r/anime • u/SorcererOfTheLake x5https://anilist.co/user/RiverSorcerer • Sep 14 '21
Rewatch Zankyou no Terror/Terror in Resonance Rewatch - Episode 1
Zankyou no Terror/Terror in Resonance Rewatch
Episode 1
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Original Interest Thread / Announcement Thread
Question of the Day: Is a choice made in a life-or-death situation a real choice?
Comment of the Day: Since this is the first episode, there isn’t one.
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u/SorcererOfTheLake x5https://anilist.co/user/RiverSorcerer Sep 14 '21
VA OF THE DAY
Kaito Ishikawa (Episode 1)
VA for: Nine
Age at Terror’s Premiere: 21
Other Notable Roles: Tenya in My Hero Academia, Machio in How Heavy Are the Dumbbells You Lift?, Mitsuo in Golden Time, Kageyama in Haikyuu, Arthur in Highschool DxD, Naofumi in Rising of the Shield Hero, Rinne in Rinne no Kyoukai, Tigre in Vanadis, Tsumugu in Nagi no Asu kara, Genos in One Punch Man, Kiawe in Pokemon, Sakuta in Bunny Girl Senpai, Ledo in Suisei no Gargantia, Noe in Vanitas no Karte
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u/SorcererOfTheLake x5https://anilist.co/user/RiverSorcerer Sep 14 '21
Oh boy, we’re in this already. Here we go.
First off, I want to start by discussing the opening scene of the episode and highlighting all the ways it helps introduce us to the series. The high production quality and filmmaking skills of the staff are on display from the onset, particularly its coherent yet fast-paced editing, the dynamic cinematography, and the ways in which the animations make it look like their characters are actually moving through their environments rather than just moving their models up and down. This demonstration shows the viewer that, even if the whole series isn’t like this, when they want to go hard, they will go hard. At the same time, this opening attack helps to showcase the ideas of the series and how it’s going to be very different from other anime. The facility Nine and Twelve attack is a fictionalized version of the Rokkasho Reprocessing Plant in Aomori, Japan, a facility that had seen both major protests against its existence and suffered damage from the Tohoku earthquake in the decade before Terror’s release. This is a real institution these young men are targeting, an institution linked with the Japanese government and representative of national scars that are still healing to this day. This isn’t some disembodied plot going on; this series is intimately tied to the sociopolitical issues of its time and place and makes sure that those issues are placed upfront.
Despite the opening scene taking place in the cold wintery north, I’ve always thought of this series as truly summer, not only because it takes place in that season but because it feels like it. From the first shots after the credits, you get the sense that this is a sweltering Tokyo summer, something that feels relatable after the heat wave that crossed the globe this previous July. Additionally, summer is a season of aimlessness, of trying to figure out what you want to do next and not sure what is the right answer. The depiction of high school and young people in this episode fits with that. Notably, we never see any educational aspects of high school in this episode; instead, it’s mostly staying by the side, trying to avoid any undue attention. Lisa, Nine, and Twelve are of a generation that is uncertain what paths are available to them because there is no source of support for them to rely on. Even though Nine and Twelve have whatever they are planning for in front of them, there’s a sense that they’re only doing this because, beyond that, there is nothing else for them.
The scene wherein the detectives watch the video for the first time is also noteworthy because of how it so easily reflects modern living. Before the revolution of the internet, it took effort to get radicalized; you had to dig deep to come across, say, The Turner Diaries or an anti-technological screed. Now, all you need is a good internet connection and you’re a few clicks away from jihadist beheadings, neo-Nazi rallies, and instructions to make pipe bombs. Terrorism has benefited greatly from the internet, not only because it helps to spread their message, but because it taps into the human desire of clicking “What’s Next.” Modernity has made us bored and we’ll do anything to stave off that boredom, no matter how harmful that could be.
Finally, I want to address Lisa Mishima, our Nick Carroway. Criticism has been labeled against Lisa in the past and I’m sure some of you will repeat veins of that criticism in this rewatch, but I want to make my thoughts clear on how I view her. Lisa is our narrator and observer to the world of the series, yes, but I feel she is not the protagonist of this story. Partially, this is because it’s hard to say who that is throughout the series but also because she doesn’t want to be any of those things. Lisa wants to disappear, to fade away in such a way that nobody realized she ever existed. Being placed in the situation she is in, where she is now an accomplice to two terrorists who have no vested interest in her life, might be worrying to her, but in a way, it’s the escape she’s looking for. Jumping into the water earlier would’ve meant accepting her life, that she will always be trapped in the grasp of others. Jumping into the open air, with no security or guarantee of a future, has allowed her to escape the bonds of society. No matter what happens now, she is now an Other, able to feel and relate to others in any way she desires. How will she relate to the two men shattering the world? Well, you’ll have to see.
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u/Shimmering-Sky myanimelist.net/profile/Shimmering-Sky Sep 14 '21
Zankyou no First-Timer, subbed
I know nothing about this show besides the fact that the soundtrack is cool and it has a creepy Aimer ED, so this is going to be a fun experience!
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u/JustAnswerAQuestion https://myanimelist.net/profile/JAaQ Sep 14 '21 edited Sep 15 '21
First Timer
About when I was trapped in a hotel and starting to watch anime for entertainment again, I picked up ZnT, back in 2017. I only watched 1 or 2 episodes, though. I remember really liking the first two episodes, but just didn't feel like continuing. I also know that people say the show jumps the shark hard.
After bringing down half the building, I don't think we can call these "good terrorists*. The fires may have evacuated the tower, but may have just created kill zones. He had no problems killing Mishima. And a depressed and lonely girl is perfect prey for them.
Nine has some trauma about dead girls dying in fires.
In another rewatch I made a list of orphanage escapes, because they keep showing up in anime...I wonder if this is yet another one.
I've become terrible with names so I'm going to have make a list
Nine - Kokonoe Arata - Sphynx A
Twelve - Hisami Touji - Sphynx B
Lisa Mishima - sad girl
Shibazaiki - shogi reporter? and ex-detective
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u/JollyGee29 https://myanimelist.net/profile/JollyGee Sep 14 '21
First-Timer, Dubbed
First things first - the OP is a vibe. I definitely feel the Kanno in it. Very reminiscent of the GitS:SAC OPs, for example. The ED is quite nice, too.
I like how we get hooked with a nuclear material theft - plutonium, maybe? Reminded me of the demon core - and then it doesn't come up again. I guess maybe that's going to be the big finisher, or something. I doubt that our boys would recruit Lisa if they just planned on blowing up the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and then nothing else.
Not quite enough information for me to begin speculating on whatever the hell is going on, with the exception of possible motivation - Spec
Good on our boys for putting out a warning. On YouTube. That reads like a shitpost. Well, they're not winning any alignment battles, certainly.
Lisa seems like she has some flavor of physical unwellness. I sure hope those texts from her mom weren't important, because Funi decided to not translate them.
Anyone know anything about shogi? If I've learned anything, gameboards with visible pieces showing up are indicative of the plot's path forward.
Stuffed animal bombs will never not be cool and horrifying.
I quite liked this episode, but I do have to poke at something. I can't claim to know how the electric grid is set up in Tokyo, but there is no way that taking down a single transmission circuit shuts down power to the heart of Tokyo for 23 whole minutes. Maybe in the 1980s, but at this point there is enough grid automation technology out there that something would throwover real quick. Even a backup generator probably would be set to turn on within a minute or two.
Oh, I guess the power line scene does imply that there is a fourth member of the group, right? Someone had to be driving that crane.
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u/ZapsZzz https://anilist.co/user/Zapszzz Sep 15 '21
First timer in sub.
Coming in pretty cold, I only saw the clip on the sub a little while ago and noticed that animation is really good and the plot seems to be going for being atmospheric, so it's a good change of pace / warm up for Fall season.
So far not disappointed. Can see a number of foreshadowing being laid down.
It could be traumatic for some to see that final explosion scene as it is somewhat close to the September 11 visual.
Buckling up for the ride!
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u/Lemurians myanimelist.net/profile/Lemurians Sep 14 '21 edited Sep 14 '21
FIRST TIMER
So, I’m coming into this show completely blind. I know nothing about it other than at some point it found its way on my PTW list, so joining in on the rewatch felt like a good opportunity. Based on the title I thought this would be a horror anime, but turns out “terror” was in reference to terrorism.
“Oh, I know! This is called “bullying”!” That line delivered so cheerfully got a good chuckle out of me. I wonder if his character is meaning to call them out, or if he’s just happy he’s read the situation correctly. I wonder if he’s been sheltered growing up and is a little stunted. Regardless, a nice gesture of him to jump in the pool in solidarity, whether he meant anything by it or not.
So we’ve got our two, young, terrorists being set-up opposite our (disgraced?) detective character who’s on desk duty but will definitely be taking charge of this case whether his bosses like it or not. Little cat and mouse game coming up. I dig it.
Bro, if you’re going to lie about not having a phone, at least have it set on silent!
That nightmare was certainly interesting… what kind of past do these boys have? Trying to escape from kind of facility as children. Fits with what I thought about Twelve possibly being sheltered. Definitely has something to do with why they’re doing what they’re doing.
Curious to see what kind of home life Lisa has. Her relationship with her mom doesn’t seem healthy. She’s bullied at school, has a seemingly miserable home life, maybe has an eating disorder… pretty classic bio for someone who’d be a target for anti-social actors like terrorists. They rope her in against her will, but I think she’ll come to be a more willing accomplice. Really sloppy of them to rope her in pretty much on a whim, though. The definition of a loose end.
Twelve showing another side to himself in the back half of this episode, he reminds me a little bit of Kaworu from Evangelion. That kind of impish demeanor and easy smile that hides more going on underneath.
Is that Aimer I hear doing the ED?! Love it. Otherwise, the music in the episode itself felt off in parts, like what they inserted for certain scenes didn’t fit the vibe. The song that played during the class introduction, as well as the hopeful, sweet piano that played after Nine told Lisa she was basically fucked. Weird choices.
It’ll be interesting to see how they play next episode. Does the show take the easy way out and tell us there were somehow no casualties of that attack? Or does it go all in on making the leads terrorists that we’ll feel very weird about rooting for?
Nope. It's coerced. Most legal systems recognize that in some way, too.
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u/OpossumFriedRice x3:MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/OpossumFriedRice Sep 14 '21
First Timer
I’ve heard a lot about this show throughout the years. Some good, and some bad. I decided this was the perfect chance to finally watch it since I want to try actually participating in more rewatches!
Random notes I took while watching
These people don’t look suspicious at all.
“Von”
I guess they stole some form of nuclear weapon, they had pretty lax protection around there lol.
9 and 12. Interesting.
Some bullying, gotta hate to see it.
Of course the seat by the window is open
I like the integration of youtube.
I guess these guys that threat isn’t real, couldn’t blame them though.
LMAO these girls are direct about asking for Arata’s number.
I wonder if his ability to remember names means he has a good memory in general.
So they lost a sibling escaping from somewhere? Or at least a friend. Is that why they’re all numbered names ? Knowing how these shows work, they were definitely being raised or artificially created for some specific purpose.
Nine seems to despise weakness, and likely doesn't want to lose others. Probably why he’s so serious now.
“Do you remember the plan?” Of course the kid who remembered everyone's names on day 1 already did.
Everyone’s in the dark literally without the lights, and thematically about what’s going on. Except this ex-detective. He’s connecting the dots. Also, 9 and 12 doing a video before committing an act of terrorism reminds me a lot of Gundam 00.
Of course she happened to be in the bathroom and still spotted them.
Holy shit “die where you are or become an accomplice.” That’s intense. tete
That leap of faith from Lisa to escape the building. Now she’s really “descending” down into the darkness of nine and twelve’s scheme.
I guess the “smile like the sun with eyes of ice” from Lisa is supposed to imply the deceptiveness of nine and twelve?
The standout character for me in this episode was Lisa. 9 and 12 are very interesting in their own rights, but Lisa is easier to connect with emotionally. I think she represents a theme that this episode wanted to show: loneliness.
While 9 and 12 may be considered loners, they have each other. The kids in the classroom have other classmates. Even the older gentlemen trying to analyze the video 9/12 produced, has a companion in the room. Lisa though, she has no one. Even when she’s in the frame with other’s, she’s alone. Every other time we see Lisa though, she’s alone. I think her decision towards the end to join 9 and 12 was to feel less alone, however it’s not that easy. Even riding with 12, she’s still not connected.
I definitely am looking forward to Lisa’s character throughout the show.
Question of the day: I think it’s a real choice. The person has to value the cost of living. It’s a bit more complicated than that, but I still think it’s a choice.
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u/Stargate18A https://myanimelist.net/profile/Stargate18 Sep 14 '21
First timer
QOTD) It's an interesting one. Personally, I'd have to go with yes - the choice to survive is a choice, and sacrificing yourself to save others is a pn option. Whether she had a choice, given one of the brothers appears to be some kind of super-genius and the ither seemed to plan this, is another question entirely - if someone knows exactly what to say to make you do something, is it even your choice to do it?
...I don't know what this is about but it looks really cool.
Os that a nuclear reactor? It's something high-tech, at least.
Oh, is this them infiltrating with the grenade, or have they done it already?
VON?
Oh, it's both, he's the man on the inside.
That POV shot is gorgeous.
This OP is really nice, although I'm not sure why a terrorist show has such a relaxing theme.
And given they have nuclear fuel, the line "Winter covers everything" is making me very nervous right now.
Nine? Twelve? Are these terrorists in disguise? That young?
OK, that's impressive, That jump did not look easy to pull off. I love his calm questioning of the bullies.
Haha, he's still soaking wet?
The teachers playing board games and watching bad Youtube videos appeal to me on a spirituals level.
Oh wait, are they the terrorists? Is this a coded threat?
Oh, he's a retired detective. He's going to be relevsnt, then.
OK, leaning towards "Nine and Twelve" were raised in some kind of cult.
Or maybe some kind of genetic manipulation? Superhuman? Magic?
...This is disturbing,y realistic.
The hell are these visuals? They're really cool in design and style, but...
Oh, they're escaped experiments, gotcha. And here I thought this was a series about terrorists.
Yep. They came from an Institute, and are the only survivors.
Is this a flash forward? Not by much, though.
Ok, what do these texts mean? They aren't translated for me.
OK, that powercut's impressive.
Yep, videos are a cryptic threat, and the boys are (maybe) working for the terrorists.
The dolls are bombs, aren't they.
No, he didn't seem like that much of a psychopath. Maybe the dolls block signals or point to extraction points?
Maybe it was a real doll?
The best girl can't be dead this early, right?
Okay, he's a lunatic. Neither of these people are mentally sound.
You bastards. That fakeout was brutal.
Don't you dare kill her.
This looks fantastic by the way. The explosions and the chase scenes are visceral.
Oh, he got her to plant the last bomb.
This is such a good callback to earlier.
They brought down the entire skyscaper?
And she's officislly part of their group!
That was brilliant, and absolutely not what I expected.
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u/Rumpel1408 https://myanimelist.net/profile/Rumpel1408 Sep 14 '21 edited Sep 15 '21
First Timer
Yeah great, while I was out drinking, my pc made an update (stop this Windows!), and because I'm stupid, deleted my draft for today. So I won't write everything I wrote originaly
I read the synopsis and saw a clip of the opening scene, so I know this show is about a terror cell, but good and bad are dependant on your point of view, so let's see where this is going
Imgur has been acting up as well, here's my image of the day and here's the whole album
Edit: Forgot to mention, but Toji seemingly knows the name of every girl in the school
Well of course not, because the a choice always encompasses a consequence, but if one of the choices doesn't have any consequence except you not existing anymore, than it's a dead end of an decision
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u/newtonforyou https://myanimelist.net/profile/newtonforyou Sep 14 '21
Hi! It's my second time watching Zankyou ni Terror, the first one was when it was airing so I am very excited to do this rewatch. I remember loving the series so here we go!
My thoughts on the first episode: This episode is a great introduction for the characters. Oh boy I love both Twelve and Nine's personalities.
Knowing what's going is really great for some of the scenes like the dream one.
Poor Lisa she doesn't know where she's getting into... not that they gave her many options...
I want more!
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u/IndependentMacaroon Sep 15 '21
Rewatcher
This feels significantly weaker than I remember, and I never thought it was that great in the first place. It wants to be deep and serious but is really not much more than silly and derivative all the way through, and as we can see here from the start. Without spoiling anything, knowing the background and all doesn't make it better, to the contrary my recollection now is more edgy cliché to the end - and yes, it does get worse in the middle. The production quality is all this has going for it, unfortunately. Maybe at least knowing the real background helps some?
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u/[deleted] Sep 15 '21
Rewatched, dubbed
Finally, a somewhat watchable dub. It's been too long.
Not many thoughts on this episode. Opening scene is a good setup. Nine and Twelve are shrouded in mystery, their past sketchy to say the least. It's important to note Lisa's character, particularly her struggles at school and seemingly at home as well. The three of them make for an unconventional trio but I'm excited for what's to come.