23 - Random Curiosity

Darker than BLACK: Ryuusei no Gemini – 03

By Omni October 23, 2009

Summary:A certain surge causes the drones keeping Hei in place to overload, and at the urging of Mao, Suou tackles Hei into the icy waters nearby.

11eyes PV

Ayane – Arrival of Tears PV (11eyes OP)

By Divine October 23, 2009

I finally got my hands on Ayane's newest PV, "Arrival of Tears". Since the single's release a few days ago, I've been listening to the full version of the song a fair bit and it's quickly grown on me. It's currently on my playlist and mp3 player and will probably be a mainstay there for a while. Back in my post about the first episode of 11eyes, I mentioned how Ayane sounds freakishly similar to Mizuki Nana at times. While I still feel that's the case when she sings certain notes, I've listened to Ayane's songs enough now to be able to tell them apart fairly easily now. That said, I would still love to hear Ayane sing one of Mizuki Nana's songs or vice-versa just so I can be in awe.

As for the PV itself, it reminds me a bit of her "cloudier sky" one, except it's completely 11eyes-themed with the Red Night and black moon. (Pretty cool.) Seeing as Ayane performed songs for the original visual novel and the Xbox 360 port "11eyes Crossover", I guess it's only fitting that the PV somewhat reflects the story of 11eyes. I tend to enjoy PVs that have some connection to the anime the song's featured in, but I realize that's usually the least of their concerns -- especially when a song wasn't written specifically for a show. In any case, I've included the anime opening below as well as the visual novel's "Lunatic Tears..." for some extra 11eyes "feel" should you need it. Enjoy.

First Impressions Kimi ni Todoke

Kimi ni Todoke – 03

By Omni October 23, 2009

Summary:Sawako is still getting used to how so many people are now friendly with her, and she attributes it all to Kazehaya.

First Impressions Nyan Koi!

Nyan Koi! – 04

By Divine October 23, 2009

(Utsukushii Hito)
"Beautiful Person"

What are the Saki girls doing in Nyan Koi? Shouldn't they be practicing for their mahjong nationals? Also, is it considered a trap if it goes the other way around? I don't suppose that it does, but I'm still jostled by the whole ordeal. *shudder*

First Impressions Kampfer

Kampfer – 04

By Divine October 22, 2009

Kriegserklrung (Tatakau Otome-tachi)
"Declaration of War ~The Fighting Maidens~"

Seductive student council presidents are dangerous business. With three of the hottest girls in school fighting over his female self, Natsuru should just let them have their way with him. I know I would.

First Impressions Sasameki Koto

Sasameki Koto – 03

By Divine October 21, 2009

(Faasuto Kisu)
"First Kiss"

It just had to be an Ultraman mask didn't it? If I were in Sumika's shoes, I would've ripped that mask off Ushio's face at the last moment before going in for the "kill".

11eyes First Impressions

11eyes – 03

By Divine October 21, 2009

egyedlll bszkesg (Kodoku na Hokori)
"Solitary Pride"

Not only does she have Tachibana Dousetsu's legendary Raikiri, Misuzu also has four other katanas from renowned Japanese swordsmiths. And here I thought The Sacred Blacksmith was for katana fanatics.

First Impressions Kobato.

Kobato. – 03

By Omni October 21, 2009

Summary:On this very rainy day, Sayaka brings Kobato to her friend Chitose's apartment building so that Kobato can have a place to stay.

FAIRY TAIL First Impressions

FAIRY TAIL – 02

By Omni October 20, 2009

Summary:Lucy arrives with Natsu at the Fairy Tail guild house, only to find a lot of eccentric characters who all seem inclined to brawl.

First Impressions Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu

Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu Purezza – 03

By Divine October 20, 2009

(Aa, Ita......)
"Ah, Ow..."

What the hell is Sanzenin Nagi doing in Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu? Did she jump series after Hayate no Gotoku! ended? What's with all the panty shots too? In comparison, Kampfer, SoraOto, and 11eyes can barely even be considered fan-service anymore.