Morpheus Posted March 18, 2009 Posted March 18, 2009 I guess we know who will win the Most Retarded Strategy in 2009 now. Those new kamikaze MS, I wonder if this is all Bandai idea for promoting future Gunpla. Bring MS Kamikaze squad, 5 unit in one package, may exploded when thrown.
edwin3060 Posted March 18, 2009 Posted March 18, 2009 right on! Still, the scene where all the clones say "Trans-Am" makes me laugh--- I immediately think of that Simpsons episode with all the Homer clones going "Doh!" as they walk off a cliff
Mr March Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) Almost caught up. Currently on episode 22 of second season. I must say, I'm not enjoying this season as much as the first. It's not as tightly written or as coherent as first season. There's also so many characters acting completely idiotic in this second season it's really dragging me down. The Innovators (gawd knows why anyone would want to become like them) are so annoying on so many levels and Ribbons is a total fool. Saji's character arc is being stretched out for far longer than there is material worth writing about him. Anew's arc was so predictable and I wasn't the least bit convinced by Lyle's emotional plot. Wang Liu Mei and Hong Long feel totally extraneous at this point in the story. There is also far less interesting strategy in this season and the battles aren't nearly as engaging as first season was. Specifically, I think Gundam 00 "used up" most of the good tech advances and/or match-ups in the first season. Plus the Trans-Am system has become pedestrian from excessive use. On the plus side, the story that culminated in episode 17 was fantastic. I liked the clash of political wills and the depths to which the A-Laws will sink to ensure victory. There was plenty of tragic losses in this part of the story and I like all the forces coming together to save the city. I found the story of Hank Hercule and Segei Smirnov quite fascinating. The show did a good job of contrasting the good-intentioned motives of each and the unfortunate conflict between the two opposing viewpoints of men who are both trying to do the right thing. Gundam is at it's best when you have two likable characters on opposing sides who the audience can relate to and sympathize with. It adds so much gravitas to the drama and the battles. I also have to say it's a welcome sight to see Graham back in action against Setsunna. Can't wait to watch episode 22 to see how the cliffhanger turns out. I'm still invested in watching all of second season to the end, but I think first season of Gundam 00 was much more impressive. Maybe the final episodes will pick up, but I'll have to watch and see. Edited March 19, 2009 by Mr March
azrael Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 Plus the Trans-Am system has become pedestrian from excessive use. You have no idea... You're only 1 episode away from understanding that.
edwin3060 Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 I don't think so--- there's just too much to squeeze into the final two episodes IMO. And you must have known that Trans Am would eventually become pedestrian-- it's characteristic of Gundam shows that the super weapon would lose their uniqueness ever since SEED (which was the first one I watched)!
Mr March Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 (edited) You have no idea... You're only 1 episode away from understanding that. Just finished episodes 22 and 23. Okay, NOW the Trans-Am has gone beyond pedestrian! So, what was the point of all those "Gaga" mobile suits? They are just Trans-Am suicide squads piloted by innovator clones? I'm not sure I understand the point of that. Why would one build a horde of kamikaze mobile suits and cloned pilots when it would be so much easier to just build thousands of missiles? That was really rather silly. I guess Ribbons is just that much of a tool. His attack of ultimate evil is pretty lame. The battle between Setsunna and Graham was fun. I wonder what Graham will do now that he's had his ideology defeated as well as his mobile suit? I also liked the anti-GN particle field. That was an interesting tactic. Also, it was nice to see that A-Laws idiot finally get it Well, not bad so far. We'll wait and see how the rest turns out. Edited March 20, 2009 by Mr March
azrael Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 Told ya. Chances are, the Gagas were used since missiles can be jammed, dumb-fires have a lower chance of hitting, and they can adjust to different targets without problems.
Morpheus Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 Told ya. Chances are, the Gagas were used since missiles can be jammed, dumb-fires have a lower chance of hitting, and they can adjust to different targets without problems. [Yoda voice over] Quantity over quality I can see, Bring clones they have made.
Morpheus Posted March 22, 2009 Posted March 22, 2009 Wow for this episode. RIP Tieria & Ali. Regene GN ghost appear and Veda taken over by Tieria mind, Seraphim activate its Veda hack bring an end to Bring clones and the Automaton. Setsuna snap and releaseda gigantic GN particle stream engulfing the entire mothership, nearly all character got their newtype communication (Soma-Sergei), (Saji-Louise), (Sumergai-Billy). Ribbons appear with a new MS after destroying Seraphim.
grss1982 Posted March 22, 2009 Posted March 22, 2009 (edited) So I'm guessing everyone's reaction to this episode can be summed up best either of these expressions, then? http://randomc.animeblogger.net:8000/image...0Large%2013.jpg http://randomc.animeblogger.net:8000/image...0Large%2016.jpg Edited March 22, 2009 by grss1982
azrael Posted March 22, 2009 Posted March 22, 2009 Wow for this episode. RIP Tieria & Ali. Regene GN ghost appear and Veda taken over by Tieria mind, Seraphim activate its Veda hack bring an end to Bring clones and the Automaton. Setsuna snap and releaseda gigantic GN particle stream engulfing the entire mothership, nearly all character got their newtype communication (Soma-Sergei), (Saji-Louise), (Sumergai-Billy). Ribbons appear with a new MS after destroying Seraphim. Tiera's mind became one with Veda so his body is nothing more than an empty shell. Part of me wished Sumeragi would have just shot Billy. Hug him than pump the entire magazine into him with the rifle. But that's just me. And I think like most people, Ribbon's MS reminds me of something from SRW or a Guncannon, a GN Guncannon (GunGun cannon).
Mr March Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 This episode was pretty good. Plenty of action and some genuinely tense moments. I too would have rather Sumeragi waste Billy, but what can you do? I'm really glad Ali Al Sarchez got whacked and whacked good. I've been wanting him capped for quite some time. He died like a chump too, which is very fitting. I'm hoping that now Louise and Saji are finally reunited, we'll see the last of their story arc. Never cared for their characters; they were always just dead weight IMO.
kensei Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I still wonder about Jupiter. What did Aoelia find there in the expedition? I hope they will explain, cause apparently there is going to be another enemy.
Morpheus Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I still wonder about Jupiter. What did Aoelia find there in the expedition? I hope they will explain, cause apparently there is going to be another enemy. Find the answer in the upcoming 00 Movie "Mr.Bushido Kabuki Attack:with Za Powa from Jupiter"
edwin3060 Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I'm actually on Billy's side-- Hell hath no fury like a scorned wom--- oh wait... it's the long hair and the emo behaviour that confused me... never mind then Looks like they are setting up for Gundam 00 Destiny in 2011! Since Bandai already announced that there wouldn't be a new Gundam series next year
slaginpit Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I just dont understand HOW the hell do I play MKV files. VLC wont do it and neither will real Media player!! Annoying
miles316 Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 Tiera's mind became one with Veda so his body is nothing more than an empty shell. Part of me wished Sumeragi would have just shot Billy. Hug him than pump the entire magazine into him with the rifle. But that's just me. And I think like most people, Ribbon's MS reminds me of something from SRW or a Guncannon, a GN Guncannon (GunGun cannon). I thought it resembled the Dark Gundam.
wolfx Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 Move over Jesus Yamato, there's Mohd Ibrahim now. Man that whole scene is whacked. Happy thoughts were aroused, wounds were healed, i was surprised no one was resurrected. So somehow this makes me think the series will end like Evangelion except without the whole world ending. GN particles are anti-AT-FIELDS, humankind will unite their conciousness....blablabla. Nice strangling scene too....wonder where i've seen that. How did Regene and Tieria end up in Veda?. Guncannon boss ftw!
azrael Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I still wonder about Jupiter. What did Aoelia find there in the expedition? I hope they will explain, cause apparently there is going to be another enemy. Aeolia never found anything around Jupiter. They went to Jupiter because they needed a suitable environment to create the 5 original GN drives. ...unless they found space whale bones out there and incorporated them into the GN drives. How did Regene and Tieria end up in Veda?. You can thank Setsuna's GN particle spamming.
Mr March Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I'm totally underwhelmed by that red mecha. I don't like the look of Ribbon's uber-suit at all. But that's the trouble with this whole second season, it's just an extended game of one-upping the previous episode. That formula had already over stayed it's welcome by the time season one had finished. It didn't detract that much from first season, but now that we're into second season, the number and look of secret designs is just becoming ridiculous. IMO, Gundam 00 first season is still winning the contest. I don't think I'm going to find this second season as good, but perhaps the final episode will make up for some of the slack.
slaginpit Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I just dont understand HOW the hell do I play MKV files. VLC wont do it and neither will real Media player!! Annoying can anyone help ...PLEASE....
Bri Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 Try classic media player that usually works best for .mkv otherwise make sure you use the latest cccp package for VLC
Bri Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I had nearly given up after the clones episode but they managed to turn it around. This was quite a good episode. One more vote here to give Billy a lead injection. Shame Louise and Saji have become such whiny characters. I enjoyed their "normal person view" in season 1 but no they had to be dragged in to the action. Hopefully a good wrap up in the next episode. Is that the last one or is it 26 total for s2?
azrael Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 I'm totally underwhelmed by that red mecha. I don't like the look of Ribbon's uber-suit at all. But that's the trouble with this whole second season, it's just an extended game of one-upping the previous episode. That formula had already over stayed it's welcome by the time season one had finished. It didn't detract that much from first season, but now that we're into second season, the number and look of secret designs is just becoming ridiculous. IMO, Gundam 00 first season is still winning the contest. I don't think I'm going to find this second season as good, but perhaps the final episode will make up for some of the slack. You should have been around for season 1 where the surprises felt like deus ex machinas. Hopefully a good wrap up in the next episode. Is that the last one or is it 26 total for s2? Next week is the series finale (Yay! Only KR Decade to worry about after next week!!).
Mr March Posted March 23, 2009 Posted March 23, 2009 You should have been around for season 1 where the surprises felt like deus ex machinas. They weren't that bad. Only the appearance of the thrones and the Trans-Am system felt really deus ex machina. But I adored Gundam 00 season one and had a lot of fun with it. I just hope this last episode of season 2 is good.
edwin3060 Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 I'm totally underwhelmed by that red mecha. I don't like the look of Ribbon's uber-suit at all. But that's the trouble with this whole second season, it's just an extended game of one-upping the previous episode. That formula had already over stayed it's welcome by the time season one had finished. It didn't detract that much from first season, but now that we're into second season, the number and look of secret designs is just becoming ridiculous. IMO, Gundam 00 first season is still winning the contest. I don't think I'm going to find this second season as good, but perhaps the final episode will make up for some of the slack. Gundam SEED Destiny was the same way as the sequel to Gundam SEED, so it's nothing new. Heh I forgot about all the NGE references in this episode--- makes the other thread discussing NGE references in MF seem trivial, really.
Raptor One Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 IMO, Gundam 00 first season is still winning the contest. I don't think I'm going to find this second season as good, but perhaps the final episode will make up for some of the slack. Yea I definitely agree. I didn't realize it before but after watching this episode and then watching some old clips of season 1 I remembered how exciting it was. This season just doesn't have the same level of excitement. It's still good enough though. Plus Exia >>>>>>>> 00. Also: SEVEN SWELLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Morpheus Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 Anyone managed to get the pic of Reborns Gundam from 4chan? It appears there's a Gundam under that Guncannon look-alike....
Ghost Train Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 (edited) Anyone managed to get the pic of Reborns Gundam from 4chan? It appears there's a Gundam under that Guncannon look-alike.... There is a pic on NgeeKhiong, not sure if it's the same one: Link And apparently, according to the same post: There is an unconfirmed rumor of a Gundam 00 movie... shall we call it... GUNDAM 00: ENDLESS TANGO? lulz.... Edited March 24, 2009 by Ghost Train
NightmareEX Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 (edited) First appearing in episode 24 of season 2, it is a large mobile suit used by Ribbons Almark. The Unit appears to be equipped with 3 GN Drive Taus and the Trans-Am System. Source : wikipedia Hell no...3 GN drive Taus ? I bet my wager on Graham and Setsuna work harder to whoop babyface beach... Edited March 24, 2009 by NightmareEX
Ghost Train Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 I don't think Bushido Bob is going to swoop in and help Setsuna all of a sudden. Setsuna beats the crap out of Ribbons MS, and Bushido Bob will appear all of a sudden offer to cross swords 1 final time with Setsuna, as their MS fly towards each other, the screen fades to black... that would be an ideal ending for me XD. The problem is that I don't know where he's going to get a new uber-mobile suit, as double-0 pretty much busted his whole garage, and Billy is now officially out of A-laws.
azrael Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 First appearing in episode 24 of season 2, it is a large mobile suit used by Ribbons Almark. The Unit appears to be equipped with 3 GN Drive Taus and the Trans-Am System. Source : wikipedia Hell no...3 GN drive Taus ? I bet my wager on Graham and Setsuna work harder to whoop babyface beach... When will people learn to NOT trust Wikipedia. Jeez, it barely made an appearance and people are already claiming stuff about it? There is an unconfirmed rumor of a Gundam 00 movie... shall we call it... GUNDAM 00: ENDLESS TANGO? lulz.... This rumor showed up a few weeks ago. Let's just say, keep an eye out till the very end of the show for something more concrete.
Raptor One Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 First appearing in episode 24 of season 2, it is a large mobile suit used by Ribbons Almark. The Unit appears to be equipped with 3 GN Drive Taus and the Trans-Am System. Source : wikipedia Hell no...3 GN drive Taus ? I bet my wager on Graham and Setsuna work harder to whoop babyface beach... Lol why would Setsuna need help defeating a mobile suit with 3 gn drive taus? Alvarone (sp?) had SEVEN(!) and Exia defeated it with ease. 00 will wipe the floor with it. Unless Ribbons somehow managed to sync 3 GN drives which I highly doubt since the entire Celestial Being was barely able to sync the two on 00.
Ghost Train Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 I think that's my main problem with the show... the 00-Raiser is just too overpowered, there was never a real opponent that came remotely close to taking it down. I had high hopes for the Susanoo but it lasted about as long as the GN-flag .
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