killed off one by one through piloting the Zearth ... I'm betting that the imouto will be the only survivor, with the douchy older brother ironically saving her life. I'm sure before he meets his own death we'll see some flashback explaining why he's such an ass to her.

I see now why the series was listed as having such a high body count ... I look forward to seeing how this series will avoid the long plodding march towards doom, or if it'll wallow in despair like Eva did.

If nothing else, Gonzo makes some very unique shows ^_^ Love the art style too, it's so different from what's repeated everywhere today. Kinda old-school.

5/5
Mar 29, 2012 9:37 PM
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Well, THAT was unexpected.

That Dung Beetle thing is creepy. Like Hamtaro gone wrong or something. A deliberate smack at the tendency of anime shows to have cute mascots? At least Hoshimaru in Narutaru was kind of cute in the beginning, but this thing... egh...

Again, I like the scale of the battles, but I hope the enemy designs improve.

3/5
Dec 23, 2012 5:28 PM

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That ending. Heavy.

If I think what just happened happened, then damn. :(

But Dung beetle, loled at the name. Apart from that, the mech are a real pain to watch, it reminds of why I disliked Reideen so much: stupid shapes and poor incrustation.
Dec 24, 2012 11:21 PM

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I did not expect that ending o.o
Apr 27, 2013 11:52 PM

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2 down 13 to go.
That ending was so unexpected.
This is where the drama kicks in.
May 26, 2013 8:42 PM

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think rocking chair will be next. based off ending but im not sure if i will contivue watching because that was such a lame death
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Feb 28, 2014 2:10 PM

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Yonatay said:
Surprising ending :o
Mar 4, 2014 7:35 AM

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Oh wow that ending O_O this shit is fucked up but damn awesome! The character development, the action the story just damn good! And well I think I know what's going to happen, every time another pilot is chosen and wins he'll die for whatever reason... We'll probably first see a bit of character development before the fight or so!
May 4, 2014 9:16 AM
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WHaaaaaaaaaaaa.....

No way! That's too much, really...

Depressing series ahead. Let's hope they explore some good themes.

Oh and the fights could be better.
Jun 6, 2014 6:51 AM
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Almost the whole time I was thinking that "damn, what crappy computer graphics, paper thin characters and horrible plot" but after the guy got thrown down I became interested again. I mean, that's something totally unexpected, which is always a big plus in these kinds of series.

Also, Dung Beetle with his asshole-y manners seemed quite interesting. I'll watch at least six episodes and see if this gets any better.
Jun 30, 2014 11:19 PM

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So whoever is the pilot will die afterwards? Poor kid though he was so happy for his victory. D=
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Dec 22, 2014 9:17 PM

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well since its a mecha i assume most of the characters are gonna die, i hope we get to know them more though, that aside its an interesting start
Jan 22, 2015 7:22 PM
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Hmm, I hadn't really remembered Kokopelli's comment about forfeits in the pilot's life until after I read Blind_Guardian's comment... It's interesting, because even though he might have been pretty vague about it, the kids still hopped on anyway. They probably didn't think that was something big to worry about - you know, like when teens think they're the centre of the world and nothing can happen with them? Specially when you're a hero. You think you're invicible.

Komoda was the first one to point out that it might be good to tell the adults after they saw how the battle affected the common people. Obviously no one accepted it - it was their job to save the world! Then Komoda remembered them that someone else could do it too. But still, it wasn't enough to convince them. It only got them thinking for a while.

While I already knew from some spoilers about the pilot's situation after battles, I think some of day may die, some of them may live, I don't know - Waku's death seemed quite confusing. Before he was even nudged, he's eyes seemed empty.
I find it interesting that the character that was labelled by many as the one having ''leader'' characteristics was the first one to day.

Lastly, I thought the chairs were linked with everyone's personalities, but I guess memories construct personalities too so they're bound together.
Jan 25, 2016 2:20 PM

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Is every captain gonna die? Since Kokopelli 'dissapeared '
May 4, 2016 4:36 AM

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arinace said:
Is every captain gonna die? Since Kokopelli 'dissapeared '

That's what this got me wondering as well. Except for the little girl? Idk seems they're foreshadowing something involving her later on.
May 7, 2016 10:08 AM

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The best character just died. Too bad
Those 3d fights are a pain to watch...
Nov 25, 2016 5:14 AM

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gg rriiippppp .
wasted.
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Apr 1, 2017 8:01 AM
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Say what you want, but I find the slow paced fights much more interesting than your usual mecha fight.

I expected something weird to happen by the end of the episode, but not that. It was really creepy, but mostly because of how the children reacted to that guy falling off. They were so nonchalant about it.

Also, forgot to say this in the first episode's thread, but the opening is SO SO good.
Apr 1, 2017 8:01 AM
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samofthewired said:
arinace said:
Is every captain gonna die? Since Kokopelli 'dissapeared '

That's what this got me wondering as well. Except for the little girl? Idk seems they're foreshadowing something involving her later on.
Watch the little girl be the antagonist. I hope I am wrong lol.
Apr 29, 2018 7:12 AM

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I know the glasses MC didn't push him.

But jesus christ he's an ass.
Jun 16, 2020 1:33 PM

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So after someone pilots that robot, the chosen kid will die? That explains why Kopelli disappeared. Also, I'm curious about the appearance order of the kids in the ending.
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Jan 5, 2021 5:50 PM
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Kana getting dragged into all this makes me feel like the "contract" was never relevant to begin with, and exists solely in the name just to make it more believable. While Waku was really naive, idealistic, and childish, nonetheless I didn't expect him to just die like that... all of a sudden... Well, his falling certainly made the creepy atmosphere palpable; suddenly was overflown with a feeling of uneasiness.
Apr 26, 2022 7:50 AM

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I was wondering why Takashi quit soccer. Got my answers quickly at the cost of massive death flags. A shounen protagonist-esque character like him would either die or live long enough to become the villain in a series like this. Was legit facepalming in anticipation of a messed up death. He emerged victoriously to my surprise just to die from exhaustion because the mecha requires human energy? The question is, will the player die anyway or can it be prevented simply by not exhausting yourself too. In other words, you ought to pace yourself and try to control Zearth more efficiently. (No fucking screaming) Or is death linked to damage/casualties? It's a game wherein they're supposed to protect earth, alas Takashi did some damage himself.

RIP camera guy, lol. He just tried to clean up his reputation.

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Aug 4, 2023 1:12 PM

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The other kids were completely unfazed at him just being accidentally shoved into the water and killed like that. None of them care at all, displaying mild surprise at most. They desensitised to death already?

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