Jan 21, 1:22 AM
Rating Scale Methodology pt. 1
Anime Relations:
Mato Seihei no Slave
I think it is about time that I actually give a methodology on which I base my ratings around, as I don’t think a shitty analogy using different forms of milk really does the job.
My rating scale is 100% subjective. If I find a series enjoyable for any reason, it will receive a high rating and vice versa. Now, that’s not exactly very telling as you have no clue about the different aspects of anime that I subjectively find entertaining, so below, I’m going to provide an ongoing list of things that influence my enjoyment of anime.
Finished Romantic Development: In an industry that rarely sees its romantic development to its conclusion, whenever I see a definite romantic conclusion, it always gives the series in question some brownie points.
Good Opening/Ending: There’s nothing better than starting an episode of anime with a fucking jamming op, or ending an impactful episode with a powerful ed. By positive association, it makes any series that has it better.
Strong Character relationships: doesn’t even have to be romantic, I love the relationship between Rudeus and Cliff in the Mushoku Tensei light novel, or Fern and Frieren in Sousou No Frieren. If an author can convince the reader/viewer that the characters in his story could realistically be friends in real life, it just makes the story that much more enjoyable.
Chekhov’s Gun fulfillment: I love when a series can give me an “ah-ha, so that’s what that was for '' moment, especially in series like Sousou no Frieren, where they come frequently. It feels like it makes me more engaged as a viewer, adding to my enjoyment.
Well-integrated comedy: Funny shit is funny and enjoyable, but it is best when a series can be funny in its own right without having to deviate too heavily from its story. I’m indifferent to “comedy segments” in certain anime, and I feel like if comedy can be sprinkled in naturally, that is where we get the best results.
Strong Plot Twists: I feel like many series struggle with this, but if there is a strong plot twist that is 1. Unexpected for most viewers and 2. Really impactful for the series, regardless if you can anticipate it or not, then that will make the series even better.
Really bad quality in any category: If something is really shit, it can stray into the “it's so bad it's kinda funny" territory, which can be enjoyable in a way. My best example of this is the animation and art in Mato Seihei no Slave, as every time I see a CGI temple-run gorilla sprint across the screen, I can’t help but laugh my ass off at the sheer lunacy of that shit.
Character Development: Seeing a character develop from one place to another, especially when it is a bit subtle (seeing a character start as cartoonishly evil and become a contributing member of society literally does nothing for me).
A strong score: The best example I have for this one is Bleach. Something that has songs that are equally catchy and fitting for the scene.
Good art: I’ve been using good art instead of good animation because in reality, this encompasses the art content of the series when it is stationary and when it is moving. If it looks good, it is good, and I’m happy.
My rating scale is 100% subjective. If I find a series enjoyable for any reason, it will receive a high rating and vice versa. Now, that’s not exactly very telling as you have no clue about the different aspects of anime that I subjectively find entertaining, so below, I’m going to provide an ongoing list of things that influence my enjoyment of anime.
Finished Romantic Development: In an industry that rarely sees its romantic development to its conclusion, whenever I see a definite romantic conclusion, it always gives the series in question some brownie points.
Good Opening/Ending: There’s nothing better than starting an episode of anime with a fucking jamming op, or ending an impactful episode with a powerful ed. By positive association, it makes any series that has it better.
Strong Character relationships: doesn’t even have to be romantic, I love the relationship between Rudeus and Cliff in the Mushoku Tensei light novel, or Fern and Frieren in Sousou No Frieren. If an author can convince the reader/viewer that the characters in his story could realistically be friends in real life, it just makes the story that much more enjoyable.
Chekhov’s Gun fulfillment: I love when a series can give me an “ah-ha, so that’s what that was for '' moment, especially in series like Sousou no Frieren, where they come frequently. It feels like it makes me more engaged as a viewer, adding to my enjoyment.
Well-integrated comedy: Funny shit is funny and enjoyable, but it is best when a series can be funny in its own right without having to deviate too heavily from its story. I’m indifferent to “comedy segments” in certain anime, and I feel like if comedy can be sprinkled in naturally, that is where we get the best results.
Strong Plot Twists: I feel like many series struggle with this, but if there is a strong plot twist that is 1. Unexpected for most viewers and 2. Really impactful for the series, regardless if you can anticipate it or not, then that will make the series even better.
Really bad quality in any category: If something is really shit, it can stray into the “it's so bad it's kinda funny" territory, which can be enjoyable in a way. My best example of this is the animation and art in Mato Seihei no Slave, as every time I see a CGI temple-run gorilla sprint across the screen, I can’t help but laugh my ass off at the sheer lunacy of that shit.
Character Development: Seeing a character develop from one place to another, especially when it is a bit subtle (seeing a character start as cartoonishly evil and become a contributing member of society literally does nothing for me).
A strong score: The best example I have for this one is Bleach. Something that has songs that are equally catchy and fitting for the scene.
Good art: I’ve been using good art instead of good animation because in reality, this encompasses the art content of the series when it is stationary and when it is moving. If it looks good, it is good, and I’m happy.
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