If you were hoping to watch an episode featuring an epic battle between the two Exiles of Turan and Glacies, then you’ll be disappointed to find out that Fam opts to skip the fighting and starts up immediately after the Federation’s complete victory and destruction of yet another nation. The decision to cut out this battle makes sense to me on an overall directing level–we’ve already seen what happens when Liliana mans the controls. Choosing to feature it would most likely also take up a full episode given the amount of detail that Gonzo likes to put into these fight scenes, even more so for a battle between Exiles. Despite the emotional impact of the confrontation when coupled with the visual of the annihilation of Glacies, Gonzo also probably wants to save the fireworks for a showdown with another Exile, maybe even that of Anatoray-Disith. It’s for purely selfish reasons that I want to see what happened. Maybe a DVD/BD-release special?
Yes, I hereby dub this show, Last Exile: Millia, the Second Princess of Turan. Of all the characters featured so far, she shows the most growth and has been one of the few interesting ones to follow. The titled lead of the show currently lacks complexity, as does her navigator, and I find myself constantly overlooking them in favor of side characters. This episode was no exception, as Millia has a small breakthrough that defines who she is and the nation she represents.
Awwwwwww, yeah. My most highly anticipated show of the fall season has finally arrived, and I must say, it has definitely earned its place at the top of my shows. It may even be the first anime ever for me to blog by episode–if not with episodic posts, it will probably get the most editorial-type posts during its airing. Buckle up guys, and prepare yourself for one roller coaster of a ride.
I couldn’t help but group these three together since I get a similar sci-fi feeling from all of them. They all also easily made my watching list, which makes dropping Kimi no Boku. even more likely. A lot of hype has been built up for each of these, and now I understand a little why. If Mirai Nikki, UN-GO, and/or Guilty Crown are not on your list of shows to check out for the season, then you’re definitely missing out!
The fall season has certainly started off with some stellar graphics and animation, with the following five setting some great examples. I was also caught a bit off guard by their airing since I was focused on wrapping up my summer season final thoughts (still in progress as I’m waiting on some final episodes). I’m pretty positive that at least four of the five described here are on my watching list, with only one of them still undecided.
Anime B&B 