(L) Hakuouki: Shinsengumi Kitan anime (Seasons 1 & 2)

[MeoTwister5]

I expect that before the half-way point she will at least end up having to fight someone herself without someone having to save her butt, and probably at that point or after that point she will probably end up killing her first person. Sort of an expected event for a character of her type in series like this, but given that she's going to be at or close to the front lines of the group now she'll at least develop better fighting skills and end up having to kill if need be.

[MikaMiaka]

Originally Posted by Kanon

That's exactly what I was thinking when I watched the episode. Saito even scold her about being defenceless when he saves her, she just nods and doesn't do anything about it

Nice episode. The bad guys are insanely strong, they beat up Okita and Heisuke effortlessly. Chizuru looked even cuter than usual in this episode, I also liked the scene with her and the two guys at the festival, though the end made me laugh a bit with the shoujo bubbles and the slow motion. Chizuru looked soooo happy that her harem is growing

More action in the next episode, it looks like the plot is moving fast.

LOL, I was cracking up the whole time too. It was ridiculous, but I'm a sucker for it. How do the creators know these things?! Hah.

Yeah, the bad guys are really strong, still waiting for the gun carrying guy to make an appearance. I guess it'll be one of those "can't win until you power up" kinda things. I wonder if we'll get the main evil guy falling for her as well. I would LOVE that. hah. And she did look cute this ep., I like how she says, "hai!" so enthusiastically all the time.

[Blue-kun]

Yeah, the scene where the three start running holding hands was definitely hilarious. Especially since they really went all-out trying to make it look really sparkly and fabulous.

Anyway, this was another good episode. The action was alright, although it was weird to see them slaughter that huge group so easily and then have their asses handed to them by the other two guys. Special note to the awesome punch that made the kid fly like 5 meters and crash against the wall, hahaha.

Also, what's up with that scene where the glasses guy (I'm sorry, I'm terrible with names and I still don't know what he's called, hahaha. S... something!) was holding his hand? Seems like it's not completely recovered yet, as he was trying to claim. Wonder if it'll play a big part in the future and actually compromise one of their plans, eh.

Next week seems like we're getting to a somewhat important battle, so I'm looking forward to it. :V

[Haak]

Originally Posted by Blue-kun

Special note to the awesome punch that made the kid fly like 5 meters and crash against the wall, hahaha.

I actually thought his skull had cracked from that punch. His skull should've cracked (Then again, that other guy's hand should've broken from punching a guy's forehead, but it looks like he has super-stength or something and has the obvious Required Secondary Powers That Are Never Mentioned.)

[Kaoru Chujo]

Originally Posted by Blue-kun

Yeah, the scene where the three start running holding hands was definitely hilarious. Especially since they really went all-out trying to make it look really sparkly and fabulous.

Anyway, this was another good episode. The action was alright, although it was weird to see them slaughter that huge group so easily and then have their asses handed to them by the other two guys. Special note to the awesome punch that made the kid fly like 5 meters and crash against the wall, hahaha....

Fabuloso sparkle haha. Requires strong suspension of disbelief -- which I managed to give it. Fun scene.

The two guys who defeated them so easily are rather special, I think we will find. Super-powers either medically or supernaturally enhanced? Maybe a connection with papa?

[Shiroth]

Originally Posted by Kanon

I also liked the scene with her and the two guys at the festival, though the end made me laugh a bit with the shoujo bubbles and the slow motion. Chizuru looked soooo happy that her harem is growing

I'm just glad the show can show it's routes when needed.

Chizuru keeps on smiling every few minutes, and i fall all the more deeply in love with her.

[Haak]

Oh yes, bloody violence and death, followed by two guys and girl giggling like little schoolgirls.

[kitten320]

Originally Posted by Blue-kun

Also, what's up with that scene where the glasses guy (I'm sorry, I'm terrible with names and I still don't know what he's called, hahaha. S... something!) was holding his hand? Seems like it's not completely recovered yet, as he was trying to claim. Wonder if it'll play a big part in the future and actually compromise one of their plans, eh.

Hid hand won't get better, it was even stated in episode 1. That's hwat maked him depressed that he can't do anything.

though I do think that he will eventually do something out of ordinary... and probably will get killed later.

EDIT: Some images

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[Joojoobees]

Originally Posted by MikaMiaka

That's true, and I agree that she's not expected to be any good with the sword yet, but it's not just that. It's just ridiculous that she had her sword sheathed the whole time. She could at least pretend to fight by having it out and ready. it makes no sense to run into a place like that ithout your sword out; it's not a matter of competence but a matter of common sense.

I'm not sure I agree with that. Waving an unsheathed sword around is just as likely to attract extra attention, thus extra attackers. Not that that I'm against her defending herself, if it comes to that.

[MikaMiaka]

Originally Posted by Joojoobees

I'm not sure I agree with that. Waving an unsheathed sword around is just as likely to attract extra attention, thus extra attackers. Not that that I'm against her defending herself, if it comes to that.

I'm sorry, but I don't think this makes any sense at all, lol. Just by recklessly charging in there, you're already drawing attention. I mean, you just don't charge into a fight like that without having your weapon ready. At least pick up a rock or something, lol. Like Kanon said, at least draw your sword at top of the stairs when Saitou comes to the rescue. Don't just nod when told you need to protect yourself -- bust out the sword, girl! Anyway, small issue, but kinda lends itself to the direction her character will take.

[King Lycan]

Watching the first episode opinion later

[White Manju Bun]

I try to contribute to the conversation, I mean I like the storyline but then I see this...



and my brain slowly leaks out my ear...

[Haak]

^ Which is probably why I'm trying too hard to focus on the storyline.

[Shiroth]

Heh, that probably is the best piece of fanart i've seen from this series.

[kitten320]

Is it true that this series will have only 12 episodes?

[Haak]

As far as I'm aware of, there are only 13 episodes.

[germanturkey]

aha. the hand holding and running made me laugh out loud. seems like we get to see Kenshin in Hitokiri mode? sweet!!

[kitten320]

Eeehhh? 0_o
I though it would be longer! And by seeing all those picture where they have new outfits and all... I don't see it all fitting in only 12-13 episodes T_T

[PreSage]

Originally Posted by Haak

As far as I'm aware of, there are only 13 episodes.

NOOOooooo!!!! Well, I can't imagine them getting too far into any good plot with so little episodes. HakuShin plot is a lot longer than just 13 episodes. I wish they would make it at least 26 episodes.

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Gah! I love this pic of Hijikata.














Mr. Hottie!baddie!

[MikaMiaka]

Originally Posted by PreSage

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Gah! I love this pic of Hijikata.

I love that one too -- any chance you can post where you found that one? I want a bigger wallpaper size, lol. Thanks. -- nm, found.

Edit: there's also a bunch of pics here. Giant desktop wallpapers and stuff. There's more if you look around further than the page linked.