I like anime, but I'm not willing to jump into a series without first reading the synopsis. I try to avoid anime with a big hype behind it because I don't want to be forced to like it (shunned if end up hating it). Recently, it's been hard for me to get into a new series mainly because the first episode is always not captivating enough for me. My tastes tend to change from time to time and is usually dictated by the previous anime I've watched.
I like anime that are really colorful. I also like anime that capture nature very well.
I don't really like anime that are always dark and full of dead stuff, but only sometimes.
I don't rate specials or extras because...I don't really have any criteria to rate them on. My opinion is that scores are meant for things that are presented in heavy detail. I still need to update this to reflect my list, though.
About my lists: I have yet to rescore the Manga I have read so it may look really biased and whatnot. As for the anime list, I rate mostly on the positive side because I drop anime that doesn't interest me very early on. I can't really use the whole scale if I end up liking the anime.
Summary of how I rate anime (beta)
10: Very enjoyable: kept me at the edge of my seat, intricate plot; suitable ending: open ending allows watcher to analyze the anime with confidence, and conclusive ending tying up loose ends; animation, art, music worked very well together:detailed art but not too flashy, meaningful music; concise. So good that it leaves lasting impressions.
9: Also very enjoyable plot-wise; animation, art, music done excellently; ending could have been a bit more conclusive; not leaving as deep of an impression as a 10
8: Enjoyable; animation, art, music pretty nice, plot does not develop as much as a 10 or a 9 but nevertheless interesting; ending not done that well but overall better than a 7; may or may not leave an impression.
7: Something I would enjoy but would not prioritize watching; art less refined; not a large variety of sound; no noticeable outstanding quality in animation; interesting plot but more on the average side; ending that fails to answer lingering questions or prompt you to read the manga; does not leave an impression.
6: Something I picked up but mostly the plot could have been better/less predictable; generic art and animation, mostly repetitive sound effects; abrupt ending, if any.
5: Average, tries too hard to attract attention; uses too much time on summaries, leaving maybe only 15 minutes of what matters out of 22 minutes of allotted time; plot predictable; anything accompanying animation not very impressive; abrupt ending, if any.
4: Below average. Anime with generic plot but maybe good art or something. Nevertheless, lacks an attention grabber and significance.
3 - 1: Usually dropped because it did not grab my attention, or just poor execution. I don't really add these because maybe it just wasn't my cup of tea.
Results:
My ABSOLUTE favorite anime series: Katekyo Hitman Reborn!
My ABSOLUTE favorite series: Groove Adventure Rave
So, newsletter's back. :) We are sorry for the delay and everything, Admins [Alan mostly] were very busy. We'll try to keep up going strong even in these busy times. :)
Back to business. We have one tournament match, and it's the semi finals match. As you may, or most probably may not know, two matches were on-going for two+ weeks already, and we got out first finalist. :) Now, onto choosing the second one. You can vote here.
We are getting closer and closer to 4000 members [it's still quite far, but well...], so we are all extremely thankful to you, members, for being with us! :) Thank you.
And last, but not least, as always, we are constantly searching for more newsletter stuff, so we can take off some burden from our existing helpers. If you have free time & good will to help, please leave a message here ---> Newsletter Stuff Needed.
We are aware that this is a bit early, but we wish to use this opportunity and wish you Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! We, from KHR! FC's staff & newsletter team sincerely wish you to have beautiful year up ahead in 2012. :) Live long and prosper. ♥
And now, to present you with our last Tournament matches in 2011. x) As you might have, or might not have seen, we already had 3 matches running for a week, but they will stay active for two more weeks to come. So, even though you have enough time, make sure not to miss voting. :)
You can do it, by going to these threads: Match 3, Match 4 & Match 5. Expect more interesting tournament threads & club events to come in future! :)
Also, even though this isn't club event, we want to cheer & help out characters of Katekyo Hitman Reborn! Vote for KHR! characters @ ISML! And don't forget to share your votes & opinions with us. :)
There is one more Christmas surprise we have in store for you. :) But since it's a surprise, we won't be telling you about it yet. ~ Be sure to check the club out in next few days, and you might spot something interesting. :)
We'd also like to thank the members who joined our Christmas Event this year, there were more participants than expected. Thank you for joining ♥
The presents will be delivered on or shortly after the Christmas days. So patiently wait for them :3
And as a closing part of this newsletter, we, in front of Katekyo Hitman Reborn! FC would like to thank you for being with us in yet another year! Thank you for your support. :)
And last, but not least, I, AlanViBritannia, would like to thank other admins for being amazing comrades in inventing new interesting stuff & ideas for club, and to thank A LOT our Newsletter Squad for being glad & able to devote their time to help us out! Thank you people, we wouldn't do it without you! Thank you for enabling us to be best Reborn! community on MAL!
Until next time. ~ Be sure to enjoy your vacations & to have lots and lots of fun! Chiaossu!
