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Old 2011-01-06, 22:38   Link #501
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my thoughts on the MC.

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All in all, looking forward to this series.
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Old 2011-01-06, 22:47   Link #502
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Ah, well its still the introduction episode, but if this already offends a mecha fan to the limit of not watching it anymore. I don't know.

That is another true statement, it still hasn't talked about the setups of an IS yet.
This was a day one hatedom for some of them, when it was announced there were already naysayers for it.
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Old 2011-01-06, 22:49   Link #503
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This was a day one hatedom for some of them, when it was announced there were already naysayers for it.
Can't really help it, there are always going to be people that are going to have a bad opinion about it somewhere and sometime.
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Old 2011-01-06, 23:06   Link #504
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Spoiler for Episode 1 - Hmmm:


Spoiler for So much questions:


For Action/Fight Animation part , seems like it'll be good enough to please us.
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Old 2011-01-06, 23:19   Link #505
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Can't really help it, there are always going to be people that are going to have a bad opinion about it somewhere and sometime.
This type of hatedom is unique in the fact it was a result of built up hatred towards things that remind some of Fumikane and his idea of mecha musume. A user swore to be a "Gorespammer" for Infinite Stratos, to make it impossible to discuss the anime at all in that forum. And he almost did that, thankfully the mods there took a firm stance against the drivel by him.

And VERY light on the fanservice so far, aside from a few subtle gainax bounces and shower scenes, there was nary a panty shot in sight
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Old 2011-01-06, 23:21   Link #506
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Spoiler for Episode 1 - Hmmm:


Spoiler for So much questions:


For Action/Fight Animation part , seems like it'll be good enough to please us.
Subs are out now so we don't need spoilers fo Episode 1 do we?

In regards to man vs. woman only Woman at the moment can use the IS so if there was a war man would lose since they can't use the IS.

I suppose that's why Ichiko is so clueless to things about girls since because of the IS many schools probably separate girls and boys.

While Ichiko is an idiot at times he still holds his ground.
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Old 2011-01-07, 00:19   Link #507
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-Sho-, zephyr put up a bunch of posts about the back-story and the world of IS, and I think it sort of explains why IS units can only be used by females. Sort-of, I say, since I don't have the time to re-read the posts in detail.
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Old 2011-01-07, 00:36   Link #508
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I'm holding back firm judgement until I see more but initially I like it. I'm getting bored watching romance so I hope it takes the backseat, but if they pull it off well then I won't complain.
If they continue to churn out animation like that at the beginning of the episode I will like this show even more.
I love science fiction stuff so seeing all these floating screens pop up (like the name popping up when it was self intro time) and the little things like the sign outside the room changing from class number to break-time (I think it said) makes me giddy.
Same here.
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Old 2011-01-07, 00:53   Link #509
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From what I know, that statement about men vs women comes from the fact that the IS is such a powerful weapon system that it practical makes all other conventional weapons obsolete, it is said that using only the limited number of IS in existence (500+), they can take over the world in three days. And since only women can pilot them well, you get the idea.

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The only major problem i had at first glance with this first ep is how the setting uses normal countries, it would be much better i think if it was like Strike Witches or another kind of alternative universe.
Personally I like that it has some connection to the real world.

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I suppose that's why Ichiko is so clueless to things about girls since because of the IS many schools probably separate girls and boys.
This holds true for both side, until now the girls probably never interacted with a male before (Rare specimen!) .

Ichika... I chart it down to 'shock factor', I suppose anyone would be utterly lost and alone when you have an entire school of girls talking, whispering, plotting, speculating, observing, giggling, snickering, laughing and fantasizing behind your back I can't blame him if he's not functioning at 100%
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Old 2011-01-07, 01:38   Link #510
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Old 2011-01-07, 01:39   Link #511
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I definitely enjoyed the first episode and the premise for this show. For me, it feels a lot more enjoyable than the opera-like and over the top Star Driver. I enjoy simple, straight forward fun that makes sense.

There was only two things that bothered me about the show. First, why did Ichika have to share a room with another female? I know it is a lot more fun this way, but in reality, they would never do that, unless they want to purposefully experiment to see how the offspring of two IS pilots would turn out.

The second issue is that the IS suits offer no protection. In the battle sequence at the beginning, one stray shot or shrapnel can take out the pilot. Well, we don't know much about the suits yet, so maybe they will offer some protection in some form. Also, the fact that they are currently being used as sports equipment might be the other reason. Still, in that battle, they should have had more protection.
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The second issue is that the IS suits offer no protection. In the battle sequence at the beginning, one stray shot or shrapnel can take out the pilot. Well, we don't know much about the suits yet, so maybe they will offer some protection in some form. Also, the fact that they are currently being used as sports equipment might be the other reason. Still, in that battle, they should have had more protection.
They have energy shields apparently.

Most of their weapon systems are energy-base, I think.
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Old 2011-01-07, 01:54   Link #513
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Except for Charlotte's which is all physical weapons.

Also updated my avatar and profile, yes I love Rinin's character that much
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Old 2011-01-07, 01:56   Link #514
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Old 2011-01-07, 01:58   Link #515
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NOOOOO! I was going to take that one! dang......


Well I'm an instant fan of this show.
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Old 2011-01-07, 02:02   Link #516
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I think this series had a good first episode. Ichika is a pretty solid male lead and like how he stood up at the end of the episode for the duel. Willing to take things to a point, but the shots at his country was apparently over the line. Pretty good counter insult on England . Definitely some harem archetypes, but if they can mix the action in nicely could be fun to watch.

I do wonder about the IS being pushed to the sports area. Maybe an attempt by the male leaders to limit them and resist them becoming a main part of the military. I'm sure they could realize the implications if a system only usable by females (for whatever reason) became such a key part of an army, if not outright replacing most armies. Though the reaction from the class at the end seems to say that the public has already started to respond to the situation.

Of course with that scene at the start of the episode it's clear the IS aren't going to stay outside of battles any longer. Wouldn't be that shocking if Ichika's sister left the sport because the upcoming situation was expected.
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Old 2011-01-07, 02:09   Link #517
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Pretty good for a first episode to me.. especially the first part, those actions scenes were wicked! Chuckled in a few scenes, definitely looking forward to this.

I know this might sound lame, but, the singer who sang the ED song really sounded like Mio Akiyama from K-ON!!
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Old 2011-01-07, 02:10   Link #518
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There was only two things that bothered me about the show. First, why did Ichika have to share a room with another female? I

unless they want to purposefully experiment to see how the offspring of two IS pilots would turn out.
Because it is a harem an-...

But it would be interesting if that is true, since the protagonist is Mr. Special.
Whether this anime is thinking that much or not... Tune in, next time or the next next time or until the last episode.
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Old 2011-01-07, 02:15   Link #519
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Liked episode 1 a lot. Ichika is a very likable male lead, Houki is not bad at all considering she is the tsundere lead, Cecilia is the typical oujo-type with an excess of ego, but she is cute in her own way.

Something that surprised me is the amount of female side characters, each one with more or less well-defined design and voice. I liked the one wearing cat pajamas during lunch.

Mecha combat looks solid, fast paced and nicely animated. Can't wait for the Ichika vs Cecilia duel next week.

OP is great, both video and song. ED song is simply ok and the video is boring, I guess other characters will be added later as the anime progesses.
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Liked episode 1 a lot. Ichika is a very likable male lead, Houki is not bad at all considering she is the tsundere lead, Cecilia is the typical oujo-type with an excess of ego, but she is cute in her own way.

Something that surprised me is the amount of female side characters, each one with more or less well-defined design and voice. I liked the one wearing cat pajamas during lunch.

Mecha combat looks solid, fast paced and nicely animated. Can't wait for the Ichika vs Cecilia duel next week.

OP is great, both video and song. ED song is simply ok and the video is boring, I guess other characters will be added later as the anime progesses.
you mean breakfast lol.

I'm really liking Houki. For a 1st episode...she's my favorite.
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