Why do you watch Anime?

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Postby Autraya » Thu May 15, 2008 12:06 am

x_rex30 wrote:
Autraya wrote:I'm a little confused there are 14557 Naruto vids and 3404 Beebop vids on this site... how does it "come close to surpassing beebop"? It's well in excess of beebop. o.O
I'm not talking about the mvs, I'm talking about people who "favorited" it in their fav anime list.

http://www.animemusicvideos.org/lists/topanime.php
hmmm interesting point i wasn't looking at it from that angle, do you think that the numbers could also be skewed by the number of new editors who are Naruto fans that are on youtube and not a-m-v.org? If it is a dying trend like Oro suggested then stats from previous years would indicate that. I do very much agree with you both(?) that soon it will be overtaken. In my experience I honestly don’t see the level of stupidity that is prevalent within the Naruto fandom, in the beebop crowd although there are many people who like both :amv: But it could be that whole mob mentality or that the Naruto fans are a big younger?(I personally dislike both anime)

Sukunai wrote: insert poorly conceived attempt at flaming here... oh and you're a guy!!!
Well I think that just about sums it up, not only are you running off at the mouth throwing around assumptions about me which are so far off base I laughed for about 15 minutes after reading your post (as every editor who's met me or talked to me on skype can attest). You had your little rant by reacting to key words I wrote instead of actually reading what I wrote (although Yannis picked up on the subtext it seems 8-) )
"me thinks the maiden doth protest too much" really sums it up, but I'll explain that quote for you. You went so over the top into Defensive mode it begs the question "are you a Narutard." rhetorical question of course.

Now I'll hand hold you through reading it a second time (and I thought adding speech marks for emphasis would help *sigh* this time I'll try bold)

"other than that, I think "most" anime is for immature children with no grip on reality and need a serious kick up the ass by their parents"

Do you understand what I've written? I did not say all anime I said most and in the context of those I hadn't already discussed. I did not say that every person who watches anime is immature or a child (although you certainly made my point for me with your response).
As I read your response below
Now if THAT person wanted to explanation WHY anime was immature, it might be worth my time to explain why I thought they were full of it
I realise I have just wasted my time because what that really says is "If THAT*pointing finger at Autraya emphatically* person wanted to explain what they mean because I've started to realise I was wrong but will cover it with more bluster, but if Autraya bothers to respond (I dare you to respond to my flaming and not flame back so I'll look mature) then I will explain why i flamed her but I wont bother listening to what she has to say *adds smiley face to tone down response*"

Sooo I'd say that was pretty close for reading subtext, feel free to add anything I've missed.

I was contemplating not bothering to even respond to your goading, but as luck would have it I've not much to do for the rest of the arvo at work. And I thought that if your posts hadn't gotten deleted or a warning from the mods by this point for flaming then you just made yourself fair game. Fortunately for you I don’t have the energy to bother flaming you in return so my response above will have to suffice.
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Postby 8bit_samurai » Thu May 15, 2008 1:50 am

...Aut is haut

It was [adult swim] that got me to watch some anime, but it was AMVs that exposed me to other anime. I watched DBZ on cartoon network as a kid, but I didn't know it was an "anime "at the time. Dunnky's (DBZ) AMVs were one of the first I watched, and soon I found out about Final Fantasy AMVs. Those AMVs made me wanna make one of my own, so I looked up how to make one which brought me to this place (and I joined eventually).

So, I watch anime because it's on [adult swim] and this site (and others like it) exposes me to anime that is not on [as] that may be relevant to my interests. I don't think anime is better than (American) TV Programming/Hollywood or vice versa, in general. I do like some shows/series/movies/OVAs/etc. more than others, but I don't give a damn to reason why. I just do. Most of the reasons were already said anyway.
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Postby Autraya » Thu May 15, 2008 2:16 am

WhiteFoxX wrote:...Aut is haut.
tell me you weren't one of those watching my bewbs bounce out of my top when I raced up the stairs at Aurora con :sweat:
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Postby 8bit_samurai » Thu May 15, 2008 2:20 am

Autraya wrote:
WhiteFoxX wrote:...Aut is haut.
tell me you weren't one of those watching my bewbs bounce out of my top when I raced up the stairs at Aurora con :sweat:


I never been to a con. I never even been outta Alaska. It was a comment based off of the post(s) made in this thread.
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Postby sweetdeily » Thu May 15, 2008 6:33 am

I like anime cause I'm conforming to the non-conformists ^^;;;. But to be honest, I don't think your school assignment will go over so well- I speak from experience (teachers are generally disinterested in corner hobbies like anime) but if you've discussed it with your teacher then good luck.
To be honest there's a lot of crap that comes from anime, both in terms of fans and of general content, but I think that makes it all the better when you find the gems. Perhaps I like to art in terms of complilation and presentation. There's a beauty in the formula of anime- the competitions between the studios for seiyuu (japanese voice actors), the summary of a series you get from the intro (one usually has an incredible impression from simply watching that 1:30 song of whether you'll like or dislike what you're about to watch.) The developement between various studios and their animation style; this constant quest for the 'style that wins everyone' (notice some people don't like an anime simply cause its got certain character designs that are too short or too bright, etc...) and of course the ability to watch perfectly legal snuff (if you're into that sort of thing) and sex that is completely unbelievable yet forces you to not look away (Uritsukudoji is the best example I can think of off the top of my head.)
As a member of the exec of my local anime club I sort of think I should mention that it gives a lot of different people (read: introverts) a way to sort of get out and make new friends through things in common. ^.^;

Ah, Sukunai, do you actually listen to yourself before you open your mouth, or is it a normal event to come off sounding like a wannabe english student trying to pick an intelligent argument and failing like an idiot, or is that just your inability to pay attention to what others say showing through?
Now, I know better than most (read: ANYONE) how easy it is to take Aut's words the wrong way, but dude, seriously, get off your high horse and perhaps acknowledge when you're just trying to pick a fight.
I know that her picking Naruto of all series is a pain (after all, it's a great series) but being someone who's actually seen Naruto in Japanese, I fucking hate Narutards like the abasement of one of my favourite animes that they are. (It's Ka-ka-shi, not kaaakasshhhii >>>.<<<;;;;; friggin' 4kids!!!!) But what you don't seem to have gotten about what Aut said (omg, I'm defending what with who now?) was that she was using it as an example because it is a ready and more well known source of retard-ship than most.

Get over yourself, we're all socially inept, stop proving it.
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Postby OropherZero » Thu May 15, 2008 7:21 am

Miyazaki films are studied in literature in Perth highschools, lucky bastids
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Postby Sukunai » Thu May 15, 2008 11:45 am

I love it, because I likely buggered a post to hell and back, I get several people intent on outdoing me.

1. I don't know you, and your nickname/avatar is of no help in knowing you better.

2. I have nearly nothing in common with my nickname apart from it is a non Japanese speaking person's creative translation of their actual name. And the avatar is just me laughing at my own personal obsession with a series.

So why don't we all just agree, none of us has a clue who we are talking to.

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Postby Pas » Thu May 15, 2008 9:06 pm

ZephyrStar wrote:I watch it for the methods of storytelling and the art styles. It's fairly diverse, there's something for everyone's palette.


That about sums it all up for me.
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Postby hasteroth » Thu May 15, 2008 9:07 pm

Pas1990 wrote:
ZephyrStar wrote:I watch it for the methods of storytelling and the art styles. It's fairly diverse, there's something for everyone's palette.


That about sums it all up for me.


I am getting really annoyed with the fact that I keep agreeing with you.
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Postby Dr3am3nigma » Thu May 15, 2008 10:09 pm

Kevmaster wrote:why not?
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Postby hasteroth » Sat May 17, 2008 11:37 am

Kevmaster wrote:why not?


That's the philosophy I go by for everyday life.
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Postby devilsmaster » Tue May 20, 2008 9:26 am

I just watch it coz of its different art style.
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Postby nifear4 » Tue May 20, 2008 7:15 pm

Thank you for your answers, because of you guys I was able to finish my sociology project.

I was able to type 8 pages on how anime effects our views, gender roles, etc. I also did some background research. But one thing about sociology teachers is that they want people with experience to tell. Because they want to know the "primary" sources. Meaning that I am able to back-up my information with quotations.

I must say it wasn't that easy, nor was it that hard. But I had a lot of feedback, which was what I wanted/needed. Thanks again.

now I'll tell you my answer to my question on "Why do you watch anime?"

Q: Why do you watch anime?"

A: The reason why i watch anime is because its different. Its different from korean drama, its different from american cartoons. I like Disney cartoon movies, like Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, etc. Because they all hold some type of memories for me. But anime is different, it holds a slice of life, plus the ecchi parts in anime's are hilarious. Even though its a illusion of a fantasy of life. Instead of watching korean drama, which always turns out the same in the end, I rather watch 20 different series and pick the top 5 to watch for the season. Another great thing about anime is that there is such a big variety of them, action, serious, drama, comedy, slice of life, supernatural, mystery, fantasy, etc. Where there is a wide field, there is a wide view on life.. is what i think. Many people may call me Otaku, but i rather watch anime than, spend 8 hours watching home made youtube videos, not saying that i have anything against it. Its just more entertaining for me to watch anime.

Its different, and a difference is always needed in someone's life once in a while.

Anime is its own story, so is every other entertainment out there.

Its just that I favor anime over other things. ^^

Thanks again for the replies. Not much i can do to return the favor ^^ :D, sorry. I hope you guys are doing great in life though.
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Postby thistimearound » Thu May 22, 2008 12:17 pm

i watch it cause its like reading a fantasy genre book but more enjoyable. :P
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Postby CodeZTM » Thu May 22, 2008 12:28 pm

Wait.. How did I miss this thread for so long? :shock:

Anyway, I watch anime for this simple reason: I like it.

Then again, I'm sure you'd like to know why I like watching anime.

I have a obsession with stories. 9/10, I prefer plot/story over anything else. I've read countless amounts of books over the years, and sooner or later the stories seem to be very similar. I like anime because the stories are "usually" interesting and have different tastes than American authors/writers. For example, I was obsessed over the Author Dean Koontz my freshman year. Then, I got into Neon Genesis Evangelion because Dean Koontz is actually a really lazy writer and has every book the exact same junk. I was entralled by the interesting plot/storyline, and found that "le gasp! There are other anime outside of adult swim!'. So, there came my love of anime, the eventual discovery of this site and the discovery of other great anime.

In short, I love the plots/characters in anime.

But...

Books>Manga>Anime>Modern Movies>Pictionary

Oh, and because it royally pisses my mother off. :O
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