Dagger

[IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18302&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Peace Maker Kurogane [b]Title:[/b] Susumu [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18301&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Peace Maker Kurogane [b]Title:[/b] Okita [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18227&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Peace Maker Kurogane [b]Title:[/b] Young Okita [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18229&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Peace Maker Kurogane [b]Title:[/b] Suzu [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18228&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Peace Maker Kurogane [b]Title:[/b] Tatsu

Welcome to OtakuBoards, Kaminikiro. ^_^ *coughs delicately* You just quadruple-posted in the "parents" topic, and I did [i]not[/i] enjoy scampering to delete every single one of those replies. Before creating another thread, please read OB's [URL=http://www.otakuboards.com/rules.php?][u]rules[/u][/URL]; we absolutely forbid consecutive replies and place a very strong emphasis on coherency. Because of that, you must avoid over-using AIM acronyms and abbreviations. Here's what your post should have looked like (and even then, I'd have needed to close this thread): "Hi, everybody. What's your favorite anime? I'm not sure what mine is. I think it might be Shaman King or Naruto. I've only read the Naruto manga, but it is pretty cool." Not exactly the Great American Novel, but at least its meaning is fairly clear. We do tend to be very strict about favorites topics, mainly because they attract incredible amounts of spam. Unless members explain why they like a certain series, movie or OVA, there's no point in allowing these kinds of discussions (or lack thereof) to continue taking place. I hope we understand each other. ^_^ Feel free to PM me or one of the other moderators with any questions and concerns. Thread closed. ~Dagger~

[quote name='Semjaza Azazel']However, I'm also under the impression that The Harlqeuin has to judge the spars at the end, right? I'm sure he doesn't want to have to read a 12 page biography when all that even matters in the thread is what people actually do in the battle.[/quote] I don't know the exact details of The Harlequin's policy, but I think he's mentioned that any completely over-the-top bios will count against the sparrer who wrote them. If something really was that long.... well, I doubt that many of us would hold it against him if he didn't read it. ^_^; ~Dagger~

[QUOTE=G/S/B Master]Have you read that monstrocity? It was litterally his whole childhood dammit. I had enough time to read it all so :P. We should delete the Battle Arena and pretend it wasn't around. Why? New people aren't reading the rules and we're having godzilla vs king kong battles that ends up with godzila destroying the universe -__-. Or we could ban everyone from the battle arena from posting, and James could authorize centain people to post in the battle arena. So this event won't happen.[/QUOTE] Oh, for heaven's sake.... there's no need to be so melodramatic. I'd much rather read a long, coherently written bio than some of the two-sentence crap one occasionally finds lying around the Arena. I only have a problem with the arrogance which often accompanies lengthy bios.... but that kind of thing won't be remedied by acting all defensive and hostile about it. When I see someone posting a twelve-page bio and claiming that our sparrers suck, I usually challenge him/her via PM, or at least try to explain why some OBers may be wary of sifting through so much information. Wondershot is absolutely right: people who respond to new members by playing mod--because that's what whining about an elaborate bio [i]is[/i]--should [i]not[/i] be let off lightly. No matter how annoying the newcomer's attitude may be, those who tell him not to write so much have been here longer and ought to know better. It takes greater skill to develop your character over the course of a fight than in a pre-written bio. But if someone feels like writing elaborate descriptions of his character's mindset, clothing, etc., whatever. I don't think that mod intervention is really necessary unless said member is also an insufferable, uncompromising prig. ~Dagger~

Three are four basic ways to watch and/or acquire anime. Because my post covers all of them in detail, I don't think this topic can lead to further discussion. Next time, think a bit more carefully about whether your question is capable of sustaining its own thread. 1) Most fans become familiar with the genre through television. ADV Films recently created The Anime Network (which is only available in certain areas, and even then can be difficult to acquire). Although TAN obviously features a wealth of popular, well-made shows, it's just not something that a lot of people can find or afford. If you're lucky enough to have digital cable [i]and[/i] live in the right region, then TAN may be a viable option. Tech TV airs some anime--most notably Last Exile, one of GONZO's best series--as does the Sci-Fi Channel, Showtime and even MTV2. So it's possible to see other shows and movies on TV, but it takes a bit of work to hunt them down. 2) You can probably find some decent films or box sets at your local Blockbuster. Netflix (an online DVD rental service) also features a decent supply of anime. Renting is somewhat cheaper than buying, but the selection generally won't be quite so broad. 3) I purchase a lot of anime on DVD. People tend to complain about the supposedly exorbitant prices, but you have to bear in mind that anime costs much, [i]much[/i] more in Japan. Best Buy is a great place to find cheap box sets, while Borders and Suncoast usually have the highest prices. If you live near any specialty shops, they might offer some interesting deals. 4) Last but not least, there's always fansubs. I can't elaborate on that subject here, so PM me if you have any interest in learning how to get some. ~Dagger~

[IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18211&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Gravitation [b]Title:[/b] Yuki [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18210&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Gravitation [b]Title:[/b] Yuki [IMG]http://home.ripway.com/2003-9/24633/yuki.jpg[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Gravitation [b]Title:[/b] Yuki [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18209&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Gravitation [b]Title:[/b] Shuuichi [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18208&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Gravitation [b]Title:[/b] Shuuichi [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18207&stc=1[/IMG] [b]Category:[/b] Gravitation [b]Title:[/b] Shuuichi

The same thing is happening to me, and I have the latest version of IE. Although I can't contribute any other information, I thought I should mention that Explorer users might also be experiencing this issue. ~Dagger~

o_O ......Wow.......... Paranoia Agent is [i]incredibly[/i] ****** up, but I guess that's what makes it so appealing. Some aspects of this show have a certain realism that you just won't find in most other anime--you already referred to the cell phone segment, which I thought was extraordinarily well done. When the girl (ugh, I'm so bad with names) falls, she actually scrapes her knee, and when she begins to cry, her nose turns red. I guess I really appreciate small details like those and the ones you mentioned. ^_^ The character designs obviously aren't going to have anybody swooning, but they do make the show seem more down-to-earth. They're unusual in the sense that they use mobile, highly expressive mouths to indicate the small emotional shifts that take place during a conversation (whereas the majority of series rely more on eyes and eyebrows). In any case, I was almost impressed by the frog-faced guy's sheer hideousness. Some of the people seen in episode 1 look vaguely similar to characters from PLANETES, which made me wonder whether the same artist might have worked on both series. I agree about Paranoia Agent's animation: Madhouse's rich shading and general awesomeness are also in evidence here. Although I have no clue whatsoever where the show is heading, I look forward to seeing more. Great recommendation, Godel. ^_^ ~Dagger~

Well.... yes, the earth is not going to last forever. Neither is the sun, or any number of other celestial bodies. Right now I think we're more concerned about the plants and animals (including ourselves) which populate the world's ecosystems. Most people just can't agree on what it means to "try our best." The other day I spoke to a man whose house is powered mainly by solar panels. He rides a bike nearly everywhere he goes. I usually turn the lights off when I leave a room, and I may walk from school to Best Buy without attempting to catch the bus, but if I [i]can[/i] do more, should I? If it's feasible for my family to use solar energy, should we? Some folks will always think that certain measures are unreasonable, or at least incompatible with their way of life. Selfish though it sounds, I can't imagine doing everything within my power to help the environment.... because that would be extraordinarily inconvenient. :/ ~Dagger~

[quote name='dposse']They both have spikey hair! Yu-gi-oh is famous for Yugi having spikey hair!![/quote] Due to my lack of experience with these shows, I will refrain from commenting on any other potential similarities. However, this is a pretty absurd assertion. The majority of popular shounen anime feature spikey-haired heroes. Yusuke, Goku, Hiei, Yugi, Vash the Stampede, Ginji, Ban,Tetsu and any number of other characters are "famous" for their unruly coiffures. If anyone exemplifies that type of person, it's Goku or Vash, not Yugi. ~Dagger~

Lovely work, Dan. ^_^ I agree with Hatake; the muted color scheme is a nice touch. You've done a great job with Tetsu's hair, too--it looks really sharp and clean, particularly the strands coming down across his face. The text is nicely placed, and the font you chose seems to fit in pretty well. I would try adding something to Tetsu's eyes... even if it's just a subdued hue of hazel, it might help balance out the other bits of color in the image. ~Dagger~

Here's a banner I made for Beck (JazzLady22), featuring Okita Souji from the anime series Peace Maker Kurogane. I desparately wanted to add some text, but couldn't think of anything particularly clever or meaningful. Suggestions are welcome. ^_^ [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18192&stc=1[/IMG] I really hate what I did with the border, so I think I'm going to replace it once I get some much-needed sleep. Bleh. >_< ~Dagger~

Jisuseru, there was no need to include that quote (which was incidentally about ten times longer than your own reply), as your comments pertain directly to the subject of this thread. So I've taken the liberty of removing it. Anyway, welcome to OtakuBoards. ^_^ Please pay attention to your post quality; for example, I had a hard time realizing that you meant to say "copying," not "coping." While my slowness may be due in part to lack of sleep, you should still strive to make your writing clear and easy to comprehend. ~Dagger~

[quote name='EdMaN']has anyone else notice that this thread is 69 pages long?[/quote] Nice observation, EdMaN.... ^_^; Unfortunately, your post is completely off-topic--which explains why I deleted it. Before writing another reply, please take the time to read OB's rules (located [URL=http://www.otakuboards.com/rules.php?][u]here[/u][/URL]). Pay particular attention to the section that deals with spam. If you have any questions, feel free to PM me or one of the other moderators... we're here to help you out. ^_^ ~Dagger~

You shouldn't apologize for writing long posts! This thread is my [i]precious[/i] (as Gollum would say) and it warms my heart to see it thrive. Besides, your replies are consistently interesting and educational. *sparkles* Now, I have a slightly different sort of question. Is episode 23 the first time we find out that [spoiler]Akesato is a foreigner? I didn't even consider that tidbit a revelation until other fans started treating it as such. For some reason, I feel as though either she or Susumu alluded to it earlier in the show (much, much earlier--perhaps shortly after they first met). I would assume that Akesato is from a nearby Asian country, although her hair color seems to hint at her being European. Perhaps I'm wrong, but I have trouble imagining what might drive a Western woman (at least during PMK's time period) to become a shinobi/geisha, especially one so skilled in both departments. Blonde hair may not mean much, seeing how as Tetsu and Shinpachi are redheads, and Suzu's hair is white. If Akesato is indeed supposed to be Asian, I'd like to know where she was born and where she grew up. She must not have any traces of an accent.[/spoiler] Maybe the manga reveals more about her past...? ~Dagger~

[quote name='Omar Harris'] People will say "Thundercats" is anime, even though it was merely animated in Japan, but, by that definition does that make G.I. Joe, which was also animated in Japan, an anime.[/quote] This is an excellent point, Omar. Few fans realize that a great deal of both American and Japanese animation is outsourced to other countries--primarily Korea, Taiwan and the Phillipines. India is also beginning to establish itself as a viable competitor. ~Dagger~

[quote name='Dr.Eggman']I am Doctor Eggman! I cannot get FoxBox on my tv, even though I am Doctor Eggman. I would like to know what's going on with Sonic X, becauce I am Doctor Eggman. If you tell me, I won't enslave you when I take over the world. Why am I going to take over the world? BECAUCE I AM DOCTOR EGGMAN![/quote] Hello there, Dr. Eggman. Much as I enjoy a nice afternoon of world domination, I must discourage you from letting off-topic comments leak into your posts. The reply quoted above contains only one two half-sentences which might be labelled relevant or sane. I hope you can see why I chose to delete this. If you have any questions or concerns, please PM me or one of the other moderators; reading the rules might also be a good idea. Thank you very much. ^_^ ~Dagger~

The purpose of this thread is mainly to discuss upcoming unlicensed series, although you should also feel free to talk about domestic DVDs. You're welcome to offer recommendations, speculation and all sorts of pre-emptive criticism..... reading over the "Live Action Evangelion" topic leads me to believe that people love forming rather extreme opinions about material which has yet to be created. ^_^;; I just finished downloading the trailers for Bakuretsu Tenshi, Kono Minikuku mo Utsukushii Sekai, Le Portrait de Petit Cossette and Midori no Hibi. Although I plan on seeing all of these series, I have a sinking suspicion that one or more of them may turn out to be a total train wreck. [b]Bakuretsu Tenshi[/b] looks very sharp, with gorgeous mecha and equally attractive girls. Nearly everything about it screams GONZO, which could be a good thing or a bad thing..... right now, I'm hoping that Bakuretsu will live up to the promise of its flashy animation. [b]Kono Mini[/b] is a Gainax romantic comedy/sci-fi drama--I really can't tell what category, if any, it belongs to--and appears to be quite fanservice-heavy. I wasn't surprised to see this, especially considering that its character designs are so similar to those of Mahoromatic, but something about the preview made me extremely leery. :/ I'm most excited about [b]Le Portrait de Petit Cossette[/b]. It has smooth, eerie animation (which no doubt owes a great deal to the fact that it's an OVA), lovely music, and what appears to be some truly excellent voice acting. Serious, creepy shows are my bread and butter, so I can't wait to watch this. [b]Midori no Hibi[/b] seems genuinely weird. As far as I can tell, it's a comedy about a Kyo-esque boy with a pretty, diminuitive girl....um..... [i]attached[/i] to one of his hands. o_O The corresponding manga is apparently rather amusing, although I haven't had the chance to read it for myself. ~Dagger~

My fellow Gravi fans, I have thrilling news. ^_^ The Right Stuf has not only finished dubbing the series, but has also set a release date for volume 1 (finally!). The first DVD will come out on June 29 of this year, which isn't all that far away.... I can't even begin to describe my excitement. [IMG]http://www.otakuboards.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18694&stc=1[/IMG] That's an image of the optional artbox. Needless to say, I'm extremely pleased with its high quality and lovely design; I know I won't mind forking over a few extra dollars in order to have it sitting prettily on my shelf. The pictures which they choose really capture the spirit of the show. Gravitation Vol. #1, "Fateful First Encounter," will contain episodes 1-3. It's going to be accompanied by a veritable host of extras: a reversible cover, the U.S. trailer, liner notes, an art gallery, Bad Luck profiles, Right Stuf previews and other items yet to be announced. It seems as though TRS is putting a lot of effort into this series--an admirable and daring move. I'm quite happy about how they're handling its release. ~Dagger~

Thank you for that wonderfully well-thought-out rebuttal, r2vq. In all honesty, I would not have expected PMK's plotline to yield this kind of debate. I think it's actually amazing that such a seemingly straightforward anime could possess these hidden depths. Unlike some series, Peace Maker Kurogane doesn't make a point of being mysterious and complex--it just [i]has[/i] certain ambiguities, and the viewer can decide whether or not he wants to explore them. I've noticed that the show has attracted a wide range of admirers as well as detractors. Many people criticize it for being largely composed of filler (which I think is a pretty ridiculous assertion); others watch it only for its violence or humor. The fact is, one can approach PMK from many angles, and various fans may experience it differently. But before I ramble on, here's a quick summary of what I learned about Ryoma. Because I don't know very much about this period of Japanese history, I found it quite enlightening. :whoops: Ryoma began as something of a political fanatic, one who was unconditionally opposed to any contact with foreigners. His fencing academy emphasized the idea of national purity, so it makes sense that Ryoma would advocate keeping Japan's borders closed. Eager to help defend against the barbarian peril, he set out to assassinate alleged traitors. Katsu Rintaro, the bakufu's naval specialist, was one of his first targets. Katsu wanted Japan to embrace outside influences and believed that doing this was necessary for the nation's continued independence. Unlike Ryoma, he had visited the United States and thus knew exactly how powerful the American military truly was. When Ryoma came to execute him, he stayed calm, explaining his main reason for supporting openness: Japan could not resist the foreigners unless it was capable of emulating their strength. Ryoma became an instant convert to Katsu's ideology. He later assisted in establishing diplomatic relationships between the Choshu, Tosa and Satsuma clans, all of whom wished to challenge the bakufu. His political writings also had a strong influence on the Charter Oath of the Meiji Restoration (which effectively ended Tokugawa rule). Yet Sakamoto [spoiler]died before the end of the bakufu. Guess who killed him? That's right.... members of the Shinsengumi.[/spoiler] ~Dagger~

Nice topic, NashvilleDream. ^_^ Hmm..... I would show him or her something that is (a) visually impressive, (b) fairly realistic-looking--no enormous eyes, as many people mistakenly think that they're integral to the genre, (c) neither overly simplistic nor overly confusing, and (d) completely different from what the media and young Yu-Gi-Oh fans might lead them to expect. While well-known shows (such as Yu Yu Hakusho and Dragonball Z) have their virtues, and one can hardly brush aside the poorly animated classics, seeing those anime will only confirm skeptics' suspicions. In my experience, non-fans take better to movies and OVAs than to television shows. Miyazaki films make a good starting point for parents and younger siblings; connoisseurs of violence or those with short attention spans may have difficulty sitting through them. Here's a brief list of the anime that my friends have seen and liked. Akira Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust Voices of a Distant Star Cowboy Bebop: The Movie Read or Die Samurai X: Trust and Betrayal Spirited Away If you want me to describe or synopsize any of these titles, I would be more than happy to oblige. ^_^ ~Dagger~

Interesting discussion we have here.... ^_~ Some members of the other forums I frequent have also suggested that [spoiler][i]Hijikata[/i] killed Tetsu's parents. While this isn't a complete impossibility--he looks similar to Yoshida, and reacts strangely when he hears the name "Ichimura" in episode 1, the scenario just doesn't make much sense. I can see how people would believe that, though... Hijikata's brutality (particularly in Yanamani's flashbacks and the part when he's interrogating the shopkeeper) makes such a plot twist difficult to totally rule out.[/spoiler] But historically speaking, it's quite a stretch. And it definitely isn't an issue in the Peace Maker Kurogane manga, which I've seen enough of to have encountered numerous spoilers. [spoiler]All the same, I find it fascinating to speculate about how the series would change if Hijikata revealed that he murdered the Ichimuras. Tetsu's insanity might end up rivalling Suzu's.[/spoiler] As I began performing research for my History of Asia term paper, I ran into some interesting Ryoma-related information (which I'll be sure to type up and post sometime later today). If GONZO ever makes a sequel, I suspect that his role will become much more significant and serious. Beck, I've downloaded the first Peace Maker Kurogane OST. *glances around guiltily* I'll try to see if it includes the song you showed an interest in. EDIT: o_O .....[spoiler]According those who are more familiar with the manga, Hijikata being the murderer of Tetsu's parents really isn't such a far-fetched idea. Now I need to read it for myself and see whether hints are being dropped in that direction.[/spoiler] EDIT #2: Wow, my convictions are seriously starting to waver. Here's something I saw at the LiveJournal PMK community. [quote=canislune][spoiler]I was a bit vague in my post, but what I meant is that I don't think that Yoshida was the killer at all. I think that he and the Choushuu were framed by someone who... 1) Fits the killer's physical profile 2) Recognized the name Ichimura when he first heard it and knew right away that Tetsu had joined the Shinsengumi in order to avenge his parents' murders. 3) Still has a heart and would take the younger son under his 'care' as a penance or form of absolution. in other words. Hijikata-san ._. That's the first thing I thought of (and ignored, IGNORED I tell you) when I marathoned through the first 15 episodes when I first watched the show (Spoilers Herein): - Hijikata seemed startled at the mention of the name "Ichimura" in episode one; - Yoshida and Hijikata have been described as very similar - this is observed by Tetsu in his conversation with Suzu; - Okita, being the "child of a demon" has the same eyes as Yoshida, and Hijikata himself; As for motivation? Hijikata (as well as the Shinsengumi), as a supporter of the shogunate government, may very well have had anti-foreign sentiments. And this could have been well before the shinsengumi were formed - 2 years? Entirely possible - the political stances of people are rarely altered suddenly, so Hijikata and other sympathizers of the government may have, well, believed in what they believed in, and exacted justice as they saw fit. If Daddy Ichimura was of the group of intellectuals (like Sakamoto now) that wanted to open Japan to the world, they may very well have been seen as enemies of the government's political interests and stances. ... Maybe. But man, I wish not. It just screws with Tetsu's brain too much. Also, when Yoshida calls Tetsu "tainted" at the shimabara, I thought he was referring to the fact that he's of the Shinsengumi. On the other hand, one might also consider that this was a time period in Japan described as one where 100 men may have 100 political stances and ideals, and none of them could really be thought of as "wrong" - Yoshida may have objected to Ichimura's methods as well as the Shinsengumi's, but it doesn't mean he actually killed him (since frankly, I've seen no motive for Yoshida to do so... which makes me suspicious. very suspicious.) [/spoiler][/quote] I'd love to hear your reactions. ~Dagger~

Oh.... my god. Watching that was [i]so[/i] emotionally rewarding. The shinobi have once again proven that they're ridiculously cool. Susumu finally managed to earn [spoiler]Akesato's[/spoiler] respect, which made the [spoiler]ending of their rivalry[/spoiler] seem almost poignant. Their fight scenes are consistently awe-inspiring, and this last one was certainly no exception. GONZO really has a talent for smoothly integrating CG backgrounds and effects. I also thought that [spoiler]Akesato's[/spoiler] hair was beautifully drawn--it makes her seem ghostly and ethereal, which suits her identity very well. I nearly ended up dancing around the room when I saw Hijikata [spoiler]treating our beloved Okita-san with such gentleness and care. Though I don't know much about Kondou, he's now one of my favorite people in the entire series. I wanted to thank him for allowing and encouraging Toshi to go see Souji. The fact that Hijikata carries Souji's medicine with him wherever he goes--even when they aren't together!--says quite a bit... at least in my opinion. ^_~[/spoiler] It was so cute how Tetsu pinched himself and then scrambled to get the tea-tray. I love that boy. Of course, there are many other reasons to admire him; his [spoiler]battle with Yoshida showed that he's definitely come into his own. I particularly liked the part when he dives through Yoshida's legs and then whirls around to attack him: it mirrors a sequence in the first episode when Tetsu tries to do the same thing with Okita (and is subsequently disarmed rather brutally). This demonstrates just how much he's improved over the course of the show.[/spoiler] Lol, the comedian trio is always a riot. [spoiler]I cracked up when Heisuke and Shinpachi began gibbering wordlessly at Sano, trying to explain their injuries.[/spoiler] Suzu and grown-up Tetsu are the main reasons I want there to be a second season (well, disregarding the fact that PMK just plain rocks). If Suzu does indeed go absolutely bonkers--and episode 23 certainly seems to point in that direction--I'd like to see just how crazy and evil he becomes. Speaking of Suzu, I think his voice actor did a [i]superb[/i] job in this episode. Anyone else agree? In answer to your second edit, Beck, [spoiler]Yoshida has probably just forgotten about killing Tetsu's parents. This is significant because it completely devastates the poor boy.... Yoshida has no recollection of how his actions traumautized him and forever changed his life. At the same time, he [i]might[/i] have been playing dumb in order to shock and paralyze the otherwise uninjured Tetsu. If not for Okita, Yoshida could have come out victorious.[/spoiler] EDIT: [spoiler]Wasn't Tetsu's father attacked because of his willingness to associate with/be influenced by foreigners?[/spoiler] ~Dagger~

[quote name='BeccaDG']Best case you've got letterbox with room for the titling below the picture....[/quote] That's actually one of my pet peeves, at least when it comes to anime DVDs. Although I appreciate it when fansubbers are careful not to mar the artwork of widescreen shows (Shingetsutan Tsukihime and Gunslinger Girl being two notable examples), most computer monitors have an aspect ratio of 4:3. Television sets, however, are an entirely different matter; my family owns a 16:9 TV, which means that series in letterbox format look like normal shows if watched on its screen. When subtitles show up in those black bars--as is the case with the Rurouni Kenshin OVAs--they become cut off and are rendered virtually unreadable. As you may imagine, this is extremely frustrating. Since more and more anime (occasionally even shows that originally aired in 4:3) are being released on widescreen DVDs, I think it's important to discourage putting subtitles anywhere other than at the bottom of the actual picture. Last Exile, Kino's Journey, and Cowboy Bebop: The Movie are all well-subtitled anime which just happen to be presented in 16:9. ~Dagger~

[quote name='Sir Sabrock X']I like the anime but i just have 10 episodes -_-[/quote] This, my good sir, is spam, and was therefore promptly deleted. Please put more thought and effort into your future replies--for example, why do you like Pilot Candidate? What do you think of the ten episodes you've seen thus far? If you have any questions about how to improve your post quality, you're welcome to PM me or one of the other moderators. Thank you very much. ^_^ ~Dagger~