Toradora!
#81
Posted 13 February 2009 - 06:35 AM
Normally an anime like this wouldn't catch my interest but I decided to give it a chance. I must say that the character interactions are what hooked me...especially that of Taiga and Ryuji. I find their dynamic to be hilarious, infuriating, and heartwarming all at the same time. I loved seeing the friendship between them develop over each episode.
While I tend to be rooting for the two of them to ultimately find their way to eachother because of that friendship, I also find myself empathizing with the other characters as well. This is especially the case with Ami. She's so much more than a pretty face and her observations of her peers are really intriguing. After she had that little one on one talk with Ryuji in episode 18, I felt so bad that she was still somewhat of an outsider.
Minori's distant behavior since Ami's comment about guilt has been really hard to watch. Despite what Ami said, Minori still holds true to what she perceives between Taiga and Ryuji and stays away. It seemed that the whole scene with the stray softball breaking Taiga's Xmas star was symbolic with what she's been trying to avoid - breaking (or taking) something percious to Taiga. This really hit home for me when she was so devastated and attempted to piece the star back together, insisting that she do it alone.
Actually, the way Ryuji handled that situation impressed me. It just seemed that he stayed to help Minori for more than simply helping the girl he has a crush on. The way he was being so supportive with the simple statement of "I'm here" told me that he was there because she needed a friend and couldn't just leave her alone. I felt the undertones were less romantic in nature and I thought it spoke volumes of Ryuji's character.
Bah...I've already watched the RAW of episode 19 since I'm so impatient. Although I couldn't understand 99% of what was being said, it was clear that a significant amount of development occurs. I wish the fabsubbers would hurry up. Anyone know how long it takes for a subbed version to be available?
#82
Posted 13 February 2009 - 07:21 AM
Ouch for Ryuuji, pwned. Rejected before he even asked, haha.
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#83
Posted 13 February 2009 - 10:18 AM
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"Someone shoot me..." - Kyon, cheerful as always
#84
Posted 13 February 2009 - 01:51 PM
...and then when Taiga broke down like that... I actually cried... I really feel for her too, I never really want to be alone either...
#85
Posted 13 February 2009 - 05:59 PM
It ended with everyone feeling low, which was sad. Taiga is upset Ryuuji will leave her, Minorin forced herself to reject Ryuuji after seeing how Taiga cared for him, Ryuuji got rejected, and Ami is all alone.
But there was definitely some cheer! Ami and Taiga's duet was very nice (and Ami looks GOOD), Kitamura was a riot with his... appearance (and HG-like pose - HOOOO!), and the SantaRyuujiTaiga scene was cute.
The morning after is going to be... awkward... to say the least.
#86
Posted 13 February 2009 - 08:32 PM
I really felt for Taiga as she tried her best to set things up for Ryuji, only to go home and think how she'll probably be alone with no one to rely on. My heart deflated further when we saw her utter happiness from SantaRyuji's visit turn to complete anguish after realizing that her "gift" to Ryuji would cause the thing she didn't want - to be alone. Her breakdown outside and cries for Ryuji were just so haunting...
Poor Minori. She saw her dearest friend in pain and did the only thing she could - make the decision to not come between Taiga and Ryuji. I thought the scene was really well done as, aside from her initial greeting to Ryuji, Minori didn't once make eye contact while telling of her decision. Seeing her hide her eyes so that Ryuji couldn't see how hard it was for her to be saying those things really made me sympathize with her.
I found Ami's conversation with Ryuji to be the most interesting, if not a little puzzling. It appeared as if she was trying to remain neutral despite her own desire for a chance with Ryuji. For me, Ami's speculative comment about Taiga going home because there may be something she would rather not see and the cryptic "stop being so blind" follow up was very indicative of that. It would appear that Ami is not without some form of nobility.
*sigh* Everyone just seems to be trying to do what's best for their friends but no one is ending up happy.
I agree with Smiter that there will definitely be an awkward tension between them all in the aftermath.
Edited by iwant2bnaruto, 13 February 2009 - 08:35 PM.
#87
Posted 14 February 2009 - 12:09 AM
Hahaha glad to help XD
I haven't gotten a chance to see the last two episodes yet but I'll hopefully get a chance to watch them over the weekend. I'm glad to see an end to the Minorin arc and wonder whats in store next as the anime is closing in on the end.
#88
Posted 22 February 2009 - 02:43 PM
OMFG Episode 19! TT__TT
Minorin! Why are you so selfless and selfish at the same time! Making eveyone worry about you! >.<
On another note, Ryuuji looked adorable when he had that cold. I wanted to make him chicken noodle soup. :3
(SCREW INKO-CHAN IF SHE DON'T LIKE IT! D<)
I think I like every pairing with Ryuuji.... @_@
Ami, Minori, Taiga... so awesome. XD
#89
Posted 27 February 2009 - 12:48 PM
#90
Posted 27 February 2009 - 02:57 PM
So much drama. And that cliffhanger...
#91
Posted 27 February 2009 - 09:07 PM
I really love the animation in this anime, makes every expression unforgetable.
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"Someone shoot me..." - Kyon, cheerful as always
#92
Posted 28 February 2009 - 06:43 AM
I really hope things turn out for the best!
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#93
Posted 04 March 2009 - 11:54 PM
#94
Posted 05 March 2009 - 12:25 AM
And roy, do keep us updated as to when 22 comes out, Im dying to see it.
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#95
Posted 13 March 2009 - 06:30 AM
#96
Posted 21 March 2009 - 06:06 PM
i need... the last... episode...
#97
Posted 21 March 2009 - 07:40 PM
Torrent: Episode 24
There's one more episode to go!
#98
Posted 22 March 2009 - 12:52 AM
I still hope they tie everything together but overall...I love this anime! and Ill be sad when its over.
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#99
Posted 22 March 2009 - 06:07 AM
Oh gosh this episode made me squeal with excitement. I had a fangirl moment with the TaigaxRyuuji scenes! I feel sad for Minori though.
#100
Posted 22 March 2009 - 10:04 AM
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