The Great Bear
06-29-2009, 08:01 AM
http://www.mania.com/content_pics/000004/03/49/8d0f6c1269049f0f_thumb.jpgReview by Greg Smith (http://www.mania.com/saki-episode-13_article_115940.html)
Mania Grade: B+
* Audio Rating: NA
* Video Rating: NA
* Packaging Rating: NA
* Menus Rating: NA
* Extras Rating: NA
* Age Rating: 13 and Up
* Region: All Region
* Released By: Crunchyroll
* Running time: 25
* Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Widescreen
* Resolution: 480p (720p also available)
* Series: Saki
In Summary:
In this round, compared to the others, we do get a much higher amount of attention to the play of the girls, though we still have not seen an actual match, with all of the boring motions of go arounds in a hand, fully animated, just the decision points. And perhaps that's just as well. Nodoka proves why she is such a good player, as she is able not only to win, but also defend impeccably, causing exhaustive draws to occur when she draws a bad starting hand. Still, seeds of future unexpected events are planted in this episode. For a mahjong-themed, sports-flavored anime with cute girls, it is unexpectedly entertaining for those who may not be all that interested in mahjong or sports anime. Recommended for those who like their competition narratives balanced with cute girls.
Mania Grade: B+
* Audio Rating: NA
* Video Rating: NA
* Packaging Rating: NA
* Menus Rating: NA
* Extras Rating: NA
* Age Rating: 13 and Up
* Region: All Region
* Released By: Crunchyroll
* Running time: 25
* Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Widescreen
* Resolution: 480p (720p also available)
* Series: Saki
In Summary:
In this round, compared to the others, we do get a much higher amount of attention to the play of the girls, though we still have not seen an actual match, with all of the boring motions of go arounds in a hand, fully animated, just the decision points. And perhaps that's just as well. Nodoka proves why she is such a good player, as she is able not only to win, but also defend impeccably, causing exhaustive draws to occur when she draws a bad starting hand. Still, seeds of future unexpected events are planted in this episode. For a mahjong-themed, sports-flavored anime with cute girls, it is unexpectedly entertaining for those who may not be all that interested in mahjong or sports anime. Recommended for those who like their competition narratives balanced with cute girls.