The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya - Episode 1 Discussion / Poll [2006 TV ep. 2]

[ECFNW]

This is only the second time I think I've ever given a 10 to any anime episode, and I can't remember another recent anime episode that I've watched so many times and still enjoy watching.

[Shirobane]

Originally Posted by Pakxenon

Somebody voted a "1".

Overrated: Quality does not meet popularity expectations.

Suzumiya Haruhi is definately not overrated. Very well underrated, actually, until popularity soars even more (not according to seeds:leechers, though XD).

*shrugs* so one person voted a 1 in the poll, it's not the end of the world. I think there's too much emphasis on what others like. What's most important is what you, as the viewer like. And if you find someone that mutually enjoys what you like, then there could be some discussion that comes out of it. I'm not really sure if the poll is really necessary for a discussion thread, but it's the will of the mods. Personally, Suzumiya Haruhi and Ouran HS Host Club are in a tight race for the throne for this season with Suzumiya having the slight advantage from its near-perfect presentation, but hey that's my view and not everyone agrees with it.

Now on-topic for a little bit, I can't wait for episode 3 to be subbed, hopefully the rest of the cast will be introduced...or hell I'd settle for Tsuyura-san being introduced

That is if I can wait that long for the subs...O.o

[Pakxenon]

Suzumiya Haruhi > Ouran HSHC = School Rumble SS, after having sat through ep2 of the last two. This season is going to be awesome!

[Pellissier]

I don't give tens to anime episodes unless they strictly deserve it.
This episode started off very quick and I made up my mind already: "Want to play fast? Then don't dare to show any slowliness!". Yeah, that's what I thought.
Surprisingly enough, the episode kept its fast (somehow even exasperated) pace all the way through, and above kept the substance and the brilliancy. Haruhi candidated as best character of 2006 as for now, Kyon may be the best male lead? Don't really know, but the premises are astonishing.

School Rumble meeting Kareshi Kanojo no Jijou (His and Her Circumstances) ? Who knows.

Meanwhile it's just Suzumiya Haruhi, whereas animations, voice acting, (?) story (?), characters, enjoyment, there's really nothing out of place so far.


10/10

[Vexx]

Originally Posted by Shirobane

*shrugs* so one person voted a 1 in the poll, it's not the end of the world. ...

Really.. all the polls are good for is to check how people whose judgement you trust voted when checking out a new series. The numbers alone tell me nothing. Even if 99% of the votes said it was garbage... if the 1% who liked it consisted of people who have not led me astray in other recommendations - I'd give it a look.
Certain people I've developed a sense of that if they like something, the odds are pretty good I'm going to like it. Other people I use for contrarian checks --- if they like it, I probably won't.

Haruhi has been interesting because people I otherwise would completely disregard also have expressed a love for the show, so its always a wobbly balance

So... when Furudanuki, Pellisier, and a handful of others like something - I tend to listen. Hopefully when a handful of other people hear I like something, they take note.

[Onizuka-GTO]

Actually the single bad vote is quite a good thing, its way better then anything in between. You either love the show or hate it, no way in between. its better then people waffing and whinging because it's between.

[npal]

Well, I think the show seems ok, but Haruhi is nuts. I hope they skip the breast fondling next time

Don't worry Mikuru, I'll protect you!

[lavielove]

Originally Posted by Pakxenon

Somebody voted a "1".

Overrated: Quality does not meet popularity expectations.

Suzumiya Haruhi is definately not overrated. Very well underrated, actually, until popularity soars even more (not according to seeds:leechers, though XD).

oh... sorry that could be me ,I think...*wink* *wink*.I don't like this episode compare to the first episode,that's why I gave that vote =D I even voted perfect in episode 1 discussion thread. I just thought the poll would hide the username like in the other series discussion,so my hands went out too fast. I'm not a anti-Haruhi like Kaoru Chujo mentioned either. have not watch the ep3 yet.I may voted excellent or perfect according to my likeness.

[npal]

Well, I'll just subtract a point for mistreating poor Mikuru and give it a 9.

[melange]

Originally Posted by npal

Well, I'll just subtract a point for mistreating poor Mikuru and give it a 9.

You might probably end up having to subtract a point from every episode from now on...

[Woland]

Originally Posted by melange

You might probably end up having to subtract a point from every episode from now on...

Ooh! So you mean that I, instead, need to add one (or more) point for every episode from now on?

[npal]

Hm... Depends on the abuse Maybe I'll subtract points cumulative for every Mikuru abuse. I'll probably end at about -10 or so at some point Poor Mikuru.

[Kazu-kun]

Mikuru was dragged to the club exacly for that purpose, so she's playing her role quite well

[Green²]

Originally Posted by npal

Well, I think the show seems ok, but Haruhi is nuts. I hope they skip the breast fondling next time

Don't worry Mikuru, I'll protect you!

He did not just say that! No, he did not just say that. He did not say that! I can't hear you. La la la la la la la~!

[Kaoru Chujo]

For those like me with a strange interest in seeing the actual places on which anime backgrounds are based, there is a page found through 2channel that is posting photos of them episode by episode, along with caps from the anime (the photos are apparently the actual photos used by staff in making the backgrounds):
http://haruhi.sonnabakana.com/file.html

The images for episode 2 are on the following two pages:
http://haruhi.sonnabakana.com/img/Lv.1_up31282.jpg
http://haruhi.sonnabakana.com/img/hikaku2.jpg

I believe all the images are from a city called Nishinomiya, between Osaka and Kobe.

[porchoky]

Originally Posted by Pakxenon

Somebody voted a "1".

Overrated: Quality does not meet popularity expectations.

Suzumiya Haruhi is definately not overrated. Very well underrated, actually, until popularity soars even more (not according to seeds:leechers, though XD).

if it makes you feel any better the person who gave it a 3 for the first episode gave this one a 9 or 10. gotta love non-secret ballots lol

[mr.muffin]

Originally Posted by Kaoru Chujo

For those like me with a strange interest in seeing the actual places on which anime backgrounds are based, there is a page found through 2channel that is posting photos of them episode by episode, along with caps from the anime (the photos are apparently the actual photos used by staff in making the backgrounds):
http://haruhi.sonnabakana.com/file.html

The images for episode 2 are on the following two pages:
http://haruhi.sonnabakana.com/img/Lv.1_up31282.jpg
http://haruhi.sonnabakana.com/img/hikaku2.jpg

I believe all the images are from a city called Nishinomiya, between Osaka and Kobe.

Nice info. Thanks.
Can't seem to access the episode 2 links tho. Keep getting a 403 Forbidden error.

[Jekyll]

Originally Posted by mr.muffin

Can't seem to access the episode 2 links tho. Keep getting a 403 Forbidden error.

The server doesn't seem to like external links. Try to copy&paste the links (and maybe clear your browser cache) instead of clicking them. That worked for me.

[mr.muffin]

Originally Posted by Jekyll

The server doesn't seem to like external links. Try to copy&paste the links (and maybe clear your browser cache) instead of clicking them. That worked for me.

yay that copying and pasting trick worked!
Thanks!

[Kaoru Chujo]

In future maybe I'll use the 2channel trick of putting links in like this:
ttp://haruhi.sonnabakana.com/file.html

Cropping off the initial "h" so it doesn't turn into a link, but forces you to actually cut and paste, then either add the "h" or just use the address without the "http://" .