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Kyuu · 2012-04-15, 14:12

Anyways. I haven't read any of the manga - therefore - I won't be bothered by it.

And now, some mahjong crazyness:
http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm6504943

ZGMF-X10A · 2012-04-15, 14:24

another good episode this week. The storyline is getting together pretty well, can't wait until they actually play. I love the quote at the end "Those noobs are no match for me" LMFAO. I hope Shizuno will teach her a lesson

The preview shows Teru (Saki's sister) I wonder what is her role in this anime. We all know she's going to be the one of the strongest mahjong players, if not the best.

King-Slayer · 2012-04-15, 14:28

Another great episode. I liked the extra scenes they added and thought they did a good job of complementing the original manga scenes. I also like the voices for the rest of the cast. Can't wait till next sunday!

Midonin · 2012-04-15, 14:50

Glad to see the team assembled. Looks like the real mahjong kicks off in episode 3 - sure, the series is working at an accelerated pace, but it's not wasting time getting to the main event. And now that I've gotten to know Team Achiga better, I can say they're just as quirky as the team from the main series.

Kaoru Chujo · 2012-04-15, 15:49

I was lukewarm for ep1, but this time I found tears springing to my eyes when their new coach entered the room and found her old club back in business. Very nice flow, and good characters. I was even happy that Yuuki Aoi dialed down her intensity a bit. She's still got that strength and color that sets her apart, but now the bones in my head won't shatter.

ultimatemegax · 2012-04-15, 15:55

While the ED was no WAIWAI, it was quite enjoyable. I loved the transition from Arata's bowling to Yuu's "so warm..." The episode itself covered about as much as what I thought it would. The hype for Achiga versus Bansei begins!

ars89 · 2012-04-15, 16:10

Was hoping we'd see Teru in this, and looks like we will next week. So we have our 5 and Akado back to coach. The battle starts next week! We'll finally get to see some mahjong play.

ultimatemegax · 2012-04-15, 16:12

Achiga is located in the Nara prefecture, which is where they would play in the preliminaries. Teru attends Shiraitodai, which is located in Tokyo.

For reference, Kiyosumi, Kazekoshi, Tsuruga, and Ryuumonbuchi are located in the Nagano prefecture, located east of Nara (which is the gag before the OP this episode). (Technically it's northeast of Nara, but the subs said Shizuno was facing west, so I wanted to maintain the joke)

(Quoted a post that was deleted, but thought the information would still be useful)

Edit: Not worth a new post, but here's a friendly notice for those wanting to stay spoiler-free: it's best not to read the preview on the TV-Tokyo website. It's plenty spoilertastic that will ruin the fun of next week's episode. Thought I should warn everyone just in case.

maplehurry · 2012-04-15, 16:14

yepp thanks. I asked a premature question at the 18min mark of the episode.

Requiem-x · 2012-04-15, 17:36

When I finally decide to join this board, it's because of Saki, go figure.

Anyway, after watching the first two episodes I have to say it's impressive how well adapted the story is from the manga. Everything's there, and some small stuff got added as well. Speaking of that, episode 2 did a great job showing how traumatized Akado got because of her defeat at the hands of good ol' Kojaki, I did not get that feeling from her at all in this part of the manga, or any other for that matter, I'm genuinely impressed.

Anyway, quick character opinion rundown: Shizuno is awesome, as cheerful as expected and excellent voice. Ako is surprisingly likable from the get go, I didn't pay that much attention to her in the manga until later, and now I'm wondering why. Kuro is just adorable, Yuu is ten times cuter that expected, and is it me or she looks completely different in the anime? And Arata is already doing a great job as the team's main provider of yuri. I really hope she gets more screen time in the anime, though it seems we're following the manga quite closely, but then again, with only 9 chapters of manga, some extra content will have to be added sooner or later, hopefully with much more yuri.

Anyway, excelent adaptation, and next week is the moment we've all been waiting for.

Peanutbutter · 2012-04-15, 17:50

That was quite an ED there.

Especially for someone who reads the manga.

***relentlessflame*** · 2012-04-15, 20:32

I want to remind anyone that no comments or hints about the manga may be presented in this thread (even behind spoiler tags). Some posts above may be edited/removed.

night_sentinel · 2012-04-16, 02:12

Yey, a Saki anime at long last. Just watched the first two episode and I must say that it has a great feel like the original.

Though, I felt that they should have added more mahjong battles. The thing that I enjoyed the most with the original Saki anime is the crazy probability defying mahjong battles. With unrelated badass special effects of course.

The achiga cast seems fine but I'm missing the original cast. Hopefully they will get cameos or appear a lot in the future since Nodoka-chan is their goal after all.

Btw, the no spoiler policy only applies to the non-animated parts of the original Saki manga and the Achiga manga right? The main anime series can be freely talked about since this is technically a sequel?

KyriaL · 2012-04-16, 06:14

This episode felt longer than it should have, but it would be real enjoyment watching some epic mahjong battles in the coming episodes. Probably the only downside is that they re-used quite a number of old OSTs, but it does bring back nostalgia though.

The original cast appeared in the OP, does that mean they will play a part in this show somehow?

thundrakkon · 2012-04-16, 06:30

So if this series is concurrent with the original Saki series, then ultimately, I am expecting this series to end right at the point they face Saki's and Nodoka's team.

Which, I hope, will lead to series 2 of Saki, continuing where it left off and eventually matching this series.

Qilin · 2012-04-16, 06:38

Oh, wow. They covered a lot more ground in the second episode than I initially expected without feeling rushed. In fact, I felt that an adequate amount of time was allotted for each important plot point. Good job really.

If they keep this up, there might even be some room for some anime original scenes (like in the prefectural tournament next episode perhaps?).

Yep. And I see Miyanaga Teru in the preview. Next week is going to be great.

Kyuu · 2012-04-16, 12:26

Funny thing. I took a very close look at the 25th episode of season 1 -- just to see if the Achiga girls are in there.

Of course, that's an unreasonable inquiry - but at this point, based on season 1, I'm not eliminating the possibility just yet.

MisaoFan · 2012-04-16, 12:40

Spoiler for Episode 2:

***relentlessflame*** · 2012-04-16, 14:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by night_sentinel

Btw, the no spoiler policy only applies to the non-animated parts of the original Saki manga and the Achiga manga right? The main anime series can be freely talked about since this is technically a sequel?

Well, it's technically a side-story/spin-off (and I suppose a prequel), and actually could (theoretically) be watched on its own. So for stuff from the original anime, I think you can post it, but using spoiler tags. Any future unanimated content can't be posted at all in this thread.

ultimatemegax · 2012-04-16, 14:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyuu

Funny thing. I took a very close look at the 25th episode of season 1 -- just to see if the Achiga girls are in there.

Of course, that's an unreasonable inquiry - but at this point, based on season 1, I'm not eliminating the possibility just yet.

Here's a 1080 size screencap from the BD-box, which re-did some scenes to match the manga, for comparison. (This should abide by relentlessflame's spoiler policy)

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screencap from episode 25

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2012-04-15, 14:12	Link #341
Kyuu =^^= Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: 42° 10' N (Latitude) 87° 33' W (Longitude) Age: 45	Anyways. I haven't read any of the manga - therefore - I won't be bothered by it. And now, some mahjong crazyness: http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm6504943 __________________ Japanese Mahjong Group \| Currently Watching List \| Click on this - I dare you.

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ZGMF-X10A Tsukiyomi -Moon Phase- Join Date: Jun 2003	another good episode this week. The storyline is getting together pretty well, can't wait until they actually play. I love the quote at the end "Those noobs are no match for me" LMFAO. I hope Shizuno will teach her a lesson The preview shows Teru (Saki's sister) I wonder what is her role in this anime. We all know she's going to be the one of the strongest mahjong players, if not the best. __________________

2012-04-15, 15:49	Link #345
Kaoru Chujo Yuuki Aoi Join Date: Jul 2004	I was lukewarm for ep1, but this time I found tears springing to my eyes when their new coach entered the room and found her old club back in business. Very nice flow, and good characters. I was even happy that Yuuki Aoi dialed down her intensity a bit. She's still got that strength and color that sets her apart, but now the bones in my head won't shatter. __________________ YUUKI Aoi 悠木碧. b92.03.27 (age 29). 2008 Kurenai (Murasaki). 2009 Yumeiro Pâtissière (Ichigo), Kiruminzuu (Riko), Yutori-chan (Yutori-chan). 2010 Vampire Bund (Mina Tepeş), Shiki (Sunako), Samurai Girls (Juubee), Pokémon: Black and White (Iris). 2011 Madoka Magica (Madoka), Gosick (Victorique), A-Channel (Tooru). 2012 Symphogear (Hibiki). 2014 Pilot's Love Song (Claire/Nina), Nanatsu no Taizai (Diane). 2015 Owari no Seraph (Krul Tepes), Rokka no Yuusha (Fremy). 2016 Boku no Hero Academia (Tsuyu, Froppy). 2017 Kino no Tabi (Kino). 2021 Kumo desu ga (watashi), Kaizoku Oujo (Karin), Heike Monogatari (Biwa), etc., etc. Total of 513 roles in anime and games.

2012-04-15, 15:55	Link #346
ultimatemegax Nyahahahaha♥ Join Date: Aug 2009	While the ED was no WAIWAI, it was quite enjoyable. I loved the transition from Arata's bowling to Yuu's "so warm..." The episode itself covered about as much as what I thought it would. The hype for Achiga versus Bansei begins! __________________ “Nyahaha! Then we move to round two, Hero! ★” Chuunibyou translation: 1st novel - OUT/ 2nd novel - OUT

2012-04-15, 16:10	Link #347
ars89 One-Eyed Dragon Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NJ, USA	Was hoping we'd see Teru in this, and looks like we will next week. So we have our 5 and Akado back to coach. The battle starts next week! We'll finally get to see some mahjong play. __________________ My Anime List

2012-04-15, 14:28	Link #343
King-Slayer Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011	Another great episode. I liked the extra scenes they added and thought they did a good job of complementing the original manga scenes. I also like the voices for the rest of the cast. Can't wait till next sunday!

2012-04-15, 14:50	Link #344
Midonin Last Engage Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Florida	Glad to see the team assembled. Looks like the real mahjong kicks off in episode 3 - sure, the series is working at an accelerated pace, but it's not wasting time getting to the main event. And now that I've gotten to know Team Achiga better, I can say they're just as quirky as the team from the main series.

2012-04-15, 16:12	Link #348
ultimatemegax Nyahahahaha♥ Join Date: Aug 2009	Achiga is located in the Nara prefecture, which is where they would play in the preliminaries. Teru attends Shiraitodai, which is located in Tokyo. For reference, Kiyosumi, Kazekoshi, Tsuruga, and Ryuumonbuchi are located in the Nagano prefecture, located east of Nara (which is the gag before the OP this episode). (Technically it's northeast of Nara, but the subs said Shizuno was facing west, so I wanted to maintain the joke) (Quoted a post that was deleted, but thought the information would still be useful) Edit: Not worth a new post, but here's a friendly notice for those wanting to stay spoiler-free: it's best not to read the preview on the TV-Tokyo website. It's plenty spoilertastic that will ruin the fun of next week's episode. Thought I should warn everyone just in case. __________________ “Nyahaha! Then we move to round two, Hero! ★” Chuunibyou translation: 1st novel - OUT/ 2nd novel - OUT Last edited by ultimatemegax; 2012-04-15 at 19:21.

2012-04-15, 16:14	Link #349
maplehurry Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007	yepp thanks. I asked a premature question at the 18min mark of the episode.

2012-04-15, 17:36	Link #350
Requiem-x The slacking one Join Date: Apr 2012	When I finally decide to join this board, it's because of Saki, go figure. Anyway, after watching the first two episodes I have to say it's impressive how well adapted the story is from the manga. Everything's there, and some small stuff got added as well. Speaking of that, episode 2 did a great job showing how traumatized Akado got because of her defeat at the hands of good ol' Kojaki, I did not get that feeling from her at all in this part of the manga, or any other for that matter, I'm genuinely impressed. Anyway, quick character opinion rundown: Shizuno is awesome, as cheerful as expected and excellent voice. Ako is surprisingly likable from the get go, I didn't pay that much attention to her in the manga until later, and now I'm wondering why. Kuro is just adorable, Yuu is ten times cuter that expected, and is it me or she looks completely different in the anime? And Arata is already doing a great job as the team's main provider of yuri. I really hope she gets more screen time in the anime, though it seems we're following the manga quite closely, but then again, with only 9 chapters of manga, some extra content will have to be added sooner or later, hopefully with much more yuri. Anyway, excelent adaptation, and next week is the moment we've all been waiting for. Last edited by relentlessflame; 2012-04-15 at 20:32. Reason: removed spoiler

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Peanutbutter Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007	That was quite an ED there. Especially for someone who reads the manga.

2012-04-15, 20:32	Link #352
*relentlessflame* 　 Administrator Join Date: Dec 2003 Age: 41	I want to remind anyone that no comments or hints about the manga may be presented in this thread (even behind spoiler tags). Some posts above may be edited/removed. __________________ [...]

2012-04-16, 02:12	Link #353
night_sentinel Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Earth	Yey, a Saki anime at long last. Just watched the first two episode and I must say that it has a great feel like the original. Though, I felt that they should have added more mahjong battles. The thing that I enjoyed the most with the original Saki anime is the crazy probability defying mahjong battles. With unrelated badass special effects of course. The achiga cast seems fine but I'm missing the original cast. Hopefully they will get cameos or appear a lot in the future since Nodoka-chan is their goal after all. Btw, the no spoiler policy only applies to the non-animated parts of the original Saki manga and the Achiga manga right? The main anime series can be freely talked about since this is technically a sequel? __________________ Saki - The Conclusion of the Fifth Stage Match Saki 190 - Yuuki Gambling Mathematical Waves Saki - 1st Half of the Vanguard Finals - Mysterious Cousins and Rare Yakumans Last edited by night_sentinel; 2012-04-16 at 02:13. Reason: spelling

2012-04-16, 06:14	Link #354
KyriaL You are Reading this! Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: In the study room	This episode felt longer than it should have, but it would be real enjoyment watching some epic mahjong battles in the coming episodes. Probably the only downside is that they re-used quite a number of old OSTs, but it does bring back nostalgia though. The original cast appeared in the OP, does that mean they will play a part in this show somehow?

2012-04-16, 06:30	Link #355
thundrakkon Anime-Only Viewer Graphic Designer Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: USA	So if this series is concurrent with the original Saki series, then ultimately, I am expecting this series to end right at the point they face Saki's and Nodoka's team. Which, I hope, will lead to series 2 of Saki, continuing where it left off and eventually matching this series. __________________

2012-04-16, 06:38	Link #356
Qilin Romanticist Join Date: Aug 2009 Age: 33	Oh, wow. They covered a lot more ground in the second episode than I initially expected without feeling rushed. In fact, I felt that an adequate amount of time was allotted for each important plot point. Good job really. If they keep this up, there might even be some room for some anime original scenes (like in the prefectural tournament next episode perhaps?). Yep. And I see Miyanaga Teru in the preview. Next week is going to be great. __________________ "There’s an up higher than up, but at the very top, down is all there is."

2012-04-16, 12:26	Link #357
Kyuu =^^= Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: 42° 10' N (Latitude) 87° 33' W (Longitude) Age: 45	Funny thing. I took a very close look at the 25th episode of season 1 -- just to see if the Achiga girls are in there. Of course, that's an unreasonable inquiry - but at this point, based on season 1, I'm not eliminating the possibility just yet. __________________ Japanese Mahjong Group \| Currently Watching List \| Click on this - I dare you.