This episode was nice enough with Asia moving in with Issei. That sure will make some nice scenes in the future. Still it felt off. Rias looks trouble whenever marriage and fiancee comes into play. Probably that strange guy with his group at the end of the previous episode is her fiancee? And she doesn't seem to want to be married. It looks obvious where this series is going to go. Hopefully the writers can keep Issei focused on his harem (with Asia) and not suddenly decide to make Issei into a marriage partner for Rias..This last episode Issei looked like he is going for Rias now even though in the previous episodes he seemed more interested in Asia..
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QUOTE (Kid-Wolf @ Feb 12 2012, 09:50 AM) Oh Aya-tan I'm okay with it because to be honest I have no idea what your Ecchi Levels are so I won't complain about your jokes here and there.
In any case the fanservice is kind of on the level of Quasar or maybe even Queen's Blade, but the thing is it kind of moves the plot somehow.
My Ecchi levels? Hentai is out, for sure...too vulgar, imo. Now, I am no prude but I ain't an ecchi hog either...so, as long as it is in being with the story and adds to the plot, it is okay and as long as it is not graphic or vulgar nor too obvious, I am okay with it. This one is silly (sorta) in some scenes, as I just roll my eyes and just mutter, "whatever" but in other scenes, I laugh, since the reactions from Issei-kun are just too funny. Granted, I have only watched one episode so far, but had it not appealed to my Yaya anime senses, you would have already known that by now, Woofie-san.
I tried the Queen Blade anime since I do like fantasy/sword type animes but it was way too exaggerated in the "let's expose as much flesh as possible" depart. Dropped, 10 mins. into the first episode...but that's for another discussion lest I be accused of going off topic herein.
After I am caught up, I will come back and add another two cents worth.
In any case the fanservice is kind of on the level of Quasar or maybe even Queen's Blade, but the thing is it kind of moves the plot somehow.
My Ecchi levels? Hentai is out, for sure...too vulgar, imo. Now, I am no prude but I ain't an ecchi hog either...so, as long as it is in being with the story and adds to the plot, it is okay and as long as it is not graphic or vulgar nor too obvious, I am okay with it. This one is silly (sorta) in some scenes, as I just roll my eyes and just mutter, "whatever" but in other scenes, I laugh, since the reactions from Issei-kun are just too funny. Granted, I have only watched one episode so far, but had it not appealed to my Yaya anime senses, you would have already known that by now, Woofie-san.
I tried the Queen Blade anime since I do like fantasy/sword type animes but it was way too exaggerated in the "let's expose as much flesh as possible" depart. Dropped, 10 mins. into the first episode...but that's for another discussion lest I be accused of going off topic herein.
After I am caught up, I will come back and add another two cents worth.
QUOTE (ImTakes @ Feb 12 2012, 01:41 AM) I have been wondering why this one is getting so much press of late...I may check it out since Woofie-san claims tis the "Springtime of his ecchi-youth" while Senpai-kun claims a main "character has a body that outta be outlawed" and seeing as a few others are enthused as well, I was wondering...
That being said, I may just check this here ecchi series out and if it be worth the risk...well, I may just jump on the press wagon myself.
I had a good chuckle reading this. I had a feeling that Issei-san would appeal to you (especially after you get past the second or third episode). Though if I was a betting man I would have thought that you would have dropped this 15 minutes into the first episode because of the strong ecchi content it starts out with. That's one of the reasons I didn't go out on a limb and recommend it to you in the first place. Your tolerance levels must have enhanced over time. Although maybe I shouldn't be that surprised it's not like anyone could ever excuse you of being a stick in the mud. Anyways I'm glad I didn't place any real bets lol. Oh and I'm sure there will be plenty of scenes that you'll roll your eyes because I know I did a few times but it's still a fun watch so far.
QUOTE (nijlandp @ Feb 12 2012, 12:57 PM)This last episode Issei looked like he is going for Rias now even though in the previous episodes he seemed more interested in Asia..
IDK I wouldn't say that he is necessarily going after Rias in particularly. It's just that how could he not take notice of her when you consider umm all she has to offer
I definitely don't want to see Issei become some kind of marriage candidate for her either. At least not at this point because it's more entertaining for him to like other girls as well like Asia.
I had a good chuckle reading this. I had a feeling that Issei-san would appeal to you (especially after you get past the second or third episode). Though if I was a betting man I would have thought that you would have dropped this 15 minutes into the first episode because of the strong ecchi content it starts out with. That's one of the reasons I didn't go out on a limb and recommend it to you in the first place. Your tolerance levels must have enhanced over time. Although maybe I shouldn't be that surprised it's not like anyone could ever excuse you of being a stick in the mud. Anyways I'm glad I didn't place any real bets lol. Oh and I'm sure there will be plenty of scenes that you'll roll your eyes because I know I did a few times but it's still a fun watch so far.
QUOTE (nijlandp @ Feb 12 2012, 12:57 PM)This last episode Issei looked like he is going for Rias now even though in the previous episodes he seemed more interested in Asia..
IDK I wouldn't say that he is necessarily going after Rias in particularly. It's just that how could he not take notice of her when you consider umm all she has to offer
QUOTE I had a feeling that Issei-san would appeal to you
What's not to love about a hearty boy/lolo who only wanted to "cop a feel" before keeling over? I mean, that was one of the best scenes ever for a dying anime character...pondering the mysteries of what it must be like to fondle a woman's breasts...and all while on the verge of taking your final breath? I had to hand it to the writers as I thought and giggled..."I bet they had a field day writing that scene up!" Wish I coulda been there.
QUOTE Your tolerance levels must have enhanced over time. Although maybe I shouldn't be that surprised it's not like anyone could ever excuse you of being a stick in the mud.
My tolerance levels have not changed...as long as I find the overall tone of the story and the characters appealing, I am in. My first choice was always "old Skool" ecchi types series but then again, they had a few that ended up in my anime dumpster as well. The fact that a full on naked Rias wakes up next to Issei-kun makes perfect sense...she saved him from a second death plus, she has to use her very seductive "wares" to reel him in thus, he gets an eyeful with a subtle promise of "things to come."
I look forward to more of my lolo, Issei-kun's adventures...that "little devil."
What's not to love about a hearty boy/lolo who only wanted to "cop a feel" before keeling over? I mean, that was one of the best scenes ever for a dying anime character...pondering the mysteries of what it must be like to fondle a woman's breasts...and all while on the verge of taking your final breath? I had to hand it to the writers as I thought and giggled..."I bet they had a field day writing that scene up!" Wish I coulda been there.
QUOTE Your tolerance levels must have enhanced over time. Although maybe I shouldn't be that surprised it's not like anyone could ever excuse you of being a stick in the mud.
My tolerance levels have not changed...as long as I find the overall tone of the story and the characters appealing, I am in. My first choice was always "old Skool" ecchi types series but then again, they had a few that ended up in my anime dumpster as well. The fact that a full on naked Rias wakes up next to Issei-kun makes perfect sense...she saved him from a second death plus, she has to use her very seductive "wares" to reel him in thus, he gets an eyeful with a subtle promise of "things to come."
I look forward to more of my lolo, Issei-kun's adventures...that "little devil."
Ah, Yaya you are watching this series? It should be entertaining to read your thoughts on it then
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QUOTE (ImTakes @ Feb 12 2012, 01:40 PM)as long as I find the overall tone of the story and the characters appealing, I am in. "
I couldn't agree with you more, although its not like the ecchi bothers me
. I would say the fan service levels are Queen Blade like, but fortunately the story for this one is a lot better. Ecchi is great but when the story is not there is just not enjoyable.
Anyway, this series has been very enjoyable so far. It nice that we get a hero that is not like your typical wuss. All the ladies in the show are all pretty enjoyable to watch, especially the Queen and her sadism. Although, I would say Rias is my favorite for various reasons
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I Kind of wish they would use the animation style of the ending on the entire show. It really looks good, and I find the girls more attractive.
QUOTE (ImTakes @ Feb 12 2012, 01:40 PM)as long as I find the overall tone of the story and the characters appealing, I am in. "
I couldn't agree with you more, although its not like the ecchi bothers me
Anyway, this series has been very enjoyable so far. It nice that we get a hero that is not like your typical wuss. All the ladies in the show are all pretty enjoyable to watch, especially the Queen and her sadism. Although, I would say Rias is my favorite for various reasons
I Kind of wish they would use the animation style of the ending on the entire show. It really looks good, and I find the girls more attractive.
QUOTE Ah, Yaya you are watching this series? It should be entertaining to read your thoughts on it then
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Gracias, Mijo...Yep, I am already up to episode four and really having fun watching. Of course, now that our hero, Issei-kun, has met cute Asia-chan, well, I had to smile at the twist in the story...very well done for an ecchi series. I am impressed it is not just about boobs and "wanna grab them" jargon.
QUOTE I couldn't agree with you more, although its not like the ecchi bothers me
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Anyway, this series has been very enjoyable so far. It nice that we get a hero that is not like your typical wuss. All the ladies in the show are all pretty enjoyable to watch.
The characters are all likable which was another factor in my liking it...I know senapi-kun teased me about his reluctance to recommend it to me but he needs to take a step on the wild side and give me the benefit of doubt every-now-and-then.
So there it is...an appealing story with all the right elements to make it entertaining, fun to watch, and at times, nail biting angst...I almost did in episode three, when poor Asia-chan was almost violated by that crazed and corrupt so-called priest who gives all the good ones a really bad name.
Gracias, Mijo...Yep, I am already up to episode four and really having fun watching. Of course, now that our hero, Issei-kun, has met cute Asia-chan, well, I had to smile at the twist in the story...very well done for an ecchi series. I am impressed it is not just about boobs and "wanna grab them" jargon.
QUOTE I couldn't agree with you more, although its not like the ecchi bothers me
Anyway, this series has been very enjoyable so far. It nice that we get a hero that is not like your typical wuss. All the ladies in the show are all pretty enjoyable to watch.
The characters are all likable which was another factor in my liking it...I know senapi-kun teased me about his reluctance to recommend it to me but he needs to take a step on the wild side and give me the benefit of doubt every-now-and-then.
OMG I so totally love this series XDDD The fanservice is great, the ecchi is great, the girls are all just great, the artwork is great, the story is great and the protagonist is your usual daily life perv which is also great
I mean even on the girl front it has everything, the moe teasing neechan type akeno-chan, the kudere pettaneko loli beauty Kuneko-chan, the kawai but clumsy girl Asia-chan, aaand the experienced leaderlike smexy neechan type Rias-chan
Fufufufu a feast for every ecchi and cute girl lover
. Anyways I'm kinda curious what is up with Rias-chan, since she seemed a bit absent and kinda sad during the last episode at times.
Fufufufu a feast for every ecchi and cute girl lover
So with episode 7 we find out that there is another demon clan in the school, and it so happens to be the student council as well it would seem. Still to think that this episode went all out for the fanservice here and there just so Isei and Asia could actually have the chance to obtain a pet.
Also, it seems that Issei should not understand that with his luck anything he thinks might be hot or smexy is going to be the polar opposite at times. I mean it explains as to why he tends to show off his ecchi side with the girls in the Germory Clan now.
Although it seemed kind fo obvious that Asia would manage to obtain a pet before Issei, but for it to be a dragon is quite impressive. To bad he seems to be rather over protective of his new master though.
Also, it seems that Issei should not understand that with his luck anything he thinks might be hot or smexy is going to be the polar opposite at times. I mean it explains as to why he tends to show off his ecchi side with the girls in the Germory Clan now.
Although it seemed kind fo obvious that Asia would manage to obtain a pet before Issei, but for it to be a dragon is quite impressive. To bad he seems to be rather over protective of his new master though.
Its nice too see people accepting someone as a pervert instead of hating and beating him as it normally is. Too bad though that Issei didnt get his Slataru ^^
I really hope they wont overdo the lightning gags like its done in other series (like Beelzebub in the beginning) with Rassei and Issei here.
I already thought that the Kaichou is a Demon too the way she talked to Rias about her choosing Issei. Would be nice to get a backstory of them, or of the Demon World overall.
@Yaya: You shouldnt make the mistake and think of Hentais the same as pornos since a lot have really good storys (for example Bible Black, Words Worth or Harvest Night). Sure there are some which are are only about sex but not all. And in a lot of them the sex makes more sense than most ecchi-scenes in normal animes.
If something is too vulgar too you than you are prude. You are only not prude if you accept everything there is, you dont have to like it, but accept it.
I really hope they wont overdo the lightning gags like its done in other series (like Beelzebub in the beginning) with Rassei and Issei here.
I already thought that the Kaichou is a Demon too the way she talked to Rias about her choosing Issei. Would be nice to get a backstory of them, or of the Demon World overall.
@Yaya: You shouldnt make the mistake and think of Hentais the same as pornos since a lot have really good storys (for example Bible Black, Words Worth or Harvest Night). Sure there are some which are are only about sex but not all. And in a lot of them the sex makes more sense than most ecchi-scenes in normal animes.
If something is too vulgar too you than you are prude. You are only not prude if you accept everything there is, you dont have to like it, but accept it.
QUOTE (Killer_Ossi @ Feb 21 2012, 07:47 AM) @Yaya: You shouldnt make the mistake and think of Hentais the same as pornos
If something is too vulgar too you than you are prude. You are only not prude if you accept everything there is, you dont have to like it, but accept it.
I like this series and really enjoy the story. Woofie...that Demon clan is gonna give Rias-chan and her little corps a run for their demonic yen. Looking forward to it.
@ Ossi...I have seen my share of porn and hentai and whatever, so to call me a prude is laughable as I can curse and swear and do a few "other things" just as much as the next know-it-all.
Me as prude? Please...If I am as you say, who cares? A rose is a rose is a rose...that's me. Oh, and one other thing...I don't have to accept anything...I will express my free will opinion just as you express yours so accept that.
If something is too vulgar too you than you are prude. You are only not prude if you accept everything there is, you dont have to like it, but accept it.
I like this series and really enjoy the story. Woofie...that Demon clan is gonna give Rias-chan and her little corps a run for their demonic yen. Looking forward to it.
@ Ossi...I have seen my share of porn and hentai and whatever, so to call me a prude is laughable as I can curse and swear and do a few "other things" just as much as the next know-it-all.
Me as prude? Please...If I am as you say, who cares? A rose is a rose is a rose...that's me. Oh, and one other thing...I don't have to accept anything...I will express my free will opinion just as you express yours so accept that.
Episode eight was much better than the previous episode. It looks like the plot thickens as people's suspicious about Rias having a fiancee (or marriage plot angle) proved true. So Rias thought that if she lost her virginity that Raiser (or Phoenix?) would no longer deem her fit to marry. Issei was about to land the biggest score of his entire life but he wasn't quick enough on the draw. Besides it was a little to early for him to "cash in" so to speak anyways; he would have just been taking advantage of Rias in a desperate situation. Not to mention he was struggling with an Asia bathing dilemma a minute before in the previous scene lol. It was amusing that Asia didn't understand Japanese culture and how the bathhouse isn't usually a coed thing.
Raiser immediately left a bad taste in my mouth when he was all up in Rias' personal space and playing with her hair. You could tell the guy couldn't careless that he was being all kinds of disrespectful. She's freaking Rias Gremory and shouldn't be treated like some kind of plaything. But just like Issei I had to respect the fact that he built one hell of a harem of female servants. Now it looks like the gang is going to be training for the rating game. After one of Raiser's servants made quick work of Issei (though he seemed hesitant to hit a girl) he's going to need to power up so to speak. Other than that there was a ton of service this episode and my eyes were glued to the screen
The Red Hot Rias keeps sky-rocketing up my favorite anime girl rankings for 2012. Asia, Akeno, and even Kuroneko are all trending up as well.
Raiser immediately left a bad taste in my mouth when he was all up in Rias' personal space and playing with her hair. You could tell the guy couldn't careless that he was being all kinds of disrespectful. She's freaking Rias Gremory and shouldn't be treated like some kind of plaything. But just like Issei I had to respect the fact that he built one hell of a harem of female servants. Now it looks like the gang is going to be training for the rating game. After one of Raiser's servants made quick work of Issei (though he seemed hesitant to hit a girl) he's going to need to power up so to speak. Other than that there was a ton of service this episode and my eyes were glued to the screen
Pretty much I think it explains as to why she wanted to have Issei in her group to begin with even more now. I mean she wanted him not only for his Sacred Gaer he holds but also she just wanted to have her first time with him. Although it does explain as to why she was lost in thought during the last episode even more with this one.
Also, the best moemnt was when Issei had his dreams dashed as to him obtaining his own personal harem. Although if you ask me he kind fo already has a harem, but he's not the one leading them.
Also, the best moemnt was when Issei had his dreams dashed as to him obtaining his own personal harem. Although if you ask me he kind fo already has a harem, but he's not the one leading them.
A fine character indeed. A beauty yes, who oozes sex appeal but smart and sharp and no bimbo push-over. One of the reasons I like this series is because of her and her wits. In fact, none of the girls are depicted as bimbos. Not even the ones who showed up in the latest episode who happen to be part of the ugly so-called fiance's harem. Glad for it.
QUOTE (ImTakes @ Feb 27 2012, 03:07 PM)
A fine character indeed. A beauty yes, who oozes sex appeal but smart and sharp and no bimbo push-over. One of the reasons I like this series is because of her and her wits. In fact, none of the girls are depicted as bimbos.
You hit the nail on the head why I like her character as well. Usually in an anime that could go the harem route you get a lot of so called bimbos as you so kindly put it lol. But like you said she has this presence about her where she kinda owns the screen and she is not to be taken lightly. Plus I think Issei is a great match for a male lead. Although he has his perverted tendencies (like most males do) he is a pretty stand-up guy who values his friendships over anything else. You've got to respect a character like that. It's funny looking back I had no expectations at all for this show but the characters make it a fun weekly watch.
A fine character indeed. A beauty yes, who oozes sex appeal but smart and sharp and no bimbo push-over. One of the reasons I like this series is because of her and her wits. In fact, none of the girls are depicted as bimbos.
You hit the nail on the head why I like her character as well. Usually in an anime that could go the harem route you get a lot of so called bimbos as you so kindly put it lol. But like you said she has this presence about her where she kinda owns the screen and she is not to be taken lightly. Plus I think Issei is a great match for a male lead. Although he has his perverted tendencies (like most males do) he is a pretty stand-up guy who values his friendships over anything else. You've got to respect a character like that. It's funny looking back I had no expectations at all for this show but the characters make it a fun weekly watch.
QUOTE (senpai-kun @ Feb 27 2012, 12:24 PM) I think Issei is a great match for a male lead. Although he has his perverted tendencies (like most males do) he is a pretty stand-up guy who values his friendships over anything else. You've got to respect a character like that. It's funny looking back I had no expectations at all for this show but the characters make it a fun weekly watch.
Yep, he is. He has turned out to be an appealing character for me. Yes, I am well aware of his ecchi tendencies but he is also depicted as struggling with those same tendencies when dealing with the little women he has come to care about. The fact that he strives to respect them even when they might "toss" themselves at him is just refreshing...remember when Asia was gonna "show him some flesh?" He resisted and tried instead, to protect her. Or when that uncouth so-called priest was going to violate her as a way to punish her? Sure, he could have given into his perverted ways as he could have just watched but instead, he did everything he could to make sure nothing like what was intended happened to her...
I am sure Rias-chan sees the goodness in him. Sees what you already have said, Witty-san...
"He is a pretty standup guy."
Issei-kun not only values friendships but women, in the truest sense. Remains a fun series with a good story.
Yep, he is. He has turned out to be an appealing character for me. Yes, I am well aware of his ecchi tendencies but he is also depicted as struggling with those same tendencies when dealing with the little women he has come to care about. The fact that he strives to respect them even when they might "toss" themselves at him is just refreshing...remember when Asia was gonna "show him some flesh?" He resisted and tried instead, to protect her. Or when that uncouth so-called priest was going to violate her as a way to punish her? Sure, he could have given into his perverted ways as he could have just watched but instead, he did everything he could to make sure nothing like what was intended happened to her...
I am sure Rias-chan sees the goodness in him. Sees what you already have said, Witty-san...
"He is a pretty standup guy."
Issei-kun not only values friendships but women, in the truest sense. Remains a fun series with a good story.
So episode 9 shows Rias getting more interested in Issei. It was to be expected i guess. The training itself felt a bit simplistic. We only got to see Issei getting clobbered with how weak he really is. The bit of Asia showing that she is strong at magic was nice compared to that. Still i hoped to see more of the powers of the others.
Well if you noticed Issei's ability to concentrate it pretty much shows that ecchi powers can be used for a cuase in his case. Oddly enough, I have to say he seems to be mastering his X-Ray ability around the ladies.
What was even better was how Issei even tried to attempt to concentrate on seeing the ladies bath on the other side of the wall as well.
Still I was supprised as to how Rias even asked if he wanted to join them bathing. I knew that Asia would agree to it since she does like him and all, but I was supprised that the vice president also agreed to it, but I knew Koneko would outright shoot that idea down.
What was even better was how Issei even tried to attempt to concentrate on seeing the ladies bath on the other side of the wall as well.
Still I was supprised as to how Rias even asked if he wanted to join them bathing. I knew that Asia would agree to it since she does like him and all, but I was supprised that the vice president also agreed to it, but I knew Koneko would outright shoot that idea down.
So with episode 10 we pretty much see Issei in action for once. Well not only that but Koneko's fight was lovely to see as well.
To think that he even named his attack Dress Breaker. Although I have to say that all that time spending with Asia did pay off afterall. Not only that but that means he didn't need that slime as a pet to begin with now, but I kind of wonder if he'll get one if they do another season here.
To think that he even named his attack Dress Breaker. Although I have to say that all that time spending with Asia did pay off afterall. Not only that but that means he didn't need that slime as a pet to begin with now, but I kind of wonder if he'll get one if they do another season here.
QUOTE (Kid-Wolf @ Mar 03 2012, 06:19 AM) Well if you noticed Issei's ability to concentrate it pretty much shows that ecchi powers can be used for a cause in his case.
Ecchi powers really are to be acknowledged in this day and age...I mean, gee, if I had such abilities it would be just...well, I ain't sayin
but to see my ero~lolo, Issei-kun, using those powers at full force really is beyond way cool.
I hope he will use them in an honorable way though and not keep trying to take panty or boobie shots with them...instead, let him fry the opposition with said ecchi powers and send them to where the sun ain't gonna shine for a long time to come.
Ecchi powers really are to be acknowledged in this day and age...I mean, gee, if I had such abilities it would be just...well, I ain't sayin
Well with episode 11 pretty much Issei managed to unlock his Boosted Gear's Second form. My guess it's because he now has two out of the eight pieces active in him as of now. Although from the way things turned out it was enough to take out most of the field of Raiser's pieces but not enough for him to take on Raiser himself though.
Still for him to fight to his enevatable demise seemed like what he would do to make his master Rias happy by talking Raiser down with him in the process. Although I guess Rias has another say in the matter because I think she does have feelings more then out of respect for Issei here.
Also, for him to have the ability to borrow other powers from other Sacred Gears in it's second form does seem like a useful thing for him to have though.
Still for him to fight to his enevatable demise seemed like what he would do to make his master Rias happy by talking Raiser down with him in the process. Although I guess Rias has another say in the matter because I think she does have feelings more then out of respect for Issei here.
Also, for him to have the ability to borrow other powers from other Sacred Gears in it's second form does seem like a useful thing for him to have though.
