Kanon (2006)

Melancoholic · Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 9:57 pm Post subject:

True, but it looks like Makoto's arc is coming to an end, so comedy might abound again in a few eps time.

You're probably right though, it would be difficult to go back to the earlier level of comedy if what looks like happening actually does so.

Must... avoid... SPOILERS...

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joki9121 · newbie! Joined: Dec 01, 2006 Posts: 2

so far i like the series although i havent seen the original or played the game...
the people that said that "uguu" and "auu" is annoying i sorta have to agree. i thought it was cute at first but it does get annoying
time to watch eppie #9

Unlucky_Sevyn · Posted: Fri Dec 01, 2006 7:51 pm Post subject:

My ability to easily be entertained and have a high tolerance for things must be why the Uguu's and the Auu's don't bother me at all. I actually like them, and I couldn't really imagine those characters not doing that. I'm sure it could be done less, but I don't mind it at all. It's still just a cute little thing to me.

Yuuichi is by far my favorite Harem male lead ever. He's not an idiot, he's not a complete pervert/misunderstood pervert who has no idea how to handle any situation that involves females, and he's probably one of the only leads I've seen like that. I don't think he's as condescending towards others as it seems, it really does just seem like that's his nature. Better yet, it leads to comedy which I didn't even think I'd see in this show. I didn't really watch the origional show, I decided against it... And I think that was actually a good idea, since I have no idea what's going to happen durring the course of this show.

I really like it so far, I think it's great. And I think I might be the only person that doesn't seem to like Mai alot... I'm not really a fan of the silent and serious types.
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Unlucky_Sevyn · Posted: Sat Dec 02, 2006 1:49 am Post subject:

ZGMF-00X · Ronin Samurai Joined: Dec 26, 2004 Posts: 761

Well, episode 9 was quite the emotional one...
Makoto's degradation becomes more obvious now, as compared to the previous few episodes.Yuuichi realises that after talking with Mishio, but is unable to get to her. We see him spending some time with Makoto, and eventually Makoto is struck with a high fever, making her degrade to the point where she can put together only simple sentences. The last part of the episode has her wanting to marry Yuuichi to stay with him forever.

Since I can't put in all the details, that was as much as it needed to stir quite a few emotions in me even though I was prepared for an emotional episode. Get ready your boxes of tissues, ladies and gentlemen, for the next two episodes....
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Unlucky_Sevyn

ZGMF-00X · Ronin Samurai Joined: Dec 26, 2004 Posts: 761

Now for episode 10, and since it's subbed out, I won't hold back too much. Laughing

The end of the Makoto arc, and what a interesting way to end it. It felt as though I was reading the end and epilogue chapter of a novel of a story by itself.

Of course, the tear-jerking parts almost caught me tearing again. You can sense the mild but mounting desperation that Yuuichi was trying to keep Makoto in her human form, to keep her with him and them (Akiko and Nayuki) forever as a family, going as far as to skip school, enlist Mishio's aid and suggesting a family outing altogether. I really respect and sympathise with him in this aspect. Here he's trying to put on a damned brave front, and any lesser man would probably have openly weeped when Makoto actually finally 'disappeared' from him.

I have to commend Key and KyoAni on this. The accompaniment of the music along with the mood of whatever that's going on was excellent, and we couldn't have asked for a better seiyuu than Tomokazu Sugita for Yuuichi?

Anyway, episode 11 previews show plenty of Mai. Looks like her arc's beginning and I can't wait. Smile

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leoxjm · Posted: Mon Dec 11, 2006 4:48 pm Post subject:

I was never much of a Makoto fan, but I did feel kind of sad that she vanished. That was pretty damn well done. props to the makers, they did a great job with ths one, to my eyes Kanon keeps getting better and better. It is pretty easy to sympathize with poor Yuuichi's plight to keep Makoto happy until the end. Once again, all I can say is: Good job. By the way, I liked the Amano girl a lot (forgot her first name, though Confused

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So, Mai, next time? Sounds good to me. I was wondering about that whole "hunting demons" thing anyway.
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Angel_Armz · Rosen Ritter~ Joined: Dec 05, 2006 Posts: 10983

I must be very insensitive during the events in eps 10. It nice and all but I didn't feel as emotional as I wanted to. Must be because I watched the original kanon.

Can't wait for eps 11. Very Happy

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xxYumexx · newbie! Joined: Mar 19, 2005 Posts: 49 Location: Earth

I didn't really like Makoto at the first place, but it was sad when she disappeared. Although I pitied Yuuichi more Crying or Very sad

. He was so desperate to keep Makoto from disappearing.. (he must've played with the bell with makoto for hours o_O; )

Is the original Kanon more emotional then? Confused

silverkitsune · Posted: Tue Dec 12, 2006 2:00 pm Post subject:

Damn I cried a lot while watching ep 10. I was in my room with door locked and blowing my nose. Embarassed

It's not something I want to watch with other people, because I'll be just too self conscious about holding off the tears to properly enjoy the anime.
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ZGMF-00X · Ronin Samurai Joined: Dec 26, 2004 Posts: 761

Thoughts on episode 11:

While it seemed as though Yuuichi, Nayuki and Akiko recovered miraculously from Makoto's departure, it can be attributed to the mental strength of Yuuichi himself. Besides, Nayuki's statement for having Ayu over made sense on the whole. It's not going to help anyone by staying sad and depressed all the time.

Another thing that might act as a premonition for things to come (I haven't played the game, so I don't really know) is how Ayu forgot that her parents were on vacation as well as the lack of knowledge about Ayu on Yuuichi's part. I have a feeling it will come into play later for her arc.

Thumbs up for the change in the mood of the anime. Not everything is about Makoto and the depression that comes in the aftermath of her absence and going by arcs, it would be downright silly to harp on about the sudden change in the mood.

Yuuichi is entertaining as usual together with partners Nayuki, Ayu and Mai. The exchange between him and the former seemed normal but hilarious in a way, probably thanks to their expressions. As a Mai fanboy myself, the 'Banzai!' part was of course another funnier and cuter (insert biaseness here) segment of the show. Ayu, of course, at the brunt of Yuuichi's jokes and an excellent dance partner with Yuuichi. Too bad he can't take her to the dance as well. Imagine what a hit they will be on the floor!

Watching back to the episode where Yuuichi first meets Mai at school in the night, the demons are actually not something that are only imagined by Mai. I recall Yuuichi getting roughly shoved/hit aside by some invisible force before Mai followed up from behind. While Yuuichi might not be able to see, there is something in the corridor that appeared which we viewers are able to discern, and I'm pretty sure they might do something to mess up the dance somehow, with Mai taking more blame from the student council president.

In conclusion, I guess one thing's inherent after watching the preview and the episode itself: "The way to a Mai's heart is through her stomach." [This is a terrible joke, btw ) In any case, I'll be waiting eagerly for episode 12 for more Mai goodness and a good storyline for her arc as well.
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leoxjm · Posted: Sun Dec 17, 2006 12:06 am Post subject:

ZGMF-00X · Ronin Samurai Joined: Dec 26, 2004 Posts: 761

That isn't Ayu! Laughing

Well, I'm guessing that Ayu's mysteries are going to contribute a lot to her arc later on in the series. It's those subtle hints we've been given for Makoto to show her degeneration, so it might be the same for Ayu as well.

Nia...Who cares. I'm just eager for more Mai. Razz

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