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Marina2 · 2014-04-10, 13:12

Ep.1 comments

I never play any Atelier games before. I only know it from many beautiful artworks found on some image boards. So, when I heard that it will get anime, I think I will try it out.

....and I like it.

The story & setting are nothing special for these days but this show gives me a comfort feeling when I watch it. The pace is ok. Not too fast or too slow.

From the first ep, this seems to be the SOL show set in fantasy world but the OP show that there will be an action in the future. I don't really know what kind of game is Atelier...Is it the RPG mix with crafting system??? However, the alchemy part really tell you that this show is based on the game.

Characters are likeable. I thought Escha will be [a clumsy girl who bad at almost everything] type of character when I first saw her design but it turns out that she is skilled at her job and she looks mature. I can't say much about Logy but he seems to be your standard good guy MC. BTW, Is that tail on Escha a decoration?

I think I will watch this show untill the end.

***Pellissier*** · 2014-04-10, 14:42

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Originally Posted by Marina2

I don't really know what kind of game is Atelier...Is it the RPG mix with crafting system???

Yep, the game's got typical rpg elements such as exploration and battles, but the items' synthesis (alchemy) is crucial.

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Originally Posted by Marina2

BTW, Is that tail on Escha a decoration?

It's mentioned once in a quick dialogue in the game between Escha and Logix.

Spoiler for minor fact, not important for the story:

Flower · 2014-04-11, 01:17

I also enjoyed the first ep - pleasant and breezy, like an early morning of one of the first days of summer. Pretty good for an Intro ep in my opinion. I hope the world building will continue from here.

I like both Escha and Logy and characters too (Escha's tail and the sound effects immediately made me think of Princess Milhiore from Dog Days

); they seemed like refreshingly normal folks and had good chemistry in the first ep. Umm... no pun intended there.

mweloo · 2014-04-11, 02:17

I'm kind of disappointed that a subtitled version of the episode isn't out yet. The art looks gorgeous, though.

Flower · 2014-04-11, 02:23

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Originally Posted by mweloo

...The art looks gorgeous, though.

I did like a lot of it, but to be honest after getting floored by a few other series beginning this season visuals wise - one which was great and another which left me hollow - this one just looks well done to me.

But hey, if the art blows you away it blows you away.

Enternal · 2014-04-11, 02:36

At least so far it seems everyone here is enjoying it hehe. That's one reason why I had always preordered every single game ever since I learned about it since Atelier Iris, the first Atelier game for the PS2 (not the first game in the series obviously). And the games keep getting better and better and better. Now there's even an anime! Only thing is, I still wonder why they decided to make an anime for the 2nd game for this particular arc of this trilogy instead of the the first game (Ayesha).

Well, I'm not complaining either way. Heh.

RRW · 2014-04-11, 03:00

I think we have to wait until Sunday for sub :V

Dawnstorm · 2014-04-11, 03:01

Caved in and watched the raw despite my lousy Japanese. Well, I'm familiar with the source material, so...

God, I love this adaption. Perfect atmosphere. The original sequences fit in effortlessly, and anything they changed only enhances the atmosphere.

Character animation wasn't the best, and sometimes the art felt off (with weirdly proportioned faces, especially in some side-views), but I can easily forgive these minor (to me) flaws, because they're just doing it right. (And I love how they handle the alchemy. They just ignore how silly it is to drop in screws and cogs and take out a finished gear, and play it straight. It's hilarious.

I especially like the little touches, like the townsfolk or homunculi shots. Also, only in a RPG adaption do rats (look like rabbits to me, but "rat" is what the game says) and wolves gang up on humans rather than, you know, be at the opposite ends of the food-chain.

Really, really happy. Gokumi know what they're doing.

RRW · 2014-04-11, 03:06

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yellowscarves · 2014-04-11, 10:04

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Originally Posted by RRW

I think we have to wait until Sunday for sub :V

They decided to stick to the current raw, so we just might see it today/tomorrow.

Kaoru Chujo · 2014-04-12, 14:10

Even nicer with the sub. The easy atmosphere and absence of real conflict is enjoyable. I'm not that keen on Murakawa Rie's voice here, but I do enjoy Escha, so Murakawa-san must be doing something right. Ishikawa Kaito is nailing it, however, as usual.

Calling Kurone "Clone," as the sub did, is a mark against it. That's not how you say "clone" in Japanese. And she isn't a clone, but some kind of robot. At least that's how I see it.

Dawnstorm · 2014-04-12, 15:24

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Originally Posted by Kaoru Chujo

Calling Kurone "Clone," as the sub did, is a mark against it. That's not how you say "clone" in Japanese. And she isn't a clone, but some kind of robot. At least that's how I see it.

That's definitely strange, but the sub isn't to blame. It's the official localisation; I haven't played the dub, but apparently it caused a lot of confusion, because the English vocal track doesn't say "clone" (even though that's how they write the name).

Flower · 2014-04-12, 16:04

Okay, now that I have been able to watch it subbed I am so all over this series.

I guess what I liked best about the first ep was its ... subtle atmospherics and world building, I guess? The emotional, poetic associations with the term "dusk" really summarize a lot of what this sum total that came across for me was like. But it was easy to miss, and I wonder how much of it is my own reading into the ep and what was actually intended to be there?

In any event Escha is shockingly adorable.

The Green One · 2014-04-12, 16:11

I will definitely watch this series. I've enjoyed the Atelier series for a long time and have played a majority of their games and enjoyed them all. I was a little concerned how a game would make the transition into an anime, but it seems my worries were fairly groundless, it's been able to adapt well enough.

To my amusement they're not even trying to be subtle about what's going to happen with our two leads.

Also, it should go without saying but this anime is going to spoil the heck out of the game, so you are all fairly warned.

THAR BE SPOILERS YO!

yellowscarves · 2014-04-12, 17:42

If there was one word I could use to describe, it'd be "warm". The characters seem endearing, the atmosphere is as relaxing as I had hoped, and it's just a really great introduction to the world overall.

Galacticichi · 2014-04-12, 19:28

I found this episode very mundane but I'm not holding that against the series because it was basically world building. I'm just going to consider the second episode the first episode because it seems like the other MCs will be introduced along with character dynamics. Honestly felt like I was in a tutorial reading all the dialog and I'm guessing that's what they wanted so good job.

Marcus H. · 2014-04-12, 20:14

How to make cake, Atelier-style:

• Combine all ingredients in a cauldron.
• Mix well with a large spatula.
• Cover and secure the lid.
• Wait until the cauldron jitters violently.
• ???
• CAKE!

Guardian Enzo · 2014-04-12, 20:32

I like the storybook visuals, but that came off as borderline saccharine for one ep at least. And Eschy is a lot to take.

Enternal · 2014-04-12, 21:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flower

In any event Escha is shockingly adorable.

She sure is! She's already super adorable in the game. They made her even more so here.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marcus H.

How to make cake, Atelier-style:

• Combine all ingredients in a cauldron.
• Mix well with a large spatula.
• Cover and secure the lid.
• Wait until the cauldron jitters violently.
• ???
• CAKE!

Pretty much! Both Escha and Logy are alchemists but as you probably noticed already, they're different types. So basically even Logy was just utterly shocked at what just happened in front of his eyes when he saw Escha do her method of alchemy. If you are able to play the game, it's quite hilarious.

jeroz · 2014-04-12, 22:32

Bob Ross cauldron. See? It's not that hard.

I wish my microwave functions like that

2014-04-10, 13:12	Link #41
Marina2 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006	Ep.1 comments I never play any Atelier games before. I only know it from many beautiful artworks found on some image boards. So, when I heard that it will get anime, I think I will try it out. ....and I like it. The story & setting are nothing special for these days but this show gives me a comfort feeling when I watch it. The pace is ok. Not too fast or too slow. From the first ep, this seems to be the SOL show set in fantasy world but the OP show that there will be an action in the future. I don't really know what kind of game is Atelier...Is it the RPG mix with crafting system??? However, the alchemy part really tell you that this show is based on the game. Characters are likeable. I thought Escha will be [a clumsy girl who bad at almost everything] type of character when I first saw her design but it turns out that she is skilled at her job and she looks mature. I can't say much about Logy but he seems to be your standard good guy MC. BTW, Is that tail on Escha a decoration? I think I will watch this show untill the end. __________________

2014-04-11, 01:17	Link #43
Flower Blooming on the mountain Join Date: May 2010 Location: Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light....	I also enjoyed the first ep - pleasant and breezy, like an early morning of one of the first days of summer. Pretty good for an Intro ep in my opinion. I hope the world building will continue from here. I like both Escha and Logy and characters too (Escha's tail and the sound effects immediately made me think of Princess Milhiore from Dog Days ); they seemed like refreshingly normal folks and had good chemistry in the first ep. Umm... no pun intended there. __________________

2014-04-11, 02:36	Link #46
Enternal Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005	At least so far it seems everyone here is enjoying it hehe. That's one reason why I had always preordered every single game ever since I learned about it since Atelier Iris, the first Atelier game for the PS2 (not the first game in the series obviously). And the games keep getting better and better and better. Now there's even an anime! Only thing is, I still wonder why they decided to make an anime for the 2nd game for this particular arc of this trilogy instead of the the first game (Ayesha). Well, I'm not complaining either way. Heh. __________________ Falcom Collections - A Wallpaper Archives of Trails in the Sky, Ys, and Other Games by Falcom

2014-04-12, 14:10	Link #51
Kaoru Chujo Yuuki Aoi Join Date: Jul 2004	Even nicer with the sub. The easy atmosphere and absence of real conflict is enjoyable. I'm not that keen on Murakawa Rie's voice here, but I do enjoy Escha, so Murakawa-san must be doing something right. Ishikawa Kaito is nailing it, however, as usual. Calling Kurone "Clone," as the sub did, is a mark against it. That's not how you say "clone" in Japanese. And she isn't a clone, but some kind of robot. At least that's how I see it. __________________ 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.

2014-04-12, 16:04	Link #53
Flower Blooming on the mountain Join Date: May 2010 Location: Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light....	Okay, now that I have been able to watch it subbed I am so all over this series. I guess what I liked best about the first ep was its ... subtle atmospherics and world building, I guess? The emotional, poetic associations with the term "dusk" really summarize a lot of what this sum total that came across for me was like. But it was easy to miss, and I wonder how much of it is my own reading into the ep and what was actually intended to be there? In any event Escha is shockingly adorable. __________________

2014-04-11, 02:17	Link #44
mweloo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014	I'm kind of disappointed that a subtitled version of the episode isn't out yet. The art looks gorgeous, though.

2014-04-11, 03:01	Link #48
Dawnstorm Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Austria	Caved in and watched the raw despite my lousy Japanese. Well, I'm familiar with the source material, so... God, I love this adaption. Perfect atmosphere. The original sequences fit in effortlessly, and anything they changed only enhances the atmosphere. Character animation wasn't the best, and sometimes the art felt off (with weirdly proportioned faces, especially in some side-views), but I can easily forgive these minor (to me) flaws, because they're just doing it right. (And I love how they handle the alchemy. They just ignore how silly it is to drop in screws and cogs and take out a finished gear, and play it straight. It's hilarious. I especially like the little touches, like the townsfolk or homunculi shots. Also, only in a RPG adaption do rats (look like rabbits to me, but "rat" is what the game says) and wolves gang up on humans rather than, you know, be at the opposite ends of the food-chain. Really, really happy. Gokumi know what they're doing.

2014-04-12, 16:11	Link #54
The Green One Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010	I will definitely watch this series. I've enjoyed the Atelier series for a long time and have played a majority of their games and enjoyed them all. I was a little concerned how a game would make the transition into an anime, but it seems my worries were fairly groundless, it's been able to adapt well enough. To my amusement they're not even trying to be subtle about what's going to happen with our two leads. Also, it should go without saying but this anime is going to spoil the heck out of the game, so you are all fairly warned. THAR BE SPOILERS YO!

2014-04-12, 17:42	Link #55
yellowscarves Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010	If there was one word I could use to describe, it'd be "warm". The characters seem endearing, the atmosphere is as relaxing as I had hoped, and it's just a really great introduction to the world overall.

2014-04-12, 19:28	Link #56
Galacticichi Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011	I found this episode very mundane but I'm not holding that against the series because it was basically world building. I'm just going to consider the second episode the first episode because it seems like the other MCs will be introduced along with character dynamics. Honestly felt like I was in a tutorial reading all the dialog and I'm guessing that's what they wanted so good job.

2014-04-12, 20:14	Link #57
Marcus H. Princess or Plunderer? Join Date: May 2009 Location: the Philippines	How to make cake, Atelier-style: • Combine all ingredients in a cauldron. • Mix well with a large spatula. • Cover and secure the lid. • Wait until the cauldron jitters violently. • ??? • CAKE! __________________ 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.

2014-04-12, 22:32	Link #60
jeroz Art Block Specialist Join Date: Jun 2007	Bob Ross cauldron. See? It's not that hard. I wish my microwave functions like that __________________ [TAC]