Monogatari Series: First Season
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| Loving this. I can see it applies to a niche audience. Looks like a lot of people above don't fall into this niche category. Personally, I love the very deep story and dialogue between the characters. I mean, I actually enjoyed the Endless Eight of Haruhi. So I definitely fall into the category of viewers that love this kind of anime. Pretty sexy opening scene, not gonna lie. Very intense episode, harsh backstory but very good. The imouto are most definitely very kawaii. Looking forward to more! |
| A lot of people are complaining about the show being boring - I disagree, I really enjoy it so far. But I understand their point of view since the it's very dialogue heavy |
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| this anime is so unique |
| This anime is odd odd odd !! I mean ... just like in the previous ep I watched this episode wondering what was going on like I don't understand anything but at the end of it it's like everything become clearer .... Actually I wonder if this anime is genius or totally crazy! But anyway it's kind of addicting ... |
| This anime is definitely a niche genre as stated above. Though I was a bit hesitant hearing this anime was dialogue heavy I'm actually in love with it. I think the dialogue and pacing are perfect. Plus this is just so beautiful to watch for only being 2 episodes in. The end crab scene was really great and Hitagi's apology at the end was becoming of her. |
| This wasn't as dreadfully boring as episode 1, but it was still far from what I would call "remotely interesting". I'm still not seeing what's so great about the dialogue. What's the point with all the still images saying "Animation number"? 2/5 |
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| This anime has me curious, but so far I've yet to see the appeal. Granted, it's only been 2 episodes. I'm still going to watch it, and hope that it gets better. My favorite scene was at Hitagi's apartment. Even though she was acting a bit unusual (I guess due to her emotions being stripped from her?), I found the dialogue between her and Araragi quite entertaining. :) As for the rest, it was a bit slow and confusing. Plus, the art style (that I guess is a Shaft thing, like in Madoka) is bit weird for me. Regardless, I want to know what Hitagi is like now that she has her emotions back. And why did Araragi's weight nearly double? ✿ 3/5 |
| Your weight should only be carried by you. Ep 2. Plot: The truth of Senjougahara problem is revealed and though bittersweet, she can now move forward. Character: Senjougahara shows her meekest side revealing her past and the root that made her weightless. Her situation is a rough one and in doing so, she forgot something painful but important to her heart. It's up in the air on how she acts from this revelation but it does bring in a sweet moment between her and Araragi. Oshino knows judo. Flipping Gods like a Boss. Araragi is still pretty meek and easily lead from Hitagi's words. Animation/sound: Still good on the music and stapler, stapler" is a pretty decent beat. The animation is eye catching and the way the Crab was show was certainly unique. Not great mind you but unique and sufficiently creepy. 5/5. The resolution of Hitagi Crab opens the door for many things but even with the burden of feelings/obligations/thoughts, that doesn't mean you can't work towards being happy. |
 I go where I wanna go, even if its into Oppai. |
| I'm loving Senjougahara. The dry wit in her dialogue and her abuse of Araragi >.< |
First half of the episode Araragi : |
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| lol this girl is proud of fan service. |
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| Definitely better than the first ep, now the story is understandable. Didn't appreciate the rape backstory but there's nothing perfect I guess. |
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| Lol, the head tilt! SHAFT strikes again! This is Nisekoi and Madoka head tilt lol. Sasuga SHAFT. Head tilt. Never change SHAFT. The tsundra girl have no shame lol. The rape attempt backstory is meh, well shouldn't that make her more afraid of guys? NOT actually becoming what I'd call "bitchy" move? By going nude in front of a guy? Just me? okay. |
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| Character interactions are already GOLD. Senjougahara smile at the end sold the entire episode |
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| 100 KG ...... While the girl ways 5 KG LOLZ |
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| -Do you know about verbal abuse? -Then call the verbal abuse police. BURN! -You think I'm stupid, right? -*Scared* How did you know!? BURN! (Again) Wow, this chick is evil! O.o Again with fan service, I don't like it but I won't deny the show looks great despite of it. |
| I preferred this episode to the first one Its so interesting and unique |
| Surprisingly despite all the talking in this episode I wasn't bored at all. Also Hitagi has a fine body and isn't afraid to show it, nice :3 |
| Wow, that was pretty amazing (the latter part of the episode). I was super confused by the first episode, but thank goodness I continued on with this episode. |
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| I'm not really a fan of fan service (lol), but this show managed to keep the scene interesting, so it didn't ruin the episode for me. The whole Senjougahara back story was interesting and made me feel sorry for her. I'm glad she got her weight back. Kinda wanna see where this is going. By the way, Araragi should put on some weight, 55 kg is nothing. |
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| Meh. Even the second ep with more action was still pretty boring. Might drop soon :/ |
| Holy Shit that was incredible! |
| Amazing Episode!!! |
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| This show is lit!!! |
| This was way better than the first episode. Wow, I did not expect this series to be so heavy- I never would've thought Senjougahara had such a hard past. It hit me in the heart when she cried. I definitely liked the symbolism of the Crab and the weight it stole being emotional weight/the burden of pain. I can only admire her for taking it back and dealing with it even though it wouldn't do anything to change her current situation. I thought the arc would be an episode or two longer but apparently this series works fast and we're onto another girl's problem next episode. Also kind of hoping that Senjougahara doesn't change too much after getting her emotions back. |
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| That was pretty amazing! It made a lot more sense, and the events were actually natural and relatable. The usage of photography and live action footage looks super cool and creepy! I loved it |
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| Holy shit. I'm hooked. This show is soooo good. Loved this episode. No wonder Senjougahara doesn't smile a lot or like she's emotionless because of that crab. That explains everything. Poor her. She just defended herself from that pervert and everything went to shit for her. Her mother is a piece of shit, eh? Araragi x Senjougahara? I ship it. Lmfao. When she smiled and acting cutesy. Kyaaa. Pretty. Araragi's sisters are so cute. Haha. 9/10 so far for this anime. Ugh. So far, so good. |
     "Maybe he's trying to take a shit, but the shit just won't come out." Captain Levi, 2014 (／^-^)／☆♪  ♪☆＼(^０^＼) |
| I don't know how to describe this show besides just "interesting". It's not like many shows I've seen, and I've seen plenty of anime. Liking this a lot, especially the music! 5/5 |
| ~ The world is not beautiful, therefore it is. |
| I really like this art style seems pretty unique and interesting. |
Knorkuraxu-ChanNov 9, 2017 10:39 AM
| This show is as complex and crazy as it is enjoyable, which means for me means very fucking enjoyable lmao |
| “I love heroes, but I don't want to be one. Do you even know what a hero is!? For example, you have some meat. Pirates will feast on the meat, but the hero will distribute it among the people! I want to eat the meat!” - Monkey D. Luffy |
| So she got her weight back, but he got extra weight in the process? |
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| Started watching this show during my lunch break. It's weeiiiiirrrrrdddd... It may be SHAFT's style, but I also feel like this anime is trying SO hard to be artistic. Some of it works, some feels a bit desperate. I'll give it a couple more episodes, since I am interested, but I don't understand the hype yet. |
| Well, didn't hate it as much as ep 1, but was appalled by the humor. Serious parts were ok, but I have a feeling that there won't be many parts such as this. Going to do myself a favor and drop it. |
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| Nothing in this episode was satisfactory. And Araragi is one lame MC, accepting Senjoughara's friendship like it will get him laid. Also he was unnecessarily feeling for the girl. Get a grip for god's sakes. Also, in the last scene, his sisters waking him up reminds me of Kiss x Sis. Senjoughara is really one shameless bitch. She reminds me of Aqua. And we have the infamous SHAFT head tilt, patented for your satisfaction. If the next episode isn't satisfactory, I might just put this on hold or even drop it. The plot was pretty predictable. Girl goes to temple to get her wish, it bounces back, then suddenly girl prays in a over dramatic fashion in order to get her wish granted. Whoa. So original. |
 Without change,we end up becoming the very person we hate. I was dead until the moment I met you. I was a powerless corpse pretending to be alive. Living without power, without the ability to change my course, was bound to lead me to a slow death. |
| Love the OP, and Senjyogahara is a pretty cool character. Again, the animation is gorgeous! |
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| Don't even know what to make of this so far but I'm intrigued... and a little creeped out. |
| I'm liking this anime, let's see the develop of this first part of the Monogatari Series.:D Wow, Araragi weighing 100kg lol. Senjogahara's fanservice was perfect. |
"No matter where you go, everyone's connected." Iwakura, Lain. |
| The episode turned dramatic in the 2nd half. Senjogahara's past is sad. The heavy stone crab is weird and Araragi gain weight lol. |
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| This episode was pretty gratuitous with fanservice, which I don't really care about either way, but since it tries to be artsy at the same time I guess it gets an easy pass. Based on the character, it might have been symbolic. Since her traumatic event involved someone attempting to molest her body, her feelings or shyness in regard to her body might have been part of the things taken away from her by the crab god. I'll have to wait and see if she is just as shameless after this episode's resolution. In that case, this fanservice would be plain gratuitous after all, lol. |
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| She finally accept her past and get her feeling back. So that's why she was so cold before. When she goes 180 it's her real personality. So I presume, the weight of Senjougahara is added to Araragi. |
Kish0May 10, 2019 4:35 PM
| He who smiles in a crisis has found someone to blame. |
| I still have absolutely no idea what is going on, but I'm enjoying whatever this is. Araragi is a great protagonist. And I knew the timeline for Monogatari is fucked, but it is already referencing events from the past that will likely come up in the future? This is so confusing. |
| Loved the interaction between Araragi and Senjougahara, that fanservice tho |
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Ahhh, the infamous head tilt. Really enjoyed this episode. It was a nice introduction to Waifugahara's backstory and the source of her insecurities and hostility. In the first episode she lashes out at Araragi (mayne, even though I speak Japanese now I still have a hard time saying that name for some reason lol), but in this episode she's able to express them in a more constructive manner. She's just like the crab: has a hard exterior and wields pincers. In this episode, you get to see what's under the shell. But she's not the crabs in the bucket type. That one piano piece apparently called "素敵滅法" is sooo good!~ The OP and ED too! &++ her smile at the end...  Gaaaaaah! <333 |
| I kept hearing about this anime and kept pushing it off to later, because I thought the fanservice would piss me off too much. But man, that was darker and deeper than I expected OO If you look pass the fancy visuals and supernatural elements, it's the story of a girl whose mother arranged to have her raped, and who as a result went completely dead inside in order to avoid dealing with the horror that she experienced. Damn. Plus the anime doesn't beat you over the head with it, just lets you take it in. That was unexpectedly good, I might have been too quick to judge on this one xD |
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