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| Kudo's for using real world relatable events to explain how Japan fell though. Especially when so called friends come by and slowly occupy territory as well. In the aftermath of such a war there's bound to be weapons and equipment scattered throughout the land which is perfect for scavengers. The first encounter with Gai though was pretty funny. The reactions of those two soldiers on finding nothing though was priceless. If anything that depot sure is a good place for a hideout. The enemies brash attempt to flush them out though sure served as the perfect opportunity to activate Kenbu. Overall an excellent opening ep that did well to introduce the world and the state of play within Japan at the moment. While the Amaim are not gundams the resemblance certainly is there. The mc though is pretty relatable and im loving the dynamic that he has with Gai. Not to mention its pretty satisfying seeing the people show resistance to the invaders. |
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| This was actually a really solid first episode. Interesting premise, I hope it ends up being better than back arrow which started strong and then went off the rails. Love the OST so far. |
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| what was the big idea? he beat the unmanned mechas while his friends were held hostage. good job. now what's keeping the military guy from threatening him with shooting the hostages? and actually shooting one of them if he still plays hot shit? in any scenario he'd be forced out of the cockpit or watch his friends die. let me guess the hairball will come up with some amazing tactics. or he'll find a gun he can instantly use with utmost precision, blow up the vehicles and tell the bad guys to run. haha what a show, I'm clapping. |
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| This was one of the shows I was looking forward to the most and so far it has exceeded my expectations as a mecha fan. Based on first impressions is looks like a lighter version of Code Geass in a sense that this series takes place in a non distant future where Japan is being controlled by three fictional nations due their society not being able to sustain after years of failed economic policies and low birth rates. From there the MC Amou Shiiba, who loves machines and spends his day salvaging parts from fallen AMAIM machines. I'm curious to know where this autonomous AI Gai came from why was it stuck in the middle of nowhere? None of the occupational forces seems to know about Gai's existence or made an attempt to retrieve him. Having a rouge autonomous AI out in the open can be very dangerous. |
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Xenocrisi said: It was a nice first episode. I hope it goes for a darker turn in the later episodes. Also, quality seems indeed good. It’s rare to find mechas still drawn and not in CG. Not getting my hopes up as this seems very PG friendly and I’m not a fan of childish stories, so hopefully this will subvert my expectations. Bets part about it was the non-cgi |
| Mecha anime by Surnise? Sign me up! In episode 1, we learn that foreign countries are taking over Japan (I don't know why they would want Japan, it's not like you can dig oil out of that country) and a boy with dead parents is standing up to fight the oppression. Hmm, this story sounds awfully familiar. Didn't Sunrise do a similar anime like 15 years ago? Anyways, episode 1 wasn't bad. Good introductory episode, especially considering that it's a 2 cour show. Will continue to watch. |
ChangeLeopardon said: I enjoyed that. I'm not expecting the series to be mind-blowing, but it seems like it will at least be fun. I like how it mixes a gritty setting (themes of fascism and racism) with a bit of a kids show vibe (with the bright colors, character designs, and mascot-like AI). The mix definitely stuck out to me. It's sort of bizarre. Are Japanese kids just cool with seeing their home oppressed and war torn? Or is it a hint that our cutesy mascot is a mask on something darker? I did enjoy the excuse to make him yell out his attack. |
| it's our sunrise gundam not gundam of the year ,see their using the build dive designs ,im just here for cool mech fights, but this "Japan is oppressed" by foreign countries get's a side eye from me you can't just follow up with that after using re life issues lol i don't wanna read too much into it but it's a questionable viewpoint of fearing foreign aide still in for mecha lol |
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| I get that the premise for the show is a bit lacking, but you gotta do some setup so you can get to the important stuff that's gonna come later. I've read about the premise being similar to that of Code Geass in regards to Japan being occupied. To add to the Code Geass comparison, the Amaims are very similar to Knightmare Frames as well (i.e. relatively small machines with the cockpit protruding out the back.) The Kenbu looks to me looks like a cross between the Lancelot and the Arhan from Expelled Form Paradise. I really like the double jointed hind legs. I look forward to seeing the other Amaims form the promotional images in the future. I'm also ecstatic to not see the robots animated with CGI(yet). The movements are smooth, well drawn, and impactful. I was worried that the 2D animation was going to look awkward but I'm glad I was wrong. |
GundamojoOct 7, 2021 8:47 PM
| now this is more like it! a very solid 1st episode by SUNRISE!!! 5/5. |
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Realistic reasons for foreign invasion:
So what did they invade Japan for? What 4 countries fought over in Japan? Rice paddies? (any high tech industries Japan has would be surely destroyed during the war so you can count those out) I kinda understand 'fictional premise' but make it believable at least. Geass style conquest - may be, four world powers fighting over territory in Japan - pure delusion. |
| This was suprisingly good, thought it was gonna be my drop of the season but I think it could be one of my tops. It does feel like another show, what was it??? C..C....Co..Code somthing?... but like, different. |
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| Giving this one at least 3 episodes before deciding on if it's worth it. First episode wasn't too bad though. |
| WTF an actual Mecha show with real Mechas in 2021? I will never say no to this! But the setup feels like a low budget Code Geass, NGL. |
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| The first ep leaves impression of a discount version of beggining of Zone of the Enders cobbled together with Code Geass and Digimon thrown into the fray. So far I'm disappointed. |
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| I like it so far. A regular Sunrise mech story. Good to have a first original IP by them in a long time (even though it doesn't feel very original lol). Pretty well produced, especially 2D mechs which are as rare as unicorns these days. Looks like it will be a fun show to watch. |
| I missed watching generic mecha by Xebec. |
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| One thing sure is that it's hell living in that futuristic Japan, the MC really found Gai out of nowhere but to be honest I really like the AMAIM's design since it's very Gundam-ish and the action parts so far were decent, it can be good I guess even though I'm slowly getting used to it. |
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couldn't they have just given atleast one of them confident exps  feels like the trio will be doubting themselves throughout the series , not a fan of that |
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