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| Plenty of cliches, which I enjoyed. I like "community coming together for a common good" and "faith in humanity" resolutions, also "friendship" and "power of teamwork" devices. A little more closure would be nice, however. Regardless, it was a pretty great show. |
| Well that kind of just fizzled out. OD should have had more fight time. The logistics of this whole Galax/CROWDS system should have been explained better. Climax is Hajime calling her mom. I am disappoint. Other than the destination, the rest of the journey was great. 8/10 from me. |
| I thought Hajime was going to get hit by a car at then end.... |
Link0306 said: https://twitter.com/GATCHAMANCrowds/statuses/391369300428091392 https://twitter.com/kamabokoita/status/394371087447769090 Those who wanted some explanation of the last episode will be glad to know that the BD box will come with the "full ending." Basically they're going to put back the footage that was removed from the broadcast. I just heard of this news elsewhere and was hoping I could find out if a sub group is going to pick up the BDs when they are released (in January I think). I'm going to keep an eye out but I haven't found anybody who said that they are going to do it so far. |
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| Wow, that's all? How about O.D? That ribbon, is that Katze? Lack of Utsutsu is bothering me too Too many mysteries that not solved here!! Well, I know there's already second season announcement.. But you know, maybe Hajime & others won't be the MC or maybe there won't be there at all Anyways, bravo characters developments & ost You can't & won't forget this epic ost xD Go Bird!! Gatcha!!!! |
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| Wow, that was unexpected...How did Katze end up there? lol Anyway, this was a pleasantly unexpected find of an anime, entertained me through and through. ^^ |
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| the series itself was enjoyable .. 12.. really was kind of .. meh - and I disliked the implications of that phone call and the totally unexplained epilogue and anything relating to O.D after he returned the note to Rui |
| Whats the point if everything happens off scream? |
| WOOOOW, amazing series, really like OD & Katse's battle was fucking intense, was some God Mode gatcha shit, hahaha, RIP OD Sama, gaawd Hajime is starting to creepme out, i know shes hiding something, but is it for good? S2 PLS |
| Ok what. First of all i'd like to say that I REALLY enjoyed this anime. I loved every character, I liked the visuals and action, music was great, plot was very engaging. I couldn't stand Hajime, even though at first she seemed likeable and endearing, her perfection became annoying by the end. That's not what even bothers me: OD's probably dead and that was completely glossed over. Utsutsu was nowhere to be found, and she'd be the most destroyed by his death. The 'MESS' appeared randomly, but what did they actually do. Berg-Katze had lost his hold on people since they all trusted CROWDS and that made perfect sense until it seemed like he's either 1. invisible and next to Hajime or 2. inside her??? What? I don't get it. Mind you, there were loads of hints in this anime that Hajime was more than she let on, but it was never explained and her attitude was never redeemed. Yet that ep 11 recap made it seem like she's perfect the way she is and she doesn't need justification, which makes no sense. Every other character was balanced; they made choices, they had fears and worries, they made mistakes, they grew together. Especially Rui, that tragic hero, cross dressing weirdo, haha. He was my favorite character. Yet Hajime had nothing of the sort. Not accountable for her actions, not a care in the world, no consequence, not a single bad decision made and everything just falls in line for her? Meanwhile Jou nearly died, Utsutsu's slowly killing herself, OD's probably dead, Rui had to go through hell and back just to figure out he needed people's help, and now Berg Katze might be in her boobs? After she more or less asked him out? WTF. Honestly, I enjoyed this anime irrespective of Hajime. I didn't 'hate' her but i definitely didn't like her. |
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| didnt understand the ending until other users explained, and i like it since it fits this anime, although i wouldnt have minded a giant battle against berg.... i hear a S2 has been announced, so i'll be really excited for that |
| I'm in love with the OST. And Hajime. OD challenges Berg-Katze to a fight. It ends with a weakened Berg-Katze and an apparently dead OD. Using Crowds to stop Crowds? Rui is a genius. Poor Berg-Katze, everyone's ignoring it. Wait, in the end, is Berg-Katze invisible or Hajime's necktie or Hajime's boobs? People say she absorbed him. I enjoyed this entire anime, but this ending just left many unanswered questions. It's missing something. There's not really a closure. But hey, I enjoyed it and that matters the most. That's why a second season would be awesome! (^_^) |
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| Very chaotic and dissapointing ending to an otherwise very entertaining series. I've read that there is some supplementary material that helps clarify the ending. If that is the case, that is incredibly lazy production. A series should be able to stand on it's own. I've just found out that a second season is coming. Which may mean that things will be further explained. Excellent. I really want to see where they take this whole "crowds" thing. |
FarabeufJan 7, 2014 2:04 PM
| "Perhaps there is a universal, absolute truth. Perhaps it justifies every question. But that's beyond the reach of these small hands." Mamoru Oshii There is a cult of ignorance (...) nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that “my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge.” Isaac Asimov |
| Didn't exactly find the show overall entertaining, I lost interest half way through and forced myself to finish it....if I was years younger, or perhaps if I had grown up with the Power Rangers (although I did grow up with TMNT....), who knows, this may not have been as boring as it was :| I think primarily the problem was, the society in which this show is based, the everyone comes together for a common good sort of thing, compliments the conflict too much to the point of boredom. Possibly a better route would have been a more realistic world, or rather than realism, at least not a world in which seemingly all it's inhabitants are fine with helping someone at the blink of an eye. Perhaps the best part of the show was the OST, which was actually pretty good. |
 "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment" |
| Amazing series, though the ending was strange, confusing, and off~ |
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| Just watched the full ending and I must say they answered any lingering questions the fans had after the original airing pretty well. Hajime "defeating" Katse was really something else I'm happy with the direction they went with that. Rui still looks as delcious as ever, with him now a Gatchaman the wait for S2 will be unbearable! |
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| So I'm glad that there's a second season for this that might help wrap up the loose plot threads. 8/10. Thoroughly enjoyed despite its flaws. |
| Powerful eyebrows. |
| It was a great finale, it did nothing less that fulfilling my hopes, and I enjoyed every moment of it. The ending was as unpredictable as expected, considering Hajime's role in the story. 1. Characters. +1. The cast was not only full of unique and great characters, but even the side ones were really enjoyable and I don't remember being bored by anyone. As for my favorites - Hajime, undeniably, I don't think there's anyone who doesn't love her. But Joe is probably my ultimate favorite, he was so awesome. JJ also had a very good presence for someone who didn't take much action for the duration of the show. Sugane turned out to be way more interesting character than I initially expected him to be. Berg Katze is ultimately one of the best villains ever, he was one of the things that made the anime for me. 2. Atmosphere. +1. I doubt there was a moment when the atmosphere was bad or didn't exist. The animation style and maybe even more so - the soundtrack gave this anime also a unique atmosphere in addition to everything else it had. 3. OST. +1. One of the best parts about the anime. I love that an electronic sounding was chosen for the soundtrack. Maybe the best thing about it was how it was making the atmosphere energetic and lively. 4. Animation. +1. At first I was really prejudiced about the style of the animation, but few episodes in and I was already loving it. One of the key parts for the great feel of the anime. 5. Background story. +1. The background of the Gatchaman organisation was good enough for me, more was not really needed. 6. Storyline. +1. Totally unpredictable, and actually pretty good. 7. Ending. +1. I felt satisfied enough, knowing that 2nd season is coming, and soon at that, probably. Predictably unpredictable. I just want to know if OD's alive. 8. Drama. +1. A decent amount of drama, like OD's and Pai Pai's backgrounds. 9. Overall affect. +1. A very energetic and lively title, really refreshing. I also love the Hero feel it had, ultimately reviving the Hero genre in my opinion. I didn't feel bored for once, and was always unprepared for what was to come, thanks to Hajime. It was dramatic, refreshing, philosophical and epic at the same time. 10. Bonus score: +1. The anime's innovativeness. I can't even describe the title well enough, as it contains so much things, and I don't remember ever watching anything like it before. Even if there are few titles like it, for which I don't know yet, this one is definitely a rare gem. Even if I don't put it in my Top 5, it's surely one of the best quality animes ever in my opinion, and one of my faves for sure. Overall score: 10/10. Surely one of the few best animes for the last years. |
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Meritas said: It was a great finale, it did nothing less that fulfilling my hopes, and I enjoyed every moment of it. The ending was as unpredictable as expected, considering Hajime's role in the story. 1. Characters. +1. The cast was not only full of unique and great characters, but even the side ones were really enjoyable and I don't remember being bored by anyone. As for my favorites - Hajime, undeniably, I don't think there's anyone who doesn't love her. But Joe is probably my ultimate favorite, he was so awesome. JJ also had a very good presence for someone who didn't take much action for the duration of the show. Sugane turned out to be way more interesting character than I initially expected him to be. Berg Katze is ultimately one of the best villains ever, he was one of the things that made the anime for me. 2. Atmosphere. +1. I doubt there was a moment when the atmosphere was bad or didn't exist. The animation style and maybe even more so - the soundtrack gave this anime also a unique atmosphere in addition to everything else it had. 3. OST. +1. One of the best parts about the anime. I love that an electronic sounding was chosen for the soundtrack. Maybe the best thing about it was how it was making the atmosphere energetic and lively. 4. Animation. +1. At first I was really prejudiced about the style of the animation, but few episodes in and I was already loving it. One of the key parts for the great feel of the anime. 5. Background story. +1. The background of the Gatchaman organisation was good enough for me, more was not really needed. 6. Storyline. +1. Totally unpredictable, and actually pretty good. 7. Ending. +1. I felt satisfied enough, knowing that 2nd season is coming, and soon at that, probably. Predictably unpredictable. I just want to know if OD's alive. 8. Drama. +1. A decent amount of drama, like OD's and Pai Pai's backgrounds. 9. Overall affect. +1. A very energetic and lively title, really refreshing. I also love the Hero feel it had, ultimately reviving the Hero genre in my opinion. I didn't feel bored for once, and was always unprepared for what was to come, thanks to Hajime. It was dramatic, refreshing, philosophical and epic at the same time. 10. Bonus score: +1. The anime's innovativeness. I can't even describe the title well enough, as it contains so much things, and I don't remember ever watching anything like it before. Even if there are few titles like it, for which I don't know yet, this one is definitely a rare gem. Even if I don't put it in my Top 5, it's surely one of the best quality animes ever in my opinion, and one of my faves for sure. Overall score: 10/10. Surely one of the few best animes for the last years. haha i just quoted you in another post and now im at it again... i fully agree with this review and especially the bonus. Innovative and completely uplifting. i would so like to hug the creator and writer of this show. GENIUS! |
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| this shit looked retarded after first couple EP anyways, here's a quickie after I managed to sit through it annoying ass female lead hot ass cross dresser (no homo) sexy as fuck AI's voice Gay antagonist + gay support + gay sword dude + emo green hair dude + gay panda + derp JJ old dude + fan service loli.... srsly? cringe-worthy dialogue and catch phrases Mamoru's voice acting + boner inducing cross dresser saved the anime imo.. ps. would destroy hajime's vagina repeatedly 7/10 |
flaxman85Jun 6, 2014 1:16 AM
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flaxman85 said: Mamoru's voice acting + boner inducing cross dresser saved the anime imo... I don't know why, but I tend to agree with you. Hmm, too much anime I guess. |
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phantom19 said: Wow what a satisfying ending!! Out of the shows I watched this season, this one is definitely AOTS. Incredible OST and very likable characters. The art style was a little strange but I felt it went well with the whole futuristic vibe. There are a lot of things I want to say but I will make one point in particular. I think this show did a good job in showing how most people are. I think at times I forget that most people aren't nice or willing to help others. The riddle that Berg comes up for Hajime illustrates this point. However, Hajime asks what makes a hero? Notice that the Crowds users were at first using the power to wreck havoc since they had this newfound ability. No one was really using it to try and stop the other "bad users". It wasn't until Rui comes up with the idea of it being a game and gaining points do the people start to fight against the criminals. So these now "do-gooders", should they be considered heroes? Their helping is now secondary to them gaining for themselves points and trying to out do one another. Notice when that woman who saved the grandfather and child. She was more concerned with the points she'd get than with the actual saving. So both sides of the fight are acting on self interest. So what exactly makes a hero? Very strong way to put that good and evil aren't so clear cut and possibly don't exist. Again, this was AOTS without a doubt. I don't rank usually but I'll give this an 8/10 solid. Wow! I never considered Hajime's question about 'what makes a hero' to be something worth thinking about, but... after your explanation, I can now see the theme that is portrayed here. |
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| Interesting. So Katze is in Hajime's bosom. Kinda weird but okay. It looks like there is even a 1 year time skip near the end there to. Can't wait for the second season! Gatcha! |
| It started off with a bang, and it slowed down considerably in the middle, but at least the pace became faster at the end. Now I'm upset that it's over. It was a fun watch. 6/10 |
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| Did OD Die? 8/10 |
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| Good thing that I watchted it till the end. The MC is really annoying with her forced carefree attitude though at least imo and Katze's haha but the story was really entertaining. Can't wait for the second season :) |
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| Eh? Eh? Did I miss something? Feels like it's missing one episode. I was like, will the evil dude come at their date?! *Press NEXT* Then nothing. Wth. It didn't feel like an ending at all! Otherwise I love the series, but it really feels like there's a missing episode at the end. Seems strange to end it on a phone call. Think second season will continue right of the bat where 1st season left? |
| Well, Hajime was incredibly annoying at the start, then she got a little better and...worse again. Like a few of the cast, she came off as rather obnoxious with the nonchalant yet overly genki attitude. I grimaced a little during the first half of episode 11 where the team had some sort of deep self-reflection because frankly, the character development was scarce and rushed. It seemed to me they were telling rather than showing the changes. The show didn't make me feel anything for the characters. (Though to be fair...that part was practically filler so it could've been hastily thrown together because of production issues or something). The whole 'everyone using social media for good' and 'community/humanity helping each other' in the second half felt lacking in terms of execution and buildup. While I enjoyed the way it was done in Summer Wars, here...not so much. The series had it's moments but turned out very disappointing...5.5/10. nayners said: Eh? Eh? Did I miss something? Feels like it's missing one episode. I was like, will the evil dude come at their date?! *Press NEXT* Then nothing. Wth. It didn't feel like an ending at all! Otherwise I love the series, but it really feels like there's a missing episode at the end. Seems strange to end it on a phone call. Watch the directors cut version of episode 12/Gatchaman Crowds Embrace. It'll fill in some gaps. |
Ga_LaxyJun 26, 2015 9:37 AM
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| Hmm? so Rui now has Katze's Note right? And JJ did nothing to stop Katze when he was right there. JJ is STILL a useless character. OD's Gatchaman powers were epic. Glad that was saved for the last episode. But wth happens to OD? For all we know, he's still unconscious bleeding out in the middle of the road. And wth. CROWDS ability shouldve been deactivated after the Neo 100 were defeated. Of course it's going to be abused for crime. I thought that was already clearly proved. ----- The series as a whole was insanely cute with lovely visuals. 8/10 Gotta go watch GC Embrace now to fill in those holes ep12 left... |
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