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| I like that they want to keep continuity with LN and the older anime, but I'm still confused because of the weird uncanny valley effect. It seems that the animation is more or less good and cute, but at the same time there is something a little unnatural in their movements and reactions. Although at the same time the movements of the characters feel quite realistic. |
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| I really hope this series goes beyond the original, as a fan of the LN there's much to look forward to. I really hope the Dub Cast is brought back as it was one of the better English dubs at the time but at least the Japanese VAs returned |
| well they have removed chole from the og anime i guess chole was an anime original character and because they are adapting the manga this makes sense well i liked they showed us a white fox girl which i am excited to learn more about |
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| haven't watched the OG, hopefully this would be an good adaption and kudos for having 2-cour airing |
| we're so back🔥🔥 |
| Here we are, back once again with Spice and Wolf though i only watched the OG back in 2021-2022 and i really enjoyed the show along with the cast of characters and i have forgotten quite a bit about what happens and the plot of the show. Its very nice to see Lawrence again I really like him and his personality along with his design, also seeing Holo once again is nice and her introduction was just as good as the original along with her beautiful design. The animation is also very solid and I cant wait to see more of what's to come and how they adapt it all once again. The start of the episode with Holo talking to her daughter I'm assuming is something I don't remember in the original anime though I could have forgotten or maybe I'm just miss remembering but it was a nice introduction. Seeing the village people once again and the tale of how Holo brings them bountiful harvest was nice. I don't know why but I really liked it for some reason. Holo wanting to go north is something I'm very excited to see in this anime and I cant wait to watch the journey of them both. I cant wait for the next episode, this anime is already off to an amazing start. |
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| This first scene wasn't in the original. Does that mean that we'll see her make an actual appearance eventually, which would mean full adaptation?  |
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| What a wholesome start. It was everything I wished for. Can't wait to watch more. Holo is so cute. Lawrence seems like a nice guy. Passione is doing a great job so far. Great first episode. And, Kevin Penkin, you're just a special guy. MY GOAT. |
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| It has been a long time since I originally watched the previous Spice & Wolf anime, so, in a way, I'm glad that this new anime is a reboot, so I can once again enjoy what this series to offer. =) Upon first episode's impressions, I think this has gotten off to a pretty good start. Passione might not be the most talented studio out there, but I think they did a solid job with the production values here, aside from some nitpicking here and there. Kevin Penkin's soundtrack is another easy thumbs up and I enjoyed the melancholic OP song from Hana Hope and the upbeat ED from ClariS. The 25 episode run means that we'll be enjoying the company of Holo and Lawrence for a long time this year. If Passione can keep up this quality for at least the majority of the whole run, then I think this reboot will do well. |
| Incredibly moved by this premiere. Passione got their A team working on this and it shows. After 6 months of Frieren, it’s great to get another long running grand adventure show. Never seen the original, but I know it’s beloved and I can already see why. The relationship between Holo and Lawrence already seems fun as hell. Kevin Penkin on the OST, Claris ED too? Whew😮💨 2000s vibes are strong in this first episode, which is nice. Seems like they were able to bring the magic of that era to a modern audience thanks in large part to having the same director. Let’s see how it goes. |
Marinate1016Apr 1, 2:30 PM
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Reply to BannedTman
It was a good first episode but I noticed many differences from the original, such as removing all of the chatacter"Chloe"'s scenes, I don't know if I prefer this over the original, but on it's own it's still a fine start.
| @BannedTman Chloe is original anime-only and this adaptation is definitely more focused on being loyal to the light novels than compared to the anime. |
| Loved every minute of this episode. |
| Calling all Holo-followers to gather up and spread the cult of holo, let's make this the most viewed anime of the season! |
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| Off to a good start, the first scene seems to indicate an intention to adapt the whole of the novels, which is nice. Was that Sugita Tomokazu as Yarei? |
| We’re so back, this was a fantastic return to the series. It’s been a while since I watched the original so in a way, this can be like a refreshing return to the show that I really like. The slow moving melancholic opening, the cheery upbeat ED, and the production value/quality of Passione. They can do this (ง •̀_•́)ง Note: Kevin Penkin being the composer, we basically won in the music aspect |
BitChillyApr 1, 3:00 PM
 "You fought to the end. You survived. That's why you're here now. I think that's something you should be more proud of." - Vladilena Milizé |
| Its looking pretty good so far. As an fan of the OG i have very high expectations of this remake and so far im liking what I'm seeing the OG VA's definitely know there rolls so no worry about that one thing I'm definitely going to miss thou is the OG OP both the song and the animation itself is just one of my all time favorite OP of any anime it just hits perfectly that the remake has a good OP but not as hard hitting in the feels unfortunately. And if that's the only problem we get were eating good with the remake for sure ^_^ |
| Hi !!! |
| I like this first episode.Holo´s face in this anime looks like her LN art even tho I absolutely love of the 2009 Holo art style aswell.The OP of the 2009 was better than the new one,but the ending visuals and song are better in this one. I liked everything in this first ep except for the meeting scene.Not fan of the cracking body after the howling. Goddamn,the meeting scene in the 2009 show was so well done.Holo´s smug side eye when Lawrence was talking to her or that shot where when she picks up the meat,the camera focuses on her ass with her tail waving.That shot always stuck with me. |
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| Okay, I do hope they can give a better adaptation with this reboot of theirs. Anyway, the character design looks too childish than the ones we got from the previous two seasons that were more mature. I guess it's okay. But passione is adapting it? I hope they won't mess this up. I will keep watch. |
| It's not that I dislike this genre but... to add unnecessary fan services to/in/for heroines and ultimately destroys her character and personality; their purity tarnished because of it, is the only thing I hope to not happen to them. For that sole purity is my fan service. |
Reply to Borked
Ashhk said:
I don't see what is improved compared to the previous version
I don't see what is improved compared to the previous version
The first scene? If you didn't watch orginal or read LN, you might not know.
| @Borked I watched the original back then but I see what you mean with the first scene but it's just a hint for much later I believe except if they do a mix of present and future but I would be surprised |
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| Man this makes me really miss the old opening. It was so damn good. |
| Lots of folks are happy to have this series back, but here I am just experiencing it for the first time lol. No I have unfortunately not seen the original show, it’s one I’ve known about for a very long time but just never got around to it, but I decided to give this remake a try since I know my buddy is watching this so it would be something to discuss every week, and I gotta say I am glad I picked it up for my spring list because I really liked this first episode. It seems like Passione is giving this one the treatment it deserves because the art and animation are very nice so far, the OP and ED are both very good as well with some great visuals, and of course it’s nice hearing ClariS again. And as for the episode itself, it is pretty intriguing so far with that Yarei guy talking about the village’s god not being real, and of course under any other circumstances I’d think he was right but not when we have the god Holo herself in her nude glory lol, and since she wants to leave the village after being there for so long she’s now journeying with our main lad Lawrence, it was a good start so I’m definitely looking forward to the journey ahead if this series is beloved for a reason. It’s also cool to hear they have the same cast as 16 years ago, I’m sure folks who love the original are very happy with that and I think it’s awesome myself. Perhaps one day I will hit the originals but for now I plan to enjoy this remake, hopefully Mondays won’t be so Monday with this show in the evenings lol. |
| I went in blind, as I didn't watch the original and managed to avoid spoilers, only knowing that fans wanted a third season more than a remake. So I thought Kraft already knew Holo and was hiding her in the fur pelts XD |
| I never watched the original version, so I decided to watch the remake. At first glance, for someone who knows nothing about the story, it seems like it will be something sad, especially with the opening scene of the tale, which I imagine is Holo narrating it. The OP and the ED are pleasant to listen to, but the soundtrack is on another level, it enamored me and convinced me to watch this anime. P.S.: Would you recommend watching the original version first, or should I wait until I finish the remake? |
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| Extremely happy with how EP1 turned out. I like how they did the beginning, with how Holo is telling the story to Myuri. Opening and ending are good too, cant top the originals tho. Seeing Myuri really makes me wish and hope for a full adaption. Can i just go ahead and assume that this will be the case? The next 6 months will be good ones! |
So far though, loving the first ep, preferred this art style over the OG since it is closer to LN which I also liked more than the anime back in the day, especially Holo. The background ost leaves a bit to be desires for me anyway, Frieren background ost reminded me more of the OG than this does, but maybe this will grow on me. And since this is two cour looks like at least from the op we will be getting 2 LN volumes per season, same with the OG! All in all, I loved this but I am still a little nervous how the rest of the series will play out and will continue to approach with cautious optimism. 4.5/5 When Yarei was captured, was that Chloe making a cameo? If so that is adorable! |
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