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Summary: "It looks like I have made another weird friend..."
Review: Of course since Himura Kenshin is staying with Karou Kamiya at her dojo, the title of "Rurouni Kenshin: Wandering Samurai" is rather ironic. Volume 2, "Battle in the Moonlight," continues the creation of the core group for the popular anime series and sets the tone for things becoming much more serious. In Episode 5, "The Reverse-blade Sword vs. The Zambatou," Kenshin and Sanosuke Sagara have their big dual. The episode title refers to their respective swords, a non-killing blade and the largest sword in Japan (a.k.a. "the horse killer"). We finally learn why Sanosuke hates the Imperialists and he ends up becoming the fourth member of the group. Episode 6 "The Appearance of Kurogas" and Episode 7 "Deathmatch Under the Moon" offers a two-part confrontation between Kenshin and a shadowy samurai who is able to cloud the minds of his opponent. Kurogas's goal is to enrage Kenshin so that he fights like the mankiller he once was and towards that goal he kidnaps Karou, who had been trying to get Kenshin to notice what is right under his nose. Episode 8, "A New Battle," is the opening chapter of a larger storyline, introducing Megumi Takani. Descended from a long line of doctors she is now involved in an opium ring and seeks the protection of Kenshin. We also meet Aoshi Shinomori, the former master spy and assassin, who is now the chief enforcer for the opium ring. This ups the ante for "Rurouni Kenshin" in a couple of ways, not only because the subject matter is more serious, but also because Megumi seems intent on coming between Kenshin and Karou. What makes this rather interesting is that the "cutesy" anime sequences, usually provoked by any notion of romance between our hero and young Karou, are really starting to seem out of place. The strengths of this anime is that it is intent on developing a series of characters with some depth involved in stories set against the historical period of the Meiji Restoration. Young viewers are being brought up to the next level of anime story telling and the more serious the subject matter becomes in these episodes the less appropriate we find the kiddie stuff to be. Still, the ambitious nature of "Rurouni Kenshin" is clear at this point, which makes it a notch above most of its competitors. In terms of the Extras this time around the Liner Notes continue our education on Japanese language and culture as to the meaning of "sessha," who the Shougital were, what constitutes a Battojutsu, and the correct usage of ore; however, be aware that these vocabulary terms are not in alphabetical order and that the writing is pretty small. The character provided on Volume 2 are of Megumi Takani and Aoshi Shinomori, as our little group continues to expand. There are even some faux "Outtakes" which show that these extras are limited by fan friendly.
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Summary: "It looks like I have made another weird friend..."
Review: Of course since Himura Kenshin is staying with Karou Kamiya at her dojo, the title of "Rurouni Kenshin: Wandering Samurai" is rather ironic. Volume 2, "Battle in the Moonlight," continues the creation of the core group for the popular anime series and sets the tone for things becoming much more serious. In Episode 5, "The Reverse-blade Sword vs. The Zambatou," Kenshin and Sanosuke Sagara have their big dual. The episode title refers to their respective swords, a non-killing blade and the largest sword in Japan (a.k.a. "the horse killer"). We finally learn why Sanosuke hates the Imperialists and he ends up becoming the fourth member of the group. Episode 6 "The Appearance of Kurogas" and Episode 7 "Deathmatch Under the Moon" offers a two-part confrontation between Kenshin and a shadowy samurai who is able to cloud the minds of his opponent. Kurogas's goal is to enrage Kenshin so that he fights like the mankiller he once was and towards that goal he kidnaps Karou, who had been trying to get Kenshin to notice what is right under his nose. Episode 8, "A New Battle," is the opening chapter of a larger storyline, introducing Megumi Takani. Descended from a long line of doctors she is now involved in an opium ring and seeks the protection of Kenshin. We also meet Aoshi Shinomori, the former master spy and assassin, who is now the chief enforcer for the opium ring. This ups the ante for "Rurouni Kenshin" in a couple of ways, not only because the subject matter is more serious, but also because Megumi seems intent on coming between Kenshin and Karou. What makes this rather interesting is that the "cutesy" anime sequences, usually provoked by any notion of romance between our hero and young Karou, are really starting to seem out of place. The strengths of this anime is that it is intent on developing a series of characters with some depth involved in stories set against the historical period of the Meiji Restoration. Young viewers are being brought up to the next level of anime story telling and the more serious the subject matter becomes in these episodes the less appropriate we find the kiddie stuff to be. Still, the ambitious nature of "Rurouni Kenshin" is clear at this point, which makes it a notch above most of its competitors. In terms of the Extras this time around the Liner Notes continue our education on Japanese language and culture as to the meaning of "sessha," who the Shougital were, what constitutes a Battojutsu, and the correct usage of ore; however, be aware that these vocabulary terms are not in alphabetical order and that the writing is pretty small. The character provided on Volume 2 are of Megumi Takani and Aoshi Shinomori, as our little group continues to expand. There are even some faux "Outtakes" which show that these extras are limited by fan friendly.
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Summary: Rurouni Kenshin video
Review: The video was as great and perfect as the ones on tv! The english dialogue was perfect, the color, everything was perfect to me!!
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Summary: Hail Kenshin!!!
Review: these 4 eppisodes are the ones that got me hooked on kenshin. and let me tell you. it gets a whole lot better, hint hint ;-).
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Summary: The point where Rurouni Kenshin becomes an Obsession
Review: This DVD contains episodes that get you psyched up, leaving you wanting more! Viewers get a glimpse of the dangerous, cold-blooded killer concealed within Kenshin for the first time when he is forced to confront a man from his past who possesses fighting skills that can match Kenshin's. Kenshin is once again faced with the conflict of whether to kill or be killed... The DVD serves as an introduction to Megumi Takani and the Oniwabanshuu Ninjas. Sanosuke becomes a new face at the Kamiya dojo and little romantic sparks between Kenshin and Kaoru appear here and there. Personally, these episodes turned me into a Kenshin fan and I would say it is the most exciting of the DVDs which precede the Kyoto Arc. It's a teaser leaving you wondering and wanting to know more about Kenshin as the batthousai. It's also a precurser, giving you a taste of the type of men and type of battles Kenshin will have to face the next time Kenshin's present collides with his past!
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Summary: Things start to ramp up nicely... |g|
Review: This DVD features episodes ('eps') 5-8, first season. They are all critical eps, insofar as they introduce important characters, and/or feature highly distinctive and entertaining stories that will be referred back to by later eps. The 8th ep introduces a character (Aoshi Shinomori) who shall be very important in later installments of the 'main' story. All eps are taken from stories of the original manga (Japanese graphic novels). The threat level to Kenshin (& company) ramps up significantly during these four eps. The eps feature the first person whom Kenshin cannot defeat in one hit; the first enemy who actually lands his own hits (and damaging ones) on Kenshin; and the first time Kenshin is forced to go into full Battousai-mode (his eyes change color when he becomes mad enough to kill. In later eps, his clothes change color, too. |g|) Eps 6-7 also feature swordfights which take place at Kenshin's own speed level, and thus are sufficiently detailed. The 8th ep features the first serious multiple-person threat to Kenshin & Co. The DVD ends with the first of a 4-ep story arc (arguably the best of the first season), which rather annoyed me. This DVD is the first one to feature the amusing 'outtake' vocal dubbing sequences. The outtake sequences are a typical bonus for (almost) all the DVDs from here on out.
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Summary: Part two of Rurouni Kenshin(By Joey)
Review: This DVD has episodes which meanings cannot be fully understood until seeing more of the Kenshin saga. The battle between Sonosuke and Kenshin is very entertaining and critical to the story as this will not be the last time that they fight. The episodes regarding Jinah and the battle in the moonlight show how Kenshin is battleing with his inner Batosai and how what he does will effect Kaoru. It forshadows the romance that will brew between the two of them, especially the "Protect the one you love" title. Kaoru is the main person bringing him back to who he is and not the murderer inside himself. This is an excellent DVD that will keep you at the edge of your seat with its fighting and romantic atmosphere. When first watching Kenshin on cartoon network this is the show that got me hooked and began a long binge on Rurouni Kenshin. I highly recommend it!
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Summary: A foreshadowing Volume
Review: This DVD has episodes which meanings cannot be fully understood until seeing more of the Kenshin saga. The battle between Sonosuke and Kenshin is very entertaining and critical to the story as this will not be the last time that they fight. The episodes regarding Jinah and the battle in the moonlight show how Kenshin is battleing with his inner Batosai and how what he does will effect Kaoru. It forshadows the romance that will brew between the two of them, especially the "Protect the one you love" title. Kaoru is the main person bringing him back to who he is and not the murderer inside himself. This is an excellent DVD that will keep you at the edge of your seat with its fighting and romantic atmosphere. When first watching Kenshin on cartoon network this is the show that got me hooked and began a long binge on Rurouni Kenshin. I highly recommend it!
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Summary: Rurouni Kenshin Volume 2 Reveiw
Review: This DVD like all the other Rurouni Kenshin DVDs that I have seen it's excellent! This one is one of the best whenever the swords of two manslays cross you know your in for some of the best action and story that anime has to offer. This DVD also has the episode were kenshin becomes friends with zanza the fighter for higher. It's an unmissable DVD and a must have for any kenshin collector!
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Summary: Moonlight Review
Review: This is a great movie it's excellent in quality, and has an excellent fight scene in it. The fight is with Gina an asassin who uses shino-ipo to paralyze the victaims only to slaughter them. When he finds Kenshin he challenges him to a battle. Kenshin accepts even though he knows he can't beat him since leaving battousai the man slayer in the past, so Kenshin tries to awaken the legendary battousai that is inside of him to kill Gina.
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