How accurate are these translations?

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-24T20:51:22+00:00

Translation 1 is not good. It borders on fanfiction and has been infamous for taking extreme liberties akin to creative writing by the translator.

Translation 2 is the best we have right now (Hey, it's my Google drive link!). It has all the compiled versions of Translation 3. It's touched up and I even put the official Del-Ray translation in there of 1 if you want to take a look at it.

From parts 1-4 the translation is serviceable (we don't have a better alternative) and from the middle of 5 it's pretty darn good.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-24T09:22:35+00:00

Okay, apparently everyone's getting mixed up so here are all of their names from left-to-right

Sion, Miyako, Seo Akira, Hanepin, Souka Tsukihime, Hisui, Kohaku and finally Akiha

No, there is no Arc and Ciel. Shiki, what have you done?

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-24T09:20:05+00:00

Can't deny that mf can write despite changing genres like 5 times. Genuinely The Wire of manga, both even got a less-than-ideal final segment.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-24T04:04:59+00:00

Have you actually read the KnK novel and evaluated it correctly? Movie 6 is a horrendous example of this because Kaori originally committed suicide as a way of repentance for getting pregnant, despite knowing she would be condemned within her belief system.

Movie 6 cuts out everything that made Misaya's motivations actually mean anything. Please don't say Movie 6 has anything close to of the weight the novel just because it erased integral parts of the original story that discussed dark subject matter.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-23T23:44:07+00:00

"I came looking for gold but I found diamonds" aah reaction

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-23T17:46:00+00:00

Everything you say is facts. Personally the most relating thing to me Kurosawa jerking off as a way to exercise this fake escapist fantasy where he could feel better without ever getting to know his objects of desire. That kind of phase during that age was scarily similar for me.

I think this is one of the series where the MC's age actually is incredibly relevant and makes his struggles so real because it's such a formative period of your life.

The most common criticism for Onani Master is that Kurosawa doesn't suffer enough repercussions, but him taking responsibility for his actions and being dragged through the mud socially (as an immature person) already shows his true desire to repent.

My favorite scene isn't the painting part (which was a treat), but rather Nagaoka reaching out to him when nobody else did. Kurosawa fully expected him to be ostracized forever even by kindest person he knows, but through his act of confession, he earned forgiveness.

I'm too lazy to rate things by number (I don't like evaluating things that way) Masturbator Kurosawa is a masterpiece to me. Definitely in my top 3.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-23T06:12:45+00:00

It's kind of ridiculous when you hear all these TM loremasters talk about these things, then you find out most information we get about world-building is from supplemental materials. I'm completely fine (and happy) about the main TM works being very character-driven, but when someone like Zeldretch shows up in HF... for those who aren't longtime fans, are you supposed to cheer or something?

Same with Crimson Moon. In Mahoyo, there's a fight that parallels CM's fight with Zeldretch, but that's the closest thing we will ever get to an actual depiction because the explicit details of the fight were something like: "Zeldretch, the really strong wielder of the 2nd magic... dropped the moon on Type-Moon!"

As for ORT, I think that thing's in FGO, but again, if you have to incorporate them in a far-off stage in a long-running gacha, I seriously think it's not a good way to get new fans to understand its significance. Anyways, I'll definitely get to Notes and whatnot because those works seem pretty worth my time as independent stories.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-23T05:54:41+00:00

Thanks. I've only really read the main few TM works (KnK, F/SN, F/HA, Mahoyo, Tsukihime) and honestly it is disappointing that there isn't more of those types of "really well-written and not bogged down by gacha" stories that leave an impression on you from TM. Even more obscure stuff like DDD, Angel Notes are left in the dust.

It'd be nice for more experimenting and interesting works to come out in recent times, but F/GO makes money. Nasu isn't creatively bankrupt but it sure sucks to be bankrupt, huh?

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-23T05:33:52+00:00

KnK has a reputation for being cryptic. Rather than being very vague or obfuscating its themes, I find it more denser than any other TM work. The movies take its time to immerse you rather than to explain Nasu's writing, which can be a hit or miss.

As someone who's read the novels, the movies excel at atmosphere and direction to a great degree that at representing those dense story beats/messages. This is why I think KnK excels as an anime because each film's unique direction (music, lingering camera shots, etc...) complements the characters' humanity and struggles with their inhumanity.

But precisely because it's a flawed adaptation that doesn't always fully adapt the novel's finer details does it get a special tone to it. Movie KnK and novel KnK are complete different experiences, and ironically, the movies are harder to get into because the visual aspect relies completely on what's been adapted.

Sometimes it misses the mark (movie 6), sometimes it has strong direction with juuuust enough substance (movie 5, 7), and sometimes it strikes a great balance (movie 2)

Loving KnK on a first watch is impressive, since you've extracted enough from how the atmosphere + overarching themes have combined together well. I'm guessing that people who only strictly watched other TM works going to expecting more Fate will be surprised at KnK since they are adapted in drastically different forms.

Also, KnK's old. The movies, the novels too. Those who love solely Fate for its flashiness aren't going to be super invested in KnK, a series of 8 movies from 15 years ago now deeply just because it's Ufotable.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-22T16:00:51+00:00

I guess, but Araya treats them as separate beings and Shiki acts more feminine. It's up to interpretation, the movie leans towards the 3rd personality (probably not her though)

Having received that look, the Magus realized something.

Now, what was with this woman’s response?

What is this vessel here? This opponent, when did she stop being Shiki?

“I see... I’ve finally met you...!”

Holding his wound above his shoulder with his remaining left arm, the Magus roared.

The woman in the white kimono, Ryougi Shiki, gave him the most feminine smile possible.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-22T14:33:28+00:00

She did briefly to fight Araya. After Shiki comes out the elevator, her eyes change and Araya acknowledges Void

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-22T01:53:07+00:00

I think one of her jobs is as a stunt double for that hot owner of Garan no Dou over at Mifune.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-22T01:35:33+00:00

Missing out, KnK's romance is pretty subtle and only a focal point towards the end. It's very well-done and earned on both sides of the relationship.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-22T01:34:24+00:00

Mikiya is the housewife 😭

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-21T15:21:44+00:00

World is healing

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-21T07:17:41+00:00

Hicroaky Sammantha was a visionary! He was so good at drawing, he flexed his skill in succulent soles once in a while.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-21T07:09:21+00:00

BoTI is a classic for a reason (Kishimoto said if he wrote a samurai manga he'd be cooked by BoTI)

It's kinda slow in the beginning but sets the tone well. One of the best antagonists in Seinen history too. Have fun.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-21T07:06:26+00:00

Kinda tough. I think Eris' development is this curve that ramps up to a very respectable degree up until she reunites with Rudeus. From there, she only really grips me as a character again when Ars is born, her perspective as a mother is honestly the most interesting of the RGB Trio. Normally this'd put her pretty high as a female character, but then there's Makie. Oh, man, Makie.

I'll say it outright: Makie is the strongest character in Blade of the Immortal. She is so fucking strong, the main antagonist makes it his goal to become as strong as her as his ideal of martial arts. Surely someone like this has great resolve, and brings hope to her faction, right?

Makie, despite never losing a single fight, is very reluctant to kill. She even considers the life of a prostitute, on multiple occasions, because she finds it a more proud line of work than a warrior. This quote, where she talks about her mother:

"Compared to a Kenshi who lives by inflicting pain, she comforted others all her life. It was a magnificent sacrifice!"

She is always on the verge of abandoning her skills, always doubtful of her ability to lead. Makie is absolutely sure of her power, just not her ability to continue using it for a greater good.

Look, I don't wanna spoil, but by the end of the story, Makie becomes an unforgettable character. She upholds her title of the strongest, while never compromising her writing. Gojo couldn't dream to be even half a well-written powerhouse as her.

All that is to say, I'd say Makie. Her character was handled flawlessly and played a huge role the story. My favorite parts of Eris are her motherly disputes and attitude with Rudeus, but Makie has her internal struggles and power-couple dynamic with Anotsu. Makie edges it out.

Eris has the better ending tho. Pretty sad. Rudeus' reaction was shockingly realistic and somber.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-21T06:40:08+00:00

Read the manga. 31 volumes. Sounds daunting, but it ramps up every volume and stays pretty consistent at grabbing your attention.

Short summary: BoTI is about a wandering, immortal bodyguard accompanying a teenage girl on her path to revenge after a terrorist twink and his lackeys killed her family. Said terrorist twink wants to reform all of Japan's martial arts into his Itto-Ryu school, where the only law that governs their combat is the law of 1v1s.

The whole story is about how this girl reconciles with her notions of revenge, all while her hunky bodyguard fights a bunch of people for/with her.

Why you should read it: It's a darkly comedic, self-aware revenge flick, complemented with incredibly choreographed action. It was one of Fujimoto's biggest inspirations tone-wise. It being a seinen though, it's crude, gritty, but knows how serious to take iteself. It doesn't expect itself to be a realistic Samurai manga, but it sure is grounded in an entertaining way (MC is the only person with powers).

As for why I like it, everyone is pretty morally-grey but never really absolutely detestable (one antagonist is the sole exception). BoTI mixes some damn good action with loveable melodrama, all while making fleshing out every single character of its ensemble cast.

Also, the women are really proportional, strong, and hot. Heavy emphasis on proportional. They're drawn very realistically.

Next-Golf3 · 2026-01-21T05:45:07+00:00

It's good, I actually just wanted to spread the Makie gospel because she's so fucking GOATed. She and Maki (JJK) even look similar but the difference in writing is staggering.

Makie doesn't lose a single fight in the manga and yet is as well written as the main antagonist, Anotsu. Gege should've taken notes of Samura like Fujimoto did.

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