[Jask]

I was browsing wallpaper threads and found some very pretty images with the label of Katanagatari. I watched the first episode and was hooked. I've just now finished watching the final episode and my mind is a rush of emotion and excitement.

The series aired in Japan from January to December in 2010; there are twelve 50 minute episodes that aired on a monthly schedule. It's based on a series of light novels by Nisio Isin, author of the series Bakemonogatari. The amount of time given for them to work on each episode shows in the gorgeous backgrounds, good animation, and artistic character design. The art is what drew me to the series, and it continued to impress me further. The writing was good, and it frequently referenced other works and styles. Volume 1 (the first six episodes) will b released in America this July in a Bluray/DVD combo pack.

The series follows the swordless swordsman Yasuri Shichika as he follows the strategist Togome on her journey to collect the twelve perfected deviant blades forged by the legendary swordsmith Shikizaki Kiki. Adventure, love, loss, and learning fill their journey.

I highly recommend this series. It can get a bit emotional, but it is quite worth it. The art is a feast for the eyes, the music fits very well, and the story is well done.

[Quel33]

Jask, on 09 May 2011 - 10:03 AM, said:

I was browsing wallpaper threads and found some very pretty images with the label of Katanagatari. I watched the first episode and was hooked. I've just now finished watching the final episode and my mind is a rush of emotion and excitement.

The series aired in Japan from January to December in 2010; there are twelve 50 minute episodes that aired on a monthly schedule. It's based on a series of light novels by Nisio Isin, author of the series Bakemonogatari. The amount of time given for them to work on each episode shows in the gorgeous backgrounds, good animation, and artistic character design. The art is what drew me to the series, and it continued to impress me further. The writing was good, and it frequently referenced other works and styles. Volume 1 (the first six episodes) will b released in America this July in a Bluray/DVD combo pack.

The series follows the swordless swordsman Yasuri Shichika as he follows the strategist Togome on her journey to collect the twelve perfected deviant blades forged by the legendary swordsmith Shikizaki Kiki. Adventure, love, loss, and learning fill their journey.

I highly recommend this series. It can get a bit emotional, but it is quite worth it. The art is a feast for the eyes, the music fits very well, and the story is well done.

That's all I needed to see.

Where did you watch it btw...? 0_o

This post has been edited by Quel33: 13 May 2011 - 06:05 PM

[T3ZT@M3NT]

I was planning on watching this Anime but totally forgot about it.
And Yup the art is truly unique.
Thanks for your review! I'll watch this~
Just finishing up Cromartie High School

[Laserlife]

I loved this show. It was difficult waiting a month for each new episode, but totally worth it. If you haven't watched it yet, it's an extremely entertaining and high quality show.

[Jask]

A few days ago the release date was set for July 5th. NIS America (the company bringing it over, also responsible for bringing over Disgaea) is doing pre-orders until the 4th. I just dropped $61 on this, can't wait to get it. It comes with a 30 page, hard cover art book and a pre-order bonus of six dual sided prints. I am excite!

Edit: It arrived! I'm a little disappointed by the prints, they were just some of the images that were in the art book. The art book was also less an art book and more an episode synopsis book with screenshots, song lyrics, and some art. Still cool though. The box is pretty neat. Haven't started watching it yet, waiting to see if any friends want to watch it with me.

[Stheno]

I really loved the series up until the ending... Ugh.