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Cehack · 2007-10-06, 05:32

Hey folks.

Just registered here out of excitement for the new series. It's hard to believe that it's already been two years since a Gundam series was on the air, and like seven since there was one I liked. = \ Anyway, this one looks interesting so I hope it ends up being good.

But I was wondering...I see people posting pictures and talking about an OP. Is there a raw floating around yet, or a place to view the OP?

Thanks!

Nightengale · 2007-10-06, 05:41

Hmm...

Overall, it's a solid episode. However, for most parts, it lacked emotion, which made it feel dull. The execution wasn't bad, but was a little stiff. In a sense, it tried to introduce everyone (( not really all )), the main plot of the story, the basic rundown of each Gundam's style, action, etc in a single episode, which made the more ~mm aspects of the execution feel cold.

However, the animation was solid, and I quite liked how Enact was animated. Rather than atypical anime-robot movement, it felt sway-ish, and had that weird feel to it.

And I hereby label episode 1 the Graham episode. (( the most enjoyable character thus far ))

Oh, and the other ~emotional character... I've got to say this..

ORENJI~~~~

LightningZERO · 2007-10-06, 06:11

All these pictures are driving me crazy. I need the opening video. I need the whole episode!!!

5paragon · 2007-10-06, 06:13

Opening:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=r-02UKnuy2o

Ending:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZiWM03X4Fvs

LightningZERO · 2007-10-06, 06:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5paragon

Opening:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=r-02UKnuy2o

Ending:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZiWM03X4Fvs

You, sir, are a life saver

I like the opening a lot, and it's filled with quite a lot of spoilers. And it seems Setsuna actually will end up with Marina.

But there's no spoilers for other couples. Interestingly, AEU is not shown much (or at all) in the opening video. And Human Reform Army's flag looks like cheese

I need time to enjoy the ending. I only like the chorus part

silvanas · 2007-10-06, 06:35

Episode is pretty awesome, I can't quite decide who our char is yet though.

kari-no-sugata · 2007-10-06, 06:39

Was pretty happy with this ep, though first eps of recent series have generally been good, so still too early to say.

It was interesting seeing Setsuna's background - feels a bit like Sagara Sousuke in some ways. Fighting in the Middle East with religious propaganda blaring out from mobile suits. He comments "God couldn't possibly exist in a world like this" and then we get the sparkly Gundam turning up - as if it had become Setsuna's god

The action was good and I liked the varied design of the mobile suits. The background music fitted well I thought but the OP didn't fit very well I thought. The ED was nicely done though I thought - animation worked well with the music. I also liked the feeling that even though Setsuna was in a Gundam he couldn't just take it easy when attacked by enough grunts / cannon fodder.

I thought they did a reasonable job of setting up the world etc. However, the focus was a bit scattered. I wonder how the action will be split going forwards. I kinda get the feeling that the 4 Gundams are going to rather wander around in two pairs...

So anyway, so far so good. Solid. Not "awesome" but if the whole series had the same quality, I'd be pretty happy.

SuperiorX · 2007-10-06, 06:42

im tempted by the SPOILERS but im dling the raw now cant w8 for a sub......

thou looks like its gona be preaty darn good one.

silvanas · 2007-10-06, 06:45

The RX-78 appeard and decimated a bunch of random apparantly religious propaganda spouting grunts. That's awesome enough too make a solid episode awesome.

LynnieS · 2007-10-06, 07:05

Rated the episode as a 7 as well. It did a decent job, I thought, setting the stage, but there wasn't anything solid so far to either tempt or draw me into the series. Hopefully, it won't be another "tape-and-forget" series... I have say that I like the designs of the AEU and Union mobile suits more than the Gundams', though.

The Union pilots' helmet design is a bit freaky, however, IMHO. Very "The Man in the Iron Mask", I thought; that thing has to be pretty heavy.

The start of the OP, I didn't much like - although it might grow on me - but the beat of the middle suits the mood better, IMHO. The ED... Eh...

Well, I was grateful to see the "Gunpla" commercial that aired afterwards - if that means anything.

Pride · 2007-10-06, 07:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5paragon

Opening:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=r-02UKnuy2o

Ending:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZiWM03X4Fvs

Somehow the scene with Setsuna lying on Exia reminds me of Garrod Ran.

Omniscient · 2007-10-06, 07:13

Episode 01 Screencaps and Summary

Spoiler:

kari-no-sugata · 2007-10-06, 07:22

Just re-watched first ep with the HD RAW. Very nice. Looked much better.

brightman · 2007-10-06, 07:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by kari-no-sugata

Just re-watched first ep with the HD RAW. Very nice. Looked much better.

Watching HD Raw on 50" screen = win.

Anyway, compared to most other Gundam first eps, this one is noticeably slower and contains way more exposition than needed IMO. But in terms of action scenes, Mizushima's use of camera work really pulls through. The action being slower than Seed's and the mecha showing more "mecha like movement" is also a welcome addition. Hopefully they stay as high quality as this consistently (though judging from the fact that this is a first ep, its not very likely).

Other than that, nothing much to say. The RX-78 is great though (and obviously designed by Kunio Okawara, so hopefully that's his contribution and only reason for being credited). And nice OP and ED too.

One thing though... What's with the Celestial Being being (ah-hem) led by Lenin?

Shiroth · 2007-10-06, 07:52

I like how Sunrise have done a better job with Yun's designs, then compared to J.C. Staff with Loveless.

Realist_Classic · 2007-10-06, 08:00

That episode was a lot better than what I had expected. Loved the OP music and animation.

I particularly liked how each Gundam "felt" unique in terms of their movements and abilities, the animation did a great job conveying that.

A previous poster mentioned that there was a lack of emotion in the episode's execution, which I agree. I'm just not sure if it was intentional, since they were trying to portray a well-executed plan by a powerful secret organization. The Gundammeisters seemed rather wooden and cold--but perhaps that will change over time as their characters get fleshed out.

All in all, it's a positive start

Definitely will be watching next week.

inkphoenix · 2007-10-06, 08:10

Episode 1 is excellent.Because It makes me fun. Great OP-ED but...
Action is a little bit delay..so..I want to watch two or three next episode..
I want to check their actions.....
However, I watch it to end. SURE !!! Because I think Director mizushima want to say everybody "Gundam is a mecha.Movement is a little slow..."
But episode 1 is OK. I like it.
And ... I HATE BILLY(Graham's partner) ! His hair style is ugly !!!

Setsuna, Ryumin, Louise Kawaii !!!

7Th · 2007-10-06, 08:18

Pretty decent first episode which only problem was the lack of any soul whatsoever... I dunno, they should have gone the Turn A route for the introduction.

JagdPanther · 2007-10-06, 08:25

Okay, contemplating adding this to my list of stuff to d/l...

So, do y'all think it'll be worth it? I mean, if this is going to be another Gundam Wing, I'm going to skip it. But if it actually has some value to it, I'll bite.

Nightengale · 2007-10-06, 08:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by JagdPanther

Okay, contemplating adding this to my list of stuff to d/l...

So, do y'all think it'll be worth it? I mean, if this is going to be another Gundam Wing, I'm going to skip it. But if it actually has some value to it, I'll bite.

Hard to tell. It's only the first episode, and there's no proper indication on how it'll go about.

The first episode is decent, but if you're wary, wait for another 2 or 3 episodes more looking at how the later episodes are received, and how Mizushima intends to set his pace for 00.

View Poll Results: Mobile Suit Gundam 00 - Episode 01 Rating
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8 out of 10 : Very Good	80	25.00%
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6 out of 10 : Average	36	11.25%
5 out of 10 : Below Average	6	1.88%
4 out of 10 : Poor	2	0.63%
3 out of 10 : Bad	5	1.56%
2 out of 10 : Very Bad	1	0.31%
1 out of 10 : Painful	2	0.63%
Voters: 320. You may not vote on this poll

2007-10-06, 05:41	Link #22
Nightengale ~Night of Gales~ Author Join Date: Dec 2005	Hmm... Overall, it's a solid episode. However, for most parts, it lacked emotion, which made it feel dull. The execution wasn't bad, but was a little stiff. In a sense, it tried to introduce everyone (( not really all )), the main plot of the story, the basic rundown of each Gundam's style, action, etc in a single episode, which made the more ~mm aspects of the execution feel cold. However, the animation was solid, and I quite liked how Enact was animated. Rather than atypical anime-robot movement, it felt sway-ish, and had that weird feel to it. And I hereby label episode 1 the Graham episode. (( the most enjoyable character thus far )) Oh, and the other ~emotional character... I've got to say this.. ORENJI~~~~ __________________ *Night~and~Gale: ~ The Final Mythology of the Man who Defied Destiny.* The sleeping lion shall awaken beyond the depths of time, crossing ten billion lights, come to Terra.

2007-10-06, 06:11	Link #23
LightningZERO You are Dominated! Author Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Earth Age: 35	All these pictures are driving me crazy. I need the opening video. I need the whole episode!!! __________________ その再生を破壊する Destroy This Rebirth

2007-10-06, 07:05	Link #30
LynnieS Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: China	Rated the episode as a 7 as well. It did a decent job, I thought, setting the stage, but there wasn't anything solid so far to either tempt or draw me into the series. Hopefully, it won't be another "tape-and-forget" series... I have say that I like the designs of the AEU and Union mobile suits more than the Gundams', though. The Union pilots' helmet design is a bit freaky, however, IMHO. Very "The Man in the Iron Mask", I thought; that thing has to be pretty heavy. The start of the OP, I didn't much like - although it might grow on me - but the beat of the middle suits the mood better, IMHO. The ED... Eh... Well, I was grateful to see the "Gunpla" commercial that aired afterwards - if that means anything. __________________ "If ignorance is bliss, then why aren't more people happy?" -- Misc. Currently listening: Nadda Currently reading: Procrastination for the win! Currently playing: "Quest of D", "Border Break" and "Gundam Senjou no Kizuna". Waiting for: "Shining Force Cross"!

2007-10-06, 07:13	Link #32
Omniscient Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004	Episode 01 Screencaps and Summary Spoiler: First episode was alright, nothing incredibly exciting for me, though we did get to see each of the four Gundams in action. I think I was hoping for more of a character driven first episode, and well, they went more of an introduction route.

2007-10-06, 05:32	Link #21
Cehack Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007	Hey folks. Just registered here out of excitement for the new series. It's hard to believe that it's already been two years since a Gundam series was on the air, and like seven since there was one I liked. = \ Anyway, this one looks interesting so I hope it ends up being good. But I was wondering...I see people posting pictures and talking about an OP. Is there a raw floating around yet, or a place to view the OP? Thanks!

2007-10-06, 06:13	Link #24
5paragon Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2007	Opening: http://youtube.com/watch?v=r-02UKnuy2o Ending: http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZiWM03X4Fvs

2007-10-06, 06:35	Link #26
silvanas Black Getter Join Date: Jun 2007	Episode is pretty awesome, I can't quite decide who our char is yet though.

2007-10-06, 06:39	Link #27
kari-no-sugata Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005	Was pretty happy with this ep, though first eps of recent series have generally been good, so still too early to say. It was interesting seeing Setsuna's background - feels a bit like Sagara Sousuke in some ways. Fighting in the Middle East with religious propaganda blaring out from mobile suits. He comments "God couldn't possibly exist in a world like this" and then we get the sparkly Gundam turning up - as if it had become Setsuna's god The action was good and I liked the varied design of the mobile suits. The background music fitted well I thought but the OP didn't fit very well I thought. The ED was nicely done though I thought - animation worked well with the music. I also liked the feeling that even though Setsuna was in a Gundam he couldn't just take it easy when attacked by enough grunts / cannon fodder. I thought they did a reasonable job of setting up the world etc. However, the focus was a bit scattered. I wonder how the action will be split going forwards. I kinda get the feeling that the 4 Gundams are going to rather wander around in two pairs... So anyway, so far so good. Solid. Not "awesome" but if the whole series had the same quality, I'd be pretty happy.

2007-10-06, 06:42	Link #28
SuperiorX Member Join Date: Oct 2007	im tempted by the SPOILERS but im dling the raw now cant w8 for a sub...... thou looks like its gona be preaty darn good one.

2007-10-06, 06:45	Link #29
silvanas Black Getter Join Date: Jun 2007	The RX-78 appeard and decimated a bunch of random apparantly religious propaganda spouting grunts. That's awesome enough too make a solid episode awesome.

2007-10-06, 07:22	Link #33
kari-no-sugata Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005	Just re-watched first ep with the HD RAW. Very nice. Looked much better.

2007-10-06, 07:52	Link #35
Shiroth Beautiful fighter. Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: England, UK Age: 37	I like how Sunrise have done a better job with Yun's designs, then compared to J.C. Staff with Loveless. __________________ MyAnimeList Twitter

2007-10-06, 08:00	Link #36
Realist_Classic Casual prosumer of anime Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Germany, most of the time.	That episode was a lot better than what I had expected. Loved the OP music and animation. I particularly liked how each Gundam "felt" unique in terms of their movements and abilities, the animation did a great job conveying that. A previous poster mentioned that there was a lack of emotion in the episode's execution, which I agree. I'm just not sure if it was intentional, since they were trying to portray a well-executed plan by a powerful secret organization. The Gundammeisters seemed rather wooden and cold--but perhaps that will change over time as their characters get fleshed out. All in all, it's a positive start Definitely will be watching next week.

2007-10-06, 08:10	Link #37
inkphoenix ++ The FABULOUS ++ Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Thailand	Episode 1 is excellent.Because It makes me fun. Great OP-ED but... Action is a little bit delay..so..I want to watch two or three next episode.. I want to check their actions..... However, I watch it to end. SURE !!! Because I think Director mizushima want to say everybody "Gundam is a mecha.Movement is a little slow..." But episode 1 is OK. I like it. And ... I HATE BILLY(Graham's partner) ! His hair style is ugly !!! Setsuna, Ryumin, Louise Kawaii !!!

2007-10-06, 08:18	Link #38
7Th Mixtape Join Date: Feb 2006 Age: 35	Pretty decent first episode which only problem was the lack of any soul whatsoever... I dunno, they should have gone the Turn A route for the introduction.

2007-10-06, 08:25	Link #39
JagdPanther WE ARE.... PENN STATE.... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nazareth, PA Age: 36	Okay, contemplating adding this to my list of stuff to d/l... So, do y'all think it'll be worth it? I mean, if this is going to be another Gundam Wing, I'm going to skip it. But if it actually has some value to it, I'll bite. __________________ A good plan violently executed today is better than a perfect plan executed at some indefinite point in the future. –General George S. Patton, Jr. Avatar v. 37.0: Fighter Squadron 31. The VF-31 "Tomcatters."