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Title: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on October 14, 2012, 02:04:35 PM
This is a thread for the currently airing anime adaptation of the long-running manga serial JoJo's Bizarre Adenture.

I already gave the first episode a positive review for out clusterfuck with just a few minor criticisms. After having just watched the 2nd episode, I can say that the story has certainly gotten more interesting though the heavy emphasis on style from the first episode has only gotten heavier hear, which I still feel can be overbearing and distracting at times. Still, this is a show where the staff involved with it clearly have a ton of respect for the source material (I can tell that without even having read any of it), and they clearly put a lot of heart and effort into this show, which really stands out. This is easily gearing up to be the most fun and interesting shonen anime in a long time along with the currently running Hunter X Hunter reboot. I recommend anyone who has any sort of interest in an over-the-top but well-made series like this to not hesitate to check it out. To me it just goes to prove that series like JoJo's Bizarre Adventure are considered classics for a reason, rather than just having a loyal fan-base based off of the fact that its old-school.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Rynnec on October 14, 2012, 02:48:03 PM
Is it officially streaming anywhere?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on October 14, 2012, 03:05:29 PM
Not that I know of.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Rynnec on October 14, 2012, 10:08:02 PM
Damn. :-[ I was sure this one would get streamed due to how popular JoJo's is.

Playing the demo of Capcom's JJBA fighter got me curious enough to look into this series. Even though the anime isn't adapting the portion of the manga the game is based on, I still want to check out the anime.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on October 14, 2012, 10:14:29 PM
Well, aside from Dio's memes, Jojo's is pretty obscure in the West. And what's known about the franchise isn't even close to being broadcast in this incarnation.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on October 21, 2012, 01:59:08 PM
I might just temporarily stop watching the anime at this point and pursue the manga, since while I like what I've seen, things felt like they were moving a bit too fast for me at times. I have learned that this particular anime adaptation has been skipping a lot of material and is really rushing through the story, but since what I've seen interests me, I do want to go back and and actually look at the manga as it was originally written to get the full story without the somewhat off-pacing of this anime series.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on October 17, 2013, 09:46:10 PM
This winter anime season has just gotten a whole lot more badass. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2013-10-16/jojo-bizarre-adventure-part-3-anime-confirmed)

I know a couple people who are going to be super excited about this, and even though I have yet to finish the first anime, I'm also really excited for it as well. I predict this will be one of the best anime of 2014, easily.  ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on December 21, 2013, 11:53:43 PM
April 4th 2014. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQqkpbt2Ero)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on December 22, 2013, 12:19:00 AM
I can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  :shakeshakeshake:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on February 21, 2014, 04:01:19 PM
NEW TRAILER! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NO-MNFMisq8)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on February 21, 2014, 05:43:04 PM
That trailer was awesome!!! It looks like we're also going to be getting trailers featuring  Avdol, Polnareff, and Kakyoin as well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on February 28, 2014, 07:42:53 PM
New trailer featuring Avdol (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NXgHW_XBsc)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on March 07, 2014, 11:15:41 AM
New trailer featuring Kakyoin. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5-dUrGdCbw)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on March 14, 2014, 03:22:26 PM
 New trailer featuring Polnareff. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2014-03-14/jojo-bizarre-adventure-part-3-polnareff-promo-streamed)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on March 14, 2014, 08:51:53 PM
Awesome!  :shakeshakeshake:

That reminds me, I still need to finish reading part 3...
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on March 21, 2014, 09:52:33 PM
New Trailer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=WoQ8hARdG78)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on March 21, 2014, 09:57:42 PM
Ah, so they made a trailer for Jotaro after all. Nice! The show is looking ever more excellent. April 4th just can't come fast enough.  ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on April 02, 2014, 01:02:14 PM
Crunchyroll will be streaming Jojo's Bizarre Adventure (2012) and Stardust Crusaders this Friday!!! (http://www.crunchyroll.com/forumtopic-844535/update-new-spring-titles-majin-bone-and-jojos-bizarre-adventure)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on April 02, 2014, 01:24:19 PM
That great!  :shakeshakeshake:

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on April 02, 2014, 03:04:51 PM
Good, good!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on April 02, 2014, 06:41:24 PM
Man, I'm so glad that didn't turn out to be an April Fools joke. This'll make it much more convenient to watch the series, introduce it to a much bigger audience, and see it in high-quality. You've done good, Crunchyroll.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on April 04, 2014, 06:18:34 PM
Merry Jojosmas (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=XOKJth6BLK8)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Lord Dalek on April 11, 2014, 01:12:17 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/Ujwnlu3l.png)

Holly is best JoJo's.  ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 09, 2014, 06:18:33 PM
Viz is releasing Part 1 in English (http://www.amazon.com/JoJos-Bizarre-Adventures-Phantom-Blood--Part/dp/1421578794/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1402355800&sr=8-3&keywords=jojo+phantom+blood)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 09, 2014, 06:22:41 PM
Yes, it looks like they've licensed the JoJonium (http://jojo.wikia.com/wiki/JoJonium) editions of the manga (which currently cover Parts 1-3). Whether this means they've also licensed the anime remains to be seen, but there's definitely the possibility of it happening in tandem with this.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 09, 2014, 06:25:22 PM
Glad they got the JoJonium version. Really love the covers.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on June 09, 2014, 06:27:09 PM
AWESOME!!!!  :shakeshakeshake: :shakeshakeshake: :shakeshakeshake:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 11, 2014, 01:31:56 PM
Viz has confirmed that have indeed re-licensed the manga. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2014-06-11/viz-media-adds-jojo-bizarre-adventure-phantom-blood/.75442) But the real interesting part is that they have more announcements regarding JoJo's at Anime Expo on July 3rd. Fingers crossed that they've licensed the anime.  :)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 20, 2014, 12:27:07 PM
Just in case anyone still had any doubts, Stardust Crusaders has been confirmed to be a full year, 4-cours anime. (http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2014/06/20-1/full-year-jojos-bizarre-adventure-stardust-crusaders-anime-plans-confirmed)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 20, 2014, 12:50:57 PM
They really don't want skip anything, do they?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 20, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
They don't have any reason to. Stardust Crusaders is the most popular part of JoJo's, after all, and David Productions doesn't really have anything else as profitable as the series to work on. The pacing is still a solid three chapters per episode, which is appropriate, so I'm more than happy to watch a full-year Stardust Crusaders anime.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on June 20, 2014, 10:05:04 PM
Well, at least it will be better paced than the OVAs. :P Good news either way. I wonder if they'll change themes through out the run now.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on June 20, 2014, 10:27:19 PM
I haven't started watching this season yet since I'm reading SC in the manga. I'll start watching once I finish this arc in the manga.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Rynnec on June 23, 2014, 08:24:03 PM
THIS IS ACTUALLY HAPPENING! (http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2014/06/23-1/crunchyroll-to-stream-english-dub-of-jojos-bizarre-adventure-stardust-crusaders)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 23, 2014, 08:48:34 PM
Sweet!

But does that mean their starting with Stardust Crusaders instead of the first series? SC hasn't been out for very long.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on June 23, 2014, 09:27:15 PM
That's amazing! Wish they'd license the first series as well, though. I need my JoJo's on Blu-Ray.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 23, 2014, 09:27:36 PM
Richard Epcar, the voice of Jigen, Batou, and BOBOBO-BO BO-BOBO as Joseph Joestar! FUCK YES!!!  :swoon: :swoon: :swoon: :swoon:

Levi as Jotaro and Grimmer as Dio is cool casting too.  ;D

This really is awesome news. I'm really hoping they announce a dub for the first series as well as a Toonami broadcast deal at Anime Expo as well. This is shaping up to be the year of JoJo!

And seriously, Richard Epcar as Joseph is perfect casting. I'm so excited for this dub.

Quote from: Foggle on June 23, 2014, 09:27:15 PM
I need my JoJo's on Blu-Ray.

We all do.   ;)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on June 23, 2014, 09:29:03 PM
YESYESYESYESYES!!!  :swoon:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on June 23, 2014, 09:30:38 PM
What a time to be alive! Still surprised they went straight for Stardust Crusaders rather than Phantom Blood/Battle Tendency. OK gentlemen, mark your calendars.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on July 03, 2014, 07:48:14 PM
Viz will also be releasing the Battle Tendency manga. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2014-07-03/viz-media-adds-jojo-bizarre-adventures-battle-tendency-requiem-of-the-rose-king-manga/.76272)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on July 05, 2014, 07:06:27 PM
I just watched the first three dubbed episodes of the Stardust Crusaders dub on Crunchyroll. It took me a while to adjust to it, but in the end I was pleased with how it turned out. I think Jotaro, Dio, and Avdol are spot-on in particular. I sort of wish Epcar used a gruffer voice for Joseph, akin to his Bobobo voice, but outside of a few moments where I'd say he's overacting, his performance is well done. It's a great sounding dub overall, and I hope it gets on Toonami and we get blu-ray release sometime soon. I also hope they dub the first series and get that out on home video and tv too, of course.

It's weird they still haven't announced the licensor, though. Maybe Warner Japan hired out a studio and produced the dub themselves? I hope the Crunchyroll panel later today sheds some light on the situation. 
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on July 31, 2014, 11:46:02 AM
Turns out there will be a break in the airing of the Stardust Crusaders anime. (http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2014/07/31-1/break-planned-in-jojos-bizarre-adventure-stardust-crusaders-anime) The series will take a break for the fall season before returning in January for the second half.

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on July 31, 2014, 04:13:05 PM
I guess that's OK, might as well give them a break for animating this stuff. As long as we're getting the full series, I'm good.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on July 31, 2014, 04:34:05 PM
Yeah, I don't mind the break either. The only thing I'm a bit bummed about is that it's going to take a bit longer to get an adaption of Part 4.  :P
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on July 31, 2014, 04:55:03 PM
Looking at the list of chapters, I think it might be safe to say that we might at least get to Iggy joining the gang before going on break. Assuming that we're at least getting 25-26 episodes before going on break.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on July 31, 2014, 04:59:09 PM
Based on how it was originally thought the anime was going to be 24 episodes long, I'm wagering that's the episode we'll be leaving off on. My guess is that all the pre-Egypt stuff will be taken care of by then. I'm expecting Iggy's introduction will be the first stuff that gets covered when the series comes back from the break.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on July 31, 2014, 05:07:43 PM
I'm fine with this. Since I'm still reading the manga, and don't plan to start the anime for SC until I finish that arc in the manga, it gives me plenty of time to catch up before the second half of it premieres.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 03, 2014, 03:55:00 PM
So, I'm at what I presume is about half-way (or almost half-way), through Part 3 in the manga. Now, to be clear, I do like it, so don't take my opinion as negative, but considering the series as a whole, I still like Part 2 the best so far, unless part 3 gets substantially better in the second half. For one thing, the stand user of the week formula is starting to wear thin for me, and I find myself wishing the manga would take a break from some fighting and get to more plot developments for at least a little but. I felt that part 2 had the perfect balance between story and fighting.

And then, as for the actual fights, the general consensus seems to be that part 2 has the better story and part 3 has the better fights. Perhaps I'll change my mind by the time that I finish this arc, but while the stands themselves are cool, I don't necessarily think that they have made the fights any more interesting than they already were in part 2, and for that matter, I loved how Joseph used various accessories in such cleverly strategic ways. It felt that he made the best out of shit situations. Comparatively, a lot of fights (with a few notable exceptions), have the stand users on both sides seem like they are at the top of their game. That leads to interesting enough fights since they are evenly matched, but I miss that feeling of desperation that was present in many of he fights from part 2, but once again, this could change later on in part 3, but for now I honestly prefer the fights in part 2 along with the story.

Like I said, I still like part 3 (it's better than part 1, for sure, and is even managed to still like that one, even though most people don't care for it), but so far my opinion is that part 2 was much stronger, so far. Even if I was only comparing the first half of that arc to the first half of this, in order to be fair, I'd still stand by that opinion. I am hoping that things improve with the rest of this arc, though, and since it's pretty long, I still have a lot left to read, so for all I know it could get ten times better than it already is. At this point, though, I'm currently more interested in getting to part 4, since a lot of people seem to consider it a fan favorite (I know that CX likes part 6 the best, but 4 seems to be the most popular among manga readers).

Also, why doesn't Joseph use his character quirk of predicting what his opponent will say to throw them off, anymore? I get that he's not exactly the same character now that he's older, but it seems like such an iconic quirk that was so identifiable with this character that getting rid of it in this part doesn't sit with me too well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on September 03, 2014, 04:21:52 PM
A lot of people prefer part 2 to 3, actually. The Stand of the Week format of part 3 isn't appealing to many, and it's been a source of complaint for a lot of the new JoJo's fans who got into the series through the anime, haven't read any of the manga, and are watching SC right now. It's interesting, considering that Part 3 is the most popular part internationally, but to be honest, popular =/= best, and I personally like parts 4 & 6, and even 5 (which is an unpopular opinion, but imo it has a way better story to it), better. I actually do enjoy it more overall than Part 2, though.

Personally, I enjoy the Stand fights because they are very diverse and often strategic and not always physical in nature, which I've always found more interesting than regular fights, but the early ones are a lot weaker than the ones in the second half. The best fights in Stardust Crusaders, imo, are the ones with the D'Arby the Gambler, D'Arby the Gamer, Iggy vs. Pet Shop, Polnareff and Iggy vs. Vanilla Ice, and the final battle with Dio. Those last three are more traditional-y fights, but they have that sense of desperation that I think you're talking about, and are some of the best fights in the entire series and some of my all-time favorites in manga as well.

While I'm pretty sure Part 7 is the most critically acclaimed/praised part of the series, I think that Part 4 is definitely the most popular among JoJo's fans these days, for good reason too, and that was the part that made JoJo's my favorite Shonen Jump and battle-shonen series. It definitely has the best cast and art of all the parts, imo, and the Stand fights are much more interesting and Yoshikage Kira is probably the best villain in the series (though, Part 6's Enrico Pucci is a more interesting/developed one). I do think part 6 is stronger story-wise though, and has more interesting concepts and themes behind it, which is why it's my personal favorite (though, again, I'm not done with part 7 yet).

As for why Joseph doesn't use his quirk anymore, I remember he did do it once in SC, at the end of the Empress fight. I'm not sure why that personality quirk was dropped, but I'm guessing it's because the focus moves away from him so much and he's basically more of a comic relief character in Part 3, and Jotaro and Polnareff get the most fights/focus in the series.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on September 03, 2014, 04:48:33 PM
The first half of Part 3 feels like Araki is just experimenting with the ideas of Stands. It gets a little better during the second half, but 3 is still probably one of the weaker parts to me. I'm currently reading trough Part 4, and I can tell you that it does indeed get a lot better.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 03, 2014, 04:50:11 PM
Like I said, I like the stands themselves. Much like Nen, it's a really cool concept that can lead to interesting battles. It's just that so far, I don't think that the manga has used that concept to its full potential, but I'm sure that later fights will eventually change my mind.

That said, I still alway prefer character first, story second, and action last. As far as character goes, the series hasn't I processed me too much, in that I like plenty of characters, but the only one I've ever really care about to a significant enough degree is Joseph, so far. In terms of story, I found part 2 to be pretty decent, and in terms of action, I really liked the fights in part 2 as well, and have enjoyed them in part 3 thus far, but still prefer the ones from part 2 at the moment.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 03, 2014, 04:52:49 PM
Quote from: The Shadow Gentleman on September 03, 2014, 04:48:33 PMThe first half of Part 3 feels like Araki is just experimenting with the ideas of Stands. It gets a little better during the second half, but 3 is still probably one of the weaker parts to me. I'm currently reading trough Part 4, and I can tell you that it does indeed get a lot better.

For some reason I always thought that you preferred part 3 to part 2, but I may have been confusing you for CX. At any rate, I haven't read a part that I don't like, yet (like I said, even part 1 has its moments), so it's all still good stuff. That said, I also have yet to fall in love with the series to the degree that most of its fans have. I'm hoping that part 4 is the part to finally win me over, in that regard.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on September 03, 2014, 05:13:43 PM
I've always been a story/characters more than action guy as well, but even so, I just find SC a lot of fun on the whole. As far as the characters go, besides Joseph, Polnareff became and still is one of my top favorites in the entire series. Kakyoin and Avdol are alright, but I was never too attached to them. Iggy I really like, if for somewhat biased reasons, but he's a lot of fun and has some damn great moments in his two major battles. Jotaro, he's cool, but not one of my favorites, though Part 4 and Part 6 made me like him a lot more. He's somehow better as a supporting character than as the main protagonist, imo. Either way, story-wise I do think Part 3 is weaker than Part 2, since it's basically Stand-of-the-Week for most of it whereas Battle Tendency was a much tighter, focused narrative. That said, SC's second half did end up putting it slightly over BT for me.

If I had to rank the parts I've read so far:

Stone Ocean > Diamond is Unbreakable > Vento Aureo > Stardust Crusaders > Battle Tendency > Phantom Blood

I'm only a fourth of the way in Steel Ball Run, but if I were to put it in there, it would be between DiU and VA. Keep in mind liking VA more than SC and BT is actually an unpopular opinion among most people, though (I know Vlord doesn't like it much, and JoJo's is his second favorite manga). But honestly, I found it's core story and Buccellati's character arc really strong on the whole, and it comes off like a mix of the strengths of both BT and SC in a few regards, so I just prefer it over them overall.

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on September 04, 2014, 12:52:01 AM
Quote from: Cartoon X on September 03, 2014, 05:13:43 PM
If I had to rank the parts I've read so far:

Stone Ocean > Diamond is Unbreakable > Vento Aureo > Stardust Crusaders > Battle Tendency > Phantom Blood

I'm only a fourth of the way in Steel Ball Run, but if I were to put it in there, it would be between DiU and VA. Keep in mind liking VA more than SC and BT is actually an unpopular opinion among most people, though (I know Vlord doesn't like it much, and JoJo's is his second favorite manga). But honestly, I found it's core story and Buccellati's character arc really strong on the whole, and it comes off like a mix of the strengths of both BT and SC in a few regards, so I just prefer it over them overall.

I think I was too harsh on Part 5 when I first read it.  After re-reading parts of it, I've realized that VA had a lot of really good moments and the main cast was great (well, aside from Fugo  :sweat:). It's not one of my favorite parts, but I no longer consider it the weakest part of the series.
If I had to rank the first 6 parts:
Stone Ocean > Diamond is Unbreakable > Battle Tendency = Stardust Crusaders > Vento Aureo > Phantom Blood
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on October 21, 2014, 02:36:10 PM
Okay, so it does look like the show took a break a month or so ago, and I'm just about to watch that last episode now. I guess I should try to get into the other parts via manga in the meantime!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on October 21, 2014, 03:25:16 PM
I should get back to the manga, myself. I haven't caught up with the anime, but I think I'm just a little bit past the point where the anime took a hiatus, judging by the episode titles and comparing it to the chapter titles that I'm currently on.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on October 25, 2014, 02:55:38 AM
Marty Friedman is using Jojo's to teach Japanese people English. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=wuQZmOxXf-g)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on November 30, 2014, 05:01:46 PM
New promo for the Egypt half of Stardust Crusaders. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFb_2o-XJnQ)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on December 06, 2014, 09:08:12 AM
Since I'm reading through Part 5, I'd thought it be good to share this post (http://jazztronic.tumblr.com/post/104160149698) about how badly the only complete English translation fucks it up.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on December 19, 2014, 07:04:26 PM
Premiere date for Stardust Crusaders -Egypt Arc- (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2014-12-19/jojo-bizarre-adventure-anime-egypt-arc-slated-for-january-9/.82360) is January 9th. I've been missing the show these past few months, and it'll be good to have it again, especially since this season will cover the best parts of SC.

In Video Game-related news, the next JJBA fighting game has been announced, and Diego Brando will be a playable character! (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2014-12-16/jojo-bizarre-adventure-eyes-of-heaven-playstation-4-playstation-3-game-announced/.82228) Great! His absence is All Star Battle was sorely missed. Hopefully they add more Steel Ball Run and Stone Ocean characters into this game's roster.

Additionally, here's a fun read: Jason Thompson covered the "Learn English with JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" book in the latest House of 1000 Manga. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/house-of-1000-manga/2014-12-18/learn-english-with-jojo-bizarre-adventure/.82330) What I've seen of this and the Assassination Classroom learn english book are hysterical. I think we westerners could use a "Learn Japanese with JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" book ourselves.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on December 20, 2014, 01:48:26 PM
New promo for Stardust Crusaders -Egypt Arc-. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2014-12-20/jojo-bizarre-adventure-stardust-crusaders-egypt-arc-anime-previewed-in-promo/.82430)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on January 09, 2015, 12:58:55 PM
I like the new opening. It gives off a sort of 80's shonen opening vibe, which is fitting for JoJo's and SC in particular. Besides, that "ORA ORA ORA" sequence is classic. I wasn't expecting the choice of ending theme, but I still like the ending, since it gives off a nostalgic vibe, also appropriate for this arc. However, if they don't play "Get Back" in the last episode I am going to be super disappointed.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on January 09, 2015, 02:22:53 PM
Quote from: Cartoon X on January 09, 2015, 12:58:55 PM
However, if they don't play "Get Back" in the last episode I am going to be super disappointed.

If they don't play Sono Chi No Sadame at the end of the fight against Dio I will punch walls.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on February 05, 2015, 03:21:40 PM
Viz has been named the merchandise licensee for the JoJo's anime. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2015-02-05/viz-media-named-master-merchandise-licensee-for-jojo-bizarre-adventure/.84122)

No word if whether they licensed the actual show itself, yet, but I'm pretty sure that's going to inevitably be announced at some point. 
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on February 18, 2015, 10:36:04 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B-LjhHXIIAA50hJ.png:large)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on February 21, 2015, 07:06:30 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B-aQlZ6CEAAuTRW.jpg)

The Barnes & Noble near the place I work had it in stock.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on February 22, 2015, 08:37:03 AM
Keep in mind that Phantom Blood (which the first 9 episodes cover) is a bit different from the rest of the series, and is more of really long prologue. Most people will say that JoJo really starts in Battle Tendency (which starts at episode 10).
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on March 06, 2015, 07:45:25 PM
#1 (http://www.nytimes.com/best-sellers-books/manga/list.html#viaann)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on May 06, 2015, 10:31:46 PM
Hmm... (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X5UIUEU)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on May 07, 2015, 08:05:27 AM
While it's exciting, I'm waiting for some kind of official announcement.

And they'd better start with season 1.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on May 08, 2015, 06:03:05 PM
Apparently, the DVD release will be sub-only. (http://www.rightstuf.com/1-800-338-6827/catalogmgr/N-2RMNrihwsFrDDa9r/browse/item/105542/4/0/0)  :imnothappy:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on May 08, 2015, 06:52:16 PM
I don't get why licensers are so afraid to dub what is obviously a hot commodity, but it sure seems like they are.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on May 08, 2015, 09:13:47 PM
No Blu-Ray either. I know, First World Problems and all that jazz, but still.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on May 08, 2015, 11:07:25 PM
Warner Home Video has released the cover art.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CEiM5iPVAAAsnxE.png:large)
I really hope they give it a blu-ray release at some point. 
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on May 11, 2015, 06:50:11 PM
Looks like JoJo's will be getting an english dub after all. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2015-05-11/jojo-bizarre-adventure-season-1-dvd-listed-with-english-dub/.88074)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on May 11, 2015, 07:38:50 PM
Awesome! I can't wait to hear it.

How does the anime compare to the manga, btw? I enjoyed its adaptation of the first 2 arcs, but is the manga still worth experiencing otherwise? I feel like I can only purchase one right now, so I'd have to consider which to go for.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on May 11, 2015, 08:06:57 PM
The first season of the anime condenses the material, so things move a bit faster compared to the manga (the first episode adapted almost the entire first volume of the manga, for instance). Otherwise, it's a very faithful adaption. I prefer JoJo's as a manga on the whole based on the SC anime because the manga's pacing doesn't translate perfectly with an anime's pacing, among other things, but for the first two parts I'd say I do like watching the anime a bit better, since the early manga took a while to develop the art and style that it adopted later on. If cost is a concern, then I would advise you to go for the anime set, since it's only $40 if you buy it on Rightstuf, while collecting the manga will take longer and cost a fair bit more. The manga version of those parts is still worth experiencing, of course, and very much worth reading through other means if you get the time.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on May 14, 2015, 01:17:59 AM
Wait, Vanilla Ice isn't okay but Billie Jean is? Though I suppose I like the stealth reference to that movie.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 05, 2015, 06:26:04 PM
Good fucking good was this episode good. I was planning on coming in here to say this even before the last few minutes.
Quote from: Dr. Insomniac on May 14, 2015, 01:17:59 AM
Wait, Vanilla Ice isn't okay but Billie Jean is? Though I suppose I like the stealth reference to that movie.
Wait, so he's straight up called Vanilla Ice? I thought they were saying that because they thought he looked like him or something, lol. where's Suge Knight when you need him? He would have gotten Vanilla to sign that over.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 10, 2015, 09:16:29 AM
Dub to premiere at Anime Expo. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2015-06-10/anime-expo-to-premiere-english-jojo-bizarre-adventure-dub-with-director-naokatsu-tsuda/.89098)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 11, 2015, 10:12:45 PM
A few thoughts I have, some I shared elsewhere:

I like the first half of Phantom Blood more than most of Battle Tendency. I didn't like Battle Tendency more than PB until the Wamuu fight. I just didn't feel like Joseph had much to do until the vampires finally awoke, even though young Joseph is easily my favorite character in the show. Before that, it was just alright. From the Wamuu fight and beyond is when I think I really became a fan of the show in general.

The beginning of Phantom Blood is one of the favorite parts of the anime for me because it was like a kooky horror movie, like I've said before. I could enjoy an entire anime series like that. I've been hearing a lot of good about the show back then and it felt just as special as the hype suggested to me. The Hamon half is my least favorite arc of the show. I like Johnathan's adventure, it's just that I liked the other stories more and only Dio stood out out of all the characters there.

Obviously Stardust Crusaders is my favorite. It looks like I'm not the only one on the internet who thinks Kakyoin is the weakest link in the group. He's supposed to be one of the smart guys on the team..but barely does anything. All of his wins I can think are an old man, a baby and he made the world's smallest Stand flee. That's about it. His best strength is having Polnareff not die from stupidity...which Avdol did better. Plus we learn little about him.

It seems like almost everyone gets outshined by Jotaro, mostly when it comes to fights since I still can't pick a favorite between him, old Joseph and Polnareff, character wise. Anyway, I already said that Kakyoin has done little, Avdol's much better seeing how he told Joseph about Stands, iirc, fought most of the team (including Iggy, this time), with no loses against them, has a decent track record mostly because of that and he gave info on almost every enemy Stand user he saw on sight but I felt like he also hanged in the background too much, including outside of just fights. I also think he's a bit too stiff so he's not quite a favorite because of all that.

You think that Polnareff is about to shine again because he's going up against a sword wielding Stand user he has a win over and made it clear that it would be stupid for Star Platinum to fight Anubis with just his fists? He fights him with just his fists and even beats Polnareff in the process...whoa.  :srs: I would actually be upset if that wasn't easily my favorite fight in the entire show so far. Jotaro could have hanged back and watch Polnareff (as unlikely as that seemed) win. It seemed like just that was going to happen but no. Ora ora ora ora. The fact that Polnareff has never used Silver Chariot's clones again after the Avdol fight (so far? Don't tell me.) and almost never takes his armor off to go faster just makes things worse. His feats when they first meet him looked so awesome. Luckily this hasn't effected how much I like Polnareff, nor the fact that he's gotten little to no character development. He's just such a lovable idiot.

I'm fine with Joseph's and Iggy's roles though. I don't even have to explain Joseph personality wise and he's not really supposed to be a combatant here. I do wish he beat Older D'Arby though. It would have been nice to see Jotaro lose just once and then Joseph wins his soul back. Iggy...easily has the most character development. That can't even be argued, once I think about it. And he was very charismatic from the start.

I think that's everything I wanted to say.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 12, 2015, 08:03:35 AM
I've always felt that the first half of PB was really under appreciated, even with the new anime. It does a good job setting up the rest of the series and Jonathan and Dio's rivalry was actually pretty good, even if they did sort of drag it out in the second part. I feel PB would have benifited from either being a lot longer or a lot shorter.

And you're right, Jotaro is a real camera hog, probably more then any other JoJo. He works better as a supporting character in Part 4 & 6 in my opinion, especially when playing off the characters in those parts. I just can't wait for a Part 4 anime.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 12, 2015, 09:18:39 PM
 :srs: Why'd you tell me that Jotaro survives?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 12, 2015, 10:19:40 PM
He can bullshit his way out of pretty much anything at this point.

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on June 12, 2015, 10:23:15 PM
Yeah, the Joestar line needs to continue. It's not like the other Jojos procreated a spare kid along the way.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 12, 2015, 10:43:28 PM
The only thing Jotaro needs to fear is GACT. Or rather, the absence of...
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 12, 2015, 10:48:50 PM
On the subject of today's episode, I totally fangasmed when Dio used za warudo to interrupt the opening. That was fucking amazing. The episode as a whole was pretty damn amazing. David Pro really came through in making this final battle epic in animated form.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 12, 2015, 10:57:20 PM
Quote from: The Shadow Gentleman on June 12, 2015, 08:03:35 AM
I've always felt that the first half of PB was really under appreciated, even with the new anime. It does a good job setting up the rest of the series and Jonathan and Dio's rivalry was actually pretty good, even if they did sort of drag it out in the second part. I feel PB would have benifited from either being a lot longer or a lot shorter.

And you're right, Jotaro is a real camera hog, probably more then any other JoJo. He works better as a supporting character in Part 4 & 6 in my opinion, especially when playing off the characters in those parts. I just can't wait for a Part 4 anime.
Ok, I'm off the phone now so I can answer you properly.  :)

Yes, the start of Phantom Blood did seem to be overlooked. I loved watching the two grow up. That's when Johnathan was at his best; when he was younger. His innocence got kind of boring as an adult. That and the fact that Dio is pretty much the only interesting character to me during the second half is probably why I didn't care for it too much.

I think Jotaro could have had a lot of great moments without the others getting pushed to the side. He makes most of the team look borderline incompetent. lol

I've been waiting to hear about Part 4 getting green lighted. I hope it does and we don't have to wait a year or so for it. I wouldn't be able to handle that. :(
Quote from: The Shadow Gentleman on June 12, 2015, 10:19:40 PM
He can bullshit his way out of pretty much anything at this point.


Makes sense but still. :imnothappy:

Quote from: Dr. Insomniac on June 12, 2015, 10:23:15 PM
Yeah, the Joestar line needs to continue. It's not like the other Jojos procreated a spare kid along the way.
Something Shadow said on Twitter made me think that the bloodline continued in another way (do not ask) but thanks for shattering my delusion. :humhumhum:
Quote from: Cartoon X on June 12, 2015, 10:48:50 PM
On the subject of today's episode, I totally fangasmed when Dio used za warudo to interrupt the opening. That was fucking amazing. The episode as a whole was pretty damn amazing. David Pro really came through in making this final battle shine in animated form.
Oh man, that part literally made my day. I was just about to go to the watching thread and go on about that. Ever since I rewatched Bloody Stream, I have always been suspicious about how "complete" the latest OP is. I thought that just meant the middle of it could get new content so Dio REALLY caught me by surprise. I also loved that Dio trolled beginning and end of the episode with how he got Stardust Crusaders cut off and had his music play while he was sent flying through the air. :D I always thought he was a decent villain but the newest episode made me a fan of his. Lastly, I was happy to see Enya Geil again. She's probably my favorite anime villainess.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on July 04, 2015, 03:22:01 AM
English dub clips.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on July 07, 2015, 08:42:31 PM
(http://41.media.tumblr.com/18c90917a7aad5bcb68850a5730c4db9/tumblr_nr1dyuZMOa1rae2vso1_1280.jpg)
(http://41.media.tumblr.com/d1cb74f05c8b929312ad22dcb9f9b016/tumblr_nr1dyuZMOa1rae2vso2_1280.jpg)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on September 02, 2015, 09:01:28 PM
Spoiler
(http://i.imgur.com/fILsABT.jpg)
[close]
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Lord Dalek on October 24, 2015, 08:50:19 AM
So yeah while everybody was talking about FMP...

MORIOH  TOWN CONFIRMED (https://youtu.be/OrTaVV0Hkng)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on October 24, 2015, 09:02:37 AM
  :worship::joy: :swoon:

Fuck yes! Definitely my most anticipated anime for next year. Can't wait to see DiU animated!  ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on October 24, 2015, 09:08:10 AM
Hype levels:

(http://i1.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/981/603/6e0.png)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on October 24, 2015, 09:46:31 AM
YESYESYESYESYESYESYESYES!!!!!!!!!!!  :joy:
Thank you, David Productions.   :worship:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on October 24, 2015, 01:38:47 PM
NO WAY! NO FUCKING WAY!!!!!  :shakeshakeshake: :shakeshakeshake: :shakeshakeshake: :shakeshakeshake: This is one of my most wanted...anythings. I gave up because more JoJo greatness seemed to good to be true. :sweat: :swoon:
Quote from: VLordGTZ on October 24, 2015, 09:46:31 AM
YESYESYESYESYESYESYESYES!!!!!!!!!!!  :joy:
Thank you, David Productions.   :worship:
*Based David.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on October 24, 2015, 01:51:55 PM
This is good news, but I honestly thought it was a forgone conclusion that David would be animating the entire series.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on October 24, 2015, 01:55:42 PM
Well then you're [somehow] more optimistic than me.  :P :D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on October 24, 2015, 01:59:30 PM
The original teaser for the Phantom Blood anime showed all 8 parts, so I bet they'll be doing everything eventually. ;)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on October 24, 2015, 02:04:53 PM
I sure hope so.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on October 24, 2015, 04:31:36 PM
Quote from: Foggle on October 24, 2015, 01:51:55 PM
This is good news, but I honestly thought it was a forgone conclusion that David would be animating the entire series.
I knew it was going to be made eventually, but I wasn't sure when it would be announced.  I'm expecting David Productions to continue to adapt JoJo until they catch up with the manga (which won't happen for a VERY long time).  In any case, I'm really excited to see my favorite manga villain finally get animated.  With AssClass 2, FMP, JoJo Part 4, and (possibly) My Hero Academia,  2016 is shaping up to be a great year for anime.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on October 24, 2015, 05:07:55 PM
I just hope each part gets animated and announced sooner for now on. Ugh, and I hope they don't take a mid-season break on DiU but that's probably asking for too much.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on October 24, 2015, 05:28:42 PM
Considering that DiU is probably going to be around 50-60 eps, I'm expecting there to be one break at the very least.  They don't seem to be in any rush to catch up.  :sweat:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on October 24, 2015, 05:34:26 PM
Wha-wha-what? Well damn...Not that I would mind seeing that much new JoJo :)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on October 24, 2015, 06:13:53 PM
Mid-season breaks are annoying, but definitely necessary to retain quality. Animating is a long, arduous process, after all.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on October 24, 2015, 06:59:53 PM
Makes sense.  :thinkin:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on October 27, 2015, 09:17:28 PM
My name is Emporio... (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pPvNqOb6RA)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on November 17, 2015, 10:30:20 AM
Part 4 confirmed for the spring 2016 season. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2015-11-17/jojo-bizarre-adventure-part-4-anime-main-staff-cast-april-premiere-revealed/.95484) No surprise, as that is standard turn around for anime announced during the fall, and part 3 debuted in a spring season as well. I'm more surprised they are not using the same cast as from the video games, but I'm sure the new actors will perform just as well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on November 17, 2015, 08:11:03 PM
Funny how Knuckle from Hunter x Hunter is playing Okuyasu.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on November 17, 2015, 08:16:18 PM
Well, it's not too uncommon for the same VA to voice multiple similar characters throughout various popular shonen anime.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on November 17, 2015, 11:39:44 PM
I guess I have something to look forward to in April.   ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on November 18, 2015, 12:05:35 AM
Yes, April Fool's will rock.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on November 18, 2015, 08:19:56 AM
Quote from: VLordGTZ on November 17, 2015, 11:39:44 PM
I guess I have something to look forward to in April.   ;D
Ushio & Tora 2, My Hero Academia, Phoenix Wright, the Adventures of Sinbad, and Part 4.

That's quite a good bit to keep up with!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on December 20, 2015, 08:10:50 PM
Preview 1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLZP_z2PxCw&ab_channel=warnerbrosanime)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on December 20, 2015, 09:00:03 PM
Josuke and Crazy Diamond are looking great!  ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2015, 10:06:29 AM
Am I the only person who likes Phantom Blood?

The thing is, I know it's not as over the top or as funny as later material, but it's totally unlike the later series at the same time. You see, Jonathan's life and death sets in motion the wheel of fate around the Joestar family and their duty to fight evil as it comes at them at the cost of their lives. I don't think Battle Tendency would have been as good if you didn't really see the struggles his family came from which adds an extra weight to his quest and the death of some of his other friends (which also benefits from Phantom Blood, I might add) giving it that edge that other series don't have. Even Stardust Crusaders benefits from understanding the Dio conflict from Part 1.

I'm not going to say it's the best part of the series or even that it's better than Battle Tendency, but I don't think that makes it bad at all. Phantom Blood's Dio rivalry in the early part is very dynamic as is the Gothic Horror and Bram Stoker vibe in the latter parts. But, yes, the comedy is not that good. Honestly, I think Part 1 succeeds better when it tries to be serious and some of the over the top parts clash with that. Part of that is Jonathan's personality and how he grew from a wimpy kid into a stoic adult, but also considering how high the stakes are when Jonathan's crew goes after Dio, the humor feels very out of place with the Bram Stoker vibe outside of over the top attacks. The humor should have been saved for the earlier parts and the training instead, I feel. But that final battle with Dio and the final face off on the ship are a suitably dramatic build up building from everything at the beginning.

That's a pretty long way to say that I think Part 1 should get more credit for what it does, but I also think I enjoyed it a lot more than hardcore JJBA fans did. Which is odd for me.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on December 23, 2015, 10:40:41 AM
I don't think that anyone (except for Dalek) dislikes Phantom Blood. I just like the later arcs better. No one would argue that PB is not an essential part of the overall story and mythology of the JoJo's Chronology, though.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2015, 11:39:33 AM
I understand everyone has their preferences, I've just seen a lot of people going on about not really missing anything by skipping Part 1 and 2 and going straight into Part 3. I mean, that's skipping a lot of stuff.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on December 23, 2015, 02:00:28 PM
While you could read or watch Stardust Crusaders without having viewed the first two arcs, you would undeniably lose a lot of impact from the bigger moments of that arc when you don't know about the rich history surrounding Dio and the Joestar bloodline, so I would personally advise newcomers to start from the beginning.

It's the same situation as with Dragon Ball Z. Many people, including myself started with that show and could understand it just fine. But we lost a lot of valuable payoff by not understanding the extensive history of the characters established in the original Dragon Ball. A big example is learning Goku's true origin. When I first watched DBZ, I knew that Goku was an alien right from the first few episodes, and thought nothing of it. After going back to Dragon Ball and reading the series in chronological order, though, it struck me just how much of a huge revelation it must have been for people reading or watching the series in chronological order and assuming that Goku was a human for years on end.

I feel that JoJo's is no different in that regard. You get more out of seeing the story play out in order, as it was always meant to be seen.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on December 23, 2015, 02:21:32 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2015, 10:06:29 AM
Am I the only person who likes Phantom Blood?

The thing is, I know it's not as over the top or as funny as later material, but it's totally unlike the later series at the same time. You see, Jonathan's life and death sets in motion the wheel of fate around the Joestar family and their duty to fight evil as it comes at them at the cost of their lives. I don't think Battle Tendency would have been as good if you didn't really see the struggles his family came from which adds an extra weight to his quest and the death of some of his other friends (which also benefits from Phantom Blood, I might add) giving it that edge that other series don't have. Even Stardust Crusaders benefits from understanding the Dio conflict from Part 1.

I'm not going to say it's the best part of the series or even that it's better than Battle Tendency, but I don't think that makes it bad at all. Phantom Blood's Dio rivalry in the early part is very dynamic as is the Gothic Horror and Bram Stoker vibe in the latter parts. But, yes, the comedy is not that good. Honestly, I think Part 1 succeeds better when it tries to be serious and some of the over the top parts clash with that. Part of that is Jonathan's personality and how he grew from a wimpy kid into a stoic adult, but also considering how high the stakes are when Jonathan's crew goes after Dio, the humor feels very out of place with the Bram Stoker vibe outside of over the top attacks. The humor should have been saved for the earlier parts and the training instead, I feel. But that final battle with Dio and the final face off on the ship are a suitably dramatic build up building from everything at the beginning.

That's a pretty long way to say that I think Part 1 should get more credit for what it does, but I also think I enjoyed it a lot more than hardcore JJBA fans did. Which is odd for me.

Nicely put! I also enjoy Part 1 more then most people for a lot of the reasons you discussed. I think most people don't necessarily dislike Part 1, they just prefer other parts more. I'm a little biased, since I do sometimes enjoy a good old fashioned hero story, and PB is also crucial to the legacy ("Destiny of the Blood") element of JoJo, which is one of the main reasons I love the series.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on December 23, 2015, 05:18:48 PM
I, of course, really like Phantom Blood. Well, mostly the first half, while I think the 2nd half is alright. I actually like the first half more than most of Battle Tendency.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on December 23, 2015, 11:31:27 PM
While Phantom Blood is my least favorite part of JoJo, I still really enjoy it.  I feel that it still has some great moments and is important within the overarching story arc of the original timeline.  From what I've seen, Phantom Blood is fairly well-received by people.  Honestly, I've seen a more mixed reception for Part 5: Vento Aureo (which I personally think is still very good despite its faults).

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on December 25, 2015, 01:56:41 AM
I see Phantom Blood the same way I see other first seasons of things I like, appreciating its own fine points while looking into the moments that lead to better things in later parts. Plus, it has Speedwagon.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on January 06, 2016, 09:47:22 PM
Because I'm bored.

Suggestions for ED song 4:

Choice #1 (the title and the lyrics, come on) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RxBHRZpIdg)
Choice #2 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-G7-yLFmCQ)
Choice #3 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dOx510kyOs)
Choice #4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F73EcycGCO8)

Of course I'm probably way off, but I figured I'd give it a shot.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on January 06, 2016, 09:54:40 PM
I'm not sure what I want for the next ED song, but I really hope that they use a Queen song for the ED of the second half of Part IV.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on January 06, 2016, 10:29:03 PM
Quote from: VLordGTZ on January 06, 2016, 09:54:40 PM
I'm not sure what I want for the next ED song, but I really hope that they use a Queen song for the ED of the second half of Part IV.
I totally forgot about Queen. Personally I'd pick Seven Seas of Rhye for being their best song, though wouldn't turn down anything else like Don't Stop Me Now, A Kind of Magic, or Hammer To Fall would be particularly great.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on January 27, 2016, 04:15:10 PM
So, I've had this opinion for a while now, but IMO, Jotaro Kujo is a pretty weak lead. Stardust Crusaders works almost entirely thanks to having a great supporting cast, which is one thing that it does better than previous parts in the series (Joseph, Avdol, Kakyoin, Polnareff, and Iggy all make the series for me). However, my issue with Jotaro in particular is that he's not all that interesting to see as the main driving force of the story. For one thing, his personality only ranges from playing it cool to occasionally getting pissed off. And he rarely ever loses his cool to begin with. His fights with Steely Dan and Dio are among the very few instances in which he gets legitimately pissed off in a way that actually makes me root for him. I also personally find his Stand and combat style to be the most overpowered and least interesting of all six Stardust Crusaders (FTR, The Fool is my personal favorite Stand ability of the team).

I probably made it sound like I hate the character, but that's not actually the case. I simply just don't find him that endearing to follow like I do with Joseph or Josuke, or even Jonothan for that matter. I feel like he works better as a supporting act than as the leading man, and Diamond is Unbreakable pretty much proves my point in that regard. I like him much better as an ally to Josuke than as the team leader.

And yeah, I get that he's yhe most iconic JoJo, but most iconic doesn't necessarily mean the best.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on January 27, 2016, 05:41:26 PM
I've only seen the first three parts (and read a bit of the third back in the day) but I would be inclined to agree.

Jonathan is a great lead for Part 1's more serious tone and how he grows from a pathetic weakling into a strong gentleman and Joseph is extremely clever and hilarious on top of it (not a fan of how they toned him and Hamon down for Part 3, though) but they never felt outshined by their allies. Speedwagon was funny as a narrator in Part 1 and Zeppeli was a great mentor character as well, just as Caesar and Lisa Lisa are indispensable for Part 2 while never blocking out Jonathan or Joseph from being the main characters.

In Part 3, despite being really tough, Jotaro is not as exciting to watch as Jonathan or as enjoyable as Joseph but that's not all. He's not as funny as Joseph, or as cool as Kakyoin, or as in control as Avdol, or as awesome as Polnareff, at any point in the story. He even gets outshined by Dio who didn't even outshine Jonathan (who many consider the blandest character in the series) back in Part 1. Everyone else in the cast is just so much more fun to be around.

Of course, I don't hate him. He's not a bad guy and his fights are fun to watch, but of the main leads he is my least favorite by far.

But I've also heard he works better in Part IV, so we'll see.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on January 27, 2016, 07:04:38 PM
Most people (including myself) seem to have a beef with how nerfed Joseph is in Stardust Crusaders. It's not that he needs to be more powerful, but rather he should be just as clever as before, in addition to having an heir of wisdom due to all of his experiences. It'd be great if he could win a few battles with his wits. For example, he should have been the one to defeat D'arby The Gambler. Also, it would have been great for him to bring out the clankers on Dio and score at least one clean hit on him by using it as a Hamon-infused boomerang.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on January 27, 2016, 08:12:42 PM
I'm also a bit disappointed about a spoiler regarding him in Part IV, though I don't want to spoil it for anyone else.

Poor Joseph is just not given a break by Araki.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on January 27, 2016, 08:27:32 PM
I thought Lisa Lisa wasn't used well towards the end of Battle Tendency (post Caesar Vs. Wamuu) She did a lot of standing around watching Joseph and was straight up a damsel in distress at the end. What a waste.

I don't see why people like Kakyoin that much. Outside of Death 13, The Lovers and Dio, he wasn't too helpful and he didn't do much of anything cool except for look cool. He also didn't do much of anything of substance until the end, just like Jotaro, except Jotaro is much cooler, has a lot more personality and Kakyoin never made me laugh. Polnareff and Joseph were the funniest, while Avdol, who is also much better than Kakyoin, had his return be more humorous than anything Noriaki has ever done. Kakyoin did suffer from Jotaro camera hogging but by no means is he a better character anywhere.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on January 27, 2016, 08:34:27 PM
I felt that Jotaro became a much more developed and likable character in Parts 4 and 6.  He's not on the same level as Johnny Joestar (who I feel is easily the best JoJo in the entire series so far), but I'd say Jotaro is probably my 3rd favorite JoJo.

Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on January 27, 2016, 08:12:42 PM
I'm also a bit disappointed about a spoiler regarding him in Part IV, though I don't want to spoil it for anyone else.

Poor Joseph is just not given a break by Araki.
I'm not exactly sure what you're referring to, but Joseph really isn't all that involved Part IV.   He has a major role in 2 or 3 stories in DiU, but he's a background character for the most part.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on January 27, 2016, 08:39:01 PM
Kakyoin is all kinds of awesome in the fight against Hanged Man and the Emperor.

Quote from: VLordGTZ on January 27, 2016, 08:34:27 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on January 27, 2016, 08:12:42 PM
I'm also a bit disappointed about a spoiler regarding him in Part IV, though I don't want to spoil it for anyone else.

Poor Joseph is just not given a break by Araki.
I'm not exactly sure what you're referring to, but Joseph really isn't all that involved Part IV.   He has a major role in 2 or 3 stories in DiU, but he's a background character for the most part.
Don't read this if you haven't read Part IV:

Spoiler
I'm talking about him cheating on his wife. That's not something I could see Part II or III Joseph doing.
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on January 27, 2016, 08:44:46 PM
Oh right, he did help beat Hanged Man.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on January 27, 2016, 09:05:27 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on January 27, 2016, 08:39:01 PM
Don't read this if you haven't read Part IV:
Spoiler
I'm talking about him cheating on his wife. That's not something I could see Part II or III Joseph doing.
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Oh, that.  :sweat:
Spoiler
Personally, that didn't really bother me too much.  They don't go into much detail about the affair, but it sounded like it was more of a lapse of judgment on Joseph's part and he does seem genuinely regretful about it.
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on January 27, 2016, 09:18:52 PM
Part of the problem with Jotaro in SC is that the author makes the situation conveniently work in his favor, or makes him OP in certain situations to make him seem cool. That doesn't actually make him cool or interesting. It's just convenient writing. For example, when Kakyoin almost beat D'arby The Player, it was because he kept his cool and utilized strategy. He may have lost, but he really should have won (he still looked cool in his effort, though). Araki just wanted to give Jotaro another chance to shine, but really he only won because Joseph helped him cheat. Another example is when Jotaro idenrified the captain of the ship as a Stand user and defeated him just because he guessed on a whim. That's the type of writing that backfires, IMO, because it just feels so forced to get a certain response out of the readers.

Kakyoin was always great as a supporting fighter as opposed to a one-on-one opponent, like when he assisted Polnareff in his fight with The Hanged Man, or when he helped him fight The Lovers inside Joseph's body. I found the humor that he added to the group dynamic very entertaining as well. It was because he wasn't super strong that it was interesting to see him struggle in a fight because it wasn'the obvious if he would win or lose. Comparatively, Jotaro just winning fights because of plot armor wasn't all that entertaining for me.

Though, like I said, Jotaro is much better in Part 4 as a supporting character.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on January 27, 2016, 09:50:34 PM
Kakyoin didn't almost win - D'Arby knew every move he was going to take and he lost at like halfway through the course. Jotaro distracting D'Arby and using Joseph's help was much smarter. I do wish Kakyoin could have gotten at least one win in Egypt, like how I preferred it if Jotaro lost to the first D'Arby and Joseph got to shine for once. In fact, the first D'Arby match was far worse when it came to Jotaro camera hogging seeing how Joseph is supposed to be the trickster.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on January 27, 2016, 10:10:12 PM
D'arby The Player said that Kakyoin actually caused him to sweat, and that even reading his mind wouldn't have guarenteed him the win if he couldn't react to his plan fast enough. I think that it's very telling of his skill when his opponent openly praises him for putting up a good fight.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on February 06, 2016, 02:14:39 AM
I'm still working my way through the manga. I'm somewhere in the middle of Part 5 right now, but I do have to wonder how so many people on this board seem to be all up to date with JoJo's as a whole when I know some of them to be easily scared off by other long-running stuff that aren't even nearly as long as this manga (and that's not even counting the rebooted timeline).

Anyways, I do really like the Yu Yu Hakusho-esque vibe (among many other things) of part 4, and despite being a very stand user of the week affair, much like its predecessor, I like how most opponents aren't really villains but just regular people trying to take advantage of their abilities. I also like how (and Araki himself made a great comment about it), this part doesn't attempt to try and outdo its predecessors by being "bigger" than they were. It's actually a smaller and more personally contained story, and despite Josuke being the protagonist, it really feels more like an ensemble piece than any one character getting the spotlight. The villains not being that strong, but instead being clever is also something that I like about this part. Overall it takes SC's formula and steps it up quite a bit. Though, I will say that the climax of this part wasn't nearly as strong as SC's, despite the rest of it being better.

That said, as much of an unpopular opinion as it might be, I still honestly prefer Part 2 to any other part so far. That, to me, still has the best combination of good and interesting fights, pacing, and story. In fact, it's the only part so far that had a particularly strong story element going for it in the first place. It also has the best protagonist out of the first four, IMO.

Quote from: VLordGTZ on January 27, 2016, 09:05:27 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on January 27, 2016, 08:39:01 PM
Don't read this if you haven't read Part IV:
Spoiler
I'm talking about him cheating on his wife. That's not something I could see Part II or III Joseph doing.
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Oh, that.  :sweat:
Spoiler
Personally, that didn't really bother me too much.  They don't go into much detail about the affair, but it sounded like it was more of a lapse of judgment on Joseph's part and he does seem genuinely regretful about it.
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Spoiler
I didn't notice this earlier, but while that is revealed in Part 4, technically he did it before Part 3 in regard to the series' timeline.
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on February 20, 2016, 10:40:49 PM
You know, one the one hand I actually really like the characters of Part 5, mostly because they stick closer together as a team, work together on several occasions, and generally seem to have great chemistry with each other with tons of dynamic character interactions. Also, not one single character gets too much or too little attention, and everyone is equally useful, albeit the person who is the most useful varies based upon the situation (unlike Stardust Crusaders where Jotaro and Polnareff clearly held a monopoly on the most successful fights).

On the other hand, much like Stardust Crusaders, the fights and Stand abilities are mostly entertaining, but ultimately kind of forgettable save for a few (so far). Also, it looks like the main villain will only play a significant role at the end much like Stardust Crusaders. So, while I do find that this is arc has its strengths, I feel that it'll ultimately fall short of Battle Tendency and Diamond is Unbreakable in terms of the interesting battles and memorable main villains.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on February 21, 2016, 09:08:28 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on February 06, 2016, 02:14:39 AM
I'm still working my way through the manga. I'm somewhere in the middle of Part 5 right now, but I do have to wonder how so many people on this board seem to be all up to date with JoJo's as a whole when I know some of them to be easily scared off by other long-running stuff that aren't even nearly as long as this manga (and that's not even counting the rebooted timeline).
I didn't see this earlier.  Manga-wise, I'm not sure if there is anyone who is completely caught up with the JoJo manga on this board besides me, CX, and (possibly) Pharass.  I do believe that Shadow Gentleman is pretty close, though. 

In the case of the anime, I think it has been pretty easy for people to keep up with it simply because it's only being released in 2 cour chunks with almost year break in-between each part (with the exception of parts 1 & 2).  My guess is that it doesn't feel all that intimidating when there is a reasonable amount of off time between each season of episodes.

Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on February 20, 2016, 10:40:49 PM
You know, one the one hand I actually really like the characters of Part 5, mostly because they stick closer together as a team, work together on several occasions, and generally seem to have great chemistry with each other with tons of dynamic character interactions. Also, not one single character gets too much or too little attention, and everyone is equally useful, albeit the person who is the most useful varies based upon the situation (unlike Stardust Crusaders where Jotaro and Polnareff clearly held a monopoly on the most successful fights).

On the other hand, much like Stardust Crusaders, the fights and Stand abilities are mostly entertaining, but ultimately kind of forgettable save for a few (so far). Also, it looks like the main villain will only play a significant role at the end much like Stardust Crusaders. So, while I do find that this is arc has its strengths, I feel that it'll ultimately fall short of Battle Tendency and Diamond is Unbreakable in terms of the interesting battles and memorable main villains.
While Part 5 gets a fair amount of hate by the JoJo fanbase, I thought it was pretty good upon reflection and revisiting certain parts.  While I still have problems with a certain plot point that happens halfway through, I thought it was great in terms of characters and action.  Buccellati, in particular, still remains to be one of my favorite characters in the entire series, which is saying a lot since there are some great characters in Parts 6-8.  While I wouldn't consider Vento Aureo a standout favorite of mine like I would Stone Ocean or Steel Ball Run, I still think it is very good in its own right.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on February 21, 2016, 09:41:37 PM
I'm not far enough to form a solid enough opinion of it yet, but what I've read of Part 5 is far from hate-worthy. I could understand people not caring for it, but outright disliking it seems like a stretch unless it takes a major nosedive in quality later on.

Like I said, I enjoy it for what it is, about as much as Stardust Crusaders, and I like the characters so far, but it just doesn't particularly compel me to keep reading it like Battle Tendency and Diamond is Unbreakable did. Like Stardust Crusaders, it works better in small chunks at a time.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on February 24, 2016, 03:50:17 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cb_4d82WoAAeHcR.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cb_4e06WEAApomG.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cb_4f6wWwAAtenF.jpg)
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on February 24, 2016, 07:00:52 PM
Considering how much this took from the N'Doul fight, I'm actually kinda curious to think what Oingo & Boingo & Hol Horse, both D'arby bros fights, Alessi & even Mariah would have been like in this version.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Markness on February 29, 2016, 12:31:26 AM
Quote from: Dr. Insomniac on February 24, 2016, 03:50:17 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cb_4d82WoAAeHcR.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cb_4e06WEAApomG.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cb_4f6wWwAAtenF.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cb_4g1MWEAExirK.jpg)

Where are those shots of the comics from?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on February 29, 2016, 12:47:14 PM
They're from a comic called Diesel, which back in the 90s only had one issue published. (http://imgur.com/a/jGJVg)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on February 29, 2016, 08:27:23 PM
Heh, one issue? They sacked them fast. I was kind of hoping their was more so I could read it all for the lulz.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Markness on February 29, 2016, 10:14:58 PM
I guess whoever drew it never thought JJBA would ever come to America. But how did he come about it in the first place?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on February 29, 2016, 10:41:36 PM
I'd love to see an AT4W episode on this.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on February 29, 2016, 10:58:29 PM
That was really, really bad. Even if it wasn't a rip off it would have been abysmal.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 19, 2016, 06:39:38 PM
Viz has licensed the anime! (http://www.fandompost.com/2016/03/19/viz-media-will-stream-jojos-bizarre-adventure-part-4-diamond-is-unbreakable-anime-more/)

Right now, they can only talk about streaming, but hopefully this means that we'll get a dub for Part 3 and a blu-ray release for Parts 1 and 2.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on March 21, 2016, 05:42:07 PM
New PVs assembled here. (http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2016/03/21/jojos-bizarre-adventure-takes-to-the-street-for-an-early-look-at-latest-diamond-is-unbreakable-preview)

I'm hoping Crunchyroll still gets Part 4.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on March 21, 2016, 05:49:25 PM
Seeing as how a bunch of other shows owned by Viz still stream on CR, I don't anticipate too much trouble for them being able to stream season four.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Markness on March 22, 2016, 08:05:19 AM
Quote from: VLordGTZ on March 19, 2016, 06:39:38 PM
Viz has licensed the anime! (http://www.fandompost.com/2016/03/19/viz-media-will-stream-jojos-bizarre-adventure-part-4-diamond-is-unbreakable-anime-more/)

Right now, they can only talk about streaming, but hopefully this means that we'll get a dub for Part 3 and a blu-ray release for Parts 1 and 2.

Good!  :e_hail: :h_hail: :el_hail: Makes me glad I passed on Warner's underwhelming and poor excuse of a boxset. It's really a good year to be a JoJo's fan in the West.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 22, 2016, 09:20:35 AM
Yeah, I bought WB's set, so it looks like I'll be buying that season again when Viz's release comes out.  :sweat:

Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on March 21, 2016, 05:42:07 PM
I'm hoping Crunchyroll still gets Part 4.
Crunchyroll seems to only have trouble streaming Funimation shows since Funi gets exclusive US streaming rights to most of their licensed series.  Most other shows are fair game for them to stream, so I don't think Viz having JoJo will be an issue.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Markness on March 22, 2016, 12:12:18 PM
Quote from: VLordGTZ on March 22, 2016, 09:20:35 AM
Yeah, I bought WB's set, so it looks like I'll be buying that season again when Viz's release comes out.  :sweat:

Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on March 21, 2016, 05:42:07 PM
I'm hoping Crunchyroll still gets Part 4.
Crunchyroll seems to only have trouble streaming Funimation shows since Funi gets exclusive US streaming rights to most of their licensed series.  Most other shows are fair game for them to stream, so I don't think Viz having JoJo will be an issue.

Is it really as bad as so many reviews say? The amount of bad reviews kept me from getting it. I was torn between wanting to support JoJo's but not supporting bad products. I did buy Viz's release of the manga, though. Some didn't like Viz's translation of Part 3 but I still got it since the copyright issues were understandable, Jason Thompson is a true JoJo's fanatic, and I'd rather read physical copies than online unless I have no other choice.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 22, 2016, 03:49:09 PM
While not completely terrible, the WB's release is pretty bad compared to your average modern-day anime release.  Packaging and menus aside, I think the biggest problem for people with it is that the DVD seems intended to only be viewed with the english dub (which is still really good) since it lacks a proper subtitle track (the one it has is a closed caption "dubtitle" track).  I think WB was trying to make a set that appealed more towards casual consumers, but it ended up backfiring since the set was below the standards expected of an anime release.

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 22, 2016, 04:04:17 PM
Crunchyroll will stream JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2016-03-22/crunchyroll-to-also-stream-jojo-bizarre-adventure-diamond-is-unbreakable-anime/.100087)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on March 22, 2016, 06:47:40 PM
Quote from: VLordGTZ on March 22, 2016, 04:04:17 PM
Crunchyroll will stream JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2016-03-22/crunchyroll-to-also-stream-jojo-bizarre-adventure-diamond-is-unbreakable-anime/.100087)
Good to hear. Anything Hulu exclusive is a no-go for a lot of people.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on March 23, 2016, 12:57:58 AM
Funny enough, Hulu exclusivity would have benefited me this time. :D My brother still hasn't renewed CR.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 23, 2016, 11:55:01 AM
I don't really have any problems with Hulu since I live in the US, but I only have Funimation Now and Crunchy subscriptions so I prefer when stuff comes to those services instead.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on March 25, 2016, 10:27:32 PM
You manga readers will have to tell me if this is good or not, but Part 4 will be 39 episodes. (http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2016/03/25-1/jojos-bizarre-adventure-diamond-is-unbreakable-episode-count-listed) Same length as Ushio & Tora.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 25, 2016, 10:42:17 PM
DiU is the second longest part in JoJo (the longest part being Steel Ball Run), but I'm not too concerned about this.  I think David Pro decided to adapt Stardust Crusaders at a more slower pace since it's the most popular part among general audiences.  If they return to the pacing that they had with Battle Tendency, they should be able to adapt it fine in only three cours.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on March 25, 2016, 10:46:29 PM
I was hoping that was the case since I much preferred the pacing in the first 2 parts to SC. Though I suppose it might also set the standard for future adaptions of the series meaning no other part might go beyond two or three cours.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on March 25, 2016, 11:09:13 PM
DiU is 174 chapters in total, which is almost exactly as long as Yu Yu Hakusho (175 chapters) and Bakuman (176 chapters). Granted, it has less dialogue and more action than either of those series, but it's still pretty damn long. That said, it's still a villain of the week series like SC, so a lot of filler can be cut out, but it's a tad disappointing that some of my favorite fights might potentially not get adapted.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 26, 2016, 12:52:31 AM
The Part 2 anime didn't cut out anything of real significance, so I don't think that they'll be cutting out entire fights from Part 4. 
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on March 26, 2016, 03:40:29 AM
I just assumed Stardust Crusaders was the longest part of JoJo. I also had no clue DiU would be Villain Of The Week..but then again, I know almost nothing about Part 4.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 26, 2016, 12:13:11 PM
Parts 3, 4, and 5 all have a Villain Of The Week type structure.  The series shifts to a more story and character driven narrative in Part 6 (and even more so in Parts 7 and 8). 

Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on March 25, 2016, 10:46:29 PM
I was hoping that was the case since I much preferred the pacing in the first 2 parts to SC. Though I suppose it might also set the standard for future adaptions of the series meaning no other part might go beyond two or three cours.
Three cours should be fine for Parts 5 and 6 since they are roughly the same length as Part 3.  Part 7 is 24 volumes long though, so David Pro will need to make it at least fours cours when (and if) they get around to adapting it.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on April 01, 2016, 12:47:55 PM
Very solid premiere for JoJo Part 4!  I love the music and overall aesthetic that David Pro is using for this season.  I'm looking forward to seeing the new OP and ED next week.   ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 01, 2016, 01:18:16 PM
It was a great premiere. The voice acting is spot-on and really helps bring the characters to life like how I imagined them sounding and moving in the manga. The OST also really fits the tone and aesthetic of this season. And most importantly, Josuke is a huge step-up from Jotaro as the new lead, since he's infinitely more likable, and as you can see, Jotaro is much more tolerable this season as a supporting character. I'm also pleased with Koichi Hirose's portrayal, as he's my personal favorite DiU character, followed closely behind by Okuyasu Nijimura and Yoshikage Kira.

I really can't wait to see how Echoes is showcased in the anime. Between parts 1-5 so far, Echoes Level 2 is my favorite Stand/Ability, but it was something that had a very meta nature to it that worked specifically well in manga form, so I'm curious to see how the anime portrays it.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 01, 2016, 01:33:25 PM
I'm already really liking Josuke. His stand power is really cool, too.

Very different feel from the other parts, but that's what I enjoy about this series. Every part is different from the one before it. The art style, music, and direction, are all top notch, too.

Definitely looking forward to seeing where this goes!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 01, 2016, 01:56:14 PM
Despite being another villain of the week arc, I feel that Diamond is Unbreakable manages to be more entertaining than Stardust Crusaders because the situations that the characters find themselves in are typically more interesting. What I mean is that while SC clearly didn't take itself too seriously and allowed itself to have fun, it still pretty much almost always put the heroes in a typical life-or-death situation, which could get a bit boring at times since you always knew what the ultimate outcome would be until the final two battles of the series with Vanilla Ice and DIO. While DiU has its share of encounters like that as well, it also has a lot of fun moments where the characters are just being themselves, and aren't necessarily in any deep peril that they need to get out of, and thus their interactions are genuinely more focused on being entertaining and comedic. Mini story-arcs like "Let's Go Out For Italian," "I Am an Alien," and "The Man on the Tower" are among my favorites in DiU, alongside some of the more serious ones like "Sheer Heart Attacks" and "Highway Star."

Also, any situation involving Kishibe Rohan is pure gold. While the characters himself isn't that likable, what makes him really fun is how he interacts with the rest of the cast in the series, especially in regard to his animosity towards/rivalry with Josuke.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 01, 2016, 02:57:55 PM
I can easily see where Persona 4 got a lot of its beats from this part. The atmosphere of the town and the more laid back slice of life feel contrast nicely against the Gothic horror of part 1, the adventure comedy of part 2, and the world spanning trek of part 3.

Though I hope the fact that this part wasn't that popular when it originally ran affects the anime that much. I would like to at least get to Stone Ocean.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on April 01, 2016, 03:56:15 PM
Part 4 has grown a considerable following over the past few years, so I don't think it will face many problems in terms of popularity.  At this point, I think it's pretty safe to assume that David Pro will adapt up to the end Part 6 at the very least since that's the conclusion of the original timeline.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on April 01, 2016, 04:05:12 PM
I want to believe in seeing Gyro Zeppeli in animated form.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on April 01, 2016, 04:10:14 PM
Don't we all.  ;)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on April 01, 2016, 05:57:52 PM
Quote from: Dr. Insomniac on April 01, 2016, 04:05:12 PM
I want to believe in seeing Funny Valentine in animated form.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 01, 2016, 06:27:21 PM
So, who wants to place bets on which Queen song they licensed for this season's ED credits?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 01, 2016, 06:59:54 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 01, 2016, 06:27:21 PM
So, who wants to place bets on which Queen song they licensed for this season's ED credits?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4Z6gaa3xqY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4Z6gaa3xqY)

The only choice.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on April 01, 2016, 10:47:27 PM
Calling it now. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g240wict62A)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on April 01, 2016, 10:50:55 PM
The Part 4 opening has been leaked! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9JXG2FqEzs)

Spoiler
:il_hahaha:
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 01, 2016, 10:53:14 PM
Quote from: LumRanmaYasha on April 01, 2016, 10:50:55 PM
The Part 4 opening has been leaked! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9JXG2FqEzs)

Spoiler
:il_hahaha:
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Amazing.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on April 01, 2016, 10:56:33 PM
Oh Shit! Now the first (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLKtm45ux4M&ab_channel=TheJoJoFanatic) and second EDs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpvA3GQuvYU&ab_channel=SantiagoTollerAch%C3%A1val) have been leaked too!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on April 07, 2016, 09:05:46 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXDcnsnAZf0
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 08, 2016, 11:55:50 AM
Savage Garden!?  ??? Uh, okay. That's a very random choice.

So far this is reminding me of Stardust Crusaders, only the pace is a lot breezier. Certainly looking forward to where this goes.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Lord Dalek on April 08, 2016, 01:05:39 PM
This is officially the first season of JoJo where the OP >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> the ED and then some.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 08, 2016, 01:11:32 PM
Quote from: Lord Dalek on April 08, 2016, 01:05:39 PM
This is officially the first season of JoJo where the OP >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> the ED and then some.

Really? Personally, I always liked OP4 better than its corresponding ED (not to say that I didn't like the ED from that season).
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on April 08, 2016, 01:16:56 PM
I love Roundabout, but I kind of prefer the Battle Tendency OP to be honest...
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 08, 2016, 01:20:26 PM
Quote from: Foggle on April 08, 2016, 01:16:56 PMI love Roundabout, but I kind of prefer the Battle Tendency OP to be honest...

BLASPHEMY! Jon Anderson and Steve Howe shall haunt you in your sleep for that....
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on April 08, 2016, 01:33:05 PM
 :il_hahaha:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on April 08, 2016, 04:19:19 PM
Just heard the ED. I honestly love it... :??:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 08, 2016, 04:27:50 PM
Quote from: Foggle on April 08, 2016, 04:19:19 PM
Just heard the ED. I honestly love it... :??:

Same. Don't get all of the bitching.

I do like the OP better, though.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on April 08, 2016, 04:31:47 PM
They're all mad it's not All Star.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on April 08, 2016, 04:37:30 PM
The new opening is great, but I'm a little disappointing that it wasn't CG like the other ones.  The ending theme was not what I was expecting, but I still thought that it was very good.  I still want them to use a Queen song for the second half of the anime, though.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 08, 2016, 05:07:24 PM
Not a fan of Savage Garden, but it could have been much worse. Still, of all the songs to choose it's an insanely random one.

But it is weird the OP isn't CG. Wonder why they went that way?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Lord Dalek on April 08, 2016, 05:35:42 PM
Maybe David had a falling out with Kamikaze Douga.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on April 08, 2016, 05:39:37 PM
I liked both OPs of Stardust Crusaders more than it's EDs, myself. But I think all of JoJo's OPs and EDs have been great so far, and DiU is no exception.

Though the lack of Rohan makes me suspect they'll change the OP/ED after a cour or so.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 08, 2016, 06:05:43 PM
You know, I didn't even take notice to the fact that there was no CG in this opening until VLord mentioned it just now.

To be honest, it doesn't really bother me. Actually, I remember not liking the use of CG in the openings at first, but then it grew on me over time. Even so, I still prefer the charm of the hand-drawn style of animation, so I quite liked that this OP utilized that over the CG of the previous ones, myself, even though I do really like those OPs as well (and in fact, OP 4 from SC is my personal favorite).

Anyways, I can't wait for Mother's Basement to do a "What's in an OP?" episode on this.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 10, 2016, 05:05:30 PM
To be clear, I like all JoJo OPs and EDs, but I decided to rank them from my least favorite to the best ones so far, so while all are good, not all are equal. Additionally, I'm not ranking these JUST based on the songs, but rather how well the songs and visuals work together to portray that era of the story which the corresponding episodes of the anime are adapting.

5. JoJo ~Sono Chi no Sadame~ - Good song and strong visuals, but the reason that I rank it last is because while it does a great job of summing up the rivalry between Jonothan and Dio, as well as establishing the eventual legacy of the Joestar line and how epic the story of their family will be, it doesn't really capture the Period Piece and Gothic Horror tone of Phantom Blood. It's an OP that's more about its iconic status rather than the story arc itself, IMO. That's by no means a bad thing, but something had to give in a list like this.

4. BLOODY STREAM - From what I understand, this is most people's favorite JoJo OP. And, for good reason, it's an excellent song and has very evocative and intriguing visuals. However, this is where personal preference really comes into play for me. While I really love the song used in this OP, and while the visuals do a very good job of summing up the tone of this arc, I also must admit that I'm personally not a fan of the over-use of abstract imagery in OPs like this, and while it IS done well here, I still prefer the more straightforward animation of the other OPs. It may be weak reasoning, but it's my list and my opinion, so if that's not good enough for you then go eat a dick. :bleh:

3. STAND PROUD - Excellent song (my personal favorite of all of them so far) and really bad-ass visuals. Honestly, I can't say much else other than the fact that my only strike against it is that I happen to like two other JoJo OPs a little bit better.

2. Crazy Noisy Bizarre Town- Now, I've listened to this song numerous times since the last episode came out, so I'm sure of my opinion. This song is clearly an homage/throwback to 90's anime, and is very much in tone with the arc. It evokes a simple sense of light-hearted fun, and really sums up the tone of this arc better than arguably any other OP in the series, so far. Also, I love the use of coloring and imagery in the visuals. Personally, the lack of CG doesn't bother me at all. On the contrary, it actually took me quite some time to get used to the CG of the previous openings, whereas I've always liked the traditional style of animation in my anime, so this was not a negative by any means in my book.

1. JoJo Sono Chi no Kioku ~end of THE WORLD~ - And this is where I differ from a lot of people. From what I gather, this is most people's least favorite OP for JoJo's so far, but I've always loved it. First, I want to direct people to the Mother's Basement "What's in an OP?" episodes on JoJo's to see some good explanations for why this OP is excellent, but to be clear I had always loved it even before having seen those videos. What I love is that this OP actually has the best use of visuals in the entire series so far. It actually tells a narrative story if you are really paying attention. It's less about crazy wild imagery and more about really highlighting what JoJo's (and this arc itself) is really about when you boil it down to its bare essentials. Despite the music sounding a bit darker than the other OPs, it's still not completely devoid of any fun, as you can see from the non-vocal portions with guitar-heavy track. I also thought that it was really cool to have all of the bands from the previous three OPs come together for this one, which is appropriate since it finally puts an end to the century-long rivalry between the Joestar's and Dio. All in all, it's the most powerful OP in the series thus far, IMO.

And as for the EDs:

5. Last Train Home - Fine
4. Walk Like an Egyptian - Fun
3. I Want You - Good
2. Oingo/Hol Horse and Boingo - Funny
1. Roundabout - The Best
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on April 10, 2016, 05:15:37 PM
5. Sono Chi no Sadame - Cool, and it reminds me of the Zorro opening for some reason.
4. Stand Proud - Great song, and I like the visuals illustrating Jotaro as the last of the old Jojos but the first of the new in a way.
3. Crazy Noisy Bizarre Town - One of the funnier OPs because of the characters dancing for most of it, and for that Koichi pose I've seen a hundred times on other forums.
2. End of THE WORLD - I really like the ragnarok tone it alludes to in regards to the Dio fight.
1. Bloody Stream - Just for that part where the Pillar Men pose while Joseph and Caesar prepare for combat.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on April 10, 2016, 06:19:56 PM
All of JoJo's OPs & EDs so far have been great so you can't go wrong no matter how you order your list. That said, if I were to make an order:

OPs:

5. Crazy Noisy Bizarre Town - I've already rewatched this opening over two dozen times by now, and I just can't stop. The colors are stylish, and the song is funky as all hell. I love the beginning where the main four put the spotlights on themselves, the montage of all the Stand Users in Part IV in silhouettes whooshing by backgrounds of various key locations in the part, the sequence introducing the main three and hinting at their loved ones through their shadows, the poses everyone makes with their stands, and of course, the montage with all the protagonists/allies doing silly dances. There's a whole lot to love here. That said, I don't think it's as visually interesting as the other OPs, which is why I'm putting it last.

4. Stand Proud - I love how this one depicts the gang's adventures and the montage with them walking through the various locations they visit. In terms of capturing the feel of Stardust Crusaders, this one is the most emblematic.

3. JoJo Sono Chi no Kioku ~end of THE WORLD~ - I too watch Mother's Basement's videos and have of course seen his JoJo's ones, and he makes great points about why this is the most visually interesting as a credits sequence. The fact they got all three previous singers to sing it was a great touch, since the season effectively closez the "Stone Mask" era of JoJo's. And I've always loved the way the beginning showing the rivalry the Joestars have had with Dio over generation, and how the OP hints at the fates that befall the group during their battle with Dio. What ultimately puts this above Stand Proud for me, though, is the variant where Dio uses The World and walks by Jotaro with the smugest expression on his face and then the following "ORA ORA ORA" vs. "MUDA MUDA MUDA". I remember my jaw dropping in excitement when I first saw that - it's just too awesome.

2. JoJo ~Sono Chi no Sadame~ - I love the way it illustrates all the key events in Part 1 and the rivalry between Johnathan and Dio. Personally, the fact that it also pays tribute to the legacy of the series as a whole is also something that I really love, especially since it was the first opening for an anime adaption of a manga that had so much history and legacy behind it. It was the perfect first opening to kick off a JoJo's anime adaption and the more JoJo's I read the more I appreciated it.

1. Bloody Stream - Yup, still pretty easily my favorite. The song is my favorite of all of them so far and the kind of hip, jazzy beat that never fails to stir my imagination and get me pumped. I love the psychedelic visuals, the colors, the roughly drawn scene of the pillar men unleashing their attacks, Joseph and Caeser staring down the Pillar Men during a full moon night, and of course the ending where Joseph puts on Caeser's bandana and screams into the night, while a shooting star flies by in the starry sky. Just everything I like about an OP here in one irresistible package.

EDs:

5. I Want You - I like the trippy visuals in this one and the way the song and imagery compliment each other stirs the imagination and fits the part in an interesting way. A Savage Garden song wouldn't have been my first choice for a DiU ED, but it still works really well.

4. Walk Like an Egyptian - This was the most appropriate song they could've chosen for the Part III ED and I was so happy they did.

3. Oingo/Hol Horse and Boingo - Novelty EDs, but hilarious all the same. These were fun ways to close out the silliness of the Boingo episodes, and I'm very glad they made them.

2. Last Train Home - I love how melancholy and reflective this song is. It's perfectly fitting for the last quarter of SC and I love how it depicts the gang hanging out in various visually stunning locations during their travels as day turns to night then day again, of course ending with the iconic group picture being revealed as Jotaro walks away from the desert of Egypt and leaves these adventures and memories behind.

1. Roundabout - Naturally. My favorite versions are the ones used for part 2, particularly because I love the image of Johnathan passing the torch to Joseph, among the other cool poses and images.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on April 10, 2016, 09:55:23 PM
OPs:
5. Stand Proud
4. Crazy Noisy Bizarre Town
3. JoJo Sono Chi no Kioku ~end of THE WORLD~
2. JoJo ~Sono Chi no Sadame~
1. Bloody Stream - It's also my favorite anime opening in general.

EDs:
5. I Want You
4. Walk Like an Egyptian
3. Oingo/Hol Horse and Boingo
2. Last Train Home
1. Roundabout
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 11, 2016, 10:45:06 AM
https://youtu.be/VQYZwSOD17A
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on April 11, 2016, 12:01:12 PM
OPs
4. Stand Proud - Pretty good but not as strong as the rest (much like the first half of SC).
3. Crazy Noisy Bizarre Town - dat Koichi
2. End of the World - Took a while to grow on me, but I've grown to really love it. The best visuals and use of sound effects so far.
1. SONO CHI NO SADAME/Bloody Stream tie - Don't make me choose.

EDs
5. Oingo/Boingo/Hol Horse - Laughed a lot when I first saw it.
4. I Want You - Surprising but really fitting.
3. Last Train Home - Araki's excellent taste shines through as usual.
2. Walk Like An Egyptian - I do love me some 80s music.
1. <===TO BE CONTINUED===
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 11, 2016, 12:26:00 PM
^That.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on April 16, 2016, 12:24:39 AM
Bloody Stream's obviously the best. I need to rewatch to rank the others but the final version of Stardust Crusaders final OP is my 2nd favorite.

As for episode 3, a lot was revealed. I didn't expect them to hear so much from Anjuro. I heard about the bow and arrow but nothing beyond it giving people Stand powers and something about Part 4 being confirmed. Mostly in the youtube comments for a SD video that showed it on Enyaba's wall. I of course loved that they incorporated her into this arc's mystery.

I'm glad to finally see Okuyasu. Heard about him from some big fan of his online. I love how he has a space manipulated power kind of like what I assumed Dio had before the reveal. This episode was very colorful and used a good amount of distortion and rewind like effects and sounds. Makes sense.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on April 18, 2016, 12:06:14 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CgRfY5XVIAAHRMC.jpg)

I hope some kind soul will animate an episode of Part 4 in Araki's current art style.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 22, 2016, 12:08:59 PM
I'm sure manga readers can tell me if "Part 3" next week bodes well for the anime's overall pacing, but I'm enjoying this part so far. Also interested to see what Koichi's stand is.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on April 22, 2016, 12:14:11 PM
That would mean that so far, 5 episodes of the show translates to 18 chapters of the manga. So with 174 chapters, it's going slower than I expected.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 22, 2016, 12:20:37 PM
The pacing in and of itself is fine (it's the same as it has always been for JoJo's), but I'm not exactly sure how this anime can cover all of JoJo's Part 4 in just 39 episodes at this pace without cutting some entire segments out.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on April 22, 2016, 01:03:54 PM
I still don't think that they're going to cut out entire stories from Part 4.  That being said, David Pro has a bit of leeway early on, but they'll need to maintain a 4-5 chapter pacing in the coming episodes.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on April 23, 2016, 12:31:36 AM
Considering the fact Antonio is in the opening and "Let's Go Out For Italian" would be the easiest thing to cut out of Part IV if they had to gut anything, I'm pretty sure they won't be skipping anything. They have to be stricter with the pacing from here on out, but it's perfectly doable. I expect the pacing will turn out somewhere along these lines:

Spoiler


6. Koichi Hirose's Echoes (ch. 284-288)
7. Toshikazu Hazamada's Surface (ch. 289-293)
8. Yukako Yamagishi Falls In Love! Part 1 (ch. 294-297)
9. Yukako Yamagishi Falls In Love! Part 2 (ch. 298-302)
10. Let's Go Out For Italian (ch. 303-306)
11. Red Hot Chili Pepper Part 1 (ch. 307-310)
12. Red Hot Chili Pepper Part 2 (ch. 311-314)
13. Picked Up Something Bad! (ch. 315-317)
14. Let's Go Play at the Mangaka's House Part 1 (ch. 318-320)
15. Let's Go Play at the Mangaka's House Part 2 (ch. 321-324)
16. Let's Go Hunting! (ch. 325-329)
17. Rohan Kishibe's Adventure (ch. 330-334)
18. Shigechi's Harvest Part 1 (ch. 335-337)
19. Shigechi's Harvest Part 2 (ch. 338-341)
20. Yoshikage Kira Wants a Quiet Life (ch. 342-347)
21. Yukako Yamagishi's Vision of Cinderella (ch. 348-353)
22. Sheer Heart Attack Part 1 (ch. 354-359)
23. Sheer Heart Attack Part 2 (ch. 358-364)
24. Atom Heart Father (ch. 365-369)
25. Janken Boy Is Coming! Part 1 (ch. 370-373)
26. Janken Boy Is Coming! Part 2 (ch. 374-377)
27. I Am an Alien! (ch. 378-383)
28. Highway Star Part 1 (ch. 384-387)
29. Highway Star Part 2 (ch. 388-391)
30. The Cat Likes Yoshikage Kira (ch. 392-397)
31. The Man on the Tower (ch. 398-403)
32. Enigma Boy (ch. 404-409)
33. My Dad Is Not My Dad (ch. 410-413)
34. Cheap Trick (ch. 414-417)
35. Another One Bites the Dust Part 1 (ch. 418-422)
36. Another One Bites the Dust Part 2 (ch. 423-427)
37. The Invincible Crazy Diamond Part 1 (ch. 428-431)
38. The Invincible Crazy Diamond Part 2 (ch. 432-435)
39. Goodbye, Morioh Town - The Golden Heart (ch. 436-439)


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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on April 29, 2016, 07:29:45 PM
Whoa didn't expect this episode to go in that direction.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on April 29, 2016, 08:10:18 PM
I wasn't expecting it to start this strong out of the box, honestly. I can see why it is considered the best part by so many.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on April 29, 2016, 09:44:23 PM
You made me realize how hooked I am. It has start off strong fast.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on April 30, 2016, 12:03:46 AM
And we haven't even been introduced to the main villain, yet!

It also helps that all of the main cast are extremely likable right from the start. One of my biggest problems with SC was that the only likable characters in the beginning were Joseph and Avdol, and Joseph was incredibly nerfed at that. It took some time for Kakyoin and Polnareff to grow on me, and even longer for me to really respect Jotaro as a character. And then there's Iggy, who even most hardcore JoJo's fans dislike. I'm not sure if Araki intentionally wrote them all to be ass-holes or if it was by accident, but for around the first half of SC, I had a rather difficult time relating to most characters.

With DiU, I find the characters very enjoyable from the get-go, and I felt more attached to the main three characters of this part of JoJo's more than any of the previous ones.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on May 06, 2016, 05:28:35 PM
Koichi Hirose is one of my personal favorite JoJo's characters. As much as I love the delinquent archetype, I also love the timid characters who are actually incredibly tough when you push them into a corner. That, and his Stand is just plain cool. I won't spoil it for you, but let's just say that this episode only showcased what his Stand could do with the kid gloves on.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on May 09, 2016, 10:48:52 AM
Guess I should have mentioned that Koichi stepping up was a completely unexpected and entirely welcome moment. If this is only the tip of the iceberg with his stand, I can't imagine what else it could do.

Really interesting to see Super Saiyan 2 Gohan with a Cell stand, too.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on May 09, 2016, 11:33:33 AM
I've always thought of his Stand as being similar to a Digimon, but now that I think about it, the Cell analogy works pretty good as well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on May 13, 2016, 03:41:39 PM
Another thing that this does better than Stardust Crusaders is how it handles the comradery between characters. I got a much better sense of teamwork between Josuke and Koichi in this episode than in any fight from SC except for the battles with Vanilla Ice and DIO.

Also, nice touch showing a brief little scene establishing Yukako's crush on Koichi before the next episode.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on May 20, 2016, 12:43:34 PM
I have a feeling that Araki took some inspiration from Misery in addition to crazy stalker girl urban legends for this part. I love that it's someone as unpopular as Koichi who gets stuck in the middle of it. :D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on May 20, 2016, 10:43:19 PM
This part is definitely aiming at becoming my favorite one.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on May 20, 2016, 11:36:33 PM
That Prince pop quiz question was timed well!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on May 27, 2016, 12:54:53 PM
Okay, they aren't keeping this remix opening, are they? Because the original was way better.

In related news, I'm really enjoying this part.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on May 27, 2016, 12:59:41 PM
I wonder if they will just keep changing it up every several episodes or so. It's quite odd, as I don't really see any sort of story-related reason for the remix to happen.

I love how Koichi's Stand basically functions like a Digimon. I mean, think about it: it hatches from an egg, has multiple tiers/levels/forms, and gets more powerful abilities each time, but can still revert back to its base form at the end. Being able to make sound effects come to life and affect the environment is by far one of the coolest and most creative abilities that I've ever seen in all of fiction.

And next episode is the Italian Food one. That's a personal favorite of mine, so I can't wait to see how the anime handles it.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on May 27, 2016, 01:11:44 PM
Am I the only one who thought of Polnareff when Koichi cut his hair?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on May 27, 2016, 08:02:34 PM
Oh my..Koichi got even more character development? Jeez, between this, the Brothers episodes and Tamani, this has to easily be the most and quickest any Jojo character has developed so far. I'm impressed. I also expected Koichi to be able to knock back people with his Reverb after what ek said but now
Spoiler
V2 is basically a reality alterer.
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Jeez, pretty strong team since Jojo + Okuyasu can change time and space
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on May 27, 2016, 08:03:50 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on May 27, 2016, 01:11:44 PM
Am I the only one who thought of Polnareff when Koichi cut his hair?
Heh, I was like, he changed into Polnareff!!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on June 03, 2016, 11:45:05 AM
Only JoJo's Bizarre Adventure could make an entire episode about eating Italian food so entertainingly bat-shit insane. I love it! :joy:

This episode also gets bonus points for the Ashita no Joe reference. ;)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on June 03, 2016, 12:17:29 PM
This might be totally off, but is it just me or do most of the Stands in this part feel more like Hamon than the Stands of Part 3? They remind me more of Caesar's bubble ability than, say, Polnareff's Silver Chariot.

On the other hand, this episode was hilarious. It was funny seeing Josuke completely in the wrong for once. Here's hoping Tonio shows up again.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 03, 2016, 12:43:45 PM
A lot of the Stands in Part 3 (at least the early half) were Araki experimenting with the idea of Stands. So you'd get more straightforward stuff like "punch really fast" or "fire". As time goes on the Stands get more and more creative and well, bizarre. Which is why they're starting to feel more like the creative fights of Part 2.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on June 03, 2016, 03:14:35 PM
Second OP on the way. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2016-06-03/rock-band-batta-performs-2nd-jojo-bizarre-adventure-diamond-is-unbreakable-opening/.102830)

I guess there will be a new OP each cour. They'll probably do the same with the ED.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on June 10, 2016, 10:52:33 AM
39 episodes has been officially confirmed. (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2016-06-10/jojo-bizarre-adventure-diamond-is-unbreakable-tv-anime-to-air-39-episodes/.103068)

Not that there was any doubt.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 10, 2016, 05:55:53 PM
"Oh yeah, maybe we should worry about Okayusa" :D :D :D

Just found out that Josuke's Stand is actually called Crazy Diamond so I ignored CR's stupid censor for once and used my ears. And I didn't know Chili Pepper..was called Chili Pepper.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on June 10, 2016, 06:35:41 PM
It was another great one. I'm guessing the first cour will end with them finally defeating Chili Pepper. That's just a guess, though.

Quote from: gunswordfist on June 10, 2016, 05:55:53 PMJust found out that Josuke's Stand is actually called Crazy Diamond so I ignored CR's stupid censor for once and used my ears. And I didn't know Chili Pepper..was called Chili Pepper.
You'd figure that would have been a better name for Tonio's stand.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on June 10, 2016, 06:44:33 PM
It's actually Red Hot Chili Pepper, to be accurate.

And CR's subs have been changing the names of JoJo's Stands and characters since the beginning due to avoiding copyright issues.

Anyways, it's great to see how effective of a fighter Okuyasu is when he's serious, even though he did blow it at the end for (understandably) letting his emotions get the better of him.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on June 17, 2016, 12:04:24 PM
On a writing standpoint, I feel like this is clearly Araki's best part (so far) that's been adapted. The characters all have distinct strengths and weaknesses (Part 2 was the only other part that nailed that) and engaging personalities and good backstories. Even the villains.

You could criticize the episodic serial aspect of the story, but I feel it works well with the setting and characters to be this way. People say Part 3 was better because the were progressing towards a goal at the end, but it didn't change the fact that every episode was still essentially the same thing, even if done well. Part 4 might be an episodic serial affair with a different enemy as well, but the difference is that there is mystery and wonder in the setting that draws you in. It's a different kind of adventure than Part 1 and 2's traveling adventure, and Part 3's steady episodes to the end of the line. That's why I think it works so well.

So yeah, while I liked the first 3 parts (Part 2 was easily the best, though), I think Part 4 is pretty great. It is easily my favorite part so far.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 17, 2016, 12:50:42 PM
Whoa, didn't think Red Hot Chili Pepper's user would look that cool at all. Glad Okayusa got some revenge.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on June 18, 2016, 02:29:09 PM
Man, the Red Hot Chili Pepper story was even more enjoyable than it was in the manga.  We're now getting even closer to my favorite main villain in the JoJo's series being introduced and I can't wait.   ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on June 18, 2016, 11:52:45 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on June 17, 2016, 12:04:24 PM
On a writing standpoint, I feel like this is clearly Araki's best part (so far) that's been adapted. The characters all have distinct strengths and weaknesses (Part 2 was the only other part that nailed that) and engaging personalities and good backstories. Even the villains.

You could criticize the episodic serial aspect of the story, but I feel it works well with the setting and characters to be this way. People say Part 3 was better because the were progressing towards a goal at the end, but it didn't change the fact that every episode was still essentially the same thing, even if done well. Part 4 might be an episodic serial affair with a different enemy as well, but the difference is that there is mystery and wonder in the setting that draws you in. It's a different kind of adventure than Part 1 and 2's traveling adventure, and Part 3's steady episodes to the end of the line. That's why I think it works so well.

So yeah, while I liked the first 3 parts (Part 2 was easily the best, though), I think Part 4 is pretty great. It is easily my favorite part so far.

Part 3's biggest weakness is that it's ostensibly a world-trekking adventure story with a clear goal at the end, yet the journey, while a lot of fun, has many superfluous detours, which is more distracting and understandably frustrating when the story has a clear high-stakes and time-sensitive goal driving the motivations of it's characters. It certainly didn't help that Part 3 anime was drawn out more than it really needed too, with a lot of fights being two-parters when they could've easily worked as one. I think Part 3 would've been more palpable to those who preferred Part 2 if it had been around three cours instead of four.

I'm in the camp that prefers Part 3 to Part 2, but Part 4 definitely gives it's Stand-of-the-Week format work much more variety through more inventive Stand powers and scenarios, and a more distinct flavor thanks to the sense of community created by the lived-in environment of Morioh-cho. The cast of Part 4 is probably the best in the entire series: each character gets their time in their limelight in almost equal shares, and even minor characters like Yukako get meaningful development in their own way. But where Part 4 really succeeds over Part 3 is it's antagonists. While there are quite a few really memorable foes in Part 3, such as Hol Horse, Enyaba, Oingo & Boingo, the D'arby Brothers, and Vanilla Ice, the rest are mostly the same breed of jerk or a fanatical devotee of Dio with not a whole of characterization outside of that. In contrast, the antagonists in Part 4 aren't megalomaniacs or obsessively fanatical followers, but people who want to live their lives comfortably by using their Stand Powers to their benefit, the conflicts arising when they start using their powers to harm or at the expense of others. That their powers all so distinct and creative, and their reasons for doing and behaving how they do are so well-defined, distinguishes them as unique individual characters and makes them feel a bit more sympathetic and human compared to the antagonists in Part 3. Plus, the fact that most of the villains are believable domestic threats, be them simple neighborhood bullies or serial murderers, is quite refreshing and rarely done in a shonen battle manga, and especially for JoJo's after spending the last three parts fighting vampires, zombies, and pillar men. Not to spoil anything, but even the main villain of Part 4 has no ambitions other than simply living a normal life, yet most fans consider him their favorite antagonist in the series, simply because of how well-characterized, charismatic, and strong a personality he is (though for me, he's third best, after the antagonists of Part 6 and Part 7).

JoJo's keeps getting better and better as it goes along, and Part 4 in particular takes the foundation Part 3 laid out for the rest of the series and evolves it a step further. Now that we're done with the Red Hot Chilli Pepper stuff, we're fast approaching the debut of our last main protagonist and the overall antagonist of this part, both of whom are my favorite characters from DiU. This part is only just getting started: the best is soon to come.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on June 24, 2016, 01:24:56 PM
This was a cute little episode with a good dose of comedic shenanigans, and I like how it develops the relationship between Josuke and his father Joseph. Even if he is an overall minor character and doesn't get to fight anymore due to his age, I find that DIU treats Joseph with much more respect as a character than SC did at times.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 24, 2016, 02:17:42 PM
Ok, now I get why this was a baby episode. Very clever. Also, Happy belated birthday, Mr. Joestar. I am glad they showed some of Joseph's old cleverness.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on June 24, 2016, 03:08:29 PM
It was nice to see Joseph take center stage again and with a bit more of his old self. His dynamic with Josuke was also great.

We're one third of the way through the series and it only seems to get better and better.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on June 25, 2016, 02:21:45 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/xMNeca6.gif)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on July 01, 2016, 01:03:54 PM
So that's Rohan. I have to admit, I get the hype.

"I just discovered the best material a manga artist could hope for, Koichi Hirose!"

:lol:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on July 01, 2016, 03:49:22 PM
You see, even he gets that Koichi Hirose is the best character in DIU. :sly:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on July 01, 2016, 09:47:55 PM
Viz will be releasing Part 1 on blu-ray! (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2016-07-01/viz-media-to-release-jojo-bizarre-adventure-part-1-on-blu-ray-disc/.103877)

Viz also showed a dubbed clip of Stardust Crusaders that wasn't in the original test dub, so I think they're already on track for releasing that as well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on July 08, 2016, 03:32:14 PM
The new opening is so hype. I'm really excited for what's coming up in the next couple of weeks!  ;D

Disappointed they didn't change the ending song, though, but the updated visuals are still cool.

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on July 08, 2016, 05:01:16 PM
I like the new opening, but the song is probably my least favorite one so far.

The explanation of why Josuke hates when people insult his hair was really well done. It was nice to see Rohan get what was coming to him, too.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on July 08, 2016, 05:06:54 PM
I thought he might have had a deep reason for that but whoa.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on July 08, 2016, 05:13:43 PM
Man, the new opening is amazing!  :swoon:

I'm really pumped to see my favorite parts of DiU animated in the latter half of this cour.  :)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on July 08, 2016, 05:29:32 PM
The song is good, but a bit weaker than the first OP for this season, however the visuals totally make up for it.

Anyways, another great episode, but I really can't wait to see Josuke and Rohan's rivalry unfold later on in the series. Despite being on the same side, these guys simply hate each others' guts, and it leads to some of the most hilarious moments in DiU.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on July 08, 2016, 08:18:11 PM
The opening feels a bit moody, but I like it.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on July 15, 2016, 03:00:04 PM
So Jotaro has been beaten by a rat and arguably a baby so far? haha
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on July 15, 2016, 05:01:44 PM
Jotaro is much better in this part than in 3. He's still competent and silent, but he is much more fleshed out here. He still screws up, and I like him more when he isn't just an auto-win for every fight and actually expresses himself more.

I do think Josuke is my favorite protagonist in the series, though.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on July 22, 2016, 12:55:53 PM
That was a really cool episode. Now I'm eager to see who this murderer is.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on July 22, 2016, 07:10:35 PM
So that's what Kira looks like?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on July 22, 2016, 10:37:23 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on July 22, 2016, 12:55:53 PMThat was a really cool episode. Now I'm eager to see who this murderer is.

Probably one of the best WSJ villains ever....:humhumhum:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on August 12, 2016, 01:24:44 PM
I almost died laughing when Josuke nearly fell out the window.

We're halfway through the series now, and it looks like things are about to get real soon.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on August 19, 2016, 03:38:58 PM
Now that was a cliffhanger. Man, Kira is something else.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on August 19, 2016, 10:32:33 PM
We have finally been formally introduced to my favorite JoJo villain and entered my favorite part of DiU.  I'm kinda glad that David Productions decided to switch around this story and "Dreams of Cinderella" because now we can go straight into "Sheer Heart Attack", and I'm pumped to see that animated!  ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on August 19, 2016, 10:54:01 PM
I thought it was a missed opportunity that they didn't end the episode with....

Spoiler
Kira blowing Shigechi up, with it hard-cutting to black right after he explodes screaming "Help, Josuke!" Now that would have been a killer cliffhanger.
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That throws my predictions for the pacing a bit off too. But still, it's really satisfying to finally see Kira in action! Really looking forward to seeing  "Sheer Heart Attack" play out in the next couple weeks.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on August 20, 2016, 07:00:25 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CqJaj01XYAATDWJ.jpg:large)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on August 26, 2016, 11:58:15 AM
Yikes! That was intense. They just have to stop this guy now.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on August 26, 2016, 03:18:08 PM
Love how they handled Shigechi's death and the effects of Kira's Kiler Queen bombs.

Now, prepare yourself for one of the best fights in all of JoJo's. Koichi and Jotaro Vs. Yoshikage Kira surpasses all of the best fights from SC for me (and there are some that I legitimately love from that part), and is on par with Joseph Vs. Esidisi and Joseph Vs. Wammu (Chariot Race) from BT, IMO. It's probably one of the most edge of your seat fights in all of Shonen Jump, at least from what I've read.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on August 26, 2016, 08:57:51 PM
Can't wait to see the ending animated.
Spoiler
(http://i1.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/001/162/816/9f0.png)
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on August 27, 2016, 11:34:13 AM
Shigechi's death was so well-done. It always surprises me how sad I feel about his death considering he's such a minor character, but you really feel for his struggle to tell Josuke about Kira and protect his parents from him, and the scenes with him blowing up in the hallway while screaming Josuke's name and his spirit flying off into the sky while crumbling apart always get to me, as does Josuke and Okuyasu's frustration, not knowing whether to feel angry or mourn.

It was a really good move of them to switch this and "Yukako Yamagishi Wants to Be Cinderella" around so as to have the Kira plot flow smoothly between "Wants a Quiet Life" and "Sheer Heart Attack." It's a particularly great touch adding Aya Tsuji to be with the rest of the protagonists when they're learning about Shigechi's death and that there's a Stand-using serial murderer on the loose, especially considering something that happens later on.

I'm so pumped for "Sheer Heart Attack." It's one of the best fights in the part, and the best Koichi fight as well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 02, 2016, 07:42:32 PM
Echoes is best Stand.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on September 02, 2016, 07:54:51 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 02, 2016, 07:42:32 PM
Echoes Foo Fighters is best Stand.

Fixed.  :humhumhum:

Echoes is pretty awesome, though. This week was a defining episode for Koichi's character. Echoes Act 3 and Koichi defeating Sheer Heart Attack is one of my favorite moments in all of JoJo's.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on September 04, 2016, 02:54:53 PM
(http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/001/130/523/fa5.gif)

Quote from: LumRanmaYasha on September 02, 2016, 07:54:51 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 02, 2016, 07:42:32 PM
Heaven's Door is best Stand.

Gureto daze.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 04, 2016, 02:59:20 PM
Quote from: The Shadow Gentleman on September 04, 2016, 02:54:53 PM
Quote from: LumRanmaYasha on September 02, 2016, 07:54:51 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 02, 2016, 07:42:32 PM
Another One Bites The Dust is best Stand.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on September 09, 2016, 10:00:37 PM
I think I was probably cheering for Jotaro more in this episode more than I ever did in Part 3.

Seriously, that was an insane fight.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 09, 2016, 10:36:08 PM
Hey, give Koichi his due credit as well. He was a total bad-ass in this fight! Especially when he psychologically taunted Yoshikage Kira despite it almost costing him his life.

That said, I also loved it when Jotaro stepped in to hold out until just before Josuke and Okuyasu arrived on the scene. He was way more compelling here than even his fight with DIO, IMO. In general, he's just a lot more likable in DiU.

And yeah, this is one of my favorite JoJo's fights. Even though the heroes make it out of this skirmish alive, it was no less intense. Given Araki's willingness to kill off his main/supporting characters of each arc without mercy, back when I first read this battle in the manga I really thought that Koichi was dead once Killer Queen punched him through the stomach, but felt genuine relief once Okuyasu said that he was still breathing. It takes a lot of genuine talent as a mangaka to keep you on the edge of your seat for a battle like this in the middle of the arc when general shonen tropes normally tell you that nothing too eventful should really be happening until the last act of the story. Yet Araki brilliantly throws a curveball at us and gives us a fight that's easily worthy of being a final battle, and it comes out of seemingly nowhere.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on September 11, 2016, 04:07:05 PM
Interesting about the Ultimate Lifeform (https://wavemotioncannon.com/2016/09/07/hirohiko-araki-a-bizarre-authors-profile/)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on September 16, 2016, 04:03:39 PM
That was an interesting twist. I'm curious to see how they'll take the remaining 14 episodes since Kira is just out of their reach.

Sort of tangentially related, but how many arrows are there? I know Araki pulled it out of his butt to explain where the Stand users from here and Part 3 came from, and yet I don't know if this really is the last one of if there are hundreds of others out there. It's a bit confusing.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on September 16, 2016, 04:09:50 PM
Six.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 16, 2016, 04:54:19 PM
I'll be honest, I've never been a fan of the concept of the arrows. I didn't really need an explanation of where Stands came from, and....

Spoiler
having them used as a Deus-ex plot-device in part 5 was really anticlimactic, IMO.
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on September 16, 2016, 05:49:15 PM
This might also be grounds for spoilers, so don't answer it if you don't want to give away something important, but I've been curious for a while now.

Why didn't Jotaro bring Polnareff to Morioh with him?

I've been expecting him to show up, but it doesn't look like he will.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on September 16, 2016, 05:53:01 PM
Spoiler
Too busy trying to assassinate a mob boss.
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 16, 2016, 06:47:17 PM
Minor spoilers for Part 5:

Spoiler
And also taking up a side-job as a computer hacker.
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on September 23, 2016, 12:06:01 PM
"It's that shitbag Josuke."

Rohan is such a jerk.  ;D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on September 24, 2016, 10:38:04 PM
(http://66.media.tumblr.com/6c1b9a77f531aa8b438c8bc42d506980/tumblr_ndscozU7sU1qfffpyo1_1280.png)
(http://67.media.tumblr.com/dc6b6437753dca4670fc2ffc386769ef/tumblr_ndscozU7sU1qfffpyo2_500.png)(http://67.media.tumblr.com/73a590f816fa31b5994a871be3ca0795/tumblr_ndscozU7sU1qfffpyo3_1280.png)
(http://67.media.tumblr.com/4851547b03c754285c4892af90644f61/tumblr_ndscozU7sU1qfffpyo4_1280.png)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on September 28, 2016, 05:03:23 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ctbrhp5XYAA10iv.jpg)(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CtbrjDCWcAAdNq2.jpg)

So... at least Miike's directing?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Lord Dalek on September 28, 2016, 01:50:04 PM
There are some franchises that were NEVER meant to be seen in live action. This is one of them.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on September 30, 2016, 02:38:00 PM
That was one of the funniest episodes so far. Josuke and Rohan are quite the pair, and this alien business was quite unexpected.

I think the OP was stranger than the episode, though.

EDIT: Forgot to mention, the series is now officially over 100 episodes long.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on September 30, 2016, 02:49:23 PM
I LOVE the new opening myself. There are so many awesome easter eggs hidden everywhere in it, and the idea of using "breakdowns" to convey the movement of the characters and as a transitional tool between shots was brilliant. Those first 30 seconds where the singer was going "Breakdown Breakdown" while Kira is preparing to detonate "Bites the Dust" and the bit with everyone pointing up to the sky where all the dead protagonists/allies are pointing back down towards them were my favorite parts. It might just be my favorite opening of DiU, and probably top 3 for JoJo's openings in general.

As for the episode, it's definitely one of my favorite parts of DiU and was just as hilarious here. I was surprised they didn't finish off the dice game within this episode, but having it bleed into "Highway Star" should work out since those stories follow directly on top of each other anyways.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on September 30, 2016, 03:19:10 PM
Josuke showed a lot of personality this episode, which he has been lacking in the series!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 30, 2016, 05:37:53 PM
Quote from: gunswordfist on September 30, 2016, 03:19:10 PM
Josuke showed a lot of personality this episode, which he has been lacking in the series!

Still way more than Jotaro.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on September 30, 2016, 08:06:18 PM
Josuke's my second favorite Joestar after Joseph.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on September 30, 2016, 10:21:18 PM
While I do prefer Jotaro to Josuke, it's mainly do to his supporting role in Parts 4 & 6 rather than Part 3 itself.  Personally, my favorite JoJo is Johnny Joestar with Jolyne being a close second. 

Man, the new opening is amazing.  :swoon:

I'm definitely looking forward to seeing Highway Star next week.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on October 01, 2016, 12:54:08 AM
Here's the Toonami promo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9URcYCDH0KA) (recorded from today's Pre-Flight).
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on October 01, 2016, 08:33:32 AM
The new opening feels like a throwback to a classic 90's style anime opening in terms of the song choice. I love it! ;D

Also, did anyone else notice the sign in the background that said GW2001 with the logo of a beetle next to it, and pointing in the same direction as the "To Be Continued" arrow?

Part 5 confirmed!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on October 01, 2016, 11:40:34 AM
Quote from: Daikun on October 01, 2016, 12:54:08 AM
Here's the Toonami promo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9URcYCDH0KA) (recorded from today's Pre-Flight).
Damn, that promo is awesome!  I'm definitely hyped to see HxH and JoJo on the same block.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on October 02, 2016, 09:09:06 PM
Nice promo. Very classic Toonami.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on October 07, 2016, 05:50:50 PM
Josuke Vs. Highway Star is another one of my favorite fights in all of JoJo's. The next episode is gonna be rad.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on October 14, 2016, 01:17:19 PM
That was definitely worth the hype. I can see why it's so many people's favorite fight in the series. Josuke's childishness and quick thinking got him out of another jam. That was a pretty tough stand.

Also liked the ending. It turns out Koichi took his dog for a walk.  :D
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on October 14, 2016, 05:48:30 PM
Josuke is finally great.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on November 04, 2016, 03:32:10 PM
What in the world is happening. Part 4 is really something else.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on November 05, 2016, 05:19:59 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on November 04, 2016, 03:32:10 PM
What in the world is happening. Part 4 is really something else.
It's pretty bizarre.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on November 05, 2016, 06:11:54 PM
Quote from: The Shadow Gentleman on November 05, 2016, 05:19:59 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on November 04, 2016, 03:32:10 PM
What in the world is happening. Part 4 is really something else.
It's pretty bizarre.

Well as far as JoJo's living up to its namesake goes, Buccellati alone puts anything from even part 4 to shame. Weirdest character introduction ever. Also, part 5 has a guy who's tricked into shooting himself in the face with a banana, so there's that as well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on November 05, 2016, 09:54:05 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on November 05, 2016, 06:11:54 PM
Quote from: The Shadow Gentleman on November 05, 2016, 05:19:59 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on November 04, 2016, 03:32:10 PM
What in the world is happening. Part 4 is really something else.
It's pretty bizarre.

Well as far as JoJo's living up to its namesake goes, Buccellati alone puts anything from even part 4 to shame. Weirdest character introduction ever. Also, part 5 has a guy who's tricked into shooting himself in the face with a banana, so there's that as well.

Got nothing on Part 6.

Spoiler
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Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on November 06, 2016, 12:37:16 PM
I love the first 3 episodes of Jojo so much.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on November 07, 2016, 10:52:26 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRhNR9VaJ14

:happytime:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on November 07, 2016, 11:18:07 PM
Would be right at home next to Doraemon and Yokai Watch.  :>
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on November 09, 2016, 06:59:59 AM
Quote from: LumRanmaYasha on November 07, 2016, 11:18:07 PM
Would be right at home next to Doraemon and Yokai Watch.  :>

tfw they haven't aired Doraemon in like forever.

We're not getting a 3rd season, are we?
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on November 09, 2016, 11:08:40 AM
Looks that way, unfortunately...
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on November 09, 2016, 03:43:23 PM
Quote from: Daxdiv on November 09, 2016, 06:59:59 AMWe're not getting a 3rd season, are we?

Give it about 5 years and a deal with Netflix.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on November 18, 2016, 04:26:52 PM
That was quite the insane arc. Were these events presented differently in the manga? It feels like the way the anime did it would feel choppy if you had to read it.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on November 18, 2016, 05:36:32 PM
Yeah, in the manga each of these fights happened sequentially and on different days rather than happening all at once and on the same day like they've done in the anime. They fought Superfly first, then Enigma Boy, then Hayato discovered Kira's true identity, and then the Cheap Trick stuff happened.

I really love how they've handled doing all of those at once. It allowed for more natural, smoother pacing, more time to linger on certain plot threads with more gripping hooks and cliffhangers in each episode, and added an ominous sense of mystery to the proceedings that made each encounter feel more pertinent and dramatic. Not to mention that emphasizing the passage of time like they've done is really clever foreshadowing and set-up for what's about to happen next.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on December 03, 2016, 01:02:20 AM
Loved the remixed version of the opening. "Another One Bites The Dust" is easily one of my favorite sub-arcs in all of JoJo's.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on December 04, 2016, 08:12:25 AM
I knew they were going to do something special for the opening for when Killer Queen Bites the Dust showed up, and they did not disappoint me. Definitely my new favorite opening of the series. Another One Bites the Dust is my all-time favorite "fight" in the series, and the anime has executed it even better than I could have hoped for.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on December 09, 2016, 04:18:25 PM
What the heck, Hayato? Jotaro, Rohan, and Koichi, are RIGHT THERE! Go get them!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on December 09, 2016, 09:15:03 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on December 09, 2016, 04:18:25 PM
What the heck, Hayato? Jotaro, Rohan, and Koichi, are RIGHT THERE! Go get them!

Because anime....

No, but seriously, while you could technically make he argument that Yoshikage Kira is blocking their path toward getting tI them, you'd think that th sound of explosions around the corner would at least alert the others to their presence. I've always kind of equated this to that strange manga logic that is set in place to allow the author to make the situation work in their own way once they've knowingly kind of writt themselves into a corner. I equate it to something along the lines of those infamous "5 minutes" on Namek from DBZ.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on December 16, 2016, 03:54:55 PM
Watching Kira's dad go up in flames from his own son was quite satisfying. Can't wait to see how it finishes up next week.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2016, 12:40:38 PM
And that's part 4.

I'd have to say it's the best part I've seen so far. Really enjoyed the cast of characters, and hope they show up again at some point, and the stand powers and encounters topped those of part 3. The tighter pacing of 39 episodes also kept it engaging throughout.

My final analysis:

4 > 2 > 3 > 1
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on December 23, 2016, 12:44:46 PM
Yeah, the Diamond is Unbreakable anime is definitely a step up, especially how they combined arcs like Superfly and Enigma for better pacing. Don't like how they cut out some neat stuff from the manga though, like Kira using trigonometry to fight or when Josuke talked about how his grandma got hit by the same car twice in a day and survived.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on December 23, 2016, 03:20:50 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 30, 2016, 05:37:53 PM
Quote from: gunswordfist on September 30, 2016, 03:19:10 PM
Josuke showed a lot of personality this episode, which he has been lacking in the series!

Still way more than Jotaro.
Nope.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on December 23, 2016, 03:30:10 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on September 30, 2016, 02:38:00 PM
That was one of the funniest episodes so far. Josuke and Rohan are quite the pair, and this alien business was quite unexpected.

I think the OP was stranger than the episode, though.

EDIT: Forgot to mention, the series is now officially over 100 episodes long.
"I'm an Alien" and "Highway Star" are probably my favorite stretch of episodes in this part. I wish Josuke always shined this much. Or at least more often.
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2016, 12:40:38 PM
And that's part 4.

I'd have to say it's the best part I've seen so far. Really enjoyed the cast of characters, and hope they show up again at some point, and the stand powers and encounters topped those of part 3. The tighter pacing of 39 episodes also kept it engaging throughout.

My final analysis:

4 > 2 > 3 > 1
I'd say 3>1>4>2
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on December 23, 2016, 03:44:48 PM
Now we wait for the gay mafia, turtles, and schizophrenia.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on December 23, 2016, 04:48:04 PM
I am going to miss this show for however long it is gone.
I really like Part 4 but I like Part 3's villain-of-the-week format much more. It was much more consistent with Silver Chariot and Dark Blue Moon being the only boring episodes. Part 4's Enigma Boy, Cinderella and especially The Surface. The Surface is the worst thing in the entire anime so far. Such a boring episode.
I love how Part 4 capitalized on Part 3's weaknesses and/or did things it did not do like not make 99% of Stand Users enemies, put more non-Stand Users in the action, not make Jotaro do everything and make it kind of like a slice-of-life series. I wish they went with the slice-of-life though and it sucked that Josuke spent too much time not making much of a presence. If I didn't know better, I'd pretty much think that Okuyasu or Koichi was the star of the series. I love when Josuke hangs out with Okuyasu but Josuke pretty much just shouts, says some comment and gives some reaction while Oku completely steals the scene.
Either way, DiU still had high notes that Part 3 can't really touch, especially with the use of some incredible pacing and buildup. It doesn't surpass Part 3 because of Josuke and some dull stretches though.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2016, 06:12:42 PM
My problems with Part 3 were mainly how the 2 part format for almost every encounter made them all unfold the same way- Part 1: The main group meets a strange situation, things get crazy, hero is in trouble, To Be Continued. Part 2: Small recap, hero sort of turns it around, the episode drags on, villain finally loses, Joseph has a joke at his expense, end of episode. There's a long stretch where just about every encounter goes this way. DiU made up for it by varying the pacing between single parters, two parters, three parters, the folding multiple encounters into one day trick, the slice of life elements, and the mystery of the setting, which always kept me guessing as to what was happening.

As for my favorites? Well I liked just about everything. But the best stuff to me were the Nijimura Brothers, Red Hot Chili Pepper, Let's Go Eat Italian, Yoshikage Kira/Sheer Heart Attack/Heart Father, I am An Alien, Highway Star, July 13th (Thurs), and the final episodes. They easily stack up there with the best from the previous parts. I liked all the characters, even the villains, which has not always been the case in previous parts. I really liked the setting which focused on a smaller area compared to previous parts and yet had more defining character and landmarks than would have been allowed in those parts. Basically, there is a lot of character in part 4.

What didn't I like? We could have used more Josuke. Because of the bigger cast he didn't have too much time to shine compared to the JoJos of previous parts. But I liked him the best. He had Joseph's mischievous side, Jonathan's honor and spirit, and Jotaro's toughness, and showed it whenever he had the chance. His stand power is also one of the best. That said, the way he beat Kira (and he is the reason Kira lost, make no bones about it) was one of his best moments. Also while I liked all the standalones, it would have been nice if some of them came back (Janken Boy, for instance) to pay off their earlier appearance.

I know some are complaining about Josuke's flashback not being followed up on, but I don't consider that an issue. Instead of creating a time paradox by making Josuke the one to save himself, it keeps the mystery of Morioh instead which keeps you wondering just who it was that could have inspired him so much. Other non-faults include the slice of life feel which made it different from the previous parts (and future parts I'm assuming) and the lack of world ending threats (this part felt more of an epilogue to the first three parts) which worked as it was technically focused on wrapping up the loose ends of Dio's scheme.

Finally, Josuke stealing Joseph's wallet at the end was hilarious.

I hear mixed things about part 5, but we'll see. That's probably not coming until 2018 at the earliest.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on December 23, 2016, 07:19:09 PM
Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2016, 06:12:42 PM
I know some are complaining about Josuke's flashback not being followed up on, but I don't consider that an issue. Instead of creating a time paradox by making Josuke the one to save himself, it keeps the mystery of Morioh instead which keeps you wondering just who it was that could have inspired him so much. Other non-faults include the slice of life feel which made it different from the previous parts (and future parts I'm assuming) and the lack of world ending threats (this part felt more of an epilogue to the first three parts) which worked as it was technically focused on wrapping up the loose ends of Dio's scheme.
It's also not unusual for Araki to build up ideas/events that he never ends up using.  We'll be seeing a bit more of that habit in Parts 5 and 6.

Quote from: Spark Of Spirit on December 23, 2016, 06:12:42 PM
I hear mixed things about part 5, but we'll see. That's probably not coming until 2018 at the earliest.
Yeah, while Vento Aureo is the second most popular part in Japan, it's easily the most divisive part of the series among western audiences due to a number of various reasons.  I'll admit that I even initially found it to be my least favorite part of the series, but I've gained more respect for it over time and after re-reading sections (it also has one of my favorite JoJo characters).   
In terms of how I rank the parts of JoJo:
7 > 6 >  8 > 4 >3 = 2 > 5 >1

In any case Monster Hunter Stories was slated for a 48 episode anime, so I'm expecting that we'll see a Part 5 anime in either Fall 2017 or Winter 2018.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on December 23, 2016, 08:07:43 PM
48 episodes? Oh good, I misremember you saying 70+ for some reason.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on December 23, 2016, 09:06:05 PM
Quote from: VLordGTZ on December 23, 2016, 07:19:09 PM
Monster Hunter Stories was slated for a 48 episode anime
Interesting, as I don't even think all the games combined have 48 minutes of story. :il_hahaha:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on December 24, 2016, 01:23:49 AM
Quote from: gunswordfist on December 23, 2016, 03:20:50 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 30, 2016, 05:37:53 PM
Quote from: gunswordfist on September 30, 2016, 03:19:10 PM
Josuke showed a lot of personality this episode, which he has been lacking in the series!

Still way more than Jotaro.
Nope.

Yup. Jotaro is a dick-bag with no personality in SC. Deal with it.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on December 26, 2016, 12:28:35 PM
I'm still thinking about how great DiU's last episode was. Might be my second favorite single season finale episode ever.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on December 26, 2016, 08:52:29 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C4W2Y7C0jM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C4W2Y7C0jM)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on February 07, 2017, 08:02:15 PM
(http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/001/220/064/b9e.jpg)

It's weird. They look like actual people instead of garish Araki designs.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on February 07, 2017, 10:44:42 PM
True. I think the Yukako's passable though.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on March 16, 2017, 06:45:12 PM
It looks like progress is being made on the Part 3 dub. (https://twitter.com/RichardEpcar/status/842511677526495232)

I wonder if this means that JoJo's won't be leaving Toonami after Battle Tendency is over.  In any case, it's good to see that Viz is moving forward with dubbing SC.  Hopefully, we'll get an update on Viz's home video release for Part 1 soon as well.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on April 17, 2017, 01:00:28 PM
Spoiler
(http://i.imgur.com/qmly9wq.jpg)
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cuz why not
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on June 06, 2017, 10:22:59 PM
https://youtu.be/FwMv9zt_hDA
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on June 08, 2017, 03:48:46 PM
What (http://imgur.com/a/Cd3PL) influenced (http://suicidebound.nobody.jp/ties.html) Araki (https://www.ilbe.com/3288049356)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on June 08, 2017, 06:38:46 PM
I wish more modern manga learned from 80s action and horror movies, old pulp characters, and early manga.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on June 12, 2017, 10:01:59 PM
(https://68.media.tumblr.com/5579deeea7048e054d6bf839dab33e5c/tumblr_orfoyhn9Zs1rsjs4ao1_1280.jpg)

Film Okuyasu looks sad to be alive.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on June 12, 2017, 10:06:19 PM
Omg, that BILLION looks like a watermark. They don fucked up one of my top 5 favorite Jojo costumes.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on August 12, 2017, 10:40:32 PM
Viz Media's Season 1 Blu-Ray announcement (http://toonamifaithful.com/press-release-viz-media-announces-home-media-release-of-jojos-bizarre-adventure-season-1)

(http://toonamifaithful.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/JoJosBizarreAdventure-Set01-Bluray-BeautyShot.jpg)

Are you seeing this, Warner Bros.? THIS is how you give anime a proper release.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on August 13, 2017, 12:51:37 AM
Oh shit, I thought that was a manga cover!!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on August 19, 2017, 10:57:44 PM
Here are the first 13 minutes of the movie. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68wL0e8JQhk)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on August 25, 2017, 09:46:36 PM
The clips I've seen of this movie look promising. The Stands in particular look pretty good and mesh well with the aesthetics of the film. I hope this film gets licensed like the Kenshin films were, or I can at least have the fortune of catching it on a flight at some point.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Painted Outlaw on September 01, 2017, 07:39:57 PM
Imagine (http://www.toonzone.net/forums/threads/c-c-jojos-bizarre-adventure-silver-chariot-8-26.5615861/page-4#post-85620801) missing the (http://www.toonzone.net/forums/threads/c-c-jojos-bizarre-adventure-silver-chariot-8-26.5615861/page-3) point  (http://www.toonzone.net/forums/threads/c-c-jojos-bizarre-adventure-tower-of-gray-8-19.5614721/page-4#post-85597172)this much (http://www.toonzone.net/forums/threads/c-c-jojos-bizarre-adventure-silver-chariot-8-26.5615861/page-3#post-85608341), lol. I almost shudder to think of what'll happen if/when Toonami gets to Part 4 and Kira enters the picture.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Rynnec on September 01, 2017, 08:22:13 PM
Apparently these people aren't aware that you can enjoy something while still pointing out its flaws and not getting bent out of shape about it. Yeah JoJo's has problems with female characters, but I won't let that stop my enjoyment of it, especially since it was written in a much different era.

QuoteRunning with the rule of cool can only get you so far with a TV show.

Quotejust enjoy the visual and heavy action for ninety minutes, but a TV show has a longer run time and so it needs more substance than just being cool and flashy. That's kind of what I felt like when watching Black Lagoon too. [.quote]

Ugh. This is exactly the kind of mentality I can't stand. Those shows are good precisely because they're so cool and flashy while having appealing characters that drive the overall plot. If anything they provide substance because their style is so well-executed. I don't know what this person wants out of a show, but apparently being entertaining is not enough. :??:

Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 01, 2017, 09:39:00 PM
I stopped posting or even reading any of the TZ Toonami threads (or any TZ threads in general) when I realized the common pattern of every discussion in every thread devolving into tripe about how some scene in one show or another deeply offended someone as some social, cultural, sexist, religious, or even political slander. It always gets to the point where people seem to discuss that aspect of a series more than the show itself, and most of these people seem to be woefully ignorant of some of the cultural subject matter which they comment on, making for some hilariously hypocritical statements on there.

I'm still baffled by that one conversation about HXH where some people found Gon to be a bad and unlikable character not for any of the genuine reasons intended for the audience to question his morality, but of all things because he made a personal choice about not wanting to find out his birth mother's identity because of his attachment to his aunt as his adoptive mother.

And then there was someone who complained about Joseph being racist toward Japanese people despite the fact that this is a series written by a Japanese man living in Japan....go figure that one out.

So, yeah, kind of got tired of posting there when it became clear that not too many people were all that interested in discussing any of the actual shows themselves beyond either complaining about them or using them as examples of offensive social commentary. It says a lot that the shows that have the least to complain about relative to the others, like HXH, barely got any discussion at all.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on September 01, 2017, 09:40:31 PM
Quote from: Rynnec on September 01, 2017, 08:22:13 PM
Running with the rule of cool can only get you so far with a TV show.

Quotejust enjoy the visual and heavy action for ninety minutes, but a TV show has a longer run time and so it needs more substance than just being cool and flashy. That's kind of what I felt like when watching Black Lagoon too. [.quote]

Ugh. This is exactly the kind of mentality I can't stand. Those shows are good precisely because they're so cool and flashy while having appealing characters that drive the overall plot. If anything they provide substance because their style is so well-executed. I don't know what this person wants out of a show, but apparently being entertaining is not enough. :??:
Pretty much.
I also don't think being in a different era is a good excuse for lack of female characters BUT I'm pretty sure Part 3 is written for teenage boys and on that note, it does get a pass.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Foggle on September 01, 2017, 09:58:58 PM
Quote from: Rynnec on September 01, 2017, 08:22:13 PM
Apparently these people aren't aware that you can enjoy something while still pointing out its flaws and not getting bent out of shape about it. Yeah JoJo's has problems with female characters, but I won't let that stop my enjoyment of it, especially since it was written in a much different era.
Yes. The internet likes to think in extremes, and while that does actually make sense for shit like politics, it shouldn't apply to media unless it's intended as some form of propaganda. Some folks just don't understand how you can be critical of something while also enjoying other aspects of it. JJBA has problems with its treatment of women, but so does literally every other fictional work from the time period in which the manga was originally written, as well as many heavily-praised things made today (especially anime). It's not like any of their examples are particularly egregious or at all worse than shit that happens in modern kids' shows like Naruto or whatever.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Painted Outlaw on September 01, 2017, 10:16:37 PM
Quote from: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 01, 2017, 09:39:00 PMSo, yeah, kind of got tired of posting there when it became clear that not too many people were all that interested in discussing any of the actual shows themselves beyond either complaining about them or using them as examples of offensive social commentary. It says a lot that the shows that have the least to complain about relative to the others, like HXH, barely got any discussion at all.

I got tired of posting there when I got kicked out. ^^;

Quote from: Foggle on September 01, 2017, 09:58:58 PMJJBA has problems with its treatment of women, but so does literally every other fictional work from the time period in which the manga was originally written, as well as many heavily-praised things made today (especially anime). It's not like any of their examples are particularly egregious or at all worse than shit that happens in modern kids' shows like Naruto or whatever.

Yeah. Like, look at stuff like Cross Ange or Valvrave or like you said, Naruto. Thinking Jojo is worse than any of those in this regard is a comical notion in itself.
(Granted, Naruto never did anything on the level of those first two but, at least I can remember half the things Yukako or Jolyne did compared to Sakura who I just remember as "The Sasuke want machine").
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 01, 2017, 10:51:56 PM
Quote from: Foggle on September 01, 2017, 09:58:58 PMIt's not like any of their examples are particularly egregious or at all worse than shit that happens in modern kids' shows like Naruto or whatever.

On that note, though, I will say this: I'm not a fan of Naruto. That said, I will at least give Masashi Kishimoto some props for flat-out admitting that he has weak writing for his female characters and that it's definitely a flaw with his work. I mean, it's a flaw among many other things, but I do think there is at least something to be said about not trying to defend something that's poorly done and making it clear that despite poor execution, it doesn't necessarily reflect one's own personal views on a subject matter.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on September 02, 2017, 01:23:35 AM
I stopped posting regularly on ToonZone years ago when the interface of the forum itself became garbage, but the fact that most of the people on there now are self-righteous politically correct wingnuts certainly didn't help.

Like GSF, I don't think JoJo's being written in the 80s is an excuse for poorly written female characters. I think when looking back on an older series we should acknowledge its shortcomings in representation or its political/social messages, and just because we still might be having these problems in our media now doesn't mean we shouldn't be critical and strive to improve and demand better. With that being said, I don't think JoJo's is worth criticizing for having badly written female characters. It has a lack of prominent female characters who fight in the early parts, sure, but the characters themselves? Erina, Lisa-Lisa, and even Suzy-Q and Holly are admirable and likable. How the latter two are treated by the male characters is problematic, but that's not the stance Araki as a writer takes as a whole towards women, as evident by how female characters start to be written in more active roles past part 4 and beyond. There are two extremes of writing female characters in Shonen Jump manga to me: on one end you have Hideaki Sorachi and Gintama as writing the best examples of a large, diverse, and well-rounded cast of female characters, and on the other you have Tsugumi Ohba and Death Note as examples of some of the worst treatment and objectification of women in a series. Bakuman is arguably worse than DN in this regard, but what's interesting to me about using these two as examples is that they literally debuted a week apart from each other, making them prime contrasts. In my book, Araki and JoJo's lean way more towards Sorachi's side of the spectrum in terms of the role female characters play in the story and Araki's perspective on their importance.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on September 02, 2017, 01:33:44 AM
Funny enough, I've been thinking about the women in Death Note. It does make sense that a narcissistic mass murderer would prefer docile women. Of course the real problem is those two get the biggest roles out of any female characters in the series. That and I fucking hate lolis but that's a story for another time. :thinkin:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on September 02, 2017, 01:42:23 AM
I recall reading some of Araki's thoughts on female characters in the back of those Jojonium books, and he mentions that he thought it was subversive to write characters like Lisa Lisa or Enya, wishing he could have done more with them if it weren't for his editors.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on September 02, 2017, 02:06:07 AM
Quote from: Dr. Insomniac on September 02, 2017, 01:42:23 AM
I recall reading some of Araki's thoughts on female characters in the back of those Jojonium books, and he mentions that he thought it was subversive to write characters like Lisa Lisa or Enya, wishing he could have done more with them if it weren't for his editors.
(http://i41.tinypic.com/28bece0.gif)My 2 favorite JoJo women. Fucking editors...Lisa Lisa especially could have done more.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: The Shadow Gentleman on September 02, 2017, 10:57:27 PM
Araki is also aware of his own past shortcomings, which was why he went ahead with Part 6, even though it was unpopular during it's run.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on September 15, 2017, 05:00:48 PM
I forgot to mention this, but I finished DiU last week, and it's easily my favorite arc thus far. The humor in particular was on point, and I really liked the way it jumped around.

I hope Vento Aureo turns out to be as entertaining whenever it gets adapted.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on September 15, 2017, 05:13:46 PM
Part 5 actually tends to be among the least favorite for a lot of JoJo's fans. It's another road-trip style adventure like Stardust Crusaders. Personally I think it's about as entertaining as that arc, myself, but admittedly Araki can be incredibly inconsistent with how the Stand abilities work in this arc, and the way that the main villain is defeated is, IMO a disappointingly anti-climactic ass-pull. It ends as soon as it starts and then strangely Araki made the strange decision to end the arc with a prequel story that takes place shortly before the events of VA.

Other than that, though, there's a lot of entertaining stuff here. The battle with the Grateful Dead is arguably one of the best in the entire series, let alone just this arc, IMO.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on September 15, 2017, 05:23:38 PM
Hmm, and I still haven't finished Stardust Crusaders, although I am rewatching it via Toonami. I'm not at the point where I lost interest yet, although Jotaru's lack of likability is as present as ever.

I wonder if the anime would do any tweaking to part 5 if the arc isn't so popular.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on September 15, 2017, 05:26:14 PM
Part 5 was actually pretty popular in Japan though, enough to get some tie-in games. It's just everywhere else where it gets little love.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on September 15, 2017, 07:42:33 PM
Whereas Part 4 is one of the most popular parts everywhere except Japan.

One of my favorite parts of Part 4 was in how balanced the Stands were. One of the things that makes be dubious about later parts is hearing how unbalanced they become. But I'll wait until I get there to judge.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Spark Of Spirit on January 15, 2018, 08:22:03 PM
Not that there was any doubt, but Part V is on the way. (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2018-01-11/jojo-bizarre-adventure-golden-wind-trademark-filed-in-japan/.126321)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: gunswordfist on January 16, 2018, 01:27:27 AM
Oh, didn't know that meant Golden Wind.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on June 21, 2018, 06:59:11 PM
Part 5 premieres July 5. (http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2018/06/21-1/jojos-bizarre-adventure-anime-continues-with-vento-aureo)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Painted Outlaw on June 21, 2018, 07:55:55 PM
July? But, every other (https://twitter.com/anime_jojo/status/1009692466344222721?ref_src=twcamp%5Ecopy%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Ecopy%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3) place I read (https://twitter.com/pKjd/status/1009693030238973953) or saw (https://twitter.com/pkjd818/status/1009690960916144129?s=21) said October. (https://twitter.com/pKjd/status/1009693973412081664)

Huh (https://twitter.com/pkjd818/status/1009690960916144129?s=21).
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Lord Dalek on June 21, 2018, 08:10:47 PM
Advance screening of the first episode. Series itself doesn't debut until October.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Painted Outlaw on June 21, 2018, 08:22:46 PM
Ohh, okay. That makes a bunch more sense.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: VLordGTZ on July 06, 2018, 07:13:41 PM
LumRanmaYasha and I just saw the first episode of Part 5 at AX and it was fantastic!!!  I'm even more excited for its debut in the fall now!
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on October 22, 2018, 09:05:52 AM
The perfect ad for Vento Aureo. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy4UybOB9rA)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Lord Dalek on October 22, 2018, 02:38:54 PM
Well it worked for John Wick. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVmuN6QNovI)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Ensatsu-ken on November 22, 2018, 01:03:57 PM
I finally found a video that explains the appeal of JoJo's in just 1 minute: https://youtu.be/AQx_KMoCgJU
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on December 04, 2018, 04:26:24 PM
The actor they picked to play Dub Rohan... heh, okay. He's a good actor, and it was inevitable he would be in Jojo since the show has hundreds of characters, but it's going to be distracting. Like when Samuel L Jackson plays a character, and no matter what the role is like, it's hard to watch him as the character and not as Samuel L Jackson.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on February 13, 2019, 09:18:19 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzG6iz6W0AE0mMz.jpg:large)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Dr. Insomniac on February 18, 2019, 02:05:15 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzthFdwWkAApMYN.jpg)
Jeez, Digi. Take a chill pill.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: LumRanmaYasha on March 09, 2019, 01:06:57 AM
The first season of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure was added to Netflix. The only problem, it's censored...

Crunchyroll:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D1KT2yTW0AExsif.jpg)

Netflix:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D1KT2ySX4AE8Q6p.jpg)

Surely Netflix could've gotten the uncensored version if they wanted, so I have no idea why they went with the broadcast cut instead.  :??:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on May 17, 2019, 03:06:33 PM
https://twitter.com/Musicedge2/status/1129437936414601216
:happytime:
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on May 18, 2019, 01:16:32 PM
lmao that's great.

I watched it during my break on VRV yesterday, and it worked just fine for me.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on September 09, 2019, 08:32:59 PM
Phantom Blood in 5 Minutes (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc1nZ5H2aMM)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on December 14, 2019, 09:53:58 PM
Stone Ocean depends on fan support to get it animated. (https://twitter.com/cujohoes/status/1205971644474429441)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on May 16, 2020, 03:12:10 PM
Quote from: Daikun on September 09, 2019, 08:32:59 PMPhantom Blood in 5 Minutes (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc1nZ5H2aMM)

Battle Tendency in 11 Minutes (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qARvCU01Xdk)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on September 25, 2020, 09:55:15 PM
Stone Ocean confirmed. (https://comicbook.com/anime/news/jojos-bizarre-adventure-animator-anime-return-confirmation-stone-ocean)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on October 27, 2020, 05:00:03 PM
A JoJo spinoff is coming to Netflix centering around Kishibe Rohan. (https://twitter.com/NXOnNetflix/status/1320911295399424002)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on January 14, 2021, 06:44:06 PM
Now that he's caught up in One Piece, Totally Not Mark is now going through JJBA.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTvpWRhrqVo
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on January 19, 2021, 07:14:40 PM
Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan trailer. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REgOnIYSoJo)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on April 04, 2021, 03:03:57 PM
Part 6 confirmed! (https://twitter.com/ToonamiNews/status/1378658373193719810)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on July 03, 2021, 09:34:10 PM
Stone Ocean stream on YouTube on August 8! (https://twitter.com/anime_jojo/status/1411484174423191559)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on July 14, 2021, 07:28:36 PM
Part 8 ends next month. (https://twitter.com/stickertricker/status/1415324279575613445)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on August 18, 2021, 12:32:32 AM
Part 9 confirmed. (https://twitter.com/WSJ_manga/status/1427547837349441562)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on November 08, 2021, 11:09:12 PM
The first 12 episodes of Stone Ocean drop on Netflix on December 1. New episodes will drop monthly. (https://comicbook.com/anime/news/jojos-bizarre-adventure-stone-ocean-netflix-release-date)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on December 01, 2021, 07:28:01 PM
It's Stone Ocean time! (https://www.netflix.com/title/80179831)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on June 01, 2022, 04:22:05 AM
Stone Ocean Cour 2 dropping September 1, (https://comicbook.com/anime/news/jojos-bizarre-adventure-stone-ocean-part-2-release-date) assuming there are no delays.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on June 01, 2022, 04:28:27 PM
I genuinely forgot this was still happening, and still haven't seen a moment of the season.

The Netflix model is really doing them no favors.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daxdiv on June 01, 2022, 05:53:25 PM
I miss Jojo Fridays where I would log into sites like Twitter & see people making memes about the latest episode of Jojo. Anyone who knows me knows that I'm not a huge fan of Netflix's "Release everything at once" model.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on September 01, 2022, 09:39:30 PM
Part 6, Cour 2 has been released on Netflix today.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on September 16, 2022, 09:53:10 PM
It's now on Disney+ (https://www.disneyplus.com/series/jojos-bizarre-adventure/7SycqmydEEnp)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Avaitor on September 17, 2022, 12:42:14 PM
In America?

Because it sent me to the page for a moment, then said I can't access the page and sent me to the Disney+ front page.
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on September 17, 2022, 06:14:17 PM
International. Netflix still has the U.S. rights.
Still, it's pretty wild, especially since it now makes this video prophetic. :lol:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRhNR9VaJ14
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on November 18, 2022, 10:24:05 PM
Stone Ocean's final cour releases December 1. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZ3RCnoZlLw)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on December 19, 2022, 01:21:30 AM
Part 9 debuts February 17, 2023. (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-12-18/jojo-bizarre-adventure-manga-part-9-the-jojolands-debuts-on-february-17/.193106)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on January 19, 2023, 12:54:01 AM
An early look at Part 9. (https://twitter.com/MangaMoguraRE/status/1615738232267743234)
Title: Re: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Post by: Daikun on March 23, 2023, 10:57:24 PM
JOJO Lands Chapter 2 has been released, and it's paying tribute to Breaking Bad.
Part 9 is off to a great start!