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| The fucks even happening lol I usually dont watch horror but because im getting into seasonals I guess I'll give it a try |
| So we got bamboozled and this is a sequel? lol I don't know about Umineko so it will be new for me either way if they add that to the mix, I only know the OG Higurashi. OR, it's still a remake but they are making clear that the MC is Rika here, I guess that's why they have shown Hanyuu so early as well. |
MomoSinX said: So we got bamboozled and this is a sequel? lol I don't know about Umineko so it will be new for me either way if they add that to the mix, I only know the OG Higurashi. OR, it's still a remake but they are making clear wast that the MC is Rika here, I guess that's why the have shown Hanyuu so early as well. I think this is it probably. the end of the arc will still be the same as seen in the first episode intro |
amare135 said: the end of the arc will still be the same as seen in the first episode intro Don't think so. From what I understood the first episode intro is the ending of the previous loop, which is why Keiichi has a flashback of it, just like he has in one of the arcs. |
| I thought it was a remake but it seems otherwise |
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jaw20 said: AyumiVk said: So, this isnt a remake it seems. I'd say a sequel but it also doesnt make sense since in the second season everything got resolved so... |
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| I have to say, I loved this more than the first episode. I'm glad I didn't rewatch the original two seasons before this as so far Gou seems structured to play off of my sense of deja-vu for the original run. It's weird that this is set after Matsuribayashi-hen?? But, you know what? After being disappointed with the lack of closure in Higurashi Rei (S3), the majority of Higurashi Kira, and the totally unnecessary Kaku: Outbreak special, this is absolutely a breath of fresh air. There's finally some renewed mystery, and for once there seems to be a totally new piece of the puzzle to one of my favourite franchises. Can't wait to see where they take this new season, I'm really looking forward to it. |
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| As someone who has never seen the original this whole fiasco is simply offputting theres really not much else to say. |
| So, do you guys recommend to go read Umineko first or take the risk and continue watching this? It may be that it will end up being a segway (segue?) into Umineko or just have references to it, as much as it could end up spoiling Umi, somehow (people who have already read Umi correct me on this at least, is there a possibility for that to be the case?). |
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| RIP NEW HIGU WATCHERS. Yeah maybe it's fine to keep enjoying but I would highly advise to not have Gou as your introduction... ...but as an existing fan, omfg. Ok I'm definitely loving this aesthetic/color palette, especially with those images in the ED that totally convince me. They remind me of light reflecting through a crystal, in this case a kakera shard, to reveal a twisted rainbow of colors. I think I teared up?? +I really like how Keiichi's hair in the OP fades into red. For reasons. People are going ham on their theories already. What if this is way more than just a gift, dare I say it's supposed to gain special interest as a BRIDGE for more wtc/a new umineko reboot? Is that too far-fetched pls I want to hope. The new image with small rika and older rika touching palms hh mind going brrrr I haven't watched the new R07 interview but isn't he directly involved in the production? We know how sneaky he is with details. |
Pentagonion said: So, do you guys recommend to go read Umineko first or take the risk and continue watching this? It may be that it will end up being a segway (segue?) into Umineko or just have references to it, as much as it could end up spoiling Umi, somehow (people who have already read Umi correct me on this at least, is there a possibility for that to be the case?). I don't think we have enough information yet to make that call. It might be like Higurashi Rei where there's only a passing comment or allusion to it. Added enjoyment when you're in the loop, but probably not necessary. I don't think even they'd spoil anything big about Umineko. |
| Okay Rika's dance was beautiful in this version and I really like how the scnees look and feel but... Whhhyyyyy did they reveal the thinngggggg?? It feels so wrong to me.. Maybe it will all go well and it will be an amazing adaption in the end with better pacing than the original... but... so far? Why? Why did they decide to reveal the thing?? In episode 2?? Going from chapter 1 to chapter 7.... |
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| Despite still being mixed on the artstyle, I'm far more interested now that it looks like it might be a sequel. My memory's bad so I can't remember if this is taking a piece of the VN from one of the Answer Arcs and combining it with a piece of Onikakushi-hen. It is referred to by an entirely new name too, Onidamashi-hen, something to bear in mind. |
UwsNk said: If this is a Sequel, then... What is the Adaptation Source? Or is this an Original Anime, not like the 2006 & 2007? (Which are adapted from VN) The first episode was a remake of the original anime's first episode instead of another VN adaptation. This seems to be mostly the same but they just add some stuff. This episode was very similar to the first Yashahime episode in fact, the majority of the episode if the canon story from like Inuyasha chapter 559 or w/e, but they added the next gen characters to the beginning and end. |
| Well, I've got bamboozled, it's not a remake, it is a sequel, it should make things more interesting since it has some brand new stuff. I trust Ryu on this one. I watched his interview, he seemed really happy, looks like he was proud of what he made, and we know that he's totally capable of doing amazing work, let's wait and see what he's delivered us. Also, that was a really good OP. |
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jaw20 said: ARK-13 said: Well well well. Now that really caught me by surprise. I mean I was prepared for some changes but as it turns out, this isn't actually a remake. I guess this won't go well for most first time viewers. BUT I'm even more hyped for this now. And yooo was that an Umineko character in the OP? Let's effing gooo. I'm so excited too see where this will go. Also the new op is great. Not only that but the Rokkenjima chapel was in the OP as well. Holy crap just found it |
| So much wild speculation here, I was under the impression that this was a full reboot and was about to question their choice of having the Rika scene in the beginning so early and the strange dialogue but if this is not a reboot, then it makes sense. Is this going to be all new content with some retelling of the original's story elements so new people can understand? I'm not sure if there's a good way to do that without losing much of the thrill and mystery factor of the original. The opening scene itself may not be a spoiler for new people but it's a good enough hint about what's going on if you care to read into Rika conversation. I have not played Umineko, and going off people here. I hope I can make sense of whatever they are going to pull if it includes Umineko. New OP and ED are great but I miss the originals, they were far too iconic. |
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| It's a sequel guys stop being lazy, also seems like it'll be a prequel or sequel to Umineko in a way also, so just read the VN or Manga for both before this tbh |
| Sup... |
| I still don't know if this is a remake, a sequel, or a rebuild (I saw a post saying it was a rebuild), but well, I'm still looking forward to see on how this will turn out, especially since they revealed stuff that was only revealed in Kai. Sadly they didn't use the original op, but the new one is not half bad. |
| Well, some of you got royalty spoiled the big twist of the original seires during the first minutes of this episode, and for that you have my most sincere apologies. |
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Lelouch0202 said: Peep Umineko, one of the best stories and builds off what the writer did as a writer from HigurashiSo much wild speculation here, I was under the impression that this was a full reboot and was about to question their choice of having the Rika scene in the beginning so early and the strange dialogue but if this is not a reboot, then it makes sense. Is this going to be all new content with some retelling of the original's story elements so new people can understand? I'm not sure if there's a good way to do that without losing much of the thrill and mystery factor of the original. The opening scene itself may not be a spoiler for new people but it's a good enough hint about what's going on if you care to read into Rika conversation. I have not played Umineko, and going off people here. I hope I can make sense of whatever they are going to pull if it includes Umineko. New OP and ED are great but I miss the originals, they were far too iconic. |
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| what the actual fuck? |
| God I'm just here to have a dark thrilling fun as a new fan, don't give out the "full-on deviate" bomb like that. Also this might not be a copy-and-paste from the 2006 version, rather a different direction for the remake. Which kinda makes sense alright, and once again please don't spoil the new gens on this. Anyways this episode was a bit weaker than the first, but Rena is already going for the offensive with that very intimidating personality. We got another of her yandere stare to Keiichi. Kenta-kun has finally been released from the dumpsite. And the crew is still comfy with their slice-of-life mode. Now I'm kinda thinking about what to say with that Rika scene at the start. Her going back 100 years to the fateful June 1983 to relive everything, it makes you feel that she already experienced everything. This is a remake of the series but it kinda twists me to say that this is a REDO than an actual START. Maybe it's my head for thinking that theory but that was a nice hinge to pull me at. Anyways there was a nice TAG game in the middle of the episode, our photographer Tomitake appeared again to get pictures. And then we get to the festival and at this point I'm already thrilled if I'm gonna get that sweet, BLOODY curveball thrown at me. We also got the new official OP & ED for the 2020 series. I like the OP for the song but I like the ED for the animation, so it's a 50/50 dice. Anyways I'm ready for that June 22 in that calendar!!! |
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| Finding out it is a sequel is kinda interesting, but with a series like this, that was pretty clever lol I still need to watch the OVA sequels. Probably would've explained a bit. Just gives me more of a reason to watch I gotta say I love how the episode ended. It really brought this episode to the next level |
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| Absolutely SHOCKED Hanyuu was there! Without getting into spoiler territory which is hard to do, I'm wondering if this will be entirely new to us? There is so much to unpack here. It absolutely feels like its meant for old fans because there are dozens of direct references to the VN I feel people who haven't played it wouldn't really be in on. But for me, it took my breath away! OP & ED make me wonder about what will happen... will all the events take place at once? Overall, still incredibly happy and looking forward to next week to see where the story will take us. |
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| it's getting really good im looking forward to this show |
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| Do I really need to stop watching this and go an watch the 2006 version or what? Im so confused. I haven't watched the cap so I would like if someone tells me what should I do |
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clint87 said: EthereaL015 said: yeah you really should go watch Higurashi and Higurashi Kai. This really doesn’t seem like a true remake. At best it’s like Eva Rebuild or ff7 remake where it’s like a backdoor sequelDo I really need to stop watching this and go an watch the 2006 version or what? Im so confused. I haven't watched the cap so I would like if someone tells me what should I do Well then I'm going to watch the others first, thank you. |
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jaw20 said: CMYK said: I don't think we have enough information yet to make that call. It might be like Higurashi Rei where there's only a passing comment or allusion to it. Added enjoyment when you're in the loop, but probably not necessary. I don't think even they'd spoil anything big about Umineko. I mean both featherine and the chapel have been shown in the OP. |
| I'm thinking this is a reverse "Fire Walk With Me" ordeal where it's simiultaneously its own thing as well as a sequel to the original. Either way, I'm excited to see where this one goes |
EthereaL015 said: Do I really need to stop watching this and go an watch the 2006 version or what? Im so confused. I haven't watched the cap so I would like if someone tells me what should I do The show hasn't finished so we can't give you a definitive answer. This episode definitely leans on it being something to be watched after the original, but then again that might just be a case of very good foreshadowing. Either way, you're gonna be confused in the beginning. Thats the fun of Higurashi, it's a mystery. |
| I feel bad for the first-time viewers, they must be confused. This is definitely a sequel. Knowing about is definitely a big deal. As far as the episode goes, Rika knowing she has to restart again from 1983 must be painful. Can't wait to see what changes they make with this adaptation! I thought it'd be a remake so I was ready to just watch this leisurely, but it definitely seems like they're trying to add some new elements to cater to old fans as well. Looking forward to how this plays out! |
| Regardless of whether or not it's a sequel, this is such a dick move for newcomers lol. Giving them an option to watch this version first and then casually spoiling one of the biggest twists ever. |
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| When Keiichi started talking about I've never realised how many hints they leave throughout the show lol... But that's the beauty of Higurashi, isn't it? :D EDIT: amare135 said: From what I understood the first episode intro is the ending of the previous loop, which is why Keiichi has a flashback of it, just like he has in one of the arcs. Oh shit, that makes so much more sense lol. I might have to go back and rewatch the OG Higu... it's been like 7 years since I last watched it so I don't remember much lol |
cryzwatchesanimeOct 8, 2020 5:59 PM
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| Well this is awkward. I've seen the first season of the original but I only watched a couple episodes of the second season so I was hoping that I could just watch this instead of picking the original back up. Kind of conflicted now... |
| "Otaku search for patterns within data presented and draw conclusions. Anime fans only see clones and copies." -artificialnightsky |
| well that was unexpected. pretty sure i got through the entire first season of the og anime without knowing wtf was going on, and now theyre already hinting at the whole timeline thing in the 2nd episode wowie wowie |
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Emillian said: ovy7 said: I mean, the original anime already showed , but this is taking it the next step. Inb4 Umineko adaptation after this xD I REALLY hope for one as well since Umineko DOESN'T HAVE an actual adaptation 0_0  That sounds great! This shouldn't be boring at all. Also judging by the references and some minor spoilers I already saw, Guess I gotta hurry up with Umineko reading ._. Tsukumo_Yuuma said: People are talking like they could make sense of the original anime in the first couple of episodes (or even the whole question arcs) It's Higurashi, it's meant to be confusing, they'll explain everything later (like they always do) they already said it's new viewers friendly, it's the same story with a different way of telling it and some changes. I don't see a problem that makes this not okay for new viewers tbh. We just have to wait and see if this new script is better than the original story or not Same story with only different telling? maybe. And with additional changes. That by itself can be somewhat of a problem for many. They've come here to watch a remake of the old anime, a new adaptation of the famous VNs, which by the looks of it, they're not going to get. ssjokg said: Please let this be the birth of . This would be a great way to readapt Umineko later on. But hopefully with slightly different artsyle, something less bubbly and more like Monogatri. Others may be mad that this isnt a polished remake but honestly I am glad I dont have to replace one of my favorite anime with a new version of it. I agree, never wished for a Remake in the first place. Hope they'll give us lots of new animated content! If this gets well delivered and received, better work on that Umineko adaptation! :> PS. Everyone on thread Yes, Ryukishi said, all new and old viewers can enjoy this. But that isn't the point. The difference is what we want to enjoy. Everyone who came here with the desire to watch an adaptation of the VNs should not be encouraged to watch this instead of the DEEN's version (at this point the least). From the looks of this episode, this will be starting to majorly deviate from the VN story telling. Yes, we can still enjoy this as it is, that much is obvious, but if we want to watch an anime adaptation of the VNs, this is not the preferable one to start with. After all, as Ryukishi said, old and new viewers should be able to enjoy this. How much or little do you need to alter the story telling to keep the old fans enjoying it? |
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| Well that was certainly a turn of events. By looking back at the episode and what people have been saying, this is indeed a sequal except it's going back to the previous time frame where the previous chapters were set. That's interesting for two things. One, we have a new mystery on our hands as to why Rika was sent back to June 1983. Two, it doesn't make the 2006 version obsolete. But that means you kind of have to watch the 2006 series or read the VN to wrap your head around things, especially with Hanyuu entering the scene. We really need to see more to get a full idea of the implications though. |
Snapshot426Oct 8, 2020 6:04 PM
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| KENTA-KUN IS FREE, HE'S FINALLY GONNA BE TAKEN HOME! this is the true good ending! that zombie tag brings me memories of Kai's first episode. |
| Here I come, rougher than the rest of them The best of them, tougher than leather You can call me knuckles, unlike sonic I don't chuckle I'd rather flex my muscles I'm hard as nails, it ain't hard to tell I break'em down whether they're solid or frail Unlike the rest I'm independent It's my first breath, first test Feel the right then the worst's left |
| Concerning the episode, like everyone, I was caught of guard since I did believed this would be a remake, but this may turn out to be even more interesting, for a lot of reasons people are spoiling above. I would be lovely to see it connecting to Umineko. Also, while the argument might be, this is not a remake nor sequel, so newcomers can watch... ep2 spoiled and hints heavily to too much of late Higurashi chapters, as such, I would recommend people watching this series after the main ones, if they wanto to eventually go watch the older stuff, do it NOW. Dont spoil yourself. |
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