Yep that's another way of watching it too. And myself, I think just before 10 is the best way.
David Caine
2018-03-19 13:19:57 +0000 UTC
I really hope we're getting season 2 tonight.....
Dean Cyphers
2018-03-19 03:31:48 +0000 UTC
The wait between season one and two was so long that I was able to watch the show, forget almost everything that happened, re-watch the entire show, then like a year later I watched the entire show AGAIN after the second season was announced so I could have everything fresh in my mind.
Drew
2018-03-19 01:37:28 +0000 UTC
I'd say for the "unadultered mind fuckage" he should watch it just /after/ episode 4. And I do think the OVA is most effective viewed right before episode 10. I can't tell what viewing experience Jimmy would prefer though.
G G
2018-03-18 22:57:20 +0000 UTC
I agree with all this.
David Caine
2018-03-18 20:55:56 +0000 UTC
Season 2 and the brutal cliffhangers, should be hilarious to see the disappointment and frustration between episodes. Even better than this season, it will be a hell of a ride. Regarding Ilse's Notebook episode, watch it whenever you like. If you want to watch it as it was released in the manga, then watch it before season 2. If you want unadulterated mind fuckage, wait until just before episode 4 of season 2. It also fits nicely just before episode 10 of season 2. Or just wait after season 2, but the episode's impact and relevance might be diminished by then. Your choice and preference, and you will understand why people recommend various ways of watching it.
David Caine
2018-03-18 20:52:17 +0000 UTC
Ooooh! Can't wait for season 2!
Bloodchronism
2018-03-18 09:12:23 +0000 UTC
"Was that a bad translation or were they actually merging?" Don't quote me, but I don't think they were actually merging. I think it looked like that to whomever exclaimed that. What was probably happening was a massive release of energy as Annie formed that crystalline structure around herself? So much energy/heat that it was, idk, melting Eren's skin? Okay but this is such a great scene. We see Eren at his most inhuman ("I will destroy the entire world" and literally about to EAT Annie) and at the same time we see Annie at her most human and vulnerable (which, like I said, stops him dead in his tracks). Lordddd I could go on forever about Eren and Annie based on their scenes together so far.
G G
2018-03-18 04:09:17 +0000 UTC
1. Erwin 4. Levi 5. Annie. Look at that, all my favorites in your top 5 :'). For me in s1 it's 1. Annie 2. Erwin + Levi. I agree with your thoughts on Erwin. Not only is he a man of unwavering convictions, but he has the absolute faith and trust of people like Levi and Hanji. As for Annie, I just love her. Human and Titan Annie is beautiful, deadly, intelligent, powerful, and so lonely. I feel for her. If we assume that she has always been a spy and a titan shifter since 5 years back when the wall came down...I mean, damn, she was 11 years old. (Fun fact: we first see 11 y/o Annie standing in line for food rations in ep2.) An 11 year old killer and titan. How messed up is that. (And I appreciate that Eren also has a soft spot for Annie. In the midst of his greatest Eren Rage ever, he saw her crying and froze, his rage gone in an instant.) Anyway, can't wait for your s2 reactions. Some insanely amazing stuff coming up.
G G
2018-03-18 03:55:15 +0000 UTC
I'll say it again: Ilse's Notebook is way more effective when watched between seasons 1 and 2. No Regrets works whenever but since it is a 2-parter it should be watched in one sitting.
Username
2018-03-18 03:44:49 +0000 UTC
Can't wait for S2!! Glad you didn't have to wait 4 years for it like we did lol because it was one hell of a wait. Also, really happy that your #1 is Erwin. I feel a lot of people didn't really pay enough attention to Erwin in S1, but knowing you and the kind of characters you like, I shouldn't be all that surprised.
Lalisa Truong
2018-03-18 03:42:49 +0000 UTC
Ilse Notebook before episode 4 of season 3. And No Regrets and Lost Girl OVA after Season 2. No Regrets is better connected to season 3 imo.
Jordan Blackmore
2018-03-18 03:40:14 +0000 UTC
lol you right, typed that to fast
John
2018-03-18 03:30:19 +0000 UTC
OVA. Not amv.
Username
2018-03-18 03:29:08 +0000 UTC
You should really watch the no regrets amv, its the story of the great Levi
John
2018-03-18 03:27:29 +0000 UTC
So happy to hear Erwin is your number one, he is mine as well, and trust me when I say he only gets better.
Drew
2018-03-18 03:27:00 +0000 UTC
I highly recommend you react to the No Regrets OVA before season 2.
Drew
2018-03-18 03:23:00 +0000 UTC
Man I cannot wait for you to get into season two, it is shorter, but honestly it might be better.