Anime/Manga Kekkai Sensen [LAST EPISODE AIR DATE OCTOBER 3]

[Kenchiin]

#7

At least this time he's not kidnapped, nor in ends up in the hospital lol!

Spoiler:

So White is actually Blank. I'm hitting my head hard to remember who also was a member of the Thirteen Kings mentioned previously D:

 

[derozio]

I love this anime. I abso-fucking-lutely love it.

It is just so damn stylish. I've become a huge fan of Rie Matsumoto now. Was putting off Kyousougiga for a while now but after this, it definitely is up there in my to-watch list. She has directed that show too, after all. Anyway, leaving that aside for now -

For viewers looking for reasons to pick this up -

1) A very original setting.
2) A main character who isn't overpowered or a total pussy. Neither of the extremes.
3) Lovable characters.
4) Super-stylish presentation.
5) Each goddamn frame is brimming with life at all times. There are a lot of "blink and you miss it" moments in there. And not in the crappy kind found in series like Bakemonogatari. This actually has a lot more going on in any scene than you'd think - they just cram in a lot of details in a limited amount of time and space. Which is definitely good in my book. Again, this has to do with Rie Matsumoto's chaotically delicious direction more than anything else, I suppose.
6) That soundtrack. Dayum. I wanna get the OST as soon as possible.
7) Animation is more or less spot on. Characters art is almost always on-model. And off-model art is utilized very well (see Zapp's attack in the first episode).
8) The openings and endings are very well done. The ending is one of best EDs I've seen, actually. Very playful and jolly and fun. <3
9) The episodic nature of the series actually adds to the entertainment value of the entire package and works pretty well.
10) And, despite what you'd think initially, there is something going on behind the scenes.

There, I just gave you 10 reasons for watching this stylish piece of awesomeness. Now get to watching it.

Episode 7 -

I was wondering when that cool looking motherfucker we see in the opening among flames with the spiky hair and red eyes would make an appearance for a looooooong time. I had been looking forward to his appearance and was kinda getting tired of waiting and was like, "it has been 7 episodes already, just fucking show up already!" (this is if you disregard his two seconds of appearance in the first episode and the OP/ED). Glad that episode 7 changed things.

Spoiler:

Black is actually the cool dude. Really, really looking forward to how things change now. Excited to see more of him.

ALSO THAT SCENE OF WHITE DROOLING AT THE END WAS ADORABLE!!!

btw...this may sound stupid but I just wanna confirm one thing? His sister is alive, right? Our MC's, I mean. She's just outside of Herusalem's Lot separated from her brother where they can't see each other, yeah? She's not dead, right? I mean, I just wanna confirm it. :p

 

[Kenchiin]

btw...this may sound stupid but I just wanna confirm one thing? His sister is alive, right? Our MC's, I mean. She's just outside of Herusalem's Lot separated from her brother where they can't see each other, yeah? She's not dead, right? I mean, I just wanna confirm it. :p

(Just a theory, not really spoilerish, but I don't want anyone who didn't watch up to episode 7 to see something unnecessary)

Spoiler:

We haven't got any confirmation yet. It's foreshadowed by the first episode and how he speaks of her later that she's actually alive.

If we go back to episode 1, my guess is that she's alive, but she got blind. Reason why Leonardo-kun got his eyes.

Hopefully we will know soon enough.

 

[Kenchiin]

#8

Wow.

Spoiler:

Plot is going crazy lately. Zapp's master is kinda weird, I didn't really get what kind of creature he is.

We have a confirmation now that Blank and Black are different personalities sharing the same body. The flashback shown foreshadows the idea that whatever affected what used to be New York back during the explosion was related to them. or am I the only one who thinks this?

Anyhow, let's wait for the second part to see where this goes.

On topic: I didn't know, but it's been a while (2011!!!) since Dark Horse Comics licensed the manga :O. So far there are 7 out of 10 tankobon translated. If we're lucky the rest will be translated faster now the anime is airing.

 

[Ullion]

#8

Spoiler:

Plot is going crazy lately. Zapp's master is kinda weird, I didn't really get what kind of creature he is.

We have a confirmation now that Blank and Black are different personalities sharing the same body. The flashback shown foreshadows the idea that whatever affected what used to be New York back during the explosion was related to them. or am I the only one who thinks this?

Anyhow, let's wait for the second part to see where this goes.

#8

Spoiler:

I think it may be possible to think that whatever happened in that flashback happened as New York exploded (or whatever) - same could be said for the flashback when we saw Leo obtain the eyes. Both flashbacks had the same feel/atmosphere to them, and I think it may represent the transition period between New York -> Hell's Lot? (Whatever it was called)

 

[Kenchiin]

#8

Spoiler:

I think it may be possible to think that whatever happened in that flashback happened as New York exploded (or whatever) - same could be said for the flashback when we saw Leo obtain the eyes. Both flashbacks had the same feel/atmosphere to them, and I think it may represent the transition period between New York -> Hell's Lot? (Whatever it was called)

Omg

Spoiler:

I completely forgot about that. You have a GOOD point there. What the <hell> happened in New York? Gods from heaven went down like mad giving powers to everyone or what.

Or maybe they came from hell...

I love this show. I'm so gonna get those Tankobon.

 

[Chikara]

I'm just now getting to catch up on this ;_;
Just finished episode 7 and omg, Enter King of Depravity. Finally <3

Spoiler: Episode 7 spoilers

I kind of had a feeling it was Black, but I didn't assume anything. They looks pretty similar, I honestly thought it might be another one of their siblings, but I guess not!

I have a feeling that the whole "what the hell happened in New York" will never be explained fully. Unless it has something to do with The King of Depravity, who knows! Maybe that will be what the end of this season will be- or maybe even the movie(I remember SOMEONE telling me there's going to be a movie...)

 

[Kenchiin]

#9

Woah.

Spoiler:

So both couple of siblings went through a similar thing. Yet, the way they reacted is quiet different... Poor Leo.
Anyhow, I don't think White will be able to betray Leo, or maybe I hope she doesn't :(

Leo-kun, gambare ;___;

 

[Winter]

Spoiler:

Things are moving very fiercely o;

I predict an ending where Libra seals the Blood Breed within Black with the help of White.

 

[TwilightBlade]

I really like this series. Derozio already numbered off plenty of reasons why more folks should be watching this. It's very "blink or you'll miss it" with its flashiness and chaotic flow of story. I like the world created where it's anything goes--consisting of humans, superhumans, paranormal creatures, aliens, demons, and vampires. I'm devastated that this will only run for 12 episodes. There's so much potential with the fighting/blood-based techniques and their masters, the dozen demon kings, the beings that granted Leo his eyes and Blank his alter ego. I'm glad the story does not focus on capturing vampires too much (i.e. monster of the week) because that gets old fast. I can appreciate the episodes that build characters and highlight Libra's other efforts (Klaus in the chess episode and boxing match episode and also Zapp recently). I love the inclusion of the anime-original characters Black and White serving as a foil to Leonardo and Michela.

Oh but the crazy pink hair girl, Aligura, would have to be my favorite. B)

 

[Kenchiin]

. I love the inclusion of the anime-original characters Black and White serving as a foil to Leonardo and Michela.

Wait, what. Anime original? Have you read the manga? WHERE WERE YOU THE WHOLE TIME WE WERE ASKING ABOUT THIS!???

;___;

Tell us more, is it worth it?

 

[Chikara]

Okay, oh my god.

10;

Spoiler:

I thought that White wouldn't be able to betray Leo, but I'm seriously wondering if I was wrong in thinking that. I started to get nervous when Zed turned around before leaving and said "See you tomorrow". That's ALWAYS a bad sign.Then Black showed up and ;_; I guess I thought that whole thing would show up in the next episode, not this one D:

Still hoping she has something up her sleeve. Hopefully that doesn't consist of sacrificing herself to save her brother. It feels all too possible, since she has a weak heart and is always hospitalized all...

This show is seriously so good. Also, looks like next week will be a recap episode. That's weird, they usually don't do that for 12 episode shows.

 

[Ullion]

Gdi, I was gunna say. Why recap for a season thats under 20-something episodes? ;_;

Also, I got surprised a little with the timing of it.. sort of. I originally thought it would have been this episode, but 90% of it was goofing around (so I assumed it would be saved for the episode after). Suddenly White shows up and I'm just like "Welp"

 

[Kenchiin]

I hope they use next episode like a 10.5 or something, instead of being an actual episode... or I will get mad... And nobody wants a Mad Ken-chan.

 

[Chikara]

Maybe they'll be good to us and do what Kill la Kill did for their recap. 2 minutes of recap(or whatever it was), then EPISODE.

 

[Kenchiin]

It was considered episode 10.5, which I don't mind, but NOW I CAN'T WAIT I NEED EPISODE 11 BONES WHY YOU DO THIS.

 

[Raven Valt]

Nice 9 episode recap, just what i want from an anime with 12 episodes in the season, I suppose so much random garbage happens they have to remind me you of the actual plot.

 

[Kenchiin]

#11

Brilliant. The Shakespeare references played well.
I almost cried at the end. I don't know if my body is ready for the ending.

 

[Winter]

I wonder if any theatre would've let the Macbeths in. XD

 

[derozio]

Looks like Kekkai Sensen is a bigger hit than many of us imagined it would be. For reference, Kill la Kill, a pretty popular title, sold close to 9K per volume.

Blu-ray
*1. 12,171 12,171 Kekkai Sensen Vol.1
*2. *5,796 *5,796 Soukyuu no Fafner: Dead Aggressor - Exodus Vol.4
*3. *5,683 *5,683 Hibike! Euphonium Vol.1
*4. *3,862 *3,862 Haiyore! Nyaruko-san F Limited Edition
*5. *2,597 *2,597 Yowamushi Pedal: Grande Road Vol.6
*6. *2,260 *2,260 Binan Koukou Chikyuu Bouei-bu LOVE! Vol.4
*7. *1,059 *1,059 Rolling Girls Vol.4
*8. **,923 **,923 Death Parade Blu-ray BOX Limited Edition
*9. **,828 **,828 Yes! Precure 5 GoGo! Movie: Okashi no Kuni no Happy Birthday♪
10. **,824 **,824 Yes! Precure 5 Movie: Kagami no Kuni no Miracle Daibouken!
11. **,764 **,764 Fresh Precure! Movie: Omocha no Kuni wa Himitsu ga Ippai!?
12. **,592 **,592 Re-Kan! Vol.0
13. **,568 **,568 Tantei Kageki Milky Holmes TD Vol.4
14. **,453 **,453 Danna ga Nani wo Itteiru ka Wakaranai Ken Vol.2
15. **,409 *8,968 Uchuu Senkan Yamato 2199: Hoshimeguru Hakobune Regular Edition
16. **,372 62,067 Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin Vol.1
(cut-off 372)

DVD
*1. 4,784 *4,784 Kekkai Sensen Vol.1
*2. 3,922 *3,922 Binan Koukou Chikyuu Bouei-bu LOVE! Vol.4
*3. 3,001 *3,001 Diamond no Ace Vol.11
*4. 2,342 *2,342 Yowamushi Pedal: Grande Road Vol.6
*5. *,872 **,872 Hibike! Euphonium Vol.1
*6. *,793 **,793 Soukyuu no Fafner: Dead Aggressor - Exodus Vol.4
*7. *,714 80,482 Stand By Me Doraemon Limited Edition
*8. *,556 *9,482 Uchuu Senkan Yamato 2199: Hoshimeguru Hakobune Regular Edition
*9. *,507 11,437 Kuroko no Basket 3rd Season Vol.2
10. *,454 34,875 Tonari no Totoro
11. *,335 23,367 Omoide no Marnie
12. *,317 19,754 Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin Vol.1
13. *,276 *2,903 Aikatsu! Movie Deluxe Edition
14. *,254 **,254 Kurumiwari Ningyou
15. *,248 **,248 Re-Kan! Vol.0
16. *,243 **,243 Sengoku Musou Vol.4 Limited Edition
17. *,241 18,188 Youkai Watch DVD-BOX 2
18. *,236 17,774 Majo no Takkyuubin
19. *,166 **,166 Yu-Gi-Oh! Arc-V Vol.12
20. *,164 *1,576 Aikatsu! Movie Regular Edition
(cut-off 164)

sauce

That's just kick-ass. While not quite up there among the heavyweights like Attack on Titan, Kuroko's Basket, Free! or Madoka, it is still an amazing number right there. Only plain otakubait like Infinite Stratos and Idol series manage to sell that high apart from super mainstream stuff. :p A great achievement, I say.

And this anime totally deserves it. A crazy mix of stylish action, comedy and so much craziness. I love it to bits. <3

And @ep #11 - did that really happen at the end? ;_______;