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Summary: Decent start for a series which later becomes spectacular.
Review: This is a long anime series, and at first it may seem to drag somewhat. The early episodes are intended to introduce and establish the main cast of characters, to show them at their best, to allow the viewer to come to know them well. The stories told in episodes 1-27 (the first season) of the series are fairly simple, though fairly well-written. It is clear at all times that Kenshin and his friends are the "good guys," and that the people they're up against (bandits, pirates, terrorists, the like) are the bad guys, in almost all of these episodes. There are a few exceptions, but only a very few. It is with the second season that the story really becomes interesting, even riveting, as the series becomes more concerned with historical Japan. The stories become much more complex, with the lines between good and evil blurring and becoming nonexistent. This saga, the Kyoto Saga, is the best of Rurouni Kenshin, and the story which makes the series worthwhile. The main reason to watch these early episodes is for knowledge of the characters, their backgrounds, their stories, and their motivations, by the time the Kyoto Saga comes around. If you've already started the series, and are wondering what all the fuss is about, because the story isn't as interesting as you've heard, you've probably heard about the Kyoto Saga. Hang in there, it'll be worth it. In other words, the early episodes are worth buying as a part of the series, even though they're nothing spectacular on their own. The reason I give this 4 stars instead of 3 is simple: this is an excellent example of good translation work. If you're considering not bothering with the pro translations, and sticking with the fansubs, let me tell you, as someone who's watched the entire series fansubbed, you're making a mistake. This translation gives new quality to this series. Thank you to all those involved with the translation; you have preserved the beauty of the language used in the series, no easy task.
Rating: 
Summary: Enter Kurogasa
Review: This is the first volume where Kenshin has some serious trouble against an opponent. The character Kurogasa is execellently portrayed by voice actor Ohtsuka Akio, depicting his violent atmosphere and joy for battle so well, that you actually start to like this character.
A new story line begins as well, presenting the Oniwaban group, and Kenshin's future opponent, Aoshi Shinomori. Don't miss these epesoids.
Rating:
Summary: Enter Kurogasa
Review: This is the first volume where Kenshin has some serious trouble against an opponent. The character Kurogasa is execellently portrayed by voice actor Ohtsuka Akio, depicting his violent atmosphere and joy for battle so well, that you actually start to like this character.
A new story line begins as well, presenting the Oniwaban group, and Kenshin's future opponent, Aoshi Shinomori. Don't miss these epesoids.
Rating:
Summary: Rurouni Kenshin - Great Series
Review: This is Volume 2 of the Rurouni Kenshin Series. This DVD is one of my favorites ( then again, all of them are my favorites ) because of the fighting sequences and introduction of new, main, characters to this series. In addition to the great stories and artwork, we have a glimpse at the relationship between Kaoru and Kenshin. Plus, the music selection is great. I think the pieces they have really suits the mood of the scene. The DVD contains 4 Episodes: Episode 5 is a continuation of Zansa, fighter-for-hire, Story Arc in which his past is made known to Kenshin. Episode 6-7 is the Kurogasa Story Arc in which Kenshin must come to terms with his past as a manslayer. Episode 8 is the beginning of the Oniwabanshu Story Arc.
Rating:
Summary: Magnificent
Review: Volume two of this stunning series is just as good as the first; as another reviewer has said, the earlier episodes are a bit more concerned with introducing the characters and developing their motivations; this said, there are still some stunning sequences that are well worth waiting for. This DVD also introduces the beginning of a very long storyline that will not be concluded until at least the end of the first season and (it seems) even beyond that.The series is set in historical Japan but does take liberties, so it is best viewed as a work of historical fiction, or maybe even an 'alternate history' setting. There is not much extra present on the DVD but what is present nicely complements the main feature, especially for those not already familiar with Japanese culture. Subtitling is performed using a somewhat archaic-sounding form for Kenshin, but I feel that it is appropriate to how he behaves. The dubbed version seems to be adequate but I have not really listened to it (I am generally biased against dubs, as I have infrequently come across decent work in this area). Finally, this is not a series that you will be able to just pick up; if you do not watch the episodes leading up to this, you will miss a great deal of the feel of the series. I strongly recommend watching this series in order; while this is not critical at this early stage, it will become more so as the series develops.
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Summary: I'm a lunatic otaku of this series
Review: wao I realy made this is the most hapiess day's of my life thak's for existing guy's I love ya
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