The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

[Kayay]

My, my, my. What a quiet forum here.

I just started watching Blue Seed and finished episodes 1 through 5, and so far I’m not sure whether I like it or not. First of all, the dialogue feels like it lacking at time, with characters uttering nothing but each other’s names (in concern, in anger, in despair, etc.) for ten or so lines. Then there is that typical shoujo introduction of the characters that I personally find annoying. Yes, I know it is (or was) common in Anime to tell the person’s name, blood type, sign, personality, likes and dislikes, etc. in a voice over, but it interrupts the flow of an anime more often than not imo. Finally, it has that “battle a new monster over episode” redundancy so far. On the plus side, the character development looks good so far, delving into each person’s past (as per the standard anime formula), and there are some humorous bits that made me smile.

Also, I believe it was released in Japan in 1995. How well was it received there?

EDIT: I'm over half way through, and while with the introduction of Sakura, that long haired baddie, and Kaede the plot has gotten more interesting, I'm still getting tired of the endless lines of

"Kusanagisan." (wistful)
"Kusanagisan!" (surprised)
"Kusanagisan?" (confused)
"Kusanagisan!" (happy)
etc.

[Final_Eschelon]

Originally posted by Kayay
EDIT: I'm over half way through, and while with the introduction of Sakura, that long haired baddie, and Kaede the plot has gotten more interesting, I'm still getting tired of the endless lines of

"Kusanagisan." (wistful)
"Kusanagisan!" (surprised)
"Kusanagisan?" (confused)
"Kusanagisan!" (happy)
etc. [/B]

Trust me, as far as Momiji yelling Kusanagi's name goes, it doesn't get any less annoying as the series progresses. It kind of dies down around the middle of the series (or maybe not, my memory is fuzzy since its been so long since I've seen Blue Seed) but it picks right back up again with a vengeance toward the end.

Some of the characters get so annoying that you'll want to reach through your monitor and throw them in an animated wood chipper, but for the most part the characters do well in their roles.

One of the highly redeeming things about Blue Seed is the Omake theater that comes on the disc in the extras section. They ad a lot of well-needed levity to a plot that would otherwise seem quite serious, minus the whole 'momiji's panties' thing.

[Vandread]

Blue Seed does get better as the series progresses, but it all depends on what you expect from it. If you're expecting some earth shattering revelations and tear jerking drama later on, then you'll be a bit disappointed.

I found all the characters to be quirky in there own right (Kusanagi's the man!). However, I found bits of weakness in the story, not so much in the supporting cast, but from the heroine herself. Hence the whole reference to her constant calling of 'Kusanagi-san'.

From what I've gathered, Blue Seed was accepted quite nicely by the japanese and became a big hit for a short while during the mid 90's.

Overall, I found Blue Seed to be quite enjoyable. Though it does have it's problems, it redeems itself in a good supporting cast and Kusanagi. I put him seperate because, in my opinion, he MAKES the show. I mean, he's funny and a badass all at the same time, what's there not to like about him?


Oh, and the Omakes are great, save the grandmother one. If you watch that far, you'll see what I mean -_-

[kusinagi-kun]

yes . yes. yes... Kusinagi is one mad mofo--

shut yo mouth! --

i'm just talkin' 'bout Kusinagi!

damn right!

[bigbi]

I do not like it. It's horrible. Does no one else think that Momiji is extremely annoying?

[hakai]

I do not like it. It's horrible. Does no one else think that Momiji is extremely annoying?

I don't even remember wtf her powers are anymore, but I still remember she was one annoying bastard. I would of killed her off a long time ago but then there wouldn't be a real story then. :lol:

[kamikazefstorm]

Whats so annoying about Momiji? I've watched every episode and I can't find anything anoying about her. :confused:

[The Creeper]

Why is Momiji annyoing again? Seriously, what the hell makes her so dam awful compared to any other female lead? I actually like Momiji because for once we have a female lead who isn't a ball busting, macho female warrior character.

It's nice to know we can have some humanity here and create a character that's sort of "sweet" involved in a world that's so screwed up. Kusinagi is AWESOME, I don't see how anyone cannot love that guy, he's so much fun.

He's perverse, smart, strong, and I love his romance with Momiji, it's practically classic. And I actually think all the quirky characters of the TAC are a nice well balanced cast, they all have something likeable and useful to add to the show.