Viz’s listings for the “Viz Big” (ombinus, three-in-one) releases of DB volume 1 and DBZ volume 1 now say 03 June 2008, as opposed to 06 May 2008 which they had previously been listed at — that is a delay of about a month.
So these covers have been out for a little while, but only on Amazon Japan. Toei’s site was finally updated, and so will we. As with all the other releases so far, discs #07 and #08 contain six episodes each, covering episodes 037 thru 048, and are slated to be released 09 May 2008.
You can still order any of the previously released discs or any of these discs from Amazon Japan.
Episode #0126 of the podcast is available for download! As you know, the “Chouzenshuu” set finally came in, so we gave some more thoughts on it during the course of the show. We also talked about all the big news from the week, hit up some great e-mails, and gave away that Commander Red two-disc set! Definitely check it out.
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Episode #0126! VegettoEX and Meri review the so-called “Chouzenshuu” set (actually the “Complete Song Collection Box”). 13 CDs, a couple hundred songs… how is it, and who is it for? Some great news about a possible new animation for DB, great e-mails, and our DVD set contest winner round out the episode.
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First up, the new IGN blog from Donny Clay has been updated. There is really nothing new (or of interest, really), but it is great to see that IGN is at least gung-ho to allow this type of promotion. 1UP actually has their own preview of the game up, as well, from their visit to Namco-Bandai in Japan; if you’re looking for a more non-biased write-up of the game than Donny Clay’s, this one might be more up your alley.
The official Japanese site for the game has updated with a new, narrated trailer. Pretty good stuff. It is not completely narrated by Masako Nozawa like the vast majority of other games’ trailers, but it is a fun watch, none-the-less.
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Finally, back over here in the US, GameStop is offering a free t-shirt that will be shipped with all pre-orders of “Burst Limit” (both for the Xbox 360 and the PS3). If you can wait a day or so for it to show up and want an extra shirt, it is not too bad a deal.
Episode #0125 of the podcast is available for download! It’s funny when we record on Friday and things happen over the next couple days that completely contradict statements made in the episode… like the Chôzenshû showing up, and Julian being alive. Anyway, this week Meri and I took a look at another fun inconsistency between the original manga and TV series. Like the last two, you’ll find a video over on YouTube showcasing the panels, the actual scene, etc. You can also check out our “Video” page, which has all of the other videos, as well. Hope you enjoy it! Also keep in mind that we’re running a contest to win a free copy of the Commander Red Saga 2-disc set, and this will be your last week to enter. Listen in for details, along with all the other fun stuff. Definitely check it out.
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Episode #0125! VegettoEX and Meri tackle yet another inconsistency between the manga and TV series. In DBZ TV episode 95, Piccolo is shot through the chest by Freeza after knocking Goku out of the way. However, in the manga, it doesn’t appear that Piccolo actually pushes Goku out of the way, and rather, the blast was intended for Piccolo all along. Your e-mails and the last chance to enter the current contest round out the episode.
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We are going to somewhat be getting some newly animated Dragon Ball…!
This year’s 21st issue (released on April 21) of Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine has announced that a “Jump Super Anime Tour” will visit 10 Japanese cities this fall with new anime specials for Dragon Ball and One Piece. The tour is the eighth project that celebrates the 40th anniversary of the magazine. The magazine also hints that at least one other title will also be animated.
This is pretty awesome news. We will definitely be sending Julian to one of the events for first-hand reports. Lucky bastard…
Episode #0124 of the podcast is available for download! We were out of town all weekend, so I recorded an episode Friday afternoon with Jeff. That’s right, no Meri or Julian! While it’s quite blasphemous, the episode that was intended to be short ended up being normal length, and the episode that was intended to have no real topic ended up having a semi-real topic! We discussed part one of IGN’s “What’s Wrong With DBZ” series of articles, and probably have a lot to say about it that you aren’t expecting (or perhaps are expecting, based on what you’ve read in the below update). Yes, we know that IGN has posted up part two, but this was recorded before that… and yet, we still managed to predict their final point pretty dead-on! Definitely check it out.
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Episode #0124! VegettoEX records an episode without anyone else, but decides he should at least invite Jeff over to make it more interesting than a conversation with himself. Our first episode without a real “topic” section ends up with one, anyway, discussing IGN’s intriguing “What’s Wrong With DBZ” series of articles. Your e-mails and our on-going DVD contest round out the episode.
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This is the kind of article and analysis I can get behind. Before anyone gets all upset and wonders how on Earth such obviously-die-hard-fans of the series can criticize it to such an extent, please remember the first part of this sentence: die-hard-fans. Speaking solely for myself, I have been a part of this fandom for well over ten years, and I am so comfortable with my undying love that I have absolutely no problem pointing out flaws in the story.
Dragon Ball is one of those shows you love in spite of its flaws — that is really saying a lot for Toriyama’s talent as a writer.
So check out the article over on IGN with an open mind and the same love of the series you have come to expect from us here. I am really looking forward to “Part Two”, if they get around to writing it, since I honestly agree with every single point raised in part one. Maybe some of those filler inconsistencies can be raised in part two…? I know some people who would love to help out with some examples… ^_~
Big thanks to Futabatei Shimei for digging up information on a new CD for us. With what will hopefully have better results than the “2005 Ver” releases of “CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA” and “Makafushigi Adventure!”, TEAM Entertainment will be releasing a “21st Century Version” mini-album consisting of the Dragon Ball opening and ending themes, an old image song, two new (image?) songs, some remixes, and even an English version! All these from Ushio Hashimoto and Hiroki Takahashi (the songs’ original performers), no less!
Romantikku Ageru yo (21st Century ver.) /
Makafushigi Adobenchâ! (21st Century ver.)
Ushio Hashimoto / Hiroki Takahashi
KDSD-210
¥1600
8 tracks
04 June 2008
| Track 1: | ロマンティックあげるよ（21st century ver.） Romantikku Ageru yo (21st Century ver.) I’ll Give You Romance! (21st Century Version) |
| Track 2: | 魔訶不思議アドベンチャー（21st century ver.） Makafushigi Adobenchâ! (21st century ver.) Mystical Adventure! (21st Century Version) |
| Track 3: | Ｍｒ．ドリームを探せ（21st century ver.） Mr. Dorîmu o Sagase (21st century ver.) Hunt For Mr. Dream (21st Century Version) |
| Track 4: | 碧い星に生まれて Aoi Hoshi ni Umarete Born On A Blue Star |
| Track 5: | イナズマｃｈａｌｌｅｎｇｅｒ Inazuma challenger Inazuma Challenger |
| Track 6: | ロマンティックあげるよ（Remix ver.） Romantikku Ageru yo (Remix ver.) I’ll Give You Romance! (Remix Version) |
| Track 7: | 魔訶不思議アドベンチャー（Remix ver.） Makafushigi Adobenchâ! (Remix ver.) Mystical Adventure! (Remix Version) |
| Track 8: | 魔訶不思議アドベンチャー（English ver．） Makafushigi Adobenchâ! (English ver.) Mystical Adventure! (English Version) |
That is some pretty neat stuff right there. We have the obvious opening and closing themes to Dragon Ball, along with one of the better image songs of the time. Tracks 4 & 5 are completely new, and are performed by both Ushio Hashimoto and Hiroki Takahashi (the other songs on the album are solo versions just like the originals). Of extreme interest is that final track, touted as an “English Version” of the series’ opening theme!
We look forward to getting more information on the CD, which drops 04 June 2008 in Japan.
Episode #0123 of the podcast is available for download! Julian abandoned us for a week, but he probably had a pretty good reason. We took a look through volume fifteen of the manga in our awesome “Manga Review of Awesomeness”. It was pretty awesome. I think it involved some manga, too. In all seriousness, the storyline is hitting some dramatic highs, and Toriyama is certainly showing some incredible evolution and maturity as an author. In addition to this, we’re also starting up a podcast-exclusive contest where you can win a free Commander Red Saga DVD set. Listen in for details, of course. Definitely check it out.
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Episode #0123! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff tackle volume 15 of the manga in our regular “Manga Review of Awesomeness” segment. We are closing in towards the final battle, and we have seen a lot of maturity in the author in terms of overall story structure and character development. Your e-mails and a contest to win a free DB DVD set round out the episode.
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