Black ★ Rock Shooter

[Raiga]

Utakata Hanabi was apparently Ryo's first time writing a ballad song. I thought it sounded nice enough TV cut, but I usually like full versions much better so I'm looking forward to that... also the other A-Side, "Hoshi ga Matataku Konna Yoru ni," can't wait to hear that one.

Gomu... he the guy famous for singing Okkusenman? If so this should be a hardcore rocking theme song.

[AC730]

Originally Posted by Raiga

Utakata Hanabi was apparently Ryo's first time writing a ballad song. I thought it sounded nice enough TV cut, but I usually like full versions much better so I'm looking forward to that... also the other A-Side, "Hoshi ga Matataku Konna Yoru ni," can't wait to hear that one.

Gomu... he the guy famous for singing Okkusenman? If so this should be a hardcore rocking theme song.

Really?! What about all the other songs he wrote? Especially the one's in "Sayonara Memories"? I'm pretty sure most of his songs were ballads actually... Like the one's in his self-titled album "supercell feat. Hatsune Miku". Can't wait for their new single... I hope it's got a good amount of guitar like his previous single's. Hmmm... I'm interested in hearing "Braveheart" though... Have to post a link when the preview appears.

[asrielchase]

Originally Posted by AC730

The only early works of Nagi that I have is her cover of Melt... and that's it.

I got almost all of the albums she produced in doujin circles, but some of the REALLY old stuff are just impossible to get *sigh*

Utakata Hanabi was promoted as "ryo's first ballad", I was a bit confused too at first, but perhaps they meant ballad in the Jpop sense. Utakata Hanabi was very like a c/w song you'd find in a Jpop single, while his other slower songs weren't so distinctively mainstream.

Originally Posted by Raiga

Gomu... he the guy famous for singing Okkusenman? If so this should be a hardcore rocking theme song.

Yes that's him. And IIRC the song would indeed be a rock piece.


Anyway back to BRS. According to Gomu in a nico live this morning, there is no plans for a BRAVEHEART single at the moment.

[AC730]

Originally Posted by asrielchase

I got almost all of the albums she produced in doujin circles, but some of the REALLY old stuff are just impossible to get *sigh*

Utakata Hanabi was promoted as "ryo's first ballad", I was a bit confused too at first, but perhaps they meant ballad in the Jpop sense. Utakata Hanabi was very like a c/w song you'd find in a Jpop single, while his other slower songs weren't so distinctively mainstream.




Yes that's him. And IIRC the song would indeed be a rock piece.


Anyway back to BRS. According to Gomu in a nico live this morning, there is no plans for a BRAVEHEART single at the moment.

Ah yes that would make sense, but really should say his first ballad after his debut because that just confuses everyone. I guess the other ballad's are really sort of a mix of jazz and more upbeat so I agree that it is in the J-pop sense.

As for BRS, no single? You mean if we like it, there's no way of obtaining it ? Maybe part of the OST right? Hopefully...

[kenjiharima]

I take my hat off Huke and Ryo for this. If there is anyone going to get credit it should be them.

With all the fanart, promo's, figures and merchandise this is now again added to my watch list when it airs.

[Marcus H.]

Okay, due to some reason that I don't know, I lost my reservation for Megami Volume 124. According to Hobby Search, reservation is already closed, and I noticed that my pre-order list and cart is empty.

I don't know if I'm going to get mad or burst into tears.

[orion]

Originally Posted by Marcus H.

Okay, due to some reason that I don't know, I lost my reservation for Megami Volume 124. According to Hobby Search, reservation is already closed, and I noticed that my pre-order list and cart is empty.

I don't know if I'm going to get mad or burst into tears.

Why can't you preorder from AmiAmi?

[kenjiharima]

I'll just leave these 2 here.

[Raiga]

Ouch. See if you can still get it from J-List or something?

I was gonna suggest CDJapan but... well, when I went to check there was 1 left so... I grabbed it. >>;; sorry

[Kudryavka]

Originally Posted by Marcus H.

Okay, due to some reason that I don't know, I lost my reservation for Megami Volume 124. According to Hobby Search, reservation is already closed, and I noticed that my pre-order list and cart is empty.

I don't know if I'm going to get mad or burst into tears.

Then just preorder Animedia. Preorders for that are still open on Hobby Search; it still comes with the DVD.

Also try AmiAmi and Hobby Link Japan for Animedia, Hobby Japan, and/or Megami.

[Marcus H.]

Originally Posted by Hobby Search

We are suspending shipping to the Philippines, Indonesia and Peru due to credit card trouble.

This pretty much says everything here.

Anyway, trying my luck at AmiAmi, though it would be more expensive because there will be no PayPal discount. By the way, should I select SAL Small Packet Registered for the Shipping Method? o.o

[Kudryavka]

Originally Posted by Marcus H.

This pretty much says everything here.

But that was before they adopted Paypal, right? Is that still in effect?

It's still there, but you can circumvent it by paying with Paypal.

[Marcus H.]

Not taking chances, lol. I do have 2000 pesos, but I don't want to have it returned to me after I struggle with the system. XD

EDIT: I'm going for SAL Small Packet Registered. After a few clicks, I got my order finalized! Now I need to get myself a bank account.

[Kudryavka]

Originally Posted by Marcus H.

Not taking chances, lol. I do have 2000 pesos, but I don't want to have it returned to me after I struggle with the system. XD

Well, just buy from Hobby Link Japan with a credit card, I guess.

[Scython]

For those who've missed it;

A new trailer showing some new animation, starts at 0:23

[kenjiharima]

^
I wish the one shooting didn't talk too much.

Anyways looks awesome.

I bet this will get licensed quick

[Scython]

Originally Posted by kenjiharima

^
I wish the one shooting didn't talk too much.

Anyways looks awesome.

I bet this will get licensed quick

It will be a free OVA translated in 7 languages which will be available for us on the same day as the Japanese release. I believe it will also be streamed in HQ on the official site of BRS, which will also be subbed. The DVD itself shall be available as an extra for those who buy the September edition of Megami Magazine.

[Kudryavka]

Originally Posted by Scython

It will be a free OVA translated in 7 languages which will be available for us on the same day as the Japanese release. I believe it will also be streamed in HQ on the official site of BRS, which will also be subbed. The DVD itself shall be available as an extra for those who buy the September edition of Megami Magazine.

And Hobby Japan too. Geez, are we all allergic to mags not filled with moe or something? I just may get HJ b/c it comes w/ a custom DVD cover.

[Marcus H.]

No turning back for me, I've confirmed my Megami order.
But losing a custom DVD cover is a good trade-off for an Angel Beats! poster. <3

EDIT: Black★Rock Shooter Update!

Originally Posted by "Official Site (translated)

Here are the translated descriptions (and/or additional info) for the five available characters for Black★Rock Shooter.

> Kuroi Mato
Voiced by Kana Hanazawa
She is a first year student in middle school who has an outward appearance which is contrasted by her naivete. She and Yomi met at the school's entrance ceremony. Mato, however, feels uneasy greeting her.

> Takanashi Yomi
Voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro
Yomi is a first year middle school student with beauty comparable to an adult's. She meets Mato for the first time in the school's entrance ceremony by chance.

> Black★Rock Shooter
Her weapons consist of a black-hilted katana and a large gun called Rock Cannon. The Rock Cannon has a rate of fire of 20 shots per second.

> Dead Master
Her weapon of choice is a large scythe with an unusually-shaped blade and a long handle with vertebra-like detail. It is named "Dead Scythe". It is said that she is always in constant battle with Black★Rock Shooter.

> Yuu
Voiced by Kana Asumi
She is a close friend of Mato and, for some time, she is her classmate before being accelerated to second year.

[Scython]

MAL also listed Black★Gold Saw, Insane Black★Rock Shooter and STR in the character section for some reason. Both BGS & STR have supposedly been spotted in the anime preview but I assume this is now incorrect information since those characters haven't been officially announced. So I assume they have scrapped their entry or gave them a very insignificant support role. Would've been incredibly awesome if they did show up though, but probably also a bit overwhelming for a 50 min. episode. Perhaps a little something to think about if there will be a second OVA in the future.

They might pull off something like they do with Hellsing Ultimate. A 1-hour OVA a year. But perhaps, if this is really successful, we might be looking at a full series, although I hope they will get a decent studio & budget for that. Would be nasty to see some half-assed job, since this kind of franchise really has it going for its eye candy.