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Oct 1, 2012 10:02 AM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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^just like in the manga

Well, that was an amusing episode. Shizuku definitely seems like the stubborn girl here but hey who knows, she's going to change soon after meeting a particular someone. I liked Haruka's portrayal in this series as her voice seems to match her stubborn like personality.

I also liked Haru's portrayal in this as he seems to be the tough guy but deep down is probably a gentle person. Fast development though and these two are "getting along so well" already!

Anyways, Haru is a fucking boss. Also, there is a lot of good action and comedy with even a little blood. Overall, a good episode.

Oct 1, 2012 10:03 AM
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Nice OP and ED (Christmas song?).

I like how the first ep. went since it's like how drama CD went. lol @ the end with the kiss.

Preview with chicken??
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Oct 1, 2012 10:57 AM
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^^^^ It's already on Crunchyroll, so HS will probably rip it soon.

Back to the episode. Haru is soooooo HOT O_O

Oh and we got a kiss already in the first episode, nice.

Awesome first episode, will surely continue.

5/5
Oct 1, 2012 11:00 AM
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Yay! It's finally here! OMG heartattack at Sasayan's smile in the beginning!

Am I the only one who is a bit bothered by the pacing? It's faithful to the manga but I don't seem to like the pacing in the anime. Well, let's just take this a an intro :)

Sasayan's hair should be darker imo. Mabo's too.

And I like how the chicken is having a bigger role in the anime XD

For everyone who is interested in the next episode, here you go the non-chicken preview:

I can't wait for the next ep! Sasayan Sasayan Sasayan! Yes. I'm super obsessed by Sasayan :D
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Oct 1, 2012 11:21 AM
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CAN'T WAIT EPISODE 2!!!!

I love first episode.

ShizuXHaru :3
Oct 1, 2012 11:31 AM
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Feels like they stuffed 13 episodes of a regular rom com into 1 episode. Not sure if there's much room for character development.

Will continue watching.
Oct 1, 2012 11:36 AM
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It felt very rushed like a roller-coaster.
There were so many things going on that can be easily expanded to two episodes.

But it was interesting anyway.
Oct 1, 2012 11:40 AM
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This is one of my favorite mangas, and it's definitely nice to see it animated :)

Even tho it felt quite rushed, it was definitely enjoyable ^^ 4/5

(and Dat colorwork!)
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Oct 1, 2012 11:41 AM
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Oh freaking wow, I went into this knowing not one tiny thing of what it was about and I freaking loved it. I was just complaining about how the romance in SAO is the worst freaking kind too; this show is how you do proper romance.
I seriously can't believe how much I loved that though, I normally don't care for romance in the first place. And the episode felt really really long but in an awesome way. Gah, I can't wait for the next episode!
Oct 1, 2012 11:42 AM

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Woah, I didn't expect to enjoy this.
Oct 1, 2012 11:43 AM

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I found this very refreshing to watch it's violent yet innocent and the characters are pretty interesting.
The main character why appears uncaring and she doesn't realise her own feelings.
And the strange guy who doesn't have common sense but appears to be really good at studying.
And they looked like a couple already mainly because of that guy hanging around her but still it looked nice it also seemed the rest of the school was relieved that he was hanging around her most of the time.
That scan in the upperclassmen room was a bit drastic tho he got so violent he didn't even know that he was hurting her and she should have addressed him about that as well.
Those upperclassmen girls where nice to her though.
Oct 1, 2012 11:52 AM
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Haru's voice is deeper than what I imagined in my head.

The opening was so fun and bright I really liked it.
Oct 1, 2012 11:52 AM
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I wasn't planning on checking this out but I am pleasently suprised that I did, it has a nice colourful art style a likeable duo of main characters and what looks like it could turn out being a good romance plot which is very rare in anime, however a few parts of the episode at times felt a little bit rushed to be completely honest although I am impressed how the show had me laughing at some parts and dramatic in the next scene and this is just the first episode and I really hope it keeps going this strong.
4/5 episode.

At the second in my opinion I want the next episode to actually work on the romance and develop into a fun believable relationship and just hope to god it doesn't go the Tsundere route...I really don't want this.
Oct 1, 2012 11:57 AM

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Very nice show
somehow it feels like some weird mind decided to mix Kimi ni Todoke and Tsuritama
and it worked :)

Two weirdos working together, this might work.
They just need to keep development going and deliver more hertwarming moments.
Oct 1, 2012 12:04 PM

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Wow, this was an excellent, surprisingly impressive introductory episode.

Shizuku and Haru are great characters, and their growing relationship is quite engaging so far, as they have really excellent, believable chemistry, which is likely benefited by the very good voice acting on display. I'm really looking forward to see how these characters and their relationship develop.

The direction was terrific, as it handled the pacing of the episode with a confident ease, never feeling rushed or particularly hurried in the covering of any of the various developments. The humor was refreshingly quick-paced and rarely failed to deliver a laugh, which is quite uncommon for a show of this nature. The art is superb, particularly in how vivid and colorful the backgrounds are. The animation, while not especially great, is quite good.

Also, the OP was amazing.

All in all, this is definitely one of the most promising romantic comedies I've seen in quite some time.
Oct 1, 2012 12:05 PM

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I fucking love this manga and this show.

I admit, the pacing was a bit fast, but that's just a small nitpick. The rest was perfect.
Oct 1, 2012 12:07 PM

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Very nice first impression.
But... Does anybody here usually threaten people they call friends with rape? oO
Oct 1, 2012 12:07 PM

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The first episode felt a little rushed, but overall, I loved it. I had already read the manga, but watching the anime feels so different.

At least now I have something to watch on Mondays. :)
Oct 1, 2012 12:07 PM
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I'm generally not a fan of romance, or comedy, let alone both together. And the school setting, bleh. In all honesty, the only reason I watched this is because I'm stubborn and want to give every new show each season a chance.

So glad I did. I loved it. Unlike lots of "comedies" this show had legitimate comedy, not over the top unbelievable garbage pretending to be so. Will definitely be watching this show as the season progresses.
Oct 1, 2012 12:09 PM

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Haru's voice is a bit too deep. To be honest, I loved the pace of this episode. Definitely gonna be a season favorite, thank you Brain's Base ToT
Oct 1, 2012 12:13 PM
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I didn't read the manga... and I''m in love with this show already!
Oct 1, 2012 12:15 PM

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Ok this is really good. Really funny ! usually shojo tires me off but this has some kind of Lovely Complex element in it, cause it keeps getting better.
Oct 1, 2012 12:17 PM
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animehobbit said:
But... Does anybody here usually threaten people they call friends with rape? oO

It's trying to solidify Haru's oddness I guess... but yeah I didn't like that line in manga form or here.
Oct 1, 2012 12:22 PM

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I DIDNT EXPECT THE KISS AT THE END!! AHHH DIFHAHFAUHFUI SOO CUTEEEE~~~!!! EIFQHUFHUE //SPAZZINGGG

I VAGUELY READ THE MANGA AND I REMEMBER I DIDNT LIKE IT AS MUCH, BUT AHHH ANIME IS SOOO CUTEE!!! >W<
Oct 1, 2012 12:22 PM

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Haha that was funny as hell. With opening as generic as can be.
Oct 1, 2012 12:28 PM

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I loved the manga so much , and loved this episode too XD XD

Oct 1, 2012 12:33 PM

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so i thought it started airing on sep 26, but either way i looked for it only today. well that is an interesting relationship. sure he is innocent, but there is no reason for him to be that brutal. I mean he even hit her without thinking. I really do not like boys who hit girls. and no, she didn't deserve it.

She is not that cold hearted either, she is just a lonely girl, who prefers to study by herself and doesn't care to make friends.

So yes it's a weird mix between those two. hopefully it will work out.

And then there is that blonde kid who took an interest in shizuku, whether in a good or bad way.

I just hope there isn't anything tragic or well sad.

And definitely looking forward to watching the rest! 4/5 for me.

(ps i watched it on animeseason)
Oct 1, 2012 12:35 PM
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That was definitely a good start for this series. The directing feels very fresh and delivers the story it wants to tell straight to the point.

The two protagonists are very likable even if their personalities are flawed in one way or the other and we already got to see different sides of them in the first episode alone. The fact that neither of them beats around the bush when it comes to their feelings makes the fast pace seem quite appropiate.

I was surprised that there wasn't much progression after Haru began going to school again until the midterms but at the same time it wouldn't have been realistic if they suddenly started to become friends with everyone without some major event changing things up.
Oct 1, 2012 12:44 PM

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Nothing too innovative when it comes to shoujo romance plot but this first episode was executed really well. They packed a LOT of things here and I had to check the stream to make sure this was still the 1st episode cause I thought it had been a while already.

The main girl and guy is likable enough but the guy is a little too eccentric for my tastes . Our MC is typical Shoujo social outcast which I don't mind but she's pretty sensible as she has some social skills at least.
Oct 1, 2012 12:44 PM

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OH MAN.

SO GOOD.

SO GOOD.
Oct 1, 2012 12:49 PM

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Shizuka face was priceless =D
LOL, Haru! that book!
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Oct 1, 2012 12:50 PM

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Amazing.Just amazing.Pacing is a bit too fast though, but well, we cant get everything in first episode.
Main characters are such a great couple *w* me wants to hug Shizuku.Kiss in last scene killed me...i mean it was so freaking unexpected.It's weird his heart wasnt pounding though.Well, we will see.
Quality of art is amazing as well.Cant wait to see how will everything look in next episodes.
OP isnt really anything special.I dont think i will watch/listen to it every episode.

5/5.First impression 8/10.I hope they wlll slow down with pacing though, that would be perfect :D
Oct 1, 2012 12:50 PM

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Threats of rape, physical violence, forcing himself upon her.

Yup, he sure is perfect boyfriend material!
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Oct 1, 2012 12:51 PM
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I love haru's voice and yoshida and haru seem to be great characters so it started out good.
idk why I was here but I'm prob back to playing Dragon's Dogma 2 again when you read this

Oct 1, 2012 1:03 PM

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I THINK I'M IN LOVE WITH THIS.
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Oct 1, 2012 1:14 PM

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That was like the best first episode ever.
Oct 1, 2012 1:16 PM

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Awww Kawai!
Liked it a lot~

ワンダーランド花 ♥

Oct 1, 2012 1:19 PM
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His voiceee D: it's so deep </3
Oct 1, 2012 1:23 PM

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Little fast paced with the whole 'I like you' thing but I really love this anime ;w;

Oct 1, 2012 1:32 PM

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That was one whacky relationship I've ever seen here.

I keep this one up.
Oct 1, 2012 1:33 PM

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nice show indeed.
Now I'm gonna be obsessed with the manga xD
Oct 1, 2012 1:38 PM

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Haha, I'm hooked on this. I see great potential here.
Oct 1, 2012 1:44 PM

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I'm already in love with this series, omg. Shizuku has such a nice seiyuu and Haru is so hilarious, haha
Oct 1, 2012 1:46 PM

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I can already tell I'm going to love this anime. Can't wait until episode 2!
Oct 1, 2012 1:47 PM
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This is the only anime that I've watched were the guy is a total asshole.
Oct 1, 2012 1:55 PM

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Romantic comedy. Yay : )
Oct 1, 2012 1:56 PM

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So far, the fall season is going very well. I can't wait to see how this show plays out.

5/5
Oct 1, 2012 1:57 PM

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Am I the only one that finds Haru extremely obnoxious?

But overall I really like the naimation and the lively colors. I can see how the pace may seem a bit rushed to those who haven't read the manga but trust me, it's better this way. And I can't wait until they get to the Yamaken parts.
Oct 1, 2012 2:05 PM

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Ahhh I'm so glad Crunchy decided to pick this up :D And, indifferent to my expectations, I'm already loving it XD Favorite part was when Haru just turned around after looking at Shizuku and ran and jumped out the window XD
Definitely looking forward to the rest of this anime and hoping others romances this season will be this good or even better.
Oct 1, 2012 2:08 PM

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I liked the fact, that the first kiss and the confession were already in the first episode. I am sick of the typical rom-com where they only look at each other, blush, never say what is on their mind (which always brings unnecessary misunderstandings), make a big deal about holding hands and maybe if we are lucky the kiss once before they roll the credits. I want to se what happens after they get a couple for once in an anime (SAO is actually one anime I love because of this and other aspects).
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