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myopius · 2006-10-27, 20:15

Another great episode. I enjoyed seeing Ayu without her coat on, finally I can see reason to believe she's the same age as Yuuichi. The next episode's preview... hmm. So they're already explaining what's with that swordswoman already. I dunno what to expect in regard to concrete plot from this series, so I just hope they stay away from cliches. i0td put it very nicely when he said it's an episode which makes you feel warm and fuzzy. The animation and art is beautiful, as always.

Richard 23 · 2006-10-27, 20:35

I half expected an Air cameo somewhere when Yuuichi was given the task of delivering bento to Nayuki at school. They fooled me on that score!

An excellent episode. Not feeling as rushed as Kanon 2002. Some are wondering how they can "stretch" Kanon 2006 into 24 episodes. Frankly I'd have been more concerned about how they could cram Kanon 2002 into 13. No stretching necessary.

I also had a feeling, from last week's preview that they weren't going to delve into Mai's story yet. And I was right. Next week we'll get an introduction into what Mai's up to. It will be fun.

I almost missed Nayuki's whining about her notes from Kanon 2002, but they handled it in a reasonable and believable way. Kanon 2002: "noto, noto, noto...."

As others have sagely observed: no complaints. I don't see Kyoto messing any moment of this series up. So far not a frame has been wasted.

Skane · 2006-10-27, 20:38

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Originally Posted by Sushi-Y

You'll be faced with mystery jam and 了承(一秒) (one second acknowledgement) everyday though.

Akiko-san is forever 28 years-oldww

She had Nayuki when she was 12?

She's at least 32 years.

Narf!

orion · 2006-10-27, 20:43

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Originally Posted by myopius

Another great episode. I enjoyed seeing Ayu without her coat on, finally I can see reason to believe she's the same age as Yuuichi.

Yeah, you put Ayu in teen clothes and it's a different picture.

Ayu in an Air ep. 2 cameo with Nayuki and Makoto.

Matt Soulblade · 2006-10-27, 20:46

Very nice episode.

Spoiler:

And finally, I couldnt help screaming ILLIDAN!!!!!! in the preview for 5

Meophist · 2006-10-27, 20:51

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Originally Posted by Richard 23

Kanon 2002: "noto, noto, noto...."

"...nee~, atashi no no-to shiranai?"

Was that how it went in Kanon 2002? *doesn't remember*

In any case, I'm really liking the piece of music that's used at the end of the episode.

orion · 2006-10-27, 21:03

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Originally Posted by Matt Soulblade

Very nice episode.

Spoiler:

Aznod · 2006-10-27, 21:22

Did anyone else notice Potato on the shipping boxes?

Richard 23 · 2006-10-27, 21:46

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Originally Posted by Aznod

Did anyone else notice Potato on the shipping boxes?

Is that really Poteto? I don't remember what he looked like.

luckyovermind · 2006-10-27, 21:58

It appears that I am not the only one who was hoping for some Mai's action in this episode but ... didn't get it

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Originally Posted by Lord Faust

Wait, now that I think about it, there is something I need to get of my chest. Why on Earth on every single episode there is a scene involving Yuiichi upsetting Nayuki in one way or another? And I thought Yuiichi should know better now being grown up and stuff...Tsk...Tsk...Tsk... He really need to learn how to treat ladies better in general...^_^

That's why you get all those "Ayu haters" from the watchers of 2k2 kanon.

IRJustman · 2006-10-27, 22:01

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Originally Posted by Richard 23

Is that really Poteto? I don't remember what he looked like.

Your avatar should do the trick.

--Ian.

Sorrow-K · 2006-10-27, 22:05

You know, I don't think the amazing quality of the visuals can ever be overemphasized. This ep in particular just had moments where KyoAni seemed to take something ordinary and make it wonderful to look at, eg, Kyuuichi's completed room, the scene with the stars. The animation, directing and cinematography really are close to faultless.

Other than that, I can't think of much to post about that hasn't already been brought up. The story is very slowly and steadily progressing. The banter between characters seems a little more fleshed out than the first series, but obviously they have more time to play with to do this.

todkapuz · 2006-10-27, 22:09

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Originally Posted by Aznod

Did anyone else notice Potato on the shipping boxes?

Here I was frantically searching through all the scenes with boxes going "where?" .. thinking on as in on-top... then I realized... you mean on as in on the side.. the thing on the side not even resembling potato to me...

hmm.. maybe.. but seems a little obscure, even for Kyoani...

Minoto · 2006-10-27, 23:10

Wow...loved this episode, especially the Ayu / Makoto interaction. From what I've read in previous posts, that's a new addition that wasn't in the original game, yet it seemed perfectly in character for both of them. It was also nice to see the pace settling down a bit, now that the introductions have been made and they can focus more on character interaction. This is the feeling I was missing during the first couple of episodes, but it's pure bliss now.

I can't think of any real criticism to make, other than the shot of the starry sky didn't look as good as similar shots in AIR.

And speaking of AIR:

I think it's a bit of a stretch to say the white bear on Yuuichi's boxes is a Potato reference.
However, Akiko-san shops at the same place Minagi's mom does:

Wandering_Youth · 2006-10-27, 23:31

Meh, this episode was ok.

Spoiler:

orion · 2006-10-28, 03:49

I was bummed about not seeing Mai either, but it looks like she's got some good scenes in ep. 5.

And you shouldn't blame the moe typhoon (Ayu) for her effects on Yuichi.

She did help him to unpack his room. She's also took some zings from him too. The only ones who are unscathed so far are Akiko and Kaori.

That totally reminds me..

Spoiler:

Aznod · 2006-10-28, 08:32

The Potato on the box has the same look as Potato but the ears are just a bit off and doesn't have a tongue sticking out

New/Old · 2006-10-28, 09:23

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Originally Posted by orion

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Hmm-hmm. You know I'm enjoying it so far. Can't really add anything that's already been said. Heh heh.

velocity7 · 2006-10-28, 10:27

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Originally Posted by Minoto

And speaking of AIR:

I think it's a bit of a stretch to say the white bear on Yuuichi's boxes is a Potato reference.
However, Akiko-san shops at the same place Minagi's mom does:

Holy crap I did not notice that.

Shiroth · 2006-10-28, 10:38

Nayuki's red bow seriously stoke the episode for me. <3

Mai's scene at the end was 100% stunning. It also helped having the pretty sky/stars scene right before it. Next episode looks to have plenty of each girl-time, can probably see that happening from now on, though - i'm very much looking forward to Mai's treatment next week.

I also noticed the Air reference, nice add-in~

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2006-10-27, 20:15	Link #61
myopius Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006	Another great episode. I enjoyed seeing Ayu without her coat on, finally I can see reason to believe she's the same age as Yuuichi. The next episode's preview... hmm. So they're already explaining what's with that swordswoman already. I dunno what to expect in regard to concrete plot from this series, so I just hope they stay away from cliches. i0td put it very nicely when he said it's an episode which makes you feel warm and fuzzy. The animation and art is beautiful, as always. __________________

2006-10-27, 20:46	Link #65
Matt Soulblade 1000 times better Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Surrounded by Mistery (cool isn't?)	Very nice episode. Spoiler: I really liked the first part (the childhood memory), felt very bad for Nayuki, Yuiichi knows how to be an idiot when he wants xD. The auuu/uguu battle was memorable a nice touch for us moe freaks :P A lot of tips and secrets... Kanon is turning to be really good for now (just as expected) And finally, I couldnt help screaming ILLIDAN!!!!!! in the preview for 5

2006-10-27, 22:05	Link #72
Sorrow-K Somehow I found out Join Date: Feb 2006 Age: 40	You know, I don't think the amazing quality of the visuals can ever be overemphasized. This ep in particular just had moments where KyoAni seemed to take something ordinary and make it wonderful to look at, eg, Kyuuichi's completed room, the scene with the stars. The animation, directing and cinematography really are close to faultless. Other than that, I can't think of much to post about that hasn't already been brought up. The story is very slowly and steadily progressing. The banter between characters seems a little more fleshed out than the first series, but obviously they have more time to play with to do this. __________________ .:The Nihon Review:.:Ikoku Meiro no Croisée:.:Tamayura: Hitotose:. .:Behind The Nihon Review:.:Understanding Guilty Crown’s Failure:. .:MAL:.:Twitter:.

2006-10-27, 23:10	Link #74
Minoto Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Portland, Oregon Age: 52	Wow...loved this episode, especially the Ayu / Makoto interaction. From what I've read in previous posts, that's a new addition that wasn't in the original game, yet it seemed perfectly in character for both of them. It was also nice to see the pace settling down a bit, now that the introductions have been made and they can focus more on character interaction. This is the feeling I was missing during the first couple of episodes, but it's pure bliss now. I can't think of any real criticism to make, other than the shot of the starry sky didn't look as good as similar shots in AIR. And speaking of AIR: I think it's a bit of a stretch to say the white bear on Yuuichi's boxes is a Potato reference. However, Akiko-san shops at the same place Minagi's mom does: Last edited by Minoto; 2006-10-27 at 23:11. Reason: punctuation...

2006-10-27, 20:35	Link #62
Richard 23 piko piko pikori Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Western WA, USA	I half expected an Air cameo somewhere when Yuuichi was given the task of delivering bento to Nayuki at school. They fooled me on that score! An excellent episode. Not feeling as rushed as Kanon 2002. Some are wondering how they can "stretch" Kanon 2006 into 24 episodes. Frankly I'd have been more concerned about how they could cram Kanon 2002 into 13. No stretching necessary. I also had a feeling, from last week's preview that they weren't going to delve into Mai's story yet. And I was right. Next week we'll get an introduction into what Mai's up to. It will be fun. I almost missed Nayuki's whining about her notes from Kanon 2002, but they handled it in a reasonable and believable way. Kanon 2002: "noto, noto, noto...." As others have sagely observed: no complaints. I don't see Kyoto messing any moment of this series up. So far not a frame has been wasted.

2006-10-27, 21:22	Link #68
Aznod Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006	Did anyone else notice Potato on the shipping boxes?

2006-10-27, 23:31	Link #75
Wandering_Youth lost in wonder forever... Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: edge of my dream in the land of twilight...ZzzZzZ	Meh, this episode was ok. Spoiler: I was grinning how Makoto was trying to get her revenge on Yuuichi but failed. Anyways, why do I get this feeling they're going to do another Suzumiya Haruhi reference on the next episode since it's going to be about Mai who's a swordwoman. Can anyone say, "Knife Girl Asakura!"? I can already hear Yuuichi shouting, "Hey stop joking around! You're going to kill someone with that blade!". __________________

2006-10-28, 03:49	Link #76
orion Waiting for more taiyuki! Join Date: Jan 2004	I was bummed about not seeing Mai either, but it looks like she's got some good scenes in ep. 5. And you shouldn't blame the moe typhoon (Ayu) for her effects on Yuichi. She did help him to unpack his room. She's also took some zings from him too. The only ones who are unscathed so far are Akiko and Kaori. That totally reminds me.. Spoiler: Was finding the hairband in the packing box a Toei only event or did that occur in the game? 'Cuz it didn't occur so far and he's now unpacked. __________________ Last edited by orion; 2006-10-28 at 04:04.

2006-10-28, 08:32	Link #77
Aznod Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006	The Potato on the box has the same look as Potato but the ears are just a bit off and doesn't have a tongue sticking out Last edited by Aznod; 2006-10-28 at 08:47.

2006-10-28, 10:38	Link #80
Shiroth Beautiful fighter. Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: England, UK Age: 37	Nayuki's red bow seriously stoke the episode for me. <3 Mai's scene at the end was 100% stunning. It also helped having the pretty sky/stars scene right before it. Next episode looks to have plenty of each girl-time, can probably see that happening from now on, though - i'm very much looking forward to Mai's treatment next week. I also noticed the Air reference, nice add-in~ __________________ MyAnimeList Twitter