[Kiryu]

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

The problem with Death Note was that, for my circle of friends, for a while, that was all they'd talk about. So it was either keep up with DN and join the conversation or sit in silence.

That's the main reason why I can't watch animes like Full Metal Alchemist, Nartuo, Bleach, ETC.

Not to say there's anything wrong with the series themselves, but everyone talks like they're animes that you SHOULD watch, it gets to the point where it's like they're trying to shove it down your throat...

[Sentai]

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

I normally oppose Death Note, but I'll keep my yap shut because I finally found someone else who didn't feel anything when Misa jumped...
Damn, I hated her.

I felt something. Abject joy.

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Originally Posted by Kiryu

My only exposure to Death Note so far has been the live action movies and a few episodes of the anime and I think I'm better for it.

The Anime seems like it's more dragged out from what I remember of it.

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

The problem with Death Note was that, for my circle of friends, for a while, that was all they'd talk about. So it was either keep up with DN and join the conversation or sit in silence.

Death Note the Anime does tend to drag. They could've made the series about four episodes shorter, but it's still good enough I'd recommend watching it if you haven't before.

Or read the manga.

[Matrixbeast]

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Originally Posted by Kiryu

That's the main reason why I can't watch animes like Full Metal Alchemist, Nartuo, Bleach, ETC.

Not to say there's anything wrong with the series themselves, but everyone talks like they're animes that you SHOULD watch, it gets to the point where it's like they're trying to shove it down your throat...

I remember, I was actually afraid of watching FMA after being disappointed with Naruto and Bleach (And One Piece) because those were the anime my friends would never stop talking about.
I am glad I tried FMA, because I actually enjoyed it, but I understand how you feel.

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Originally Posted by Sentai

I felt something. Abject joy.

Death Note the Anime does tend to drag. They could've made the series about four episodes shorter, but it's still good enough I'd recommend watching it if you haven't before.

Or read the manga.

It's weird when we agree on something

But generally speaking, if you think the anime has potential, but is dragging, it's a good idea to try the manga before you drop it altogether.

[losondro]

I just started watching "Tiger & Bunny". first episode really pulled me in. i also love how some of the sponsors on the show are IRL companies (S.H.Figuarts, Tamashii, Pepsi, Ustream, ETC.).

[Sentai]

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

I remember, I was actually afraid of watching FMA after being disappointed with Naruto and Bleach (And One Piece) because those were the anime my friends would never stop talking about.
I am glad I tried FMA, because I actually enjoyed it, but I understand how you feel.



It's weird when we agree on something

But generally speaking, if you think the anime has potential, but is dragging, it's a good idea to try the manga before you drop it altogether.

I know, I feel the fabric of reality ripping open as we speak

But I'm about to disagree with you and make things right in te universe again. I liked Naruto, and Bleach, and One Piece. But they all suffer from the same Shonen Jump problem. Filler Episodes. Naruto is the worst offender. Bleach and One Piece aren't as bad, but they're up there. There are entire twelve episode archs of Naruto that are nothing but filler. The time between Naruto and Sasuke's final battle and the time jump is an excellent example. Bleach does about four in a row sometimes.

[Matrixbeast]

The overabundance of filler is their biggest hindrance, but not their only one.
Naruto and Bleach keep hitting logical ends, but then a villain will almost literally pull a plot twist out their ass, keeping the series going for another 60 episodes or 80 chapters.

It's reached the point where you could give both series a "Kai" treatment in addition to removing dumb plot twists and improve the series greatly.

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Originally Posted by losondro

I just started watching "Tiger & Bunny". first episode really pulled me in. i also love how some of the sponsors on the show are IRL companies (S.H.Figuarts, Tamashii, Pepsi, Ustream, ETC.).

Tiger and Bunny is awesome. Glad you're enjoying it!

[ZeoRangerV]

Death Note the anime was pretty underwhelming. Once the stuff with Near and Mello hit, the show was a real chore to watch. I thought the live action movies were much better, and the ending far more satisfying.

[guncannon109]

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Originally Posted by Sentai

I just realized that in two of my favorite anime, the main character dies. Sadly. Light (Kira) in Death Note (I was far less sad when Misa died. Misa was a slut and needed killed before her sluttiness spread like a disease), and LeLouch in Code Geass. His death was saddest of sad of sadness.

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

I normally oppose Death Note, but I'll keep my yap shut because I finally found someone else who didn't feel anything when Misa jumped...
Damn, I hated her.

Wait... When did Misa die? In the anime she was the only one left unharmed due to her loosing her memory.

[Brainchild]

I just started Yuyushiki. Don't doubt me when I say this is hands-down the most generic show I have ever seen. Absolutely nothing about it feels original. That's fine though. It works well as something to numb the mind after a long day.

[Blade Raider]

Honestly, I prefer the live-action Death Note movies. It's all the best parts of the anime with a better ending than the anime.