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_fullm00n said: I was talking about that with a friend but the general consensus is Herp Derp the series costs a lot so we gonna shove some asses around to make more money somehow. Pretty much the bolded. I am not surprised of that but I would prefer they find better ways to do it. The easy way is not always the best for all series TBH.There are just 2 words to describe this episode: Dat asses. But srls, why did they included those ass shots? That fanservice was really out of place. |
| This is a ridiculously mighty and powerful dagger - kills a player with one stroke. |
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| finally watched it, they animated the start of this story well, they added in all the clues and mystery as well as explaining asuna and kirito's relationship on the frontlines, i just loved that scene where asuna caught kirito napping under a tree, it was hilarious watching that whole scene animated the only thing which could have been improved would probably be to actually have kirito pierce himself like he did in the LN but i guess that scene worked too with asuna scolding him for being reckless, also i loved the "my friends a merchant but is busy at this time" its nice foreshadowing to episode 7 "warmth of the heart" im not gonna say anything about that whole scene at the end, people may criticize how it seems forced but it all comes together in the next ep also i would like to remind all the Light Novel readers to keep hush hush about what happens next, no one likes a spoiler, especially when its really good |
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GDL-URAHARA said: This is a ridiculously mighty and powerful dagger - kills a player with one stroke. LOL same I thought that must be a powerful ass dagger too, or maybe the fall helped? But it's sad to see her go though she had a great ass Asuna became a little stuck up upon joining that guild huh? Well not that much seeing as they still got along. Anyways, I do love me some mystery |
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| Kirito and Asuna are an interesting pair and their scenes together were nice; however... the mystery really did not pique my curiosity. I mean, I found myself asking why I should care about the Golden Apple guild just because someone went all Gollum on their leader's ass because "their precious" ring was going to be sold. |
kamikaze_1996 said: finally watched it, they animated the start of this story well, they added in all the clues and mystery as well as explaining asuna and kirito's relationship on the frontlines, i just loved that scene where asuna caught kirito napping under a tree, it was hilarious watching that whole scene animated the only thing which could have been improved would probably be to actually have kirito pierce himself like he did in the LN but i guess that scene worked too with asuna scolding him for being reckless, also i loved the "my friends a merchant but is busy at this time" its nice foreshadowing to episode 7 "warmth of the heart" im not gonna say anything about that whole scene at the end, people may criticize how it seems forced but it all comes together in the next ep also i would like to remind all the Light Novel readers to keep hush hush about what happens next, no one likes a spoiler, especially when its really good Im really glad they didn't cut off anything from that scene ( The part when Asuna caught Kirito napping ). That was one of the most important scene for their relationship's development. Im so glad even the speech is the same. |
JohnGalt89 said: Kirito and Asuna are an interesting pair and their scenes together were nice; however... the mystery really did not pique my curiosity. I mean, I found myself asking why I should care about the Golden Apple guild just because someone went all Gollum on their leader's ass because "their precious" ring was going to be sold. Believe me Kirito and Asuna don't really care about the Golden Apple guild that much either, they are not doing this because of them. They are only really looking into it to see how people are getting killed in safe areas, where pk or death should be impossible. |
GDL-URAHARA said: This is a ridiculously mighty and powerful dagger - kills a player with one stroke. The murder maybe are a high level player, or she lost the balance and fell down. x_x |
| Well this ep is so so TBH, although I read the novel(vol7 currently) but I didn't read the side stories though ( well who wouldn't want to wait to see what happen next between kirito and asuna when finishing the first vol :P ). Kinda curious to see what's gonna happen next and how the case is solved, another 1 week. Citrix said: Don't remember ever reading this arc anywhere, but I do remember reading the sleeping scene from near the end of the 1st Volume. Asuna is finally back so idc. That was the flash back in vol 1, probably the author described about the scene when asuna and kirito met each other more details in those side story. |
| Have to say, least favorite episode yet. I mean what the hell. What is up with Asuna and kirito together at the beginning. And the murder story is little more than a side story |
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| Well, that episode felt a lot like Hyouka in one of their boring mysteries.. nothing really happend In my eyes one of the worst episodes so far. But we're just at ep 5 now. I'll let it pass this time. It was nice to see Asuna again, though.. |
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| Good episode,the adaptation was pretty good even that they change some things and remove a character completely but still pretty good adaptation!!(For those who doesnt know this is the adaptation of Volume 8,Chapter 1) Watching Asuna again brings joy to my hearth,specially this tsundere Asuna!! Also she looked so cute while sleeping!  Kirito again showing kinda why he is badass,just relaxing enjoying the scenery just....relax. Beyond that that the flow was well,the murder were pretty good animated and Yoruko crazy faces were pretty cool!! Now i cant wait for next episode for 3 scenes in particular!! BTW Asuna sleep face to cute!! GIF's and more on the Club!!!http://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=472819 |
raxius1230Aug 4, 2012 6:44 PM
| Great episode can't wait for the next one >< |
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 Really boring episode. I mean, the best part was just watching Kirito napping, which was nice. I wish they would throw in way more action, thats what made many of the previous episodes compelling. Asuna is really dull too, Yoruko as well. The plot this episode was also lacking any sort of feeling or interest, being on the predictable end with its conclusion didnt help either I hope Grimrock gets screen time. The fandom is also pretty funny, I dont know why anyone would wish to live in the Sword Art Online world, being in a place where sleep pk's is possible even in safe zones is just a baffling consequence to accept. |
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| i liked the previous episodes more. |
| Well, damn, another one bites the dust... |
| To those complaining of ass shots... You're a disgrace to men everywhere. |
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Ajunky said: Kenju said: GDL-URAHARA said: LOL same I thought that must be a powerful ass dagger too, or maybe the fall helped?This is a ridiculously mighty and powerful dagger - kills a player with one stroke. Seems a bit too coincidental though, how did the assassin know that the girl would sit on an open window? Hmm Im sure he/she was stalking them for quite a while and merely striked at the right moment when Kirito and Asuna weren't by her side or able to see as well as to freak out Shimdt as well I guess. Anyways great ep~ Luv Tsundere Asuna, I bet the bit when Kirito was asleep is the moment she fell for him <3 |
| The episode felt like filler. No wonder it was a side story. What I really dont like about the show is that it rushes the good main story, while wasting whole episodes with crap like this. Sorry, down from 8/10 to 7/10 after this episode. I hope the show really steps up, else it will just end up being an overhyped disapointment. |
| Kirito's not very good at saving people is he? LoliYandere said: To those complaining of ass shots... You're a disgrace to men everywhere. ^This, it was like two or three anyways |
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AlexGK said: The episode felt like filler. No wonder it was a side story. What I really dont like about the show is that it rushes the good main story, while wasting whole episodes with crap like this. Sorry, down from 8/10 to 7/10 after this episode. I hope the show really steps up, else it will just end up being an overhyped dissapointment. This side stories are pretty important. Main story should start on ep 7 or 8. Well, we'll see |
Firixizu_MintAug 4, 2012 3:21 PM
| Finally the plot progresses! I love the fact that Asuna totally changed her character. Also it seems like we're getting into the good arc! 5/5 |
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I hate this anime so much. |
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Vizi_Reality said: AlexGK said: The episode felt like filler. No wonder it was a side story. What I really dont like about the show is that it rushes the good main story, while wasting whole episodes with crap like this. Sorry, down from 8/10 to 7/10 after this episode. I hope the show really steps up, else it will just end up being an overhyped disapointment. This side stories are pretty important. Main story should start on ep 7 or 8. Could be, but it was really boring to me. Felt like a generic filler. And that IS bad in my book... |
Veronin said:
I hate this anime so much. LoL, my sentiments exactly. |
AlexGK said: Vizi_Reality said: AlexGK said: The episode felt like filler. No wonder it was a side story. What I really dont like about the show is that it rushes the good main story, while wasting whole episodes with crap like this. Sorry, down from 8/10 to 7/10 after this episode. I hope the show really steps up, else it will just end up being an overhyped disapointment. This side stories are pretty important. Main story should start on ep 7 or 8. Could be, but it was really boring to me. Felt like a generic filler. And that IS bad in my book... Yeah, it could be boring. I also expect more from the side stories. At least they must do the main story justice |
Veronin said:
I hate this anime so much. I bet you're one of those guys that never read explanations about all these early episodes where side stories written as prequels then suddenly animated chronologically. Will you complain too, if the story starts from floor 74? @AlexGK They feel boring because they were sidestories, you don't need read them for the plot, they're there just to explain early events, the game world itself and introduce other characters that will appear later in the future. In this "Side story" they will mainly explain about the term <AREA>. A player cannot be damaged inside the <AREA>, the only thing that will appear are the visual effects. Basically you can't die in the <AREA>. But suddenly a murder happens inside the <AREA>, and that's not a small matter as you see in the anime. |
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AlexGK said: Could be, but it was really boring to me. Felt like a generic filler. And that IS bad in my book... ¬ Well it is a filler you could say, since all the episodes so far are simply flashbacks. Thats why the sequence of events so far seemed rush and make no sense as all. But rest assured, once the Main story finally starts in 1-2 eps time the story will progress and develop alot more better. It's just these side stories are pretty important so that everything makes sense when later on. ¬ And to who ever had that question about if they are able to get pregnant (forgot what page) - Of course not -_- The game is merely a mental state, not a reality. SAO simply stimulates the neurones within different pathways in the brain, simulating reality with all it's senses and emotions. It is not actual reality and therefore you can't fertilise and egg cell with the neurones in your body. That would be asexual reproduction, which humans are incapable of carrying out without serious surgical aid. So basically, no. No one has gotten pregnant. In fact, sex is probably better in SAO as they simulate the pleasure without the risks of HIV/AIDS or Pregnancy =P |
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kaimax said: Veronin said:
I hate this anime so much. I bet you're one of those guys that never read explanations about all these early episodes where side stories written as prequels then suddenly animated chronologically. Will you complain too, if the story starts from floor 74? @AlexGK They feel boring because they were sidestories, you don't need read them for the plot, they're there just to explain early events, the game world itself and introduce other characters that will appear later in the future. If thats the case, they really screwed up the pacing and the timeframe, like Veronin pointed out. So far the show feels like an overhyped chaos. |
| Its a murder mystery part 2. Well after 5 episode this anime have still kept me entertained 5/5 |
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kaimax said: I bet you're one of those guys that never read explanations about all these early episodes where side stories written as prequels then suddenly animated chronologically. Will you complain too, if the story starts from floor 74? I understand that, but throwing them in the way they have with the anime has done nothing but ruin the entire pacing of it. Perhaps, and maybe, they could have drawn some connection to episode 4 and this one, if events are happening chronologically? It's really not asking for a whole lot. As it stands the anime is just very poorly done and worthless to anybody who hasn't already read the novels. |
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AlexGK said: kaimax said: Veronin said:
I hate this anime so much. I bet you're one of those guys that never read explanations about all these early episodes where side stories written as prequels then suddenly animated chronologically. Will you complain too, if the story starts from floor 74? @AlexGK They feel boring because they were sidestories, you don't need read them for the plot, they're there just to explain early events, the game world itself and introduce other characters that will appear later in the future. If thats the case, they really screwed up the pacing and the timeframe, like Veronin pointed out. So far the show feels like an overhyped chaos. Yeah I understand, it's quite random jumping from other timeframe to other timeframe. But imo they have done a decent job for the pacing But do you have any better alternative about the pacing and the timeframe then? Like how they should show the pacing better, so the viewer can understand the situation better? (especially non LN reader) |
Firixizu_MintAug 4, 2012 3:41 PM
Vizi_Reality said: Do you have any better alternative about the pacing and the timeframe then? Like how they should show the pacing better, so the viewer can understand the situation better? Kirito could just have 45-60 seconds at the beginning spent on explaining where he went after the last episode and how he ended up with Asuna again. Just a short explanation. That's all that's really needed for the episode to make sense. |
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The episode was good.at least some stories are finally coming to play.but i have i don't feel any excitement as i felt in the first episode yet.its lacking impact.Maybe its only me!! Side stories are not that exciting and there will be a few more.does anyone have any idea where will really start?And guys do me favor and stop running your mouth like you are an expert or something.If you don't like it then don't bother blabbering.you should watch anime for entertainment not criticizing.  |
Netto_Azure said: Oh wow, so Doujins DO become canon, they incorporated parts of the Materia Edition 1: The Progressers. So even fanfics the author writes CAN become canon hahahahaha. But I am truly happy that they did this adaptation really well. Has most of the Mystery and details in it. :3 Huh? This is from Vol 8: A Murder Case in the Area. Go to Baka-Tsuki and read it. :D |
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Veronin said: Vizi_Reality said: Do you have any better alternative about the pacing and the timeframe then? Like how they should show the pacing better, so the viewer can understand the situation better? Kirito could just have 45-60 seconds at the beginning spent on explaining where he went after the last episode and how he ended up with Asuna again. Just a short explanation. That's all that's really needed for the episode to make sense. That's a good point. But idk if they have enough time to add 45-60 seconds at the beginning for short explanation and with the anime already felt a bit rushed for some. Tradeoff i guess.. Yeah, let's hope they will do a good job for the main story |
Firixizu_MintAug 4, 2012 4:03 PM
| Man, somebody has invested heavily on his agility and one heck of an assassin build to |
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pikel-kun said: Netto_Azure said: Oh wow, so Doujins DO become canon, they incorporated parts of the Materia Edition 1: The Progressers. So even fanfics the author writes CAN become canon hahahahaha. But I am truly happy that they did this adaptation really well. Has most of the Mystery and details in it. :3 Huh? This is from Vol 8: A Murder Case in the Area. Go to Baka-Tsuki and read it. :D Umm no, the flashback in the beginning was literally word per word from part of the doujin. Yes, it was mentioned in Volume 8, but the animated scene with the guild discussing the plans for floor 56 was literally from there. |
Vizi_Reality said: Veronin said: Vizi_Reality said: Do you have any better alternative about the pacing and the timeframe then? Like how they should show the pacing better, so the viewer can understand the situation better? Kirito could just have 45-60 seconds at the beginning spent on explaining where he went after the last episode and how he ended up with Asuna again. Just a short explanation. That's all that's really needed for the episode to make sense. That's a good point. But idk if they have enough time to add 45-60 seconds at the beginning for short explanation and with the anime already felt a bit rushed for some. Tradeoff i guess.. Yeah, let's hope they will do a good job for the main story What? They did not have time? Hell, are we really going to discuss this in the light of THIS episode, that feels nothing short of airtime waste at THIS time?!? I dont care if later some parts of it will become relevant. The novel was good enough without the side stories, right? So why the damn hell not follow up the main story and then animate the stuff in the side stories when it becomes relevant? Keep in mind that most people would have scratched their heads and dropped this after 5 episodes of random stuff if there wasnt so much hype. This show is demanding more credit that it deserves so far, dont you think? |
Veronin said: Vizi_Reality said: Do you have any better alternative about the pacing and the timeframe then? Like how they should show the pacing better, so the viewer can understand the situation better? Kirito could just have 45-60 seconds at the beginning spent on explaining where he went after the last episode and how he ended up with Asuna again. Just a short explanation. That's all that's really needed for the episode to make sense. That's because they never had any connection in Volume 2, all of those side stories are just there for side stories written as prequels as I said. And such explanations also do not exist in the original light novel. The novels just assumes that they met again in the frontlines at some point of the story. They're really adapting it by the book, nothing "new" was added, only things get compressed and cut out. Basically, I'm not saying that it's a great decision to put them in chronological order, but because of the way it was meant to be a prequel, all of these Side Stories is just not delivered right. |
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AlexGK said: Vizi_Reality said: Veronin said: Vizi_Reality said: Do you have any better alternative about the pacing and the timeframe then? Like how they should show the pacing better, so the viewer can understand the situation better? Kirito could just have 45-60 seconds at the beginning spent on explaining where he went after the last episode and how he ended up with Asuna again. Just a short explanation. That's all that's really needed for the episode to make sense. That's a good point. But idk if they have enough time to add 45-60 seconds at the beginning for short explanation and with the anime already felt a bit rushed for some. Tradeoff i guess.. Yeah, let's hope they will do a good job for the main story What? They did not have time? Hell, are we really going to discuss this in the light of THIS episode, that feels nothing short of airtime waste at THIS time?!? I dont care if later some parts of it will become relevant. The novel was good enough without the side stories, right? So why the damn hell not follow up the main story and then animate the stuff in the side stories when it becomes relevant? Keep in mind that most people would have scratched their heads and dropped this after 5 episodes of random stuff if there wasnt so much hype. This show is demanding more credit that it deserves so far, dont you think? Yeah, they could add the side stories later, but I'm not an expert so I'm not really sure. But, I think they add the side stories at the beginning to develop Kirito and other characters background and their relationship. Also some of the game mechanics and setting About the overall show, I think it's good but fell a bit short on the story aspect and lack of presentation (not like the first episode which is awesome) |
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