(L) Shinkyoku Soukai Polyphonica Crimson S

[Phantasmagoria]

Last episode to go.

Sometimes I'd hate seeing short series (12 episodes) because I can't just get enough of Corti's animation, haha. (I don't normally re-watch anime too.)

I vaguely remember anything from the "prequel" because that was 2 years ago. But a girl with two different types of "body structure": One being cool and beautiful, the other cute and so lovely.. Yeah, I still can't forget Corti, haha.

I just got hooked on to Crimson S not too long ago and it seems that Phoron went back to square one, instead of the imbued skills he had back in the "prequel". The rest of other people like Eufinley, Prine, Perse and Renbart: I am pretty sure Crimson S is actually a flashback of the past because I don't remember seeing events happening in an Academia. The "prequel" series is more of what happens in future when they are grown adult (They have office, don't they?).

I didn't follow through the novels so my facts and figures are not quite on track, but I don't believe my memory fails me in that sense too, haha.

Anyway, I am glad this anime is back because it's one of the few you'd see a fusion between combat and music. (Wait, I've never actually came across any others with the same kind of battle - SSP is unique i.m.o.) Even though it looks abit lame when Eufinley is playing her violin and chatting with Phoron at the same time.. the scene itself can be quite a turn-off but when the spirit gets empowered, my interest had an instant arousal.

Spoiler for My prediction for Episode 12 (it's obvious):

The last episode.. Phoron saves the day, Corti gets powered up and blows off Borzon? I don't think there will be anymore Deus ex machina other than Phoron playing another awesome Commandia.

I need somemore 8-wings eyefeast before this anime ends, so I hope she display those sexiness and end everything epicly.

[relentlessflame]

Originally Posted by Phantasmagoria

I am pretty sure Crimson S is actually a flashback of the past because I don't remember seeing events happening in an Academia. The "prequel" series is more of what happens in future when they are grown adult (They have office, don't they?).

You've basically figured it out. This show is actually the "prequel" from a story perspective, and is based on the original games that started the franchise. The first Polyphonica anime series was based on the larger novel universe of after-stories and spin-offs, and took place after the game in the timeline. So if someone were new to the franchise, it'd probably be better to watch Crimson S first, and then maybe the first anime for some "bonus stories". This anime is the main "Crimson" story, though.

[Riker]

Spoiler for Episode 11:

Did anyone else notice this oopsie in episode 11?

When Phoron met up with Renbart, the latter informed him that Corti was in the lowest level. Phoron then proceed to run down the stairs where he met Eufinley fighting Layka. Fast foward to the scene where Renbart threw an explosive at that spirit who then shoots the magic spear upwards, bursting out of the floor to impale Layka. Wasn't she supposed to be on the floor below Renbart?

[Phantasmagoria]

Originally Posted by relentlessflame

You've basically figured it out. This show is actually the "prequel" from a story perspective, and is based on the original games that started the franchise. The first Polyphonica anime series was based on the larger novel universe of after-stories and spin-offs, and took place after the game in the timeline. So if someone were new to the franchise, it'd probably be better to watch Crimson S first, and then maybe the first anime for some "bonus stories". This anime is the main "Crimson" story, though.

Thanks for the clarification, and I hope there would be a continuation for the main "Crimson" story, or any other arc will do (to satisfy my hunger for those sexy one-man orchestra, haha).

And certainly:

Spoiler for Reflection and Review:

Crimson S ends off with a big bang. I knew she would leave the best towards the last segment, and that's the 8-wings I've been so intrigued with. I liked this series, though in terms of combat, the "prequel" definitely has more to offer. But looking at things in context, it is understandable for Phoron to be a newbie in the battlefield, so I won't take that into consideration for ratings. I would give Crimson S between a 7 or 8/10, but it could have done better because the last episode is too bland and generic for me. The linkage between the rise of Corti and Phoron's Commandia is too weak, with animation overpowered by background music which makes the awakening of Corti looked so abrupt and senseless.

I am cool with the happy ending - as expected from my predictions earlier, except Phoron is really too kind and I miscalculated that part.

Nevertheless, I am hoping for more Corti in times to come (which I believe that the possibility is really low).

Originally Posted by Riker

Spoiler for Episode 11:

Did anyone else notice this oopsie in episode 11?

When Phoron met up with Renbart, the latter informed him that Corti was in the lowest level. Phoron then proceed to run down the stairs where he met Eufinley fighting Layka. Fast foward to the scene where Renbart threw an explosive at that spirit who then shoots the magic spear upwards, bursting out of the floor to impale Layka. Wasn't she supposed to be on the floor below Renbart?

Spoiler for Episode 11:

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Eufinley - Higher level
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Renbart
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Corti - Lower level
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I think you've got the sequence confused, maybe you'd want to watch again or something.

[Riker]

Originally Posted by Phantasmagoria

Spoiler for Episode 11:

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Eufinley - Higher level
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Renbart
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Corti - Lower level
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I think you've got the sequence confused, maybe you'd want to watch again or something.

Spoiler for Episode 11:

No, I'm sure Phoron ran into Eufinley after meeting Renbart.

[Phantasmagoria]

Originally Posted by Riker

Spoiler for Episode 11:

No, I'm sure Phoron ran into Eufinley after meeting Renbart.

Spoiler for Episode 11:

Phoron first met up with Renbart, and next he ran down the stairs and saw Eufinley.

The logical floor plan would be:

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Renbart (H)
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Eufinley
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Corti (L)
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The spear travels upward from Renbart's platform to Eufinley's, when it is suppose to be downward.

I get what you mean now, unless we bring in the complexity of the building architecture, or it certainly looks like the oopsie you've said.

It's still possible for Renbart to be below Eufinley if you introduce a one-way-path, where Phoron has to first climb up the stairs, makes a transition and travel the stairway downwards to meet Eufinley, and continue making his way down in another interchange to find Corti.

In simpler words, it means that there's a huge wall that separates the two platform - It's ridiculous to make your way up and downwards thereafter when you don't have to make your way up at all.

Unless 1): Phoron couldn't find his way and he's running around without a plan, or 2): the hideout is sophisticated to begin with..

Kind of complicated, or maybe I'm just thinking too much.

[wa-totem]

Aww.

Episode 12 was awesome, even if predictable.

Looking from the perspective of the old series, the outcome was absolutely predictable, but... oh well.

And they played the vocal-on version of L'Aura/Dandelion too... though I was kinda shocked, that there was not a single line for the song in the credits!

Gah.

I wonder if they will release a rehashed OST of sorts... would be awesome.

[Midonin]

There is a Crimson S OST in the listings, so your wish will be granted. Once again, two discs.

[-Sho-]

Just watch the last episode (i watched the 1st and 2nd episode and i dropped but i wanted to watch the end to see how it ends )

So the blong guy isn't the bad guy here , not like the first release of this anime .
Just one thing , who was the little boy in the end ? Phoron's son ?

[lordxghostx]

Haha, I was kind of shocked to see corti's entire costume set when she turned 8 wings. I didnt read that at any point in the manga. Usually she just turns 6wings and blow every1 away.
I was also looking forward to MORE of Nanase's composures after I heard a few of them in the previous episodes. But seems like they just re-used them. Argh. If anything, i still think of the animation quite poorly, it just doesnt rub well with me, especially the way they drew the characters.

[wa-totem]

Originally Posted by Midonin

There is a Crimson S OST in the listings, so your wish will be granted. Once again, two discs.

YES!!
You just made my day, Good Sir.

Any details? Dates? Sources? JP is fine, too.

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Have a Corti:

Spoiler for 8-wing goodness:

[capped]

Originally Posted by lordxghostx

Haha, I was kind of shocked to see corti's entire costume set when she turned 8 wings. I didnt read that at any point in the manga. Usually she just turns 6wings and blow every1 away.
I was also looking forward to MORE of Nanase's composures after I heard a few of them in the previous episodes. But seems like they just re-used them. Argh. If anything, i still think of the animation quite poorly, it just doesnt rub well with me, especially the way they drew the characters.

I agree. Especially compared to the first episode while not 'crisp' like the 'first' series, was higher in detail. They dropped the ball later in the series.

[Midonin]

Originally Posted by wa-totem

Any details? Dates? Sources? JP is fine, too.

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The current release date is listed as 7/22.

[relentlessflame]

Originally Posted by Midonin

The current release date is listed as 7/22.

Here's the Amazon link as well. Priced at 3,200 Yen for the two-disc set. Looking forward to it!

[wa-totem]

Originally Posted by relentlessflame

Here's the Amazon link as well. Priced at 3,200 Yen for the two-disc set. Looking forward to it!

...and 6,200 for the new one and old "Atmosphere" OST bundle... *clickety-click*

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[Tatiana Razajev]

It may not have been the most grand series ever, but I definitely liked it. Then again it helps that I'm fond of Corti, Perse, Prine, and Mizel. Mizel needed more screen time. Prine's shoe throwing was kind of amusing.

[molitar]

Well I definitely enjoyed this one better than the first one. This one had a good plot and alot of action Loved it when she went into the Seed Spirit.. Borzon saying impossible.. why impossible after all it is the mother of Corti. All original spirits came from the Seed.. so in essence the Seed is the mother of the spirits. This was a good series. But the first didn't have much to draw me in.

[Manic]

yeah you cant even compare this one to the original, story wise they are worlds apart. I had no problems with this series and thought it was one of the better shows airing this season, and if it had aired in the winter it probably would have been the best.

I dont know anything about the game or novel, but was this all the story for corti/phoron or is there another story we might see down the road?

[Fishfood1]

Originally Posted by molitar

Well I definitely enjoyed this one better than the first one. This one had a good plot and alot of action

yeah i find this one significantly better than the first one. the first one was like... pointless with really bad animation. this one has a decent plot and a upgraded character design.

i enjoyed this one alot, probably more than some of the other highly popular ones out there this season.

[lordxghostx]

Originally Posted by Manic

yeah you cant even compare this one to the original, story wise they are worlds apart. I had no problems with this series and thought it was one of the better shows airing this season, and if it had aired in the winter it probably would have been the best.

I dont know anything about the game or novel, but was this all the story for corti/phoron or is there another story we might see down the road?

What this anime has done is follow the original game I believe, which is covered in essentially only 1 of the 8 existing light novels. So yes, there are alot more other stories about them kicking butt for the good of the world. After all, they did become legends in their own right after everything was done and over. A pair that even transcended the 4 great dantists I believe. So yea, there are alot more to the universe of Polyphonica, but only if u follow the light novels which unfortunately are avaliable in only Jap. But hey, look at it this way, u get to see epic illustrations from the man himself, Noboru Kannatsuki.

Well we can always hope for another season right? Who knows? If demand is strong enough... Hehe.