No Game No Life (light novel)
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| One thing I totally forgot, is that this was the only way, I saw, that Madhouse could clear the world-setting part on the "lacking resources" topic. Also, this was the only time. Now, if you think about it, Steph is actually a royal. For even her to be lacking in goods such as sugar should say a lot to people. |
Takuan_Soho said: guyklc said: Hmm... this series was great with that chess match, but ever since then, it's been going downhill. Humm, in other words since last episode. The chess episode ended last week. Your "downhill" was less than one episode long (since they introduced the new antagonist this episode) If effect you're complaining that a transition episode was, well, transitioning. The chess match ended early last episode, so this is more like an episode and a half. Also, not much happened here, really. Pritorian said: So, abilities of warbeasts, situation with nobles, lack of knowledge sources and presence of higher being, characters development... nothing new? We already knew there were other races in this new world. Nobles and other officials have been preventing reforms as we've seen from the second episode or so. Higher being? The "God" was in the first episode. Character development? I didn't see it. Had the siblings lost against Steph and actually became decent human beings, I would have agreed with you. So far... nope, afraid not. |
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guyklc said: We already knew there were other races in this new world. Nobles and other officials have been preventing reforms as we've seen from the second episode or so. Higher being? The "God" was in the first episode. Character development? I didn't see it. Had the siblings lost against Steph and actually became decent human beings, I would have agreed with you. So far... nope, afraid not. The "higher being" they are talking about is the Old Deus (basically a fallen god that survived the war for supreme godhood) When did ANY noble, or official oppose their reforms? Or any reforms for that matter? And while there wasn't any character developement, this episode helped reinforce, or set the notion, that [ ] don't go and win games, rather they win the game, and appear on the scene to make it official. Also, a solid direction has been laid down for future episodes. |
Takuan_Soho said: guyklc said: The chess match ended early last episode, so this is more like an episode and a half. Also, not much happened here, really. Yeah, the last half of last episode had nothing, outside of their being declared King and Queen, a great speech, declaring war on 15 other races, and finding out the real reason the God brought them here. Absolutely nothing. None So Blind As Those Who Will Not See..... There, an idiom, bible reference, and Swift reference all in one. Did I say absolutely nothing happened? The only thing the last half of the previous episode that was unexpected was the sudden declaration of war. Otherwise, them becoming kings and "God's" plan were predictable and expected to happen. You're reading way too much into what I'm saying. |
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| Well the angel girl at the end looks like she might put up a good fight. Great episode!!! |
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| Did everybody miss Stephs' character development or something? yes? okay then :( http://puu.sh/8CSZL.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ZYVrraV.gif |
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| I love the soundtrack that plays in the first minute with the One True God Tet. |
Takuan_Soho said: It's jealousy alright and there's more to it than that.xxdeathx said: Steph is too cute and Shiro knows that, that's why she's taking her jealousy out on Steph haha. And she knows that Sora is falling in love with Steph as well, and is very afraid of it (and I would say it is fear more so than jealousy - she is thinking she will be left alone and of course both have an extreme mental hangup concerning that). The animation has depicted that very well, dropping some pretty sly hints that there is more going on in Sora's head than plain lust. Take note of what Steph initially offered as a bet to Sora in this episode. Then think of Sora's "favor" back in episode 2 and how she was bothered so much about it in the same episode. Now why didn't she want to call that favor off in a game and instead thought of making him a decent person as a bet. Shiro is right, Sora doesn't understand a woman's heart at all, hence his confusion to Shiro's behavior. |
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Takuan_Soho said: guyklc said: Did I say absolutely nothing happened? The only thing the last half of the previous episode that was unexpected was the sudden declaration of war. Otherwise, them becoming kings and "God's" plan were predictable and expected to happen. You're reading way too much into what I'm saying. LOL, if you don't want people to "read" you, then why do you post? And don't try to backtrack by saying there is a difference between "not much" and "none". Only middle school students play that game (it allows you to write off all the examples people give you without having to argue your position because you already conceded that "something" happened but can always claim "oh that wasn't 'much'). Please quote me when I said "nothing", because my previous posts said "not much". And really, descending into ad hominem already? Takuan_Soho said: Also it doesn't matter that it was "predictable", the sun always rises in the west, but something still happens when it does. Yes, we knew they were going to be Kings, but it still had to happen. Imagine if they skipped everything we "know" is going to happen. I mean we know they are going to beat the "angel", so why not skip that. We "know" that they will beat all the other races (because we know ultimately they will fight Tet), so why not skip that, we know that they are going to beat Tet at the end, so we don't even need to watch it. Story isn't about "what" happens, its about "how" things happen. The sun rises in the west? Well, that's new to me. Also, once again, you are blatantly exaggerating everything I've said. Please quote me when I said they should skip over the obvious. It is my claim that the pace since the chess match has been slow (but that might change). I stand by what I've said; you ARE reading too much into it. And if you can't tell the difference between reading my posts and reading too much into my posts, then I'm not going to bother. |
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| Though these episodes where nothing happens are inevitable, this was still good |
| Regarding the pace, I think it's fine the way it is. It's like we're trying to force the pace of an action/shounen anime into NGNL. W/c I don't think will end well. I'm one of the few people who actually think world/character building in a series is enjoyable so... As Takuan said it's not the goal that matters. It's the journey. It's the "how", not the "what". Abridged story exposition isn't always good for a series. |
| Another good episode, nice game mechanics. I want to see what all the other races look like. |
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| Steph lost a game and now she's their dog for a day. Haha. She even lost a couple of times at the price of her clothing. That was mean, but I liked it. All of her lost clothes where taken by Shiro. She looked even more cute with those on. There's a new girl next episode! It's obvious that Blank will have to defeat her. An angel looking one. |
| I'm really loving this series, another great episode. As for Sora's explanations to Steph, I don't think he's really giving her the full explanation. Like Takuan said, the first rule of magic is misdirection. Prestidigitation, or Sleight of Hand. Keep your audience, or target, focused on the left hand while the right pulls the switch. Metaphorically speaking. As the series draws closer to it's end we'll probably see more of what's really going on. You never give away your all tricks, and you never reveal more than is necessary to shut up the ones questioning you. I'd say this one is a solid 8/10 simply because it was more fun than plot development. |
| Odds are I'm not going to find my way back to a thread after my first post, it happens on occasion but not often. So, if I say something that offends you and you feel the need to force your opinion on me because obviously everyone should have your opinion or none at all, feel free to post it in the thread that I'll probably never see again. However, if you are interested in intelligent discourse, feel free to message me. |
| When i was watching steph lose the first bet i thought she would have stopped and learned her lesson. Sadly she did not learn her lesson but over all great episode and hoping for a epic battle |
| That angel girl at the end looked cute. |
| MAL: A community that thinks every anime is bad, but rates everything a 7/10. |
| Steph losing all those games had me laughing the whole time. Looks like things are finally getting started with the plot, too, can't wait. |
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| Love this episode it taught me not to gamble LOL. And dat jealousy XD |
| Your so-called peaceful world makes me bored, so don't blame me if I destroy all of it. - http://worldinverse.smackjeeves.com |
Mugen24 said: Agreed.I feel like NGNL could be better if it took a little more serious tone and cut down on the unnecessary fan service a bit. I understand it's a comedy but the over silliness of the show takes away from its potential imo. This episode was too much a bore fest, nothing happened besides Steph strip-tease and slight background of ShiroSora on the ending. I was expecting people to critique the "comedy" in this episode but apparently Shiro wearing Steph's clothing is "lol hilarious"? Sometimes I hate my sense of humor. |
| cba to go through 8 pages so forgive me if this was answered, what was that bleeped word they tried to crash the floaty tree thing with? |
| the two brothers seem unbeatable in games But the arrogance of them leaves the characters uncharismatic even if the plot is good, If this keeps up the anime may lose some quality _________ os dois irmãos parecem imbativeis no jogos porém a arrogancia deles deixa os personagens sem carisma mesmo o enredo sendo bom, se continuar assim o anime poderá perder um pouco da qualidade |
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| I am loving this show and everything about it. Definitely my favorite show this season. Great episode, I can't get enough of the siblings. Also, poor Steph. I can't wait for next week. |
| I like Sora's way of thinking. Conquer for the animal girls. |
| The whole Steph dog thing was very very lol. The pantsu on shiro head got me the most |
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| FTW LAPUTA REFERENCE! Not to mention they also changed their outfits so 123123123/10 for that! Then I lost it even harder at the accent at the end. |
| ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) fine booty |
| lol steph become dog for a day XD Jibril appear she have cool and beautiful aura until he ruin it :) |
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| So freaking funny xD I need more of this,there was almost no plot progession at all but i'm laughting my ass off non stop for 23 minutes, this is good shit.Dat vivid colors, Dat fan-service,Dat perfect Engrish! Me Likey |
FragOutFire said: Why am I a Berserk fan? All I ever experience is pain. We are in the eclipse and Miura has sacrificed us |
| Funny episode. I enjoy watching Steph losing and getting humiliated. |
But it's important to remember that a movie review is subjective;it only gives you one person's opinion. http://www.classzone.com/books/lnetwork_gr08/page_build.cfm?content=analyz_media&ch=30 It doesn't matter if you like LoGH,Monster etc.If you are a jobless or college/school dropout living in your mom basement, you are still an unintelligent loser. Taste in anime does not make you a better person.If elitist don't exist, casual pleb and shit taste also don't exist. |
| Steph getting humiliated by Sora and Shiro, by playing these random games, XD. Sora and Shiro are so quick with their games and strategy... very impressive XD. It was a pretty funny episode. That finger though XD. That angel pretty much trolled at the end. |
| The episode was funny with doggy Steph and all, but the Laputa parody was the best. I hope the next episode will be as good as this one. |
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| I'm honestly enjoying the fanservice in this one so far xD Also, the Flugel is really pretty! Although admittedly I have a thing for girls with wings...Here's hoping she's awesome! Also, Sora definitely has the right priorities, taking over an animal girl kingdom is always the best option! |
| That death angel caught me off guard!! After that serious deathly look, I LOL'ed a lot when she started talking.. |
You can just be yourself. Do things your own way, one step at a time. You'll get there. Just be yourself, you'll be fine." ~Fruit Basket |
| The end was very funny, but the problem I have with this is that I can't enjoy it fully because they talk really fast and given that english isn't my mother language is difficult to understand the meaning and the context in a matter of seconds of seconds. At the end of the episodes my head's always in pain. That said, this episode was quite funny, I like Steph, we had the chance to see that she's not that daft as it seemed at the beginning, but I always believed in her, I like her character. |
| What a Steph thing to do LOL |
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| If there's one thing I'm going to complain about, it was that they had an epic scene in the end and it was ruined by comic relief. I know that was the joke and all, but I feel like it would've been better without the angel speaking like that. Just a question, can people die in these games? (e.g. betting your life and dying if you lose). |
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| I'm thinking I'd like to go to this world too. As long as you can beat them in a game you can make anyone your bitch, literally. |
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Minagatachi said: If there's one thing I'm going to complain about, it was that they had an epic scene in the end and it was ruined by comic relief. I know that was the joke and all, but I feel like it would've been better without the angel speaking like that. I actually feel the same. That would've felt epic if it wasn't for her talking. |
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| Jibril have descend. Prepare for epicness. |
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