To an extent there’re a certain element of Greek Mythology with this animation for instance the virus who turn people to stone by drying up their cell are called “Medusa Virus” while Zeus was playing eroge games at the corner of his house.. LOL! On a thought, will it be a painful experience or a [...] Related posts:2012 The Movie. It Was Epic! Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann – The Movie: Ragan-hen It's Not Hard To Differentiate Between Avatars
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Bandai is going to release the Chouzoukei Damashii Gurren Lagann ( 超造形魂でグレンラガン ) trading figure from the anime “Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann”. Will be released in May 2010. Total 9 kinds. Each figure around 110mm tall, 650 yen each. There are 9 different kinds in total but we only have 7... **This is a content summary only. Please visit Nekomagic for full content!**
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Medium: Manga (12 volumes) Genre: Adventure, Fantasy Author: Osamu Tezuka Original Run: 1967 – 1988 (Various Pubs–JPN) Released: Mar 2003 (Viz Media–NA/UK) Age Rating: Rating Unknown As legend has it, the phoenix is an immortal bird reborn in fire, ever watching over man and making jest of our race against death. Legend also mentions that Osama Tezuka passed away before he was able to complete the epic bearing the same name. Even with its tremendous first volume, the Kami no Manga's (Ed: “god of manga”) ambitious epic weaves a story with as much humor and pathos as classical Greek drama with the flair we expect from the master storyteller. Volume one of Phoenix is aptly named “Dawn.” It tells the story of man’s struggle against the harsh world of the third century B.C. through the fall of a nation and the rise of hope in humanity. The title character, the phoenix herself, is seen only a handful of times, though her presence is always felt and her influence on human desire is enough to change the world. She is hunted for the belief that drinking her blood will bestow immortality and becomes a Holy Grail that inspires maddening passion. Like many of his historically set works, Tezuka takes a lot of creative license to explore rumor through his cast of stock characters. Many of the human characters are reincarnated repeatedly to emphasize the theme of longevity and the repetitious nature of humanity. Mankind’s ultimate blight of futility is its struggle and campaign to possess the phoenix for reasons both noble and selfish. The final goal of every character, which demonstrates Tezuka’s brilliance at working from a theme, is to ensure a legacy: a reputation, a clan, or one’s place in history. The mystic queen Himiko seeks to battle off the leg-humping dog of aging. The warrior-slave Nagi seeks the power to become his own man. His captor, the mighty general Saruta, trains Nagi to become his heir and son, a minute, personal legacy compared to the bloody Manifest Destiny of the villainous conqueror Ninigi. According to my research, the other eleven volumes of Phoenix roam between the extreme future and the ancient past, each regressing until they reach their pinnacle story during the “present” of the mid-1980’s. That is the intrinsic genius of Tezuka: to craft a story of human legacy that reaches beyond imagination, only to climactically conclude while staring you dead in the face, questioning the cost and worth of our own legacy. From a technical direction, “Dawn” is nearly flawless. Tezuka’s framing may appear flat and cartoony to Western readers, but his panel pacing is uncanny. Three panels may take you inside a volcano, straight into a hurricane, or deeper into Saruta’s eyes as tears well inside them. There is a wonderful balance between large and small panels, between close-ups and cinematic landscapes. Larger events, such as the massacre of Nagi’s village by Saruta’s people, and then later Saruta’s national battle against Ninigi’s army, are given additional depth by the personal stake of the characters. Few manga writers truly understand the important balance of plot and character the way Tezuka did. For him they dance and flow as smoothly as his action lines. I wouldn’t be Uncle Yo if I didn’t mention the small touches of humor that round out the story so well. Tezuka is famous for putting himself into his works as a supporting character or as an incidental gag. He appears twice in volume one, enjoying a soak in a volcanic lake, and waiting in line for a public restroom. During a training scene in which Nagi masters the bow and arrow, a pack of wolves charge him in every style known to man: from Kabuki to Disney-style. My favorite satirical moment comes in the treatment of the selfish Queen Himiko, whose orders are given in the same costume and language of Adolf Hitler, then Mussolini, then Napoleon. Even humorous parody can be used to demonstrate Phoenix’s theme of man’s repetitious behavior. A tyrant, in any time or by any name, is still a tyrant. In the end, the firebird is as elusive and free as the wind that carries her, and her enduring presence is the greater metaphor for man’s quest for legacy. And as a fitting conclusion, the story comes full circle with a secret tribe of man (founded by one the spy and renegade character Em Dee,) sends its eldest son to climb beyond the fertile womb of their enclosed mountain valley and into the blinding light of the sun. It is a marvelous shock as mankind is given another chance at rebirth, to carry forward, to persevere against hardships. For fans of that first episode of Gurren Lagann, you’ll find a striking parallel in composition and theme, for at the story’s end the adventure only begins anew, and the ballad of the phoenix rises for another glorious reprise. It’s Osama Tezuka. He is that good. Only better. [Highly Recommended] This review is based on a Viz Media graphic novel purchased by the reviewer. Post a Comment!
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Here are today's "really cool products" that I've picked out for you, out of the 30+ new items we've added to the J-List and JBOX.com sites today. Note that some products may be "not safe for work" but that all links will allow you to redirect yourself either to the J-List or JBOX.com websites. To see all the J-List products, check out J-List or the JBOX.com updated products link. Figure Maniacs vol. 37 ~ Otome Gumi This is issue 37 of the great magazine Figure Maniacs -- the anime figure lover' bible, which focuses only on awesome prepainted figures that you can buy and own. Comic Rex Mar 2010 Then, sit back and relax with hundreds of pages of awesome manga from Comic Rex, including some of the most interesting manga in Japan today. The new issue is in stock. Higurashi no Naku Koro ni ~ Kizuna 4 The fourth and final installment in the Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Nintendo DS version, Higurashi Kizuna, has arrived! It's got great art, all new content, and is compatible with any DS in the world. Moe Moe Cthulhu Encyclopedia The Moe Moe Encylopedia heads into an awesome new area this time, into the world of H.P. Lovecraft. Enjoy moe versions of his most memorable creations! Death Note, Hetalia Toys The new Nendoroid Petite Death note figures are in, and they are as excelelnt as you can imagine, with unique versions of all your favorites in displayable sizes. Also: limited stock of the gorgeous Hetalia Mini Figures is in stock too. Star Wars USB Hubs Restocked The most excellent USB hubs for Star Wars fans are back in stock, with a very cool R2-D2 hub and matching Darth Vader hub, both of this move, make sounds and generally become the coolest things in whatever room they're in. Edo Happy Happi (Festival Kimono) A happi coat is a short kimono for summer festivals or for any event that can be made more fun by dressing in traditional Japanese style. Made in Japan, and very cool. Daruma & Lucky Cat Origami w/English Instructions Build Japan's most famous symbols, from Daruma to Lucky Cat and more, out of folded paper. Everything you need is included, including full instructions in English! Also see the Cake Chop Origami restocked as well. UNO Fiber Neo Hair Wax - Three Types Fans of Japan's hair-care products, we have some awesome hair wax from UNO Three different types for three kinds of hair -- which are you? FLOS ~ Zebra Stylish Pen & Stand Set for Reception Always have a pen when you need one, with this stylish Zebra pen with matching base, which is held in place via magnets so it's always there for you. Also: the Signo Erasable 8 Color Pen Set is restocked today. Restocked Anime Games for PSP You can play some really great anime games on the Sony PSP, including the most popular visual novels ever released. Today we've got AIR for PSP, Final Approach 2 and ToHeart 2 Portable, all in stock and ready to buy. Queen's Blade Artbooks Restocked We've also restocked the popular Queen's Blade artbooks, including the awesome assassin Fang Iruma (Irma) and the sexy thief Risty. New Snacks from Japan Super new snacks from Japan today. First, enjoy Rainbow Bubblicious that's sold only in Japan, making it really awesome, plus Meiji Pucca, fish-shaped Pretzel shells with strawberry milk goodness inside. Also, Salted Caramel Pretz! Miso Noodle FURIKAKE (Hokkaido) Man, this sounds delicious -- the flavor of Hokkaido-style miso ramen in powdered furikake form, which you can sprinkle over white rice or even bring with your bento. "Food Drops" also restocked: Hokkaido Miso Ramen, Tokyo Ningyo Yaki, and Osaka Okonomiyaki. Little Twin Stars DX Slim 2 Tier Bento Box Set J-List aims to make the world just a little more kawaii each day, and today we've got a super Little Twin Stars 2-tier bento set with a separate chopstick set w/case. Wonderful! Restocked Bento Boxes Got restocked bento boxes too, including the Sengoku Samurai Bento which not only are large for heavier eaters, they have awesome kanji on them. Also see the Rilakkuma Bento Box restocked today. Perfect Sushi Molds, Gyoza Makers Then, make sushi the right way with this excellent sushi mold, which will press the rice into just the right shape for beautiful sushi creations. Or go for some gyoza (aka "pot stickers"). Easy Boiled-Egg Shapers Also: how do you like your eggs -- fried, scrambled, or boiled into amazingly cute shapes, like rabbits, hearts, cars, bears, and so on. These popular items have been restocked today. DX Long Study Flashcards for Study See fresh stock of some great tools for learning Japanese, including several popular flashcard sets for memorizing Japanese the right way. KYOTO - OMURO DX SAKURA Bath Salt Being a fan of onsen hot springs as I am, I highly recommend the sakura bath powder we have in stock today. Made in Kyoto! Totoro Blankets, Cushions and More The Totoro blankets that J-List sells are nothing less than the software, most awesome blankets you will ever touch. We've reduced the price of all them today. Get yours before they sell out! GummiX Gummi Insect Builder *Preorder* This is incredible: a set of molds that let you create amazing "gummi" insects that are fun to eat. The Mother Center has the lab to make your creations with, and two mold kits give you other creatures to make. Japanese kids love 'em! Ritsu Tainaka Figma w/Drums *Preorder* Another awesome Figma for K-On! fans, this is Risu, the heart of the band. This figure comes with many extra parts for creating any pose you want -- even think of some yuri scenes with the Mio Figma, which is posted for preorder today. Nendoroid Petit Bakemonogatari Figure Set *Preorder* Then, if you're a fan of the highly stylized anime Bakemonogatari, we have the fabulous Petite Nendoroid posted for preorder now. 'Baka Test' Figures and More for Preorder Another popular anime on TV right now is Baka to Test to Shokanju (Idiots and Tests and Summoned Beats). See figures of the awesome Mizuki and the "trap" Hideyoshi and more, on the site now. Black Lagoon, Chopperman Products More preorder goodies for you today. We've got a large 1/6 scale figure of Revy from Black Lagoon, which is great if you think that all sexy women should be issued guns. Also, a Chopperman shampoo bottle for bathtime. Sabra Magazine Mar 2010 Last issue It brings us great sadness to announce the last regular issue of Sabra, but great joy because this great issue is such a special one, filled with Japan's most beautiful faces. Inazuma Underworld 2 Then we have a super doujinshi offering by master illustrator Inazuma, this time featuring his superb tribute to Gurren Lagaan. Wow! Domin-8 Me, Other English Manga If you like your "H" in English, and we certainly understand if you do, we've restocked the outstanding TAKE ON ME by Sessyu Takemura, published as Domin-8 Me. Also, the English version of Gas Panic. Restocked Toys for Stress Relief Stress can really pile up on you if you're not careful, which is why J-List stocks innovative tools to take the edge off. See Tenga Egg Lotion, the Bible Black Hiroko Takashiro Cup plus the amazing Love Cover Kumi pillow toy. Little My Maid One game I recommend often is Little My Maid, which combines a super story involving three very sweet maids, a magical place called Ryugu. Only $14.95 as an Internet Download Edition game! AV Debut -- Ai Haneda Do you want to see the most beautiful girl in the world? Do you? Then click now and feast your eyes on former professional idol Ai-chan's lithe body. If I'm wrong, tell me.
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Did you guys watch the latest DVD release of Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann the movie - Lagann Hen? It is so HOT BLOODED AWESOME! I don't have much free time lately else there will be a review on the Gurren Lagann Movie. However, I made a PC Desktop wallpaper of my favourite Gunmen, Lord Genome's Lazengann!!! Grab it for free while it is still available ya =p You might want to read:Overman King Gainer XAN Wallpaper & Happy Chinese New Year Mazinger Z Wallpaper & Happy New Year! Revoltech Theatre 1: LOL Giga Drill Break
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Bandai`s new project; called Composite Ver.Ka. Two model has been showed, Gurren Lagann(Picture above) and Lancelot Albion:Lancelot wasn`t a surprise but Gurren Lagann?! Images from Ngee Khiong
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So MegaHobby 2010 is going on (I know, I know, WonFes and ToyFaire just ended-- hey, I don't schedule this stuff!), but at the event a special drill was announced: the Gurren Lagann Superdrill! (Via Moeyo.)  <object height="518px" width="640px"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/YoIuwgyk4wE&amp;feature=player_embedded"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/YoIuwgyk4wE&amp;feature=player_embedded" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" wmode="transparent" height="518px" width="640px"></embed></param></object>  I have no idea if this is going out for general consumption or if it's just a cool exhibition, but how could I not share this with you guys?
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Bandai Entertainment, clearly on a manga high after establishing their new manga site, has announced two new manga acquisitions! They are Code Geass: Knights, due in May 2010, and Code Geass: Queens, hitting stores in June 2010. As you might expect, these two are related. They're both anthology series of one-shots manga taking place in the Code Geass universe, with Knights aimed at female readers and Queens aimed at male readers.For example, I actually own a Japanese copy of Knights, and among other things, it features Lelouch dressing in drag to sneak into a party for the nobility and gain information. As for Queens, well...see the cover for yourself.  PRESS RELEASE: Bandai Entertainment Announces CODE GEASS: KNIGHTS and CODE GEASS: QUEENS; New Anthology MangaThese should be a lot of fun, and I'm looking forward to them...but not as much as I hope BEI licenses Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann Gakuen-hen! C'mon, pleeeeeease?  Ahem. Anyway. Are you gonna buy either or? Which? I plan on picking up both, per BEI rep Robert Napton's recommendation. (Make sure you read that press release!)
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Taken during Mega Hobby Expo 2010 Winter event earlier. The drill was first revealed at Wonder Festival 2010 Winter. Material used is PVC/ABS and it’ll come with a motor which allowed it to spin. Not to forget that you can also install it to your arms ^^ Via Moeyo.
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The four commanders in Gurren lagann: Thymilph, Adiane, Cytomander, and Guame were named after the nucleobases.
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