ROBOKITTYZILLA
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From the New World (Shin Sekai Yori)
Absolutely amazing and criminally under appreciated. WATCH IT.
Absolutely amazing and criminally under appreciated. WATCH IT.
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Anime that need more love!
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immortal-joe
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I still don't know how and why I made it through Gintama's slow start. Once I moved past it though, everything got taken up to 11.
The use of Shinpachi as the "straight" man who points out the joke is often overplayed, but the show works inspite of that since the actual jokes work very well.
The use of Shinpachi as the "straight" man who points out the joke is often overplayed, but the show works inspite of that since the actual jokes work very well.
SolidSnakeUS
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Time to recommend some more!
Onegai Teacher
Waiting in the Summer
Guilty Crown
Onegai Teacher
Waiting in the Summer
Guilty Crown
Yay, something actually worthwhile and not Moeblob 2 or something like Darker Than Black(1) which gets a lot of love.
I even have The Tree Song on my smartphone.
Shigurui:
Extremely graphic but good god, is it good. It is kinda artsy and has definitely a completely unique feeling to it. A shame that the anime doesn't really cover anything...and I haven't read the manga.
Gankutsuou:
Has a weird artstyle, like Kaiba. If that doesn't put anyone off, it's worth watching. The Count of Monte Cristo. Do I need to say more?
I wish more anime like those existed...but we will probably only get like one every 3-4 years these days.
Jex
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Uh-oh!
While I do think that's a good show, it has so many problems (pacing, production values, editing) that I struggle to recommend it in general.
There's nothing wrong with Kazuo's tenure on the series. He's just far more of a predictable workmen than Oshii. I kind of want to see Oshii's weird take on the universe as opposed to just a straight adaptation, which is why I don't consider Kazuo's run "essential". For people who are really enjoying the series you don't have to stop when you get to him, of course.
Macross isn't really that good either. The franchise just got worse and worse.
Best: Original Macross, Macross Zero
Somewhat lower: Macross Plus (mostly okish-suckish but it had two extremely awesome scenes which made it somewhat worthwhile).
Middle: Macross 7, Macross Frontier
Worst: Pretty much the other OVAs(Macross 7 Encore, Macross Dynamite 7 etc) and movies
This best to worst is only in regards to the series though, Original and Zero only scored a 7 out of 10 with me.
justjustin
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Nice thread! Gave it a good skim, and I'll try to recommend things that haven't been suggested.
Mirai Shonen Conan
Anyone who enjoys Hayao Miyazaki's direction and style should check this one out. It's a fun adventure without all the grimness of your usual post-apocalyptic world. The animation quality is a bit dated being from the late 70s, but I think you'll enjoy the energetic pacing of this 26 episode series that showcases much of Miyazaki's style and themes.
Ghost Hound
I've seen suggestions for Kaiba and Lain so why not another anime partly grounded in metaphysical philosophy? Have fun navigating your way though this bizarre story of existence with solipsistic implications. Or something! Much like Lain, I think this show is better at sparking your imagination than presenting some sort of coherent story.
Lovely Complex
A rom-com with wonderful character development. It does a great job of showing two people overcoming their self-perception issues and flawed understanding of relationships so they can finally develop feelings for each other. It focuses on humor more than drama, revolving around the premise that the two main characters have height complexes. I could see the main characters being grating to some people, but I enjoyed their interaction. Give it a try if you have the slightest interest in romantic comedies. Minimal tsundere, no passive aggressive characters, no forced drama, greatly funny.
Also thanks to everyone for their suggestions so far. I have a little list drawn up now.
Mirai Shonen Conan
Anyone who enjoys Hayao Miyazaki's direction and style should check this one out. It's a fun adventure without all the grimness of your usual post-apocalyptic world. The animation quality is a bit dated being from the late 70s, but I think you'll enjoy the energetic pacing of this 26 episode series that showcases much of Miyazaki's style and themes.
Ghost Hound
I've seen suggestions for Kaiba and Lain so why not another anime partly grounded in metaphysical philosophy? Have fun navigating your way though this bizarre story of existence with solipsistic implications. Or something! Much like Lain, I think this show is better at sparking your imagination than presenting some sort of coherent story.
Lovely Complex
A rom-com with wonderful character development. It does a great job of showing two people overcoming their self-perception issues and flawed understanding of relationships so they can finally develop feelings for each other. It focuses on humor more than drama, revolving around the premise that the two main characters have height complexes. I could see the main characters being grating to some people, but I enjoyed their interaction. Give it a try if you have the slightest interest in romantic comedies. Minimal tsundere, no passive aggressive characters, no forced drama, greatly funny.
Also thanks to everyone for their suggestions so far. I have a little list drawn up now.
Silver Spoon - A city boy goes to farming school and learns life lessons.
This is by the far the best series to come out over the past few years and is absolutely wonderful. You all owe it to yourselves to watch it, it is downright hilarious (and no fanservice either!)
Also OP C Control was ok but that ending was crap and you know it.
robo_qwop
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Don't think I saw anyone mention Detroit Metal City. It's hilarious.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D8J_sywY00
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D8J_sywY00
It's my favorite comedy (I don't really like the genre), so I can vouch for that.
After a somewhat weak start, it got really good. The problem is though, it's incomplete...which is a shame. I guess one has to read the novels to know the full story.
Jex
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The secret best advice I'd give to anyone regarding "What mecha anime should I watch?" is to, by and large, ignore Gundam & Macross (sans the shows I've already mentioned) and focus on other mecha titles that are far better e.g.
- Votoms
- Armour Hunter Mellowlink
- Giant Robo: The Day The Earth Stood Still
- Patlabor
Not to mention the very popular and well known titles like:
- Gurren Lagann
- Evangelion
- Eureka Seven
I also happen to like:
- Getter Robo Armageddon
- New Getter Robo
- Shin Getter vs Neo Getter
- Shin Mazinger Z
But those 4 all kind of have problems. I'd recommend men them to people who've already passed through the other shows and want something more.
I guess it also always depends on what kind of mecha you like, real or super robots. I prefer real ones, for example. Regarding mecha series, I have always found it hard to find subs (or they are terrible) for the more obscure and older ones as groups tend to only cover Gundam and Macross...
Have you watched Garasaki?
Jex
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Luckily I think there was a a real abundance of both real and super robot shows so you're still kind of spoiled for choice. I mean, on the real robot front there's still:
Patlabor
FLAG
Votoms
Armor Hunter Mellowlink
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Okay, perhaps 'Spoiled For Choice' is an exaggeration
I haven't had the pleasure.
SolidSnakeUS
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For a mecha, I didn't mind Star Driver.
I love this show. What's interesting is Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke) actually produced the concept for the story, didn't use it, and after some legal juggling, Hideaki Anno (NGE) ended up directing it. The character design is handled by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto (NGE, Summer Wars).
Just watch this shit.
But make sure you skip episodes 23 - 34. Show was extended to make more money, Anno handed the directorial reigns over to some lout during this period and - well the show takes a very big hit. Luckily they're not needed to understand the story.
Just watch this shit.
But make sure you skip episodes 23 - 34. Show was extended to make more money, Anno handed the directorial reigns over to some lout during this period and - well the show takes a very big hit. Luckily they're not needed to understand the story.
AnathemicOne
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After having just finished it yesterday and now reading the manga...
Definitely Welcome to the N.H.K.! / N.H.K. ni Youkoso!.
Definitely Welcome to the N.H.K.! / N.H.K. ni Youkoso!.
In US sure. Lots of good, currently airing shows and a large set of older ones.
Sparkedglory
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Michiko and Hatchin. I can't say it enough. Such a good show
Nice to see Gankutsuo get a mention. A thrilling tale of lust, greed, power, and revenge that will hold your heart in its hand and SQUEEZE. If that doesn't give you one of the best dramatic rides of a lifetime then I simply do not know what will!
My big recommendation though has to be Full Metal Panic. I ADORE this show (and Fumofu it's comedy spin-off). Mecha with quite a bit of humour, and a great arc plot to boot. One of the few anime I've watched beginning to end several times, just masterful.
My big recommendation though has to be Full Metal Panic. I ADORE this show (and Fumofu it's comedy spin-off). Mecha with quite a bit of humour, and a great arc plot to boot. One of the few anime I've watched beginning to end several times, just masterful.
Android18a
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Gunsmith Cats.
It was amazing in its time, and it holds up extremely well for a mid-90s anime. Still great visuals!
It was amazing in its time, and it holds up extremely well for a mid-90s anime. Still great visuals!
Jex
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They're bad human beings, jerks, and assholes!
Yes, this is a good one, a lot of 'moments' stuck with me. It did drag a bit in the middle though
Hauntingly Brilliant
Lot of great entries on here.
I just really wanted to show Desert Punk some love. Especially the english dub. It's one of the few anime where I prefer a dub.
I have love for this anime because it has the most anit-hero no BS realist main character I've ever seen. His resolve for survival and disdain for heroic hypocrisy is probably the best I've seen in anime.
I just really wanted to show Desert Punk some love. Especially the english dub. It's one of the few anime where I prefer a dub.
I have love for this anime because it has the most anit-hero no BS realist main character I've ever seen. His resolve for survival and disdain for heroic hypocrisy is probably the best I've seen in anime.
Astral Dog
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Darker than Black, i liked the characters and action:
Texhnolyze, somewhat dark and depressing sci fi story:
Texhnolyze, somewhat dark and depressing sci fi story:
I forgot how amazing the OST is in Shin Seki Yori. I remember my friend bitching about the show due to
the main leads not aiming to 'better' humanity. He expected them to become heroes and make humanity redeem themselves for their sins.
Gankutsuo is one of the finest shows ever created.
Darker than Black, i liked the characters and action:
Why do people hate the second season so much?
guymockingdale
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this anime needs less love, LESSSSSSSS LOVE!!!!
UberTag
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How could it possibly get less love than it receives already?
(Incidentally, I sort of agree with you although the English dub is damn good.)
Yep, my favorite.
Vicetrailia
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I want more Blade of the Immortal.
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