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physics223 · 2007-07-22, 20:37

I find that the problem with Reideen is that it's slow as well as non-progressive. I vowed to watch it throughout, though, so that's what I am doing right now. Still, the art is great, and I give props to Production I.G. for that.

But you'd have expected something to happen to the bracelet and Shiori. Chekhov stated that if one saw a gun in a play one should expect it to be used before the play ends. I wonder if that will happen here, or if Gadeon shall remain simply a bracelet in Shiori's hands until the show ends.

ssfsx17 · 2007-07-29, 18:48

Episodes 18 and 19 have been subbed. Judging by the preview for episode 20, it looks like the trio of alien invaders have come a long way in terms of their planning for the invasion of Earth since their bumbling days when they were fooled by Junki's alarm device.

Sonhex · 2007-08-11, 09:56

Er, Ep 22 completely threw me...

Spoiler for ep 22 or Reideen goes medieval:

Meow.

ssfsx17 · 2007-08-14, 00:22

Spoiler for episodes 21 and 22:

ipernorris · 2007-08-14, 05:39

Spoiler for Episodes 21-22:

ssfsx17 · 2007-08-14, 15:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by ipernorris

Spoiler for Episodes 21-22:

Yes. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if they had some of the FLCL / Dead Leaves / MiniPato / Windy Tales people working on the series.

DragoonKain3 · 2007-08-14, 21:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssfsx17

Spoiler for episodes 21 and 22:

Plz let it be true. Plz let it be true. Plz let it be true. Plz let it be true. Plz let it be true. There was a billion hints for that, but I'm still praying 'Plz let it be true.'

Only reason why I'm still following this series is to see if the childhood friend 'wins' lol. Shiori is just too moe, IMO. Otherwise, I could care less about the other characters (like those three bodyguards he has), the plot goes by the pace slower than a snail, and the mecha battles/design were just too bland for my tastes.

Still, it would be so cool if Shiori gets to pilot Gadeon, lol.

Guppy · 2007-08-14, 23:05

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Originally Posted by DragoonKain3

Still, it would be so cool if Shiori gets to pilot Gadeon, lol.

Spoiler for ep. 24 preview:

dieseltrain · 2007-08-14, 23:20

Hoshikawa Hana x Saiga that would be cool

; Kobayakawa Shiori can't take a hint; Midorino Akira is a lifeless character. Interesting that hoshikawa was the only girl that actually got any character development. I have a feeling Reideen is going to have a rush ending.

holtz11 · 2007-08-17, 17:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guppy

Spoiler for ep. 24 preview:

Oh, crap. Seriously, what was the point

Spoiler:

ssfsx17 · 2007-08-17, 19:17

Spoiler for Episode 22:

Spoiler for Episode 23:

ssfsx17 · 2007-08-25, 15:55

Spoiler for Episode 24:

zalem · 2007-08-25, 16:09

There's only two episodes left, right? Still no explanation about the origin of Reideen or Midorino's connection with it (there has to be one). Not to mention the fact that Midorino's character was never fully developed. She has a flat personality and is just plain boring.

This series had some potential, but in the end it went nowhere. Don't see how much they could fix in two episodes.

Spoiler for ep 24:

MrProphet · 2007-08-25, 20:51

Oh, wow, a fast-paced robot battle in Reideen (ep. 24)!

NO WAI! 8)))

Personally, I don't care about Midorino. Roxell and his cat are just enough to make this series highly worth watching.

holtz11 · 2007-08-26, 08:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrProphet

Oh, wow, a fast-paced robot battle in Reideen (ep. 24)!

NO WAI! 8)))

Personally, I don't care about Midorino. Roxell and his cat are just enough to make this series highly worth watching.

Roxell should be the main character. And i don't know how anyone could care about Midorino, the OP already made me sick of her, she was barely there for most of the series, and when she is there she is so freaking dull. Talk about one deceiving OP.

At least Hoshikawa will kick ass next ep, seriously Hoshikawa is so awesome she makes the other characters is this show look bad.

ssfsx17 · 2007-08-26, 23:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by zalem

Spoiler for ep 24:

Keep in mind that Reideen has tried to break as many conventions of the genre as possible. I don't see why it wouldn't do the same for that particular guy.

dieseltrain · 2007-09-01, 23:15

episode 26 was released raw,

Spoiler:

zalem · 2007-09-01, 23:48

Thoughts on the last episode...

Spoiler for ep 26:

Guppy · 2007-09-02, 00:37

Could've been worse, I guess.

Spoiler for ep. 26:

MrProphet · 2007-09-03, 16:01

Well, the ending has been rather typical, but I thought that the series as a whole had this redeeming dose of weird quirkiness that has made it stand out among other similar shows.

It's not the kind of series that I thought I'd ever watch again (having seen enough 70's mecha in my time, thank you very much), but the pretty character designs, a common sense approach taken by the main character and various crazy little tidbits made it worth the pain.

Honestly, with the way they've (mis)handled the whole Midorino storyline, I never even expected any miracles here. It was already quite obvious as to what's going to happen.

But man... Roxell and his cat... they were GRAND! 8)

2007-07-22, 20:37	Link #161
physics223 In the Tatami Galaxy ↓ Join Date: Feb 2006	I find that the problem with Reideen is that it's slow as well as non-progressive. I vowed to watch it throughout, though, so that's what I am doing right now. Still, the art is great, and I give props to Production I.G. for that. But you'd have expected something to happen to the bracelet and Shiori. Chekhov stated that if one saw a gun in a play one should expect it to be used before the play ends. I wonder if that will happen here, or if Gadeon shall remain simply a bracelet in Shiori's hands until the show ends. __________________ anime\|otaku - hypotheses, analyses, and musings on The Tatami Galaxy \|\| The REAL first handheld console with color! Last edited by physics223; 2007-07-22 at 20:38. Reason: Too many thoughs ... :V

2007-08-11, 09:56	Link #163
Sonhex Not dead. Yet. Graphic Designer Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: UK	Er, Ep 22 completely threw me... Spoiler for ep 22 or Reideen goes medieval: ...with the medieval setting with Junki losing his memory and his name. It was obviously a dream or some kind of wierd alien trap but it was still a welcome change of scenery. And, damn, neko Shiori - we need more of that. And Hoshikawa, Maedasaki and Terasaki got turned in to helium voiced little winged things... Actually Junki's Reideen armour was cool, shame the final battle was all too brief. Akira as a damsel in distress. It was also good to see some backstory with Junki's dad though. Next episode Shiori is tracked down by Roxell, and about bloody time too. Meow.

2007-08-14, 00:22	Link #164
ssfsx17 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007	Spoiler for episodes 21 and 22: LOL, Midorino really does look like an alien chick! And I swear that the trippy cartoon is a reference to something else that Production I.G. has made, but I can't quite put my finger on it. Episode 21 has been fansubbed. The theory that Midorino is the spirit of Reideen might be correct. Also, I can't help but wonder if the whole series is some kind of commentary on Japan itself. Either that, or Production I.G. just loves to point out the sick politics of Japan.

2007-08-14, 05:39	Link #165
ipernorris Senior Member Join Date: May 2007	Spoiler for Episodes 21-22: Were the producers/makers/authors on crack while they made these episodes?

2007-08-17, 19:17	Link #171
ssfsx17 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007	Spoiler for Episode 22: Reideen once again shows its willingness to fight against typical mecha series conventions. Normally, the episode in which something envelops the hero and puts him in a dreamworld also involves a lot of angst and/or really disturbing subconscious urges. This one, though, is pretty funny! =P Spoiler for Episode 23: I wonder how many "cold smooth honorable dude" stereotypes Roxell will fulfill in the future. I'm hoping that at the end of the series, he'll get to survive and live on Earth with Shiori. Last edited by ssfsx17; 2007-08-18 at 14:00.

2007-07-29, 18:48	Link #162
ssfsx17 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007	Episodes 18 and 19 have been subbed. Judging by the preview for episode 20, it looks like the trio of alien invaders have come a long way in terms of their planning for the invasion of Earth since their bumbling days when they were fooled by Junki's alarm device.

2007-08-14, 23:20	Link #169
dieseltrain Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006	Hoshikawa Hana x Saiga that would be cool ; Kobayakawa Shiori can't take a hint; Midorino Akira is a lifeless character. Interesting that hoshikawa was the only girl that actually got any character development. I have a feeling Reideen is going to have a rush ending.

2007-08-25, 15:55	Link #172
ssfsx17 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007	Spoiler for Episode 24: By now, it's becoming pretty clear that the aliens are really just accessories to Junki and Midorino getting the hots for each other. Hopefully, the future episodes in which Roxell learns the meaning of love will be somewhat humorous.

2007-08-25, 16:09	Link #173
zalem Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: NYC	There's only two episodes left, right? Still no explanation about the origin of Reideen or Midorino's connection with it (there has to be one). Not to mention the fact that Midorino's character was never fully developed. She has a flat personality and is just plain boring. This series had some potential, but in the end it went nowhere. Don't see how much they could fix in two episodes. Spoiler for ep 24: Wonder what will happen to Roxell/Rokuseru? Is he just going to be killed? From the preview for 25 Junki is going to get Reideen back... __________________

2007-08-25, 20:51	Link #174
MrProphet The Commissar Vanishes Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tallinn, Estonia Age: 41	Oh, wow, a fast-paced robot battle in Reideen (ep. 24)! NO WAI! 8))) Personally, I don't care about Midorino. Roxell and his cat are just enough to make this series highly worth watching.

2007-09-01, 23:15	Link #177
dieseltrain Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006	episode 26 was released raw, Spoiler: not surprised the ending was a little rushed, and have happened to Hoshikawa?

2007-09-01, 23:48	Link #178
zalem Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: NYC	Thoughts on the last episode... Spoiler for ep 26: Rather disappointing ending. Not really surprised though. The series never did go anywhere. I was sort of hoping they'd attempt to redeem the series with these last few episodes, but that didn't happen. It was a really rushed ending. __________________

2007-09-02, 00:37	Link #179
Guppy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004	Could've been worse, I guess. Spoiler for ep. 26: I don't really mind Junki/Akira too much. Their relationship might be pretty flat and uninteresting, but at least it's not unhealthy or just plain creepy. (Anyone watching Idolmaster: Xenoglossia? Imber/Chihaya/Haruka just feels so wrong...) Poor Shiori, left out in the cold. Must be tough, trying to come between a boy and his giant robot.

2007-09-03, 16:01	Link #180
MrProphet The Commissar Vanishes Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tallinn, Estonia Age: 41	Well, the ending has been rather typical, but I thought that the series as a whole had this redeeming dose of weird quirkiness that has made it stand out among other similar shows. It's not the kind of series that I thought I'd ever watch again (having seen enough 70's mecha in my time, thank you very much), but the pretty character designs, a common sense approach taken by the main character and various crazy little tidbits made it worth the pain. Honestly, with the way they've (mis)handled the whole Midorino storyline, I never even expected any miracles here. It was already quite obvious as to what's going to happen. But man... Roxell and his cat... they were GRAND! 8)