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Dennis
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 Posted - 13 Apr 2011 : 05:11:39
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I think I should, too. Is the DVD dubbed in English? Or just subbed as usual? |
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Alystra Illianniis
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Dennis
Great Reader
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Posted - 13 Apr 2011 : 05:26:08
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Great! While I appreciate the Japanese actors who give voice to the characters, I sometimes get distracted by the subtitles and capture only about 90% of the action as my eyes get stuck in the subs, which at times look horrible [as in the case of some of the episodes of HunterXHunter and Yu Yu Hakushu.
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I think the world of Bleach has a potential. I just watched some episodes randomly and I must say they're good---the concept, the characters, and the setting. It's a combination of Steampunk and High Fantasy. |
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Alystra Illianniis
Great Reader
USA
3750 Posts |
Posted - 02 May 2011 : 05:49:03
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| I generally prefer the English voice acting in animes. Some of the Japanese voice actors (especially the female ones) grate on my nerves. Min-Mei from Robotech was annoying in BOTH versions! And can I throw Negima into this discussion, since we're talking about high-magic worlds? I LOVE that little wizard! Might even have to give that odd sneezing habit to a wizard in my next game- at least whenever there are women with skirts around, lol! |
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Dennis
Great Reader
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Posted - 02 May 2011 : 06:54:53
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I found Negima weird. Never liked it. Strangely, I finished the whole series. Must have had a lot of free time those days.
I think Japanese voice actors are better than American. The quality of their voice most often matches the personality of the character. |
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Alystra Illianniis
Great Reader
USA
3750 Posts |
Posted - 02 May 2011 : 18:55:17
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| For some reason, I tend to think the opposite. Many of them have voices too high or shrill for the character- this more true of the females, who often seem over-caffinated and bubbly, or just too "childish" for the character. Guys are less so, except when it sounds like a little kid playing at being a teen-ager or adult.... That always bothers me. The English ones usually at least sound age-appropriate to the character. |
The Goddess is alive, and magic is afoot.
"Where Science ends, Magic begins" -Spiral, Uncanny X-Men #491
"You idiots! You've captured their STUNT doubles!" -Spaceballs
Lothir's character background/stats: http://forum.candlekeep.com/pop_profile.asp?mode=display&id=5469
My stories:
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Lothir, courtesy of Sylinde (Deviant Art)/Luaxena (Chosen of Eilistraee)
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Dennis
Great Reader
9933 Posts |
Posted - 03 May 2011 : 04:35:32
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Alystra,
Most Japanese guys are way better. [But the Filipinos are the best, bias aside.] |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
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Posted - 03 May 2011 : 05:05:25
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quote:
Originally posted by Markustay
I have SOOOOOO stolen the 'State Alchemists' concept for my Kara-Tur.
I only just caught this now, but could you elaborate on this, Markus?
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Alystra Illianniis
Great Reader
USA
3750 Posts |
Posted - 03 May 2011 : 05:18:59
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| Japanese guys better? Um, okay, suuure.... Not really my cup-o-tea, to be honest. Something about their tone and timbre just doesn't sit right with me most of the time. It's okay for some of the "cute" animes, or the ones involving mostly young characters, but the English speakers sound more mature in most animes I've seen. To each his own, though. And I'm curious too, MT. |
The Goddess is alive, and magic is afoot.
"Where Science ends, Magic begins" -Spiral, Uncanny X-Men #491
"You idiots! You've captured their STUNT doubles!" -Spaceballs
Lothir's character background/stats: http://forum.candlekeep.com/pop_profile.asp?mode=display&id=5469
My stories:
http://z3.invisionfree.com/Mickeys_Comic_Tavern/index.php?showforum=188
Lothir, courtesy of Sylinde (Deviant Art)/Luaxena (Chosen of Eilistraee)
http://sylinde.deviantart.com/#/d2z6e4u |
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Dennis
Great Reader
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Posted - 04 May 2011 : 05:51:04
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The world of Time Master by Louise Cooper is one of my favorites now. Cooper's great attention to detail without sounding boring nor preachy is highly commendable. I also like her system of magic. And the characters are...really endearing. |
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Sith_Lord_Drizzt
Seeker
Canada
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Posted - 11 May 2011 : 20:00:05
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| Warhammer! Dark, gritty, and a great history! And great characters! My second favorite fantasy setting after the Realms!! |
"Jarlaxle's grin disappeared as he turned his attention to Drizzt. He watched the fury of the drow unleashed. Jarlaxle had seen Drizzt in action many times before, but never like that".
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Favorite Fantasy Settings
