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| This is boring. I see powers, fucking use them. |
| I don't wanna drop this show, I really don't. But even with that said I can't give this show more than 1 more try. 1 more episode and probably dropped. Pity, I really thought I'm going to like it. It even had a decent first episode. |
| More Shades McDangerous screentime plz |
| Well...Prior to watching this series, I had no idea it was based on an otome game, so all I had to go on was the premise of the first episode. The first episode gave us plenty of action scenes - first, how the Arcana Famiglia protected Regalo, and second, introduced us to the idea of the Duello. This made me look forward to some great battles. Of course, there were hints of a romance, of a reverse harem, but I don't mind if there's that mixed in with some good action. But in the last two episodes, we get something completely different. I'm just getting vibes of a romance/slice-of-life with the mafia and fantasy elements mixed in. Even the individual episodes don't have much point to them. In the last episode, they found a cat and its owner. In this episode, they entertain little kids and come across a ghost that really doesn't do anything. And then they randomly try to throw in some suspense with that sunglasses guy? I feel like this series is wasting my time. |
| Fillers. Fillers everywhere! Seriously, where's fight? where's action? battles? where one of the main themes? It's only me or Liberta looks worse in this episode? I mean drawings. Luca funny as always. Maybe next ep will be better... maybe. |
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| Pretty lame. Average art with budget animation + uninspiring music. Nothing fabulous about the VA cast either. I dislike harems, I donwright hate reverse harems. Yet for some reason I keep watching this. Dunno for how long though, its barely keeping the 5/10 so far. I've drop shows for less, lol. |
AlexGKJul 17, 2012 3:19 PM
| I enjoyed this immensely... annd.. .hgnnfhhhh.... that shot of Jolly before the credits. FIIIINE. Debito was hilarious this episode... desuthug said: on a side note, omg debito is so ushfuhughnff first he's all badass looking so i was like okay so and then wHEN HE SAYS BAMBINA IT'S LIKE JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL AND NOW HE LIKES CHILDREN UHGU TAKE ME NOW ^^^ that made me LOL. Love it. lol |
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MM-Rosiie said: New love for Debito now though. :D Me too! |
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| Excellent choice Felicità, white suits you. Better than the last episode that's for sure. Niiya, if anyone you should believe in ghosts! I mean Nova... It's always nice to hear Fukuen Misato, though the episode felt unfinished and from the preview I don't expect a closure. 3.5/5. |
| u.u maybe drop |
| If Nova and Liberta are dueling, I'm rooting for Liberta. DEBITO, THOUGH. <3 |
| [insert awesome signature here] |
| Am I the only one who thinks that Nova reminds me of Ciel....in some way. |
| Dam dis animu, y u so boring? I didn't plan on watching this anime to watch them find cats and take care of little kids. |
hellomustache said: Am I the only one who thinks that Nova reminds me of Ciel....in some way. They are really alike. But I prefer Ciel all the way. Well hopefully, this episode will be the start of something, you know with the ghost kid and stuff? I'm never bored during this show to be honest, but that doesn't mean it's good. Let's hope that the next episode actually has some real dueling instead of this again. It's understandable that it isn't going to be an all-out action anime considering it's an otome game + shoujo, but it's been three episodes. Come on. |
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| This isn't a fucking shounen anime. Its a shoujo anime. |
FastnessofWheelsJul 21, 2012 12:59 PM
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| zzZZZzzzzZZZZZ Ok three more episodes before I drop if this isn't going anywhere. |
bla bla bla The endless debate between fans and haters. At one point, after spending a lot of time on MAL, you just realize it's totally pointless.Niko-kun said: On MAL, everyone who has used the lame rating system becomes a critic and an intellectual by default, haven't you heard? |
FastWheels said: This isn't a fucking shounen anime. Its a shoujo anime. Shoujo with no progression. If your comment was targeted towards mines (and others), the "shounen" isn't what I was hoping to see. It just lacks everything in general: plot, character development and the jokes are horrible. The only thing so far that's made this anime interesting is Debito the variety of characters. Even if this series is labeled as a 'shoujo', it's still more shounen than it's a shoujo. I can definitely say this is on my low priority list to finish now. |
| Nosebleeds and breast grabbing = dropped, goodbye arcana |
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| I think I have fallen for Nova. Actually, I fell in love with him the first time I saw him, lol Anyways, for those of you comparing Nova and Ciel, I do see how they appear similar, but I'd just like to say that Nova is definitely on a better level than Ciel. Nova and Ciel both are orphans (I'm assuming based on how they all joined Arcana at such a young age), they both made "contracts", they both don't like to show kindness to others because they see it as a weakness. They both also wear a mask over their face to hide their true self from the world, but there's one MAJOR thing that sets them apart and it's definitely their strength/power. Nova can actually fight and defend himself, lol Ciel just commands Sebastian to do everything. He also may appear very selfish and to say things bluntly kind of a brat. |
| I can actually kind of see how this is going to end up, and I hate animes with a predictable and not to be rude, but boring ending. Typical. I like the plot, and I actually DON'T hate the Felici- whatever her name is (the heroine), but if there's one thing I hate it's harems. If there's another thing I hate it's when the anime deceives the audience into actually thinking that this heroine isn't like other heroines. Doesn't need other people to rely on all the time...doesn't need to be "saved" all the time...but what kind of anime would it honestly turn out to be if the guys literally won the competition, and DIDN'T end up marrying her? I highly doubt that when she"chooses" her own path, it will be a life of celibacy. I also highly doubt she won't fall in love with any of them, if anything, she's going to fall in love with Liberta most likely when he gets freaking stong (cause he's obviously the "underdog" and is going to end up kick ass with his mega-super-ultra-flashy-powerful powers, and if that doesn't woo then I don't know what will. This is probably going to send me into a depressed state because the CHILDHOOD FRIEND NEVER GETS THE GIRL HE WANTS. I know I sound like a desperate loner who has never experienced love or anything, and although this may be true (cough cough) I DO freaking feel pity to people... THIS is one of those times where I honestly freaking feel bad for Nova. LIKE, WHY ARE ALL SHOUJO MANGAS STICKING TO THAT SAME IDEA? Sorry, I'll stop ranting but SERIOUSLY. At least they tried to stop the unending stupid pattern by making Nova an interesting + cool tsundere (since they're usually all obviously pure-hearted, amazing, and the BEST PERSON in which the girl is totally oblivious to), but that doesn't change the fact that he's probably going to end up rejected, back-stabbed, and suffering for his entire life as he lives in pain remembering that. God, I'm so freaking pissed at Shoujo animes, and I honestly thought that this one would be different v___v; (Disclaimer: I usually get pissed off like this...soo...sorry if I sound rude, I didn't mean to offend anyone) |
EarlCielJul 21, 2012 5:08 PM
| I kinda like the shorts at the end of every episode. They're much more enjoyable than the actual episode. |
| I hope this anime will pick up the pace soon, so far these episodes seem kinda pointless to me. EarlCiel said: I can actually kind of see how this is going to end up, and I hate animes with a predictable and not to be rude, but boring ending. Typical. I like the plot, and I actually DON'T hate the Felici- whatever her name is (the heroine), but if there's one thing I hate it's harems. If there's another thing I hate it's when the anime deceives the audience into actually thinking that this heroine isn't like other heroines. Doesn't need other people to rely on all the time...doesn't need to be "saved" all the time...but what kind of anime would it honestly turn out to be if the guys literally won the competition, and DIDN'T end up marrying her? I highly doubt that when she"chooses" her own path, it will be a life of celibacy. I also highly doubt she won't fall in love with any of them, if anything, she's going to fall in love with Liberta most likely when he gets freaking stong (cause he's obviously the "underdog" and is going to end up kick ass with his mega-super-ultra-flashy-powerful powers, and if that doesn't woo then I don't know what will. This is probably going to send me into a depressed state because the CHILDHOOD FRIEND NEVER GETS THE GIRL HE WANTS. I know I sound like a desperate loner who has never experienced love or anything, and although this may be true (cough cough) I DO freaking feel pity to people... THIS is one of those times where I honestly freaking feel bad for Nova. LIKE, WHY ARE ALL SHOUJO MANGAS STICKING TO THAT SAME IDEA? Sorry, I'll stop ranting but SERIOUSLY. At least they tried to stop the unending stupid pattern by making Nova an interesting + cool tsundere (since they're usually all obviously pure-hearted, amazing, and the BEST PERSON in which the girl is totally oblivious to), but that doesn't change the fact that he's probably going to end up rejected, back-stabbed, and suffering for his entire life as he lives in pain remembering that. God, I'm so freaking pissed at Shoujo animes, and I honestly thought that this one would be different v___v; (Disclaimer: I usually get pissed off like this...soo...sorry if I sound rude, I didn't mean to offend anyone) I agree with you, I am one also to get pissed at this sort of thing. The childhood friends never get the girl. No matter how sweet or awesome he is (yes, I'm a Nova fan) Buuuut to me, it is painfully obvious she is going to choose Liberta, who by the way is alright, I mean I have nothing against him but it's sooooo predictable. I am trying (very hard) to keep the faith though, maybe this could turn out different than what I predicting, since it is just starting, maybe it can head in another direction... |
| Oh yeah Libertà nice breast grabbing skills. I actually wanna see more scenes where Felicità gets embarrassed like that, she can be so cute. This episode wasn't that bad and at least it was better than the last one. Lol at that punishment scene with Debito becoming like that. |
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| Ok this episode was a whole lot better. |
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| An okay episode for filler, lots of funny parts and cute parts. To see my full review of this episode go here: http://animeordie.blogspot.com/2012/07/la-storia-della-arcana-famiglia-312.html |
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| Haha. Liberta got a nice feel of those breast... and it's white!? I demand proof from Liberta! Also, Noto Mamiko's scream. XD |
MagitoJul 25, 2012 2:21 AM
| Something's terribly wrong with this anime. Didn't her vritue (lol) is at stake here? If she / Nova / Liberta lose in the upcoming tournament, she will be forced to marry! But. Instead of training for their lives, these brats saved kitten and younger brats. Give me a break... The MC probably doesn't mind marrying anyone. |
| I think I heard Gin-san's voice there at the end. Is it just me..? |
| Honobono Log - best slice of life short -------------------------------------------- most kawaii loli overlord ---------------------------- Donquixote Doflamingo AMV - Control |
| Anyone notice that statue looks like Felicita? |
HawthorneKitty said: I expect people complaining more and not caring about the characters and having back stories. I enjoyed Debito and his love for children; I especially loved it when he smelled Mamiko Noto's hair. <3 Backstories?! You mean these guys are not flat fanservice characters for fujoshi but actually have personalities? Whoa, you just blew my mind! Oh wait, it's just one minor character that has only one character trait and that is "he loves children". A puddle on the street has more depth. |
| eh.... its alright i didn't really like it that much but atleast it was better than the last one. Although i like how they keep showing filler episodes! >:(. I'm actually pretty intrigued by that elmo kid. Isn't it ironic how his name fits him? I forgive it since this is an otome series! |
| filler of peace |
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| For some reason (that i don't know) I got the impression that this was an action show (Oh,I remember.Maybe it was because of epsiode 1,where people were doing "actiony" stuff) and not an attempt at a slice of life/reverse harem or whatever it's supposed to be. The comedy isn't really funny either.The strongest response it has received from me so far,is a mere superficial chuckle.I really hope this show gets better. |
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| Gotta love ghost stories ^_^ But I want subs to the ED =\ |
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| I wonder what kind of tea was served for Debita at the repentance scene.. Hmm.. Can't get it out of my mind.. I really wonder what's that stinky tea.. Hmm.. *rubs chin* |
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| Debito is good with kids????? SA-WOOOOONNNN. He got all the more hotter, unf <3 So Dante used to have hair haha :P Looking after Libertá prolly caused him to lose it all LMAO jkjk xD I guess that little kiddo Elmo belongs in the lab or something? :0 maybe he was created and that's why he feels so cold. Just guessing. I feel like this anime is more catered to the girls lol. A lot of guys found it boring and dropped ^^' but we're all over here fangirling over the hotties huehuehue ;D ;D |
| My problem isn't even that the duelo or whatever isn't happening any time soon, it's more than the lead up to it is just... not seemingly related to this duelo? Like the vibe of the anime straight up changed. I don't even remember the duelo really being mentioned. You'd think there'd be some training or something going on. Even if there's no training, maybe more of a direct approach for people. Or like hey straight up we have people who have some really strong feelings about this duelo, and then it's like... those feelings disappeared for the time being. That's my problem with it. Don't introduce something in the first episode, make people have some pretty strong opinions about it, and then just not do anything from there. Like... okay? It's just not very good writing. Like holy moly, Felicita was so upset about the whole duelo and now she's sitting around letting people touch her hair and shit and only beating up Liberta for touching her chest for some really odd reason. I asked for this and it's an effective gift. |
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