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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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hi!
i usually don't discuss anime, but i've just seen the first ep of Mushi-shi and it was like a meditation. I mean it really just took me all the way... it was a whole new experience.
the whole ep was so calm it made my body numb for a while, but the best thing about it was, that i did'nt even notice it until after the end. if all this sounds srange to you, you should deffinetly try it :-)
here's a brief insight on this ep: it starts off whit a description on Mushi, a lifeform that is so primitive, that it is said to be around since the start of life.
The story begins in a vividly green hill-side, where a young boy lives who has a left hand capable of creating something that he draws... a "child with the left hand of God". He lives alone since his grandmother has died 4 years ago and as a will left him the advice not to move away or reveal his powers. The main character of the story comes here to investigate this boy, but the boy kindly refuses. after they drink some and the main character searches for the toilet, he finds the boys grandmother... but only her mushi half, because it seems, that she has taken part in a ritual held by mushi. how the rest will turn out, see for your selves... :-)

Yeah Kilowatt, while I think Bartender has a similar mellow vibe, I will agree Mushi-shi is just uber calming and I think quite enjoyable! The first episode definitely made me curious for more...

Pretty good episode.
The art is really good, even though I'm not that impressed, since I watched ef yesterday =P
This anime seems quite promising.

Very interesting episode. I like the subdued colours used in the animation, it gives it a nice peaceful mood. I'm definitely going to watch more.

Hahah! We're late watching Mushi-shi. Still kinda not yet taken by the nature of it. But I'll try it to the later episodes. This show looks really interesting and kewl!

it seems like a really interesting concept, and i love the animation. :)

That's exactly what I thought when I first began Mushishi as well~ One of the best first episodes, just makes you want more ^__^

yep same here =] also agree with what kilowatt said.

cool episode cant wait for next one.^^

Thats exactly what I thought after watching this episode. Very calming and the art is beautifully done.

Oh wow, the quality of this anime is like nothing else. It's like movie grade.
Very good first ep, kept me interested :D

Hm. Wow is all i have to say. I like how the mood of this anime is and how the first ep was quite interesting and unique to its own. xD Lookin forward to watching more.

This episode made me feel like falling asleep(not in the bad way). Really calm. For some reason I feel like everything in life is going to be OK

That was oddly deep o_o.... and for some reason it was relaxing o_O.... but it looks like the start of a good Anime ^^

Nice calming episode. I liked its atmosphere, however I m not satisfied with the story yet. I hope it s going to get better

really peaceful....I like it...

This series gives me a Miyazaki vibe, I really like the subtle tones and atmosphere created. The art style and supernatural dealings are very reminiscent of the Miyazaki films, and I'm loving it. ^^

I can't say I liked it, but i'll watch through it all.

Slow episode, but who said that slow can't be good? It was relaxing but didn't make me yawn at all, even when I watched it at 11pm half sleeping. The scenary and the supernatural beings, as MistressMorbid said, reminded me of Miyazaki films.

I feel so relaxed now...
Also, no-one mentioned it yet, but I really like the music... especially the opening and ending. After the episode ended I stayed on the couch for a minute to smile...