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yurai · 2003-11-09, 04:53

Can anyone suggest any anime with a heavy plot, no comedy, no romance to interrupt the plot.
Basically a-la Samurai Deeper kyo, but doesn't have to be from past or involve fighting or anything...and nothing too horror. Thx, and if possible anime that is in here or that i can find on the net fansubbed

Tomomi · 2003-11-09, 05:03

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Originally Posted by yurai

Can anyone suggest any anime with a heavy plot, no comedy, no romance to interrupt the plot.
Basically a-la Samurai Deeper kyo, but doesn't have to be from past or involve fighting or anything...and nothing too horror. Thx, and if possible anime that is in here or that i can find on the net fansubbed

What about Hikaru No Go? It contains only a little portion of comedy. And the most of the plot is about playing Go seriously...

NenMaster · 2003-11-09, 12:44

junni kokki, last exile

7thMethuselah · 2003-11-09, 13:33

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Originally Posted by yurai

Can anyone suggest any anime with a heavy plot, no comedy, no romance to interrupt the plot.
Basically a-la Samurai Deeper kyo, but doesn't have to be from past or involve fighting or anything...and nothing too horror. Thx, and if possible anime that is in here or that i can find on the net fansubbed

It's time you tried Serial Experiments Lain, there is no comedy romance or anything in it, just a plot that keep you occupied for days after watching the series, it's licensed though.

lordwu · 2003-11-09, 14:54

Juuni Kokuki probably fits the best. I would suggest Crest of the stars/Banner of the Stars. It does have romance in it but the plot is quite serious and engaging.

Animaniac · 2003-11-09, 16:10

Evangelion.

Just don't watch it during the academic year... -_-;

Subaru-kun · 2003-11-09, 17:22

Well, I personally would like to recommend Shingetsutan Tsukihime. After reading a brief description of it on CDJapan, I was almost instantly fascinated with the plot's concept, and the character designs as well as the the animation looked superb. After little thought, I went and downloaded the Prologue. After it had finished playing, I was everything but disappointed; the animation was far above anything I ever could have expected, the music was brilliantly orchestrated, the plot was emotional and suspenseful, and the overall atmosphere of it gave it the feel that just makes you think "masterpiece." I immediately knew that this anime was a must for my collection, and as time passed, I downloaded each and every version that was released, just so as to find the one that contained the best quality. Currently, the series is on Episode 5 out of 12, and IMHO, it has just gotten better and better. I look forward to every Saturday, specifically because in my Time Zone, that is the day of the week in which the next episode is commonly released. In my opinion, it ranks up there with such well-known and well respected series such as RahXephon, Rurouni Kenshin, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Serial Experiments Lain, and X. And while on the subject of other series, for those of you who would like a comparison, the show is a bit like a combination of Tenchi Muyo and Hellsing, with its own special touch.

Anyways, I would like to explain more about the plot, and the series's history, however, I've become exaggeratedly long-winded enough as it is, so I'll spare you the details for now. But again, to any of you who have not already, I suggest you download the series ASAP; the direction is great, and judging from its current pace, the series will only continue to get better.

Sepiraph · 2003-11-10, 00:47

Some of them has a bit of romance, but they are definitely not romance anime.

Series:
Cowboy Bebop
Ghost in the Shell - Standalone Complex
Juuni Kokuki
Legend of Condor Hero
Narutaru
Neon Genesis Evangelion
RahXephon
Saikano
Saint Seiya: The Hades Sanctuary Chapter
Scrapped Princess (has a fair bit of comedy in it)
Serial Experiments Lain
Wolf's Rain

OVA/movie:
AA! Megami Sama: The Movie
Akira
Grave of the Fireflies
Ghost in the Shell
Macross Plus
Macross Zero
Rurouni Kenshin - Reminiscence
Rurouni Kenshin - Seisouhen

Also from new season:
Kimi Ga Nozomu Eien
Peace Maker Kurogane
Shingetsutan Tsukihime
TEXHNOLYZE

On the opposite extreme, I'd suggest Sexy Commando as having one of the most "un-heavy" plot.

Ebb101 · 2003-11-10, 21:10

Spiral

it's got some comical references, but theyre very minor.

Sukato · 2003-11-11, 09:32

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Originally Posted by yurai

Can anyone suggest any anime with a heavy plot, no comedy, no romance to interrupt the plot.

whew, thats a good way to narrow down anime, as most anime will have elements of comedy or romance, or be too 'light' for a plot.

I'll reemphasize Serial Experiments Lain, definately one to watch and make you think. Also the newer series that Subaru-kun mentions, Shingetsutan Tsukihime, is one to watch as well, but it has a chance of having romance in it.

Akira is definately a classic.

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Originally Posted by Sepiraph

Some of them has a bit of romance, but they are definitely not romance anime.

Most of Sepiraph's list is pretty good, however as for Kima Ga Nozomu Eien..I would consider that as strictly serious of a romance as you can get, so I would stay away from that one if you dont want romance.

Also if you want more of a "a-la Samurai Deeper kyo" feel I would recommend Berserk, possibly Vampire Hunter D, the Kenshin/Samurai X OVAs (which Sepiraph also mentions), and X/1999. Peace Maker Kurogane might fit the descriptor that you want but it may end up being much too light if it continues as it is now (and it drives me crazy that the main character still hasn't killed anything yet..we dont need another post-war Kenshin argh!)

Lain · 2003-11-11, 18:43

Serial Experiments: Lain

Akira

Ghost in the Shell

Neon Genesis Evangelion

In that order of superiority.

Mattavious · 2007-10-12, 15:43

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Originally Posted by yurai

Can anyone suggest any anime with a heavy plot, no comedy, no romance to interrupt the plot.
Basically a-la Samurai Deeper kyo, but doesn't have to be from past or involve fighting or anything...and nothing too horror. Thx, and if possible anime that is in here or that i can find on the net fansubbed

I am not a fan of the goofy anime series where the characters make weird faces and have giant sweat drops on their forehead or streams of water shooting out of their eyes when they are crying. I think I know exactly where you are coming from and what you may be looking for.

1. Gungrave: It is the reason I actually got into anime. This is nothing but an awesome movie idea put to anime.

2. Monster: It takes it a while to get into the plot but when it does, you won't be able to sleep until you see the conclusion.

3. Hellsing. Great vampire anime series with a good story line.

4. Samurai Champloo: It's not totally serious but it is better than most.

5. Samurai 7: Based off of The seven Samurai but set in an alternate futuristic reality. Pretty cool.

RavenHawk · 2007-10-12, 20:42

Mine:

Wolf's Rain - my favorite
Ghost in the Shell - you can get get the first movie, SAC, and/or Innocence.
Legend of Condor Hero
Texhnolyze
Gunslinger Girl - I think
Gungrave
Monster
Haibane Renmei - I think
Akira

KholdStare · 2007-10-12, 20:53

Serious with no romance? That's kinda tough, but Haibane Renmei is a very good one that fits.

Joojoobees · 2007-10-12, 21:15

Haibane-Renmei FTW!

LittleBuddy · 2007-10-13, 07:39

- Trinity Blood (Vampires, a little, little part of comedy, almsot never and licenced... It is science-fiction)
- Witch Hunter Robin (Witch huning, very good but it's licensed... It happens in our time)
- Claymore (Demon hunters(Yoma precisely), really serious, really violent, really good and not licensed)
- Basilisk (Well it's really serious and really violent. It happens in the past. Licensed........ )

Sorry I don't know much unlicensed animes...

SeijiSensei · 2007-10-13, 09:49

If you haven't seen Miyazaki's Mononoke Hime, I'd suggest that. There's a hint of romance, but it's not central to the story.

Among current shows, both Seirei no Moribito and Dennou Coil have strong, serious plots and no romance. There are times I laughed or smiled in both these shows, though, but usually only because of something a character said.

Gameboiye · 2007-10-13, 10:13

Monster. Monster is a definite must. 70 or so episodes of pure story, character development, and it's very deep. One of the best animes ever made.

Goofus Maximus · 2007-10-13, 11:57

and Bartender! I can't pass up any opportunity for this one!

I take it back. This anime has no heavy plot. I should've read your post instead of just glancing at it. I still think you'll like it though.

2003-11-09, 04:53	Link #1
yurai Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Age: 36	Serious anime Can anyone suggest any anime with a heavy plot, no comedy, no romance to interrupt the plot. Basically a-la Samurai Deeper kyo, but doesn't have to be from past or involve fighting or anything...and nothing too horror. Thx, and if possible anime that is in here or that i can find on the net fansubbed

2003-11-09, 17:22	Link #7
Subaru-kun Neurotic archetype Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Apex of Time Age: 34	Well, I personally would like to recommend Shingetsutan Tsukihime. After reading a brief description of it on CDJapan, I was almost instantly fascinated with the plot's concept, and the character designs as well as the the animation looked superb. After little thought, I went and downloaded the Prologue. After it had finished playing, I was everything but disappointed; the animation was far above anything I ever could have expected, the music was brilliantly orchestrated, the plot was emotional and suspenseful, and the overall atmosphere of it gave it the feel that just makes you think "masterpiece." I immediately knew that this anime was a must for my collection, and as time passed, I downloaded each and every version that was released, just so as to find the one that contained the best quality. Currently, the series is on Episode 5 out of 12, and IMHO, it has just gotten better and better. I look forward to every Saturday, specifically because in my Time Zone, that is the day of the week in which the next episode is commonly released. In my opinion, it ranks up there with such well-known and well respected series such as RahXephon, Rurouni Kenshin, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Serial Experiments Lain, and X. And while on the subject of other series, for those of you who would like a comparison, the show is a bit like a combination of Tenchi Muyo and Hellsing, with its own special touch. Anyways, I would like to explain more about the plot, and the series's history, however, I've become exaggeratedly long-winded enough as it is, so I'll spare you the details for now. But again, to any of you who have not already, I suggest you download the series ASAP; the direction is great, and judging from its current pace, the series will only continue to get better. Last edited by Subaru-kun; 2003-11-20 at 03:14.

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SeijiSensei AS Oji-kun Join Date: Nov 2006 Age: 74	If you haven't seen Miyazaki's Mononoke Hime, I'd suggest that. There's a hint of romance, but it's not central to the story. Among current shows, both Seirei no Moribito and Dennou Coil have strong, serious plots and no romance. There are times I laughed or smiled in both these shows, though, but usually only because of something a character said. __________________ Taking Anime Seriously - Politics by the Numbers - Sports by the Numbers - MAL List - Avatars - Images

2003-11-09, 12:44	Link #3
NenMaster Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: UK Age: 40	junni kokki, last exile

2003-11-09, 14:54	Link #5
lordwu Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003	Juuni Kokuki probably fits the best. I would suggest Crest of the stars/Banner of the Stars. It does have romance in it but the plot is quite serious and engaging.

2003-11-09, 16:10	Link #6
Animaniac On leave? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Cambridge, MA	Evangelion. Just don't watch it during the academic year... -_-;

2003-11-10, 00:47	Link #8
Sepiraph Arayashiki Join Date: May 2003 Location: On the Internet	Some of them has a bit of romance, but they are definitely not romance anime. Series: Cowboy Bebop Ghost in the Shell - Standalone Complex Juuni Kokuki Legend of Condor Hero Narutaru Neon Genesis Evangelion RahXephon Saikano Saint Seiya: The Hades Sanctuary Chapter Scrapped Princess (has a fair bit of comedy in it) Serial Experiments Lain Wolf's Rain OVA/movie: AA! Megami Sama: The Movie Akira Grave of the Fireflies Ghost in the Shell Macross Plus Macross Zero Rurouni Kenshin - Reminiscence Rurouni Kenshin - Seisouhen Also from new season: Kimi Ga Nozomu Eien Peace Maker Kurogane Shingetsutan Tsukihime TEXHNOLYZE On the opposite extreme, I'd suggest Sexy Commando as having one of the most "un-heavy" plot.

2003-11-10, 21:10	Link #9
Ebb101 Inactive Member Join Date: Nov 2003	Spiral it's got some comical references, but theyre very minor.

2003-11-11, 18:43	Link #11
Lain Member Join Date: Nov 2003	Serial Experiments: Lain Akira Ghost in the Shell Neon Genesis Evangelion In that order of superiority.

2007-10-12, 20:42	Link #13
RavenHawk Tsundere Killer Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dimension X Age: 37	Mine: Wolf's Rain - my favorite Ghost in the Shell - you can get get the first movie, SAC, and/or Innocence. Legend of Condor Hero Texhnolyze Gunslinger Girl - I think Gungrave Monster Haibane Renmei - I think Akira

2007-10-13, 07:39	Link #16
LittleBuddy Young Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Qc, Canada Age: 30	- Trinity Blood (Vampires, a little, little part of comedy, almsot never and licenced... It is science-fiction) - Witch Hunter Robin (Witch huning, very good but it's licensed... It happens in our time) - Claymore (Demon hunters(Yoma precisely), really serious, really violent, really good and not licensed) - Basilisk (Well it's really serious and really violent. It happens in the past. Licensed........ ) Sorry I don't know much unlicensed animes...

2007-10-13, 10:13	Link #18
Gameboiye Big Reader/Small Poster Join Date: Aug 2004	Monster. Monster is a definite must. 70 or so episodes of pure story, character development, and it's very deep. One of the best animes ever made.

2007-10-13, 11:57	Link #19
Goofus Maximus Senile Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Across the Mississippi from St. Louis, MO	and Bartender! I can't pass up any opportunity for this one! I take it back. This anime has no heavy plot. I should've read your post instead of just glancing at it. I still think you'll like it though.