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| By far my favorite show of the season, at least of shows that are ending. It gave me feels, let me imagine a totally different world than any I've pictured, and gave me characters I love, and will continue to love. While I probably won't be getting many of my friends watching this, at least I did. I give this show a 9/10 overall for the creativity and how engaging the story was. |
rebelakuma said: Why? The story is told. Let the story be. It's good as it is.The end... i hope they will make a sequel! |
| What a beautiful series. I'm really glad the show remained true to its message and characters until the very end. I loved how it always managed to be both spontaneous and heartwarming with solid development of its themes and story despite seeming like creative chaos at first. It amazes me how much development and emotions they managed to put into a 10-episode series. I'm debating between a high 8 or a 9. |
| Took three tries, but finally a show this season that didn't have a garbage ending. Leaning towards a 9/10, the best of the shows this half-season. |
| Phew, I haven't written so much about a show in quite some time. Here we go. "The days together with my loved ones.." "…is the secret of my life!" Eerily psychedelic. This seems all too familiar. What an eyedeal world. Inari, you sillygoose. MC Koto is awesome even as a pencil drawing. Your family is your world. Family is a beautiful thing. Way to tie it back to the Life Is But A Dream poem again. The return of the pomegranate of rebirth. Rebirth is also a beautiful thing. Man, this is coming together so well. Why is this so beautiful? MC Koto's love is kinda violent lol. I'm getting Uchouten feels all over again. The simplicity of just enjoying being a family. I'm at a loss for words about how well put together this is. The band's back together again. It's okay to cry sometimes. Wonderful Book End. I already liked this show quite a bit when it was just a fun, artsy OVA, but this TV run unexpectedly gave me so much more. Having this air back-to-back with Uchouten Kazoku made it easy to draw parallels with the importance of family, the drama that goes along with it and the creative depiction of Kyoto, despite being larger in scope. You could also make an argument for Penguindrum similarities with the faceless bystanders, daring visual style, symbolic imagery (although nowhere as in your face as Ikuhara) and also the family drama again. The OP/ED were impressively integrated into the finale and the lyrics already fit the messages of the show so well. "This here is all I have. I can accept this place as my home, like any other." The beginning of the finale starts just as the first episode did, with MC Koto listening to Inari under the moonlight. I love this, because it shows the director (OMG another good female director!?) really knows what she's doing and the story probably wasn't just made up as it went along, but rather planned beforehand (and I can say the same thing about the shows I compared it to). There is repetition through how certain characters' actions reflect one another. Mirror world lol, coincidence? I think not. Pulling inspiration from Alice In Wonderland, greek mythology, the buddhist concept of death and rebirth, it was quite an ambitious show to say the least. Luckily, it managed to pull off a satisfying ending for me. Easily one of my favorite shows of the year and I can't wait for the soundtrack. 9/10 |
brianwuzhereDec 31, 2013 9:43 AM
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| While episodes 6-9 were rather disappointing considering the exceptional quality of the first half, this episode reminds me why I considered this show the best of the season once upon a time (read: a month ago). Filled to the brim with wonder, love, and a few beautiful lessons, this episode was in a class of its own compared to the others of the second half (episode five still tops it though), and shows me what this show really has to offer when you forget about all of its animation shortcuts and sometimes convoluted plot lines. This show gets a very, very solid 7/10 from me; it's a borderline wondrous thrill ride that, while making its fair share of mistakes along the way, is still one of the most entertaining things this season. brianwuzhere said: Easily my favorite show of the year and I can't wait for the soundtrack. The soundtrack is out and available as we speak. I can't give you a download link, but you know what they say: Google is your best friend. |
Reaper71Dec 20, 2013 5:04 PM
And what if all love is an act of bravery? Could you look me in the eye and say that you are not afraid?  |
| Hurr the power friendship and love bullshit hurr so happy and united. Let's pretend only the first 5 episodes existed. |
| The first ending this season I haven't had a problem with. Everything was put together so nicely. Debating on giving this a high 8 or 9. |
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| So much wasted potential... Oh well, the entire Fall 2013 season has turned out this way... |
| Brilliantly executed. I particularly liked the choice of the OP/ED. Really such a satisfying ending. Would not like to see a sequel because it's fine like this. My favorite show of the season, that's for sure. 9/10 Mizusi said: Hurr the power friendship and love bullshit hurr so happy and united. Let's pretend only the first 5 episodes existed. That's why I'm losing my faith in humanity. |
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Akanezora said: Coming from someone who gives high scores at the speed of light to every little thing they see, wouldn't consider your opinion worthful either. It's okay if you enjoy things, though it doesn't mean others will have to blindly agree with you as well - especially when things turned out from episode 6 till the end.That's why I'm losing my faith in humanity. Opinions, a rather polemic yet amusing topic, isn't it? Some people just can't stand when others disagree with them. |
Akanezora said: That's why I'm losing my faith in humanity. Meh, it's her opinion so don't take what she says to heart. She has a horribly pessimistic view on almost every anime anyway. |
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| The problem with the quote in question is not that it's a differing opinion, but rather that it seems like an illogical complaint, because that "love bullshit" is consistent with the theme the show presented. At its core, this is a story about a family and what is a family built upon (or at least, what should it be)? Love. It's featured in the OP lyrics (Sometimes, love rises to cheer me up) and made even clearer in the English insert song used in the penultimate episode (Learn to love and always seek for what is right). I'll agree to disagree about whether the show was good or not and I couldn't care less about what anyone else thinks of it. However, it seems kinda weird to criticize a show for doing exactly what it set out to do. In other words, you shouldn't fault a comedy for being funny. It just seems like a silly thing to complain about when there's more legitimate things to complain about like maybe the two halves of the show could've transitioned a little better or the relevance of the shrine could've been more integral to the story overall or the obvious budget-saving moment in the previous episode where pretty much nothing is happening in such a visually creative show other than MC Koto and Inari just walking across the screen for almost an entire minute. |
brianwuzhereDec 20, 2013 10:48 PM
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Mizusi said: Opinions, a rather polemic yet amusing topic, isn't it? Some people just can't stand when others disagree with them. Of course they can't, they are humans after all. And these humans might want to hear a valid opinion and some argument behind it, instead of some "Hurr durr power of friendship and love bullshit". Don't hide behind your opinion-shield. |
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| Noooo it's over! Beautiful soundtrack, animation, art, and great plot, loved how it focused a lot on family. So glad they made those ONA's into a full series; it turned out wonderfully. Definitely my favorite series of the season. 9/10 |
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| this is truly one of those eccentric anime that just so happen to deliver 8/10 for originality. |
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Mizusi said: Hurr the power friendship and love bullshit hurr so happy and united. Let's pretend only the first 5 episodes existed. Despite this comment, I'm glad you gave the show a 7 :). And I wouldn't make fun of the power of friendship and love because that shit's powerful... just kidding. But that same theme is pervasive in anime anyways so I wouldn't go trying to offend the show as well as some people out there by using expressions like "hurr durr" thinking it's funny. And also, the power of friendship and love seem to be a big part of a lot of the anime you seemed to have enjoyed, like Mahou Shoujo Madoka, so what's the problem with Kyouso Giga? In support of brianwuzhere and Akanezora, your comment is bound to pique the interest of lovers of Kyouso Giga, especially since it seems to have no sense of why you disliked it. |
| From start to ending each and every episode lived up to the high expectations I had for the series. Instantly one of my favourites 10/10 |
| Episode 10 really brought back the emotions of the first 5 episodes. Wonderful ending for a wonderful show. Honestly thought it wouldn't be able to pull it off. Easy 9/10. |
PetitFours said: 10/10 and arguably the best anime of the season in my humble opinion. Loved most everything except the plot may be hard to follow at times. Let's see if there will be further explanation next episode so I know I am comprehending correctly or not If anyone else is also a little confused, I believe Enzo has a relatively firm grasp on the show and I feel this post covers most of what the series was trying to say: http://www.lostinanime.com/2013/12/kyousougiga-10.html#more |
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| Aww. Good thing their family is complete again. |
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| oh my god this episode was brilliant. the family got back together! and inari and myoue seem like they have gained more hope now. 9/10 from me |
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| This series lost me after the first half, sadly. But that half was so strong, it manages to weight up the rest. |
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Akanezora said: But that's exactly what this ending was. It doesn't make it invalid just because the way I said it offended you, princess.And these humans might want to hear a valid opinion and some argument behind it, instead of some "Hurr durr power of friendship and love bullshit". Takuan_Soho said: Are you purposedly trying to humiliate yourself for no reason? What do goths even have to do with this show or its fanbase? Do you also randomly call people "emo" whenever you feel the need to make your ego feel superior? You should really think twice before projecting that hard, it's really sad.You would probably be better off if you didn't base your faith in humanity on the opinions of a 15 year old goth.... Assuming there are still goths, they probably are passe now, but while the form may change, teenagers bitter about the world are about as eternal a thing as exist in this particular time space plane coordinate. pakoko said: Of course I gave it a 7, I loved it. It would be a 10/10 if the second half kept the charm that was the first half, I was really intrigued and amazed by this show. Madoka is also one of my favorite shows and I also found the ending to be like that, though it wasn't exactly a happy ending. I never said I disliked it, plus the ONAs are still rated as 8/10. If some desperate kids get nervous whenever someone goes beyond their opinions, that's their problem.Despite this comment, I'm glad you gave the show a 7 :). And I wouldn't make fun of the power of friendship and love because that shit's powerful... just kidding. But that same theme is pervasive in anime anyways so I wouldn't go trying to offend the show as well as some people out there by using expressions like "hurr durr" thinking it's funny. And also, the power of friendship and love seem to be a big part of a lot of the anime you seemed to have enjoyed, like Mahou Shoujo Madoka, so what's the problem with Kyouso Giga? In support of brianwuzhere and Akanezora, your comment is bound to pique the interest of lovers of Kyouso Giga, especially since it seems to have no sense of why you disliked it. |
Takuan_Soho said: Poser of what? Aren't you projecting yourself again? When did I say I wanted this to have a sad ending? Why do you keep trying to spout non-sense so you can have something to hold on when you really don't know what are you even trying to imply?Nah, I leave that for you. As for the "goth" quip, should I have used "poser" instead? What else do you call someone who thinks that a negative ending is somehow better than a happy ending just because it was negative? This show made it clear from the beginning, each episode started by saying that this show was about an "unusual" family; that you thought it was going to have any other ending but a family overcoming their dysfunction and becoming a family once again, is laughable. Never has the ending been so broadcasted by the show's director. That said, if you have an actual complaint about the show, please say it, most of the fans hear would love to hear an intelligent critique. But all you said was "Hurr the power friendship and love bullshit hurr so happy and united", shows that you didn't even understand the show (they weren't friends, they were all family members, grandfather, husband, wife, uncle, and four very different siblings (and even Myoue was their real child, half his heart was the fathers) - so maybe it was the "hrrr power of love", but it certainly wasn't about "friendship"), and made you sound like a petulant, smug little child. In short you are the kid you accuse others of being. How many times will I have to repeat that nobody has the same tastes and opinions? Why is it so hard for you to perceive something so simple? The last episodes were rushed and so was the ending, does that fact bother you that much? I have to admit that your attempt of looking mature and "logic" was almost successful, so congratulations for the effort. In short, you're a kiddo who calls anyone who opposes you "kids", a brat who's mad over japanese cartoons and calls others "emo" or "goth" as expected of all that unnecessary anger. Have a nice day, don't get so mad over things on the internet. |
MizusiDec 21, 2013 1:36 PM
| Oh beautiful anime. Family is everything. |
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| I'm surprised by how well the series came together by the end with that tight series of ten episodes. Watching how much they cared for each other even with the issues each of them faced was beautiful. I'm happy with the conclusion and seeing that these central characters who weren't at all sure what they were living for, have found reason to their existence. |
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| god rabbit shows up and say everything is just fine lol |
| Koto definitely wins my favorite character award. Can't remember a character I loved so much. She really is perfect! To think this little tomboy would become one of my favs. |
GhostCellDec 22, 2013 1:53 AM
Takuan_Soho said: No adult gets mad at petulant, smug little children, they find them amusing. As for not getting mad, read your own post and take a little of your own medicine. As for "people have different opinions". Yes they do, but adults can back up their opinions with arguments, adult also don't get mad when people challenge their opinions. Oh, and adults don't use the "I am rubber you are glue" argument. So in short if you don't want to be treated like a kid, stop acting like one. Though I should probably have not used the word "kid", I have met many kids who are far more mature than many adults, so I am tarring them by associating them with you. My apologies to them. Everyone who dislikes things you like is a goth. I'm going to repeat because you don't seem to get it: there is no need to be this mad, kid. |
| That was easily the best show of the year. I had some issues with underused characters and a few kinda poor explanations, but it was an amazing series, with good drama, fantasy, mystery and nice messages. 8/10 |
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| Unfortunately it took a bad chuunibyou turn after episode 6 and ended in meh. |
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| Well that was definitely an interesting and different finale for a strange show. Although this anime was really good it just never 'clicked' for me, I never looked forward to it even though I enjoyed it when I watched it and after finishing the whole thing I've got to say my favorite episode was the 5.5 live action special :p |
| 7.5/10 Not my type of anime, but there were a lot of scenes I liked. Quite emotional and grounded while all the crazy stuff was going on. I just didn't have the motivation to even try to get what was going on most of the time. Maybe if I marathoned it and wasn't watching 30 other anime this season. I think it's a case of you get what you put in. There are more than a few people I've seen write essay length blog posts and forum posts on each episode. And they all love it. |
RediceRyanDec 23, 2013 12:25 AM
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RediceRyan said: 7.5/10 Not my type of anime, but there were a lot of scenes I liked. Quite emotional and grounded while all the crazy stuff was going on. I just didn't have the motivation to even try to get what was going on most of the time. Maybe if I marathoned it and wasn't watching 30 other anime this season. I think it's a case of you get what you put in. There are more than a few people I've seen write essay length blog posts and forum posts on each episode. And they all love it. Yeah, I marathoned through this anime and it helped me get a lot more out of it, made me more invested in the characters and the story. |
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| What I thought was really random initially turned out to be pretty meaningful, I liked this series ^^ not sure on a rating, but somewhere along 7-8/10. |
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| Was confusing at times but a nice treat overall. The heroine is just too likeable. It was a fun adventure. 9/10 more please. |
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| I really loved this anime, the character designs, the plot, the animation and the rest are really breath-taking. As for me, I never liked animes with historical or cultural references but when I watched KSgiga, everything became interesting. Romance is not the main plot in this anime but I was really hooked with it. I love animes where my brain works--- in making different theories and possibilities that are related to the next events. The story is already finished but I really wish that they would make an OVA where it depicts on how their daily life went on, it will really cover up the holes that it left. For me it's a 9/10. It would be 10/10 if it's longer or if they shed light to the other characters (especially Fushimi and Hachiman). (Not to mention that in the PV of KSgiga, Usagi Koto looks like a villain and some there are some characters THAT never appeared in the series) |
| WOW what an ending!!!!!' So the beads is the instrument of life? And the hammer is instrument of death or the senseis heart? I don't understand how the beads saves lady koto? -1 for a bit boring first half but the second half is awesome! Overall 9/10 |
na35899 said: So the beads is the instrument of life? And the hammer is instrument of death or the senseis heart? I don't understand how the beads saves lady koto? Inari's godly powers were divided between Myoue (beads of creation) and MC Koto (hammer of destruction). Myoue was given the power of creation, but he just never used it, because he was so set on killing himself until the end of the show. So, with this power he can recreate the slowly fading Lady Koto and everyone who disappeared in the previous episode. Also, buddhists use prayer beads to chant mantras in hopes of reaching enlightenment aka rebirth. |
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