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7Th · 2007-04-08, 17:45

Here's the opening: http://www.dailymotion.com/relevance...kurano-opening.

Downloading the episode right now.

darkchibi07 · 2007-04-08, 18:07

Ooooo, the OP song is very enchanting!

7Th · 2007-04-08, 18:43

I loved the first episode... a lot. This time not a lot may have happened but the quiet and low-key yet ominous atmosphere was simply amazing and really well done, while everything was so relaxing and ethereal yet you could feel underneath a terrible future for the game the kids are now players in. The animation wasn't impressive by itself but the scene composition was as we could see from the trailer astounding and even the CGI Zearth was somewhat passable, although a 2D robot would have still been infinitely better but as the mecha battles themselves are Bokurano's least important plot point I can pass it this time, specially with the impressive characterizations at this adaptation. I must say that this introduction is actually better than the manga's first episode and if they keep the direction and pacing at this level... we're before something really great.

prince leon · 2007-04-08, 18:54

Summary+screenshots+op/ed links

Spoiler:

Sety · 2007-04-09, 12:04

I'm still slightly concerned at the fact Gonzo is involved in the project and as to whether the story will be mutilated or presented as it should be.

Impz · 2007-04-09, 21:39

I am surprised that no one has yet made much discussion onto it. In this episode 1

Spoiler for episode 1:

This is the start of the game, the battle using the mecha to protect Earth from the invasion of these alien beings by using the huge dark mecha. I always like the notion of Battle Royale, or the very fact that children are often used as a pawn for such unbloodied violence. It often resonates very deeply into the notion of children that are reckless with the futile battle of war. Bokurano makes use of this very clearly to play onto the hearts of the viewer, reminding of how even children are possibly stained by the dirt of war and deceit. It is a common plot technique and it is done in perfection, like all downright disturbing films.

I personally felt that the children seemed very diverse. For one, I am already curious about the relationship of Kana and Ushiro. One has joined the game while the younger one did not. Kana, in fact, is the only child currently in the game that has not played it and I do think that it has some implications in the future. I will presume right at the start (logically) that this battle is real and in fact consumes the pilot of the mecha as Kokopelli disappeared after fighting the enemy. Perhaps, he is transported to somewhere else, but I will be presumed he is obliterated or transported to another dimension after using this mecha.

Yet another foreboding is the “Me for everyone” and “Everyone for me” casual comment that went through between Aiko and Takami which was very ironic and will probably be one of the plot shifters when people become selfish and realize that death would finally occur if they will pilot the mecha. The situation needs a “Me for everyone” logic (like how Waku ironically said it’s like teamwork) but essentially, the game will down to a “Everyone for me” notion as they are fighting a lost cause where the end result for the short battle is death. No matter if they win or lose, the conclusion is the same.

I wondered why Kokopelli chose the kids. It feels like a really random choice, which shows the realism and irony of the story. Often, we have a plot of the chosen one, the plot of the promised that we forget that in life, the life changing situations are often the smallest things that suddenly turn into a complete morphing of a huge issue. This is the case here of deceit, where the children were asked innocently to join a game of death without the ability to think, the ability of choice but accepting death ahead without even having the chance to really fight back for survival. Kokopelli, no matter if he had said sorry, was just a selfish harsh man for doing that.

I also wrote up a summary, a face to name image of all the children and some of my other thoughts in my blog if anyone is keen.

Kaoru Chujo · 2007-04-10, 12:26

Episode 1 raw. The hype was justified. That was excellent anime. The slow but intense evolution of the story. The good establishment of the different characters, with some interesting character and relationship things. Generally good voice acting. The good animation, framing, backgrounds, character design, and background music. Strange and interesting mecha. Ishikawa Chiaki twice, with two good songs. Top notch. Now we'll see if they can keep up this high level. And we'll see whether I can stand it emotionally.

For me, this and Touka Gettan are the two highest-quality new shows I've seen so far. But they are in very different styles and genres.

And thanks, Impz, for the character face/name image.

Shiroth · 2007-04-10, 12:29

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Originally Posted by Kaoru Chujo

And we'll see whether I can stand it emotionally.

You'll break down like a lot of people shall, trust me. The anime also has the power of a musical score, which i loved to pieces in the first episode -- so wow, i can imagine what its going to be like later in the series.

wao · 2007-04-10, 13:54

*slaps face* I cannot believe I missed this when it came out! Great, I have to watch this in the evening! Oh man, I can't wait. I really can't wait.

Scribble · 2007-04-10, 16:46

I, for one, am really pleased that the musical score is decent. It's a factor that could propel this series to *amazing* status considering the deep and dramatic elements of Bokurano. It's good when a series' soundtrack sends shivers down your spine because it reminds you of a certain scene, and since this is Bokurano, I'm expecting to suffer whiplash by the time the series is done.

cereal_killerxx · 2007-04-10, 18:44

The first episode is out? Where can I download it? This series looks like it will be very promising.

Nightengale · 2007-04-10, 20:14

It's been out for a while now, but there's no fansub yet, so you'll have to go lurking around the sources.

Does anyone know who is the narrator in the beginning? I can't quite grasp who it actually was.

Regardless, episode 1 was good. It had a very strong and solid balance in regards to showing the neccesary portions of each particular character intertwined in the story of Bokurano. The most impressive thing was probably the voice acting, the atmospheric approach binded together with solid, fitting music. It really helps that both the OP and ED are good as well.

I was particularly impressed by Masaru and Daichi's seiyuu work, respectively by Hoshi Soichirou and Sugita Tomokazu. I've always felt that their "standard" type-casted voices were their weaker ones, and that they're more impressive in different roles that allows them to step up beyond their poster voices, even if their more genericly renowned voice is more in market demand.

My only beef is easily the CG...which frankly, is not THAT bad...it's just that even in that night scene, it was clearly apparent and didn't really fit all that nicely into the transition. I can only assume it's going to be worse in daylight scenes. Doesn't help that it wasn't that particularly impressive of a CG robot. There was a strange sense of blockiness to both of them.

cereal_killerxx · 2007-04-10, 20:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nightengale

It's been out for a while now, but there's no fansub yet, so you'll have to go lurking around the sources.

Does anyone know who is the narrator in the beginning? I can't quite grasp who it actually was.

Regardless, episode 1 was good. It had a very strong and solid balance in regards to showing the neccesary portions of each particular character intertwined in the story of Bokurano. The most impressive thing was probably the voice acting, the atmospheric approach binded together with solid, fitting music. It really helps that both the OP and ED are good as well.

I was particularly impressed by Masaru and Daichi's seiyuu work, respectively by Hoshi Soichirou and Sugita Tomokazu. I've always felt that their "standard" type-casted voices were their weaker ones, and that they're more impressive in different roles that allows them to step up beyond their poster voices, even if their more genericly renowned voice is more in market demand.

My only beef is easily the CG...which frankly, is not THAT bad...it's just that even in that night scene, it was clearly apparent and didn't really fit all that nicely into the transition. I can only assume it's going to be worse in daylight scenes. Doesn't help that it wasn't that particularly impressive of a CG robot. There was a strange sense of blockiness to both of them.

Who is going to be subbing this series then?

7Th · 2007-04-10, 20:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by cereal_killerxx

Who is going to be subbing this series then?

Triad, just be patient the subs will come.

prince leon · 2007-04-10, 21:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shiroth

You'll break down like a lot of people shall, trust me. The anime also has the power of a musical score, which i loved to pieces in the first episode -- so wow, i can imagine what its going to be like later in the series.

I cried quite a lot through almost all of the manga chapters I've seen so far. I just know it's going to happen again.

Especially since there is such a strong musical score.

Though I'm curious, did anyone else (who read the manga) feel their heart drop/a similar emotion when they showed Maki in the opening gasping/shocked at all the lights around her? I sure did. Along with a strong chill going down my back.

flou · 2007-04-10, 21:40

Me too T_T I didn't cry, but I felt very very depressed for the next few hours

Nightengale · 2007-04-10, 22:48

So...no one knows who's the seiyuu for the narrator in the beginning of the episode?

Diedrupo · 2007-04-11, 00:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nightengale

So...no one knows who's the seiyuu for the narrator in the beginning of the episode?

Hm, I thought it was Waku, but doesnt' sound like him. Which sucks because Waku narrated the beginning of the manga...

chrno_the_sinner · 2007-04-11, 08:36

That was definitely a well done first episode. It also clinched a thought I had about the manga:

Spoiler for the manga:

Quarkboy · 2007-04-11, 09:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by chrno_the_sinner

That was definitely a well done first episode. It also clinched a thought I had about the manga:

Spoiler for the manga:

Spoiler:

2007-04-08, 18:43	Link #83
7Th Mixtape Join Date: Feb 2006 Age: 35	I loved the first episode... a lot. This time not a lot may have happened but the quiet and low-key yet ominous atmosphere was simply amazing and really well done, while everything was so relaxing and ethereal yet you could feel underneath a terrible future for the game the kids are now players in. The animation wasn't impressive by itself but the scene composition was as we could see from the trailer astounding and even the CGI Zearth was somewhat passable, although a 2D robot would have still been infinitely better but as the mecha battles themselves are Bokurano's least important plot point I can pass it this time, specially with the impressive characterizations at this adaptation. I must say that this introduction is actually better than the manga's first episode and if they keep the direction and pacing at this level... we're before something really great. Last edited by 7Th; 2007-04-10 at 14:11.

2007-04-08, 18:54	Link #84
prince leon red knight Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: The Bahamas Age: 38	Summary+screenshots+op/ed links Spoiler: Very good episode. I loved how the characters were all brought to life by their respective seiyuu and the music was just too damn good to process (Ishikawa Chiaki sounds so hauntingly beautiful in both the OP and ED). I can't wait until the next episode the ones after that. It'll be so awesome when the shit starts hitting the fan. __________________ :: キタぜ陰謀! ::

2007-04-10, 12:26	Link #87
Kaoru Chujo Yuuki Aoi Join Date: Jul 2004	Episode 1 raw. The hype was justified. That was excellent anime. The slow but intense evolution of the story. The good establishment of the different characters, with some interesting character and relationship things. Generally good voice acting. The good animation, framing, backgrounds, character design, and background music. Strange and interesting mecha. Ishikawa Chiaki twice, with two good songs. Top notch. Now we'll see if they can keep up this high level. And we'll see whether I can stand it emotionally. For me, this and Touka Gettan are the two highest-quality new shows I've seen so far. But they are in very different styles and genres. And thanks, Impz, for the character face/name image. __________________ YUUKI Aoi 悠木碧. b92.03.27 (age 29). 2008 Kurenai (Murasaki). 2009 Yumeiro Pâtissière (Ichigo), Kiruminzuu (Riko), Yutori-chan (Yutori-chan). 2010 Vampire Bund (Mina Tepeş), Shiki (Sunako), Samurai Girls (Juubee), Pokémon: Black and White (Iris). 2011 Madoka Magica (Madoka), Gosick (Victorique), A-Channel (Tooru). 2012 Symphogear (Hibiki). 2014 Pilot's Love Song (Claire/Nina), Nanatsu no Taizai (Diane). 2015 Owari no Seraph (Krul Tepes), Rokka no Yuusha (Fremy). 2016 Boku no Hero Academia (Tsuyu, Froppy). 2017 Kino no Tabi (Kino). 2021 Kumo desu ga (watashi), Kaizoku Oujo (Karin), Heike Monogatari (Biwa), etc., etc. Total of 513 roles in anime and games.

2007-04-10, 13:54	Link #89
wao OK. Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Fields of High Attus Age: 34	slaps face I cannot believe I missed this when it came out! Great, I have to watch this in the evening! Oh man, I can't wait. I really can't wait. __________________ Thanks for the fish

2007-04-10, 20:14	Link #92
Nightengale ~Night of Gales~ Author Join Date: Dec 2005	It's been out for a while now, but there's no fansub yet, so you'll have to go lurking around the sources. Does anyone know who is the narrator in the beginning? I can't quite grasp who it actually was. Regardless, episode 1 was good. It had a very strong and solid balance in regards to showing the neccesary portions of each particular character intertwined in the story of Bokurano. The most impressive thing was probably the voice acting, the atmospheric approach binded together with solid, fitting music. It really helps that both the OP and ED are good as well. I was particularly impressed by Masaru and Daichi's seiyuu work, respectively by Hoshi Soichirou and Sugita Tomokazu. I've always felt that their "standard" type-casted voices were their weaker ones, and that they're more impressive in different roles that allows them to step up beyond their poster voices, even if their more genericly renowned voice is more in market demand. My only beef is easily the CG...which frankly, is not THAT bad...it's just that even in that night scene, it was clearly apparent and didn't really fit all that nicely into the transition. I can only assume it's going to be worse in daylight scenes. Doesn't help that it wasn't that particularly impressive of a CG robot. There was a strange sense of blockiness to both of them. __________________ *Night~and~Gale: ~ The Final Mythology of the Man who Defied Destiny.* The sleeping lion shall awaken beyond the depths of time, crossing ten billion lights, come to Terra.

2007-04-08, 17:45	Link #81
7Th Mixtape Join Date: Feb 2006 Age: 35	Here's the opening: http://www.dailymotion.com/relevance...kurano-opening. Downloading the episode right now.

2007-04-08, 18:07	Link #82
darkchibi07 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Age: 38	Ooooo, the OP song is very enchanting!

2007-04-09, 12:04	Link #85
Sety Lost in your Eyes~~~ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: UK	I'm still slightly concerned at the fact Gonzo is involved in the project and as to whether the story will be mutilated or presented as it should be.

2007-04-09, 21:39	Link #86
Impz Insanity Anime Blogger Join Date: Oct 2006	I am surprised that no one has yet made much discussion onto it. In this episode 1 Spoiler for episode 1: This is the start of the game, the battle using the mecha to protect Earth from the invasion of these alien beings by using the huge dark mecha. I always like the notion of Battle Royale, or the very fact that children are often used as a pawn for such unbloodied violence. It often resonates very deeply into the notion of children that are reckless with the futile battle of war. Bokurano makes use of this very clearly to play onto the hearts of the viewer, reminding of how even children are possibly stained by the dirt of war and deceit. It is a common plot technique and it is done in perfection, like all downright disturbing films. I personally felt that the children seemed very diverse. For one, I am already curious about the relationship of Kana and Ushiro. One has joined the game while the younger one did not. Kana, in fact, is the only child currently in the game that has not played it and I do think that it has some implications in the future. I will presume right at the start (logically) that this battle is real and in fact consumes the pilot of the mecha as Kokopelli disappeared after fighting the enemy. Perhaps, he is transported to somewhere else, but I will be presumed he is obliterated or transported to another dimension after using this mecha. Yet another foreboding is the “Me for everyone” and “Everyone for me” casual comment that went through between Aiko and Takami which was very ironic and will probably be one of the plot shifters when people become selfish and realize that death would finally occur if they will pilot the mecha. The situation needs a “Me for everyone” logic (like how Waku ironically said it’s like teamwork) but essentially, the game will down to a “Everyone for me” notion as they are fighting a lost cause where the end result for the short battle is death. No matter if they win or lose, the conclusion is the same. I wondered why Kokopelli chose the kids. It feels like a really random choice, which shows the realism and irony of the story. Often, we have a plot of the chosen one, the plot of the promised that we forget that in life, the life changing situations are often the smallest things that suddenly turn into a complete morphing of a huge issue. This is the case here of deceit, where the children were asked innocently to join a game of death without the ability to think, the ability of choice but accepting death ahead without even having the chance to really fight back for survival. Kokopelli, no matter if he had said sorry, was just a selfish harsh man for doing that. I also wrote up a summary, a face to name image of all the children and some of my other thoughts in my blog if anyone is keen.

2007-04-10, 16:46	Link #90
Scribble Sloth Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: London Age: 35	I, for one, am really pleased that the musical score is decent. It's a factor that could propel this series to amazing status considering the deep and dramatic elements of Bokurano. It's good when a series' soundtrack sends shivers down your spine because it reminds you of a certain scene, and since this is Bokurano, I'm expecting to suffer whiplash by the time the series is done.

2007-04-10, 18:44	Link #91
cereal_killerxx Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007	The first episode is out? Where can I download it? This series looks like it will be very promising.

2007-04-10, 21:40	Link #96
flou That's no lady Join Date: Dec 2005 Age: 33	Me too T_T I didn't cry, but I felt very very depressed for the next few hours

2007-04-10, 22:48	Link #97
Nightengale ~Night of Gales~ Author Join Date: Dec 2005	So...no one knows who's the seiyuu for the narrator in the beginning of the episode? __________________ *Night~and~Gale: ~ The Final Mythology of the Man who Defied Destiny.* The sleeping lion shall awaken beyond the depths of time, crossing ten billion lights, come to Terra.

2007-04-11, 08:36	Link #99
chrno_the_sinner Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004	That was definitely a well done first episode. It also clinched a thought I had about the manga: Spoiler for the manga: Yoko Machi is most likely the one who is not bound to the contract, due to her being (a) forced and (b) the last one to make the contract. The anime showed the order very clearly. Of course, we'll probably get this confirmed or denied after the current character.