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Cyz · 2006-10-04, 13:08

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Originally Posted by Deathkillz

why call a platoon "pumpkin scissors"?

it sounds cool though

it's much more unique than calling it something like it derives from an animal or something.

Levski · 2006-10-04, 13:18

should have called Strong Obliterating Vicious Intercontinental Endorsing Tugs or simply put SOVIET ...

Lost · 2006-10-04, 13:23

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Originally Posted by kuromitsu

It's as if the show couldn't decide if it wants to be a somewhat serious war story with some comedy or a light-hearted comedy with a somewhat serious side.

Exactly..

I'm sure they will explain the meaning behind Pumpkin Scissors. Just be patient.

Deathkillz · 2006-10-04, 13:27

ohoh lemme guess...the boss likes pumpkins for breakfast and the scissors are for cutting the top off

funny no?

Karnot · 2006-10-04, 13:28

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Correct me if I am wrong do Pumpkin Scissors amd FMA share same manga ka by any chance ?

Are you kidding ? There is no way you can confuse these two styles with your eyes close ! Or can you... ?
If anything - it looks totally like Scrapped Princess. No FMA was near during creation, thats for sure.

ashefatal · 2006-10-04, 14:19

@ all you people trying to figure why it's called 'Pumpkin Scissors'

Quote Aug. issue of NewType USA

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"....Just like a sturdy pair of pruning shears-or-"pumpkin scissors"-can slice through the tough skin of a gourd with ease, this special unit "slices" through thick layers of lies and corruption to reveal the truth of war and it's aftermath."

kauldron26 · 2006-10-04, 18:15

i liked the first ep... the art was very similar to FMA and Scrapped princess...

So i guess i'll be following Pumpkin scissors, dgrayman, deathnote and ofcourse Black lagoon 2.

Cyz · 2006-10-04, 19:35

Hmm, Gonzo sure likes war or war-like animes no? They have Pumpkin Scissors, Kiddy Grade, Trinity Blood, and....Evangelion yes?

-- Just finished watching the first ep. Man, that was good

The whole army style reminds me of FMA (with that matching drum beat too). So he has to open the lamp for him to fight?

Skane · 2006-10-04, 20:16

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Originally Posted by Cyz

Hmm, Gonzo sure likes war or war-like animes no? They have Pumpkin Scissors, Kiddy Grade, Trinity Blood, and....Evangelion yes?

Neon Genesis Evangelion is by Gainax.

Cyz · 2006-10-04, 20:17

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Originally Posted by Skane

Neon Genesis Evangelion is by Gainax.

Ah yes my bad.

Mgz · 2006-10-04, 20:56

seems like it is another girl with gun show O,o

the madlax fanbois in me is squeezing O,o

I like the 3rd pix on the OP post, pretty cute

oh, lot of maids O,o, and the name makes me chuckle

i0td · 2006-10-04, 21:46

I found the first very enjoyable, so I am really looking forward to more. Thank you Eclipse for subbing this series.

The setting established is intriguing, so I'm hoping that one of the central plots included involves the world development element. And of course, more Pumpkin Scissors.

orion · 2006-10-04, 22:03

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Originally Posted by Mentar

The "side project for warmup" was more intended to be a little jest, because we'll stick to a 48 hour turnaround, which is kinda "relaxed". Kanon will be a "go go go" project, in comparison.

Totally off-topic: Please take your time with Kanon. It's okay if we wait. Quality over speed is best imo!

TheFluff · 2006-10-04, 22:45

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Originally Posted by orion

Totally off-topic: Please take your time with Kanon. It's okay if we wait. Quality over speed is best imo!

Quoting the Eclipse FAQ:

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Originally Posted by Eclipse FAQ

- Eclipse is a speedsubbing group, right?
We'd prefer the word "intense subbers". Speedsubs implies crappy quality,
which Eclipse in general isn't known for. We're not fast because we're skipping
parts of the QC process or anything like that; we're fast because we have a
very strict schedule, abuse timezones, lose some sleep every week and have very
reliable members. Most fansubbers aren't willing to go to such lengths as we do
just for the sake of speed, which is perfectly understandable. We're not
blaming them; our way certainly has downsides. But it's our way of doing it.

We're not skipping out on anything to be fast, really. Honest. In most groups the script spends a lot more time sitting around on FTP's than it does being worked on. We're just cutting dead time. Taking more time wouldn't make the release any better; we do what we do, and when it's done we release. Simple as that.

FatPianoBoy · 2006-10-04, 23:12

My thoughts on the first episode:

Pumpkin Scissors
Let's give that name a minute to sink in. It's okay to use this minute to laugh as much as you feel is necessary.
...
......
I don't care why the name was chosen; it still sounds rediculous and a bit random. Not saying there's no method to the madness, it's just that I don't see it at this point.
Now, then. On with it.

OP: I'm not sure if I like the song yet. It reminds me a bit of Shakugan no Shana, which isn't really a good thing. The video's interesting and properly synched, so points added here.
Characters: Alice > You. Seriously, this girl's awesome. And, doth mine ears decieve me, or is that Niino Michi's (Aaeru; Simoun) voice I hear coming from her? Perfect fit, it is. I like the big soldier guy with the scar, too. Forgot his name, though. Actually, I'm not sure they mentioned it more than once, so... yeah. Those are the only two that stand out so far, other than the dog and his handler, who are probably just comic relief.
Story: I like. Well, there isn't any story yet, since it's only the first episode, but the setting is good. The faux-WWII technology and aesthetics are wonderful, and the animation is pretty. It's GONZO, after all, so that's pretty much a given. It could definitely go somewhere, but whether it will or not remains to be seen.
ED: ... WTF?

Random: This reminds me a bit of FMA in all the good ways; the blend of gritty realism and slightly off-the-wall anime humor especially. Fortunately, the rampant chibi of FMA is nowhere in sight (yet). I can't comment on Scrapped Princess, since I haven't seen it.
Also, I really love the scenes before the OP. They set a good mood and do a great job of setting up the environment quickly and coherrently. Props go here.

The Bottom Line:
If you're looking for a good war (that probably will turn into much more) anime this season, this is probably it.

sevenheaven7 · 2006-10-05, 00:17

is the man the main character? and is there going to be any romance in this anime between the main characters?

Mentar · 2006-10-05, 00:40

If the OP is any indication - yes. But you shouldn't go into this show expecting a romance anime

Kensuke · 2006-10-05, 02:39

Not bad, not bad at all, Gonzo + military = good. First episode was quite good introduction to the series, leaves a lot of questions open (but hopefully they are answered as the series progress).

Maids with guns in episode 2?

Karnot · 2006-10-05, 02:49

Reminded me of Trigun episode where Vash was surrounded by armed bar wenches.

Titanz · 2006-10-05, 02:55

Nice episode! Will definitely watch this series ;D
Thanks to Eclipse for subbing

Anti -tank troopers ftw!

One question : What the heck is will o the wisp?

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2006-10-05, 02:55	Link #60
Titanz My moe is Yakumo! Join Date: Sep 2006	Nice episode! Will definitely watch this series ;D Thanks to Eclipse for subbing Anti -tank troopers ftw! One question : What the heck is will o the wisp? Last edited by Titanz; 2006-10-05 at 03:52.

2006-10-04, 13:18	Link #42
Levski Banned Join Date: Sep 2006	should have called Strong Obliterating Vicious Intercontinental Endorsing Tugs or simply put SOVIET ...

2006-10-04, 18:15	Link #47
kauldron26 Med Student Join Date: Jul 2006 Age: 40	i liked the first ep... the art was very similar to FMA and Scrapped princess... So i guess i'll be following Pumpkin scissors, dgrayman, deathnote and ofcourse Black lagoon 2.

2006-10-04, 20:56	Link #51
Mgz Madlax fanboyz Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alberta, Canada Age: 38	seems like it is another girl with gun show O,o the madlax fanbois in me is squeezing O,o I like the 3rd pix on the OP post, pretty cute oh, lot of maids O,o, and the name makes me chuckle

2006-10-04, 21:46	Link #52
i0td Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Desert, USA Age: 37	I found the first very enjoyable, so I am really looking forward to more. Thank you Eclipse for subbing this series. The setting established is intriguing, so I'm hoping that one of the central plots included involves the world development element. And of course, more Pumpkin Scissors.

2006-10-04, 23:12	Link #55
FatPianoBoy Dansa med oss Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Near Cincinnati, OH, but actually in Kentucky Age: 36	My thoughts on the first episode: Pumpkin Scissors Let's give that name a minute to sink in. It's okay to use this minute to laugh as much as you feel is necessary. ... ...... I don't care why the name was chosen; it still sounds rediculous and a bit random. Not saying there's no method to the madness, it's just that I don't see it at this point. Now, then. On with it. OP: I'm not sure if I like the song yet. It reminds me a bit of Shakugan no Shana, which isn't really a good thing. The video's interesting and properly synched, so points added here. Characters: Alice > You. Seriously, this girl's awesome. And, doth mine ears decieve me, or is that Niino Michi's (Aaeru; Simoun) voice I hear coming from her? Perfect fit, it is. I like the big soldier guy with the scar, too. Forgot his name, though. Actually, I'm not sure they mentioned it more than once, so... yeah. Those are the only two that stand out so far, other than the dog and his handler, who are probably just comic relief. Story: I like. Well, there isn't any story yet, since it's only the first episode, but the setting is good. The faux-WWII technology and aesthetics are wonderful, and the animation is pretty. It's GONZO, after all, so that's pretty much a given. It could definitely go somewhere, but whether it will or not remains to be seen. ED: ... WTF? Random: This reminds me a bit of FMA in all the good ways; the blend of gritty realism and slightly off-the-wall anime humor especially. Fortunately, the rampant chibi of FMA is nowhere in sight (yet). I can't comment on Scrapped Princess, since I haven't seen it. Also, I really love the scenes before the OP. They set a good mood and do a great job of setting up the environment quickly and coherrently. Props go here. The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a good war (that probably will turn into much more) anime this season, this is probably it.

2006-10-05, 00:17	Link #56
sevenheaven7 Member Join Date: Jun 2006	is the man the main character? and is there going to be any romance in this anime between the main characters?

2006-10-05, 00:40	Link #57
Mentar Banned Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Hamburg Age: 54	If the OP is any indication - yes. But you shouldn't go into this show expecting a romance anime

2006-10-05, 02:39	Link #58
Kensuke Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Finland	Not bad, not bad at all, Gonzo + military = good. First episode was quite good introduction to the series, leaves a lot of questions open (but hopefully they are answered as the series progress). Maids with guns in episode 2?

2006-10-05, 02:49	Link #59
Karnot Banned Join Date: Feb 2006	Reminded me of Trigun episode where Vash was surrounded by armed bar wenches.