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Apr 26, 2015 2:09 AM
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I usually don't compare fansubs and usually will d/l any by HorribleSubs, but as I was waiting for the new Sidonia series, I downloaded the Mexibros sub from Tokyo Toshokan for episode 1 because it was the first I could find. When Underwater's version became available on Haruhichan I noticed it had a larger file size (though both 720p) and downloaded that thinking the quality should be better. What I noticed was that when Tanikaze was asked to address the pilot trainees at the very beginning, he said "Gambatte" which was translated by Mexibros as "Do your best" and by Underwater as "Good luck". Both might be technically correct but I think Mexibros captured the character of Tanikaze while Underwater did not. Mexibros did not return for episodes 2 or 3 (yet, anyway), and TT is now offering the DeadFish subs which used the Underwater translation. Good fansubbing is apparently more than accurate translation and good grammar but involves being able to "read the air" as well.
Apr 27, 2015 12:29 AM

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seriously, its just the 1st episode and it is seriously pissing me off whats the deal with this whole Parasite invasion thing through this scientist... (-_-)
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May 3, 2015 1:28 AM

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I find it funny that Kuntnato's body now houses two personalities, both of which need a swift kick in the dick. Although at least this new guy is being useful instead of whining at home with his cute maid. In related news: RIP maido, your loyalty was admirable and I even felt that Kunato had feelings for you too. Sleep well in sweet meido heaven.

MC's Kickassbot is now Mk2. Hopefully it gets an energy katana, every thing is better with katanas.

Oh look, more slightly grotesque aliens with cute voices in the general shape of a female body that will leave me feeling bad for getting a boner over.
May 3, 2015 3:32 AM
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Almost forgot this due delayed subs. Wow what a fast first episode, dead & parasyte controlled folks right away. Thought I saw a mini-saber or claymore knight for moment.
What cheery anthem OP, techno+angela mixed well though doesn't beat OP1. ED very nice.
Lala's cooking.
That girl's back & transformed.
May 4, 2015 1:55 PM

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To be fair the development of suddenly having Ochiai appear like this rub me the wrong way.
I mean, little parasites? And how exactly did Ochiai managed to make little Gauna parasides that had his brain? It seems a little crazy even for the crazy world of Sidonia.

Also what was that little person that slashed things? After checking the panels carefully it seemed female with a sword and one normal leg while the other leg might have been like a blade or something.


So in the end we get Ochiai/Kunato piloting a conscious Gauna mech? So why did he help them. I wonder what his goal is.
May 5, 2015 12:31 AM

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OH IM SO EXCITED TO HAVE THE SHOW BACK!
I know I'm a bit late to the party, but school is a bitch.


mmmmmm those sound effects! So crisp. I MISSED IT.
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May 17, 2015 8:20 AM

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Episode a little messed up, perhaps because of too much time passed between the first and last season, but there was a pretty fast pace, many new products in a short time, it is hard not to be amazed. Narration similar to that of the first season, talking about atmosphere; I have nothing to complain about, so also for animations and designs.
However they failed to make people understand well the various time shifts during the story, here is the problem of the narrative. Do not wait to savor the next episode.
Jul 5, 2015 6:57 AM

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Great first episode! Lots of story development, which is what I like to see. Animation (well, CG) is still great, characters are the same ones I knew and liked. Kunato and the other two people whoa re now infected should be a pretty interesting plot point this season. And that Gauna on their side? Awesome cliffhanger at the end there
Jul 12, 2015 12:14 AM

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Bruhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
Ochiai is like Orochimaru

Jul 19, 2015 11:28 PM

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This was the best first episode I've seen in ages. 10/10.
Jul 24, 2015 8:14 AM

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Good to feel this anime's atmosphere again, it's a good catchup from where it ended in the last season so I really wonder what they'll show us this season!
Sep 18, 2015 9:26 AM

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Mikaze said:
If I recall the first season ended not with a bang, but a whimper.
However I'm hopeful of the second season and that was such a beautiful OP!


Pretentious much?



Good episode. I did not however like the evil laughs of Neo-Sephiroth.
Plus the Op Ed are awful.

4/5
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Sep 30, 2015 5:16 AM

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I might've waited a bit too long to watch this season, memory is a bit fuzzy:

Still great start but kinda underwhelmed by the OP/ED after the maginifcent songs last season.
May 3, 2016 1:45 AM

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Watched the first season two years go. So honestly, I have little no no idea what's going on. But I'm slowly getting it and I know this episode is great to start off the second season.

Looks like that doctor or scientist or whatever did something useful in his experiments. hmm.
May 13, 2016 6:59 AM

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Great start to a new season, love how casually the Gauna Gardes introduced herself ^^
And the Gauna (Shiraui) called Ochiai (Kunato) "father", so I'm guessing he did it again, the same thing that almost f'd up Sidonia years ago - Making a hybrid of some sorts.
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May 24, 2016 11:46 PM

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OP and ED are good, but not better than the 1st season.

So I had to rewatch the final 10 minutes of the 1st season to jog my memory on how it ended then the 1st scene in season 2 makes me say "Well, that escalated quickly."

Still pissed about Hoshijiro.
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Aug 4, 2016 3:49 AM

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Chibi Ochiai. ^___^
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Nov 4, 2018 8:52 AM
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RIP best girl clone, but also Kunato, that was fucked.
S2 starts with a really bad outcome, I hate that Ochiai bastard already...

Had to immediatly start ep2 due to that cliffhanger though.

OP promises.
Jul 21, 2019 6:16 AM
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Nice start! Wonder if it's possible to free Kunato and others by punching them in the eye since that's where the parasite is?
Nov 2, 2021 2:22 PM

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This opening is even more AoT xD

And now there's a Gauna-human hybrid. Exciting stuff.

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Sep 12, 2022 12:18 PM

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i don't think i like the direction this is going in
Oct 9, 2022 5:50 PM
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The adventure of Nagate and his merry band of knights continue as a new player in the human-Gauna war is introduced.
Nov 1, 2023 2:24 AM

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Brainwashing parasites now. Appropriate that Kunato was chosen as a fitting host Ochiai's acts of destruction. It's starting off very strong, honestly. Looking forward to more.


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