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OceanBlue · 2012-04-12, 21:24

The setting was really foreign to me, as someone who was expecting something closer to E7, but that feeling quickly went away as I learned to accept this new setting.

That being said, this has tons of stuff I like. Mecha fights, a promise of intrigue and conflict of some sort, a protagonist who's willing to stand up for himself, a childhood friend, and cute girls

. I can't wait to see where they go with this.

I didn't realize it until I watched this episode, but this season is amazing.

Wandering_Youth · 2012-04-12, 21:47

Uh, I'm lost in the setting of this anime. It's a sequel to the first E7, but how come all the continents, technology, and governments are from the old Earth appear in the anime? The one thing I can say for sure, is that it does feel like a E7 anime.

velocd · 2012-04-12, 21:58

My expectations were low from reading the manga, but this episode was excellent. This definitely feels like Eureka Seven. Can't wait for more.

karuroso · 2012-04-12, 21:59

err...the original e7 didn't used normal countries names nor our calendar but now is using it? teh hell Bones? doesn't make any sense at all how even the people from the time of the series knows those names D= or I'm missing something? The only part regarding this that I remember is that the continents became what they once were at the end when the coral left the planet, or so I think it was like that =X

mochichan · 2012-04-12, 22:32

I liked Eureka so I was kinda thrown off that things changed but over all the first ep is pretty good

Zaresh · 2012-04-12, 22:57

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Originally Posted by Wandering_Youth

Uh, I'm lost in the setting of this anime. It's a sequel to the first E7, but how come all the continents, technology, and governments are from the old Earth appear in the anime? The one thing I can say for sure, is that it does feel like a E7 anime.

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Originally Posted by karuroso

err...the original e7 didn't used normal countries names nor our calendar but now is using it? teh hell Bones? doesn't make any sense at all how even the people from the time of the series knows those names D= or I'm missing something? The only part regarding this that I remember is that the continents became what they once were at the end when the coral left the planet, or so I think it was like that =X

This is a guess, so I'm gonna write it under spoiler tags, but...

Spoiler for guessing:

That would make AO a sequel, but a sequel taking place in the past.

Flawfinder · 2012-04-12, 23:20

Not being a E7 fan, I found the episode okay. I'll probably keep with this too, but I probably won't pay as much attention as the other two Thursday shows on Noitamina (there are just way too many good anime airing this season). This just better be self-contained.

Kaoru Chujo · 2012-04-12, 23:59

Loved the first ep. Just as an anime on its own, regardless of the original. Really effective in many ways, it seemed to me. The connection to the original even adds to that.

Miyamoto Kanako, who plays Naru, has done more idol work up to now, but had a real breakout role as Fuu's little brother in Tamayura. Her voice has that amateurish flatness sometimes, but she also conveys feeling and personality.

Motoshiro Yuutarou, who plays Ao, is only 15, but has had a role or two a year since he was eight. He was excellent.

And I also liked the ED. I was enjoying it when I saw the credits go by with the name of Stereopony, whose OP for Darker than Black 2 I loved.

rpgman1 · 2012-04-13, 00:09

Found this episode quite interesting since I watch the original E7. There are still mysteries left unresolved anyway and glad E7 still continues.

Jarmel · 2012-04-13, 00:16

On its own it's fine, however this makes no sense as a sequel to the original unless timetravel or alternate dimension jumping is involved. Also not sure where they're going with the plot as it seems leaving Okinawa should happen sooner rather than later.

webkid94 · 2012-04-13, 01:30

Don't get the hate for the ED, it's not that bad.

Anyways, I'm liking this already. The first series was a big pile of 'meh', and I didn't care for Renton or Eureka. Ao is doing a better job of me not having to smash my fist through the monitor. Too much terminology, that's the big problem with this show is that it loves to throw out so much stuff and hardly explain some of it.

Guardian Enzo · 2012-04-13, 01:38

Wait - I thought it was already decided that this was a disaster? What happened?? Did they bother to air it anyway?

Patriot's Blade · 2012-04-13, 01:40

i think we need a sub thread for the Eureka series

MasterVampire · 2012-04-13, 01:43

Any groups subbing this?

Justice Knight · 2012-04-13, 01:49

before i start watching ,is this a sequel or what? I have never watch the previous E7 series before.

rpgman1 · 2012-04-13, 01:56

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Originally Posted by MasterVampire

Any groups subbing this?

gg is subbing the series and have already did the 1st episode.

SQA · 2012-04-13, 01:59

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Originally Posted by Justice Knight

before i start watching ,is this a sequel or what? I have never watch the previous E7 series before.

It's listed as a sequel, but at the moment, your guess is as good as die-hard fans as to where this will actually sit. But you won't get the subtle visual references without a knowledge of the first series. I don't think you'll miss anything, at least through episode 1.

As for the first episode, it's nice that Dai Sato is back for this. Though I'm not sure why he went for a pen name for this. My guess is there will be some specific meaning behind it. Like all of his character names. If it this somehow isn't Sato's work, someone is doing a very good job mimicking him. These characters feel like they jump right out of Eureka 7. (Which I was watching today in anticipation, haha)

Jarmel · 2012-04-13, 02:28

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Originally Posted by Guardian Enzo

Wait - I thought it was already decided that this was a disaster? What happened?? Did they bother to air it anyway?

I'm still expecting this to be a wreck at the end when it comes to the writing. The directing and production values are certainly there but we'll see how they handle the big twist.

Daniel Lind · 2012-04-13, 02:29

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As for the first episode, it's nice that Dai Sato is back for this. Though I'm not sure why he went for a pen name for this.

Uh, what? Citation needed on that.

creb · 2012-04-13, 09:24

That was great. Have largely avoided the thread and drama of people predicting whether a show is going to be good or not, so don't have any of that baggage.

Ao is already about a billion times more palatable than Renton ever was, and I still thought Eureka Seven was excellent, so now I have high hopes for Astral Ocean.

2012-04-12, 21:47	Link #502
Wandering_Youth lost in wonder forever... Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: edge of my dream in the land of twilight...ZzzZzZ	Uh, I'm lost in the setting of this anime. It's a sequel to the first E7, but how come all the continents, technology, and governments are from the old Earth appear in the anime? The one thing I can say for sure, is that it does feel like a E7 anime. __________________

2012-04-12, 22:32	Link #505
mochichan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012	I liked Eureka so I was kinda thrown off that things changed but over all the first ep is pretty good __________________ AkayBeeeeee~~ 488888! / My Deviantart

2012-04-12, 23:20	Link #507
Flawfinder Loves the Experience Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Earth...hopefully	Not being a E7 fan, I found the episode okay. I'll probably keep with this too, but I probably won't pay as much attention as the other two Thursday shows on Noitamina (there are just way too many good anime airing this season). This just better be self-contained. __________________ My Awesome Anime Blog: Standing On My Neck

2012-04-12, 23:59	Link #508
Kaoru Chujo Yuuki Aoi Join Date: Jul 2004	Loved the first ep. Just as an anime on its own, regardless of the original. Really effective in many ways, it seemed to me. The connection to the original even adds to that. Miyamoto Kanako, who plays Naru, has done more idol work up to now, but had a real breakout role as Fuu's little brother in Tamayura. Her voice has that amateurish flatness sometimes, but she also conveys feeling and personality. Motoshiro Yuutarou, who plays Ao, is only 15, but has had a role or two a year since he was eight. He was excellent. And I also liked the ED. I was enjoying it when I saw the credits go by with the name of Stereopony, whose OP for Darker than Black 2 I loved. __________________ 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.

2012-04-13, 01:30	Link #511
webkid94 Senior Member Author Join Date: Dec 2007	Don't get the hate for the ED, it's not that bad. Anyways, I'm liking this already. The first series was a big pile of 'meh', and I didn't care for Renton or Eureka. Ao is doing a better job of me not having to smash my fist through the monitor. Too much terminology, that's the big problem with this show is that it loves to throw out so much stuff and hardly explain some of it. __________________ MyAnimeList Profile My Blog: Oasis Crossing ~The Book of Friends~

2012-04-12, 21:24	Link #501
OceanBlue Not an expert on things Join Date: Jun 2007	The setting was really foreign to me, as someone who was expecting something closer to E7, but that feeling quickly went away as I learned to accept this new setting. That being said, this has tons of stuff I like. Mecha fights, a promise of intrigue and conflict of some sort, a protagonist who's willing to stand up for himself, a childhood friend, and cute girls . I can't wait to see where they go with this. I didn't realize it until I watched this episode, but this season is amazing.

2012-04-12, 21:58	Link #503
velocd Witcher, with tenure Join Date: Sep 2004	My expectations were low from reading the manga, but this episode was excellent. This definitely feels like Eureka Seven. Can't wait for more.

2012-04-12, 21:59	Link #504
karuroso Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009	err...the original e7 didn't used normal countries names nor our calendar but now is using it? teh hell Bones? doesn't make any sense at all how even the people from the time of the series knows those names D= or I'm missing something? The only part regarding this that I remember is that the continents became what they once were at the end when the coral left the planet, or so I think it was like that =X

2012-04-13, 00:09	Link #509
rpgman1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Lawrenceville, GA Age: 43	Found this episode quite interesting since I watch the original E7. There are still mysteries left unresolved anyway and glad E7 still continues.

2012-04-13, 00:16	Link #510
Jarmel Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006	On its own it's fine, however this makes no sense as a sequel to the original unless timetravel or alternate dimension jumping is involved. Also not sure where they're going with the plot as it seems leaving Okinawa should happen sooner rather than later.

2012-04-13, 01:40	Link #513
Patriot's Blade its Ghost Madoka time!!! Join Date: May 2009 Location: brunei darusalam	i think we need a sub thread for the Eureka series __________________ "legends said that Alto Saotome made a correct decision, he left both Ranka Lee & Sheryl Nome to marry the skies & proceed to make love with her, it was a long sight to behold according to the witnesses, the sky is now pregnant"

2012-04-13, 01:43	Link #514
MasterVampire Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010	Any groups subbing this?

2012-04-13, 01:49	Link #515
Justice Knight Haro Pwned U!!!! Join Date: Dec 2005	before i start watching ,is this a sequel or what? I have never watch the previous E7 series before. __________________

2012-04-13, 09:24	Link #520
creb Hiding Under Your Bed Join Date: May 2008	That was great. Have largely avoided the thread and drama of people predicting whether a show is going to be good or not, so don't have any of that baggage. Ao is already about a billion times more palatable than Renton ever was, and I still thought Eureka Seven was excellent, so now I have high hopes for Astral Ocean. __________________ http://myanimelist.net/animelist/creb http://myanimelist.net/mangalist/creb It feels like years since they've been updated, btw. Also, cake.