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Summary: The Best Season!
Review: ((This is not a summary of the season... you can read other reviews for that))
The sad thing about some people is, they fail to see Rurouni Kenshin's plus points, namely the characters and character development (which are both top-notch), and start criticizing it's stiff action scenes and it's tendency to be over-dramatic at times.Granted, the action is somewhat average compared to other anime of the same kind, and Kenshin's droning on about peace and justice might get on your nerves after awhile, but if that's all RK-haters notice, they must be really blind and ignorant! This is one of the best series to ever grace the anime world! Like I said above, the characters are excellent (our lovable hero Kenshin; the quick-tempered yet kind Kaoru; the slightly goofy but charming Sanosuke; the arrogant lil' samurai-in training Yahiko and the sarcasm-spouting Saitou; not forgetting cold,broody Aoshi and the adorable tomboy Misao).You grow to feel for (and fall in love with) these people, and that, I believe, is RK's strongest point. I also strongly believe that character development is crucial for any anime series to really work, and this one definitely has it. A special mention goes out to the humour, which is typical anime slapstick, and one that will have you in splits! However, if you are not into that kind of thing,you might want to look elsewhere, because this series is sprinkled (or should I say 'dosed') with slapstick.
All in all, if you are looking for something with just the right balance of comedy, action and plot, then this one is for you. And if you are a beginner with anime and would like to experience its 'magic', then look no further, because this is the best place to get started. The english dubbing ain't bad, but I suggest watching it with japanese audio and english subtitles, as some of the humour doesn't quite work in the dub. By the way, the second season is the best (duh! I'm reviewing it, right?), so if you are going to judge RK, by all means do it solely by watching this season; the other two pale in comparison.
Note: To certain (RK-hating) people who think that animes with blood-thirsty protagonists are the only ones worth the time and money, I have only this to say- you are in serious need of psychiatric help, because it's obvious that you're fanatical about violence.Hating a series just because of it's pacifism is really pathetic! Rurouni Kenshin shows us that 'violence only begets violence', and in a time like ours, this message should be heeded more than ever.
Give this one a try, and rest assured, you WILL BE hooked!
Trust me. ^_^
I'd actually give it 4.5 stars, but since I can't do that here, I'll just round it off to 5... it deserves it, anyway!
Rating:
Summary: And I thought the first season was good...
Review: After watching the first season of the popular anime 'Rurouni Kenshin,' I thought it wouldn't get much better. I discovered I was wrong: season two consists of the most powerful episodes in the anime. The deep characterization and intense battles of the series are intensified as undiscovered characters are met and parts of Kenshin's mysterious past are unveiled gradually. Season 2 is considerably darker, and a central plot and main conflict are present in the anime for the first time. It all begins with the visit of Saitou Hajime to the dojo, which leads to, by far, the best battle in the entire series. Kenshin discovers that the dangers he thought had died with the revolution have returned to threaten the fate of Japan.
Addressing the extras included, outtakes are rather amusing, as are the character messages. The liner notes and attack list can be rather helpful in times of question. Fans of the music of the series will be pleased with all the new opening/closing themes. (Contrary to one reviewer's statement, these DVDs DO include Bonnie Pink's closing theme "It's Gonna Rain" AND L'arc~en~Ciel's ending theme "4th Avenue Cafe," as well as T.M. Revolution's "Heart of Sword" and Kawamoto Makoto's opening "1/2.")
I highly recommend this treasure to hardcore fans of Kenshin who are willing to spend the money. (Actually, you save anyway by buying this wonderful compilation. If you buy the DVDs separately, you may find yourself wanting to collect them all. It is better to do so by purchasing this set.) Lastly, if you are short on cash and would like a sampling of what Rurouni Kenshin is about, the best of it is included in Volume 7, "Shadow of the Wolf."
Rating:
Summary: Finally something worth my time
Review: As said in earlier reviews the first 2 seasons of Kenshin were superb, starting from when kenshin arrives at Karou dojo up untill the mummy man shishio is killed. After that the series gets kinda wierd, not wierd like evangelions ending wierd but wierd enough to say kenshin fights jesus. Although the later episodes are wierd the first two are excellent and are well worth your money, and the to the boxed sets now you can obtained both seaons with ease
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Summary: The reason why this show is the best
Review: Few anime shows can ever be masterpiece level. Season 1 of Rurouni Kenshin was a great introductory season but with its share of problems. There wasn't a central plot as it seemed most of the episodes were more "mishaps" then anything. Not so with Season 2. Season 2 has everything going for it and anything you would ask for.At the end of Season 1, a man named Saito Hajime came looking for Kenshin. Sanosuke got involved and as a result, became seriously injured when Saito attacked him. So Kenshin fights Saito(in the first of 3 awesome battles). The fight ends in a draw, and Kenshin is informed a former hitokiri(man-slayer/assassin) who was Kenshin's successor as hitokiri is planning on overthrowing the government and controlling Japan. So as usual, it's up to Kenshin and his friends including some new ones to take down Shishio and his Juppon Gatana clan. First of all, you know a series is great when you actually care for villains or former villains. Soujiro Seta, Saito Hajime and Aoshi Shinomori have all fought Kenshin but turned things around and you still care about each rather than disposable right hand runts. The animation is far better, and a more serious tone with it's share of laughs and 3 of the greatest fights: the aforementioned Saito fight, Kenshin's rematch against Aoshi and the final fight against Shishio. I won't spoil anything but I'll say this: Kenshin does the coolest move on him. New characters are introduced including the Juppon Gatana, and Misao, the next commander of the Onibwa Banshu and one with a big crush on Aoshi. By the way word of advice: watch season 3 at your own risk. Season 2 ended the best way it could but then season 3 was tacked on at the end and while it does have its moments, it feels like the series sputtered to a bland close rather than it's perfect ending in this season. Great fights, music, characters, storylines, this season has it all and most likely more.
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Summary: This season of Kenshin is a must see!!
Review: Hi,
Well they have finally made a kyto arc box set.... But why is it so special you ask? If you missed the first season i suggest you buy the first boxset( and then get hooked like the rest of us) If you already seen season one then you are going to love this one... You see Kenshin was the best assasin paving the way for a peacful japan in the late 1800's. Then he become a peaceful wonderer and met his friends karou ( the teacher of a fighting school and hidden love intrest) Sanoske ( former fighter for hire, and 2nd stongest in the group) and yahikko( a strong willed young man who wants to be a great swrodsman someday) Together they go on many advetures until one day a mad man called shishio treatens the peaceful japan that the govement has worked so hard to acheive. Kenshin must leave is newfound family and possibly betray his vow never to kill again in order to detroy shisho's plans and save japan........ even if it means his life!! This is the best season of the best series ever! It has more blood, romance, tears, and twist than the first seriese and have you watching the dvd's one by one until the next day. So why are you still reading this for... go a head and buy it silly! I know I am
Rating:
Summary: Breathtaking
Review: I have never seen an anime series so powerful, so raw, so emotional, and so beautiful as Rurouni Kenshin and Samurai X. This box set is more than worth it. Absolutley fantastic
Rating:
Summary: wow...
Review: I love this show, and this is by FAR the best arc in the story. It's fantastic (although the battle with Shishio is a little drawn out...) in every way. If you like Rurouni Kenshin, then this is definitely worth your money and time. GREAT!
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Summary: One Of The Best
Review: It has been said that Kenshin is a series with many highs and lows, this story arc is most certainly the high point and one of the best stories in all of anime. I first discovered Kenshin in the dark and very well done ova, however I found it very hard to watch the of the tv series. It was very lighthearted compared to the ova, but once I discovered this part of the series I liked it, loved it, and adored it, even more now than ova. Although it's not as dark or violent it has a truly brilliant narrative. Not only has the tone changed from the wandering samurai arc but it seems that the direction has changed significantly, but it has a whole new musical score that fits the tale like a glove. Not only that but there is so much more to the characters, in the first arc Kenshin only has to rely on his skills as a wanderer but now with the fate of Japan on his shoulders and enemies greater than himself he has only two choices: once again become the Battousai or complete the training he gave up to fight in the revolution. As for his enemies this is what really makes this story shine. Shishio Makoto is perhaps the greatest villain in all of anime, his right hand Sojiro is sure as hell no push over either. I must say I've been waiting for this collection for some time, and believe me it's worth the cash. This series is must for any and all anime fans.
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Summary: A must for every anime fan
Review: Kenshin is a classic. While the later episodes were not great, almost any anime fan will agree that season 1 (also available in a box set - The Wandering Samurai) and season 2, the Kyoto saga, are absolute must-sees. Kenshin also seems to transcend age and gender borders, appealing to both boys and girls, from 9 or 10 years old (although the series is not recommended for children, I know of some parents who have chosen to allow their children to view it anyway, citing the good moral truths of an assasin who has sworn to never kill again and to fight only to defend the innocent in atonement for his terrible past) to senior citizenship. Old fans have been waiting for this box set for years. If you've never seen Kenshin and are just looking for something new to try out, I would definitely recommend both the season 1 box set and this one.
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Summary: Perfect box set, except for one thing...
Review: Love the series, this is the second time going through it. The best story arc of this series, excluding the Enishi arc from the manga... in any event, this would have been 5 stars except for this particular box set: For some bloody ridiculous reason, they eliminated Bonnie Pink's gorgeous end theme "It's Gonna Rain" and replaced it with a L'arc~en~Ciel song from the movie. WHY! I need to know what the circumstances were for this horrific decision! It wasn't liek this in the regular DVDs!!!
Otherwise, nice box that doesn't have a hinge, just a lid that could get lost and has no security value to the box itself.
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