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GileonFletcher said: Fai said: That was the girl from after credits sequence. Exact same hairstyle and clothes. ... I was just testing you. Nah, I missed that entirely, but the necklace definitely confirms it. Eruruu looks to be the only primary character missing from the OP unless I missed her, too. Just to save you from expectations, Eruruu will not have a proper appearance in Uta 2. She might appear in Uta 3, where the setting starts to go back to Tuskuru. |
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Hana_Kitsune said: tdwk said: Has anyone played the game and finished it? One of them is me, what's the matter? Did big black fire monster in OP is Kuon? Did she also fight in defending Yamato and transform to monster mode? |
CrazyFrogzJan 3, 2016 12:41 AM
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| Going to miss my relaxing slice of life anime. Hopefully the second half is interesting enough story wise. |
CrazyFrogz said: Hana_Kitsune said: One of them is me, what's the matter? Did big black fire monster in OP is Kuon? Did she also fight in defending Yamato and transform to monster mode? Please go to this thread for spoilers. It's filled with people who has played the game and will gladly answer anything related to the game. http://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=1456817 |
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| Noooooooooooo, my bath scenes Nice build up so far, Dekoponpo annoying as usual. Can't wait to see Atui and Rurutie in battle. Vurai is brutal damn. Great new opening and ending. Looking forward to the next episode! |
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| Glad to see that this series finally started to pick up it's pace. Im totally ready for this :) |
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La_Matona301 said: I wonder what took it so long to make this interesting? Properly done build up that established characters and their relationships and built up a world for Haku(and us) to care, as well as an identity and life for Haku to want to hold on to. |
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| It's finally starting to get better. While the first half felt only like it was made to introduce all the girls/harem from the VN the 2nd half seems to be more action, politics and war. Hopefully this continues through the next episodes. They probably timed it so the real plot would start with 2nd half and the new opening. I still think it woul have been a better idea to have started with this earlier (and introduction of all the girls a few less episodes and bit shorter). What I like: Haku (he kept me from not dropping in the first half). And now that tea drinking and talking with the emperor and talking about politics ... I like such things. Also the bandits seem to have a reason to fight. Not just evil because evil. (And of course a new girl ... daughter of that bandit leader of 1000.) Dekopono-sama ha ha the emperor was right. It sure is more fun with him. Probably some funny scenes when he'll get pwnd by the bandits. Also the funny mage guy will get screen time again. |
Luthandorius said: They probably timed it so the real plot would start with 2nd half and the new opening. I still think it woul have been a better idea to have started with this earlier (and introduction of all the girls a few less episodes and bit shorter).. Not really, that's pretty much how the VN went. Haku doing things for Ukon, while the female characters gets introduced one by one. My one complaint that was actually changed into the adaptation is the non-inclusion of Haku's past, which should happen in between the first half, but they'll probably use this in the 2nd half. Do keep in mind that Uta 2 is planned as a cliffhanger to Uta 3, that's why the story is structured to be like that. |
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Tokoya said: This is the Utawarerumono that got me hooked in the franchise :D I was just thinking that. Finally. I have high expectations. |
| I love how every single one of the general kept ignoring the stupid big guy ^^" I'm glad it seems like we might finally get some action.. |
ma2ha3 said: Very bad story telling when they shoehorn that two little teenage princess into the battle next to Haku. How is that bad? Both Generals cannot vacate their post in their territories and despite what you have seen, both Rurutie and Atui are capable of fighting for themselves. |
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kaimax said: ma2ha3 said: Very bad story telling when they shoehorn that two little teenage princess into the battle next to Haku. How is that bad? Both Generals cannot vacate their post in their territories and despite what you have seen, both Rurutie and Atui are capable of fighting for themselves. Not to mention we already seen Atui display a superhuman level of strength, when she accidentally sunk entire boat. And even without that someone has to represent the said generals. |
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| Let's face it the first half the show is not going to appeal the majority of watchers. It was very slow, it had countless, pointless SoL scenes that added nothing. It had just unnecessary amounts of fanservice like a bath scene nearly every episode, entire episode dedicated to yaoi shippings, sex slaves and a lot of the fanservice isn't even going to appeal to the average fan since it's aimed at fujoshis and lolicons. The character introductions took too long and there were many cringy attempts at humor that fell flat on it's face. I think we can all just be happy that they're actually moving forward with the main plot of the show instead of wasting time with build up and introductions, which could have been handled much more quickly and smoothly. |
LoneWolfJan 3, 2016 1:16 PM
 "The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe. If you try it, you will be lonely often, and sometimes frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself." -Friedrich Nietzsche |
| New Op and ED OMG The war beginnig I hope that fat guy dies GRRRRR |
imrocker said: Barion-Zara said: Akuruturuka? Wth is that? Akuruturuka is Munechika http://utawarerumono.wikia.com/wiki/Munechika Yes and no. Akuruka = A special kind of Mask Akuruturuka = People wearing Akuruka. So in other words, Akuruturka is a title for Oshutoru, Mikazuchi, Vurai and Munechika. |
| New OP and ED are great. Things are starting to pick up! Hopefully the second half of the series ends up complement the the first half's buildup and development. 4/5 |
GoldenDevilGamerJan 4, 2016 5:04 AM
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LoneWolf said: Let's face it the first half the show is not going to appeal the majority of watchers. It was very slow, it had countless, pointless SoL scenes that added nothing. It had just unnecessary amounts of fanservice like a bath scene nearly every episode, entire episode dedicated to yaoi shippings, sex slaves and a lot of the fanservice isn't even going to appeal to the average fan since it's aimed at fujoshis and lolicons. The character introductions took too long and there were many cringy attempts at humor that fell flat on it's face. I think we can all just be happy that they're actually moving forward with the main plot of the show instead of wasting time with build up and introductions, which could have been handled much more quickly and smoothly. While I agree that the build up and introductions could have been handled better, what's being done in the first half is hardly pointless. For one thing, the scene where Rurutie reading letter strike a great contrast to any other previous scenes in the same room, which can only be done by giving sufficient amount of time in the SoL part to bring the effect. And if you consider the positions of the main cast right now and how they get to this point, there is very little that could have been skipped. Also, it's not quite right to say that they spend too much time on baths. The bath scenes on and before ep6 are spent for some good character interactions, and it's actually a lead to get Kuon meeting Karura and Touka. After ep6, there was just a brief one in ep9 and another at ep10. It's just that anime don't have that much time to present the rich experience of life in the capital, and it seems missions in actions are being cut away to bring up the point in ep11 where Haku got to face the fight with Oshutoru, which has much meaning in the structure of the anime adaption. I do wish they spend more time on world building in the capital rather than some hit or miss jokes though. |
| Hurray, I finally regained hope in this anime as while so far Haku as protagonist really did not disappoint and kept me watching the series, there really was about 4 too many episodes about "pretty much nothing". The first episodes were great, but then the most of capital episodes were nothing, now however it's time. Hopefully those times wont return and the second half of the season will be more war centric. As for this episode, it brings hope. Especially with the new opening that shows those guys!  BENAWI, even though he never got enough screen time in first season and in this one he will probably appear during one or two episodes max, also without much role, he still will remain one of my favorite characters in the series. At the same time though, the new opening is a grief as I did not see Hakurou there! Just for one scene, for one second, show me Hakurou saying even a single word and it will be +1 in score :) |
ma2ha3 said: kaimax said: How is that bad? Both Generals cannot vacate their post in their territories and despite what you have seen, both Rurutie and Atui are capable of fighting for themselves. they are still baby, especially rurutie who faint when she think about sex. Not herself but other. War is most brutal thing for ancient, not the geneva convention shit we have today. Wow, you're trying to preach to someone who has already played the game.. While breaking forum rules by triple posting... just wow. |
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| Somehow it feels kind of meh, it gives me this don't-care vibe for some reason. Hope it gets good enough so I can take it seriously. |
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kaimax said: Just to save you from expectations, Eruruu will not have a proper appearance in Uta 2. She might appear in Uta 3, where the setting starts to go back to Tuskuru. Good info. Thanks for that. Here's to them adapting the third game... hopefully :3 |
ma2ha3 said: kaimax said: How is that bad? Both Generals cannot vacate their post in their territories and despite what you have seen, both Rurutie and Atui are capable of fighting for themselves. they are still baby, especially rurutie who faint when she think about sex. Not herself but other. War is most brutal thing for ancient, not the geneva convention shit we have today. > still baby > can literally sink a ship with a swing. Suuure. Alf_Yuen said: It's just that anime don't have that much time to present the rich experience of life in the capital, Id actually say that's what bath scenes serve as. We have seen characters sit in hot springs or eat delicious food thousands of times and it already contrasts strongly with the opening where bunch of starving people are fighting over an earthworm. And the contrast will only get starker as they surely won't have the privilege of such things if things get really serious. |
AhenshihaelJan 4, 2016 1:58 PM
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| Rurutie and Atui are going to battlefield for obligation and education. They just need to help the Yamato army to show supportive effort of their father. No one expect them to take command, and the army of their home region isn't here for their command. They're childish, then harden them with experience. That's education. Fai said: Alf_Yuen said: It's just that anime don't have that much time to present the rich experience of life in the capital, Id actually say that's what bath scenes serve as. We have seen characters sit in hot springs or eat delicious food thousands of times and it already contrasts strongly with the opening where bunch of starving people are fighting over an earthworm. And the contrast will only get starker as they surely won't have the privilege of such things if things get really serious. By rich life I mean the rich experience, including not only the good stuffs in life, but every aspect of it. There is just too much to present that those baths and foods are just tip of iceberg. Travel a bit to get ingredience for good food, dealing with shit(literally), patrolling at night, sharing ups and downs - there's no way the anime can present enough of it unless they make another series dedicated to this part like FMP Fumoffu. So it's the question of how do they make that life endearing while having to rush through the checkpoints. |
Alf_Yuen said: By rich life I mean the rich experience, including not only the good stuffs in life, but every aspect of it. There is just too much to present that those baths and foods are just tip of iceberg. Travel a bit to get ingredience for good food, dealing with shit(literally), patrolling at night, sharing ups and downs - there's no way the anime can present enough of it unless they make another series dedicated to this part like FMP Fumoffu. So it's the question of how do they make that life endearing while having to rush through the checkpoints. We have seen delicious food sold basically on the street(alongside it being wasted) and through the "normal person's life" through eyes of Haku, Yamato already was built up as country of rich and privileged. If we go with what we have seen in the first season(Tuskuru's architecture, lifestyle and problems), the contrast between the lifestyle is even bigger between Yamato and the "barbarians". Sure it might be a little simplistic but it works well to contrast with the things those people do NOT have. Ina way I'd even say that showing the difference between what a "newl person" would see in the country works even better than an actual lesson about the town. And that's what the normal life elements are already used for - using the difference between lifestyle to show difference between Yamato's privileged society and the outside, using the room where most of fujo comedy bits happened in a chilling moment where Rurutie and Atui receive their letters(hell, having someone like them who have been mostly carefree, become incredibly serious in that moment), showing someone as innocent as the boy who crushed on Nekone, marching in the army, showing Nekone's trembling hands - none of that would work without what was achieved in the last 12 episodes. It all works to show a contrast of all those people thrust away from their "everyday idyllic bohemian life" and into hell. Sarnik said: But those baths aren't Yamato baths - they're Tuskuru's. Also, a person's experience in another country shouldn't be limited to just bathing and eating. If you're going off that, you might as well just stay in hotel and just order takeout. They are still something they have access to in Yamato. Food and hygiene are two most crucial elements of a "comfortable" lifestyle. Two elements, the quality of which defines the quality of your life and the mental state you are in Thus they work well enough as a contrast. |
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| Wow! The change of direction in the history is visible both in the narrative and in the new opening and ending, I do not expect much, but the beginning so truculent and enemies so fucksters, remind me of a certain anime series, made it interesting this episode . Drawings and animations discrete, it seems that a new character will join the harem of Aku, LOL! |
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| Finally we are getting somewhere in this anime. The first half was really disappointing. Fai Please stop being such a fanboy. You are not convincing anyone here that the first part was well made. I think the only ones who liked the first part were the ones who liked the slice of life and all the comedy stuff. Anyone expecting some sort of proper character and plot development will complain about the anime. It's ok if you think everything was fine, but don't try to impose your opinion on others. You are clearly doing that. |
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| The transition to more serious stuff is bad but at least not as awful as in the first Utawarerumono. |
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gophercg said: Uta recap specials 1-2: just saw them. Quite insightful maps. I can't figure where the Tuskuru maps connect to Yamato, but landmass seems a large horizontal strip so I'm guessing somewhere far East? According to the map they shown in Episode13, there's no Tuskuru country as you quess. And yes, Tuskuru is in an another land far from the mainland called Japan in our present world. Here is the World map about Utawarerumono series including Itsuwari no Kamen's story |
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derenceong said: So is this anime related to another anime with the same name as utawarerumono thta is aired at 2006? Yes, the 2006 is a predecessor. Utawarerumono is a trilogy. Utawarerumono(2006), the first part. Utawarerumono Itsuwari no Kamen(the False Mask), the second part and which this an adaption of. Utawarerumono Futari no Hakuoro(the Two Hakuoro(White Emperor)), the third and final part. Nothing said whatever it will have an anime or not yet. The game comes out in September. |
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