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knives · Dec 24, 2006, 03:44 AM // 03:44

I just started this series about a few days ago and am up to episode 102 atm, and so far, it has been extremely good. I've watched Naruto and Bleach, but this anime to me seems to outclass those two by far. Here are some reasons imo why it does.

Philosophy

Incorporates subtle and dynamic philosophy throughout the anime that really hits the heart and mind. Basic philosophies like giving it your all and overcoming obstacles in your life (through tennis in this case) flow through this series like water.

Comedy!

This to me has been one of two animes that I actually had moments where I burst out laughing due to the characters antics (this does not count comedy animes whose purpose is to make one laugh). Not a simple "lol" but physical laughter. (the other was Yakitate! Japan if you were curious). Most episodes contain atleast some kind of comic relief to break the tension between those uncomfortable moments to make them bearable.
A good example of these comic relief episodes is (although the first skit was decent, the prince of bowling one was too good *WARNING: spoilers + you really have to watch the thing from start to finish to understand some of the jokes*): http://www.youtube.com/results?searc...&search=Search
Characters that contribute to the comedy frequently are Inui (with his juices), the main characters dad, Kawamura Takashi (Burning! Oh my gah, oh my gah, oh my gah, oh my gah!, Oooh Nooo! are some popular catchphrases and what makes it funnier is the funny accent the voice actor has when saying english if watching the japanese version with subs)

Fillers

The fillers do not seem like fillers at all! (Unlike those of Naruto or Bleach for example) Some of them imo are actually much more entertaining to watch than some of the matches of the main plot. There are also special chibi episodes that appeal to the fanbase of those that like cute, short visualizations of their favorite characters in the show.

Characters

The characters are pretty likeable, and of the Seigaku Regulars, I'm sure everyone will identify with one of them and choose their favorite from the start. My personal favorite is Kikumaru-Kun, or casually referred to as Eiji.

Music

The music, although repetitive, does not get annoying and really sets the mood of each situation. I especially like the theme when winning.

There are also some cons of course to this anime. Some of the characters get extremely annoying such as the reporters from the tennis magazine and the characters that add a word such as "-dane" or "desu" after each sentence. Oh and also WATCH THE JAPANESE VERSION. The english version is just not as good and will only hinder your experience of this anime.

All and all, this anime is so far the best one I have seen imo. If I had one word to describe it, it would be "Sugoi" also known as Awesome, a word that is consistently used throughout the show. Anyone else enjoy this anime as much as I do and want to comment about it?

bebe · Dec 24, 2006, 04:59 AM // 04:59

Just saw the very first episode on Toonami.
It's pretty good.
Kinda wanna watch the rest. ^^

Sasuke The Betrayer · Dec 24, 2006, 06:18 AM // 06:18

My bro has downloaded the whole series, God. Like three thousand episodes lol. Anyways, its a nice anime, but yet again I hate the voice acting for this anime in Toonami

Giga Strike · Dec 24, 2006, 07:29 PM // 19:29

i havent seen it yet. should i bother with it?

ensoriki · Dec 26, 2006, 06:02 PM // 18:02

Manga> Anime

Bleach manga Humor> alot of crap

Naruto> meh this is why people started packing guns when they hear the word dub

and prince of tennis is nice, but have you read Negima?

Giga Strike · Dec 27, 2006, 06:48 PM // 18:48

i dont read many mangas. there are just too many to choose from.

Lag Hell · Dec 28, 2006, 11:13 AM // 11:13

1, Manga is far better than anime
2, If watching anime, watch it in jap with subtitles, dubs suck
3, i have read PoT, just thought Eyeshield or Hajime No Ippo are much better sports manga

l)l2UNl( · Dec 30, 2006, 07:18 AM // 07:18

1. read manga first then watch anime
2. PoT is a nice series but dont compare with bleach/naruto it will be outclassed

naruto/bleach ect. is meant to be compared to stuff like rorouni kenshin (kenshin FTW)

forgot to mention:
3. NEVER WATCH ANIME IN ENGLISH!!!!!!! EVER!!!!!!!
they are meant to be watched in Japaneses with subs

some suggestions:
~rurouni kenshin(dont bother with anime for this)
~ouran high school host club(watch anime for this one)
~negima
~hikaru no go
~air gear
~full metal alchemist
~death note
~hunter x hunter
~yu yu hakusho
~genshiken
~and finally:bleach/naruto (obviously)

there may be more cant think of anything else at the moment

go to:
http://mangavolume.com
http://mangarun.com

(yea im a manga nerd aka: otaku)

Fire Nin · Dec 31, 2006, 01:57 AM // 01:57

PoT is really good. Ive only seen up to the 40's but its been really good so far.

Some other good ones IMO

~Naruto
~Bleach
~Kanon
~PoT
~Ikkitousen
~Negima
~Love Hina

There's alot more but i can't remember right now :P

EDIT: Knifes is your avatar a chibi pic of kaoru?

bebe · Dec 31, 2006, 08:18 AM // 08:18

So-far on episode 40. It's pretty good. Most of the characters are cute! XD

l)l2UNl( · Dec 31, 2006, 10:13 PM // 22:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fire Nin

EDIT: Knifes is your avatar a chibi pic of kaoru?

i dont think it is
cant tell

knives · Jan 02, 2007, 05:10 AM // 05:10

Sorry, it was late when I posted this thread and I almost completely forgot about it! Yes my avatar is a picture of chibi Kaidoh. In one of the chibi episodes later on *WARNING: Chibi Episode Spoiler Alert* Oishi becomes a girl thats married to Inui, who have children Ryoma(oldest), Momo(2nd oldest, is a girl), and Kaoru-Chan(youngest, can't write, and only goes fushuu, rides around on his little tricycle), Eiji is the cat that plays with Karupin, and Fuji(girl) and Tezuka are the grandpa + grandma.

If you want to see the two(imo, best) chibi episodes go to:

(1st one, episode 132, not a big series spoiler, fun to watch)
http://www.youtube.com/results?searc...&search=Search

(2nd one, episode 165, not a big series spoiler, fun to watch)
http://www.youtube.com/results?searc...&search=Search

[DE] · Jan 02, 2007, 05:11 AM // 05:11

The only good anime that is well voiced in English is Samurai Champloo.

TheEPIC · Jan 02, 2007, 07:16 AM // 07:16

If it hasn't already been posted. You guys should check out Hajime No Ippo. It's a freaking sweet anime.

Ulivious The Reaper · Jan 02, 2007, 07:23 AM // 07:23

golden boy was so much better...

Fire Nin · Jan 02, 2007, 03:23 PM // 15:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by knives

Sorry, it was late when I posted this thread and I almost completely forgot about it! Yes my avatar is a picture of chibi Kaidoh. In one of the chibi episodes later on *WARNING: Chibi Episode Spoiler Alert* Oishi becomes a girl thats married to Inui, who have children Ryoma(oldest), Momo(2nd oldest, is a girl), and Kaoru-Chan(youngest, can't write, and only goes fushuu, rides around on his little tricycle), Eiji is the cat that plays with Karupin, and Fuji(girl) and Tezuka are the grandpa + grandma.

If you want to see the two(imo, best) chibi episodes go to:

(1st one, episode 132, not a big series spoiler, fun to watch)
http://www.youtube.com/results?searc...&search=Search

(2nd one, episode 165, not a big series spoiler, fun to watch)
http://www.youtube.com/results?searc...&search=Search

w00t i was right.

Giga Strike · Jan 02, 2007, 04:01 PM // 16:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fire Nin

PoT is really good. Ive only seen up to the 40's but its been really good so far.

Some other good ones IMO

~Naruto
~Bleach
~Kanon
~PoT
~Ikkitousen
~Negima
~Love Hina

There's alot more but i can't remember right now :P

EDIT: Knifes is your avatar a chibi pic of kaoru?

i haven't heard of "kanon". whats that one like?

Steps Ascending · Jan 04, 2007, 12:09 AM // 00:09

You guys forgot I VERY important (ok not so much) advantage that anime have against manga :

you actually hear japanese. Yeah it matters to me, i'm trying to learn!

Giga Strike · Jan 04, 2007, 03:28 PM // 15:28

plus they move!

Lag Hell · Jan 05, 2007, 10:22 AM // 10:22

well then in depends on taste, but maanga is traditional and art looks good

^btw, i think kanon is the 1 about the little girl whos father has some mystic powers from a past life and he fights demons.. maybe its another 1 but the manga i have is called kanon