Bleach 114

[Honoko]

Since when did FMA become the standard for good series?

Because only those with half a brain would think it isnt.

I'm getting ahead of myself assuming that FMA was a good anime.

There are two thoughts running here, it seems. FMA is a good anime. But FMA should NOT be THE standard for all good anime. A lot of the dialogue in FMA got really pretentious at times with all their pseudo-philosophical shit.

In fact, in terms of "good anime standards", you should never use one series as a factor. Instead, you'd need to think of standards in terms of storyline, animation, character development, editing, all that stuff Niner was doing. In fact, I thought he was just using FMA as an example of good anime but not as an actual model. But hey, that just shows my reading comprehension level, whatever it may be =P

With that said and to get back on topic, this episode had a lot going for it. Love any screentime Yoruichi and Urahara have to show off their skills and since I had avoided most of the filler, I can't really compare animation from then and now. Whenever characters like Ichigo get all ponder-y and introverted it leaves me impatient. "Get over it and fight the good fight, dumbass!" is what I tend to think

[Niner4959]

Although I was fascinated by FMA last year, by all means it is not the “standard”.

I have faith that Bleach can evolve into a greater anime on the production side. I was very captivated by what took place in Bleach 114 and wouldn’t mind expecting that every week instead of this back and forth good quality to near awful switching we have grown used to from some anime.

Lelouch of the Rebellion is a great example of diligence. Every episode is cutting edge with twists, surprises, speculation, and emotion on top of smooth animation.

I forgot to mention I was impressed with the music and how it was used. The piece that played after Ulquiorra stayed Yami was brilliant. It gave Ulquiorra a touch more sophistication then I tagged him, even though presently we can tell he’s one smart cookie with a back hand to boot.

I’m a sucker for violins.

[Board of Command]

Getting nice and toasty in here. My job is done.

[Inazuma]

Since when did Bleach became a mediocre series ?

*BoCalised*

[el_boss]

Since when did Bleach became a mediocre series ?

*BoCalised*

When the fillers started bringing teh suck at least 100 years ago.

[dragonrage]

I've caught up on the few episodes that i missed and i must say it is very promising.

Wouldn't have guess that Ichigo's father was a shinigami, that was a jaw dropper and well I am really enjoying the depth of the storyline as is and well what is yet to come.

The story is taking a dramatic change and it is reflected in every character....

FUCK YEAH, I finally got to see Beshime in action, I knew that she was one badass mother. I can't wait to see what Urahara is truly capable off. not to mention what Ichigo's father can do.

I am tempted to stop watching the series for a bit, just for the pleasure of watching a few episodes back to back once again.

On the side discussion that is going on: FMA is a GREAT series that is including the movie. It is one of my favorite animes of all time. BUT FMA and Bleach can't be compared nor is trying to compare them going to do either series any justice.... Every different genre of anime has its own standard of greatness these two are in different catagories. Please don't compare them. Besides Bleach is not yet finished, lets just enjoy what is yet to come.

Back on topic.

The reason why Toshirou Masamoto, Renji and the rest were chosen to be sent to the real world is because can you really imagine any of the other high ranking shinigami fitting in. I mean do you really think they would look the part.

Also the ones that remained are the older generation of captain also I believe that they are the more powerful ones as well. While Toshirou is a captain he is fairly weak and inexperienced, remember he became a shinigami after Renji. You don't want to have alot of powerful characters involved with the kinda changes that is happening in the story, I mean it would be like having Rocket launchers and no one to really use them on, just not necessary ( pardon my lame metaphor, kinda sleepy)

Besides sending anyone else would kinda take away from what Ichigo and the others are going through, not to mention that Ichigo and this group have a fairly developed relationship.

Edit : grammar

[ChaosK]

You're all pretty funny. Everyone knows Naruto is the perfect standard for OMGWTF BEST ORGASMIC ANIME EVER!...
I feel stupider...

Back on topic.

The reason why Toshirou Masamoto, Renji and the rest were chosen to be sent to the real world is because can you really imagine any of the other high ranking shinigami fitting in. I mean do you really think they would look the part.

Yeah, I'm sure a 10 year old in high school, a girl with tits the size of people's heads, a guy with red hair weird tattoos, a bald guy insisting on carry around a wooden sword, and a metrosexual fit in PERFECTLY. Comon, realistically none of these people fit in. Rukia couldn't figure out a juice box.

[dragonrage]

Yeah, I'm sure a 10 year old in high school, a girl with tits the size of people's heads, a guy with red hair weird tattoos, a bald guy insisting on carry around a wooden sword, and a metrosexual fit in PERFECTLY. Comon, realistically none of these people fit in. Rukia couldn't figure out a juice box.

Sounds perfect to me.

Ichigo age 15, and since when did anime follow the rules of logic. Character and story wise can you actually tell me that there are some other group that can fill the SS group better. Please enlighten us oh knowledgeable one, or would you rather not have the shinigamis represented in such an important turning point all together. Please do tell.