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kyouray · 2010-10-29, 23:20

Blu-ray box cover illustrated by Takeuchi :

& DVD cover for the epilogue :

Shiroth · 2010-10-30, 05:01

Oh wow that Blu-ray cover. Just wow.

Kakkou · 2010-10-30, 05:06

I can never stop being impressed at how far Takeuchi's art has come from his Tsukihime days

darktruth · 2010-10-30, 07:39

I'm glad I pre-ordered Sofmap's release of the blu-ray boxset before the cut off date for the store exclusive bonuses. Also pre-ordered it from Animate many months ago when it was first announced, so yeah two copies of the BD set for me just like I said I would do lol. (I am tempted to pre-order from Gamers and Getchu.com for their exclusive bonuses though)

DragoZERO · 2010-11-22, 22:25

Finally watched this. I don't know what took me so long either.

Simply amazing. They did such a great job, nothing was left unanswered at all, it was complete.

Things sure did get graphic though, too much blood at times. Could have done without the rape as well.

I loved all the characters, especially Azaka, wish we had more of her.

I liked the fifth movie the best. Plenty of action and Nasu goodness to rack my brain.

One question, which has most certainly been answered but I am going to ask anyway: Was the novel non-linear as well?

vaden · 2010-11-23, 05:19

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Originally Posted by DragoZERO

One question, which has most certainly been answered but I am going to ask anyway: Was the novel non-linear as well?

Yes. The stories were in pretty much the same order in the original work.

DragoZERO · 2010-11-23, 11:33

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Originally Posted by vaden

Yes. The stories were in pretty much the same order in the original work.

Ahh... thanks. That was my biggest question regarding the adaptation. I do plan on watching it again, but I'll do it chronologically this time.

Man... I wish we had more Azaka, lol.

Yuna Amakura · 2010-11-23, 13:41

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Originally Posted by DragoZERO

Could have done without the rape as well.

Really? I think that, albeit a strong scene, it was incredibly necessary for the whole development of the plot of the third movie, and I thought it was well handled.

Love Azaka as well, even though she really does not add to the story. But just her interaction with Shiki in the 6th movie was enough.

DragoZERO · 2010-11-23, 14:20

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Originally Posted by Yuna Amakura

Really? I think that, albeit a strong scene, it was incredibly necessary for the whole development of the plot of the third movie, and I thought it was well handled.

It was handled good and I don't think it should have been left out...it just...didn't have to be as lengthy.

Quote:

Love Azaka as well, even though she really does not add to the story. But just her interaction with Shiki in the 6th movie was enough.

Well, she presented Shiki with a rival so we had a chance to see Shiki a little jealous.

Haak · 2010-11-24, 03:46

I think the Kara no Kyoukai series benefits tremendously from watching a second time. There's so many subtle things I didn't catch the first. (Like the full meaning behind Mikiya stabbing Alba).

DragoZERO · 2010-11-24, 08:36

I hope the BDs are released by someone, then I'll watch it again. Especially episode five. There was so much going on in that one... my mind was in a spiral by the end of it.

darktruth · 2010-11-28, 07:43

Some more little KnK merch I got in today. I just wish the blu-ray boxset would already be released since I've already paid in advance the full amount of the price for my Sofmap order.

Spoiler for latest KnK merch:

DragoZERO · 2010-11-28, 12:49

That's awesome. I love how the artwork wasn't changed so much. Like in Fate, there is a big difference between the original work and the anime.

Mercurius · 2010-11-29, 02:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by darktruth

Some more little KnK merch I got in today. I just wish the blu-ray boxset would already be released since I've already paid in advance the full amount of the price for my Sofmap order.

Spoiler for latest KnK merch:

May I ask where you purchased this merchandise from? That Ep. 7 poster looks gorgeous.

And was there ever an official art book released for the movies?

darktruth · 2010-11-29, 07:08

Most of it is from Yahoo Japan Auctions though some of the key animation books were bought from Mandarake.

The closest ones to an official art book in full colour for KnK are the full colour key animation art collection (gengashuus) that was released over 3 volumes to cover all 7 movies. They were only sold at Comiket as far as I know and are not the same as the black cover key animation books you see in the photos. Check below to see what I'm talking about

Spoiler:

The black cover key animation art collection books are sold on Ufotable's webshop where one was made for every single movie (Movies 5 and 7 had two made since they were quite long movies) and mainly consist of black and white sketches of certain scenes in the movie. Ufotable doesn't ship internationally so you're either going to have to use a deputy service to buy it or hope to find some of it listed on Mandarake (which some of it are listed right now).

In addition to that, there's also the storyboard e-conte collections where one was made for each movie and the Comiket 77 exclusive Staff Book Message Collection which I posted about on the previous page.

Mercurius · 2010-12-06, 01:29

Thanks for the info! I remember seeing the black cover key animation art collection books at the Ufotable booth at the 2008 Tokyo Anime Fair. I didn't pick them up since they seemed rather sparse. Sad that they didn't release a full color art books, as this was definitely the most beautiful series I've ever seen.

kyouray · 2010-12-06, 15:10

These key animation books are sure nice and worth to checking out for those interested into animation but I've only the books of the 5th movie since it's really expensive...

By the way the official website uploaded a picture of the package (thanks to muhootsaver).

Gorgeous.

DragoZERO · 2010-12-06, 15:15

That looks so nice. I would have to something like that. A hardcover art book with staff & cast interviews, character stats, and other info, is the best bonus. But then again... I don't think I'd spend that kind of money on something like this. (This costs ￥52,500 which is $635!)

brocko · 2010-12-06, 20:52

If you're spending that much money on it, it better damn well be as nice as possible!

Truly is a fine packagae indeed. Makes me want to cry that i won't be able to have it lol

darktruth · 2010-12-07, 04:34

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Originally Posted by brocko

Truly is a fine packagae indeed. Makes me want to cry that i won't be able to have it lol

lol, if it's any comfort to you, I'll have 2 copies of that BD boxset.

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DragoZERO Spoilaphobic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Age: 37	Finally watched this. I don't know what took me so long either. Simply amazing. They did such a great job, nothing was left unanswered at all, it was complete. Things sure did get graphic though, too much blood at times. Could have done without the rape as well. I loved all the characters, especially Azaka, wish we had more of her. I liked the fifth movie the best. Plenty of action and Nasu goodness to rack my brain. One question, which has most certainly been answered but I am going to ask anyway: Was the novel non-linear as well? __________________ • Anime List \| Manga List \| Manga Thread Template •

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Haak Me, An Intellectual Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: UK Age: 33	I think the Kara no Kyoukai series benefits tremendously from watching a second time. There's so many subtle things I didn't catch the first. (Like the full meaning behind Mikiya stabbing Alba). __________________ MAL \| AnimeSuki Choice Awards 2020 Winners

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DragoZERO Spoilaphobic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Age: 37	I hope the BDs are released by someone, then I'll watch it again. Especially episode five. There was so much going on in that one... my mind was in a spiral by the end of it. __________________ • Anime List \| Manga List \| Manga Thread Template •

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Kakkou Tch. Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Australia	I can never stop being impressed at how far Takeuchi's art has come from his Tsukihime days

2010-10-30, 07:39	Link #1564
darktruth Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006	I'm glad I pre-ordered Sofmap's release of the blu-ray boxset before the cut off date for the store exclusive bonuses. Also pre-ordered it from Animate many months ago when it was first announced, so yeah two copies of the BD set for me just like I said I would do lol. (I am tempted to pre-order from Gamers and Getchu.com for their exclusive bonuses though)

2010-11-28, 07:43	Link #1572
darktruth Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006	Some more little KnK merch I got in today. I just wish the blu-ray boxset would already be released since I've already paid in advance the full amount of the price for my Sofmap order. Spoiler for latest KnK merch:

2010-11-28, 12:49	Link #1573
DragoZERO Spoilaphobic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Age: 37	That's awesome. I love how the artwork wasn't changed so much. Like in Fate, there is a big difference between the original work and the anime. __________________ • Anime List \| Manga List \| Manga Thread Template •

2010-11-29, 07:08	Link #1575
darktruth Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006	Most of it is from Yahoo Japan Auctions though some of the key animation books were bought from Mandarake. The closest ones to an official art book in full colour for KnK are the full colour key animation art collection (gengashuus) that was released over 3 volumes to cover all 7 movies. They were only sold at Comiket as far as I know and are not the same as the black cover key animation books you see in the photos. Check below to see what I'm talking about Spoiler: The black cover key animation art collection books are sold on Ufotable's webshop where one was made for every single movie (Movies 5 and 7 had two made since they were quite long movies) and mainly consist of black and white sketches of certain scenes in the movie. Ufotable doesn't ship internationally so you're either going to have to use a deputy service to buy it or hope to find some of it listed on Mandarake (which some of it are listed right now). In addition to that, there's also the storyboard e-conte collections where one was made for each movie and the Comiket 77 exclusive Staff Book Message Collection which I posted about on the previous page.

2010-12-06, 01:29	Link #1576
Mercurius Member Join Date: Jan 2006	Thanks for the info! I remember seeing the black cover key animation art collection books at the Ufotable booth at the 2008 Tokyo Anime Fair. I didn't pick them up since they seemed rather sparse. Sad that they didn't release a full color art books, as this was definitely the most beautiful series I've ever seen. __________________

2010-12-06, 15:10	Link #1577
kyouray 2D > 3D Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: France Age: 35	These key animation books are sure nice and worth to checking out for those interested into animation but I've only the books of the 5th movie since it's really expensive... By the way the official website uploaded a picture of the package (thanks to muhootsaver). Gorgeous. __________________ Twitter

2010-12-06, 15:15	Link #1578
DragoZERO Spoilaphobic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Age: 37	That looks so nice. I would have to something like that. A hardcover art book with staff & cast interviews, character stats, and other info, is the best bonus. But then again... I don't think I'd spend that kind of money on something like this. (This costs ￥52,500 which is $635!) __________________ • Anime List \| Manga List \| Manga Thread Template •

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brocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: ¯\(º_o)/¯	If you're spending that much money on it, it better damn well be as nice as possible! Truly is a fine packagae indeed. Makes me want to cry that i won't be able to have it lol __________________ http://www.freerice.com/ - For each word you get right, 10 grains of rice is donated through the UN to help end world hunger.