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Cornel · 2004-12-13, 10:38

Is Samurai Champloo in the race, or was it released out of the time frame?

Fighter Volk · 2004-12-13, 10:40

Good idea with the poll.

And yes, I'm kicking myself for forgetting to mention Monster. It's definitely in the top five on my list...

seiftis · 2004-12-13, 10:41

-Fullmetal Alchemist
-My-HiME
-Bleach

cf18 · 2004-12-13, 11:17

Another Japanese air date for reference:
http://espanol.geocities.com/gapc/an...p/index_e.html

My vote would be Planetes and Kurau: Phantom Memory

Bracken33 · 2004-12-13, 11:18

I nominate Maria-sama ga miteru and Genshiken . I am dithering between the two.

Burner of Anime · 2004-12-13, 11:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by cf18

Another Japanese air date for reference:
http://espanol.geocities.com/gapc/an...p/index_e.html

My vote would be Planetes and Kurau: Phantom Memory

Planetes started last year and ended in 2004.

I also use www.bestanime.com to help with referencing.

Ebichuman · 2004-12-13, 11:46

1. Genshiken - Much more interesting than I thought. I just love the ending song too!
2. Gankutsuou - Good story, trippy colors. Also has a good ending song

Seraph · 2004-12-13, 12:25

I was a little let down this year. For me there was no single great show like Azumanga Diaho of Fruits Baskets. Nothing really jumped out at me. But of the shows that I did like this year, I think Yakitate!! Japan is the one I liked the most.

Rand · 2004-12-13, 14:06

Well well well the choice is hard !

But as many others here, i would certainly pick GITS SAC 2nd GIG. Music, ambiance, world. A real marvel in the little world of japanimation (Note that i adore everything that Shirow makes, although i think he did not participate to the series, i still find the original ambiance of the artist's universe)

I would also put Gankutsuou, which is a little graphical jewel, mixed with an incredible story. Thanks to Alexandre Dumas ^^

In another genre, My-Hime rules ! Cute girls, a bit of fanservice, humor, magical powers. Kinda oldschool. This show might become the Sailor Moon of the new generation

Monster is a marvel, out of any standards. Never seen this kind of story before.

ACTION : Gungrave. The Best f****** gunfights i have EVER seen. Awsome story.

FUN : School rumble : Just gags and humor. No clichés, no ero/ecchi inuendo. Just jokes and nice humor.

I have to stop !!! Otherwise i would flood this thread

mintyfresh · 2004-12-13, 22:34

Gosh, I can't believe I forgot about Monster, too! (that reminds me..perhaps one day I should pick up where I left off..)

Oh, and thanks for the interest in my thread NoSanninWa.. ^^;; *flattered*

Radd · 2004-12-13, 23:05

Did BLAME! come out this year? If it did, I would certainly consider it in the running. I'm surprised it didn't find more attention here in the forums.

At least 2 of the 5 episodes of Macross Zero came out this year, and Macross Zero is certainly one of the greatest OVAs to come out in a long time.

What else was there? I can think of a lot of titles, but most of it just wasn't that good. That's usually the case, though, a flood of crap, with one or two sparkling gems buried underneath it all (and unfortunately usually being passed over in favour of shows like DBZ and Naruto).

NoSanninWa · 2004-12-14, 00:35

Here it is! I have now added a poll to this thread.

Not every show mentioned in this thread has been added to the poll because I am only listing shows that

Premeried between December 2003 and November 2004. If a show isn't new it isn't listed.
Only TV shows are listed. No movies or OVAs. While there were some good movies and OVAs I don't think that they compete in the same category.
I only listed shows that people said were the best. Not shows that they listed as "also good." If someone didn't mention a show as one of their first picks, it didn't make this list.

People might think of other shows to list on the poll, but if nobody thought of them yet, they couldn't be popular or well loved enough to win the poll.

Finally, I'm allowing everyone to vote for their as many of their favorite shows as they want, because sometimes it is hard to choose just one. After all, it is more fun this way!

This poll will automatically close on December 31.

Budi · 2004-12-14, 01:13

*refused to vote on the poll*

Go Kyo Kara Maoh!!!

2. Monster

3. Gokusen

Kamui4356 · 2004-12-14, 01:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by NoSanninWa

I only listed shows that people said were the best. Not shows that they listed as "also good." If someone didn't mention a show as one of their first picks, it didn't make this list.

Well that explains why kannazuki no miko isn't there. I mean it's good, but it's probably not anyone's favorite...
Anyway, I voted for genshiken. I really like how the titles make it seem almost like a documentry on the otaku sub culture. Other than that, the show's just good. Plus it got me playing guilty gear again, even if I'm nowhere near as good as I once was.

Tzurial · 2004-12-14, 01:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by Budi

*refused to vote on the poll*

Go Kyo Kara Maoh!!!

2. Monster

3. Gokusen

I downloaded two episodes of Kyou Kara Maou when it first came out and I disliked it, a lot. Mostly because shounen-ai that wont go where I want it to go is frustrating. (Yes, I am particularly rabid like that) But then last month I had nothing to watch so I downloaded the next episodes and it was SO great! It's like I never want it to end! Oh Yuuri, you can just keep on ignoring that Wolfram sleeps in a pink nightie next to you, I can accept it, thats just how much I love you! Definitely one of my favorites this year! <3

But the best anime of 04, for me, was Paranoia Agent. I just really, really enjoyed that

Radd · 2004-12-14, 02:04

Wow, this has not been my year for anime tv series. There's only two shows on the list that I liked all that much, and neither of them would spring to mind if I was trying to think of 'favourite' anime.

Prince of Chronics · 2004-12-14, 02:47

You forgot to add Kenran Butohsai! that show was one of my favorites from this year... I thought it was a really great anime....

hooliganj · 2004-12-14, 02:50

I like every show listed in that poll except Melody of Oblivion, but if I'm asked to get picky about it, I'd say Fantastic Children, GitS: SAC 2 and Monster. They're all good, but those are the shows that make me think about things, both in the plot and outside, and that's really the ultimate justification for this sort of entertainment. Paranoia Agent was very good, too, but it fell apart towards the end, and I ended up with the impression that it tried to represent more than a TV show actually can and fell terribly short. Maybe that's just me, though, and I'm due for a date with Shounen Bat.

I suppose I could make my own second tier of nominations. I didn't vote for these shows, but they all impressed me with their style, presentation, and/or thematic content: Aishiteruze Baby, Grenadier, Kurau - Phantom Memory, Mahou Shoujo Tai Alice, Paranoia Agent and Samurai Champloo.

Kensuke · 2004-12-14, 03:04

These shows got my vote:

Aishiteruze Baby - Wow, when you have seen anime as realistic as this one, the story was really what hooked me, so many good and sad moments. A real gem.

Maria-sama ga Miteru - Story and characters are main reason why I like this so much, surprisingly addictive when its not much more than a daily life in catholic school.

My HiME - Mixing up many different genres My HiME was one of the most waited shows and in most cases it has fulfilled all of my expectations, its humor, action and music are those thing that make me watch this.

EDIT: Disconnecting while typing sucks...

Burner of Anime · 2004-12-14, 11:42

If absolute best is the case, then my vote goes to the show that is not in the list. Yugo the Negotiator for the following reasons.

Unique setting of a man endangering himself for the sake of someone else. The show itself has very high production values [I believe 2 seperate studios were in charge of each story arc], a strong lead and having him operate in situations where the moral ground is unclear. And he completes the job with a lot of careful planning, strong empathy for his opposites, uncanny skill in observation and what can only be described as superhuman endurance and fortitude.

This show I put ahead of both Monster and Monte Cristo, its execution and delivery of the various twists have been flawless throughout the duration.

View Poll Results: What are the best new shows of 2004? (Choose as MANY as you want!)
Aishiteruze Baby	25	12.82%
Bleach	58	29.74%
Elfen Lied	46	23.59%
Fantastic Children	15	7.69%
Galaxy Angel 4	10	5.13%
Gankutsuo	29	14.87%
Genshiken	47	24.10%
GiTS:SAC 2nd Gig	32	16.41%
Grenadier	9	4.62%
Jubei-chan 2	6	3.08%
Koi Kaze	11	5.64%
Kurau: Phantom Memory	10	5.13%
Madlax	17	8.72%
Maria-sama ga Miteru	24	12.31%
The Melody of Oblivion	21	10.77%
Monster	39	20.00%
My HiME	47	24.10%
Otogizoushi	6	3.08%
Samurai Champloo	53	27.18%
School Rumble	49	25.13%
Yakitate!! Japan	22	11.28%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 195. You may not vote on this poll

2004-12-13, 10:41	Link #23
seiftis ~defying fate Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Bodhum	-Fullmetal Alchemist -My-HiME -Bleach __________________ Escaping reality

2004-12-13, 11:46	Link #27
Ebichuman Ebichu Transform! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The night sky.	1. Genshiken - Much more interesting than I thought. I just love the ending song too! 2. Gankutsuou - Good story, trippy colors. Also has a good ending song __________________

2004-12-13, 23:05	Link #31
Radd Just Married, Oct. 28th! Join Date: May 2003 Age: 45	Did BLAME! come out this year? If it did, I would certainly consider it in the running. I'm surprised it didn't find more attention here in the forums. At least 2 of the 5 episodes of Macross Zero came out this year, and Macross Zero is certainly one of the greatest OVAs to come out in a long time. What else was there? I can think of a lot of titles, but most of it just wasn't that good. That's usually the case, though, a flood of crap, with one or two sparkling gems buried underneath it all (and unfortunately usually being passed over in favour of shows like DBZ and Naruto). __________________

2004-12-14, 00:35	Link #32
NoSanninWa Weapon of Mass Discussion Fansubber Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: New York, USA	Poll added for "Best new anime of 2004!" Here it is! I have now added a poll to this thread. Not every show mentioned in this thread has been added to the poll because I am only listing shows that Premeried between December 2003 and November 2004. If a show isn't new it isn't listed. Only TV shows are listed. No movies or OVAs. While there were some good movies and OVAs I don't think that they compete in the same category. I only listed shows that people said were the best. Not shows that they listed as "also good." If someone didn't mention a show as one of their first picks, it didn't make this list. People might think of other shows to list on the poll, but if nobody thought of them yet, they couldn't be popular or well loved enough to win the poll. Finally, I'm allowing everyone to vote for their as many of their favorite shows as they want, because sometimes it is hard to choose just one. After all, it is more fun this way! This poll will automatically close on December 31. __________________ There's not that fine a line between willing suspension of disbelief and something just being stupid. Last edited by NoSanninWa; 2004-12-14 at 00:48.

2004-12-13, 10:38	Link #21
Cornel Member Join Date: Nov 2004	Is Samurai Champloo in the race, or was it released out of the time frame?

2004-12-13, 10:40	Link #22
Fighter Volk Thanks sakurabatou @ LJ Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NYC	Good idea with the poll. And yes, I'm kicking myself for forgetting to mention Monster. It's definitely in the top five on my list...

2004-12-13, 11:17	Link #24
cf18 Mecha Pilot Join Date: Apr 2003	Another Japanese air date for reference: http://espanol.geocities.com/gapc/an...p/index_e.html My vote would be Planetes and Kurau: Phantom Memory

2004-12-13, 11:18	Link #25
Bracken33 Senior Member Join Date: May 2004	I nominate Maria-sama ga miteru and Genshiken . I am dithering between the two.

2004-12-13, 12:25	Link #28
Seraph Junior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: swaying in the breeze. listening to the chimes.	I was a little let down this year. For me there was no single great show like Azumanga Diaho of Fruits Baskets. Nothing really jumped out at me. But of the shows that I did like this year, I think Yakitate!! Japan is the one I liked the most.

2004-12-13, 14:06	Link #29
Rand Dragon Reborn Join Date: Apr 2004	Well well well the choice is hard ! But as many others here, i would certainly pick GITS SAC 2nd GIG. Music, ambiance, world. A real marvel in the little world of japanimation (Note that i adore everything that Shirow makes, although i think he did not participate to the series, i still find the original ambiance of the artist's universe) I would also put Gankutsuou, which is a little graphical jewel, mixed with an incredible story. Thanks to Alexandre Dumas ^^ In another genre, My-Hime rules ! Cute girls, a bit of fanservice, humor, magical powers. Kinda oldschool. This show might become the Sailor Moon of the new generation Monster is a marvel, out of any standards. Never seen this kind of story before. ACTION : Gungrave. The Best f****** gunfights i have EVER seen. Awsome story. FUN : School rumble : Just gags and humor. No clichés, no ero/ecchi inuendo. Just jokes and nice humor. I have to stop !!! Otherwise i would flood this thread

2004-12-13, 22:34	Link #30
mintyfresh Altoid Join Date: Aug 2004 Age: 38	Gosh, I can't believe I forgot about Monster, too! (that reminds me..perhaps one day I should pick up where I left off..) Oh, and thanks for the interest in my thread NoSanninWa.. ^^;; flattered

2004-12-14, 01:13	Link #33
Budi Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 39	refused to vote on the poll Go Kyo Kara Maoh!!! 2. Monster 3. Gokusen

2004-12-14, 02:04	Link #36
Radd Just Married, Oct. 28th! Join Date: May 2003 Age: 45	Wow, this has not been my year for anime tv series. There's only two shows on the list that I liked all that much, and neither of them would spring to mind if I was trying to think of 'favourite' anime. __________________

2004-12-14, 02:47	Link #37
Prince of Chronics One Piece fan Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Toronto, Canada	You forgot to add Kenran Butohsai! that show was one of my favorites from this year... I thought it was a really great anime.... __________________ MyAnimeList page

2004-12-14, 02:50	Link #38
hooliganj Team Player Join Date: Apr 2004	I like every show listed in that poll except Melody of Oblivion, but if I'm asked to get picky about it, I'd say Fantastic Children, GitS: SAC 2 and Monster. They're all good, but those are the shows that make me think about things, both in the plot and outside, and that's really the ultimate justification for this sort of entertainment. Paranoia Agent was very good, too, but it fell apart towards the end, and I ended up with the impression that it tried to represent more than a TV show actually can and fell terribly short. Maybe that's just me, though, and I'm due for a date with Shounen Bat. I suppose I could make my own second tier of nominations. I didn't vote for these shows, but they all impressed me with their style, presentation, and/or thematic content: Aishiteruze Baby, Grenadier, Kurau - Phantom Memory, Mahou Shoujo Tai Alice, Paranoia Agent and Samurai Champloo. Last edited by hooliganj; 2004-12-14 at 03:12. Reason: added 2nd tier

2004-12-14, 03:04	Link #39
Kensuke Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Finland	These shows got my vote: Aishiteruze Baby - Wow, when you have seen anime as realistic as this one, the story was really what hooked me, so many good and sad moments. A real gem. Maria-sama ga Miteru - Story and characters are main reason why I like this so much, surprisingly addictive when its not much more than a daily life in catholic school. My HiME - Mixing up many different genres My HiME was one of the most waited shows and in most cases it has fulfilled all of my expectations, its humor, action and music are those thing that make me watch this. EDIT: Disconnecting while typing sucks... Last edited by Kensuke; 2004-12-14 at 03:25.

2004-12-14, 11:42	Link #40
Burner of Anime Illegal Additives Join Date: Jun 2004	If absolute best is the case, then my vote goes to the show that is not in the list. Yugo the Negotiator for the following reasons. Unique setting of a man endangering himself for the sake of someone else. The show itself has very high production values [I believe 2 seperate studios were in charge of each story arc], a strong lead and having him operate in situations where the moral ground is unclear. And he completes the job with a lot of careful planning, strong empathy for his opposites, uncanny skill in observation and what can only be described as superhuman endurance and fortitude. This show I put ahead of both Monster and Monte Cristo, its execution and delivery of the various twists have been flawless throughout the duration.