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| OP song is nice, visuals not so much. The fact that Violet passed with a single two sentence letter felt like a slap in the face. Especially as it seemed like the school demanded excellence. Still, better than the last two episodes. |
| another good episode not a big fan of the op its ok but i expected more. really hope the story picks up soon |
| Decent, people saying that it will get better, well waiting but for now pretty underwhelming. The story felt like it was a standalone short-movie and the conclusion ... I mean i get that it was supposed to be the feeling that should be conveyed through the words and that they even explained it in the end, but after all her studies and the scenes with Luculia she wrote 2 simple phrases, that just seems so strange and random. And she got the graduation badge in the end, wanna question what's the worth for it. Liking the ED, not much for the OP. |
allenjkeJan 25, 2018 7:18 AM
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| I teared up a little in throughout this episode! Violet is so pure, I love her so much and I'm happy she's making progress and also making friends who help her in the process ^^ I'm really liking this anime! |
2Matt said: this is the first sign of promise this show has shown so far perhaps it will be worth the watch ...Ah but the only thing that bothered me was that she was able to graduate with just that little bit. That letter showed her potential to, rather than the proficiency to capture feelings, so it's kind of weird that was all it took. Tbh she had perfect scores in vocabulary and grammar, only her writing skills needed to be improved. We also have to point out the fact that she could've become a doll anyway, without graduating. But I guess they did rush it a bit. zxc_corp01 said: for all people who already read the LN and for some people who think this show boring, i sugest you wait until this series atleast reach 8 or 10 episode and watch all episode at once, i am sure you will get the feeling and start liking this series. I don't particularly hate this, just a bit disappointed by the way they adapted the novel. Like "this could've been better if they did this" kind of thing. But I guess I'm asking too much. I will definitely watch this again after it finishes. allenjke said: Decent, people saying that it will get better, well waiting but for now pretty underwhelming. The story felt like it was a standalone short-movie and the conclusion ... I mean i get that it was supposed to be the feeling that should be conveyed through the words and that they even explained it in the end, but after all her studies and the scenes with Luculia she wrote 2 simple phrases, that just seems so strange and random. And she got the graduation badge in the end, wanna question what's the worth for it. Liking the ED, not much for the OP. Yeah... I can see that they were trying to show Violet's development towards becoming a doll which wasn't shown in the novel, but I guess going original to match things up with the novel is hard. "Simple words sometimes carry more meaning than complex ones." That's probably what they thought when making this episode. However the woman clearly said: "A first-rate Doll should understand the words the client is speaking and take from them the feelings they truly wish to express." You have just taken that first step. So she still has a lot to improve on. But as for the timing when she gave the badge, I do agree that if she had written more letters it would've been more understandable. SalmonSandwich said: Hmmh its really hard to say what was adapted since they are sorta mixing themes and idea with original content. Basically instead of what she did in a certain chapter for example they replace it with an anime original content with a different perspective, and they are switching around the timeline. No spoilers for anything passed this point in the anime but spoilers if you want to read the novel fresh TLDR: The weird thing is the novel lacks what the anime is strong at, vice versa the anime is weak where the novel is strong. It really rushes past the world building so Cattelya, Benedict aren't really a character, the postal service has no detail or depth, and the world just falls flat and boring. Where as the anime really goes in depth with everything but at the cost of the main character Violet having a slower development and the story pacing falling. (thats why majority of people just think of her as an kuudere/autistic robot/PTSD Saber). You have to realize in the novel they basically imply and rush past her rehabilitation in becoming a normal human being so when the novel starts with her working already, shes exhibit emotion like embarrassment, happiness, etc. Shes just more subtle about it (think disappearance version of Nagato Yuki.) Really loved this comment. Perfectly summed up the differences between the novel and the anime. |
Major_GilbertJan 25, 2018 8:29 AM
 "Le vent se lève!... Il faut tenter de vivre!" - Paul Valéry, Le Cimetière Marin - |
Liravin said: I seriously have a problem with the plot here: why is it such a surprise to them that Violet is able to write a letter with exactly the same words that girl said earlier? How does that prove anything? Violet didn't change or add anything to what the girl already said; it's literally the same sentence "I am glad that you are still alive". Unless this is an error in the german translation, this episode doesn't make sense; especially since this is the point of the episode. It showed that she was able to understand, through baby steps. For Violet, it will take her a lot, so that's why even though it was a few words, it's a big step for her ^^ |
| That lucuria's brother moment was so good, violet made him cry with that letter and she is beginning to understand the feelings :'( |
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| glad Violet finally able to decipher other people feelings. I hope it doesn't turn out to be a hunch of the last words she hear. |
Major_Gilbert said: However the woman clearly said: "A first-rate Doll should understand the words the client is speaking and take from them the feelings they truly wish to express." You have just taken that first step. So she still has a lot to improve on. But as for the timing when she gave the badge, I do agree that if she had written more letters it would've been more understandable. If that was her exact wording that should be not that bad, didn't pay attention to that that much and the emphasis on the first is the important part. But i don't know, i still think that from the viewers point of view it doesn't feel very impactful, she basically wrote what Luculia said. Obv Luculia couldn't write it herself and that was Violet's progression, just thought that it could've/should've been shown better. How?! Don't really know, something like 2 or 3 beatiful sentences, just a random suggestion. |
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allenjke said: Major_Gilbert said: However the woman clearly said: "A first-rate Doll should understand the words the client is speaking and take from them the feelings they truly wish to express." You have just taken that first step. So she still has a lot to improve on. But as for the timing when she gave the badge, I do agree that if she had written more letters it would've been more understandable. If that was her exact wording that should be not that bad, didn't pay attention to that that much and the emphasis on the first is the important part. But i don't know, i still think that from the viewers point of view it doesn't feel very impactful, she basically wrote what Luculia said. Obv Luculia couldn't write it herself and that was Violet's progression, just thought that it could've/should've been shown better. How?! Don't really know, something like 2 or 3 beatiful sentences, just a random suggestion. I get what you're saying. Considering she got full marks in vocabulary... Choice of words would've been easy for her, if she actually did try to add more depth in her letter. |
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SalmonSandwich said: TheHeckle said: Since I haven't read the original source material I have no idea how long Violet was supposed to be in school but this was much shorter then I anticipated I was around expecting 1.5-2 episodes. Ventus_S said: Can you specify so far up to ep3, what're the difference? Really curious though. Haven't read the novel. Hmmh its really hard to say what was adapted since they are sorta mixing themes and idea with original content. Basically instead of what she did in a certain chapter for example they replace it with an anime original content with a different perspective, and they are switching around the timeline. No spoilers for anything passed this point in the anime but spoilers if you want to read the novel fresh TLDR: The weird thing is the novel lacks what the anime is strong at, vice versa the anime is weak where the novel is strong. It really rushes past the world building so Cattelya, Benedict aren't really a character, the postal service has no detail or depth, and the world just falls flat and boring. Where as the anime really goes in depth with everything but at the cost of the main character Violet having a slower development and the story pacing falling. (thats why majority of people just think of her as an kuudere/autistic robot/PTSD Saber). You have to realize in the novel they basically imply and rush past her rehabilitation in becoming a normal human being so when the novel starts with her working already, shes exhibit emotion like embarrassment, happiness, etc. Shes just more subtle about it (think disappearance version of Nagato Yuki.) No wonder I can feel that some of things in anime went too fast/ too smoothly. Like how Violet is able to type like that so quickly, and how school let her pass so quickly/ easily. |
| Too bad it was so fast in telling this piece of the story the episode, and the event connected to the character of Luculia, you could spend more time to make more tangible feelings towards these new characters proposed today, oh well! The expectations have not been betrayed, always melancholy and sometimes sad narration, excellent graphic quality. The opening does not give me much, but I liked the ending immediately. |
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| Well, that was certainly the best episode so far! I really like how Violet is slowly figuring out how to connect with people and push herself forward. This show is doing a very good job of having a character-driven plot, which is always nice. Another thing I appreciate is how there's no overblown comedy or dumb misunderstandings at the expense of Violet's awkwardness. I mean, there are some laughs to be had, but most of the characters seem to "get" pretty quickly that she functions a bit differently, which makes for some pretty meaningful interactions. The schoolteacher isn't a typical overly stern, evil teacher; you can tell she genuinely does care about Violet and wants to help her figure her shit out. This is something KyoAni does really well, apart from its animation: it always has a ton of respect for its characters, which helps us get invested in them as well. Even in something as silly as K-On, you can tell the show isn't gonna insult or degrade its cast. |
| I am loving the show so far. Its so touchy and emotional. Looking forward to more. |
| Say what you will about this episode but it was an improvement on last week. I still think this anime is good. I wish the MAL community would stop trying to reverse-pingu it |
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| I'm happy Violet is starting to understand, even if she is still completely inept at it. This is going to be a gutwretching ending when Violet finds out the major is gone. I wouldn't be surprised if she almost killed herself. It's hard to move on after that. |
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| Best episode so far. Violet is still a very weak mc, but all the other aspects of the show make up for it. And boy can KyoAni make things look beautiful. Gorgeous art. |
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| Ahhh the feeeeeeeels~ ;w; |
Major_Gilbert said: Really loved this comment. Perfectly summed up the differences between the novel and the anime. Thanks as fellow novel and anime fans I'm glad you agree :]! Honestly I'm glad the anime is different and am liking the changes done honestly. Its just the pacing worrying me. Ventus_S said: SalmonSandwich said: Hmmh its really hard to say what was adapted since they are sorta mixing themes and idea with original content. Basically instead of what she did in a certain chapter for example they replace it with an anime original content with a different perspective, and they are switching around the timeline. No spoilers for anything passed this point in the anime but spoilers if you want to read the novel fresh TLDR: The weird thing is the novel lacks what the anime is strong at, vice versa the anime is weak where the novel is strong. It really rushes past the world building so Cattelya, Benedict aren't really a character, the postal service has no detail or depth, and the world just falls flat and boring. Where as the anime really goes in depth with everything but at the cost of the main character Violet having a slower development and the story pacing falling. (thats why majority of people just think of her as an kuudere/autistic robot/PTSD Saber). You have to realize in the novel they basically imply and rush past her rehabilitation in becoming a normal human being so when the novel starts with her working already, shes exhibit emotion like embarrassment, happiness, etc. Shes just more subtle about it (think disappearance version of Nagato Yuki.) No wonder I can feel that some of things in anime went too fast/ too smoothly. Like how Violet is able to type like that so quickly, and how school let her pass so quickly/ easily. Honestly the next episode will make it or break it for both novel and anime only fans since they will be diving into episodic stories from the novel. I'm pretty sure they will change things up since Violet is weirdly not the main character in alot of the episodic stories. (This episode gives you a taste of what its like through Luculia's POV). |
| Best episode so far the OP is great and the ed is not bad. Violet took her first step towards her road, I teard up at The ending it was really wonderful. 5/5 |
| Well, this was a slight improvement on last week, but I'm still not especially impressed, and I'm still feeling extremely bored and disinterested while watching, especially in this week's first half which was practically the same as last week. I'll give it another episode or two, but it's going to take some improvement to make me continue after that. |
| The best episode yet. This week we begin to truly feel the weight of the consequences of war. Violet isn't the only one attempting to re-enter society after fighting. Luculia is a very sweet girl, I really liked her. I'm incredibly happy it didn't go down the route that she was being beaten by her brother or something. Spencer's guilt about his parents and horrible experience in the war, going from not fighting at all to getting completely decimated with a leg injury, has affected his life greatly, which shows in his weight. I figured Violet wouldn't pass despite having excellent typing skills. But Luculia was able to reach out and help Violet somewhat understand what it means to be a doll. I'm a little iffy on the idea Violet gets a pass because she wrote one letter. I think it would've been better for her to make a deal with the teacher to write a few more letters before receiving the broach. But a very nice lesson this week, as just simple and straightforward words are sometimes the best. So glad everything turned out alright. As for the pace of the show, I'm enjoying it a lot actually. I feel no boredom whatsoever when watching this. I like how it's gently easing us into everything. I'm looking forward to next week because it feels as though things will really start happening now that Violet has made some headway. |
| still boring as shit |
| It wasn't a 'wow' episode, I don't hate this anime but I'm also not high over heels after it. I know a lot of people say it's boring due to the slow pacing, but in my case I think it's just okay. I'm somehow intrigued to know more about Gilbert and Violet, I didn't read the novel, so I don't know what I should be expecting. I also don't consider this anime too overrated, I just hope the end of it won't disappoint me. |
| why why why can you not see how good this anime is?????? what do you have in your head??? i don't understand |
| They just got her to school and already graduate on the end of episode and new chara. Are we never going to see them ever again? if not its really bad filler. |
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ZBlastHistory said: They just got her to school and already graduate on the end of episode and new chara. Are we never going to see them ever again? if not its really bad filler. I don't think Violet has necessarily 'graduated'. Rather, as the teacher said, it is the 'first step' for Violet to become a good Auto-Memories Doll. |
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| Very satisfying episode. I hope that Violet will keep progressing as she did here. |
| beautiful! I like some heartwarming stories like that. ^^ the simplicity of Voilets first letter moved me somehow, too. Good work, also with the music inbetween. The OP song fits well, too, ED song is even more amazing! but OP/ED visuals are not that rich in diversity, but thats okay for an undertone like this show has. |
| So it takes a soldier to know one. I wonder if this is how it will turn out, with Violet becoming the company's specialist at handling all the many missing persons and war letters. |
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| Aww lovely episode, I'm loving the artwork and the anime as a whole, genuinely surprised. |
| Yeah, they're definitely deviating from the novel so far. I have no idea which route they will take in the end, since we're still only three episodes in. Could go either way. Either way, loved the episode and I'm enjoying the show so far. Loved Luculia and the OP as well. |
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| This anime is getting better. The drama was well developed. I hope it continues to improve. |
| Aaaaand another boring episode. Dropped. If the emotional scenes aren't working, there's no hope. |
| I do not know much about the source material but if it really starts with Violet as a super good doll that's kinda weird because I wouldn't buy it that the robotic girl suddenly became pro with emotions so I am taking the anime's side on this, it's better to develop her from zero. I enjoyed this episode quite a lot. |
| Finally a proper OP and ED. The OP was really slow paced, but I think it fits well. Loved the episode. It was quite touching. Violet is starting to learn how to express feelings and not just give reports. |
What a beautiful show. The OP and ED are delicious. So soft and subtle... I like how the show inspires you with epic soundtrack and then hits you in the face cause, obviously, Violet made a blunder hahaha. Those letters of hers... Well, the episode shows how war (war never changes) destroyed Luculia's and her brother Spencer's lives, and how threw the latter into an abyss of depression. But fortunately, Violet, with her short and plastic letter, could give him happiness once again. A very clumsy letter, but so warm. Luculia, I envy her. Very brave character. Going forward with a smile upon the hardships of her life. |
| Okay, this is the sort of episode I can totally get behind. Great to see Violet making progress in becoming a proper Doll, and the journey was nicely conveyed. When the guy started crying I couldn't help but cheer for Violet. |
| I need sleep. |
| Its nice to see Violet improvement as an auto memoir doll. Looks like Violet will learn emotions bit by bit from her clients, so this gonna takes some time though I guess its worth it when we finally see Violet understanding all those feelings. I had been expecting OP to have some preview insights about the next episodes, though we didn't get, the song suits well to the somber atmosphere, pretty decent OP. |
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| So we finally got an OP an ED for the anime which is nice, although neither of the songs left a lasting impression on me. Another pretty stunning episode, and if it weren't for the ending scene of the first ep, I'd say this was the best one yet! The only problem I have now is that I'm wondering whether the series is gonna run out of steam or not. It's pretty much an episodic series where I'm guessing each encounter/letter will make Violet grow as a person, and this time it worked but I'm not sure if that's gonna hold up for another 11 weeks. I guess we'll have to wait and see! |
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| Now this is what I was hoping to see for this series, Violet helping people each episode, in a somewhat episodic format while building her own story and developing her character from those experiences. |
| How was Violet able to earn her certificate after writing a three-sentence letter? The girl's obviously still going to have trouble with anything longer/more complicated or vague. I felt bad for the Wendy's girl Luculia though. She came home all excited to make her thicc brother a nice dinner and he'd fallen asleep with some bread, part of a tomato, and a bottle of booze. Listening to the language in the way Luculia spoke about Violet at the end ("Violet was blah blah blah...")...shit, is she already dead? |
| "No, son, you may not have your body pillow at the dinner table!" |
| I'm very glad with the direction of this anime. It went as I expected. Those episodic side stories along with progression of Violet's story. I'm even rooting for more impact since I guess the initial setup is pretty much done by now. Soundtracks are astonishing actually I didn't think they will be that impressive. |
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| Great episode. Almost teared up when Violet delivered the letter. Looking forward to more. 5/5 Joe_Baker said: Anyone that can type 130WPM or even higher? That is incredibly fast if you ask me. That 200CPM as an entry level seems a bit low though. I can type ~120WPM with some errors, no errors brings me down to ~100WPM. 200CPM may seem pretty slow, 100 WPM is about 450CPM in English, but keep in mind that these are mechanical typewriters (typing is slower because you have to do a manual carriage return, among other things). Also keep in mind they don't appear to be typing English. CatSoul said: How was Violet able to earn her certificate after writing a three-sentence letter? The girl's obviously still going to have trouble with anything longer/more complicated or vague. It was three sentences, but those sentences packed a fuckton of emotional content. Yeah, she just wrote down what the Luculia "said" (I have a feeling the source of subs may throw this off), but that's exactly what she was absolutely unable to do in the past. The purpose of the auto memoir doll service is to help people with presenting their true emotions to people they care about. Violet succeeded in doing that where she had previously utterly failed. She had shown her ability in all technical aspects of being an auto memoir doll previously, this was the only place she was truly lacking. Yes, it's maybe a bit of a leap for strict-sensei to decide to give her the medal after a single letter, but I have a feeling Luculia convinced the teacher that Violet's letter was top-tier (and given she graduated at the top of the class, that counts for something). |
MatorJan 25, 2018 6:35 PM
| I really enjoyed the part with Luculia and her brother^^ I also liked how Violet's first proper letter turned out even tho she basically just wrote what Luculia told her. It's a nice start (just like someone already said 'baby steps') keeping in mind how very literal she is. I can't wait to see more! |
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