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Lukes YGO & WS on YT · 2018-01-07, 17:00

Spoiler for My comments/feedback for EP 1:

alex_drian · 2018-01-10, 10:34

I like it, is my type of anime, so I think that I know where this is going, but I will stick.

Marina2 · 2018-01-10, 12:55

Translation of information on the world and terminology.

Spoiler for text wall:

Credit: Anon on 4chan.

Random Wanderer · 2018-01-10, 13:23

Interesting... thank you for bringing that over.

alex_drian · 2018-01-10, 17:49

The Tragedy of Sagami Bay seems that will be important later.

Marcus H. · 2018-01-10, 19:05

http://toji-no-miko.wikia.com/wiki/A...hip_Tournament

Some "analysis" I did based on on Swordsmanship Tournament. I don't know ALL the terms, but one should be able to find out how each style works.

Kaoru and her massive sword, for example, uses the fighting style Yakumaru Jigen-Ryu (as with other Jigen-Ryu styles) that focuses on the ONE BIG STRIKE. Apparently in Golden Kamuy, one character warns another to NEVER try to parry a strike from a Jigen-Ryu practitioner, else one would receive two swords on its head.
Kanami's style focuses on reading enemy movements and outwinning them on each clash. This would explain why Sayaka lost; she kept on engaging Kanami, allowing Sayaka to be "read". The episode would also show Kanami's immense insight, recognizing fighting styles just by seeing one kata on display.
Mai's style, Hokushin Itto-Ryu, has a principle where "a perfect technique should contain defense and offense in one action". Kanami attested to this, noting that Mai's Seigan (the basic combat stance) was unbreakable. Mai also attempted this on Kanami using the seiza position, forcing Kanami to attack instead of respond with Mai preparing for a defense strat—alas, she lost because Kanami was simply too knowledgeable about Mai's combat style.
Hiyori is quite formidable with her Kashima Shinto-Ryu, which is based on practical responses to combat since the style was developed with strong influences to the Warring States Period. Hiyori finds weak points and WILL use them to her advantage.
Ellen's style, Taisha-ryu suits uneven terrain since it was designed that way (practical combat techniques), and one notable trait is having a low stance compared to other styles. That's probably why Hiyori attacked from such a low angle.

MeoTwister5 · 2018-01-11, 06:10

You know typically when I try to watch shows like this, that is to say a nearly girl exclusive cast trying to be badasses in an action show, there's something in it that annoys me to no end that I end up dropping it a few episodes in. It's usually when the "action" is just a bait to draw you into a show that's really about girlish antics.

But as Marcus H. posts, the pilot episode's nearly remarkable adherence to practical and believable (in context) combat techniques shows that the writing team did their research and likely knows their stuff. That in itself already puts it leagues above other shows like it, and that in itself is why I hope the series will remain as focused to its premise as this initial episode.

ValvraveTruth · 2018-01-12, 10:21

Episode 2 has revealed the most important part of the plot, simple(cliche) & straightforward but with solid story definately worth good ratings for now with no cutesy yuri stuffs in it. I can see why this has a total of 24 episodes, really can't wait how the plot leads to the final stage/boss.

Definately worth 7/10 for me at episode 2, this kind of story is much better than many anime there are.

Sageblink · 2018-01-12, 11:36

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Originally Posted by ValvraveTruth

Episode 2 has revealed the most important part of the plot, simple(cliche) & straightforward but with solid story definately worth good ratings for now with no cutesy yuri stuffs in it. I can see why this has a total of 24 episodes, really can't wait how the plot leads to the final stage/boss.

Definately worth 7/10 for me at episode 2, this kind of story is much better than many anime there are.

Well, even though I kinda enjoyed it, I wouldn't called "solid" a story where the main girl just follows some random girl she barely knows because she "saw" something, instead of going to a teacher/superior to talk about it.
It is indeed cliché, but usually the characters are forced to tag along in some way. Yet she decided on her own to follow.

Sure, she may have thought "maybe there are more of them" but that doesn't seem to be imply at all. She just rescue her and run away for the sake of the plot. Now let's just wait for the other 4 of them to come together as a group but I'm not quite sure a plot twist would elevate the plot...

Random Wanderer · 2018-01-12, 11:47

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Originally Posted by Sageblink

Well, even though I kinda enjoyed it, I wouldn't called "solid" a story where the main girl just follows some random girl she barely knows because she "saw" something, instead of going to a teacher/superior to talk about it.
It is indeed cliché, but usually the characters are forced to tag along in some way. Yet she decided on her own to follow.

Sure, she may have thought "maybe there are more of them" but that doesn't seem to be imply at all. She just rescue her and run away for the sake of the plot. Now let's just wait for the other 4 of them to come together as a group but I'm not quite sure a plot twist would elevate the plot...

Who was she going to talk to? There was no one else in authority at the tournament other than members of the Origami family, one of whom she had seen was a monster, and another of whom had just tried to kill Hiyori. The choice was get out or be murdered. Reveal what you know and definitely be murdered, along with anyone who may have been close enough to hear what you said. Flee until you have a chance to try to find out who can and can't be trusted.

wuhugm · 2018-01-12, 12:30

Ep 2

Great 1 gender anime

So they are now forbidden to collect Noro coz the higher ups are monsters, huh?

Marina2 · 2018-01-12, 12:49

Ep.2

Did Mai just get NTR-ed.......?

Anyway, Mai has (secretly) joined Kanami's side. Let's see how will Kanami convince the rest of girls to join her.

Look like elite guards are really good guys. They just get tricked by (fake) Yukari to work for her. Once the truth is revealed, they will probably help out the MCs. According to the official website, Yume's swordsmanship is the best among the elite guards but she has troublesome personality. I'm looking forward to see the battle between her and Kanami as both of them seems to enjoy fighting.

Kazu-kun · 2018-01-12, 14:52

So, according to Mai, Hiyori actually sucks as swordsmanship. Like she's just relying on her speed or something.

I thought Hiyori would be good enough to rival the MC but it doesn't look like it. That's disappointing. The MC is way too good and no one come close to her in skills. I don't like that kind of characters.

Lukes YGO & WS on YT · 2018-01-12, 17:29

Spoiler for EP 2 Comments/Feedback:

Liddo-kun · 2018-01-12, 18:13

Watched episode 1:

This is a nice surprise. Enjoyed it. Could not remember many character names yet, but I did not dislike anyone. Why did hiyori attack that person?

Looking forward to episode 2.

Requiem-x · 2018-01-12, 18:25

Ange Vierge-esque twist, check. Ok, I'm in. Mind you, it wasn't that well revealed, and things didn't look that good overall, in the visual sense, but it was still fun enough for me to want to see what happens next, and despite how simplistic it is, I'm liking Hiyori and Kanami's dynamic so far.

Poor Mai, though. That was fast

Marina2 · 2018-01-12, 20:49

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Originally Posted by Kazu-kun

So, according to Mai, Hiyori actually sucks as swordsmanship. Like she's just relying on her speed or something.

I thought Hiyori would be good enough to rival the MC but it doesn't look like it. That's disappointing. The MC is way too good and no one come close to her in skills. I don't like that kind of characters.

She's basically a national's champion you know.

(if she and Hiyori fought , she would have won). Her sword style also allow her to beat any opponent if she manage to 'read' them. I welcome MCs that is strong from the start. Character development can be focused on other area.

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Originally Posted by Marcus H.

Kanami's style focuses on reading enemy movements and outwinning them on each clash

Random Wanderer · 2018-01-12, 21:43

Hiyori's style is designed around exploiting an enemy's weaknesses to land a finishing strike. Mai may actually be one of the worst possible matchups for Hiyori, because her style revolves around eliminating all imperfections and weaknesses in their movements.

Kazu-kun · 2018-01-12, 22:07

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Originally Posted by Marina2

She's basically a national's champion you know.

(if she and Hiyori fought , she would have won).

If Hiyori's predictable like Mai said, Kanami would beat her easily. Kanami excels in figure out other fighters' techniques and such. Someone straightforward and predictable like Hiyori wouldn't even be a challenge to her.

HandofFate · 2018-01-12, 23:31

i do like the attention to detail in the sword styles, looking forward to how the plot develops.

I really feel like the two are in some dire straits with the people in power actually being monsters. Gonna be a tough upward battle the whole run.

At first with the girl going just "I wanna spar you" Thought she was gonna be slightly dumb, but turns out she's actually really smart and has a good head.

She noticed the monster and knew the only they could do was run.

2018-01-07, 17:00	Link #41
Lukes YGO & WS on YT Naracchi & Saracchi Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Australia Age: 40	Spoiler for My comments/feedback for EP 1: I thought this was decent. Super strong schoogirl saving Japan, seen it heaps of times before but didn't stop me from enjoying this. Pretty good animations. Kanami Etou, fun energetic but sometimes clueless character. Mai Yanase the big sister to look after her. Then we have Hiyori Juujuu the calm intense looking girl. Was hoping to see a bit more from the nationals tournament, it was over so quickly. Mai's opponent had a ridiculously big sword. Now I just want to know why Juujuu attacked Yukari Origami, something to do with her home been cleared out? Either way it looks like a bad idea, she would be super strong and all her bodyguards seem to be on a higher level than all these school girls. __________________ Waifu Anime Video Game Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3a...dHFzXbqPV47c-A YU-GI-OH! YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/user/EternalDragonOfChaos/about https://myanimelist.net/profile/LukesYGO_WSonYT

2018-01-10, 12:55	Link #43
Marina2 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006	Translation of information on the world and terminology. Spoiler for text wall: Toji [Sword user] - The Miko who brandish Okatana. Can only be female. By manifesting the spirits of the Okatana in themselves, they draw out their power and suppress the Aradama. Most of them are students who haven't yet reached adulthood and study in specialised schools, honing their skills, all while fulfilling their police duties. Okatana [Venerable sword] - Japanese-style swords made from a rare metal with divine properties - jewel steel. Can be used by the Toji, and only them, to call upon various powers from a different dimension called the Hidden Realm. The only weapon capable of taking down the Aradama. Noro - the impurities that are removed in the refinement of jewel steel. As they possess divine qualities, they are virtually indestructible by normal means and are treated with utmost care. If Noro is allowed to agglomerate, it will form into an Aradama and bring disasters upon the world. To prevent that, since times immemorial it has been split into small quantities and then placed as offerings in forests around the country. Aradama [Raging soul] - also called ghosts, spirits and youkai. Their true nature is Noro agglomerated into a pseudo-living creature. fucking Mushi Depending on the amount and properties of the Noro, the disasters they bring are different. The Miko wielding Okatana are capable of cutting down and exorcising them. Gokaden - The collective name of the five middle-to-high specialised sword schools in Japan. Kanagawa's Renpu Girls' Academy, Gifu's Minoseki Academy, Kyoto's Ayanokouji Martial Arts School, Nara's Heijou Institute and Okayama's Osafune Girls' Academy. Under the control of the specialised sword administration bureau. Is tasked not only with training of the Toji themselves, but ot their support personnel as well. Special Ritual Riot Squad - A troop belonging to the Special Sword Administration Bureau of the National Police Agency. Wield the special swords known as the Okatana and have permission to use them at their own discretion. They hold a special position in government service, and a lot of them are females that haven't yet reached adulthood. Special Ritual Riot Squad is the official name of the troop, but it's commonly called simply "The Toji", and sometimes, with gratitude, "our Toji". The Tragedy of Sagami Bay - The worst Aradama-caused tragedy in history which happened 20 years prior in September of 1998. An incident that occured on the coast of Sagami Bay led to large amounts of Noro being leaked into the sea, which formed into the largest Aradama ever observed. The Aradama landed on the coast and headed north, causing large-scale damage to the city of Fujisawa, which resulted in over 3000 casualties. Through cooperation of the SRRS and the Self-Defence Force the Aradama was driven to Enoshima. Thanks to the efforts of the select few elites of the SRRS, it was successfully subjugated. Following the event, the aforementioned six elites were labeled heroes. Utsushi [Duplicate] - One of the Toji's most basic fighting skills, and their strongest defensive ability. Using the Okatana as an intermediary, one's physical body is transformed into a body of energy. While Utsushi is active, all damage the real body would've taken takes form of pain and mental fatigue. Receiving a blow to a part of a body will make that part vanish and its function be lost, but one's real body will take no damage while it is active. Jin'i [Swift move] - An offensive skill of the Toji. Using the Okatana as an intermediary, one departs from the normal flow of time and accelerates. The Hidden Realm is made up of multiple layers, with each one having flow of time faster than the previous one. Thus, the deeper one delves, the more effective their Jin'i becomes. Those with a lot of training can reach the deeper, faster layers. ……………………. the names of okatana and fighting styles of the 11 known characters. Kanami = Chidori/Yagyu Shinkage-Ryu Hiyori = Kogarasumaru/Kashima Shinto-Ryu Mai = Magoroku Kanemoto/Hokushin Itto-Ryu Sayaka = Myoho Muramasa/Onoha Itto-Ryu Kaoru = Nenekirimaru/Yakumaru Jigen-Ryu Ellen = Echizen Yasutsugu/Taisha-Ryu Yukari = Okanehira and Dojigiri Yasutsuna/Niten Ichi-Ryu Maki = Usumidori (Hoemaru)/Shindo Munen-Ryu Suzuka = Kujikanesada/Kurama-Ryu Yomi = Suijingiri Kanemitsu/Shinjin-Ryu Yume = Nikkari Ao'e/Ten'nen Rishin-Ryu Credit: Anon on 4chan. __________________

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Random Wanderer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007	Interesting... thank you for bringing that over. __________________

2018-01-10, 19:05	Link #46
Marcus H. Princess or Plunderer? Join Date: May 2009 Location: the Philippines	http://toji-no-miko.wikia.com/wiki/A...hip_Tournament Some "analysis" I did based on on Swordsmanship Tournament. I don't know ALL the terms, but one should be able to find out how each style works. Kaoru and her massive sword, for example, uses the fighting style Yakumaru Jigen-Ryu (as with other Jigen-Ryu styles) that focuses on the ONE BIG STRIKE. Apparently in Golden Kamuy, one character warns another to NEVER try to parry a strike from a Jigen-Ryu practitioner, else one would receive two swords on its head. Kanami's style focuses on reading enemy movements and outwinning them on each clash. This would explain why Sayaka lost; she kept on engaging Kanami, allowing Sayaka to be "read". The episode would also show Kanami's immense insight, recognizing fighting styles just by seeing one kata on display. Mai's style, Hokushin Itto-Ryu, has a principle where "a perfect technique should contain defense and offense in one action". Kanami attested to this, noting that Mai's Seigan (the basic combat stance) was unbreakable. Mai also attempted this on Kanami using the seiza position, forcing Kanami to attack instead of respond with Mai preparing for a defense strat—alas, she lost because Kanami was simply too knowledgeable about Mai's combat style. Hiyori is quite formidable with her Kashima Shinto-Ryu, which is based on practical responses to combat since the style was developed with strong influences to the Warring States Period. Hiyori finds weak points and WILL use them to her advantage. Ellen's style, Taisha-ryu suits uneven terrain since it was designed that way (practical combat techniques), and one notable trait is having a low stance compared to other styles. That's probably why Hiyori attacked from such a low angle. __________________ Continuing: White Sand Aquatope (6/24) and Vanitas S2 (0/12), The Vampire Dies in No Time S2 and Bofuri S2 (3/12). 2021: Restaurant to Another World S2 (3/12), takt Op. Destiny (1/12) and Taisho Maiden Fairy Tale (1/12). 2022: Yuusha Yamemasu (1/12), Kaguya-sama S3, Mob Psycho 100 III (Oct06), Bleach: 1000 Year Blood War (2/13) and Chainsaw Man (6/12). Spring 2023: Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru, Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Punch! (4/12), Skip to Loafer, Tonikaku Kawaii S2 (1/12), Otonari ni Ginga (5/12) and Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia (3/13). Contact me on Wikia and MyAnimeList. Anime List Status ~ Watching: 33. Completed: 468. Plan to watch: 39.

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MeoTwister5 Komrades of Kitamura Kou Join Date: Jul 2004 Age: 39	You know typically when I try to watch shows like this, that is to say a nearly girl exclusive cast trying to be badasses in an action show, there's something in it that annoys me to no end that I end up dropping it a few episodes in. It's usually when the "action" is just a bait to draw you into a show that's really about girlish antics. But as Marcus H. posts, the pilot episode's nearly remarkable adherence to practical and believable (in context) combat techniques shows that the writing team did their research and likely knows their stuff. That in itself already puts it leagues above other shows like it, and that in itself is why I hope the series will remain as focused to its premise as this initial episode. __________________ Medical Student vs. Anime Last Exile - Fam the Silver Wing -

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alex_drian Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015	I like it, is my type of anime, so I think that I know where this is going, but I will stick.

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alex_drian Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015	The Tragedy of Sagami Bay seems that will be important later.

2018-01-12, 10:21	Link #48
ValvraveTruth Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Singapore	Episode 2 has revealed the most important part of the plot, simple(cliche) & straightforward but with solid story definately worth good ratings for now with no cutesy yuri stuffs in it. I can see why this has a total of 24 episodes, really can't wait how the plot leads to the final stage/boss. Definately worth 7/10 for me at episode 2, this kind of story is much better than many anime there are. __________________ Last edited by ValvraveTruth; 2018-01-12 at 10:36.

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wuhugm Confused Shark Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Atlantis	Ep 2 Great 1 gender anime So they are now forbidden to collect Noro coz the higher ups are monsters, huh? __________________ ------------------------------------------ [SPOILER] Manga, Anime, & LN Where The Girl MC Ended Up With Is Not The Main Heroine All My Threads

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Marina2 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006	Ep.2 Did Mai just get NTR-ed.......? Anyway, Mai has (secretly) joined Kanami's side. Let's see how will Kanami convince the rest of girls to join her. Look like elite guards are really good guys. They just get tricked by (fake) Yukari to work for her. Once the truth is revealed, they will probably help out the MCs. According to the official website, Yume's swordsmanship is the best among the elite guards but she has troublesome personality. I'm looking forward to see the battle between her and Kanami as both of them seems to enjoy fighting. __________________ Last edited by Marina2; 2018-01-12 at 13:06.

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Kazu-kun Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006	So, according to Mai, Hiyori actually sucks as swordsmanship. Like she's just relying on her speed or something. I thought Hiyori would be good enough to rival the MC but it doesn't look like it. That's disappointing. The MC is way too good and no one come close to her in skills. I don't like that kind of characters. __________________

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Lukes YGO & WS on YT Naracchi & Saracchi Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Australia Age: 40	Spoiler for EP 2 Comments/Feedback: Pretty good opening and ending for this. Those 2 were on the run this entire episode and managed to be fine. Kanami still wanted to have fun even in that situation lol. We all love ice cream. Ah so now we know what's going on, Origami is being controlled by the Aradama. Kanami is pretty special, she's able to see what others cannot. __________________ Waifu Anime Video Game Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3a...dHFzXbqPV47c-A YU-GI-OH! YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/user/EternalDragonOfChaos/about https://myanimelist.net/profile/LukesYGO_WSonYT

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Liddo-kun is this so? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Gradius Home World	Watched episode 1: This is a nice surprise. Enjoyed it. Could not remember many character names yet, but I did not dislike anyone. Why did hiyori attack that person? Looking forward to episode 2. __________________ Clearing 4 domain with Qiqi / MTGNexus - Magic Art Gallery / AnimEVO 2020 - EFZ tournament / Cool Japan Festival 2015

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Requiem-x The slacking one Join Date: Apr 2012	Ange Vierge-esque twist, check. Ok, I'm in. Mind you, it wasn't that well revealed, and things didn't look that good overall, in the visual sense, but it was still fun enough for me to want to see what happens next, and despite how simplistic it is, I'm liking Hiyori and Kanami's dynamic so far. Poor Mai, though. That was fast

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Random Wanderer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007	Hiyori's style is designed around exploiting an enemy's weaknesses to land a finishing strike. Mai may actually be one of the worst possible matchups for Hiyori, because her style revolves around eliminating all imperfections and weaknesses in their movements. __________________

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HandofFate Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006	i do like the attention to detail in the sword styles, looking forward to how the plot develops. I really feel like the two are in some dire straits with the people in power actually being monsters. Gonna be a tough upward battle the whole run. At first with the girl going just "I wanna spar you" Thought she was gonna be slightly dumb, but turns out she's actually really smart and has a good head. She noticed the monster and knew the only they could do was run. __________________ ... Last edited by HandofFate; 2018-01-13 at 00:52.