Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- (light novel)
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Jun 6, 2016 7:40 PM
#251
Genjutsuhh said: I am relieved since you said you didn't get offended, cos I do hope that is the case. I want this to be considered as a friendly debate. An argument is not what I was aiming for. "Shrug" Well each to his own okay? koopa_zero said: I was so hype for this show at the beginning of the season. Now I am feeling very "meh" towards it. The plot progression is so slow. Like the entire point of show that story progress through his deaths as tries find ways out of his situations by generating different outcomes. If you can't get behind you might as well drop it cause that is core point of series. The next well be even longer while still maintaining he basic premise. |
Iron_MawJun 6, 2016 7:44 PM
Jun 6, 2016 8:34 PM
#252
Jagd84 said: koopa_zero said: I was so hype for this show at the beginning of the season. Now I am feeling very "meh" towards it. The plot progression is so slow. Like the entire point of show that story progress through his deaths as tries find ways out of his situations by generating different outcomes. If you can't get behind you might as well drop it cause that is core point of series. The next well be even longer while still maintaining he basic premise. Never said I wasn't a fan of the "trial by error" method he is using. I just felt that they could pick things up. I enjoy the backstory of Rem and Ram in this episode but still, it felt lacking. I was really hoping they'd wrap the arc up this week. |
Jun 6, 2016 8:55 PM
#253
I actually think it's quite fast paced compared to the manga lol. They cut some things and move stuff around. It needs to be slow so *things* will have more impact later on in the series. |
TeamDalaiLanaJun 6, 2016 10:05 PM
Down on the West Coast They got a sayin' |
Jun 6, 2016 9:07 PM
#254
Well not much to say. Everything that needed to be said was handled by the episode itself. This was more of a "executive" episode that gets to the point and things done. I like that you can see how much the previous loops affected Subaru as he is so fixated on this perfect ending he even put it in front of his fear to die and fail again. Having both the OP & ED in it for the first time made me realize how spoiled we are, damn White Fox :( Next week is episode 11 and then we will get the prescreening event for episode 12 which will introduce the second cour, the third arc ( I feel already sick only thinking about it ), the crazy huge new cast and most likely the new OP & ED songs with new visuals. |
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Jun 6, 2016 9:51 PM
#255
koopa_zero said: Jagd84 said: koopa_zero said: I was so hype for this show at the beginning of the season. Now I am feeling very "meh" towards it. The plot progression is so slow. Like the entire point of show that story progress through his deaths as tries find ways out of his situations by generating different outcomes. If you can't get behind you might as well drop it cause that is core point of series. The next well be even longer while still maintaining he basic premise. Never said I wasn't a fan of the "trial by error" method he is using. I just felt that they could pick things up. I enjoy the backstory of Rem and Ram in this episode but still, it felt lacking. I was really hoping they'd wrap the arc up this week. Well, I personally don't feel like it's slow, rather pacing itself right where it needs to be for 2 cour series. For a show like this fleshing out characters and their environment is extremely important IMO. |
Jun 7, 2016 1:07 AM
#256
Nice episode right there.. i thought it will be a different arc this time :v .. And also.. Goddamn she looks like a yandere.. |
KirokieJun 7, 2016 1:20 AM
Jun 7, 2016 3:16 AM
#257
Not sure if subaru's strenght did this or ram-chi make it happen through her wind manipulation....I like this episode...Rem-rin's demon mode make my day. |
Jun 7, 2016 4:01 AM
#258
This anime is so good. I wonder if I prefer Ram or Rem, I love how Ram acted in this episode, but Rem is so kind. Good episode, I hope he didn't break his horn (even if it's almost sure that he did it). |
Jun 7, 2016 4:47 AM
#259
i loved the episode so much, that cliffhanger omgggg... emilia just appeared for like 4 seconds, she's the main female character and the most famous one, hopefully she'll appear a lot next week. re:zero is seriously the best anime this season and is in my top 10 fav anime :) |
Jun 7, 2016 6:17 AM
#260
Jagd84 said: koopa_zero said: Jagd84 said: koopa_zero said: I was so hype for this show at the beginning of the season. Now I am feeling very "meh" towards it. The plot progression is so slow. Like the entire point of show that story progress through his deaths as tries find ways out of his situations by generating different outcomes. If you can't get behind you might as well drop it cause that is core point of series. The next well be even longer while still maintaining he basic premise. Never said I wasn't a fan of the "trial by error" method he is using. I just felt that they could pick things up. I enjoy the backstory of Rem and Ram in this episode but still, it felt lacking. I was really hoping they'd wrap the arc up this week. Well, I personally don't feel like it's slow, rather pacing itself right where it needs to be for 2 cour series. For a show like this fleshing out characters and their environment is extremely important IMO. I guess we will just see differently. Thats what makes anime so interesting to me. There is so much that it feels like it can be personal to you. |
Jun 7, 2016 6:55 AM
#261
koopa_zero said: I guess we will just see differently. Thats what makes anime so interesting to me. There is so much that it feels like it can be personal to you. Just wait a bit and you will see why this detailed and slow introduction of arc 1 and 2 is necessary. If they rush it here it would come back to them in a bad way. See it as a cardhouse. The basement needs to be built properly in order to build up a huge and detailed skyscraper out of it. |
Jun 7, 2016 6:56 AM
#262
Fappa said: koopa_zero said: I guess we will just see differently. Thats what makes anime so interesting to me. There is so much that it feels like it can be personal to you. Just wait a bit and you will see why this detailed and slow introduction of arc 1 and 2 is necessary. If they rush it here it would come back to them in a bad way. See it as a cardhouse. The basement needs to be built properly in order to build up a huge and detailed skyscraper out of it. I'll take your advice to heart. I'm going to invest the time because I do like the characters. Maybe I just need to be more patient. |
Jun 7, 2016 7:16 AM
#263
koopa_zero said: I'll take your advice to heart. I'm going to invest the time because I do like the characters. Maybe I just need to be more patient. Maybe it feels so slow because it's a LN adaptation that Stands absolutely true to The source material and this is bound to slow down the pace at times. You could say it's rather a retelling of the story ( like a VN ) rather than an Adaptation. Once we're in arc 3 and many scenes that happened in arc 2 get a whole new meaning, you should understand it :)! Yes patience is a virtue in this show especially in the first two arcs. |
Jun 7, 2016 7:20 AM
#264
Fappa said: Maybe it feels so slow because it's a LN adaptation that Stands absolutely true to The source material and this is bound to slow down the pace at times. You could say it's rather a retelling of the story ( like a VN ) rather than an Adaptation. Once we're in arc 3 and many scenes that happened in arc 2 get a whole new meaning, you should understand it :)! Yes patience is a virtue in this show especially in the first two arcs. I'm invested! At least they are sticking to the source material. Not sure that means much from me, because I've never read it. But I'm sure the LN creators are pleased :D |
Jun 7, 2016 10:10 AM
#265
SubscriberSun said: Damn that was a really good episode, this series just gets better and better. Subaru carrying Ram around was really cute. And even more cute since she wasn't like a typical heroine screaming "HENTAI HENTAI!!", that shit really pisses me off. |
Jun 7, 2016 11:57 PM
#266
Raven_Wingz said: SubscriberSun said: Damn that was a really good episode, this series just gets better and better. Subaru carrying Ram around was really cute. And even more cute since she wasn't like a typical heroine screaming "HENTAI HENTAI!!", that shit really pisses me off. It's definitely refreshing to see anime characters actually use common sense in these intense moments. |
Jun 8, 2016 8:14 AM
#267
Puck hnnnng. Ram's wonderful smile added to Subaru's protect list. Expositions of abilities etc. I like the connections Ram notes of Subaru with the villagers, their "gifts". Nice thinking, he used the revival censorship as an aggro ability, by increasing the witch scent to draw both mabeasts & Rem. Whitefox really likes their cliffhangers, Subaru hanging by the edgiest sword. Rem yandere faces. Her fight animation was beastly with the heavy ball, reminds me a bit of Karula in Utawarerumono. Flying Ram, flying Subaru. Bald pup so happy making explosions. He trolling or helping Subaru? |
Jun 8, 2016 12:06 PM
#268
Zaphkiel_El_Rem said: Not sure if subaru's strenght did this or ram-chi make it happen through her wind manipulation....I like this episode...Rem-rin's demon mode make my day. Can't be too realistic. Otherwise there'd be no outstanding events happening. It'd also not be possibly for Subaru kill a rottweiler barehanded in reality. But he was able to kill something (seemingly) fiercer, even. He'd not lift with ease something weighing 50 kg. And the tree stick wouldn't be capable of impaling it...through its rib cage. Them dobermans: |
removed-userJun 8, 2016 12:23 PM
Jun 8, 2016 1:20 PM
#269
Jun 8, 2016 4:44 PM
#270
Jun 8, 2016 6:56 PM
#271
Well done, another episode without dying finally. |
Jun 9, 2016 3:02 AM
#272
Fai said: So as I guessed, it seems that Ram already got over whatever happened int heir past while Rem did not. And yeah this confirms that the beasts are attracted by witch's smell. And just like I guessed, they seem to be angered by it. But this yet again brings up the question I had last week - why would they attack something that indicates their creator? More baffling mysteries. Either way this episode pretty much solidified Rem and Ram as best girls of the show, leaving under-developed Emilia in the dust. Really hope she will eventually get more depth than being a "waifu prize" for Subaru. Still think she might be Satella and if its true that could pay off, otherwise no idea. Talking about the demon sisters though, It was kind of interesting how Rem has a kind of a role of a berserker warrior, while Ram has to rely on magic because of her lack of horn. Pacing wise, this felt like an in-between episode and sadly the transition from last week to this week felt a bit abrupt and badly handled - having Puck just recap what happened while Subaru was out felt very disconnected from last week. There are better ways to direct such a transition and the way the show did it here felt a bit too dry. Alas by the time they got into the forest, the show became good yet again and the episode was enjoyable and well paced till the end with some very great action sequences and conversations. I hope that ending does not mean that Rem would lose her badass berserker form.... Overall a solid 4/5 Lmao. How are two lolis that you meet in the middle of the show out-developing your god-damn heroine!? |
Jun 9, 2016 9:26 AM
#273
So twins should be killed but Rem and Ram lived. Rem is so strong but she lost her mind, hopefully Subaru succeeded. |
Jun 9, 2016 1:18 PM
#274
Oh boy I hope Subaru doesn't die .........again, I would hate to see him in another rewind moment. |
Jun 9, 2016 6:08 PM
#275
Ram had such an innocent smile HNG. Made me wanna hug =P. |
Jun 11, 2016 11:40 AM
#276
Jun 11, 2016 12:24 PM
#277
Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Idk the whole Rem going all berserk demon felt a bit cliched honestly.. Though it did bring in some nice action. Not to mention the way Ram sliced those beasts with wind magic was just savage xD That last swing tho.. My only concern was what if he ended up hitting her head/neck by accident ? ._. I mean, that blade is sharp, no ? Oni/Ogres are mythological creatures who are known for their extreme temperament and brutal strength. What's cliche about living to the legends about them? I am well aware of the image these creatures keep in their respective mythologies. But just because they're being accurate to their legends does not change the fact that it did indeed seem cliched. Characters going berserk due to an ability is something that's been done many times. It's a trend that repeats itself whenever the writers feel like they didn't put enough into the characters initially to make them seem competitive enough. Like I said later on, there's nothing essentially bad about it. What actually matters is how it's all presented. In this case however it wasn't done all too well. I completely understand that you view it as something that's perfectly fine. Thus similarly I was only trying to point out something that I (On my personal part) felt seemed unfitting. If you going be like that than I don't see how you enjoy any story, because literally 99% of everything nowdays has been done before. Besides my point is that is what Oni's are like and it entirely intentional. Calling is pretty cliched is pretty pointless when it doing what you would expect from one based on the myths. It's like complaining about how Werewolf always transform into wolves or how Vampires suck blood, that's point. It's part of their nature. They aren't gonna much differently. Well I'm sorry about that. My intentions were not to offend anyone who thought it to be okay. Like I said, I was merely stating an opinion. I personally can't exactly watch a show while just turning off my brain and letting go the details. Its what separates the good from the bad. If I started forgetting everything and start praising the show for whatever it gives out then that's just being unfair to the people who actually put out something original and actually put in a lot more work into their titles. As far as the Oni thing goes, they aren't portrayed as something that goes out of control. Fine, it might not think but they go by their own instincts. Rem on the other hand is portrayed as changing into a completely different person who's actions go without reason. It's an unfitting addition to her character. It's not about "Why the Oni always goes berserk", more like why is she presented as one in the first place when the writers don't know how to make use of it properly ?. You're not offending me if you think that is what going. As far going berserk is concerned I think you're being a pedantic here. Oni's are wild creatures who said have short temperament with little in the way of rational, so focusing on Rem's raging is pointless as a typical Oni isn't far from that. Don't see why it's problem that her Oni makes her wild behavior mostly on instinct and one single minded reason (to destroy magic beasts and Witch). it's not she how normally is, that's just side-effect of her powers so you look your making a big deal of nothing to me. It doesn't strike as flaw as much as the fact that you just don't like Berserker type monsters. Simply put, It just seemed off to me. I have nothing against Berserker type monsters. Just that when it comes to situations like this, when the characters are backed against a wall then some writers tend to do this that they introduce a new form to their characters and turn them into so called "Dues ex Machinas". And among the critics community, this is considered as cheap and effortless story writing. Because instead of thinking of a way for their characters to get around a problem in a more creative way, they introduce plot armor so that they can just barge their way through the obstacle. When you watch a lot of shows, you begin to notice these things more. I am relieved since you said you didn't get offended, cos I do hope that is the case. I want this to be considered as a friendly debate. An argument is not what I was aiming for. So you guys done? Rem's Oni powers aren't flawed. It activated itself on instinct as to aid in her survival. She was badly wounded. And Ram told that the Oni power heals by absorbing mana or something. She's young still. So it's natural that she hasn't mastered it yet. And again, it was triggered by her life being endangered. It wasn't by an unstable emotional state. It's similar to what happened to Aang in Avatar - when he was struck by a lightning on his back... Power beyond his capabilities aided in his survival... In her case it was the same. The Oni power as shown in the flashbacks, is something that is passed down by their race. This power must be something honed by generations. Similar to the sword arts of Reinhard's family. It grants power in that world's society. And isn't easily attained. So it's easy to expect it to be hard to control (for someone that young). So yeah it seems like you're etching your biased views on this show. Based off what you've seen in other shows. You said that it appeared clichéd? You probably didn't see deeper into it. In our world we attain power through money that is attained through valued skills used in our society... In theirs it's the same. But as it's a fantasy world, they go beyond reality. They develop skills that enhance physical capabilities and such. And those skills give the owners power. Get it? It makes them rich in many ways. It separates them from the poor and in misfortune. It helps them succeed in life. Guarantees their survival, etc... It places them atop. In the previous epidode, Elsa and Reinhard greetted each other, telling their names and family names. Because that's important. They take pride in what they and their family achieved. Elsa and Reinhard aren't common. They were produced through much effort. It was both theirs and their families'. Reinhard's, Elsa's, Rem's, Ram's, Emilia's, Felt's, Roswaal's, Beatrice's, Rom(!)'s capabilities... aren't cheap. We've not seen those slums meaninglessly. If those powers were easily attained, anyone could be a Reinhard. But that's not what was shown and proven. Most were merchants. Not outstanding Sword Sages bearing a renowned reputation. By the way, SAO is crap. I've dropped it at episode 8 of the first season. (Your avatar reminded me of that show's protagonist.) |
removed-userJun 11, 2016 12:36 PM
Jun 11, 2016 12:25 PM
#278
I don't get it. Betty said that Puck knows that Subaru will die soon because cumulation of curses. Puck is one of most powerful characters, why didn't he offer any help? For Puck killing horde of mabesats is pretty easy, so why not? How can he explain that to Emilia? I could help him but i decided not to. Sorry |
Jun 11, 2016 12:34 PM
#279
Fuchs23 said: I don't get it. Betty said that Puck knows that Subaru will die soon because cumulation of curses. Puck is one of most powerful characters, why didn't he offer any help? For Puck killing horde of mabesats is pretty easy, so why not? How can he explain that to Emilia? I could help him but i decided not to. Sorry I'd guess he can't be away from Emilia. He's her familiar. But how does this works in this show? It wasn't explained yet it seems... Let's just say that he weakens when too far away from her. Or that he's to always stay beside her, to guard her. Or also that he being away, might worry her. And that others wouldn't be able to prevent her from seeking answers as to why. That would inevitably lead her to (even more) danger. He serves her, not Subaru... Subaru can't ask too much, I think. It was his own mess, if you think about it. He only went through so much danger because he knew he was immortal. Normally, someone in his position would wait for Roswaal to decide what to do. He's the lord. And it seems like that village belongs to him, too... It provides necessities for the mansion. |
Jun 11, 2016 12:51 PM
#280
iRels said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Idk the whole Rem going all berserk demon felt a bit cliched honestly.. Though it did bring in some nice action. Not to mention the way Ram sliced those beasts with wind magic was just savage xD That last swing tho.. My only concern was what if he ended up hitting her head/neck by accident ? ._. I mean, that blade is sharp, no ? Oni/Ogres are mythological creatures who are known for their extreme temperament and brutal strength. What's cliche about living to the legends about them? I am well aware of the image these creatures keep in their respective mythologies. But just because they're being accurate to their legends does not change the fact that it did indeed seem cliched. Characters going berserk due to an ability is something that's been done many times. It's a trend that repeats itself whenever the writers feel like they didn't put enough into the characters initially to make them seem competitive enough. Like I said later on, there's nothing essentially bad about it. What actually matters is how it's all presented. In this case however it wasn't done all too well. I completely understand that you view it as something that's perfectly fine. Thus similarly I was only trying to point out something that I (On my personal part) felt seemed unfitting. If you going be like that than I don't see how you enjoy any story, because literally 99% of everything nowdays has been done before. Besides my point is that is what Oni's are like and it entirely intentional. Calling is pretty cliched is pretty pointless when it doing what you would expect from one based on the myths. It's like complaining about how Werewolf always transform into wolves or how Vampires suck blood, that's point. It's part of their nature. They aren't gonna much differently. Well I'm sorry about that. My intentions were not to offend anyone who thought it to be okay. Like I said, I was merely stating an opinion. I personally can't exactly watch a show while just turning off my brain and letting go the details. Its what separates the good from the bad. If I started forgetting everything and start praising the show for whatever it gives out then that's just being unfair to the people who actually put out something original and actually put in a lot more work into their titles. As far as the Oni thing goes, they aren't portrayed as something that goes out of control. Fine, it might not think but they go by their own instincts. Rem on the other hand is portrayed as changing into a completely different person who's actions go without reason. It's an unfitting addition to her character. It's not about "Why the Oni always goes berserk", more like why is she presented as one in the first place when the writers don't know how to make use of it properly ?. You're not offending me if you think that is what going. As far going berserk is concerned I think you're being a pedantic here. Oni's are wild creatures who said have short temperament with little in the way of rational, so focusing on Rem's raging is pointless as a typical Oni isn't far from that. Don't see why it's problem that her Oni makes her wild behavior mostly on instinct and one single minded reason (to destroy magic beasts and Witch). it's not she how normally is, that's just side-effect of her powers so you look your making a big deal of nothing to me. It doesn't strike as flaw as much as the fact that you just don't like Berserker type monsters. Simply put, It just seemed off to me. I have nothing against Berserker type monsters. Just that when it comes to situations like this, when the characters are backed against a wall then some writers tend to do this that they introduce a new form to their characters and turn them into so called "Dues ex Machinas". And among the critics community, this is considered as cheap and effortless story writing. Because instead of thinking of a way for their characters to get around a problem in a more creative way, they introduce plot armor so that they can just barge their way through the obstacle. When you watch a lot of shows, you begin to notice these things more. I am relieved since you said you didn't get offended, cos I do hope that is the case. I want this to be considered as a friendly debate. An argument is not what I was aiming for. So you guys done? Rem's Oni powers aren't flawed. It activated itself on instinct as to aid in her survival. She was badly wounded. And Ram told that the Oni power heals by absorbing mana or something. She's young still. So it's natural that she hasn't mastered it yet. And again, it was triggered by her life being endangered. It wasn't by an unstable emotional state. It's similar to what happened to Aang in Avatar - when he was struck by a lightning on his back... Power beyond his capabilities aided in his survival... In her case it was the same. The Oni power as shown in the flashbacks, is something that is passed down by their race. This power must be something honed by generations. Similar to the sword arts of Reinhard's family. It grants power in that world's society. And isn't easily attained. So it's easy to expect it to be hard to control (for someone that young). So yeah it seems like you're etching your biased views on this show. Based off what you've seen in other shows. You said that it appeared clichéd? You probably didn't see deeper into it. In our world we attain power through money that is attained through valued skills used in our society... In theirs it's the same. But as it's a fantasy world, they go beyond reality. They develop skills that enhance physical capabilities and such. And those skills give the owners power. Get it? It makes them rich in many ways. It separates them from the poor and in misfortune. It helps them succeed in life. Guarantees their survival, etc... It places them atop. In the previous epidode, Elsa and Reinhard greetted each other, telling their names and family names. Because that's important. They take pride in what they and their family achieved. Elsa and Reinhard aren't common. They were produced through much effort. It was both theirs and their families'. Reinhard's, Elsa's, Rem's, Ram's, Emilia's, Felt's, Roswaal's, Beatrice's, Rom(!)'s capabilities... aren't cheap. We've not seen those slums meaninglessly. If those powers were easily attained, anyone could be a Reinhard. But that's not what was shown and proven. Most were merchants. Not outstanding Sword Sages bearing a renowned reputation. By the way, SAO is crap. I've dropped it at episode 8 of the first season. (Your avatar reminded me of that show's protagonist.) I thought we had already settled this... ( ._.) Look, I can understand the perspective you're trying to show me along with your outlook on the series and I can completely respect that. Maybe I just presented my views the wrong way idk. It was just my point of view based on my personal experience with Anime. Btw I don't even know why you'd bring something unrelated like SAO into this. I don't even like that show. My avatar is from Guren Lagann, I'm surprised to see someone not recognise it. |
Jun 11, 2016 1:07 PM
#281
Genjutsuhh said: iRels said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Idk the whole Rem going all berserk demon felt a bit cliched honestly.. Though it did bring in some nice action. Not to mention the way Ram sliced those beasts with wind magic was just savage xD That last swing tho.. My only concern was what if he ended up hitting her head/neck by accident ? ._. I mean, that blade is sharp, no ? Oni/Ogres are mythological creatures who are known for their extreme temperament and brutal strength. What's cliche about living to the legends about them? I am well aware of the image these creatures keep in their respective mythologies. But just because they're being accurate to their legends does not change the fact that it did indeed seem cliched. Characters going berserk due to an ability is something that's been done many times. It's a trend that repeats itself whenever the writers feel like they didn't put enough into the characters initially to make them seem competitive enough. Like I said later on, there's nothing essentially bad about it. What actually matters is how it's all presented. In this case however it wasn't done all too well. I completely understand that you view it as something that's perfectly fine. Thus similarly I was only trying to point out something that I (On my personal part) felt seemed unfitting. If you going be like that than I don't see how you enjoy any story, because literally 99% of everything nowdays has been done before. Besides my point is that is what Oni's are like and it entirely intentional. Calling is pretty cliched is pretty pointless when it doing what you would expect from one based on the myths. It's like complaining about how Werewolf always transform into wolves or how Vampires suck blood, that's point. It's part of their nature. They aren't gonna much differently. Well I'm sorry about that. My intentions were not to offend anyone who thought it to be okay. Like I said, I was merely stating an opinion. I personally can't exactly watch a show while just turning off my brain and letting go the details. Its what separates the good from the bad. If I started forgetting everything and start praising the show for whatever it gives out then that's just being unfair to the people who actually put out something original and actually put in a lot more work into their titles. As far as the Oni thing goes, they aren't portrayed as something that goes out of control. Fine, it might not think but they go by their own instincts. Rem on the other hand is portrayed as changing into a completely different person who's actions go without reason. It's an unfitting addition to her character. It's not about "Why the Oni always goes berserk", more like why is she presented as one in the first place when the writers don't know how to make use of it properly ?. You're not offending me if you think that is what going. As far going berserk is concerned I think you're being a pedantic here. Oni's are wild creatures who said have short temperament with little in the way of rational, so focusing on Rem's raging is pointless as a typical Oni isn't far from that. Don't see why it's problem that her Oni makes her wild behavior mostly on instinct and one single minded reason (to destroy magic beasts and Witch). it's not she how normally is, that's just side-effect of her powers so you look your making a big deal of nothing to me. It doesn't strike as flaw as much as the fact that you just don't like Berserker type monsters. Simply put, It just seemed off to me. I have nothing against Berserker type monsters. Just that when it comes to situations like this, when the characters are backed against a wall then some writers tend to do this that they introduce a new form to their characters and turn them into so called "Dues ex Machinas". And among the critics community, this is considered as cheap and effortless story writing. Because instead of thinking of a way for their characters to get around a problem in a more creative way, they introduce plot armor so that they can just barge their way through the obstacle. When you watch a lot of shows, you begin to notice these things more. I am relieved since you said you didn't get offended, cos I do hope that is the case. I want this to be considered as a friendly debate. An argument is not what I was aiming for. So you guys done? Rem's Oni powers aren't flawed. It activated itself on instinct as to aid in her survival. She was badly wounded. And Ram told that the Oni power heals by absorbing mana or something. She's young still. So it's natural that she hasn't mastered it yet. And again, it was triggered by her life being endangered. It wasn't by an unstable emotional state. It's similar to what happened to Aang in Avatar - when he was struck by a lightning on his back... Power beyond his capabilities aided in his survival... In her case it was the same. The Oni power as shown in the flashbacks, is something that is passed down by their race. This power must be something honed by generations. Similar to the sword arts of Reinhard's family. It grants power in that world's society. And isn't easily attained. So it's easy to expect it to be hard to control (for someone that young). So yeah it seems like you're etching your biased views on this show. Based off what you've seen in other shows. You said that it appeared clichéd? You probably didn't see deeper into it. In our world we attain power through money that is attained through valued skills used in our society... In theirs it's the same. But as it's a fantasy world, they go beyond reality. They develop skills that enhance physical capabilities and such. And those skills give the owners power. Get it? It makes them rich in many ways. It separates them from the poor and in misfortune. It helps them succeed in life. Guarantees their survival, etc... It places them atop. In the previous epidode, Elsa and Reinhard greetted each other, telling their names and family names. Because that's important. They take pride in what they and their family achieved. Elsa and Reinhard aren't common. They were produced through much effort. It was both theirs and their families'. Reinhard's, Elsa's, Rem's, Ram's, Emilia's, Felt's, Roswaal's, Beatrice's, Rom(!)'s capabilities... aren't cheap. We've not seen those slums meaninglessly. If those powers were easily attained, anyone could be a Reinhard. But that's not what was shown and proven. Most were merchants. Not outstanding Sword Sages bearing a renowned reputation. By the way, SAO is crap. I've dropped it at episode 8 of the first season. (Your avatar reminded me of that show's protagonist.) I thought we had already settled this... ( ._.) Look, I can understand the perspective you're trying to show me along with your outlook on the series and I can completely respect that. Maybe I just presented my views the wrong way idk. It was just my point of view based on my personal experience with Anime. Btw I don't even know why you'd bring something unrelated like SAO into this. I don't even like that show. My avatar is from Guren Lagann, I'm surprised to see someone not recognise it. Yeah more or less. But it just didn't seem like it still. While Jagd was talking about folklore and such, you were about clichés (still). So it seemed opportune to express my view. ... If you hadn't blackened the avatar. XD It also didn't help that it was shown from behind. And that kirito wears black from what I remember. But Simon wears blue... along with other colors. Anyway. |
Jun 11, 2016 1:28 PM
#282
iRels said: Genjutsuhh said: iRels said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Jagd84 said: Genjutsuhh said: Idk the whole Rem going all berserk demon felt a bit cliched honestly.. Though it did bring in some nice action. Not to mention the way Ram sliced those beasts with wind magic was just savage xD That last swing tho.. My only concern was what if he ended up hitting her head/neck by accident ? ._. I mean, that blade is sharp, no ? Oni/Ogres are mythological creatures who are known for their extreme temperament and brutal strength. What's cliche about living to the legends about them? I am well aware of the image these creatures keep in their respective mythologies. But just because they're being accurate to their legends does not change the fact that it did indeed seem cliched. Characters going berserk due to an ability is something that's been done many times. It's a trend that repeats itself whenever the writers feel like they didn't put enough into the characters initially to make them seem competitive enough. Like I said later on, there's nothing essentially bad about it. What actually matters is how it's all presented. In this case however it wasn't done all too well. I completely understand that you view it as something that's perfectly fine. Thus similarly I was only trying to point out something that I (On my personal part) felt seemed unfitting. If you going be like that than I don't see how you enjoy any story, because literally 99% of everything nowdays has been done before. Besides my point is that is what Oni's are like and it entirely intentional. Calling is pretty cliched is pretty pointless when it doing what you would expect from one based on the myths. It's like complaining about how Werewolf always transform into wolves or how Vampires suck blood, that's point. It's part of their nature. They aren't gonna much differently. Well I'm sorry about that. My intentions were not to offend anyone who thought it to be okay. Like I said, I was merely stating an opinion. I personally can't exactly watch a show while just turning off my brain and letting go the details. Its what separates the good from the bad. If I started forgetting everything and start praising the show for whatever it gives out then that's just being unfair to the people who actually put out something original and actually put in a lot more work into their titles. As far as the Oni thing goes, they aren't portrayed as something that goes out of control. Fine, it might not think but they go by their own instincts. Rem on the other hand is portrayed as changing into a completely different person who's actions go without reason. It's an unfitting addition to her character. It's not about "Why the Oni always goes berserk", more like why is she presented as one in the first place when the writers don't know how to make use of it properly ?. You're not offending me if you think that is what going. As far going berserk is concerned I think you're being a pedantic here. Oni's are wild creatures who said have short temperament with little in the way of rational, so focusing on Rem's raging is pointless as a typical Oni isn't far from that. Don't see why it's problem that her Oni makes her wild behavior mostly on instinct and one single minded reason (to destroy magic beasts and Witch). it's not she how normally is, that's just side-effect of her powers so you look your making a big deal of nothing to me. It doesn't strike as flaw as much as the fact that you just don't like Berserker type monsters. Simply put, It just seemed off to me. I have nothing against Berserker type monsters. Just that when it comes to situations like this, when the characters are backed against a wall then some writers tend to do this that they introduce a new form to their characters and turn them into so called "Dues ex Machinas". And among the critics community, this is considered as cheap and effortless story writing. Because instead of thinking of a way for their characters to get around a problem in a more creative way, they introduce plot armor so that they can just barge their way through the obstacle. When you watch a lot of shows, you begin to notice these things more. I am relieved since you said you didn't get offended, cos I do hope that is the case. I want this to be considered as a friendly debate. An argument is not what I was aiming for. So you guys done? Rem's Oni powers aren't flawed. It activated itself on instinct as to aid in her survival. She was badly wounded. And Ram told that the Oni power heals by absorbing mana or something. She's young still. So it's natural that she hasn't mastered it yet. And again, it was triggered by her life being endangered. It wasn't by an unstable emotional state. It's similar to what happened to Aang in Avatar - when he was struck by a lightning on his back... Power beyond his capabilities aided in his survival... In her case it was the same. The Oni power as shown in the flashbacks, is something that is passed down by their race. This power must be something honed by generations. Similar to the sword arts of Reinhard's family. It grants power in that world's society. And isn't easily attained. So it's easy to expect it to be hard to control (for someone that young). So yeah it seems like you're etching your biased views on this show. Based off what you've seen in other shows. You said that it appeared clichéd? You probably didn't see deeper into it. In our world we attain power through money that is attained through valued skills used in our society... In theirs it's the same. But as it's a fantasy world, they go beyond reality. They develop skills that enhance physical capabilities and such. And those skills give the owners power. Get it? It makes them rich in many ways. It separates them from the poor and in misfortune. It helps them succeed in life. Guarantees their survival, etc... It places them atop. In the previous epidode, Elsa and Reinhard greetted each other, telling their names and family names. Because that's important. They take pride in what they and their family achieved. Elsa and Reinhard aren't common. They were produced through much effort. It was both theirs and their families'. Reinhard's, Elsa's, Rem's, Ram's, Emilia's, Felt's, Roswaal's, Beatrice's, Rom(!)'s capabilities... aren't cheap. We've not seen those slums meaninglessly. If those powers were easily attained, anyone could be a Reinhard. But that's not what was shown and proven. Most were merchants. Not outstanding Sword Sages bearing a renowned reputation. By the way, SAO is crap. I've dropped it at episode 8 of the first season. (Your avatar reminded me of that show's protagonist.) I thought we had already settled this... ( ._.) Look, I can understand the perspective you're trying to show me along with your outlook on the series and I can completely respect that. Maybe I just presented my views the wrong way idk. It was just my point of view based on my personal experience with Anime. Btw I don't even know why you'd bring something unrelated like SAO into this. I don't even like that show. My avatar is from Guren Lagann, I'm surprised to see someone not recognise it. Yeah more or less. But it just didn't seem like it still. While Jagd was talking about folklore and such, you were about clichés (still). So it seemed opportune to express my view. ... If you hadn't blackened the avatar. XD It also didn't help that it was shown from behind. And that kirito wears black from what I remember. But Simon wears blue... along with other colors. Anyway. I was just trying to put emphasis on what I truly felt about the whole thing at the time. But like I mentioned I suppose my way of going about it got a bit misleading. I personally just took only that moment into consideration and judging that I've seen moments very similar to such, based my reasoning on that and expressed it as such, all the while being sure that my views would change as I further get into the series and more is revealed (admittedly bad on my part). Though I'm glad you presented me with a proper explanation to your view. Was an interesting read for me (quite honestly). Ahhh.. I see. I thought the flaming coat was a dead giveaway, along with the lil buta jumping by his side. Can't blame ya though. |
Jun 11, 2016 4:46 PM
#283
Jun 11, 2016 8:19 PM
#284
And now I'm wondering how much budget they spent on doing this episode alone! Totally excellent episode! 6/5!!! |
Jun 11, 2016 9:58 PM
#285
Chickened said: Lmao. How are two lolis that you meet in the middle of the show out-developing your god-damn heroine!? They aren't lolis... Because they are focus of this arc and it will be pretty much were all their development is going to be had. While Emilia and Subaru get their developments gradually throughout the story. So literally does not matter who get's what first, it's not a race. |
Iron_MawJun 11, 2016 11:23 PM
Jun 11, 2016 10:14 PM
#286
I'm in love with this show.. I love everything about it. Every week is a struggle waiting for the next episode xD. |
Jun 12, 2016 3:30 AM
#287
jimbobyoo said: I'm in love with this show.. I love everything about it. Every week is a struggle waiting for the next episode xD. You only have to wait about 15-16 hours to watch the new episode. Be grateful :/ |
Jun 15, 2016 4:53 AM
#288
Uhm, but subaru you could LITERALLY turn back in time so theoretically saying, there is another chance lol |
Jun 15, 2016 1:32 PM
#289
Animation this episode was great :D I wonder what their plan is after they knock Rem back to her senses. Wouldn't she become super exhausted? I guess we'll find out. |
Jun 15, 2016 3:07 PM
#290
Another great episode. |
Jun 18, 2016 6:57 PM
#291
Jun 23, 2016 3:43 AM
#292
Damn this is just the kind of anime that never gets me bored lol. The interaction between Ram and Subaru are so hilarious. xD |
Jun 29, 2016 3:07 AM
#293
Jul 9, 2016 9:53 AM
#294
Fuck this anime n its cliffhangers!! but we sure got some Rem action, really interesting episode, and how Subaru manage to still be alive xD Let see how really good subaru can swing a sword, also Lets kill the puppy!! btw.. kinda curious about reinhard n felt ??! what about them what happened tho them? will we find out soon? i better hope so! |
cause MAL is doing there job for once. |
Jul 11, 2016 9:18 AM
#295
Rem is so cool! I loved to see some emotions on her face. Those dogs are creepy! |
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Jul 11, 2016 9:48 AM
#296
Great episode. It's too bad Ram lost her horn. But if Rem will lose hers, then is she still able to use such power? |
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Aug 12, 2016 8:20 AM
#298
"Homens precisam ter coragem, mulheres precisam ser belas." |
Aug 13, 2016 2:46 AM
#299
I just love their cute expressions. <3 Damn that little puppy is kinda out of place in the middle of all the carnage. And hahaha laughed so hard at the flying maido. Rem's massacre is so freaking awesome.... REMMMMM. |
Sep 10, 2016 7:49 AM
#300
Puck being cute as usual, especially when making those sounds ... ^^ Ram's smile too good <3 I was totally expecting her to have a horn too but she lost it o.O Makes sense why she didn't like that story much back then. Ram's got some pretty cool abilities too but not enough stamina seems like. Rem's still a friggin' beast wow. Subaru throwing Ram and Ram flying oh god xD Both twins are just awesome and I'll prolly love them even more after the next episode. |
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