First Oficial Kamen Rider Gaim Trailer Online!

Brainchild · 08-25-2013, 09:16 PM

I usually like TVN's fonts because of how well they tend to mesh with the show itself. I get that they were trying to go for the same kind of font that they used for the kanji character introductions, but it was kinda weird.

SPLIT LIP · 08-25-2013, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Switchblade

There is no need for fancy fonts. The purpose of subtitles is to convey the meaning of the foreign words quickly and without distracting you from the visuals. Fancy fonts and flashy graphics are distracting, unneeded, and - in this case - can make the text hard to read.

Agreed.

TVNihon is far too focused on their own identity as subbers by making flashy and unecessary graphical subtitles than good ones. It's annoying, especially since their translations are so bad. They leave so much untranslated and rarely make sure the sentences flow naturally.

I recall one of the Den-O eps they did where the villain's subtitle font was so dark and thick it was ENTIRELY unreadable.

Switchblade · 08-25-2013, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SPLIT LIP

TVNihon is far too focused on their own identity as subbers by making flashy and unecessary graphical subtitles than good ones. It's annoying, especially since their translations are so bad. They leave so much untranslated and rarely make sure the sentences flow naturally.

Apparently there's an error in this trailer. The "Orange Stage" line is actually "On Stage."

Sentai · 08-25-2013, 09:27 PM

I like Orange Stage better

algo448 · 08-25-2013, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Switchblade

Apparently there's an error in this trailer. The "Orange Stage" line is actually "On Stage."

Best mistake ever

SPLIT LIP · 08-25-2013, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Switchblade

Apparently there's an error in this trailer. The "Orange Stage" line is actually "On Stage."

My God. TVNihon.

Switchblade · 08-25-2013, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by algo448

Best mistake ever

I still like "Super Gallery!" from their first version of Akibaranger 2 episode 1.

ZeoRangerV · 08-26-2013, 05:25 AM

That trailer has pretty much killed any skepticism I had for the series. After seeing Riders on horseback, I'm totally on board!

Dormamu · 08-26-2013, 12:10 PM

Fruitilicious!

I haven't seen a better use for a pineapple like that since Spongebob.

I do like the lock and driver mechanism. The only hope is that they actually make this serious instead of trying for the "Vamola Mucho" western style. Nothing can beat farting dinosaurs.

Dormamu · 08-26-2013, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Den-O

Am I the only person who liked and appreciated the font?

Yes. That font is the equivalent of screaming "I'm Asian!" at the top of ones lungs.

I'm kidding, I couldn't care either way, it was nice to actually have a translation at least.

However, I'm worried. Are we seeing the seedier side of Kamen Rider? How many banana jokes can they get away with?

08-25-2013, 09:16 PM	#81
Brainchild Miss Tokunation Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,630	I usually like TVN's fonts because of how well they tend to mesh with the show itself. I get that they were trying to go for the same kind of font that they used for the kanji character introductions, but it was kinda weird. __________________ I'm also on: Steam\|Flickr\|Tumblr \| 3DS Friend Code: 1805-3583-1511

08-25-2013, 09:17 PM	#82
SPLIT LIP I'm an agile cat. Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 6,032	Quote: Originally Posted by Switchblade There is no need for fancy fonts. The purpose of subtitles is to convey the meaning of the foreign words quickly and without distracting you from the visuals. Fancy fonts and flashy graphics are distracting, unneeded, and - in this case - can make the text hard to read. Agreed. TVNihon is far too focused on their own identity as subbers by making flashy and unecessary graphical subtitles than good ones. It's annoying, especially since their translations are so bad. They leave so much untranslated and rarely make sure the sentences flow naturally. I recall one of the Den-O eps they did where the villain's subtitle font was so dark and thick it was ENTIRELY unreadable. Last edited by SPLIT LIP; 08-25-2013 at 09:19 PM..

08-25-2013, 09:29 PM	#85
algo448 Amateur Procrastinator Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Colombia Posts: 7,491	Quote: Originally Posted by Switchblade Apparently there's an error in this trailer. The "Orange Stage" line is actually "On Stage." Best mistake ever __________________ *DA // Tumblr // Youtube*

08-26-2013, 05:25 AM	#88
ZeoRangerV Kawaii 5-0 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom Posts: 12,851	That trailer has pretty much killed any skepticism I had for the series. After seeing Riders on horseback, I'm totally on board! __________________ My Shiny Toy Robots: Toku, Anime & Toy Reviews

08-26-2013, 12:10 PM	#89
Dormamu A jump to the sky.. Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,067	Fruitilicious! I haven't seen a better use for a pineapple like that since Spongebob. I do like the lock and driver mechanism. The only hope is that they actually make this serious instead of trying for the "Vamola Mucho" western style. Nothing can beat farting dinosaurs. Last edited by Dormamu; 08-26-2013 at 12:16 PM..