Lone Lancer Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 I'm new here. On other forums there is usually a single dedicated thread for all of the introductions. I guess each new member gets their own thread here? Is the idea to make the experience more personalized? In any case, I wouldn't say that I am a newcomer to anime - although I haven't mingled much with other lovers of the genre. I had watched a few episodes here-and-there of well known anime series sporadically growing up; however, I only got hooked on it during my early adult years. As with anything, some themes appeal to me more than others do. So what exactly drew me toward anime? I would say it was a combination of different things. Even before the days that I recognized anime as a high art form, I always noticed the beautiful aesthetics and crisp detail that went into every frame. At the point where I began watching anime regularly, I was also beginning to appreciate the complexity of the story lines ( depending on which one ). It also helped that quite often the intros had catchy theme songs, although I would often get annoyed when they would change it every so often as a series progressed. Another thing that appealed to me with many of the titles, is that the characters aren't always acting like complete sociopaths ( generally ). The best part....I'll admit it...it's gotta be the waifus; and they're usually written to be decent and honest people. The people that create these characters have very epicurean tastes, they appreciate the finer things in life. I really respect that. Regarding my username, it comes from the English transliteration of the common Japanese name for Japan's most unique tree - which we know simply as the "Japanese Umbrella Pine." Despite its name, it is not really a pine at all, but rather the sole surviving member of a much more ancient lineage which goes back 230-220 million years ago! It is as much a pine tree as the Norfolk Island Pine is ( also not a pine ). I know that most people immediately associate Japan with the famous Cherry Blossom ( or "Sakura Tree" ), but I associate it with this other species instead. Not that I have anything against the snow-like effect of the Sakura Tree's pink blossoms ( pretty cool effect actually ). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myouya Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 @Kōyamaki Be most welcome to Anime Forums! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 (edited) Welcome to the forums That’s quite an eclectic mix of favorite anime on your profile page (I’ve managed to see most of them over the years - kudos for including Ramen Fighter Miki, one of my favorite slapstick comedies ) Hope you find things to interest you here. Edited June 9, 2022 by Ohayotaku 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Lancer Posted June 9, 2022 Author Share Posted June 9, 2022 12 hours ago, Ohayotaku said: Welcome to the forums That’s quite an eclectic mix of favorite anime on your profile page (I’ve managed to see most of them over the years - kudos for including Ramen Fighter Miki, one of my favorite slapstick comedies ) Hope you find things to interest you here. It is always a joy to encounter someone else who has shared the experiences. lol Yeah, "Ramen Fighter Miki" was great stuff. I wish we had more like it. In spite of how over-the-top and silly it was, I liked that it still retained its sharp wittiness in a way that doesn't feel overly repetitive. I noticed that it used the old hand-drawn art style during the period when it was on its way out, which I think is awesome - I personally prefer the look of the hand-drawn over the newer digital. I also thought it was a really neat touch how the end credits theme sounds like Hall & Oates singing in Japanese ( for lack of a better analogy ). Truly a classic gem there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takatofan1986 Posted June 10, 2022 Share Posted June 10, 2022 Welcome, and have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MediaConsumesMe Posted June 10, 2022 Share Posted June 10, 2022 Welcome to the forum, your a fellow fan of the little known franchise called Fate. It always good to have another one on the forums. Also Overlord, Steins; Gate and Welcome to the NHK are some choice anime titles. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Lancer Posted June 11, 2022 Author Share Posted June 11, 2022 4 hours ago, MediaConsumesMe said: Welcome to the forum, your a fellow fan of the little known franchise called Fate. It always good to have another one on the forums. Also Overlord, Steins; Gate and Welcome to the NHK are some choice anime titles. Yeah, when I'm asked what my favorite animes are, I only list my all-time faves. There are many others that I happen to like that I feel fall a little short of being called the best of the best. I will be adding more titles since there are a few that I forgot. I see that you have Sabre as your waifu there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeath Posted June 11, 2022 Share Posted June 11, 2022 Welcome my friend! Glad to see another Overlord fan, as the anime is doing quite well! Enjoy your stay here, enjoy the chaos!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otaking66lives Posted June 11, 2022 Share Posted June 11, 2022 Welcome to the Insanity! Enjoy your time here, just watch out for *ducks flying Mi-go*. Dammit! Who keeps opening THAT door?? *chases after the escapee while yelling* Anyways, welcome!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Lancer Posted June 14, 2022 Author Share Posted June 14, 2022 I feel a little embarrassed to be asking this but, is the "dere" field supposed to reflect the way that I am personally or the traits of my top anime crushes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metro Posted June 14, 2022 Share Posted June 14, 2022 Welcome Koyamaki! Hope you have a great time here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digimon_Sommelier Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 Welcome to AF! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clayton Posted September 23, 2022 Share Posted September 23, 2022 Hi DS! Hadn't expected you around here. Nice to see a site people are still hanging out on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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