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germanturkey · 2010-04-08, 21:21

i'm not a big fan of her reign of terror moments, but they're good for laughs. hopefully they'll play less of a role as the series goes on. anyways, it looks like we're finally getting to the theme days? yesssssssss.

Midonin · 2010-04-08, 21:59

I don't think Satsuki has the body type to complete the trio.

germanturkey · 2010-04-08, 22:24

^ who are those two?

Midonin · 2010-04-08, 22:27

Cecily Cambell and Luke Ainsworth of The Sacred Blacksmith. It's a voice actor joke.

germanturkey · 2010-04-08, 22:29

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Originally Posted by Midonin

Cecily Cambell and Luke Ainsworth of The Sacred Blacksmith. It's a voice actor joke.

that'd explain it. never watched it, nor do i care that much about VAs

Shiina · 2010-04-08, 22:53

It had to be done eventually.

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Originally Posted by Midonin

I don't think Satsuki has the body type to complete the trio.

(But I'm sure she'd try cosplaying anyway.)
Satsuki doesn't fit any of Aki Toyosaki's usual roles at all. Didn't realize it was her in episode 1, and was shocked to see her name in the cast list later. But she's doing a great job voicing Satsuki~ And the rest of the cast as well. I haven't listened to much of the drama CD, but I'm liking the anime's voices over the drama CD's voices so far.

serenade_beta · 2010-04-08, 23:31

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Originally Posted by Midonin

I don't think Satsuki has the body type to complete the trio.

Knew this was coming...

pagan poor · 2010-04-09, 01:33

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Originally Posted by Midonin

I don't think Satsuki has the body type to complete the trio.

I dunno.. didn't Cecily have bigger..

Shiroth · 2010-04-09, 03:40

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Originally Posted by serenade_beta

Knew this was coming...

Yeah, and it doesn't disappoint.

DragoZERO · 2010-04-09, 09:55

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Originally Posted by Midonin

Cecily Cambell and Luke Ainsworth of The Sacred Blacksmith. It's a voice actor joke.

They're the same? That's pretty funny. At least this time they're part of an anime that has real potential.

Sol Falling · 2010-04-09, 22:22

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Originally Posted by hoofy

Those who found Misaki's reign of terror lacking in epi 1 should be satisfied with the new epi.

The BGM during the scenes at her house cracks me up ... can't quite put my finger on the reason why yet though

Spoiler:

Just watched episode 2.

Spoiler:

As for the 'reign of terror' thing: although I suppose you may be able to say that Misaki's demon scenes increased in intensity...to be honest, my envisioning of Misaki's strength is/would be more of a shounen depiction of straight up battle auras/power level, as opposed to these surreallistic super-deformed caricatures which seem to be aiming more for comedy. It's kinda strange to be saying this, but yes what I mean is that for me Misaki has a bit of a badass shounen fighting character appeal.

On to the episode itself: I don't think this episode demonstrated the conflict/tension that well. Usui's characterization came off as a bit random at the end--his initiative/genuine approval in participating in the boy's cosplay plan was portrayed a bit too strongly, so that he appeared to be Misaki's genuine enemy in condoning such stupidity, which made his sudden switcharound at the end where he leads the guys to start helping her seem inconsistent. The truth is, Usui's real motivation for joining in wasn't because he thought dragging in unwilling customers or forcing them to play strip 'rock paper scissors' was 'fun' or 'interesting', and more because he wanted to mitigate the outright rebellion the boys had against Misaki near the end, which he saw coming. Related to this, and the 'conflict/tension' remark I made above: in the anime, it is less clear that Misaki's apology to the guys is for having genuinely done something wrong, coming off instead as something she was forced to do due to needing the guys' help to run the cafe.

However, on a more positive note: I've officially decided I like Usui's voice actor. Although the character issues in the latter half, as well as the somewhat laughably bad English, didn't carry this impression all the way through the episode, I found the delivery of Usui's lines this episode quite enjoyable in general.

With regards to skipping all the way to ch. 12 for the next episode: this was actually one of the chapters I was referring to with my 'early Misaki development' remarks, and plotwise it isn't especially connected to other events, so overall this reshuffling might turn out pretty well. I agree though that they definately need to get back to 3-11 immediately afterwards--that's the actual plot, after all.

DragoonKain3 · 2010-04-09, 22:51

Yet again, this episode how great a Misaki plays the tsundere archetype. Heck, the three stooges call the stereotype themselves; 'Misaki in seitokaichou outfit is good, but maid is also nice!' lol

Really, the maid outfit is obviously designed for Misaki. It really does suit her, especially when you compare her to the other girls who works in the cafe. So moe indeed, though admittedly, I didn't like her nekomimi (then again I never liked it in the first place

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As for Usui... yet another ho hum appearance by him. I dunno, but I'm starting to think this is actually worse than me outright hating his character (like say Domyuuji of Hana Yori Dango fame)... at least then I feel SOMETHING for that guy. Oh well, I guess I'll keep watching the show just for Misaki lol.

Ultra Violet · 2010-04-10, 07:17

Enjoyed the second episode. *two thumbs up*~!

Tensa · 2010-04-10, 14:38

And where's my Avatar & Signature request thread~?

FlashFumo · 2010-04-10, 16:43

Watched episode 1 a few days ago.
Is it me, or is this generic as all hell? A tsundere female lead and Hayama from Kodocha have various uncomfortable encounters.

Wow. Original.

musume_no_hoshi · 2010-04-10, 16:47

Spoiler for Episode 2:

If J.C Staff keeps up with this, I think I'll enjoy all of it.

Shiroth · 2010-04-10, 16:56

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Originally Posted by Tensa

And where's my Avatar & Signature request thread~?

Avatar request thread

Signature request thread

xia · 2010-04-10, 17:24

I cant help but love this show.
Its on my watch immediately list.

kuro341 · 2010-04-10, 19:12

This show is is Extremely FUNNY!!!!!
Especially

Spoiler for since:

germanturkey · 2010-04-10, 19:48

yay, new episode was good. its good she realizes her mistakes with the guys. needs more relationship development... but it'll come in time.

2010-04-08, 21:21	Link #161
germanturkey Udon-YAAAAAAAA Join Date: Jan 2008 Age: 35	i'm not a big fan of her reign of terror moments, but they're good for laughs. hopefully they'll play less of a role as the series goes on. anyways, it looks like we're finally getting to the theme days? yesssssssss. __________________ Aria is the best series EVER. Rewatch Origination with me. Blessed are those who listen to headphones, for they listen to the sound of heaven.

2010-04-08, 22:24	Link #163
germanturkey Udon-YAAAAAAAA Join Date: Jan 2008 Age: 35	^ who are those two? __________________ Aria is the best series EVER. Rewatch Origination with me. Blessed are those who listen to headphones, for they listen to the sound of heaven.

2010-04-09, 22:51	Link #172
DragoonKain3 Osana-Najimi Shipper Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Mt. Ordeals	Yet again, this episode how great a Misaki plays the tsundere archetype. Heck, the three stooges call the stereotype themselves; 'Misaki in seitokaichou outfit is good, but maid is also nice!' lol Really, the maid outfit is obviously designed for Misaki. It really does suit her, especially when you compare her to the other girls who works in the cafe. So moe indeed, though admittedly, I didn't like her nekomimi (then again I never liked it in the first place ) As for Usui... yet another ho hum appearance by him. I dunno, but I'm starting to think this is actually worse than me outright hating his character (like say Domyuuji of Hana Yori Dango fame)... at least then I feel SOMETHING for that guy. Oh well, I guess I'll keep watching the show just for Misaki lol. __________________ Yes its YOU childhood friend - source of BERZERKER RAGE since forever Childhood Friend couple STATISTICS(spoilers abound though)

2010-04-10, 07:17	Link #173
Ultra Violet Not a color Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Somewhere hidden	Enjoyed the second episode. two thumbs up~! __________________

2010-04-10, 16:47	Link #176
musume_no_hoshi ~Eternal Bakaness~ Join Date: May 2006 Location: Cheesecake wonderland	Spoiler for Episode 2: -I enjoyed this episode alot more then the first episode. I can't remember much of the manga anyway. -I loved Daa!^3, this episode certainly gives the same vibes. I think it's still the sparkly still frames, weird chibis and the water coloured backgrounds. -Usui's 'Neko-mimi moe' is pure win. I love the otaku cafe manager. -The new Usui seiyuu is better then Sugita. I like the quality of his voice. I'll over look the bad english, it's pretty common. If J.C Staff keeps up with this, I think I'll enjoy all of it. __________________

2010-04-08, 21:59	Link #162
Midonin Last Engage Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Florida	I don't think Satsuki has the body type to complete the trio.

2010-04-08, 22:27	Link #164
Midonin Last Engage Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Florida	Cecily Cambell and Luke Ainsworth of The Sacred Blacksmith. It's a voice actor joke.

2010-04-10, 14:38	Link #174
Tensa Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2009	And where's my Avatar & Signature request thread~?

2010-04-10, 16:43	Link #175
FlashFumo Wait, what? Join Date: Dec 2008 Age: 30	Watched episode 1 a few days ago. Is it me, or is this generic as all hell? A tsundere female lead and Hayama from Kodocha have various uncomfortable encounters. Wow. Original.

2010-04-10, 17:24	Link #178
xia Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007	I cant help but love this show. Its on my watch immediately list. __________________ Thanks vandakiara for the sig! Currently watching On deck for 08/09: Claymore, Monster, Paradise Kiss,

2010-04-10, 19:12	Link #179
kuro341 Lucky Star love anyone? Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Somewhere Age: 31	This show is is Extremely FUNNY!!!!! Especially Spoiler for since: The people who made fun of Misaki are now her fans wtf?!

2010-04-10, 19:48	Link #180
germanturkey Udon-YAAAAAAAA Join Date: Jan 2008 Age: 35	yay, new episode was good. its good she realizes her mistakes with the guys. needs more relationship development... but it'll come in time. __________________ Aria is the best series EVER. Rewatch Origination with me. Blessed are those who listen to headphones, for they listen to the sound of heaven.