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SuperKnuckles · 2009-03-26, 04:51

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Originally Posted by SageGaiGar

"It's only cheating if you get caught'. Though what he's doing isn't quite as evil as something like a rabbit punch or 'low blow'.

Yeah. Hand manipulation in a small, discreet way or body manipulation isn't too big a deal. I mean, Ricky Hatton keeps hugging opponents 24/7 and he's a world class fighter now. Even if he keeps hugging...

And yeah, rabbit punch actually KILLED boxers before.. Going for legit blows doesn't really shock me.

As for the fight, it's sort of a shame that in the grand scheme of things, it was just a short spar with Ippo just wiping out Nao. Even if Nao attacked quite a bit. 2nd round? sheesh.

Sent · 2009-03-26, 07:18

I haven't read the manga but does Ippo ever just beat someone within the first 20 sec?

(Wtf is this smilie rofl --->

)

kenjiharima · 2009-03-26, 08:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sent

I haven't read the manga but does Ippo ever just beat someone within the first 20 sec?

(Wtf is this smilie rofl --->

)

See the blond dude Takamura fighting in the intro?

Spoiler:

Yes!!! Finally in the preview!!!! The BEACH EPISODE!!!!

Z3120 · 2009-03-26, 10:27

After watching 12 again, can't help but see the animation is much better. Hope the quality keeps up and improves. I also like how 12 was reminiscent of the

Spoiler:

RaiLong · 2009-03-27, 01:26

Can't believe Ippo took all those blows and still wasn't essentially "hurt" by them. Guess they were blows that knock the wind out of you.

ah, found the image and a summary at http://thestateofhappiness.wordpress...llenger-ep-12/

thirdlc · 2009-03-27, 04:03

Ep12. Solid arts and poor actions made me start wondering if the animators couldn't draw action, but every "smokes" was splendid. What were you trying to do?

kenjiharima · 2009-03-27, 04:20

It's called a boxers pride. His holding the pain while getting hit, while playing mind games with his kouhai Hamma. It's like "Think your strong? Come on KO me? That all you got? Hit me harder!!!" That kinda thing. Which Hamma fall into pressure and got beaten by Ippo's trademark moves. Though Hammer Nao did those moves, Ippo is the senpai and he knows where to block them and give it back to Nao with vengeance.

Spoiler:

gonzo562 · 2009-04-02, 07:55

just watched ep 13

kumi is so cute

she looks way better compared to season 1

kenjiharima · 2009-04-02, 10:11

Speaking of Kumi comparisons.

Who's got the better voice? HNI Season1 Kumi or HNI New Challenger?

Goty · 2009-04-02, 16:24

The new voice sounds a little off for some reason..
Anyway, hilarious episode is hilarious. Takamura and Aoki cracked me up a few times. "Compliment Aoki???"

kenjiharima · 2009-04-02, 21:48

Takamura can be a great guy or the BIGGEST ASS you've ever known.

Though he may act that way he's pretty much a good guy inside. The Kumi now on my part has a more mature voice, which we kinda see her from S1 from a girl to a lady in NC.

RaiLong · 2009-04-03, 18:14

True, but him being an ass leads to hilarious moments like this:

man, I read a summary at http://thestateofhappiness.wordpress...llenger-ep-13/ and I started laughing, because Takamura is freaking hilarious in this episode.

kenjiharima · 2009-04-03, 19:14

This was hot...Damn if I was Ippo I'd be tempted to do something while she was sleeping.

Keiichi_chan · 2009-04-04, 01:39

Anyone know who voice Itagaki?
It sounds a bit like Masami Kikuchi...

Rurouni · 2009-04-06, 16:24

quick question guys. I just started watchin Hajime no Ippo (the first season), and found out that the manga is looooooooong and still running. Until what volume did they cover in the first season, and is the second season gonna cover the rest that's out untill now?

FireDetei · 2009-04-08, 08:39

lmao, episode 13 had me bursting out laughing at some moments involving takamura. was so absurd how he imagined to even get involved w/o anyone noticing!!! I was amazed at the change between kumi in this episode and the previous seasons. The flashback really made her seem to have now grown into a young lady - tho thats kinda expected.......

Just watched the raw of episode 14, and I think i'd be right in saying that the animation has suddently changed? It could be my eyes, but it just seemed to move alot more differently than before. The characters still look the same, and i cant read the credits, but i'd guess someone different did this episode compared to the previous 13. Oh and seems Kitamura is the next focus, Brian Hawk gets a mention at the end.

kenjiharima · 2009-04-08, 12:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rurouni

quick question guys. I just started watchin Hajime no Ippo (the first season), and found out that the manga is looooooooong and still running. Until what volume did they cover in the first season, and is the second season gonna cover the rest that's out untill now?

Hajime no Ippo New Challenger started after the special Champion Road and the Arnie G. Fight with Miyata it's around chapter 314 onwards.

Rurouni · 2009-04-09, 12:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenjiharima

Hajime no Ippo New Challenger started after the special Champion Road and the Arnie G. Fight with Miyata it's around chapter 314 onwards.

so 314....they're now at 847 with the manga....damn

That's a lot of material to cover

Looks like we still have a lot of good stuff to come

ShadowClone · 2009-04-10, 01:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rurouni

so 314....they're now at 847 with the manga....damn

That's a lot of material to cover

Looks like we still have a lot of good stuff to come

Oh, TONS more of good stuff coming up!

They could easily make 100+ episodes and still not run out of manga material! But I'd be happy if they can at least match the episode count of Season 1.

SuperKnuckles · 2009-04-10, 07:25

Wow. For a lead-up episode, that two-sparring episode had some of the most beautiful animation the show has had yet. Also they spruced up the OP and ED with better shadows and everything.

2009-03-26, 10:27	Link #464
Z3120 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008	After watching 12 again, can't help but see the animation is much better. Hope the quality keeps up and improves. I also like how 12 was reminiscent of the Spoiler: Date and Ippo fight in season 1. Nearly identical moments too I would say. When Nao starts doubting the impact of his punches, one particular shot almost looks like the time Ippo was scared of Date's image of invincibility, frame by frame. And after Ippo takes a left from Nao and stares back with those glowing eyes, it reminds me of the same action Date did against Ippo. Last edited by Z3120; 2009-03-27 at 02:07. Reason: to not derail thread

2009-03-27, 04:20	Link #467
kenjiharima Mizore-chan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Moe Land Age: 43	It's called a boxers pride. His holding the pain while getting hit, while playing mind games with his kouhai Hamma. It's like "Think your strong? Come on KO me? That all you got? Hit me harder!!!" That kinda thing. Which Hamma fall into pressure and got beaten by Ippo's trademark moves. Though Hammer Nao did those moves, Ippo is the senpai and he knows where to block them and give it back to Nao with vengeance. Spoiler: One thing that touched me here is Nao's mother at the ring side praying for his son and Ippo knowing he's beaten Nao was trying to hold him, but the ref did his job and declared Ippo the winner via KO. __________________ Vampire+Sisters

2009-04-02, 10:11	Link #469
kenjiharima Mizore-chan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Moe Land Age: 43	Speaking of Kumi comparisons. Who's got the better voice? HNI Season1 Kumi or HNI New Challenger? __________________ Vampire+Sisters

2009-04-02, 21:48	Link #471
kenjiharima Mizore-chan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Moe Land Age: 43	Takamura can be a great guy or the BIGGEST ASS you've ever known. Though he may act that way he's pretty much a good guy inside. The Kumi now on my part has a more mature voice, which we kinda see her from S1 from a girl to a lady in NC. __________________ Vampire+Sisters

2009-04-03, 19:14	Link #473
kenjiharima Mizore-chan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Moe Land Age: 43	This was hot...Damn if I was Ippo I'd be tempted to do something while she was sleeping. __________________ Vampire+Sisters

2009-03-26, 07:18	Link #462
Sent Member Join Date: Aug 2007	I haven't read the manga but does Ippo ever just beat someone within the first 20 sec? (Wtf is this smilie rofl ---> )

2009-03-27, 01:26	Link #465
RaiLong Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009	Can't believe Ippo took all those blows and still wasn't essentially "hurt" by them. Guess they were blows that knock the wind out of you. ah, found the image and a summary at http://thestateofhappiness.wordpress...llenger-ep-12/

2009-03-27, 04:03	Link #466
thirdlc Senior Member Join Date: May 2004	Ep12. Solid arts and poor actions made me start wondering if the animators couldn't draw action, but every "smokes" was splendid. What were you trying to do?

2009-04-02, 07:55	Link #468
gonzo562 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007	just watched ep 13 kumi is so cute she looks way better compared to season 1

2009-04-02, 16:24	Link #470
Goty Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005	The new voice sounds a little off for some reason.. Anyway, hilarious episode is hilarious. Takamura and Aoki cracked me up a few times. "Compliment Aoki???"

2009-04-03, 18:14	Link #472
RaiLong Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009	True, but him being an ass leads to hilarious moments like this: man, I read a summary at http://thestateofhappiness.wordpress...llenger-ep-13/ and I started laughing, because Takamura is freaking hilarious in this episode.

2009-04-04, 01:39	Link #474
Keiichi_chan Star of Misfortune Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Nekomi City, Chiba Prefecture,Japan	Anyone know who voice Itagaki? It sounds a bit like Masami Kikuchi... Last edited by Keiichi_chan; 2009-04-05 at 00:14.

2009-04-06, 16:24	Link #475
Rurouni Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003	quick question guys. I just started watchin Hajime no Ippo (the first season), and found out that the manga is looooooooong and still running. Until what volume did they cover in the first season, and is the second season gonna cover the rest that's out untill now?

2009-04-08, 08:39	Link #476
FireDetei Online Gamer. Join Date: Mar 2006	lmao, episode 13 had me bursting out laughing at some moments involving takamura. was so absurd how he imagined to even get involved w/o anyone noticing!!! I was amazed at the change between kumi in this episode and the previous seasons. The flashback really made her seem to have now grown into a young lady - tho thats kinda expected....... Just watched the raw of episode 14, and I think i'd be right in saying that the animation has suddently changed? It could be my eyes, but it just seemed to move alot more differently than before. The characters still look the same, and i cant read the credits, but i'd guess someone different did this episode compared to the previous 13. Oh and seems Kitamura is the next focus, Brian Hawk gets a mention at the end.

2009-04-10, 07:25	Link #480
SuperKnuckles Anime Hobbyist Join Date: Dec 2004	Wow. For a lead-up episode, that two-sparring episode had some of the most beautiful animation the show has had yet. Also they spruced up the OP and ED with better shadows and everything.