Monogatari Series: First Season
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| Senjougahara was really cute in the ending ^^ So, you have to live with your memories no matter how bad they are (or else you will lose weight O_o). I like it up to now. |
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| I can never understand women. She's naked in front of him but asks him if he's having dirty thoughts. Ofc not, he's just thinking of his pokemon collection. I don't really know how the 5+ min dialogue talking about trivial things at the mid-beginning of the episode was necessary. The crab was scary man, but that was great. In the end it was about her mental state. Her past is interesting as well, her mom's messed up though. Now I wonder if all gods are this way. I was surprised to see her apologizing to Araragi. He's got some annoying sisters btw, jeesh. Good episode 4/5. |
RothSep 22, 2014 1:22 PM
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| Compared to first episode, this was pretty good. Senjougahara turned to be prety deredere after she regained her feelings. But man, one has to hate Shaft for need of having remote control with Pause button always in hand. |
rothrock said: I can never understand women. She's naked in front of him but asks him if he's having dirty thoughts. Ofc not, he's just thinking of his pokemon collection. I don't really know how the 5+ min dialogue talking about trivial things at the mid-beginning of the episode was necessary. The crab was scary man, but that was great. In the end it was about her mental state. Her past is interesting as well, her mom's messed up though. Now I wonder if all gods are this way. I was surprised to see her apologizing to Araragi. He's got some annoying sisters btw, jeesh. Good episode 4/5. Man, how can someone misunderstand this episode so much? o_O People of nowadays are really reluctant to think. Or, well, nevermind, blame Shaft and their animation style for this. She didn't care that she was naked near to him because her feelings of mother were stolen, right? She acted pretty different in the end. That 5 minute dialogue was there precisely to show how a person stripped of such important emotions to one parent would act. Not to mention we got some interesting info about Araragi also. And as to why she was naked most of the time - that was just metaphor to show how bare she was without those precious feelings. Her mother actually liked her so much that's she began praying at that cult when her daughter went to surgery, so Senjougahara saw it as her fault. And she wasn't apologizing to Araragi but to crab (kami) who helped her before by taking her burden away. |
Mich666Sep 27, 2014 3:44 AM
| <3 I loved it! |
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| I was pretty close to dropping this series because episode 1 was a lot of incoherent text flashing across the screen that we didn't get time to read. Then I was bored by the end of episode 1. The first and most of second episode I spent wanting to punch Hitagi for being a complete bitch which made me want to drop the series. I got pretty close to doing so too. I'll give it another episode at least now, but the mood doesn't really fit what I like to watch. |
| wierd... but i kind of like the story |
| What's so great about this series? It's so boring. |
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| I'm not really seeing the appeal. I'll give it a couple more episodes to see if I like it. |
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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. |
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| 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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