#tomohisa my beloved..
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Random Tomohisa headcanon as a combo breaker.
Tomohisa is one of the most calm and gentle men that Any of the girls have ever known, and the only time Oktavia can recall where she thought he might actually hit someone was when she had told him she was going to be home alone for the holidays because her parents were on a trip when she was twelve.
He collected himself quickly and instead invited her to spend the holidays with him their family instead.
THATS MY GOAT. THAT IS MY MOTHERFUCKING GOAT!!!!!
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Tomohisa Kitakado SSR
2019 ー Performance [実演]
“Fufu, I am looking forward to it. But KiLLER KiNG’s『Sexiness』...... I wonder what it will look like?”
『Event: The Wizarding Academy (02nd - 09th October 2019)』
Part 1
Tsubasa: ‘Excuse me, I brought Kitakado-san with me.’
Yashamaru: ‘Thanks, Tsubasa-chan. Sorry for taking your time, Tomo as well.’
Tomohisa: ‘No. But, it’s rare to be called out alone. Did something happen?’
Yashamaru: ‘Wrong, it’s not such a serious topic. I just thought of a good idea and only wanted to quickly tell you!’
Tomohisa (chuckles): ‘A good idea?’
Yashamaru: ‘Ufufu, that’s right. Before that, do you remember the flower artist Jay with whom you released the collaborated MV? It has a really good reputation, even until now~♪. It’s because you guys worked hard to convey your image to Jay-san.’
Tomohisa: ‘Aah…… That time was difficult. It’s quite a memory. The sunset I went to shoot with Ryuji and Tsubasa….. was unbelievably beautiful.’
Tsubasa: ‘Yes. The time with the both of you as well….. The sun that sets in the sea and the rising moon perfectly match the image of decadence and regeneration, which is truly impressive.’
Yashamaru: ‘Right, exactly as you said!!’
Tomohisa & Tsubasa: ‘Eh?’
Yashamaru: ‘This time KiLLER KiNG wants to place more emphasis on the MV image of the new song. And I thought wouldn’t Tomo be perfect as the director!’
Tomohisa (perplexed): ‘Me….. as the director?’
Yashamaru: ‘『The sun dyes the ocean with its own colour, both when it sets and when it rises.』The image you came up with was definitely the key to that MV. Don’t you think it’s great to have a place where you exhibit this excellent sense more? It’s a waste to leave it like this.’
Tomohisa (smiles): ‘To have Yashamaru-san tell me this, I feel deeply inspired.’
Tomohisa: ‘But, because I don’t have any filming skills, I can’t easily accept this. Even if I study, I don’t know how long it would take…..’
Yashamaru: ‘Oーh, so series. That’s fine! There will be as many technical professionals as you want on the location. I have a high opinion of your sense. It’s not Tomo’s job to be the filmmaker. Tell the actors and staff the image you have in mind as accurately as possible.’
Tomohisa: ‘The image I have in mind……’
Yashamaru: ‘Exactly, well, for now, listen to the song. And if nothing comes to your mind, then it’s fine to pass this time.’
They are listening to the song.
Tomohisa: ‘.......!’
Tsubasa: ‘Wah….. very cool, such a mature song. It is unlike KiLLER KiNG, in a good sense.’
Yashamaru: ‘True. I want to show a new side of the boys.’
Tomohisa: ‘.........’
Tsubasa: ‘......... Kitakado-san, are you fine?’
Tomohisa (smiles): ‘Yeah…. Perhaps it’s fine to have dark elements for this song.’
Tsubasa: ‘!’
Tomohisa: ‘The confrontation of good and evil or the fear that people have….. I wonder if it’s interesting to compare it to a fable?’
Yashamaru (winks): ‘Ufufu, I wasn’t wrong, after all! Which means, it’s decided, Tomo ♪. I’m looking forward to it.’
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ーBack at the mansion. In the lobby.ー
Tomohisa: ‘.........’
(Kitakado-san…… Since before he’s been frowning the whole time. In addition to being busy, serving as the director for another group’s MV is a burden, after allーー)
Tomohisa: ‘.....『Gloomy』. No, 『Sexiness』, hm.’
Tsubasa: ‘Eh?’
Tomohisa (smiles): ‘It’s the theme of the MV. To bring out the new charm of KiLLER KiNG, I’ve been thinking about which would be good the whole time…..’
Tsubasa: ‘Kitakado-san…… Were you not worried about accepting the role of the director?’
Tomohisa: ‘Oh, could it be that I made you worry about that?’
Tomohisa: ‘I was certainly confused at first, but the moment I heard the song, the image overflowed in my head…… I’m very excited right now. More than anything, I’m greatly honored to be able to receive such an opportunity.’
Tsubasa: ‘If that is the case, I am happy to hear that…….! Because I love the works Kitakado-san produces, I wondered if it is not difficult while thinking that I want to see it……’
Tomohisa: ‘Thanks, Tsubasa. When you say so, I become even more motivated.’
Tsubasa: ‘Fufu, I am looking forward to it. But KiLLER KiNG’s『Sexiness』...... I wonder what it will look like?’
Tomohisa (smiles): ‘That’s the fun about the photo shoot, hm? KiLLER KiNG’s vividness with their cuteness is a big attraction. But they also display a sexy and mature look sometimes. If you can bring it out well, you may have a fascinating music video that mixes cute and sexy.’
Tsubasa: ‘Cute and sexy….. The balance between both is quite difficult.’
Tomohisa: ‘It’s fine. I plan to get the appropriate advice from experts.’
Tsubasa: ‘Experts you say?’
Tomohisa: ‘Exactly, the road of the professional.’
Part 2
ーThe day of the MV filming.ー
Ryuji: ‘Andーー Why was I called again?’
Tomohisa: ‘Because Ryuji is the best idol who has both cuteness and sexiness, and can perfectly express both of them. On this occasion, I want to show an example as we move on with the filming in accordance with the situation.’
KiLLER KiNG: ‘We will be in your care!’
Akane: ‘It’s a little bit embarrassing to be produced by a friend, but I’m happy! I want to make it good, so don’t hold back!’
Ryuji: ‘No, having such expectations is troubling…..’
Tomohisa: ‘It’s fine, if you show us the usual Ryuji for the sake of our cute junior group, please?’
Ryuji (bashful): ‘Tomo…. Geez, can’t be helped then.’
Tomohisa: ‘Fufu, thanks.’
Tsubasa: ‘Kitakado-san, the camera setup seems to be finished. The test can start at any time.’
Tomohisa: ‘Thanks, Tsubasa. Alright everyone, shall we start?’
Tomohisa: ‘Ryuji will lie down on the bed over there. Mister cameraman, please shoot from the front, diagonally on the right side. From there, it feels like you’re moving closer….’
Tomohisa: ‘Ryuji, slightly raise your gaze. And then….. Can you look at the camera provocatively for me?’
Ryuji: ‘Like this?’
Haruhi (blushing): ‘Wah…..! My heart just skipped a beat.’
Yuduki: ‘Hm…. Is that maybe the so-called『Sexiness』?’
Tomohisa: ‘As I thought of Ryuji. It’s a shame that I can’t show this to our fans. I wonder if we can’t use this footage for something else?’
Ryuji: ‘Yes, yes. Enough of me, aren’t KiLLER KiNG the mains here?’
Tomohisa: ‘Yeah, you’re right. Then first is…. Shall we start with Akane?’
Akane: ‘Eh, with me!? O-Okay…..’
Akane: ‘Uhm, lying down, and with a flirtatious glance….. Like this?’
Tomohisa: ‘The restless expression is cute I think, perhaps you need to be a little bit calmer…..?’
Akane: ‘L-Like this?’
Tomohisa: ‘Hm….. Should we try to imagine the situation concretely? For example, let’s say you have a loved one in front of you, who did everything that they could do to come to see you. You want to make everything your own right now, don’t want anybody to touch them. When remembering such a fierce emotion, what kind of look will Akane send this person?'
Akane (shyly): ‘I-I don’t know…..! What is this situation!?’
Miroku: ‘You’re too bashful, Akane.’
Akane: ‘Uuh, I mean…. I’m probably not suited for this…..’
Haruhi: ‘Miss stylist, I’m borrowing the flowers here~.’
Haruhi: ‘Look, look, Akane! I’m sure it’s this kind of feeling! I’m going to eat you up, sweet kitten ♪.’
Yuduki: ‘Why are you holding a rose in your mouth….?’
Miroku: ‘Haruhi, it just looks like a joke.’
Haruhi: ‘Eeh, it can’t be! Even though I was so confident!’
Tomohisa: ‘It’s better to not make many complicated things so that the atmosphere might come up. Since it’s a MV this time, there are no lines. So above all, the『Gaze』becomes the core of the sex appeal.’
Tomohisa: ‘Provocative, hot, and run with sweetness…. I know. Tsubasa, could help me for a bit?’
Tsubasa: ‘Eh….. I?’
Part 3
Tomohisa: ‘Then, Tsubasa stands here…. Can you stand next to the camera?’
Tsubasa: ‘Y-Yes.’
Tomohisa: ‘It might still be too high of a hurdle to regard the camera as your beloved person.’
Tomohisa (winks): ‘For the time being, why don’t you try to act, thinking of Tsubasa as your dear lover?’
Tsubasa: ‘Eh!?’
Miroku: ‘Eh?’
Tomohisa: ‘Eh?’
Akane: ‘W-W-Wait, Tomo! Aren’t you raising the bar!?’
Miroku: ‘Agreed. Besides, it also troubles Tsubasa.’
Tomohisa: ‘..... Why?’
Haruhi: ‘Wah, such pure eyes....! As expected of Kitakado-san, the prince….’
Yuduki: ‘Haru, and are you impressed….?’
Tomohisa: ‘...... I see. Explaining it just with words is hard to understand. Should I try to put it into practice?’
Tsubasa: ‘.......! K-Kitakado-san…..?’
Before she can realize what is happening, Tomohisa already closes the distance between them.
Tomohisa: ‘Hmm. Your embarrassed face also is quite charming, Tsubasa. Come one, raise your head. Look me in the eyes and show me more of….. my unknown Tsubasa.’
Tsubasa: ‘.......!’
Yuduki (blushing) & Haruhi: ‘......!’
Miroku (blushing): ‘As I thought, that’s…..’
Akane: ‘It’s impossible for me~~!!’
Tomohisa: ‘Is it too hard perhaps? I thought because there’s a partner, it’s easy to put in emotions…..’
Ryuji: ‘It’s not that.’
Tomohisa (perplexed): ‘Ryuji?’
Ryuji: ‘Everyone should have understood by now what Tomo wants. After this, it’s just about switching. How about you shoot one by one? They are all professionals, so if they decide on their feelings, they can do it.’
Tomohisa (smiles): You’re right….. That might be the case. Let’s shoot individually then.’
Ryuji: ‘When that’s finished, you will shoot outside, right? That seems to be difficult, so isn’t it fine to make more time in advance.’
Yuduki: ‘Ehm…. With this machine, we can make it rain.’
Tomohisa: ‘Yes. To bring out『Sexiness』gloominess and sadness are necessary. When I expanded the image, I really wanted to include rain. I thought it would be difficult because I needed a huge amount of equipment, but I’m glad I got the OK from Yashamaru-san and the others.’
Tsubasa: ‘When I heard Kitakado-san’s enthusiastic presentation, I thought it was absolutely necessary. That is why I wanted everyone to listen as well.’
Akane: ‘I see….! It’s the scene Tomo is fixated on.’
Tomohisa (winks): ‘Yes. While you’re hit by the rain, you think of your beloved person and stand still in pain….. I want to shoot a scene that touches the heart. I’m sure it will turn into a beautiful movie. I’m looking forward to it.’
Part 4
ーIn the Gandara office.ー
Tomohisa: ‘It’s incomplete footage that I connected roughly…. What do you think?’
Tsubasa: ‘It is wonderful. At first, it has a cute atmosphere that gives off the feeling of KiLLER KiNG, but…. Their suggestive gazes gradually draw me into a different world and make my heart throb. The rain scene as well is an impressive end. Because Kitakado-san’s performance in the test filming was really fantastic, I was wondering if you would come out of the screen for a moment….. I was expecting it a bit.’
Tomohisa (smiles): ‘Haha, thanks. But since it’s KiLLER KiNG’s MV, I mustn’t intrude.’
Tsubasa: ‘Fufu, you are right. I am sorry.’
Tsubasa: ‘When the shooting of the connecting image scenes is over, the editing is left afterward, if I am not wrong.’
Tomohisa (worried): ‘Yes….. That’s what I was planning to do.’
Tsubasa: ‘Did something happen?’
Tomohisa: ‘Tono’s look worries me a little. The footage just now was sexy plenty enough but…. I have the feeling that there is more fitting『Sexiness』to Tonoーー’
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ーIn a library.ー
Tomohisa: ‘I’m sorry for asking unreasonable things as in wanting to do an additional shooting.’
Tsubasa: ‘No, everyone has the same feelings because they all want to produce something good. I am glad the schedule allows it. Besides, the concept of showing Miroku-kun with『Intellectual Sexiness』...... is a really charming idea.’
Tomohisa: ‘I should rather say that Tono possesses a mysterious aura that’s detached from the real world. A well-trained body is sexy as well, but isn’t it better to focus on that instead as it gives off a fresh feeling is what I thought.’
Miroku: ‘I was surprised at the new setting. The scattered pieces seem to become one….’
Tomohisa: ‘I aimed at making a collage-like movie, so I didn’t expect that I’m able to compose a story from it.’
Tsubasa: ‘The other unit members were characters in Miroku-kun’s open book…. I think that this is a very interesting structure.’
Tomohisa: ‘The rest is whether it can be expressed well in the movie. Tono, shall we start filming right away?’
Miroku: ‘Yes.’
Tomohisa: ‘Look in the camera and smile. With the image like a god who controls everything in this world….’
Miroku: ‘.......’
Tomohisa: ‘...... Very good. As expected, this one is sexier.’
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ーIn the meeting room.ー
Tsubasa: ‘The inserted footage has come out pretty well.’
Tomohisa: ‘You’re right. It took a considerable time for the staff…. I’m really grateful that I was allowed to be so particular.’
Tomohisa: ‘Cool, cute, a gap that’s different to the usual tone…. Everyone in KiLLER KiNG is charming, so the people who will watch the MV will enjoy it by that alone.’
Tomohisa: ‘But….. as I moved on with the work, I wanted to tell more than just those four. I wondered if I can’t, by including the story, make a movie with depth from multiple angles….. Wouldn’t it resonate with the fans’ hearts in this way.’
Tsubasa: ‘I think that the staff is also seriously facing this project because those emotions are definitely being conveyed.’
Tomohisa (laughs): ‘Yes…. If that’s so, then I’m happy. For everyone who is helping us, I need to produce the best MV.’
Part 5
ーKiLLER KiNG’s room.ー
Haruhi: ‘Ooh…..! The MV’s so absolutely cool! Ah, look! My face!! Isn’t it super handsome!?’
Akane: ‘Yep, yep! When you complete things, it must feel like this, right…..! It kind of doesn’t look like us!’
Yuduki: ‘The movie looks like a really beautiful…. artwork.’
Tsubasa: ‘Fufu, everyone is quite excited.’
Tomohisa: ‘It looks like it’s to your liking which I’m happy about.’
Miroku: ‘It’s a type of work that’s different from our MVs so far. Even the storyline is appealing….’
Miroku: ‘..........’
Tomohisa: ‘...... Tono? Does something concern you?’
Miroku: ‘No, not something that concerns me.’
Tomohisa: ‘Don’t hold back. There’s still room for discussion.’
Miroku (surprised): ‘Kitakado-san……’
Miroku: ‘..... Uhm, in that movie I’m watching and controlling the three from the outside but if it’s possible I feel like wanting to put in another surprise…..What do you think about the last twist of me, who is supposed to rule, actually being part of the story, for example?’
Akane: ‘In other words, Miroku too is merely a character in a book that someone is reading…. or so?’
Miroku: ‘Yeah.’
Tomohisa: ‘I see….. That’s interesting. Tono, who is entranced by the omnipotence, is yet in the palm of someone’s hand. God, the creator of the story, is in the position to play around with such great things….’
Yuduki: ‘It’s a little bit scary….’
Akane: ‘But this thrilling feeling might be great maybe!’
Tomohisa: ‘Yeah, it emanates a more fascinating atmosphere. It depends on the negotiations, but if it’s possible, I want to include this. However, there’s also the problem regarding the casting choice…..’
Akane: ‘There’s no need to worry about this.’
Miroku (smiles): ‘Of course, it will be Kitakado-san.’
Tomohisa: ‘Eh?’
Haruhi: ‘Agreeーd! During the filming too it felt like Kitakado-san did as he liked with us!’
Yuduki: ‘You’re perfect for the role of the god.’
Tomohisa (worried): ‘But as I thought…. If I appear, I will only be in your way.’
Haruhi: ‘Ehh!? It’s going to be a super cool MV I think.’
Akane: ‘Or does the image not fit Tomo’s?’
Tomohisa: ‘That’s…..’
Tsubasa: ‘If you are not against it, why don’t you try it out? It is a work that you made with such a determination. It would be a waste to not take the challenge. If the image does not match, then let us talk about it together.’
Tomohisa (smiles): ‘Tsubasa…..’
Akane: ‘You don’t need to worry about it this much, okay? Tomo’s the one who understands this MV the best, after all!’
Tomohisa: ‘..... You’re right. I’ll give it a try.’
Akane: ‘Ehehe, that’s how it should be!’
Haruhi: ‘I wonder what the costume will look like~?’
Yuduki: ‘As expected, a god or a writer…..’
Miroku: ‘If we go with that setting, then going with a god may be better.’
Tsubasa: ‘Fufu. Everyone is acting so lively.’
Tomohisa: ‘True. I’m also having lots of fun. I think it’s a happy thing to share the feeling of wanting to produce something great and create one work in this way.’
Tomohisa (winks): ‘.... I’m sorry to have caused you trouble again with the schedule. I’ll be counting on you again, Tsubasa.’
Tsubasa: ‘Please leave it to me. This is my job, after all!’
END
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Catharsis
Vocal: Kitakore & MooNs
Tomohisa Kitakado (Daisuke Ono)
Ryuji Korekuni (Daisuke Kishio)
Hikaru Osari (Shotaro Morikubo)
Tatsuhiro Nome (Genki Okawa)
Kazuna Masunaga (Yuuto Uemura)
Momotaro Onzai (Tetsuya Kakihara)
Mikado Sekimura (Toshiki Masuda)
Music, lyrics, arrangement: Furukawa Takahiro
Translation: (Japanese-English) MoonLa
(English-Russian) MoonLa
Notes:
Ryuji & Hikaru & Tatsuhiro & Kazuna
Ryuji & Hikaru & Momotaro & Mikado
English
I got a ridiculous look
In the bird cage, I
Feel stuffy
A ruthless paradox
A scream mixed with sound
I look down coldly
A weakness blocked my gaze
Let me go to Catharsis
Have the courage to aim at the engraved tomorrow
Find it in a spiral
Emotions that arise
Just unleash them and Be OK!
Are You Ready?
Eyes that lit a fire
Look at the beloved world
Shadows stand back to back
A flap of wings covered everything
Oh oh
In monochrome Vision
Believing in each other, I
Follow the twisted bond
I got strength
Words full of falsity
Hug me gently
Show a fearless smile
Get out of all providence
Raise that feeling Higher
Cut out in this moment
An unshakable will, more
Sharpen it and Be OK!
Are You Ready?
A proud future
I believed that I could grab it in that hand
Lights overlap
Win for the sake of everything
Oh oh
Go on forever
Believe in the other side of the sky
With bonds tied to each other
We can become stronger
And get out of the chaos
Have the courage to aim at the engraved tomorrow
Find it in a spiral
Emotions that arise
The more you unleash, the stronger Burning
Raise that feeling Higher
Cut out in this moment
An unshakable will, more
Sharpen it and Be OK!
Are You Ready?
A proud future
I believed that I could grab it in that hand
Lights overlap
Win for the sake of everything
Russian (Русский)
Охвачен нелепым взглядом
В клетке для птиц я
Чувствую духоту
Безжалостный парадокс
Смешанный со звуком крик
Холодно посмотрел вниз
Слабость заблокировала взгляд
Отпусти, в катарсис
Имей смелость целиться в гравированное завтра
Найди его по спирали
Эмоции, которые возникают
Просто освободи и Be OK!
Are You Ready?
Глаза, которые зажгли огонь,
Смотрят на любимый мир
Тени стоят спина к спине
Взмах крыльев охватил все
Oh oh
В монохромном Vision
Веря друг в друга, я
Следую за закрученной связью
Я получил силы
Полные фальши слова
Обнимают меня нежно
Покажи бесстрашную улыбку
Выберись из всего провидения
Подними это чувство Higher
Вырежи в этом моменте
Непоколебимая воля, больше
Заостри ее и Be OK!
Are You Ready?
Гордое будущее
Я верил, что мог схватить его в эту руку
Перекрываются огни
Победить ради всего
Oh oh
Продолжай вечно
Верить в другую сторону неба
С привязанными друг к другу связями
Мы можем стать сильнее
И выбраться из хаоса
Имей смелость целиться в гравированное завтра
Найди его по спирали
Эмоции, которые возникают
Чем больше ты освобождаешь, тем сильнее Burning
Подними это чувство Higher
Вырежи в этом моменте
Непоколебимая воля, больше
Заостри ее и Be OK!
Are You Ready?
Гордое будущее
Я верил, что мог схватить его в эту руку
Перекрываются огни
Победить ради всего
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It was exactly midnight when Tsumugi woke up. He had stayed over at Tomo’s place that day for reasons, it was a very special day. “Tomo?” He whispered quietly as he watched his love sleep soundly before gently reaching and running his hand through his hair, “Happy birthday.” He said softly with a smile and leaning close to kiss his lips softly and tenderly, “I love you...My most beloved.” He giggled quietly as he wrapped his arms around him and rested on his chest.
@burninghooligans &&. Tsumugi: Tomohisa’s Birthday March 29th
鼓動 │ Tomohisa heard the moment Tsumugi woke up. Could feel the shift of the mattress beneath him as Tsumugi had made the slightest of movements. The sound of his voice was smooth as silk. The prince feigned sleep as his love told him Happy Birthday. It brought a smile to his lips, his heart soared when he was kissed softly and tenderly. He couldn’t help it now as a smile spread across his lips now feeling arms wrap around him and a head rested on his chest.
Carefully an arm snaked itself around Tsumugi’s waist and opened his eyes. Lips then pressed themselves to the top of Tsumugi’s head in a light kiss. ❝I adore and you love you most my love~❞ Tomohisa said in a honey voice holding his partner closer still.
#burninghooligans#bh;; tsumugi#🎶 │ ( answered ask ) in the next moment call out to fate and a miracle will happen ❞#💮 │ ( answered ) tomohisa kitakado; real white horse lion prince ❞#💮 │ ( ic; Tomohisa Kitakado; Real White Horse Lion Prince ) ❞#🎶 │ ( main verse 3 ) our bonds make the future it feels like we can always hear each other's dancing heartbeats ❞
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The Road Twice Traveled - A Look forward to Kino's Journey
Kino’s Journey -the Beautiful World- follows a traveler, Kino, who goes from country to country by way of an intelligent motorcycle named Hermes. Kino stays no longer than 3 days at each stop, interacting with locals and observing their unique customs until setting off once more.
On the Road Again - Animated Ink
I’ve revisited Kino’s Journey three times. The first was on a recommendation, the second was to acquire content for a convention panel (but I couldn’t stop watching), and the third time was for a feature in Otaku USA. Every (re)visit reminds me of how amazing anime can be.
Fans of the first adaptation know this property, at its simplest, as a dramatic series of tales regarding fantastic worlds outside the one from which the protagonist hails. At its most intriguing, the show is largely self-contained anthropological moral tales dripping with romantic and Buddhist influence. So how will audiences familiar with Kino’s Journey receive the reboot?
To start, it is with a heavy heart I say that the director of the beloved first adaptation, Ryutaro Nakamura, died in 2013. The reboot will see Tomohisa Taguchi (Persona 3 & 4 movies, Twin Star Exorcist) in the director’s chair. This could mean a shift in execution, and judging by the trailer, I’ve a couple reservations.
First is the absence of the TV lines, which I’d argue apropos given this generation’s unfamiliarity with tube-based TVs. But it’s a visual aesthetic that Nakamura insisted upon and one that gives a great feel to the original adaptation.
Secondly, the character designs are pretty on point, but a little too pretty concerning Kino. Kino’s design in the original adaptation is androgynous, but the reboot’s design is slightly more feminine. While I doubt this will be off-putting, I hope the cute factor is not leveraged for exploitation. Speaking of designs, the attention to detail regarding the motorad (Hermes) and Kino’s pistol surely pleases the original author Keiichi Sigsawa, a motorcycle and gun enthusiast.
Lastly, the countries themselves seem to carry the same anachronistic air of sci-fi and history. The backgrounds seem lovely, and the color palate is excellent. All these aspects should help ease the handoff from memory to experience. Even if the episodes are just the same material reimagined, I can’t wait to see what Taguchi does with it!
An Adventure of Hope - Natasha
In contrast to Ink, I've held off on watching the original Kino's Journey ever since Ryutaro Nakamura's death. His shows have always held a special place in my heart and hearing the possibility of Despera never being finished left me feeling a little hollow and wanting to avoid finishing all of his works. Luckily, with the announcement of a new Kino's Journey and some years having passed since Nakamura's death, I feel like I can finally let go of some of my fears and start anew.
I know almost nothing about Kino's Journey, except for the fact that it stars a child and their anthropomorphic bike as they venture across different lands and meet different people. Based on the preview, I can assume that the new series will stick to that premise and deliver in the same vein that the original did. While the character designs seem different, I’ve heard that visual artistry was never the main trademark of Kino's Journey anyways. Rather, the praise the show gets is centered on its atmosphere and execution in simplicity. The strengths of many slice-of-life shows are focused on these elements, but personally speaking, few have managed to find the balance between tone and episodic vignettes like Natsume's Book of Friends and Mushi-shi. Kino's Journey looks like it could follow in those steps – the music is relaxing, the settings are vibrant, and Kino's voice actor (Aoi Yuki) seems well chosen.
Last is the question as to whether this is a continuation or if it's a reboot. As a new viewer, it seems like this will make little difference to me; the beauty of these kinds of shows lies in how easily one can pick them up at any given moment. Maybe the show will have moments tailored for fans who've seen the older series, but I'm sure I can watch this without worrying about being the intended audience or not. Either way, I'm looking forward to seeing what adventures Tomohisa Taguchi and studio Lerche bring us this season!
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As contributing editor over at Ani-Gamers, Ink writes and edits articles and reviews pertaining to anime, video games, conventions, and manga. He also co-hosts the Oldtaku no Radio podcast. His reviews and analyses can also be seen periodically within the pages of Otaku USA magazine and online over at Fandom Post.
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Hi I'm finally continuing that pmmm rewatch so. Time for episode 4 and the thoughts I have while watching:
-Wow barely a minute in and I just realized that Kyosuke lost his hand (more metaphorically), Sayaka wonders why it wasn't her, only for Oktavia to lose her hand later. I just- Oh my god.
-Sayaka... my best friend Sayaka... *head in hands* so selflessly selfish,,,,
-Also is it just me or does the second Madoka in the opening kinda remind everyone else of Madokami? Just a little? Just me? Okay.
-Anyways. KYOKO!!!!!
-Madoka: *starts sobbing during breakfast*
Tomohisa: Is your breakfast that bad????
-Sayaka and Madoka friendship my beloved
-And I want to grab Sayaka by the shoulders and shake her real hard PLEASE STOP IDOLIZING MAMI
-*head in hands* I'm gonna lose it
-Not Kyubey saying that only magical girls get to judge other magical girls (you fucker knew what you did with that one) because they share a destiny... you fucker. You motherfucker. I cannot believe I ever thought you're cute and nice you bitch.
-Kaname Madoka's severe lack of selfworth strikes again...😔😔
-Homura: "Did you accept my warning?"
Madoka: *nods*
Also Madoka 8 episodes later: "I'M GOD NOW MOTHERFUCKER."
-Homura "I only care about Madoka (liar)" Akemi strikes again
-NOT MADOKA SAYING HOMURAS SEEN LOTS OF PEOPLE DIE HORRIBLY. I-
IF ONLY YOU KNEW HOW BAD THINGS REALLY ARE.
-"I won't forget you either" she says. Ouch. Adding salt to the 27282 wounds huh
-Violin boy.
-Sayaka "I wouldn't listen to classical music without you" Miki. And then she has her own whole ass orchestra (that she conducts herself!)
-Did. Did Kyosuke just say he can't feel pain anymore- I- Okay. First the hand thing and now this. Okay.
-Selflessly selfish.... damnit.
-Ngl out of all witch fights the one with Kirsten-Elly (Was that her name?) has to be the one I remember the least about lol.
(I bet it's obvious which witch fight I know best lmao.)
-Well damn bitch if you really wanna shed yourself of a human body just make a contract with Kyubey. Ask Sayaka and Nagisa, works 100%.
*Homura voice* Goddamnit Sayaka
-LOOK AT HER!!!
LOVE THAT THING, THE AYAKA!!!!!
-Fucking Violin boy.
-Kyubey.
-WOOOOHOOOOOOO KYOKO!!!!
#the felix talk#yes its been like a month or two since i started#whatever#WHATEVER#anyways. KYOKOS THERE!!!!!! WHOOOOOOOO!!!
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Tomohisa Kitakado SSR
2017 ー Snow Magic [スノーマジック]
“Sorry. But, I don’t want to give up here.”
『 Event: The Dreaming Xmas LIVE (15th - 28th December 2017) 』
Part 1
Tsubasa: ‘Hello, you two. I am going to explain the new job right away.’
Ryuji: ‘Okayー.’
Tsubasa: ‘This time, there will be a lighting event for the Christmas tree in an art museum. And a request for an appearance came in.’
Tomohisa: ‘Hee, how romantic and dreamy.’
Ryuji: ‘Which art museum?’
Tsubasa: ‘It is a famous place for illuminations every year. It is located in Nagano….’
Ryuji: ‘I know! The art museum there, right.’
Tsubasa: ‘Ryuji-kun, do you know that one?’
Ryuji: ‘Yep. I happened to see it in a magazine and thought about how I’d like to go there once. I showed it to you, right, Tomo?’
Tomohisa: ‘Ah, I remember. The multicoloured illuminations were beautiful.’
Ryuji: ‘Yeah! It was an actress who did the lighting up ceremony last year.’
Tsubasa: ‘Yes, it is featured in the news every year, and looks like the hot topic of the event.’
Tomohisa: ‘Hee, I definitely like to participate. Right, Ryuji?’
Ryuji: ‘Yep! So, when is the ceremony?’
Tsubasa: ‘That is…..’
Tsubasa: ‘It is when you have the costume fitting for the Music Party Christmas Live and the day before the CM photoshoot.’
Ryuji: ‘Aah, the fitting was early in the morning, was it. But if it’s the day before, then there shouldn’t be a problem?’
Tsubasa: ‘That is true, but when the lighting ceremony has ended, on that day we need to go back with the Shinkansen. It will be quite a hard schedule….’
Tomohisa: ‘I see. It will be a bit busy, huh.’
Ryuji: ‘We can make it. They went all the way to request us, so we can do this much.’
Tomohisa: ‘Fufu, if Ryuji says so then it will work, I think. That’s why Tsubasa, we’ll be in your care.’
Tsubasa: ‘Yes! I too will support you with everything I have, so let us give it our best!’
Part 2
(Even though the lighting ceremony will start now, the sky’s quite cloudy. According to the weather forecast, it will clear up, but….)
Tsubasa: ‘......Ah, rain!’
Ryuji: ‘Ah~, it started to rain…. If only I didn’t wish for it to not rain until the ceremony is over.’
Tomohisa: ‘Because this art museum is located along a mountain, it may have an influence on it.’
Tsubasa: ‘If it keeps raining, at worst, there is a possibility that the ceremony will be canceled.....’
Tomohisa: ‘The mountains’ weather changes easily, I’m sure it’s going to be fine.’
Ryuji: ‘That’s true. They came from afar to see us. For the sake of our Hanigas, we can’t let it be canceled.’
Tsubasa: ‘You are right…..’
The moment they decide to stay strong for their beloved fans, a staff member comes in….
Staff: ‘You two, we are sorry to make you wait. Because the rain got heavier, the starting time was delayed.’
Tsubasa: ‘How much of a delay is planned?’
Staff: ‘For the time being, let’s observe the situation for about an hour.’
Tsubasa: ‘One hour…..’
(The starting time was late from the start but, if it’s delayed for an hour, it will be barely enough to get the last Shinkansen.)
Tsubasa: ‘Uhm….!’
Tomohisa: ‘Understood. It’s fine.’
Staff: ‘Thank you very much! We’re sorry, but please bear with us.’
Tsubasa: ‘Kitakado-san, why did you…..!’
Tomohisa: ‘Tsubasa, calm down.’
Tsubasa: ‘But, if it is delayed for an hour, we do not know if we get the last Shinkansen. In case we miss the last train, the fitting tomorrow…..’
(The Music Party Christmas Live is a big job for BPro. We can’t cause a loss here…..)
Tomohisa: ‘Yeah, that I understand. However, we can’t make everyone who is looking forward to the lighting ceremony sad.’
(I understand what Kitakado-san means, still…..)
Ryuji: ‘Haa….. Really, Tomo, you sure are pushy sometimes.’
Tomohisa: ‘Sorry. But, I don’t want to give up here.’
Ryuji: ‘It’s fine because I feel the same.’
Ryuji: ‘Tsubasa, since Tomo said it’s going to be fine, won’t you believe in us and let us try to handle this?’
Tsubasa: ‘Y-Yes……’
(The feelings of those two that cherish their fans are important. Though, I wonder if it’s really alright…..)
Part 3
Tsubasa: ‘You two, that was amazing! It turned into a fantastic lighting ceremony with snow dancing.’
Ryuji: ‘I didn’t think it would snow. However, with lighting the tree it was perfect timing.’
Tsubasa: ‘The guests as well, that gathered at the venue unintentionally let out their voices and smiled.’
Ryuji: ‘Yep. When I see those smiling faces, then it makes even me happy.’
Tomohisa: ‘Fufu, we were asked to make everyone smile like that, right.’
Tsubasa: ‘That is true! It was like magic.’
Ryuji: ‘Tsubasa, are you for real?’
Tsubasa: ‘A-Ahaha…. I just…. It may be possible for Kitakado-san.’
Tomohisa: ‘Ahaha, even magic happens on such a wonderful night. Isn’t it strange?’
Ryuji: ‘Yes, yes.’
Their talk is shortly interrupted by Tomohisa’s phone that receives a call.
Tomohisa: ‘Oh, sorry. I got a phone call, I’ll go out for a bit to talk.’
Ryuji: ‘Off you go.’
(.......Right! It’s not the time to talk. What time is it now….)
Tsubasa: ‘Eh, already this late!? Even if we leave now, we will not be able to catch the last Shinkansen….’
Ryuji: ‘We were prepared when we decided to attend the lighting ceremony. There’s no choice other than staying overnight somewhere near, and depart tomorrow, is there?’
Tsubasa: ‘But, with the first Shinkansen tomorrow we will be late for the costume fitting. Driving a car at night on this mountain road is dangerous, during this snow too. It surely may be piled up by tomorrow morning.’
(In snow this much, you have to be even more careful as much as possible…..! What should I do…..)
Tsubasa: ‘.....I am sorry! I take full responsibility.’
Ryuji: ‘Wait, stop that. It’s because of our selfishness that we were allowed to attend the event.’
Tomohisa: ‘Sorry to let you wait….Eh, you two, why so serious?’
Ryuji: ‘Haa….., Tomo who’s calm in this situation is even weirder.’
Tsubasa: ‘We are thinking about a way to go home for tomorrow’s costume fitting at the moment….’
Tomohisa: ‘Tsubasa, don’t make such uneasiness looking face. It will be fine. I already prepared something in advance.’
Tsubasa: ‘Eh….?’
Tomohisa: ‘It was the phone call earlier….’
Part 4
(How to make it at 1 PM I thought, but thanks to Kitakado-san we made it on time for the costume fitting, I’m so happy about it. However, to return to Tokyo but with such method….)
Tomohisa: ‘Everyone, morning.’
Ryuji: ‘Fuaah, morning.’
Goshi: ‘Yeah.’
Yuta: ‘Ah, morning! Oh, Ryu-chan looks more tired than usual, doesn’t he?’
Ryuji: ‘Well. It was late when we came back.’
Yuta: ‘Right, was it the lighting ceremony for the Christmas tree? We had heavy rain here, were you fine?’
Ryuji: ‘Nope. We also had rain, because of it the starting time was delayed.’
Tomohisa: ‘But, while we waited, the rain stopped. When the ceremony started, it began to snow. It turned into a really romantic ceremony.’
Yuta: ‘Eeh, it snowed!?’
Goshi: ‘Snow…. You came back well, huh. It must have been late when the ceremony ended, right?’
Tomohisa: ‘Yes, we came back with the helicopter so there was no problem.’
Yuta & Goshi: ‘Helicopter!?’
Yuta: ‘Eh, you came back with a helicopter?’
Tsubasa: ‘Y-Yes.’
Goshi: ‘Amazing…..’
Tsubasa: ‘Yes, it truly was.’
Tomohisa: ‘Really? If you liked it so much, shall I invite you on a sightseeing flight next time?’
Tsubasa: ‘Ahaha……’
(Since we really flew back with a helicopter I don’t think that was just a joke….)
Goshi: ‘.......Haah, the scale’s too different.’
Yuta: ‘Let me fly too, please, please~!’
Tomohisa: ‘Of course, that’s fine.’
(Ryuji-kun looked like he was used to flying with it. I thought if this was weird but normally you have the same reaction as Kaneshiro-san. As I thought, Kitakado-san can’t be measured by my standards….)
Part 5
Tomohisa: ‘Thanks for today, Ryuji. Both the costume fitting and CM photoshoot ended unexpectedly earlier than expected.’
Ryuji: ‘Yep. All we have to do now is to prepare for the day of the Christmas live!’
Tomohisa: ‘We have to deliver the best performance to our Hanigas.’
Ryuji: ‘That goes without saying, right?’
Tsubasa: ‘Kitakado-san, Ryuji-kun, you did great today. I think you are tired from the crowded schedule every day, please take rest well tonight.’
Ryuji: ‘I’m all worn out. When we get home, I will take a hot bath and take it easy ♪’
Tomohisa: ‘You too, Tsubasa, good job. Thank you for being at our locations every day.’
Tsubasa: ‘No…. Besides, yesterday was so hectic I failed to tell you my utmost thank you. If Kitakado-san had not arranged for a helicopter, we would have missed an important job, I think.’
Tomohisa: ‘Don’t mind it. Because we are a team, in times of trouble we have to help each other.’
Tsubasa: ‘Yes, thank you very much.’
Tomohisa: ‘By the way, it was a wonderful lighting ceremony, wasn’t it? It was like a dream, don’t you think?’
Tsubasa: ‘Yes. When Kitakado-san snapped his fingers, the moment the lights on the tree went on, it started to snow…. At that time I thought if it really is magic.’
Ryuji: ‘Tsubasa, there you go again. …..Well, if it’s Tomo, he is capable of anything.’
Tomohisa: ‘Fufu, even I can’t let it snow. But if there is something I can do, tell me. If it’s for Tsubasa’s sake I will do everything in my power.’
Tsubasa: ‘When Kitakado-san says so, I feel like you can really put anything into reality.’
Tomohisa: ‘Don’t say that. What I’m capable of is truly only a bit.’
(Oh, that’s a somewhat lonely expression…..)
Tsubasa: ‘Uhm, Kitakado-san too, if there is something I can do, please tell me.’
Tomohisa: ‘Really?’
Tsubasa: ‘Yes!’
Tomohisa: ‘Then, it’s now but my hands grew cold, so won’t you hold hands with me?’
Tsubasa: ‘Eh?’
Tsubasa: ‘N-No way! If the fans see this, it will be misunderstood…..!’
Tomohisa: ‘I see…..’
Tomohisa: ‘Then, let’s hold hands with Ryuji as well.’
Ryuji: ‘Wah, Tomo! What are you holding my hand so suddenly?’
Tsubasa: ‘Ah, Kitakado-san…..!’
Tomohisa: ‘Fufu, like this it’s fine, right? Alright, shall we go home, us three?’
Tsubasa: ‘Ehm……’
Ryuji: ‘Wait, I’m not really understanding anything?’
(Kitakado-san looks like he has fun. Well, it should be fine…. right?)
END
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