X - Four (TV Series, Vol. 4)

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Summary: The Choice... The Cost...
Review: One of interesting episodes that will no doubt get lost amongst the more dramatic episodes is 'Inuki.' This is Yuzuriha Nekoi's story. As a child, this Dragon of Heaven acquired an invisible friend a puppy named Inuki, whose duty was to protect her. It always hurt her that no one else could see Inuki. The delight of her coming to Tokyo was discovering that the other Dragons could see the dog. Especially Kusanagi Shiyu, one of the few sympathetic Dragons of Earth.

The remaining two episodes delineate the crisis point of this series - Kamui's decision. The interactions between Kamui, Kotori, and Fuma are lovingly detailed, as the second Shinken makes its appearance and the inexorable mid-point is reached. These are terrible events whose repercussions drive the remainder of the series. The viewer will have to forgive me for being as mysterious as possible.

One of the things worth musing on at this point is how negatively the Dragons of Earth are painted. In reality, they represent the divine urge to sweep all away and start over, while the Dragons of Heaven speak for the need to care and preserve. Shiva and Vishnu, ever in conflict, but both needed. As such, I am surprised that they are very nearly cast as the villains. Regardless of the final resolution of the series, neither side represents evil, nor should either be allowed to rule on its own. It will be interesting to see how Yoshiaki Kawajiri brings this to closure.

In any case, this continues to be a brilliant, disquieting series that speaks with both metaphor and action. This effort is amazingly superior to the jagged presentation of the film. And continually lives up to its artistic promise. I'm glad the decision was made to create this reinterpretation. Of course, by now, you have discovered the same thing yourself.

Rating:
Summary: The Choice... The Cost...
Review: One of interesting episodes that will no doubt get lost amongst the more dramatic episodes is 'Inuki.' This is Yuzuriha Nekoi's story. As a child, this Dragon of Heaven acquired an invisible friend a puppy named Inuki, whose duty was to protect her. It always hurt her that no one else could see Inuki. The delight of her coming to Tokyo was discovering that the other Dragons could see the dog. Especially Kusanagi Shiyu, one of the few sympathetic Dragons of Earth.

The remaining two episodes delineate the crisis point of this series - Kamui's decision. The interactions between Kamui, Kotori, and Fuma are lovingly detailed, as the second Shinken makes its appearance and the inexorable mid-point is reached. These are terrible events whose repercussions drive the remainder of the series. The viewer will have to forgive me for being as mysterious as possible.

One of the things worth musing on at this point is how negatively the Dragons of Earth are painted. In reality, they represent the divine urge to sweep all away and start over, while the Dragons of Heaven speak for the need to care and preserve. Shiva and Vishnu, ever in conflict, but both needed. As such, I am surprised that they are very nearly cast as the villains. Regardless of the final resolution of the series, neither side represents evil, nor should either be allowed to rule on its own. It will be interesting to see how Yoshiaki Kawajiri brings this to closure.

In any case, this continues to be a brilliant, disquieting series that speaks with both metaphor and action. This effort is amazingly superior to the jagged presentation of the film. And continually lives up to its artistic promise. I'm glad the decision was made to create this reinterpretation. Of course, by now, you have discovered the same thing yourself.

Rating:
Summary: X Volume 4 Review
Review: The first episode is kind of dull. It tells about Yuzuriha's childhood and her invisible spirit dog, Inuki. But the other two make up for it. The second episode tells how Kamui's mother died and what she told him to do, the second divine sword is born in this episode. The third episode is a milestone episode. Kamui finally picks a side!!! And Fuma awakens as the other Kamui. I'm not going to tell which side he picked. The ending of this volume is rather sad, someone is killed by a Dragon of Earth. I love this volume, check it out.

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Summary: An amazing anime series continues
Review: These episodes are truly amazing. They continue the X tradition of stunning animation, interesting characters, and gorgeous music. The ending is shocking and unforgettable. It sets in motion the rest of the series. This is a pivotal DVD no fan should be without. Here on out the war for the fate of the world begins. The dragons of earth and the dragons of Heaven are all ready for the final battle. I CAN'T WAIT for the next DVD.

Rating:
Summary: An amazing anime series continues
Review: These episodes are truly amazing. They continue the X tradition of stunning animation, interesting characters, and gorgeous music. The ending is shocking and unforgettable. It sets in motion the rest of the series. This is a pivotal DVD no fan should be without. Here on out the war for the fate of the world begins. The dragons of earth and the dragons of Heaven are all ready for the final battle. I CAN'T WAIT for the next DVD.

Rating:
Summary: Excellent, but it's no X [One]
Review: This DVD is just another DVD of a great series. The DVD X [One] blew me away and I immediately bought this DVD as well. This was almost a let-down. It's not a shot at the series, but to the people who are organizing these DVDs for American release. I am seriously sick and tired of 3-episode DVDs. We all know they can put at least 5 episodes on one DVD and when they put 3, they're trying to scam more money from me. For our [item price] we at least deserve 4 episodes!

Great series, but these DVD's aren't really worth the money unless you're really into it. I can't justify [that much] to an episode.

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Summary: Fuma and Kamui make their choices
Review: X the TV show is a wonderful, well thought out anime that is both intelligent and action packed.
This is the pivotal DVD in the X series. Kamui chooses what side he is going to fight for. This makes Fuma's choice for him. And once that happens, Fuma wastes no time. The actions he takes will forever alter Kamui's life. And certainly alter the future of the world.
X, up to this point has been beautiful and surreal. The episodes on this DVD change the mood of the show. And sets a new darker tone for the remainder of the series. The events that occur in this one are harsh and cruel. But then again this show is about the end of the world.

Rating:
Summary: Fuma and Kamui make their choices
Review: X the TV show is a wonderful, well thought out anime that is both intelligent and action packed.
This is the pivotal DVD in the X series. Kamui chooses what side he is going to fight for. This makes Fuma's choice for him. And once that happens, Fuma wastes no time. The actions he takes will forever alter Kamui's life. And certainly alter the future of the world.
X, up to this point has been beautiful and surreal. The episodes on this DVD change the mood of the show. And sets a new darker tone for the remainder of the series. The events that occur in this one are harsh and cruel. But then again this show is about the end of the world.