Cardcaptor Sakura

[frankie_fan]

Originally Posted by Cassini90125

I'd start a Sailor Moon thread, but I think it would just be you, me, and an occasional post by a few other members.

Originally Posted by Mr. Marshmallow

So? Support is support no matter how many or how few you have to back it up.

I guess the same could be said about Cardcaptor Sakura. I figured if Cass can start a thread about Sailor Moon, why can't I do the same with CCS? So, here it is.

Cardcaptor Sakura was the show that got me into anime. When it first premiered in 2001 in Australia on Cartoon Network's Toonami (as the butchered Nelvana dub), I really got into it. The characters were engaging and fun, and the episodes were fun to watch as well. Ever since then, I've grown a lot and now have a good understanding of dub vs. sub (even though I prefer the dub), and it wasn't until recently that I was able to watch the anime PROPER without any butchering.

I'll be posting my reviews of the episodes I've seen per DVD disc, and if they're other fans here on this forum, feel free to post here on any characters you like, favourite moments, or anything.

So far, I've just finished Disc 2 of Collection 1, and I'm suddenly reminded why Sakura is my all-time favourite anime character. Not only is she adorable as hell, but she has great interactions with other characters on the show, especially from Yukito. Seeing her blush makes me feel warm inside every time. Of course, with Syaoran Li now part of the group, it's hysterical seeing him get so nervous around Yukito. His facial expressions are brilliant as well. In the episode where the MIST Card nearly collapses the set of a play Sakura's brother was in, Syaoran's 'WTF/You've got to be kidding me' face at the end was HYSTERICAL! Here's hoping the next disc introduces Meilin! She's going to be a blast!

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Just finished Disc 3 of Collection 1.

The episode with the elderly man at the mansion next to the country home was quite sweet. The reveal at the end was very surprising.

But of course, when Meilin arrived, she was non-stop hilarity! From the death glares she gave Sakura to her over-enthusiastic attitude on how Syaoran will be better than Sakura, she was brilliant.

Speaking of humour, Chiharu's way of dealing with Yamazaki's lies at the beach and the summer festival was very funny.

I'm really looking forward to more of Meilin, as well as waiting for the first time Syaoran blushes. That's going to be quite a sight to see.

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Just finished Disc 4 of Collection 1. One more disc to go and I'm half-way there!

As usual, Meilin's 'Syaoran's-my-fiance' attitude was just hilarious, and it was quite interesting seeing the new teacher Ms. Mizuki. I was very surprised by how she knew Touya.

However, the highlight has to be Syaoran's blush at the end of Episode 27. Even if it was short, it was funny seeing him pass out like that. I can only imagine what Meilin's reaction would've been!

I'm hoping for more comedy moments involving Syaoran's blushing. I may have to compile them all!

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Finished Disc 5 of Collection 1. I'm now half-way through the series! I now have to wait until November before I can watch the rest.

Needless to say, it ended on a great high note. There was plenty of comedy (Syaoran's constant falling down at the ice rink was an absolute highlight! ), and seeing Kero FINALLY regain some of his powers was great. I can now only hope that the rest of the series will be as memorable as the first half was. I'm really looking forward to it.

In the meantime, anyone else a fan? Share your favourite moments/characters with us.

[frankie_fan]

At long last, collection 2 has arrived, featuring the remaining episodes. I just finished disc 1 of collection 2.

It was off to a great start. Syaoran's feelings for Sakura are truly starting to show now, and Meilin was just as hilarious as ever. I mean, how can you NOT laugh at this:


But of course, Tomoyo Daidouji's obsession with filming Sakura just gets funnier. In the episode where a snow storm threatens to bury the town with snow, the snow storm worsens as Tomoyo realizes...

'At this rate... I can't film Sakura! '

Cue Sakura falling down in annoyance!

But in all seriousness, I'm really looking forward to watching the rest of this anime. I do hope that it turns out great.

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Just finished Disc 2 of Collection 2.

It was sad seeing Meilin go back home. I'm really going to miss her hilarious antics. But, on the bright side, the arrival of Eriol Hiiragizawa showcased Li in his... shall we say, jealous side! Every time Eriol was on screen with Sakura, I kept on waiting for Li to appear, just to see his reactions!

Only 3 more discs to go... not long to go now.