[DEAD] - Right Stuf's 12+ Days of Christmas - 2007

[WTK]

Right Stuf's 12+ Days of Christmas - 2007 (http://www.rightstuf.com/mail-templates/12days-2007/)
Day 01 - December 3rd: Eureka Seven DVD Bundle (1-10): $89.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=bundle0716)
Day 02 - December 4th: Inu Yasha Movie DVD Box Set (Deluxe Edition): $39.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=diymbsd1)
Day 03 - December 5th: Chobits Mini Box 1+2 DVD Bargain Bundle (Hyb): $48.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/Ap7mZ2VCn8XfHMbn1w/browse/item/72804/4/0/0)
Day 04 - December 6th: My-HiME DVD Bargain Bundle (1-7): $69.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/rktpCCpu2Ma-j-llW6/browse/item/77014/4/0/0)
Day 05 - December 7th: Vol.1 @ $13.99 each:
Innocent Venus (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/74766/4/0/0) / Pumpkin Scissors (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75456/4/0/0) / Red Garden (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75202/4/0/0) / Venus Versus Virus (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75780/4/0/0) / Xenosaga (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75206/4/0/0)
Day 06 - December 8th:
Big O DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74081/4/0/0) /
Big O II DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74868/4/0/0)
Day 07 - December 9th: Rumbling Hearts DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/77025/4/0/0)
Day 08 - December 10th: Initial D Season 1 DVD Box Set (Hyb): $29.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/0liDGs588qJJqS3H3g/browse/item/72011/4/0/0)
Day 09 - December 11th: Tylor, Irresponsible Captain OVA Limited Edition Ultra DVD Box Set (Hyb): $24.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/GJX0wNQvZO0jENtRRZ/browse/item/67635/4/0/0)
Day 10 - December 12th: Burst Angel DVD Box Set (Hyb): $39.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/UYJV1P=pxxZbmrjsQ-/browse/item/72777/4/0/0)
Day 11 - December 13th: Boys Over Flowers DVD Bargain Bundle (1-12) (Hyb): $89.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/Ho0MbgFNkExzD454Vv/browse/item/77028/4/0/0)
Day 12 - December 14th: Scrapped Princess DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/pl-U=jNU-pI7MK0k9a/browse/item/73001/4/0/0)A Bundle of Anime Joy
Afro Samurai DVD (D) Uncut: $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/73366/4/0/0)
Baki the Grappler DVD Box Set 1 (Hyb) (1-6): $22.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/68822/4/0/0)
Cutie (Cutey) Honey: The Movie DVD (Hyb) LiveAction Limited Edition w/Lunchbox: $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/73410/4/0/0)
DNA Squared DVD Bargain Bundle (1-5) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77058/4/0/0)
Flame of Recca DVD Bargain Bundle (1-10) (Hyb): $74.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77055/4/0/0)
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka DVD Box Set 1 (DVD 1-5) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/74102/4/0/0)
Legend of Himiko DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $12.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77057/4/0/0)
Mar DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77054/4/0/0)
Mecha Masters: Explosive Anime Classics DVD Set (Hyb): $12.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/57708/4/0/0)
Nuku Nuku Dash DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/67435/4/0/0)
Nuku Nuku TV DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/67923/4/0/0)
Ping Pong Club DVD Bargain Bundle (1-7) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77056/4/0/0)
Sister Princess DVD Box Set (Thinpak): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/69758/4/0/0)
Street Fighter II TV Series DVD Box Set 1-4 (Hyb): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/58135/4/0/0)
Wandaba Style DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/69761/4/0/0)
World of Narue DVD Box Set (Hyb)/Book 1 Brick Pack: $16.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/63787/4/0/0)Another Bundle of Anime Joy
Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya DVD 1 Special Limited Edition: $31.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=av20850)
Fullmetal Alchemist DVD Box Set 1 (1-4): $24.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=fun08176)
Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles Special Edition DVD: $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=fun07096)
Petite Princess Yucie DVD Box Set (Thinpak): $22.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=dycbx1)
To Heart DVD Bundle (1-4): $39.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=bundle0725)
Twelve Kingdoms DVD Economy Set 1: $24.98 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=awdvd0724)
Twelve Kingdoms DVD Economy Set 2: $24.98 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=awdvd0725)ALL PROMOTIONS END ON MIDNIGHT, 12/25/2007!

maxgeek (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/member.php?u=59419) has noted that the first link doesn't work because of the CAG referral system that can mess up links. You have to remove the cag refferal (",a=cheap-ass-gamer") after you click on the link.

[strawberryshortcake]

The links does not seem to be working.

[WTK]

The links does not seem to be working.The sale starts tomorrow (12/3). The first link should work and the second link won't work until tomorrow.

[pete5883]

Can anyone recommend or dis-recommend Eureka Seven?

[maxgeek]

The first link doesn't work because of the CAG referral system that can mess up links. You have to remove the cag refferal (",a=cheap-ass-gamer") after you click on the link.

[maxgeek]

Can anyone recommend or dis-recommend Eureka Seven?


It generally gets favorable reviews. My brother liked it, I thought it was okay. I would wait for the thin pack or boxset to get it for less.

[pete5883]

Well its a Bandai series, I don't think it'll ever get cheaper than $9/disc.

[chewster777]

Oh boy, I'm glad to see this promotion back again this year. I hope I don't end up spending too much money though.

Yeah, I think Eureka 7 was a good enough show to merit a purchase, just not at that price. I'll wait until a boxset or thinpack comes out. Bandai, I've figured out how you work.

[Ndolger]

Wow, I didn't realize Eureka 7 was such a large series. 10 DVDs? Still, you should be able to get that for at least $50 at some point.

I'm really hoping (probably not going to happen), that some of these days have Geneon box sets for sale (for cheap). May they rest in peace...

Well its a Bandai series, I don't think it'll ever get cheaper than $9/disc.
What Bandai series are you buying? Bandai has always been one of the cheapest publishers. You should be able to nab most "Anime Legends" collections for like $20.

[Kirin Lemon]

Bandai box sets are always super-cheap, so I'm confident I can get the series for cheaper at some point next year. Bring on the next deal!

[strawberryshortcake]

Wow, I didn't realize Eureka 7 was such a large series. 10 DVDs? Still, you should be able to get that for at least $50 at some point.

I'm really hoping (probably not going to happen), that some of these days have Geneon box sets for sale (for cheap). May they rest in peace...


What Bandai series are you buying? Bandai has always been one of the cheapest publishers. You should be able to nab most "Anime Legends" collections for like $20.

I'm certain he's referring to individual volumized releases. "Anime Legends" retail at the lower end of the spectrum anime price. I prefer the larger complete sets--a personal preference. I may or may not pick up this set; but compared to full retail price, this sale price is an absolute bargain.

And actually Eureka Seven actually has a total of fifty (50) episodes. If I have my facts correct there will be a total of 12 DVD discs. Volume 10 includes episodes 39 to 42.

Volume 11 is slated for a January 8, 2008 release (episodes: 43 - 46)
Volume 12 - to be announced. (episodes 47 - 50)


The following is simply a review of the series by an anime-planet forum member.
http://www.anime-planet.com/reviews/a295.html
http://www.anime-planet.com/anirec/1013.html

(http://www.anime-planet.com/reviews/a295.html)

[E_G_Man]

Can anyone recommend or dis-recommend Eureka Seven?

I personally really enjoyed the series. The ending is a little... bizzare, but the series is still pretty solid.

[Kuma]

i can recommend the series, but that is a bit steep for a set that will probably go down further eventually

[Gden]

I would like to take the time to point out that this series is probably like gundam and Gundam wing only RECENTLY got a cheap release at 50$ a box in two box sets, and the series are of about equal length (and keep in mind GW came out originally back in 2000), also I would like to point out that Gundam seed (the original) though having been out completely for over 2 years has not seen a cheap release. Do not hold your breath on giant robot series from bandai people, its not wise.

[pete5883]

What Bandai series are you buying? Bandai has always been one of the cheapest publishers. You should be able to nab most "Anime Legends" collections for like $20.
You're right, I only did a quick search for .hack//SIGN, whose collection is $150 MSRP for 6 discs. The Gundam SEED collection, while it is taking forever to come out, is a lot cheaper.

[Brian9824]

You're right, I only did a quick search for .hack//SIGN, whose collection is $150 MSRP for 6 discs. The Gundam SEED collection, while it is taking forever to come out, is a lot cheaper.

Must have been a really quick search. There are 2-3 different .hack//sign sets including the anime legend one that sells for $30-45



I usually order 1-2 things from this sale although last year they had some insane stuff. I got this for $49.99
http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/2bgQqGZHp4fCEKoMkw/browse/item/68731/4/0/0

and this for $22.49
http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/2bgQqGZHp4fCEKoMkw/browse/item/69022/4/0/0

[Ndolger]

Well, that's true. Gundam has always remained on the high-end...more than likely just because it's Gundam. I've been waiting to pick up Seed for awhile now. I managed to get almost every Gundam Wing from BigLots!/Dollar General for $3 apiece though.

[pete5883]

Must have been a really quick search. There are 2-3 different .hack//sign sets including the anime legend one that sells for $30-45
Well the more expensive one is the only one on rightstuf's site.

[Albinofury]

pretty good price for a 51 ep bones series.

[Alien Spider]

Bandai box sets are always super-cheap, so I'm confident I can get the series for cheaper at some point next year. Bring on the next deal!

My thoughts exactly. I'll wait for a cheaper boxset in the future.

[deathscythehe]

pretty good price for a 51 ep bones series. This isn't the full series. It's only the first 10 dvds. The remaining 2 aren't included since they haven't been released.

[animemaniac14]

still a good deal for an amazing series! i'd definitely jump on this deal if i didn't already have 1-9..

[Grico]

yeah 90 bucks for not a complete series is too much for me at the moment. A nice cheap item tomorrow would be nice.

[WTK]

Day 02 - December 4th: Inu Yasha Movie DVD Box Set (Deluxe Edition): $39.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=diymbsd1)

[Dead of Knight]

I hope there's something that interests me this year.... I was looking forward to this sale for the past week or so. So far, nothing yet.

[hiamiyumi]

Day 02 - December 4th: Inu Yasha Movie DVD Box Set (Deluxe Edition): $39.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/catalog/browse/link/t=item,c=right-stuf,v=right-stuf,a=right-stuf-internati,i=diymbsd1)

I only need the wooden box and CD Soundtracks

[argyle]

Nothing yet, but maybe something good before it's over. I'd love a really good deal on the Samurai Champloo set, but that may be wishful thinking. ;)

[suko_32]

I kinda just want that box.

[Javil]

I hope there's something that interests me this year.... I was looking forward to this sale for the past week or so. So far, nothing yet.What?! :shock:

Bitches looove Inuyasha. This is a fact... at least, I thought so. I was just talking to my girlfriend about the latest deal, and she said she likes Inuyasha but not enough to want to own it. I could have sworn I had boughten her the series on DVD (sans the movies), but apparently not. Only got her Rurouni Kenshin and Love Hina in the past. I guess ol' Inuyasha isn't as much of a heartthrob these days? :-?

[pete5883]

Bitches looove Inuyasha. This is a fact... at least, I thought so.
I can't decide whether I want to :lol: or :roll:

[Masterkyo]

I likes the BOX & CD sound track. It worth extra $10 i guess !! Also, Regular box set is $30, Season 3 and Season 4 is $35 Each at local Walmart :)

[Drahken]

I hope there's nothing I want this year primarily due to cash is tight and I overspent this year.

[animemaniac14]

bwahahaha DAY 2 and im still safe...10 more days to go...

[TheKindred]

^^^^ I hear you buddy ^^^^

[eau]

Any pics of how the Inuyasha Movie Box Set look like and how the DVDs/CDs are stored inside?

[WTK]

Any pics of how the Inuyasha Movie Box Set look like and how the DVDs/CDs are stored inside?
Check Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/Inuyasha-Complete-Delux-Movies-Limited/dp/customer-images/B000QXDG7U/).

[hiccupleftovers]

I have a separate fund for just tihs sale, just like I usually have for the two DD sales and the Criterion sale (unless something major something else I want comes up). So far it's been a so-so deal - yes it's a deal on the dvds and pretty good one until bandai releases a set, but not that great since it's not complete and I didn't care much for the show - and a pretty decent deal, though you might as well just spend the $10 more for the other boxset with the cds.

Hopefully something huge comes up during the 12 days or the subsequent extension of the 12 days like last year. i'm hoping for a deal on Ergo Proxy or would absolutely love, love some combo/deal on Gankutsuou - either on boxset or even on the individual releases. Other than those and hellsings, I haven't really seen that much anime from this year that either was interesting, merited a buy, I found good, etc. Kind of a slow year in anime I guess, but perhaps someone can throw up some recommendations for this year regardless.

[hiccupleftovers]

I likes the BOX & CD sound track. It worth extra $10 i guess !! Also, Regular box set is $30, Season 3 and Season 4 is $35 Each at local Walmart :)

I didn't even know that Walmart carried anime boxsets. The walmarts in my area carry regular tv show boxsets, but that section is always nearly empty or hardly stocked. Perhaps that's why I've missed seeing them or have passed over them. nifty to know that at least you can get some pretty good anime for relatively cheap.

[strawberryshortcake]

I have a separate fund for just tihs sale, just like I usually have for the two DD sales and the Criterion sale (unless something major something else I want comes up). So far it's been a so-so deal - yes it's a deal on the dvds and pretty good one until bandai releases a set, but not that great since it's not complete and I didn't care much for the show - and a pretty decent deal, though you might as well just spend the $10 more for the other boxset with the cds.

Hopefully something huge comes up during the 12 days or the subsequent extension of the 12 days like last year. i'm hoping for a deal on Ergo Proxy or would absolutely love, love some combo/deal on Gankutsuou - either on boxset or even on the individual releases. Other than those and hellsings, I haven't really seen that much anime from this year that either was interesting, merited a buy, I found good, etc. Kind of a slow year in anime I guess, but perhaps someone can throw up some recommendations for this year regardless.
What is this "extension' that you speak of? :bouncy:

Regarding Ergo Proxy and Gankutsuou, since I already have both sets including artboxes (with the exception of Ergo Vol. 5 and 6.), I'm hoping two available slots don't get taken with these titles. ;) Sorry.

Have you considered looking into:

Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad
Paranoia Agent
Black Heaven
Karas
Noein

[Alien Spider]

bwahahaha DAY 2 and im still safe...10 more days to go...

Yep...next!

[Dead of Knight]

What?! :shock:

Bitches looove Inuyasha. This is a fact... at least, I thought so. I was just talking to my girlfriend about the latest deal, and she said she likes Inuyasha but not enough to want to own it. I could have sworn I had boughten her the series on DVD (sans the movies), but apparently not. Only got her Rurouni Kenshin and Love Hina in the past. I guess ol' Inuyasha isn't as much of a heartthrob these days? :-?
:wall:
Do. Not. Want.

[WTK]

Day 03 - December 5th: Chobits Mini Box 1+2 DVD Bargain Bundle (Hyb): $48.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/Ap7mZ2VCn8XfHMbn1w/browse/item/72804/4/0/0)

[DuelLadyS]

What?! :shock:

Bitches looove Inuyasha. This is a fact... at least, I thought so. I was just talking to my girlfriend about the latest deal, and she said she likes Inuyasha but not enough to want to own it. I could have sworn I had boughten her the series on DVD (sans the movies), but apparently not. Only got her Rurouni Kenshin and Love Hina in the past. I guess ol' Inuyasha isn't as much of a heartthrob these days? :-?

Pfft- Inu-Yasha got his bishonen days stretched out due to sliver hair and his evil brother, but no one cares about him anymore- these days it's all about the Ouran boys. Maybe Ichigo and Light if you're straight CN.

:lol:

[mtgrungoblins]

i've been looking foward to this sale for a little while now after they had the 25 for 100 sale. Hope the coming days will have something more worthwhile.

[hiccupleftovers]

What is this "extension' that you speak of? :bouncy:

Regarding Ergo Proxy and Gankutsuou, since I already have both sets including artboxes (with the exception of Ergo Vol. 5 and 6.), I'm hoping two available slots don't get taken with these titles. ;) Sorry.

Have you considered looking into:

Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad
Paranoia Agent
Black Heaven
Karas
Noein

I love Paranoia Agent, but wasn't that last year? Haven't seen Karas but have heard mixed things from it and it sounds like they redid an old anime that they shouldn't have, ala Appleseed (blech, can't believe that I bought that one). I haven't seen Black Heaven or Noein, but am very interested in Beck. Beck sounds really really good.

I forgot to mention that I did enjoy Trinity Blood from this year, though most people seem to be very mixed about that show. I wouldn't mind a deal on that series.

Last thing, last year after the 12 days of christmas they had an extension that ran afterward. I forget what it was called, but it tied into the 12 days of christmas and actually had better items that the 12 days had had.

[strawberryshortcake]

^Paranoia Agent certainly is an older series (I don't actually keep track of the actual release year), but thought I'd mention it seeing as how it's my ALL-time favorite anime. I netflixed Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad and it was indeed stellar. I currently have the Beck starter set and volume 2, 3 and 4 all new, awaiting volume 5.

I will have to look into Trinity Blood; not entirely thrilled about the animation based on sample clips. Seems like there was too many still/static frames.

Other Anime titlese to consider:
The Melancholy of Harushi Suzumiya ** (it's actually important to read some of the Amazon.com customer's review on this title)
Tekkon Kinkreet (movie)
Origin: Spirits of the Past (movie)
A Tree of Palme (movie)


**http://www.amazon.com/Melancholy-Haruhi-Suzumiya-Limited/dp/B000NVT0PM/ref=pd_bbs_sr_4?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1196837546&sr=8-4


Also understand that I grew up on Disney and American cartoons, and the transition to incorporate Japanese anime was a *task* The animation fluidity found in anime seems to be second rate comparatively. Personally I find it quite easy to simply buy *any* american cartoons released in the states and find total enjoyment.

Anime is a different story. Trying to find a title where static frames are trivial is a definite task. Youtube and Netflix is my next best friend for sample clips.



At this rate, I will likely pass on this christmas offering with the exception of possibly picking up day one's Eureka 7. Bring on day four NOW please. I guess I will have to netflix Inuyasha to determine its worth.

[Alien Spider]

Day 03 - December 5th: Chobits Mini Box 1+2 DVD Bargain Bundle (Hyb): $48.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/Ap7mZ2VCn8XfHMbn1w/browse/item/72804/4/0/0)

lol, it's conveniently priced $1 below the free shipping threshold. Well played, Right Stuf, well played. :\

I think I'll pass. Again. Next!

[strawberryshortcake]

lol, it's conveniently priced $1 below the free shipping threshold. Well played, Right Stuf, well played. :\

I think I'll pass. Again. Next!
:D

Actually, I think it's $0.01 ( 1 penny ) below the free shipping threshold of $49

[eau]

Check Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/Inuyasha-Complete-Delux-Movies-Limited/dp/customer-images/B000QXDG7U/). Lame! A single digipak inside a wooden box. For a moment I though the wooden box houses the individual volumes plus the soundtrack CDs.

Thanks for the link though.

[GrilledWitOnions]

^Paranoia Agent certainly is an older series (I don't actually keep track of the actual release year), but thought I'd mention it seeing as how it's my ALL-time favorite anime. Have you seen Paprika yet? Amazing.

And, for the Chobits to get free shipping, just go to advanced search and speficy a price of less than 1.00 (you have to have the trailing zeros or it doesn't work). You will get a worthless mini-dvd or some nonsense, but I'm sure it's cheaper than shipping would be.

I really want Chobits... must find $50...

[moiety]

I'd really like to see a deal on the Ah My Goddess premium box set (http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/q15rV6AKpl4E7RGjOm/browse/item/71017/4/0/0). I loved the manga and OVA, and I've been putting off getting the TV series. So far, that's the only thing I'm really hoping for...

[Dead of Knight]

I already have Chobits. God dammit.

[DuelLadyS]

And, for the Chobits to get free shipping, just go to advanced search and speficy a price of less than 1.00 (you have to have the trailing zeros or it doesn't work). You will get a worthless mini-dvd or some nonsense, but I'm sure it's cheaper than shipping would be.


I recommend the Tylor 4 postcard set- 99 cents, and more useful than the ani-mini discs (which contain 1 dub version episode of whatever anime they're for on a half-size DVD. Pointless for anything but sampling a series- and right now, most/all of those series are clearanced out anyway so might as well get the full-version disc.)

[strawberryshortcake]

Have you seen Paprika yet? Amazing.

And, for the Chobits to get free shipping, just go to advanced search and speficy a price of less than 1.00 (you have to have the trailing zeros or it doesn't work). You will get a worthless mini-dvd or some nonsense, but I'm sure it's cheaper than shipping would be.

I really want Chobits... must find $50...

I have not seen Paprika yet, but highly looking forward to it. I do have it brand new sealed. I forgot to use my merchandise credit gift cards, so I'll need to use those to adjust the price prior to actually watching this masterpiece.


Here's a really cool new title called SOS! Tokyo Metro Explorers: The Next, unfortunately I'm really upset that it's NOT dubbed in english audio; it's only available in Japanese audio. The company (HONNEAMISE; Bandai Visuals, not Bandai Entertainment) that has the rights to this really sucks...hard just for this reason. Plus the prices are insane. They essentially try to mimic how anime is released in Japan.

This is a 45 minute movie or so. Priced at ~$50.00 DVD ~$60 Blu-Ray

SOS! Tokyo Metro Explorers: The Next - Trailer 1
http://youtube.com/watch?v=xMNB7StSsac

http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/DcOL2PivE9enumM6Uu/browse/search/5/4/0/0/results/desc/asc/50/1

[GrilledWitOnions]

I have not seen Paprika yet...
Did I spell Paprika wrong or something? Just wondering why you bolded it? Can't see my mistake if I made one :P


This is a 45 minute movie or so. Priced at ~$50.00 DVD ~$60 Blu-RayYikes! Don't think I would ever be able to afford that.

[WTK]

Day 04 - December 6th: My-HiME DVD Bargain Bundle (1-7): $69.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/rktpCCpu2Ma-j-llW6/browse/item/77014/4/0/0)

[splattered]

Alien Spider, what's your sig from?

[Javil]

Pfft- Inu-Yasha got his bishonen days stretched out due to sliver hair and his evil brother, but no one cares about him anymore- these days it's all about the Ouran boys. Maybe Ichigo and Light if you're straight CN.

:lol:Thanks for clearing that up. If I had to guess, I would've said some of the Fruits Basket guys were the heartthrobs these days. I am so behind the times. ;_;

[hiccupleftovers]

Another yawner but slightly better.

[Rihan]

Id be all over the Hime bundle if I didn't already have 4 of the discs :roll:

[Ndolger]

I just don't understand why anyone would buy this? Would you rather have 7 individual disks with no box or just wait for a bit and get the complete collection for $20-25? Come on rightstuf...

[Grico]

10 bucks a disc on sale? Sadly, not very exciting.

[Brian9824]

Ehh alot of shows take years to come out in boxsets. This is a great show I already own but i didnt pay more then $12 a disc so i don't feel to bad about this price drop.

It's an EXCELLENT series, one of my all time favorites

[dcfox]

I've been very interested in My-Hime. I might bite on this. But what are the chances a slim case set coming out soon?

[DuelLadyS]

So, so far we have 2 series missing their last discs, 1 movie bundle for a show I don't care about, and 1 show I already own. :cry: I hope tomorrow brings something I want...

Anyway- for anyone who picks this up- I've got an extra My-Hime artbox lying around. It's the junky one from vol.1, but if anyone's willing to pay shipping they're welcome to it.

[Rei no Otaku]

Nothing for me so far. Though I have a medical crew on standby for my wallet. I have a feeling it might end up on life support.

[WTK]

I've been very interested in My-Hime. I might bite on this. But what are the chances a slim case set coming out soon? No information about a My-HiME complete collection has been has been reported yet. Since it's Bandai Entertainment release, the cheapest MRSP would likely be $49.98. The complete collection (maybe Anime Legends) may come out next year if they are nice, but don't count on it. Looking at some of the finished Bandai Entertainment series (ones that released artboxes with their single volumes), the wait time may be quite long. The worst case scenario maybe like the Gundam Seed approach, which would be about a 2.5 years wait (around October 2009, since Vol.7 came out 4/3/07).

Here are some comparisons (ones with single volume w/artbox releases):
Angel Tales: Last volume release: 12/14/04, complete collection release: 8/22/06
Gundam Seed: Last volume release: 5/10/05, First complete collection 1: 1/8/08
Mars Daybreak: Last volume release: 6/13/06, First complete collection release: 11/28/06

[Brian9824]

I will admit My-Hime has one of the best artboxes for volume 7 i've seen in recent anime. Well designed, attractive, and shelf friendly. It's a shame they didn't include it in this bundle.

They actually delayed the release of volume 7 a month to re-do the artbox because fans complained about the first one being to boring and flimsy.


Here is second box http://www.animepavilion.com/images/DVD/20746.jpg

[GuilewasNK]

My-Hime is the only thing that has got my interest so far.

Eureka Seven is ok, but I don't have a real desire to buy it right now. I absolutely love that "Fly Away" theme though.

I already have most of the Inuyasha movies and I have all of Chobits.

I'm hoping they have some Ergo Proxy, Urusei Yatsura, Maison Ikkoku, or GiTS deal upcoming. I've bought so much anime this year that I pretty much have most of what I want right now.

[GuilewasNK]

Here's a really cool new title called SOS! Tokyo Metro Explorers: The Next, unfortunately I'm really upset that it's NOT dubbed in english audio; it's only available in Japanese audio. The company (HONNEAMISE; Bandai Visuals, not Bandai Entertainment) that has the rights to this really sucks...hard just for this reason. Plus the prices are insane. They essentially try to mimic how anime is released in Japan.

I hate that too. That's why I haven't bought Kashimashi. I can accept it with older titles like Urusei Yatsura, but I have a hard time accepting sub only stuff that is current.

[bigl523]

If it means that releases will be cheaper and quicker to market without a dub I'm all for it. I personally never listen to the dubs and approve of this move. Back OT, My-Hime was a decent series, but I can wait for a slimpak.

[GuilewasNK]

If it means that releases will be cheaper and quicker to market without a dub I'm all for it. I personally never listen to the dubs and approve of this move. Back OT, My-Hime was a decent series, but I can wait for a slimpak.

Believe it or not, there are a large number of people that prefer dubs. I would never be in favor of dub only because I know fans like subs too. That was the whole point of the DVD format, to give both sides what they want.

[Rei no Otaku]

If it means that releases will be cheaper and quicker to market without a dub I'm all for it. I personally never listen to the dubs and approve of this move. Back OT, My-Hime was a decent series, but I can wait for a slimpak.
I'm with you. I never listen to dubs, and if I can not have to pay the dub tax I'll definitely prefer that.

[rodeojones903]

If it means that releases will be cheaper and quicker to market without a dub I'm all for it.

That would be awesome.

[Rei no Otaku]

That would be awesome.
It's what Right Stuf is doing with the Emma release. It's coming out in 2 box sets for $40 each. It's cheap because they're not paying for a dub.

Bandai Visual is the exception in that they're stuff is quick to release, but expensive. But then the visual quality of their DVDs is amazing. Even older stuff like the original Gunbuster looks unbelieveable. I'll gladly pay a little extra for that kind of quality.

[Rosiegirl]

I hate that too. That's why I haven't bought Kashimashi. I can accept it with older titles like Urusei Yatsura, but I have a hard time accepting sub only stuff that is current.

Kashimashi is a niche title, if Media Blasters had it dubbed they wouldn't make the money back on the cost of dubbing alone *cough Geneon cough.* I'd much rather lose the dubs and keep Media Blasters and niche titles.

[GuilewasNK]

Kashimashi is a niche title, if Media Blasters had it dubbed they wouldn't make the money back on the cost of dubbing alone *cough Geneon cough.* I'd much rather lose the dubs and keep Media Blasters and niche titles.

As long as Steve Blum is alive there will always be a demand for dubs, so I'm not worried at a few sub only titles.

[Dead of Knight]

It's what Right Stuf is doing with the Emma release. It's coming out in 2 box sets for $40 each. It's cheap because they're not paying for a dub.

I've watched Emma. It's a good story, but by god the ending is disappointing.

EDIT: Nevermind. Apparently I only saw the first season of it, which is what the first boxset contains. Good. Good. I might have to buy the 2nd boxset then.

[hiccupleftovers]

If it means that releases will be cheaper and quicker to market without a dub I'm all for it. I personally never listen to the dubs and approve of this move. Back OT, My-Hime was a decent series, but I can wait for a slimpak.

I actually like dubs, since I haven't really come across many dubs that I don't like in my anime viewing. The Naruto dubs are garbage though. I like the dubbing that DBZ, Yu Yu Hakusho, GitS, Paranoia Agent, Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, FMA, etc. have received. Actually, nothing is really coming to mind right now, other than Naruto, for dubs I haven't liked. Still, I go back and forth on the dubbing issue. In some sense, I prefer dubs, while in others I don't.

[Filbert]

If you never saw an anime in Japanese, chances are you'll be fine with the dub. It's when you've already seen it and gotten used to the Japanese voice actors that the dub becomes unlistenable.

[Ndolger]

Dubs are good. Relatively new Bandai and Geneon series normally have excellent releases...early 90's stuff....ehhh...not so much. I'm not a fan of ADV dubs though. They pretty much use the same actors in every series...and I don't like them.

I certainly won't refuse to watch sub-only (e.g. Cardcaptor Sakura), but a dub is my first choice. I suppose it really depends on how you were first exposed. If you grew up on fan-subs or if you were apart of the Cartoon Network era. I think both have their strong points though.

That said...come on TRSI! Give me an excuse to buy something! How about you offer the last season of YYH from which you cancelled my order a few months ago. Or how about some Ranma! I don't recall TRSI ever having a sale with Ranma...ever. It's due.

[hiccupleftovers]

If you never saw an anime in Japanese, chances are you'll be fine with the dub. It's when you've already seen it and gotten used to the Japanese voice actors that the dub becomes unlistenable.

Not really. I've listened to Japanese voice actors and I just don't get what some fans' fixation is with them. They're not really anything special. Besides, some stuff gets dubbed really well here. Gundam Wing, Cowboy Bebop, etc.

Dubs are good. Relatively new Bandai and Geneon series normally have excellent releases...early 90's stuff....ehhh...not so much. I'm not a fan of ADV dubs though. They pretty much use the same actors in every series...and I don't like them.

I certainly won't refuse to watch sub-only (e.g. Cardcaptor Sakura), but a dub is my first choice. I suppose it really depends on how you were first exposed. If you grew up on fan-subs or if you were apart of the Cartoon Network era. I think both have their strong points though.

That said...come on TRSI! Give me an excuse to buy something! How about you offer the last season of YYH from which you cancelled my order a few months ago. Or how about some Ranma! I don't recall TRSI ever having a sale with Ranma...ever. It's due.

Oh yeah, thanks for naming a company. Most of ADVs subs border on mediocre to so-so/great to completely awful.

Ranma would be cool to see on the 12 days. I haven't seen Ranma in years.

[hero101]

Where is the FMA boxset? Hmm, anime seems more expensive than the previous years 12+ days of christmas sales.

[Dead of Knight]

Yeah, the deals definitely aren't as good as I remember. :(

[WTK]

Day 05 - December 7th:
Vol.1 @ $13.99 each: Innocent Venus (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/74766/4/0/0) / Pumpkin Scissors (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75456/4/0/0) / Red Garden (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75202/4/0/0) / Venus Versus Virus (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75780/4/0/0) / Xenosaga (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75206/4/0/0)

[Killer Rabbit]

Hmmm. Not that great so far. Still, thanks for keeping the thread updated, OP.

[Dead of Knight]

Weak.

[strawberryshortcake]

If you never saw an anime in Japanese, chances are you'll be fine with the dub. It's when you've already seen it and gotten used to the Japanese voice actors that the dub becomes unlistenable.



Answer this question if you will. How in the world can anime characters who are clearly caucasian/white speaking in Japanese more original? It's not even their first language. I'm still a novice when it comes to anime, but I'm certain that there are plenty of available titles whereby the characters are in fact caucasin/white.

Here's an example:

Emma, Victorian Romance DVD Collection

This series will be available at this current stage in subtitled format (no english track). Care to explain how these characters, who are clearly caucasin, speaking Japanese is more original or is better heard in Japanese? This is just one example. This is clearly one title that highly deserves an English audio track.

http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/oMGQzVW7RDrQfvZPYX/browse/item/75106/4/0/0

http://youtube.com/watch?v=CRA0UAev3h4

In regards to dubs versus subs....

The reason English audio dubbed track sounds funny or different to the original Japanese cast is because the languages, dialect and how the respective languages are spoken are completely different. Someone who does not speak a lick of Spanish whilst listening to a Spanish speaking individual will obviously find it "different." Someone who does not speak a lick of French whilst listening to a French speaking individual will obviously find it "different." Fansubs are in Japanese audio with English subs, and hence come time to watch a dubbed version, it sounds *different* A devoted subtitled fan will obviously prefer the "Japanese audio-and language preference subtitled" format. Anime fans are usually exposed to fansubs first and foremost, hence your ears are more accustomed to Japanese vocals. The Japanese track is automatically said to be the "original" and supposedly better.

Fansubs is the root of all evils

Without fansubs, anime fans would have to either learn the Japanese language OR buy/rent their respective region releases when it comes out on English audio (or the language of preference) where you'd be able to actually understand what's being communicated by the characters without reading. Yes the original work is still Japanese, but in the cases lacking fansubs, definition of what's *original* in a sense, changes. Those who don't understand a lick of Japanese will be forced to watch animes in English audio (or Spanish or French or whatever) for comprehension. It is this audio track that will be the *original*. The preference factor dies. You now *can't* prefer the Japanese track because there are no subtitles to aid your understanding. You'd be saying "Why the heck do I want to watch anime in Japanese (keep in mind no subtitles); why the heck do I want to watch something where I don't comprehend what's being said?"

[mtgrungoblins]

Yeah, the deals definitely aren't as good as I remember. :(

That's not an understatement

[hiccupleftovers]

Wow, what a bullshit day.

[strawberryshortcake]

Wow, what a bullshit day.

Couldn't have said it better myself.


Is it possible for fans to have ANY input whatsoever, even for just one day?

(i.e. the 12th day or better yet, give the fans a bonus with the 13th day. In other words, let the voting begin on which series fans are really interested in, and turn that into the deal on the 13th day.)



*Someone please wake me up when there's something good. Thanks*

[GrilledWitOnions]

Answer this question if you will. How in the world can anime characters who are clearly Caucasian/white speaking in Japanese [be] more original?
It is this (English) audio track that will be the *original*. The preference factor dies. You now *can't* prefer the Japanese track because there are no subtitles to aid your understanding. You'd be saying "Why the heck do I want to watch anime in Japanese (keep in mind no subtitles); why the heck do I want to watch something where I don't comprehend what's being said?"Because Japanese is what it was originally recorded in; it's the original voice track. I understand what your saying, though, I think; as in why does it matter if you can't understand it without the help of subs. Anime is the only case that I believe dubbing is appropriate, mostly because animated mouth movements can match up to most other languages much more fluidly than real live action actors. And it usually bothers me when people immediately decide that all dubbing is terrible; as mentioned by a few others, I like Bebops dub a lot, probably more than the Japanese (except when Jet says, "Heeey Spike!", it sounds so cool in Japanese.) My friend said the dub of Naruto killed his love for the show (which he had previously only watched in Japanese). I've also found that watching a sub on a movie or anime, afterwards, I tend to remember it all in English anyway, which I think is pretty neat that our brains can do that.

Preferring Jap language track for elitist purposes is asinine, but I still think one can prefer the Japanese track if only because it's what was originally recorded.

[bigl523]

5 days of crappy deals :roll:

I don't want to get too OT again but at least it's more interesting than these uninteresting deals.

To harp on the sub/dub conversation, first and foremost anime is a japanese thing. When the anime producers pick a series the first thing they are thinking is "will my audience of japanese speakers want to watch this?" These guys could give a rats's ass about whether or not it makes sense to Americans or whether they would want to watch it. All of that is just extra. The original language tracks will be in Japanese even if it "makes sense" to have an English track. Would it make sense to have InuYasha only in Japanese with no dub because it's in the feudal era of Japan because it "makes sense?" Of course not, that's silly.

I personally watch subs because it's the closest way for me to get what the producer originally intended the audience to see next to learning Japanese (which I am...slowly, but surely). When you get a dub you are getting what somebody else is interpreting and then interpreting yourself. I find that in dubs more often than subs there is a localization factor where they'll change what the character is saying in order for it to make sense to the viewers instead of sticking to what was actually being said. There are some decent dubs out there but it seems that the majority of the dubs are half-assed and that the people aren't doing it because they love it but more because it puts food on the table. In Japan it's a big thing to be a good voice actor and they have schools training people for this stuff. People are always complaining about how much anime costs and like I said previously, a lot of this cost is due to having to produce the dub. So if your a real cheapass you'd want to watch the sub and have no dubs :lol: And now I'm late for work lol.

[GuilewasNK]

People are always complaining about how much anime costs and like I said previously, a lot of this cost is due to having to produce the dub. So if your a real cheapass you'd want to watch the sub and have no dubs :lol: And now I'm late for work lol.

Compared to the VHS days, anime is very cheap right now. I don't know how many people are old enough to realize that.

[Masterkyo]

Still nothing catch my eyes :)

[DuelLadyS]

Day 05 - December 7th:
Vol.1 @ $13.99 each: Innocent Venus (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/74766/4/0/0) / Pumpkin Scissors (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75456/4/0/0) / Red Garden (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75202/4/0/0) / Venus Versus Virus (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75780/4/0/0) / Xenosaga (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/T0Ou6Tf5qmaNVnnNxE/browse/item/75206/4/0/0)

This is a bit of a twist- never seen multiple items for 1 day in these sales before.

I was planning to get Pumpkins Scissors soon anyway... but I'll wait to see what else comes up. Hopefully, I can nab it with something else and save a lil' on shipping...

[animemaniac14]

MAN THERE WERE SOOOO MANY MORE GOOD DEALS LAST YEAR...TRSI is really lacking this yr :( sad...

[Rei no Otaku]

Answer this question if you will. How in the world can anime characters who are clearly caucasian/white speaking in Japanese more original? It's not even their first language. I'm still a novice when it comes to anime, but I'm certain that there are plenty of available titles whereby the characters are in fact caucasin/white.

Here's an example:

Emma, Victorian Romance DVD Collection

This series will be available at this current stage in subtitled format (no english track). Care to explain how these characters, who are clearly caucasin, speaking Japanese is more original or is better heard in Japanese? This is just one example. This is clearly one title that highly deserves an English audio track.

http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/oMGQzVW7RDrQfvZPYX/browse/item/75106/4/0/0

http://youtube.com/watch?v=CRA0UAev3h4

In regards to dubs versus subs....

The reason English audio dubbed track sounds funny or different to the original Japanese cast is because the languages, dialect and how the respective languages are spoken are completely different. Someone who does not speak a lick of Spanish whilst listening to a Spanish speaking individual will obviously find it "different." Someone who does not speak a lick of French whilst listening to a French speaking individual will obviously find it "different." Fansubs are in Japanese audio with English subs, and hence come time to watch a dubbed version, it sounds *different* A devoted subtitled fan will obviously prefer the "Japanese audio-and language preference subtitled" format. Anime fans are usually exposed to fansubs first and foremost, hence your ears are more accustomed to Japanese vocals. The Japanese track is automatically said to be the "original" and supposedly better.

Fansubs is the root of all evils

Without fansubs, anime fans would have to either learn the Japanese language OR buy/rent their respective region releases when it comes out on English audio (or the language of preference) where you'd be able to actually understand what's being communicated by the characters without reading. Yes the original work is still Japanese, but in the cases lacking fansubs, definition of what's *original* in a sense, changes. Those who don't understand a lick of Japanese will be forced to watch animes in English audio (or Spanish or French or whatever) for comprehension. It is this audio track that will be the *original*. The preference factor dies. You now *can't* prefer the Japanese track because there are no subtitles to aid your understanding. You'd be saying "Why the heck do I want to watch anime in Japanese (keep in mind no subtitles); why the heck do I want to watch something where I don't comprehend what's being said?"
Ok... That's nice and all, but it still all comes down to the fact that it was originally recorded in Japanese. It has nothing to do with where the show takes place. The director chose Japanese voices for his show, and that's what he obviously wants it viewed in. It's not like there hasn't been anime that was chosen to be in English as the primary language (Vampire Hunter D Bloodlust for example).

I have nothing against dubs, but I was just saying that if it can get me the show cheaper and quicker, I'll gladly do without them putting a dub track in there. Selfish of me? Yup. But I'm getting what I want, so whatever.

I think someone brought up a good point in that it depends on when you grew up, and how you were first exposed to anime. I didn't grow up with Cartoon Network, and my first exposure was buying fansub VHS tapes or sometimes just raw tapes (we would then print the script out, and read it while watching the show).

Oh yeah, and this sale sucks ass so far.

[georox]

Want WitchBlade sale, kthx. Otherwise chances are I won't order jack.

[Rihan]

5 days of crappy deals :roll:

I don't want to get too OT again but at least it's more interesting than these uninteresting deals.

To harp on the sub/dub conversation, first and foremost anime is a japanese thing. When the anime producers pick a series the first thing they are thinking is "will my audience of japanese speakers want to watch this?" These guys could give a rats's ass about whether or not it makes sense to Americans or whether they would want to watch it. All of that is just extra. The original language tracks will be in Japanese even if it "makes sense" to have an English track. Would it make sense to have InuYasha only in Japanese with no dub because it's in the feudal era of Japan because it "makes sense?" Of course not, that's silly.


Sorry, but with the state of the anime industry right now, this is becoming more and more irrelivent. The Japanese animation studios are relying more and more on U.S. anime distributors for financial backing. And yes, while there are some bad dubs out there, most of the people working on these shows DO care about it. The majority of them are fans are just like everyone who is watching it.

I wish people would just pick a side and stick with it and stop trying to insist they are right. You all are getting as bad as the fucking religious nutjobs who insist you are going to hell. This issue has been driven into the ground and you all just need to give it a fucking rest. You want to READ your anime? Fine. But I'm going to continue WATCHING it.

[Killer Rabbit]

You know what? I don't care whether or not I have to read subtitles. I'm going to listen to whichever voice work is better for a particular series, be it Japanese or English.

Some series have a Japanese dub that is much better than the English dub, and some series have a really great English dub. For some shows, the Japanese and English voice work is about the same quality, for better or worse. I suppose if both dubs are really good, I usually would listen to the English dub. If both dubs are really bad, then I guess it just depends--sometimes not being able to understand the voice work can be a good thing.

[Brian9824]

Some dub's ARE really bad though. One of the worst dubs that come to mind is Love Hina. Others are for the most part good with shows like My-Hime, Bleach, etc having most of the cast doing great jobs and 1-2 that sound off.

Others shows like Full Metal Alchemist are damn near perfect and even the most anti-dub fan will tend to agree that the dub is good. The main problem I have with people who say dubs are bad is unless you are fluent in japanese you have no idea how it SHOULD sound.

[GuilewasNK]

The main problem I have with people who say dubs are bad is unless you are fluent in japanese you have no idea how it SHOULD sound.

That's my only real issue as well.

Here's to hoping the next item on this sale shakes up this conversation. :D

[strawberryshortcake]

Some dub's ARE really bad though. One of the worst dubs that come to mind is Love Hina. Others are for the most part good with shows like My-Hime, Bleach, etc having most of the cast doing great jobs and 1-2 that sound off.

Others shows like Full Metal Alchemist are damn near perfect and even the most anti-dub fan will tend to agree that the dub is good. The main problem I have with people who say dubs are bad is unless you are fluent in japanese you have no idea how it SHOULD sound.

I will see if I can find an English audio version of Love Hina; I'll get back to you on whether the dub sucks or not. Care to name a few others so that I can give you my verdict. Great point on the last note.



That's my only real issue as well.

Here's to hoping the next item on this sale shakes up this conversation. :D
I think a "fan suggested vote" would be incredible (I don't recall if I already mentioned it)

I am heavily *hoping* for a stellar deal on (but highly doubt it):
(1) Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya - LIMITED EDITION version. There are currently 4 Volumes out on market.

http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/3HI4RexHAfTJn6pzyM/browse/search/5/4/0/0/results/desc/asc/50/1

[Filbert]

...sometimes not being able to understand the voice work can be a good thing.

Interestingly enough, after listening to both the Japanese and English for Cowboy Bebop I prefered the English for every main character except Ed. Hearing cheerful non-sensical bable and yet "understanding" it via the subtitles was much more enjoyable than the youthful English voice.

[Brian9824]

I should also mention that in cases of shows like My-Hime there was some controversy over Natsuki having a Southern accent in the show. People fluent in japanese reported that in the japanese dub she has an Osaka accent which is often translated as a southern accent for US dub.

Alot of people didn't realize she had the osaka accent and thought her voice acting was bad when it actually did a good job.

I can't think of many bad dubs off hand. I know my friends have a massive list though. Love Hina's dub isn't the worst but combined with a plot and story that fails around disc 3 its just the final nail in the coffin.

[SpikeSpiegel]

I'm not entirely sure you need to be fluent in Japanese to realize that things like tone and inflection hit the mark in the Japanese originals as opposed to their English counterparts which often times don't. (I'm not saying all anime in their original versions necessarily never mess it up!)
Goddamn it if the character is yelling I want him/her to sound like it, and hell I think I get the idea that they are even if I'm not fluent in the language.

Personally, I think I can decide if I want to be a purist for some series and a dub watcher for others because I feel I can gauge if a voice fits the character or not even if I'm not fluent in the language.

[GrilledWitOnions]

I personally watch subs because it's the closest way for me to get what the producer originally intended the audience to see next to learning Japanese (which I am...slowly, but surely). When you get a dub you are getting what somebody else is interpreting and then interpreting yourself. I find that in dubs more often than subs there is a localization factor where they'll change what the character is saying in order for it to make sense to the viewers instead of sticking to what was actually being said.I know this was like a page back, but this was an interesting point and I wanted to throw in my 2 cents. Saying that a sub is preferred over dub because it has less alterations may not be accurate. Someone is translating the Japanese language to English, and, especially in the case of a fansub, it may be done incorrectly; fansubbers are usually unpaid and while I'm sure they do their best, there is no reason for quality control; it's all about getting an ep out first. Another thing to consider is that localization and such that you mentioned before is NOT always a bad thing; it's often done to preserve the intent and meaning of the Japanese. Now of course dubbing will be a little more off than a sub simply because Japanese and English mouth movements don't match up, sentences can be longer/shorter, etc, so I agree a sub is preferred in most cases; but if a dub is done correctly it will capture the intent. Word for word translation often won't make sense.

[SpikeSpiegel]

I know this was like a page back, but this was an interesting point and I wanted to throw in my 2 cents. Saying that a sub is preferred over dub because it has less alterations may not be accurate. Someone is translating the Japanese language to English, and, especially in the case of a fansub, it may be done incorrectly; fansubbers are usually unpaid and while I'm sure they do their best, there is no reason for quality control; it's all about getting an ep out first. Another thing to consider is that localization and such that you mentioned before is NOT always a bad thing; it's often done to preserve the intent and meaning of the Japanese. Now of course dubbing will be a little more off than a sub simply because Japanese and English mouth movements don't match up, sentences can be longer/shorter, etc, so I agree a sub is preferred in most cases; but if a dub is done correctly it will capture the intent. Word for word translation often won't make sense. You also have to consider the professionals doing your subs on DVD releases. I'm sure it's possible that a fansubber can be way more talented than a hired subber, I don't doubt the possibility at all. Sure there is quality control but they're still just people and to what level of quality are they actually held to? As long as it makes sense perhaps some companies see that as quality enough. Does the dialogue need to be extensively translated to match same level of quality and intelligence in the original which may have by the way been more accurately translated by the subbers. I think this could even apply to dubs too, lines jsut might read better in fansubs than they do in retail subs or even dubs.

Now is this idea of mine realistic? Not entirely, but there is talent out there that surpasses the level of "professionals" and I've seen it before.

[Filbert]

The argument that watching subs is closer to the intended experience is faulty. If an anime was made with English as the original vocal work, then later subbed into Japanese for their audience would the Japanese viewers appreciate it as the "original context". I think being able to experience the voices along with the visuals and not needing to take your eyes away from the visuals to understand is an important aspect of the intended experience. So an English dub is very close to the experience the Japanese audience gets, watching something in their naitive language.

The above is why I prefer a dub if it's not horrendous, or if I haven't already grown accustom to the Japanese voice actors.

[GuilewasNK]

I will see if I can find an English audio version of Love Hina; I'll get back to you on whether the dub sucks or not. Care to name a few others so that I can give you my verdict. Great point on the last note.




I think a "fan suggested vote" would be incredible (I don't recall if I already mentioned it)

I am heavily *hoping* for a stellar deal on (but highly doubt it):
(1) Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya - LIMITED EDITION version. There are currently 4 Volumes out on market.

http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/3HI4RexHAfTJn6pzyM/browse/search/5/4/0/0/results/desc/asc/50/1

Although I already bought all the LE Haruhi Volumes the day they were released, I hope a deal comes through for you. It's a really fun show and deserves a deal so more people can buy it.

[GrilledWitOnions]

You also have to consider the professionals doing your subs on DVD releases. I'm sure it's possible that a fansubber can be way more talented than a hired subber, I don't doubt the possibility at all. Sure there is quality control but they're still just people and to what level of quality are they actually held to? As long as it makes sense perhaps some companies see that as quality enough. Does the dialogue need to be extensively translated to match same level of quality and intelligence in the original which may have by the way been more accurately translated by the subbers. I think this could even apply to dubs too, lines jsut might read better in fansubs than they do in retail subs or even dubs.

Now is this idea of mine realistic? Not entirely, but there is talent out there that surpasses the level of "professionals" and I've seen it before.Oh absolutely; I wasn't trying to say a professional sub is always better than a fansub, but was just saying a fansub, to me, seems more likely to falter, since they have no reason (besides credibility), to do it perfect. I know most will strive for perfection, and I watch fansubs all the time. Anyway, real point was, whether fansub or pro sub or dub, it's all about intent to me. If it gets the point across, I don't mind how it comes across. Of course having an English dub+sub to compare to makes this easy to see sometimes, as a dub can say something completely different than the sub; I think Myazaki's movies tend to have subs for English and Japanese, which I find funny. I guess if you're hearing impaired you might need the English... but then why not just watch the Jap anyway?

[Killer Rabbit]

The main problem I have with people who say dubs are bad is unless you are fluent in japanese you have no idea how it SHOULD sound.

That's true, but only to a certain extent. The actual translation can be spotty, but you don't need to understand Japanese to recognize bad acting, or a good performance. There are cultural notes that might be lost in translation (such as the Kansai accent that has already been mentioned), but the quality of a voice actor's work isn't dependant on whether or not you are fluent in the language he/she is speaking. A bad Japanese actor is a bad actor, period. Obviously, the reverse is true for good voice actors.

The quality of a translation is debatable, but really it's only debatable if you know Japanese. However, an English voice actor isn't translating the Japanese performance. He/she is reading the translated script, and playing his/her role. How they want to interpret the role is up to them, but actors aren't experts in Japanese cultural notes.

Translations aside, I can decide for myself if I don't like an American voice actor's performance. Case in point: I generally considered the Japanese acting for Neon Genesis Evangelion to be pretty good. However, the English dub was inferior, in my opinion, because I found the performance of several actors (Asuka's and Shinji's) to be rather grating. I don't care how accurate their performance was; the English dub got annoying.

Still, it can be tough to interpret a Japanese actor's work. Aya Hirano's role as Haruhi Suzumiya was fantastic. Haruhi's English actor was pretty good, but I still liked the Japanese version better.

[Brian9824]

I also want to mention there are some cases where english translation is BETTER then original. It's not common but the best one that comes to mine is Bleach.

The english translation into Soul Reaper has been said to be superior to the japanese word for it by Tite Kubo. This is often the exception but something to keep in mind.

[bigl523]

I just remembered some TERRIBLE dubs. They aren't from an anime but from a video game. Final Fantasy X. The person who did Yuna was atrocious, she was like some kind of emo robot on depressants. The other characters weren't much better. The same goes for FFXII. As for a bad translation, I had on the japanese voice actors for Disgaea 2 and the translators definitely took some liberties with that one (ZAM anyone?).

A good dub I just remembered was Princess Mononoke. They did a very good job on that one. The rest I just can't listen to as I already have the original Japanese voices stuck in my head and the dubs just sound "weird."

In the end I think we all have personal preferences and no matter how much we argue on the internet I don't think anyone's personal opinion is going to change.

Back OT, I would like to see some Haruhi specials as well, I really enjoyed that anime.

[Filbert]

I think FLCL's dub was well done. Of course I've never listened to the Japanese tracks. I really should pop those DVDs in and give it a try. I just remember reading about how pleased the director was with the English voice actor for Haruko.

[WTK]

Day 06 - December 8th:
Big O DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74081/4/0/0) / Big O II DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74868/4/0/0)

[DuelLadyS]

Yeesh- halfway through and basically all crap.

And I got a nice big paycheck this week and everything... :cry:

[hiccupleftovers]

Day 06 - December 8th:
Big O DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74081/4/0/0) / Big O II DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74868/4/0/0)

I lost my spot over the argument on dubs/subs. I'll have to find my spot and read what others have posted. Anyway, on to this deal, which basically sucks. For starters, I already own Big O. Secondly, I think I've seen Big O this cheap before in their weekly sales, so this isn't that much of a deal.

WEAK.

[GuilewasNK]

Day 06 - December 8th:
Big O DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74081/4/0/0) / Big O II DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $18.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/74868/4/0/0)

Now that is an AWESOME deal! I am biased though because Big O is probably my second favorite show ever. Too bad I already bought both seasons years ago (at full retail). Great dub. :)

I might get that as a gift for my sister though.

[Javil]

Now that is an AWESOME deal! I am biased though because Big O is probably my second favorite show ever. Too bad I already bought both seasons years ago (at full retail). Great dub. :)I agree completely. Big O is an absolutely phenomenal series, and I'm glad to see it represented in this sale despite my already owning both seasons. I can't give this anime enough praise. It's that good.

[richyanks]

eh the page wont update todays deal for me :( I hope they have a deal this week for Air TV along with the movie that comes out tuesday, Nerima Daikon Brothers,
Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, or Seed Destiny. That would get me spending some dough

[animemaniac14]

im sure the deals will get better by the end of this sale...and im not sure if Big O is a good deal but im strangely tempted enough to bite on the 1st season...

[ChibiJosh]

I would love to pick up Big O, but that anime legends thing is preventing me from it. It would throw off the aesthetics of my shelf.

[Dead of Knight]

I would love to pick up Big O, but that anime legends thing is preventing me from it. It would throw off the aesthetics of my shelf.
:roll:

[Alien Spider]

:roll:

lol my thought exactly.

Anyway, great deal on the Big O sets IMO. I paid about that much total (a little less for the first season, little more for the second season) for the original boxsets, and even then one of the sets I bought used.

[ChibiJosh]

:roll:

I also refuse to buy thinpaks.
Just like I refuse to buy player's choice/greatest hits games.

[strawberryshortcake]

I would love to pick up Big O, but that anime legends thing is preventing me from it. It would throw off the aesthetics of my shelf.



:roll:



I also refuse to buy thinpaks.
Just like I refuse to buy player's choice/greatest hits games.



I actually completely understand what ChibiJosh is talking about. I am the same way. It's all in the aesthetics (and obviously the shows themselves). That's why there are different special edition packaging not just in the anime world either.

Often times, thinpacks and other economic packs has content omitted from the DVD. Plus the larger boxsets looks better on display.

[animemaniac14]

I actually completely understand what ChibiJosh is talking about. I am the same way. It's all in the aesthetics (and obviously the shows themselves). That's why there are different special edition packaging not just in the anime world either.

Often times, thinpacks and other economic packs has content omitted from the DVD. Plus the larger boxsets looks better on display.

i agree that anime boxes that hold the original singles look 10x better on display than thinpaks...and thats why most of my anime dvds are IN the anime box sets...however, thinpaks are always a good route to take given they're design and price :-D

[Ndolger]

I'll agree about "Player's Choice" titles, but for anime? Hmm...

I suppose it's just because I really like the Anime Legends boxes...they're so small...yet all the EXTRAS are intact; unlike ADV's oddly shaped and never consistent packaging, without the extra material.

Seriously, could you imagine if a videogame company took out a few levels and released a "thinpack" version? Who the hell would ever buy that?

On topic...a decent deal today. Too bad I hate Big O. I really have no idea what is so appealing about this show...mechs and a lame story? No thanks. Seriously what am I not getting? I've seen about 80% of the show, and it's like watching a poor man's batman with mechs. I'll stick with Gundam if I want to watch mechs.

[GuilewasNK]

I also refuse to buy thinpaks.
Just like I refuse to buy player's choice/greatest hits games.

I with you on not buying ADV thinpaks. However, it isn't because of how it looks, its because they leave out bonus material compared to the regular releases. That's why I paid a CAG for the regular version of Azumanga Daioh instead of the stripped thinpak.

*edt* Ndolger said the same thing.

Ndolger, I tend to dislike mech shows, but Roger Smith and Dorothy Wayneright are great characters IMO. The story is bananas, but most of the characters are endearing to me. Plus, the Black Megadeus is badass. :)

[WTK]

Day 07 - December 9th: Rumbling Hearts DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/77025/4/0/0)

[Killer Rabbit]

Things are looking grim.

But still, thanks WTK.

[hiccupleftovers]

Uggghhh....this has just been an absolutely awful sale.

Beh...when will this sale equate to last year's decent sale or to two years' ago great sale.

I still have some of my emails from last year, so where are the good deals like Vision of Escaflowne, Genshiken, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Inuyasha (season sets, not just for the movies which are overpriced), etc.

[strawberryshortcake]

Why didn't rightstuf offer the entire "Rumbling Hearts" boxset that includes the collector's artbox instead of this bundle?








Day 07 - December 9th: Rumbling Hearts DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/kXktqrNG7s6F0BAsvy/browse/item/77025/4/0/0)
I think I might have to skip this one as well, but I *think* I might want it. I've got to either netflix this series or locate some individual clips via the web. A series I would consider possibly getting but the offering of the bundle set instead of the box set automaticallly screams no sale.

Unless of course Shawn/Rightstuf wants me to spend a total of $30.00 plus shipping cost (~$3.00).
(A) $19.99 = bundle vol. 1, 2, 3
(B) $9.99 = collector's artbox with volume 1



*****DOES AMAZON.COM include tax? I haven't ordered from amazon in a long time.******

AMAZON.COM: "Rumbling Hearts" boxset at $24.99 down at Amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/Rumbling-Hearts-Box-Set/dp/B000S1KUMY/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1197184105&sr=8-1


Rightstuf: Volume 1 + artbox: $9.99 (currently as of 12-8-07)
http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/1X3=TqBq2JqgU0x6kj/browse/item/71559/4/0/0

Rightstuf: Volume 1, 2, 3 bundle: $19.99
http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/1X3=TqBq2JqgU0x6kj/browse/item/77025/4/0/0
___________________________

Rightstuf Total approximately $30.00 = Rumbling Hearts artbox w/ Vol 1. + (bundle: Vol 1,2,3)

VS.

Total approximately $24.99 + tax???? + S/H??? = boxset at down at Amazon.com

[DuelLadyS]

I'm kinda-sorta tempted by this once (less than $10 a DVD= good)... but I've never really wanted to see this show. Plus, seeing that Amazon link kinda kills the deal for an artbox-junkie like me. (As far as I know, Amazon doesn't charge tax.)

[eau]

Is it correct that the $25 Rumbling Hearts box set from amazon contains the same box + DVDs as rightstuf's $30 V.1 art box + DVD bundles? That is, the box set is just a factory bundle of all 3 DVDs in the same box, right?

I heard this is a very good show (just not for children). If so, I might just pick it up from amazon :)

[mtgrungoblins]

Is it correct that the $25 Rumbling Hearts box set from amazon contains the same box + DVDs as rightstuf's $30 V.1 art box + DVD bundles? That is, the box set is just a factory bundle of all 3 DVDs in the same box, right?

I heard this is a very good show (just not for children). If so, I might just pick it up from amazon :)

If it says box set, it's probably got the same art box. I ordered the whole set from Rightstuf a while ago and it was shrinkwrapped with the other 2 volumes in it. Plus, I've seen this set on sale at Fry's in the same packaging. You should get it from Amazon if you want it. That's the best deal I've seen for it.

[imascrub]

aw man Rumbling Hearts for $20 without the box. I picked up the box for $33 after using 30 or 40% off on Funimation titles a couple months back. That box is hardly worth $10, though it is quite sturdy. lol

Oh well. I haven't opened up the dvds yet either..still in their shrinkwrap, though I took the wrap off the box.


The boxset is basically just the 3 individual dvds with the extra box that came with the Vol. 1 extra. Nothing added or taken out as far as I know in terms of discs/content. Amazon doesn't charge tax (for practically every state I think) and you get free shipping on most orders over $25. But seeing as how it's 24.99, you'd need to find some filler to get that free shipping, otherwise I don't know how much Amazon shipping is normally.

[Kirin Lemon]

Rumbling Hearts is an absolutely fantastic show, and whether you get it from RightStuf or Amazon, everyone should jump on it for those prices.

[bigl523]

Not to dump on Right Stuf's sale but I just wanted to let people know that they could pick up volume 1 of Haruhi (standard edition) at fye.com for $12 ($10.79 if your a member). I thnk amazon has it for $27. Just because I've seen some people wanting Haruhi deals in this thread.

http://www.fye.com/The-Melancholy-of-Haruhi-Suzumiya--Vol--1-Front-Page_stcVVproductId10618927VVcatId455366VVviewprod .htm

[Rei no Otaku]

Rumbling Hearts is horrible. One of the main characters is one of the most despicable characters I've ever seen, and apparently you're stupposed to sympathize with her. Add onto that the horribly out of place comedy bits in the resturant, and the ending which made me want to punch kittens.

I guess liking this show hinges on how well you deal with someone who gets drunk all the time, cheats on her boyfriend, selfishly causes her best friend to fall into a coma, and then seduces that friend's boyfriend. Then on top of that you're supposed to be happy for her in the end. Fuck that.

[GuilewasNK]

Rumbling Hearts is horrible. One of the main characters is one of the most despicable characters I've ever seen, and apparently you're stupposed to sympathize with her. Add onto that the horribly out of place comedy bits in the resturant, and the ending which made me want to punch kittens.

I guess liking this show hinges on how well you deal with someone who gets drunk all the time, cheats on her boyfriend, selfishly causes her best friend to fall into a coma, and then seduces that friend's boyfriend. Then on top of that you're supposed to be happy for her in the end. Fuck that.

Wow. Sounds crazy.

[Grico]

well i picked it up last nite when they posted it. Although I am regretting it a bit in the morning now. It is a decent enough price (less than 7 per dvd) but the amazon price with box makes it seem pretty medicore as a deal.

[mtgrungoblins]

Wow. Sounds crazy.

Yeah, it's a pretty crazy show. But the story sucked me in when I watched it. I was watching the first episode thinking it was going to be a generic harem anime show. As I was watching it, I thought to myself, "Man, this is going to be the same crap all over again." So proven wrong after the first episode.

[strawberryshortcake]

Not to dump on Right Stuf's sale but I just wanted to let people know that they could pick up volume 1 of Haruhi (standard edition) at fye.com for $12 ($10.79 if your a member). I thnk amazon has it for $27. Just because I've seen some people wanting Haruhi deals in this thread.

http://www.fye.com/The-Melancholy-of-Haruhi-Suzumiya--Vol--1-Front-Page_stcVVproductId10618927VVcatId455366VVviewprod .htm


An absolutely stellar price and thanks for the deal; two thumbs big up.

Unfortunately it's simply the standard version. The limited edition is actually the one to get despite the higher price. It is with the Limited Edition that supplies fan with two (2) DVD disc. But the important thing to note is that it's not simply another special feature disc; the 2nd disc likely has EVEN higher value to those who caught the series originally. Plus the Limited Edition comes supplied with the important Collector's Artbox to house the other volumes.

Although I haven't seen the series nor a full episode, the single disc has the episodes played in *chronological* order -- some fans believe that this damages the integrity of the original broadcast. Accordingly, Haruhi is suppose to be "told out of order intentionally." (I have seen clips and believe this is a must own series; the animation is by far better than most anime out there especially considering it's a television long series)

The 2nd disc found only within the Limited Edition packaging gives fans the opportunity to enjoy the series in non-chronological order. It must also be realized that the 2nd disc is only available in Japanese audio with English subtitles; there is absolutley no stand alone English audio track on the 2nd disc. The 1st disc has the awesome option for the English language track but the difference being the playback in chronological order.

I'm a English DUB supporter all the way, but would still rather have that limited edition set.


http://www.amazon.com/review/product/B000NVT0PM/ref=cm_cr_pr_link_next_2?%5Fencoding=UTF8&pageNumber=2&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending

By Vey (http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/A38YBXMJERD380/ref=cm_cr_rdp_pdp) www.amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com) reviewer

"The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya is an excellent series, one of the best to come out of Japan in quite some time, and a personal favorite. And the extras in the box set are impressive. So why am I giving it such a low rating? Because Bandai and Kadokawa Pictures USA have made what I consider a rather poor decision in the English release. The episodes are presented IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER!!! Why is this a problem? Because Haruhi is told out of order intentionally. This significantly adds to the mystery of the show, and gives it quite a powerful ending (as compared to the chronological end of the series, which appears mid series in broadcast form, and is rather dull). Each episode beyond the first ends with the two main characters, Kyon and Haruhi, vocally battling over the next episode's number; which makes for a humorous, if initially confusing, preview. This is all gone! Most fans of the show saw it first in fansub form in the original broadcast order. These DVDs are presented in chronological order like the Japanese DVD release. That release was heavily criticized by the show's very large fan base (Haruhi was one of Japan's two biggest Anime releases last year, deservedly so). I don't know what they were thinking then or now. "

From what I have read, the above individual is absolutely right and has validity for his disgust given that the 2nd disc supplied on the Limited Edition version is only availabe in Japanese audio, played *supposedly* in more desirable non-chronological order.


By Porcupine (http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/A1UU6ETAY6TBRH/ref=cm_cr_rev_detpdp) www.amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com) reviewer

"Regarding the order of the episodes, it's nothing to complain about. The Japanese DVD release was in the same order. Furthermore, the chronological order and DVD order and broadcast order are not really any different at this point in time (the first 4 episodes only). The changes become more dramatic later on. Right now, it's only a 1 episode difference (baseball episode postponed, I think) which is nothing.

Also, the Special Editions of Haruhi are supposed to come with a 2nd DVD that has the episodes in broadcast order, starting with the next volume. If that's true then you should have nothing to complain about, but it hasn't come out yet so I dunno for sure."


By Aldrich Bautista (http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/A34HM9LCHELACG/ref=cm_cr_rev_detpdp) www.amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/) reviewer

Check out the ASOS Brigade's website. VOL 2 thru 4 of the special edition WILL include a special DVD in the Original broadcast order:
http://asosbrigade.com/oplet01/

So if you buy all the special editions you are effectively buying two DVD sets. One in Broadcast Order the other Original Japanese DVD release order.

BTW, I enjoyed their little videos on the site. Also despite some of the hickups, I still enjoyed the SOS Brigade Invasion Tour at Anime Expo 2007.

[GuilewasNK]

I agree with everything strawberryshortcake said. I got all the LE's and have enjoyed them a great deal.

[Rei no Otaku]

Well the first volume of the limited edition does not come with an extra DVD. Those don't start until volume 2. So if what you mainly want it for is the broadcast order, you can get the standard first volume.

[SpikeSpiegel]

If you wanted to watch them out of order wouldn't it be cheaper to simply collect all the standard volumes and then watch in the wrong (right) order? Or is there something I'm failing to understand here....

[strawberryshortcake]

Well the first volume of the limited edition does not come with an extra DVD. Those don't start until volume 2. So if what you mainly want it for is the broadcast order, you can get the standard first volume.

EDIT: But don't you get a nice spiffy collector's artbox that ultimately houses all forthcoming volumes with the Limited Edition release?


Everything below is pre-edit:

So are you saying (or anyone else for that matter, GuilewasNK chime in if you know :bouncy: ):

(1) The standard 1 disc edition, has the series in in broadcast order and not chronological? Is the broadcast order in English audio OR Japanese with subtitles?
(2) Limited Edition: What's exactly in it? Because from the impression I got through reading, I thought it was supplying two DVDs, one in *chronological *english dialogue and the other bonus disc in *broadcast* order but with Japanese audio with subtitles?


The following is new to me prior to the above few post.


By Pg-chan www.amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com) reviewer:

The special editions of this series are pricey, but you're getting a lot for your money. The only serious complaint I had was the decision on both sides to release the episodes in chronological order, rather than broadcast order. Originally they were shown on Japanese TV in scrambled order. The preview trailers (with Kyon and Haruhi arguing about which episode was next) told you what number episode the next would be. These previews have been replaced by Nagano giving a humorously repetitious tagline. Due to fan request, starting with set two, extras will include an extra dvd with all the episodes in original broadcast order.




If you wanted to watch them out of order wouldn't it be cheaper to simply collect all the standard volumes and then watch in the wrong (right) order? Or is there something I'm failing to understand here....

I guess that would be appropriate too, however, there's alway something about simply pressing "play" and go, instead of having to figet with the chapter selection feature.

[bigl523]

you don't need the limited edition of the first dvd because the "broadcast" discs didn't ship until volume 2 limited edition as an extra disc. the broadcast discs have more episodes per disc thus why they only need 3 discs instead of the chronological 4 which also have all the extras in them. if you wanted to have the broadcast order and chrono order you wouldn't NEED to buy the limited edition first disc as that just has a pretty box, some cd's, and some other stuff.

[strawberryshortcake]

If you wanted to watch them out of order wouldn't it be cheaper to simply collect all the standard volumes and then watch in the wrong (right) order? Or is there something I'm failing to understand here....

SOMEONE PLEASE MAKE CORRECTIONS ON WHAT I'M ABOUT TO SAY.

I guess that would be appropriate too, however, there's alway something about simply pressing "play" and go, instead of having to figet with the chapter selection feature. There actually might be more to it than simply the playback of *non-chronological* order with the *broadcast* ordered version.

My assumption is that the two characters shown at the end of each episodes argues and disagrees on which episode should come next. One wins out and it is that specific episode is played.

Example: (I have not seen the series, so this is simply an estimated guess)
1) At the end of episode 2, Character A and B argues over whether episode 12 or 7 or 5 or 4 should come next
2) Character B saids episode 7 should come next, and so by default episode 7 is broadcast.
3) My guess is that on the standard *chronological* ordered disc, *the argument/debate* is removed.

[bigl523]

in the broadcast order haruhi says the next episode is going to be 7 whereas kyon says it's going to be 4. 7 is where the episode should be chronologically but 4 is where it's being played for the broadcast.

so chronologically its episode 7, but for the sake of the tv broadcast it's episode 4.

[Killer Rabbit]

Here's a helpful list of which DVD's have which episodes. It helps show the difference between the broadcast and chronological orders. http://asosbrigade.com/oplet01/

It seems like just getting the LE version of Volumes 2 & 3 will get you all but two episodes. (1-10 in broadcast order, plus 13 & 14 from the chronological order Vol. 2 dvd)

After that, you can just get Vol. 4 Standard to get the last two episodes, or the LE version if you want your extras. Plus volume one LE if you want that box + extras.

Deep discount has volume three (http://www.deepdiscount.com/viewproduct.htm?productId=20726884) really cheap, and volume two for a pretty good price. (http://www.deepdiscount.com/viewproduct.htm?productId=21023106)

Warehousedeals (Amazon.com) also has Vol. 2 & 4 available used. 4 is almost the same price as deepdiscount, but volume two (http://www.warehousedeals.com/The-Melancholy-of-Haruhi-Suzumiya-Volume/M/B000PY310M.htm) is $10 cheaper. It is listed as being slightly damaged, though. The site is legit, however, I haven't tried it.

[DuelLadyS]

SOMEONE PLEASE MAKE CORRECTIONS ON WHAT I'M ABOUT TO SAY.

I guess that would be appropriate too, however, there's alway something about simply pressing "play" and go, instead of having to figet with the chapter selection feature. There actually might be more to it than simply the playback of *non-chronological* order with the *broadcast* ordered version.

My assumption is that the two characters shown at the end of each episodes argues and disagrees on which episode should come next. One wins out and it is that specific episode is played.

Example: (I have not seen the series, so this is simply an estimated guess)
1) At the end of episode 2, Character A and B argues over whether episode 12 or 7 or 5 or 4 should come next
2) Character B saids episode 7 should come next, and so by default episode 7 is broadcast.
3) My guess is that on the standard *chronological* ordered disc, *the argument/debate* is removed.

You pretty much nailed it- the chronological episode trailers have no vocals (just music) and are, of course, re-arranged to match whatever episode is coming up next.

The broadcast trailers have Haruhi stating the episode number chronologically, then being corrected by Kyon, who gives the boradcast number. (I personally like the one for the 'Live Alive' episode- 'Coming up next is episode 12! No- coming up is episode 12. Wait, I guess that's right...' :D )

While technically, you could get the standard releases and watch them in broadcast order, it's not really worth it if you can afford the LEs. Doing the re-ordering would require multiple disc swaps in-between episodes, on top of the chapter switches. Plus, the LEs come with some neat stuff anyway.

[pete5883]

I couldn't believe the bitch-fest that resulted in releasing 2 sets of the same episodes, in a different order. The anime community amazes me sometimes.

[WTK]

Day 08 - December 10th: Initial D Season 1 DVD Box Set (Hyb): $29.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/0liDGs588qJJqS3H3g/browse/item/72011/4/0/0)

[hiccupleftovers]

Day 08 - December 10th: Initial D Season 1 DVD Box Set (Hyb): $29.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/0liDGs588qJJqS3H3g/browse/item/72011/4/0/0)

Decent, yet still lackluster. At least thing seems to be picking up and turning a corner.

[XxFuRy2Xx]

Did Funimation do the entire series? I'd rather not purchase it if I can't buy the other boxed sets.

[GuilewasNK]

Did Funimation do the entire series? I'd rather not purchase it if I can't buy the other boxed sets.
That was what I was thinking.

[WTK]

Did Funimation do the entire series? I'd rather not purchase it if I can't buy the other boxed sets.
FUNimation basically repackaged Initial D: First Stage (Boxset 1) and the Second Stage (Boxset 2) for Tokyopop in digipak format. They are getting the same treat as the two GTO collections that came out earlier this year. Anything beyond the Second Stage wasn't ever licensed to begin with.

[XxFuRy2Xx]

Thanks for the info WTK. Guess I won't be biting on this one.

[WTK]

Day 09 - December 11th: Tylor, Irresponsible Captain OVA Limited Edition Ultra DVD Box Set (Hyb): $24.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/GJX0wNQvZO0jENtRRZ/browse/item/67635/4/0/0)

[Grico]

Hmm, if it was the original TV series it might be worth it, but with no background with the series I will pass

[hiccupleftovers]

Day 09 - December 11th: Tylor, Irresponsible Captain OVA Limited Edition Ultra DVD Box Set (Hyb): $24.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/GJX0wNQvZO0jENtRRZ/browse/item/67635/4/0/0)

Toss up on this one. Still, not enough to get me to actually purchase something yet.

[animemaniac14]

3 more days...c'mon shawnek...pull a bit of a surprise one on us! MAKE OUR MOUTHS WATER...

[kitlink]

Day 09 - December 11th: Tylor, Irresponsible Captain OVA Limited Edition Ultra DVD Box Set (Hyb): $24.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/GJX0wNQvZO0jENtRRZ/browse/item/67635/4/0/0)

I've been meaning to get this for a few years now, so I might bite; plus the first star blazers box and sadamitsu the destroyer are on sale this week so i'll probably pick those up as well.

[DuelLadyS]

Good deal, but I already own both the Tylor boxes. :cry:

At this point, I'm just hoping the '+' part of the '12+' days gives some good fodder... At least something to pair with that Pumpkin Scissors DVD.

[Masterkyo]

Tylor, Irresponsible Captain OVA Limited Edition Ultra DVD Box Set $25. IT's good deal but not worth it cos it have no Ending. I recommanded TV set over OVA set. If u wanted good show w/o ENDING then go FOR IT.

[hero101]

Is the Big O worth buying?

[thelonepig]

Is the Big O worth buying?

Oh yeah.

It has a very American animation feel to it, I think. If you like The Batman, Justice League, etc. then you'll probably enjoy The Big O as well.

[WTK]

Day 10 - December 12th: Burst Angel DVD Box Set (Hyb): $39.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/UYJV1P=pxxZbmrjsQ-/browse/item/72777/4/0/0)

[hiccupleftovers]

Is the Big O worth buying?

Most definitely. It's probably the single most worthwhile thing to buy from this entire sale. I would get it, but I already own both.

Day 10 - December 12th: Burst Angel DVD Box Set (Hyb): $39.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/UYJV1P=pxxZbmrjsQ-/browse/item/72777/4/0/0)

Finally something that is kind of worth it. I've always wanted to check out this series. I might have to at this price, but I'm not sure yet. Any reviews of this show? I think I remember hearing mostly mixed reviews over it.

[Kirin Lemon]

Finally something that is kind of worth it. I've always wanted to check out this series. I might have to at this price, but I'm not sure yet. Any reviews of this show? I think I remember hearing mostly mixed reviews over it.
Boobs, guns, and explosions. Contrived garbage, and not worth your time.

Rumbling Hearts, on the other hand...

[GuilewasNK]

Burst Angel! I'll definitely order this.

[bigl523]

man, still nothing for me :(

[Dead of Knight]

How is Burst Angel? It sounds interesting, but I'm not sure if I'll like it or not.

[hero101]

I might just the buy the Big O. Bust Angel I might be interested in since Kirin doesn't like it. :lol:

[DuelLadyS]

How is Burst Angel? It sounds interesting, but I'm not sure if I'll like it or not.

While I'm not sure I'd go so far as to call it 'garbage', Kirin Lemon pretty much nailed the description. if you want to watch a bunch of half-dressed girls make things go 'boom' (occasionally with help from a giant robot), this could make for decent mindless entertainment. Of course, if you're after actual substance... might wanna look elsewhere.

For me, it's just another offer on something I already own... and I paid less than this price too.

[simpsonps121]

So far - nothing for me either. Wow - and I was in a buying mood. ;-)

Matthew

[Brian9824]

Well last year they added another 12 items at END of sale in addition to 12 during the sale so keep your eyes peeled. So far all I am intrested in is Captain Tylor one. That show is great but you really should have seen series first.

[strawberryshortcake]

How is Burst Angel? It sounds interesting, but I'm not sure if I'll like it or not.
I would suggest running a youtube search for actual clips from the series. I manage to find some yesterday and although I don't really have any input on content, I found the animation to be at least better than the majority of anime available--and I'm really picky about solid, fluid animation seeing as how I grew up on Disney and American cartoons, and recently added anime to my ever growing DVD collection.

Again, it's not the *best* animated, but at least it's not flooded with saturated static/still-frames. Run a search and the animation is actually digestable compared to many other anime available.

I still find American Cartoons to be several folds better than anime, especially when it boils down to solid, crisp, fluid moving animation. Note: Animation does NOT equal nice drawn artwork. A lot of anime fans usually get that mixed up.

[hiccupleftovers]

While I'm not sure I'd go so far as to call it 'garbage', Kirin Lemon pretty much nailed the description. if you want to watch a bunch of half-dressed girls make things go 'boom' (occasionally with help from a giant robot), this could make for decent mindless entertainment. Of course, if you're after actual substance... might wanna look elsewhere.

For me, it's just another offer on something I already own... and I paid less than this price too.

How did you get it for cheaper?

[dingo_stole_mybaby]

um I'm not sure if this has already been mentioned in this thread but there are quite a few websites that have the whole series or individual seasons of a wide variety of anime for around 20-40 dollars. I just moved from San Diego (out of the military yay!) and they had a physical store called Rising Sun Creations where you could buy the whole series of Cowboy Bebop or Trigun for around $30. I think they are some kind of high end bootlegs but they had the jap and english dubs and all the american dvd extras. The more recent shows like deathnote are very cheap as well, but only include the english subtitled versions because they havent fully recorded the american voices yet. After a while though these sets are updated with the american voices and extras with the killer prices. I can't believe I actually ever paid $30 for a dvd with 3-5 episodes of a show on it. One example of a website I'm debating ordering from is animearigato.com they have the whole deathnote series for $28. If you guys are worried about wonky engrish subtitles, all my naruto sets and other anime that I have gotten from sites like these have retained the humor of the shows. the only one that had a bad translation was samurai deeper kyo but that was 3 years ago and im sure the manufacturer issued a better set. I really hope this helps my fellow cags because it kills me to see parent s or anime fans themselves getting pillaged by places like Suncoast.
ok time for a sammich!

[GuilewasNK]

I still find American Cartoons to be several folds better than anime, especially when it boils down to solid, crisp, fluid moving animation. Note: Animation does NOT equal nice drawn artwork. A lot of anime fans usually get that mixed up.

Oh yeah, I agree with that in general.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53OyPYa7SEI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vBRl_jT9z0

I'm surprised Rightstuf doesn't sell JLU stuff.

[WTK]

um I'm not sure if this has already been mentioned in this thread but there are quite a few websites that have the whole series or individual seasons of a wide variety of anime for around 20-40 dollars. I just moved from San Diego (out of the military yay!) and they had a physical store called Rising Sun Creations where you could buy the whole series of Cowboy Bebop or Trigun for around $30. I think they are some kind of high end bootlegs but they had the jap and english dubs and all the american dvd extras. The more recent shows like deathnote are very cheap as well, but only include the english subtitled versions because they havent fully recorded the american voices yet. After a while though these sets are updated with the american voices and extras with the killer prices. I can't believe I actually ever paid $30 for a dvd with 3-5 episodes of a show on it. One example of a website I'm debating ordering from is animearigato.com they have the whole deathnote series for $28. If you guys are worried about wonky engrish subtitles, all my naruto sets and other anime that I have gotten from sites like these have retained the humor of the shows. the only one that had a bad translation was samurai deeper kyo but that was 3 years ago and im sure the manufacturer issued a better set. I really hope this helps my fellow cags because it kills me to see parent s or anime fans themselves getting pillaged by places like Suncoast.
ok time for a sammich! Way to support the anime industry by buying & promoting bootleg DVDs. BTW, there are good deals to be had @ FYE/Suncoast when the right promotion is running.

[Grico]

eh, for me burst angel never came together into anything really worth watching. The physical character designs are quite well done, taking into account some characters look like clones from previous Gonzo work. Personality wise though, most of the characters fall clearly on the annoying side. It's an ok action series if that is all you want from it and the price is decent enough, but if you are looking for any depth its a pass.

[Rihan]

um I'm not sure if this has already been mentioned in this thread but there are quite a few websites that have the whole series or individual seasons of a wide variety of anime for around 20-40 dollars. I just moved from San Diego (out of the military yay!) and they had a physical store called Rising Sun Creations where you could buy the whole series of Cowboy Bebop or Trigun for around $30. I think they are some kind of high end bootlegs but they had the jap and english dubs and all the american dvd extras. The more recent shows like deathnote are very cheap as well, but only include the english subtitled versions because they havent fully recorded the american voices yet. After a while though these sets are updated with the american voices and extras with the killer prices. I can't believe I actually ever paid $30 for a dvd with 3-5 episodes of a show on it. One example of a website I'm debating ordering from is animearigato.com they have the whole deathnote series for $28. If you guys are worried about wonky engrish subtitles, all my naruto sets and other anime that I have gotten from sites like these have retained the humor of the shows. the only one that had a bad translation was samurai deeper kyo but that was 3 years ago and im sure the manufacturer issued a better set. I really hope this helps my fellow cags because it kills me to see parent s or anime fans themselves getting pillaged by places like Suncoast.
ok time for a sammich!

What the fuck is wrong with you :twoguns: :fridge:

[pete5883]

I really hope this helps my fellow cags because it kills me to see parent s or anime fans themselves getting pillaged by places like Suncoast.
I'd rather give my money to Suncoast, who pays the licensing company, who pays the original creators, than pay some guy to steal it for me.

[Dead of Knight]

Looks like I'll pass on Burst Angel. Thanks guys.

[GuilewasNK]

um I'm not sure if this has already been mentioned in this thread but there are quite a few websites that have the whole series or individual seasons of a wide variety of anime for around 20-40 dollars. I just moved from San Diego (out of the military yay!) and they had a physical store called Rising Sun Creations where you could buy the whole series of Cowboy Bebop or Trigun for around $30. I think they are some kind of high end bootlegs but they had the jap and english dubs and all the american dvd extras. The more recent shows like deathnote are very cheap as well, but only include the english subtitled versions because they havent fully recorded the american voices yet. After a while though these sets are updated with the american voices and extras with the killer prices. I can't believe I actually ever paid $30 for a dvd with 3-5 episodes of a show on it. One example of a website I'm debating ordering from is animearigato.com they have the whole deathnote series for $28. If you guys are worried about wonky engrish subtitles, all my naruto sets and other anime that I have gotten from sites like these have retained the humor of the shows. the only one that had a bad translation was samurai deeper kyo but that was 3 years ago and im sure the manufacturer issued a better set. I really hope this helps my fellow cags because it kills me to see parent s or anime fans themselves getting pillaged by places like Suncoast.
ok time for a sammich!

http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/508/notagainpicardfo2.jpg

[WTK]

Day 11 - December 13th: Boys Over Flowers DVD Bargain Bundle (1-12) (Hyb): $89.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/Ho0MbgFNkExzD454Vv/browse/item/77028/4/0/0)

[DuelLadyS]

That one's a bit tempting... but honestly, I don't know a darn thing about that show. Anyone seen it?

How did you get it for cheaper?
Sheer luck- my sister happened upon all 6 Burst Angel DVDs, in all-but-new condition, at Gamestop during a 3 for $10 DVD sale.
If you factor in the cost of the vol. 1+box I order from Amazon later, The grand total's about $37.

um I'm not sure if this has already been mentioned in this thread but there are quite a few websites that have the whole series or individual seasons of a wide variety of anime for around 20-40 dollars.... I really hope this helps my fellow cags because it kills me to see parent s or anime fans themselves getting pillaged by places like Suncoast.

That's becuase those sites sell cheap Hong-Kong bootleg versions of the shows. They're completely illegal, usually produced by organized crime groups, and feature the worst possible quality material you can imagine (why clean it up? It's not like they paid for it.)

Considering a savvy shopper can usually find all but the newest shows in the $30-50 range for the legit stuff anyway, only the really stupid and/or grossly misinformed bother with bootlegs. The folks who care get the real deal. The others just download (also technically illegal and stolen, but you don't have to pay for it.)

[Dead of Knight]

That one's a bit tempting... but honestly, I don't know a darn thing about that show. Anyone seen it?

Funny you should ask.... Boys Over Flowers is one of my favorite anime ever. It's an old-school shojo romance, nothing more, nothing less. If you like the genre, it's wonderful. If you don't, you'll probably gouge your eyes out after the first episode. This is an awesome deal and I encourage anyone who likes shojo romance to jump on it. I paid $20-25 each for the DVDs when they first released.

PS: And if you think 12 DVDs is long for this type of anime, the manga is 36 volumes.... They've released up to #27 here, and yes, I have them all so far.

The wiki for this series offers a good summary of what this is all about, since my description is a bit short. The manga and anime are about the same for the beginning and middle, and then they start to diverge as the anime ends. The anime is MUCH shorter than the manga (36 volumes, duh). http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boys_Over_Flowers

[hiccupleftovers]

um I'm not sure if this has already been mentioned in this thread but there are quite a few websites that have the whole series or individual seasons of a wide variety of anime for around 20-40 dollars. I just moved from San Diego (out of the military yay!) and they had a physical store called Rising Sun Creations where you could buy the whole series of Cowboy Bebop or Trigun for around $30. I think they are some kind of high end bootlegs but they had the jap and english dubs and all the american dvd extras. The more recent shows like deathnote are very cheap as well, but only include the english subtitled versions because they havent fully recorded the american voices yet. After a while though these sets are updated with the american voices and extras with the killer prices. I can't believe I actually ever paid $30 for a dvd with 3-5 episodes of a show on it. One example of a website I'm debating ordering from is animearigato.com they have the whole deathnote series for $28. If you guys are worried about wonky engrish subtitles, all my naruto sets and other anime that I have gotten from sites like these have retained the humor of the shows. the only one that had a bad translation was samurai deeper kyo but that was 3 years ago and im sure the manufacturer issued a better set. I really hope this helps my fellow cags because it kills me to see parent s or anime fans themselves getting pillaged by places like Suncoast.
ok time for a sammich!

douche.

[hiccupleftovers]

Day 11 - December 13th: Boys Over Flowers DVD Bargain Bundle (1-12) (Hyb): $89.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/Ho0MbgFNkExzD454Vv/browse/item/77028/4/0/0)
And another to pass on. This one, plain and simple, doesn't interest me. What a weak year from TRS. I guess Burst Angel is something since Funimation stuff doesn't usually go on sale, but the rest is simply incomplete series for expensive prices, series I have or don't care about, and just expensive.

That one's a bit tempting... but honestly, I don't know a darn thing about that show. Anyone seen it?


Sheer luck- my sister happened upon all 6 Burst Angel DVDs, in all-but-new condition, at Gamestop during a 3 for $10 DVD sale.
If you factor in the cost of the vol. 1+box I order from Amazon later, The grand total's about $37.

The others just download (also technically illegal and stolen, but you don't have to pay for it.)
The only good movie(s) I have ever found at a Gamestop used was GitS Volume 1 in pretty much mint condition a few days after it had been released. I picked it up instnatly. Otherwise, most of the time all the EBs/Gamestops out here have terrible used conditioned movies. It really sucks because i see so many people on here find good deals on stuff at them, which is another thing that plagues our stores, they hardly have any good or tough to come by films. Just the usual bargain bin movies that you could pay the same amount for and get them new.

You don't even have to download anime. If you do a bit of searching or even just looking up on Google Video/youtube, you can find quite a few fansubbed anime that way. Eh, it passes the time sometimes.

[Kirin Lemon]

Boys Over Flowers is fantastic, but that price is still way too rich for my blood. Pass.

[Grico]

That one's a bit tempting... but honestly, I don't know a darn thing about that show. Anyone seen it?

It's often compared to Marmalade Boy if that helps any. By any indications I have seen it is very mid-90's shoujo. If you don't like that kind of romance genre I would think its a pass. I generally like the genre, but 90 is still too much for me. Spent too much lately anyway, so I am fine with going with buying just Rumbling Hearts from this sale unless something good comes day 12. This year has had quite a few really cheap anime moments like the rightstuf studio sales so its understandable the 12 days seem a bit lackluster. Can't really compete with 4 buck volumes....

[bigl523]

c'mon day 12!

[Brian9824]

Don't forget like i mentioned there is fair odds of him adding another 5-15 deals at end of sale all at once like he did last year. It does say 12+ afterall

[WTK]

Don't forget like i mentioned there is fair odds of him adding another 5-15 deals at end of sale all at once like he did last year. It does say 12+ afterall
It's also known as A Bundle of (Anime) Joy. There were 21 deals listed for this last year.

[DuelLadyS]

It's often compared to Marmalade Boy if that helps any. By any indications I have seen it is very mid-90's shoujo. If you don't like that kind of romance genre I would think its a pass.

Don't know Marmalade Boy, but someone on another board described it as a spiritual predecessor to Peach Girl- which I hate. So unless 12 and the extra day 13 deals are total junk, I'll be skipping this one.

[Dead of Knight]

Don't know Marmalade Boy, but someone on another board described it as a spiritual predecessor to Peach Girl- which I hate. So unless 12 and the extra day 13 deals are total junk, I'll be skipping this one.
No, it's not like Peach Girl. The only real similarity is both Momo and Tsukushi are harassed by their peers at the beginning of the series. That's about the only similarity I can think of.

[Kirin Lemon]

Don't know Marmalade Boy, but someone on another board described it as a spiritual predecessor to Peach Girl- which I hate. So unless 12 and the extra day 13 deals are total junk, I'll be skipping this one.
Good lord, Marmalade Boy is nothing like Peach Girl. That person is nuts.

[Dead of Knight]

Good lord, Marmalade Boy is nothing like Peach Girl. That person is nuts.
2nded

[SpikeSpiegel]

Currently jobless and therefore without cash I'm holding out until the last day, if nothing else comes up I'll probably pick up Big O. I'm actually a bit relieved nothing all that stellar came up. Just need to make it one more day. :D

[WTK]

Day 12 - December 14th: Scrapped Princess DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Anime Legends): $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/cgi-bin/catalogmgr/pl-U=jNU-pI7MK0k9a/browse/item/73001/4/0/0)

[WTK]

Up next, Bundle of Joy! :)

[Dead of Knight]

My boyfriend either watched Scrapped Princess and didn't think it was all that great, or he already has it. I can't remember which considering the multitude of anime he has. :D Either way, a pass. Hopefully the Bundle of Joy has something good.

[Kirin Lemon]

Wow, what a terrible sale this year.

[mtgrungoblins]

Wow, what a terrible sale this year.
2nded. Hope that bundle of joy item is Marmalade Boy.

[bigl523]

I saw scrapped princess about 3 years ago and I thought it was pretty decent, but now I have the same feelings about another user with these "Anime Legends" boxes :(

[Ndolger]

I picked up Scrapped Princess for the exact same price when it first came out during one of Rightstuf's daily deals. Weak.

I really enjoyed the series though.

[WTK]

Hope that bundle of joy item is Marmalade Boy. You will have to look for Marmalade Boy elsewhere (i.e., eBay, Amazon.com Marketplace,...). Marmalade Boy: Ultimate Scrapbook 1 to 4 are OOP and TRSI have removed them from their listing long time ago. FUNimation was supposed to repackage and distribute Marmalade Boy for Tokyopop. However Tokyopop no longer has the license for episode 1 to 24. They still have the license for episode 25 to 76.

[Rei no Otaku]

Scrapped Princess is a great show. Already own it though.

[Soujiro_Seta]

Wow this years sale is pretty bad. The only thing I'm considering buying is Boys over flowers. But idk. $90 is still a bit much.

[strawberryshortcake]

I will likely place an order for the "My HiME" bundle, and possibly the "Eureka Seven"

For those who actually have the Eureka Seven and did purchase the limited edition sets, can you please tell me if there's a good reason why someone would want to hold out on this 10 bundle Eureka sale and buy the limited editions?

And also, if Santa didn't offer any eye catchers this Christmas through rightstuf's deal, I suggest you look into the following titles (weekly special; as of 12-14-07 til next Thursday 12 noon):

(1) Kamichu*****
(2) Genshiken
(3) Risky vs. Safety

I would have also suggested (4) When They Cry, BUT... since it's a Geneon specific title, the series is/will be released as unfinished. Volume 3 (episode 11 - 14) seems to be the last one available with Geneon revamping their internal structure. The show itself has a total of 26 episodes.

I'm disappointed because "When they Cry" is a very, very nice series that would be absolutely fitting to anyone's collection. It's something that I would have loved. But I'm even more disappointed that Geneon has decided to fold. They were indeed my favorite manufacturer; 85% to 90% of my titles are from Geneon. Although "Noir" (ADV films) got me into anime, it was the Geneon titles that ultimately reeled me in.

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*****This may or may not be fact, but could be opinion: Kamichu was inspired by Miyazaki's work like "Spirited Away."

I initially read that he had a hand in the series (this was several months back), but now I'm simply finding that the series was inspired by his work--maybe because Kamichu is only inspired by Miyazaki. Some would say it resembles or was influenced by "Spirited Away." (If you want to locate where they specifically mention Miyazaki, hit "Ctrl F" then type in Miyazaki.)

http://www.scifi.com/sfw/anime/sfw13312.html
http://anime.mikomi.org/series/1110.html
http://www.animeondvd.com/reviews2/disc_reviews/5225.php
http://matthew.animeblogger.net/archives/2005/06/29/kamichu_1.php (this last link include pictures from the actual Kamichu series; scroll down for more photos)

"If Miyazaki in his current form came back to creating a TV series, Kamichu is one very likely result."
"The staff is seriously channeling Hayao Miyazaki and Ghibli here. Everything about Kamichu! -- setting, art style, music, character design, the characters themselves -- screams that out, and that's a good thing, definitely :) Brains Base -- has anyone heard of them? -- did an excellent job with the animation this time with extremely high production values. I just hope they can keep this up for the show's run."
"Because of its Miyazaki-like graphics and subtle themes, Kamichu! will no doubt appear in many top 100 lists in years to come. However, Kamichu! is also one of the least accessible animes for Western audiences ever. Nearly every aspect of Japanese coastal village life will be unfamiliar to Western audiences, but the biggest hurdle of all is the Shinto religion."

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[moiety]

Pretty disappointing overall. I would've picked up Rumbling Hearts if it came with the box. Boys Over Flowers is a little too pricey as well. Here's hoping the "+" makes up for it.

I've seen Marmalade Boy floating around on eBay for decent prices lately (Tokyopop, not boots). Not sure if they've increased due to the holiday though... I've been wanting to buy this for a long time and I just keep putting it off. Eventually I'll just go ahead and grab them off of eBay.

[thelonepig]

I was hoping for a His & Hers boxset. I've been looking at picking it up for my wife for Christmas at a decent price (under $30).

Ah well.

[GuilewasNK]

My-Hime, Burst Angel, and Scrapped Princess are looking good to me.

Last year's Samurai Champloo deal was awesome. That was the only thing I picked up.

[jonlubbe]

For those who actually have the Eureka Seven and did purchase the limited edition sets, can you please tell me if there's a good reason why someone would want to hold out on this 10 bundle Eureka sale and buy the limited editions?


The Limited Editions come with a T shirt and a volume of the manga.
LE 1 and 7 come with art boxes to hold the rest of the series and a soundtrack.

Overall, the extra money spent on the LE's is probably not worth it.

[bigl523]

so how does this "12+" thing work? what day are they going to drop the big one on us?

[linkpwns]

Hmm Scrapped Princess... Is that any good?

[Alien Spider]

Hmm Scrapped Princess... Is that any good?

In my opinion, yes; it's one of my top 5 favorite anime!

[DuelLadyS]

Good lord, Marmalade Boy is nothing like Peach Girl. That person is nuts.

That so? Hmmm... well, may I ask you and DoK this question:

Is Boys Over Flowers funny?

I find I have hard time stomaching Shojo drama straight (I think the only such title I own is Diamond Daydreams, and I got that as filler for the ADV 20/25 sale.) If there's a heavy dollop of comedy mixed in, though (like, say, Kodocha maybe?) I enjoy it a lot more. I'd appreciate any info on that front! ;)

[Brian9824]

I'd also highly suggest scrapped princess. A great show with a darker plot. Only flaw in the show is a slightly unusual ending even for anime.

[Rei no Otaku]

Yes. Please buy Scrapped Princess if you don't already own it.

My only problem with the show was I felt it could have done with a couple more episodes to flesh out the past. You'll see what I mean when you watch it.

[Dead of Knight]

That so? Hmmm... well, may I ask you and DoK this question:

Is Boys Over Flowers funny?

I would have to say not really. It's definitely not on the level of Kodocha in terms of craziness. It is straight shojo romance, pretty much. There are some lulz, but it's not really a major point.

[WTK]

A Bundle of Anime Joy


Afro Samurai DVD (D) Uncut: $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/73366/4/0/0)
Baki the Grappler DVD Box Set 1 (Hyb) (1-6): $22.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/68822/4/0/0)
Cutie (Cutey) Honey: The Movie DVD (Hyb) LiveAction Limited Edition w/Lunchbox: $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/73410/4/0/0)
DNA Squared DVD Bargain Bundle (1-5) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77058/4/0/0)
Flame of Recca DVD Bargain Bundle (1-10) (Hyb): $74.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77055/4/0/0)
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka DVD Box Set 1 (DVD 1-5) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/74102/4/0/0)
Legend of Himiko DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $12.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77057/4/0/0)
Mar DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77054/4/0/0)
Mecha Masters: Explosive Anime Classics DVD Set (Hyb): $12.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/57708/4/0/0)
Nuku Nuku Dash DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/67435/4/0/0)
Nuku Nuku TV DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/67923/4/0/0)
Ping Pong Club DVD Bargain Bundle (1-7) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77056/4/0/0)
Sister Princess DVD Box Set (Thinpak): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/69758/4/0/0)
Street Fighter II TV Series DVD Box Set 1-4 (Hyb): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/58135/4/0/0)
Wandaba Style DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/69761/4/0/0)
World of Narue DVD Box Set (Hyb)/Book 1 Brick Pack: $16.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/63787/4/0/0)

[Inf^Shini]

>_<

[hero101]

The only thing that looks good is DNA Squared. :roll:

[endlessPRO]

GTO Season 1 is calling me...

[G33]

Of the items on that list, there are three titles I have some interest in. Two of them I own, and the third is too expensive, so, thankfully, I'm safe for this sale.

And yeah, other than GTO (don't know much about DNA Squared), that list is pretty mediocre. Mostly 'B' and 'C' grade stuff that acts as filler for a collection.

[strawberryshortcake]

Of the items on that list, there are three titles I have some interest in. Two of them I own, and the third is too expensive, so, thankfully, I'm safe for this sale.

And yeah, other than GTO (don't know much about DNA Squared), that list is pretty mediocre. Mostly 'B' and 'C' grade stuff that acts as filler for a collection.
I definitely wouldn't say that when you have Afro Samurai on the list; everything else, I don't have much input. From what I've seen of Afro Samurai, I think it's an absolutely grade A product. It's by far better than most anime available on the market.

[GuilewasNK]

A Bundle of Anime Joy

Afro Samurai DVD (D) Uncut: $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/73366/4/0/0)
Baki the Grappler DVD Box Set 1 (Hyb) (1-6): $22.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/68822/4/0/0)
Cutie (Cutey) Honey: The Movie DVD (Hyb) LiveAction Limited Edition w/Lunchbox: $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/73410/4/0/0)
DNA Squared DVD Bargain Bundle (1-5) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77058/4/0/0)
Flame of Recca DVD Bargain Bundle (1-10) (Hyb): $74.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77055/4/0/0)
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka DVD Box Set 1 (DVD 1-5) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/74102/4/0/0)
Legend of Himiko DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $12.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77057/4/0/0)
Mar DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $23.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77054/4/0/0)
Mecha Masters: Explosive Anime Classics DVD Set (Hyb): $12.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/57708/4/0/0)
Nuku Nuku Dash DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/67435/4/0/0)
Nuku Nuku TV DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/67923/4/0/0)
Ping Pong Club DVD Bargain Bundle (1-7) (Hyb): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/77056/4/0/0)
Sister Princess DVD Box Set (Thinpak): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/69758/4/0/0)
Street Fighter II TV Series DVD Box Set 1-4 (Hyb): $17.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/58135/4/0/0)
Wandaba Style DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $19.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/69761/4/0/0)
World of Narue DVD Box Set (Hyb)/Book 1 Brick Pack: $16.99 (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/nX1wiO8CX9XHNBAOVG/browse/item/63787/4/0/0)

Afro Samurai Uncut! Nice.

I already have Cutey Honey Live action (standard version), Street Fighter II V, Sister Princess and Wandaba Style. Afro, GTO, Ping Pong and DNA are mighty tempting though.

[Rei no Otaku]

Going to grab DNA Squared. Been meaning to buy that show.

[DuelLadyS]

Aww... nothing really good in the Bundle this year... maybe it's the lack of space for new stuff, but nothing this year seems good enough to just grab (save for Pumpkin Scissors). Some of the under $20 stuff is slightly tempting, but that's all.:cry:

I would have to say not really. It's definitely not on the level of Kodocha in terms of craziness. It is straight shojo romance, pretty much. There are some lulz, but it's not really a major point.

I think it'd be pretty hard for anything to match Kodocha in levels of craziness.:D If they just play it straight tho', I'll probably have to pass.

[Brian9824]

I ordered DNA Squared, Captain Tylor, and Yumeria (Not on sale but still $19.99)

[Nirvanaguy777]

Rightstuff really went all out this year, I had been looking for a good deal on World of Narue. Glad I found one.

[TheKindred]

picked up Big 0 , big o 2, scrapped princess, baki the grappler box set, burst angel, initial d ..... and i am done !!!!

[StarKnightX]

Looks like I'm getting Afro Samurai and Big O 2 to pair up with Big O 1 that I already have. I would've also gotten Xenosaga since I was interested in that title but I already got it from Best Buy for a few bucks cheaper.

The Only other titles I might jump on if I've got some spare cash are Intial D and Street Fighter 2.

[Brian9824]

The best series there IMO are Scrapped Princess and My-Hime which I own and are part of my collection.

Scrapped Princess should be bought by everyone, at that price its a steal.

My-Hime is a great show, one of my top 5 favorites but the boxset would probably sell for about $49.99. IF they release it. It might not be out for years. If you were able to get My-Hime and the volume 7 box you'd be set as that box is VERY nice. One of the better designed artboxes that still fit on a shelf. http://www.rightstuf.com/items/2007-03/15/large/av20746b.jpg

[Javil]

Picked up Afro Samurai, and ended up finding some other awesome deals to hit the $50 mark.

1 $17.99 * fun07980 Afro Samurai DVD (D) Uncut
1 $7.99 * dmf002 Mezzo DVD 2 (Hyb): Shell Two
1 $7.99 * dmf003 Mezzo DVD 3 (Hyb): Shell Three
1 $10.99 * me41392 Read or Die (R.O.D.) OVA DVD (Hyb)
1 $10.99 * pd12305 Submarine 707R DVD (Hyb) Limited Edit

Total Amount: $55.95

[Dead of Knight]

Everyone must own GTO. But I got it for about that price over 2 years ago. Looks like this whole year's sale is a pass for me.

[chewster777]

Anyone know what's included that makes Afro Samurai truely uncut in this version?

[Javil]

Everyone must own GTO. But I got it for about that price over 2 years ago. Looks like this whole year's sale is a pass for me.Indeed. This year's sale really wasn't too, too bad. If I didn't already own Big O and GTO, I'd be all over those. I would've also been all over Irresponsible Captain Tylor if it was the TV series instead of the OVA.

On a side note, if anyone is looking for filler, Right Stuf currently has Gantz seasons 1 & 2 on sale for $24.99 each. That seems like a really good deal to me. Gantz is certainly in my top 5.

[fairyland]

WOW! Great sale on stuff that people generally ignore. If you are a comedy and/or romance fan then you'll find a lot in this sale! If you really wonder about any of these, please visit www.veoh.com to check them out before buying as most of them are up there for sampling.

DNA Squared DVD Bargain Bundle (1-5) (Hyb): $19.99
-- A classic, but not as good as Video Girl AI. Be warned that the dubbing on this is one of the worse you'll find out there. Basically it's a Terminator rip-off of sorts. A girl who comes from the future is missioned to stop a boy from becoming the worlds greatest lover and thus over populating the world. Aside from that gimmick, it's pretty much VGI in tension, humor and romance, and it's repeated again in I's. The artist tends to repeat himself with his romantic comedies to the point where if you seen one, you seen them all, but if you're mad about his artwork and ecchi-ness, then you'll want to get them all. The art in this one could be too dated for the modern otaku and it really does need a remastering.

Nuku Nuku Dash DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99
-- A more serious Nuku Nuku it seems. I've yet to watch it as it appears so grim and serious, which is usually not what I watch. I bought it as it says Nuku Nuku on it. I'm guessing it has humor and comedy in it, but the different artwork puts me off so much that I've yet to watch it.

Nuku Nuku TV DVD Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $17.99
-- I cannot recommend this one enough!!! A mega-cheesy anime that I've watched many times over. Nuku Nuku sounds almost like Lucille Ball in this one and acts just as stupid. It's all very random and there is no real arcing plot. Just insane comedy. People tend to detest this one greatly, but I cannot get enough of it! Just remember it has nothing to do with the original Nuku and it's about her zany comedy adventures with her classmates.

Ping Pong Club DVD Bargain Bundle (1-7) (Hyb): $19.99
-- A classic that's been lost and forgotten. It's a raunchy comedy at times, but pretty tame to what's out these days. It's basically the zany and sometimes ecchi antics of a ping pong club. $19.99 is worth it. The animation may look a bit too dated for today's animation for the modern otaku to enjoy.

Sister Princess DVD Box Set (Thinpak): $19.99
-- I'm getting pretty upset about this. Last year I bought the $4.00 single discs of Sister Princess and they did not have #3 at the time. It appears #3 is so rare that no one has it now and I keep missing it on ebay. It seems that to get #3 I'll have to pay as much as the newly released thinpak currently sells for...Anyway play me a violin, right? This set is worth it if you like harem anime comedy. 12 harem girls, one shy guy, don't really need to know more than that, right? It's not as wild as Happy Lesson, but I enjoy it (probably more so if I can get that damned disc 3 - LOL).

Wandaba Style DVD Complete Collection (Hyb) (Thinpak): $19.99
-- Another insane comedy anime, but this time a team of random female musicians are tossed together by a mad scientist for experiments, mostly something about sending them to the moon or something. It's all done with the intention of making them popular enough become a mega idol singer group. $19.99 is a bit high as I got the three discs from the $4.00 sale last year. It's worth keeping an eye out for if it goes really cheap. Yet, I'd recommend this one the least of all the ones on this list. The humor never really clicked with me in this one and I found myself wanting it to hurry up and end. I think it's because it has no romance and the girls are more annoying than enduring.

World of Narue DVD Box Set (Hyb)/Book 1 Brick Pack: $16.99
-- I've been waiting this one for a while but I've been iffy about it. I'll be getting it now. A watching on Veoh shows it's another romantic comedy much like anything else out there. A shy guy meets this shy girl and comedy abounds with their annoying friends in tow. The twist on this one is that she's an half alien and that probably plays a part in the plot, if there is one. I'm not much on plot as long as there is romantic tension and comedy.


The anime that is not comedy/romantic, but I'm interested in.

Legend of Himiko DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $12.99
-- I've been eyeballing this one for a while. It seems to be a serious fantasy anime like Loduss Wars, which I'd have to be in a real mood to watch. The animation has dated badly as well, but I do like the female character art, so I'll probably get it.

Cutie (Cutey) Honey: The Movie DVD (Hyb) LiveAction Limited Edition w/Lunchbox: $23.99
-- I really did not enjoy this one, but if you are a Cutie (Cutey) Honey fan, then you probably already have this and are enjoying it. If you are not a fan, then you probably see the sexy live action babe and want it for that reason. I cannot see non-fans really wanting this as it's really not that good (but it's way better than the recent TV series) and you really do have to know a bit about Cutey Honey to truely appreciate it. It's a pure avoid for the newbie as you'll probably be dissappointed.

Mar DVD Bargain Bundle (1-3) (Hyb): $23.99
-- An anime that I'd get only if they would release the entire 100 some eps as well, which I'm pretty sure they will not. I've been watching this one on Cartoon Network and I honestly don't know and don't care what it's about. Another boring fighting anime with this annoying kid and his talking mace weapon. *UGG!* What sells this anime to me are the two babes Dorothy and Snow. I even named one of my fish Snow after her. LOL They provide romantic tension and comedy that makes it worth my sitting though the crap. 23.99 seems high, as I have a strong feeling it'll be one of those 2.99 anime at Big Lots in 2008. I highly doubt the entire series will make it to DVD.

And as for these?
Afro Samurai DVD (D) Uncut: $17.99
Baki the Grappler DVD Box Set 1 (Hyb) (1-6): $22.99
Flame of Recca DVD Bargain Bundle (1-10) (Hyb): $74.99
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka DVD Box Set 1 (DVD 1-5) (Hyb): $19.99
Mecha Masters: Explosive Anime Classics DVD Set (Hyb): $12.99
Street Fighter II TV Series DVD Box Set 1-4 (Hyb): $17.99

Afro Samurai is so not my style. Baki appears too macho, but as it looks so old, I'm sorta interested. Flame of Recca is highly recommened by fangirls, so I have avoided it as it's probably bishonen heaven which I don't care for. GTO I'm curious about, but just looking at that macho main character puts me off completely. Mecha Masters is just a toss together of some really bad mech anime. Street Fighter II I've not seen other than the Chun Li parts.

[Alien Spider]

Indeed. This year's sale really wasn't too, too bad. If I didn't already own Big O and GTO, I'd be all over those. I would've also been all over Irresponsible Captain Tylor if it was the TV series instead of the OVA.

On a side note, if anyone is looking for filler, Right Stuf currently has Gantz seasons 1 & 2 on sale for $24.99 each. That seems like a really good deal to me. Gantz is certainly in my top 5.

The Perfect Score set is $49.89 at DeepDiscount: http://www.deepdiscount.com/viewproduct.htm?productId=22506656

It has the 26 episode series on 6 discs though, so I'm guessing any extras the original releases had won't be on this set. But this set does have a cool little metal orb to put them in. ^_^

I bought my set at Buy.com, which also has the set at a penny under $50: http://www.buy.com/prod/Gantz-Perfect-Score-Collection/q/loc/322/205613907.html

You can opt out of the free magazine subscription and get a $10 MIR, which may or may not be fulfilled, making the set $39.99. Plus of course the Google Checkout discount is you haven't already used it (or have several GMail accounts) for another $10 off. I'm not too fond of Buy.com anymore, but it's an option I guess.

As for me, I almost bought Ping Pong Club, and I still might I haven't decided. Everything else doesn't really interest me or is still too expensive for my tastes.

[WTK]

It has the 26 episode series on 6 discs though, so I'm guessing any extras the original releases had won't be on this set. But this set does have a cool little metal orb to put them in. ^_^
It includes all the extras from the originals discs:
Gantz Perfect Score Collection (SRP $99.98 DVD) a DVD-only thin-pack release containing the entire 26 episodeseries, presented in anamorphic video with both English 5.1 sound and Japanese 2.0 with English subtitles. This collection contains all the on-disc extras presented with the original DVD series, including clean opening and closing animation, interviews with the production staff, original Japanese TV promo spots, and much more!

[Alien Spider]

It includes all the extras from the originals discs:

Sweet, even better! :D

I haven't watched my set yet, I plan to after I watch GitS: SAC Solid State Society one more time (this time though I've actually seen the previous TV seasons!).

The set I got from Buy.com, the metal orb looks kind of scratched up, which I thought was odd. The box looked like it had never been open (the manufacturer sticker seal was still in place) so I don't know how the scratches got there, but it's not a big deal since the actual discs look fine.