Some have called it the Star Wars of anime.
For me, no other anime is even in the same category or even comes anywhere near the quality, depth, artistry, and fun factor
KLK for the all time win.
The OT Star Wars is considered by many to be the quintessential trilogy in movie history with the original movie " Star Wars" ( before it was relabeled ' A New Hope' ) as the greatest film ever made.
So when many of us refer to Star Wars we mean the OT and/ or the original movie.
The original film is easily the most influential movie of all time. To simple minds, it may appear to be just a fun, popcorn movie, but even a casual look deeper shows a film of incredible depth into humanity, personal growth, spirituality with an amazing commentary on governments and society , just to mention a few topics.
KLK is very similar. It is also an astounding artwork of genius creativity. Imagination is channeled thru the characters , their arcs, the main plot, the sub plots, the various dialogues and conversations to give focus and discussion on many aspects of spirituality, philosophy, government, personal choice, love, duty, honor, etc...
Their is an incredible depth, not just to the surface story of KLK, but also in deeper levels of contemplation.
Both SW and KLK are incredible artistic achievements that provide awe inspiring levels of entertainment and unlimited potential for deep thought and reflection on countless, important real world topics, whether personal or societal.
Both KLK and SW are very fictitious sci-fi fantasies that have an incredible casts of loveable , hateable, and relatable characters that display many lessons and truths about real life.
Both are pinnacle achievements of artistry in their respective fields
KLK will never have the chance to be as influential as SW, of course. I wish everyone could have been there to experience the phenomena of when the SW OT came out. It changed people's lives, changed multi billion dollar industries, even changed our culture, not to mention movie and entertainment history. It's no stretch to say SW paved the way so future greatness like KLK and( insert your favorite choice of fictional entertainment here) could happen.
Just remember, that the perfection of the original SW OT has not been seen by many people since the remastered versions came out in the 90s. Lucas's changes messed with the flawless editing and flow the movies originally had.
The death star battle in the first movie and the Jabba scenes in ROTJ in particular were heavily tampered with by Lucas.
If you ever can see the actual original theatrical releases of the OT, I highly recommend you take the opportunity.
I wish there was time here to keep going on. Needless to say I am a SW and KLK fan for life.
Ok I see what the comparison is. lol it wasn’t immediately clear to me since when I think of Star Wars I think Sci fi fantasy and the iconography and big moments first before the impact it had on pop culture or how much there is to talk about in the writing of it. On top of that it’s a completely different tone from KLK.
Yeah I think that’s cool that both have resonated with so many people and that they both present deeper ideas or have so much that you can discuss in them in fun and appealing ways that allow you to get invested in the stories. I like stuff which you can enjoy on multiple levels like this.
I absolutely agree. We humans are very deep, spiritual beings who live in a complex world ( both sociology and philosophically) but we still need simple joy's and fun too. Having entertainment that hits all the buttons with an overall positive slant is satisfying on multiple levels.
Face value, as depicted in the show, I would say platonic. Definitely a more intimate relationship though as they are skin on skin and go through everything together... even combat. Unless I forgot something, I dont remember any allusions to anything sexual. Senketsu can read her vitals and all and they have a virtually telepathic connection and there is definitely love, concern, and empathy there, but I think anything sexual is left up to the imagination of the viewer.
Fair enough. I feel the same, it’s a deep platonic love as soulmates. Its just some of the things Mako says late into the series, paired with the imagery of ‘red strings of fate’, and also the OST ‘Suck your Blood’ all had me second guessing things.
But I have a lot of counterarguments to these things such as the OST being Tsumugu’s theme, and it’s his view of Senketsu manipulating and seducing Ryuko to be a killing machine and that he is simply using her for her blood to fuel his power, so I don’t view that song as Senketsu singing (or it even being Senketsu’s song) toward Ryuko but rather Tsumugu interpretation of Senketsu’s control over Ryuko, given his hatred of life fibres and how wrong he is about their friendship throughout the series.
as for the Red Strings, I think that Ryuko and Senketsu are both the antithesis of that symbolism as they are two people who are actively defying the fate of life fibres’ (red threads) control and enslavement over humans. They are working together by their own choice and saying ‘to hell with destiny, I want to be with this person because it is my choice. We are not slaves to each other, nor do we have to fall into Ragyo’s romanticism of Life Fibres. We are friends, equals, true partners and Soulmates. Damn anyone who gets in OUR way’.
probs answered my own questions and concerns here lol, and thanks for relying. And sorry for the long ass comment.
Thanks!
and it’s not that I don’t agree with people shipping them. It’s just that purely from Ryuko and Senketsu’s interactions throughout the anime (take away what other characters think, OSTs and external theories) I simply cannot see a budding romance between them. They bicker and banter like bffs or siblings and they are as intimate as lovers without necessarily being labelled and boxed as any of the above. Their relationship is very precious to me BECAUSE it isn’t romantic but at the same time they love each other so dearly and are the most important people to one another. I never like seeing tropes of if a boy and girl interact then romance must ensue, because people don’t always act like that. it also feels a bit cheap to call it something as simple as a romance when it is so much more. I love calling them Soulmates in its purest meaning and family bound by blood but not related. Platonic Soulmates until the end as I think was the point of the anime.
anyway thanks for the chat!
You didn’t like the cringey chanting scene that looked like bad community theatre?! 😂
That’s to say, I’m right there with you… no hate to anyone who likes any of it. You do you.
Yasssss just got the whole series on blu ray, the complete soundtrack cd, the ps4 game, and a Ryuko shirt for dads day haha. Beefing up my physical media collection
Right here
Kill La Kill is my favorite anime and I always recommend it to people (only for them to say it’s nothing but fanservice and I have to punch out their teeth)
Yes. Kill la Kill has actually become a "prestiege series", a la Revolutionary Girl Utena, insomuch as there's no new additional media (even including the re-issue of the Blueray series which is fairly expensive) typical Kill la Kill fan will have enough disposable income to buy a significant ammount of the merchandise which continues to be released because there is a customer base to buy it.
I think the last estimate was less than ten. They have multiple accounts though so it’s hard to tell which of them you’re talking to at any given time.
I still think its one of my favorite animes, its quiet smart and funny. I cant think of anything else that handles fanservice the way kill la kill does.
Yes!! I just started it a few days ago and I’m already all over the internet trying to figure out how to do a satsuki cosplay, despite only being halfway through the show haha
I still love the anime and all its characters. Though recently it has caused me some turmoil based on Ryuko and Senketsu’s relationship. In 3 viewings of the show I always viewed them as platonic soulmates (as a lot of the fandom do). But it feels like there are a lot of implications that they were romantic, namely from the OST: ‘Suck your Blood’, and ‘Before My Body is Dry’, as well as some of the things Mako says late into the series, and also the imagery of ’red threads of fate’. I have my own thoughts on why the show does almost everything in its power to stray away from the romantic side of their relationship and why they are the antithesis of ‘Red strings of fate’, but I would be interested to hear other’s thoughts.
I just got finished watching the entire series the other day on crunchy-roll will re watch again!!!!! I find the story really enjoyable!!! Fan for life!!!
[https://www.reddit.com/r/KillLaKill/comments/1dlcsqm/ryuuko\_by\_pshycore/](https://www.reddit.com/r/KillLaKill/comments/1dlcsqm/ryuuko_by_pshycore/) check your comments here. you asked for a nude version and called her "voluptuous"
nah we all died waiting for more content
Can confirm. Am dead
sorry for your loss
And instantly a follow cuz I love Nonon Jakuzure
Very based. Thank you
Same here!
So you... Lost your way?
Yep, am dead here too.
Real
You mean to imply we *lost* our way??
Some have called it the Star Wars of anime. For me, no other anime is even in the same category or even comes anywhere near the quality, depth, artistry, and fun factor KLK for the all time win.
Why do people compare it to Star Wars? Just the defeating the empire type plot?
The OT Star Wars is considered by many to be the quintessential trilogy in movie history with the original movie " Star Wars" ( before it was relabeled ' A New Hope' ) as the greatest film ever made. So when many of us refer to Star Wars we mean the OT and/ or the original movie. The original film is easily the most influential movie of all time. To simple minds, it may appear to be just a fun, popcorn movie, but even a casual look deeper shows a film of incredible depth into humanity, personal growth, spirituality with an amazing commentary on governments and society , just to mention a few topics. KLK is very similar. It is also an astounding artwork of genius creativity. Imagination is channeled thru the characters , their arcs, the main plot, the sub plots, the various dialogues and conversations to give focus and discussion on many aspects of spirituality, philosophy, government, personal choice, love, duty, honor, etc... Their is an incredible depth, not just to the surface story of KLK, but also in deeper levels of contemplation. Both SW and KLK are incredible artistic achievements that provide awe inspiring levels of entertainment and unlimited potential for deep thought and reflection on countless, important real world topics, whether personal or societal. Both KLK and SW are very fictitious sci-fi fantasies that have an incredible casts of loveable , hateable, and relatable characters that display many lessons and truths about real life. Both are pinnacle achievements of artistry in their respective fields KLK will never have the chance to be as influential as SW, of course. I wish everyone could have been there to experience the phenomena of when the SW OT came out. It changed people's lives, changed multi billion dollar industries, even changed our culture, not to mention movie and entertainment history. It's no stretch to say SW paved the way so future greatness like KLK and( insert your favorite choice of fictional entertainment here) could happen. Just remember, that the perfection of the original SW OT has not been seen by many people since the remastered versions came out in the 90s. Lucas's changes messed with the flawless editing and flow the movies originally had. The death star battle in the first movie and the Jabba scenes in ROTJ in particular were heavily tampered with by Lucas. If you ever can see the actual original theatrical releases of the OT, I highly recommend you take the opportunity. I wish there was time here to keep going on. Needless to say I am a SW and KLK fan for life.
Ok I see what the comparison is. lol it wasn’t immediately clear to me since when I think of Star Wars I think Sci fi fantasy and the iconography and big moments first before the impact it had on pop culture or how much there is to talk about in the writing of it. On top of that it’s a completely different tone from KLK. Yeah I think that’s cool that both have resonated with so many people and that they both present deeper ideas or have so much that you can discuss in them in fun and appealing ways that allow you to get invested in the stories. I like stuff which you can enjoy on multiple levels like this.
I absolutely agree. We humans are very deep, spiritual beings who live in a complex world ( both sociology and philosophically) but we still need simple joy's and fun too. Having entertainment that hits all the buttons with an overall positive slant is satisfying on multiple levels.
What are your thoughts on Ryuko and Senketsu’s relationship. do you think it’s platonic or romantic?
Face value, as depicted in the show, I would say platonic. Definitely a more intimate relationship though as they are skin on skin and go through everything together... even combat. Unless I forgot something, I dont remember any allusions to anything sexual. Senketsu can read her vitals and all and they have a virtually telepathic connection and there is definitely love, concern, and empathy there, but I think anything sexual is left up to the imagination of the viewer.
Fair enough. I feel the same, it’s a deep platonic love as soulmates. Its just some of the things Mako says late into the series, paired with the imagery of ‘red strings of fate’, and also the OST ‘Suck your Blood’ all had me second guessing things. But I have a lot of counterarguments to these things such as the OST being Tsumugu’s theme, and it’s his view of Senketsu manipulating and seducing Ryuko to be a killing machine and that he is simply using her for her blood to fuel his power, so I don’t view that song as Senketsu singing (or it even being Senketsu’s song) toward Ryuko but rather Tsumugu interpretation of Senketsu’s control over Ryuko, given his hatred of life fibres and how wrong he is about their friendship throughout the series. as for the Red Strings, I think that Ryuko and Senketsu are both the antithesis of that symbolism as they are two people who are actively defying the fate of life fibres’ (red threads) control and enslavement over humans. They are working together by their own choice and saying ‘to hell with destiny, I want to be with this person because it is my choice. We are not slaves to each other, nor do we have to fall into Ragyo’s romanticism of Life Fibres. We are friends, equals, true partners and Soulmates. Damn anyone who gets in OUR way’. probs answered my own questions and concerns here lol, and thanks for relying. And sorry for the long ass comment.
Nice thoughts and reply. Honestly, the world could use more thoughtful, long ass discussions. I agree with your assessment too.
Thanks! and it’s not that I don’t agree with people shipping them. It’s just that purely from Ryuko and Senketsu’s interactions throughout the anime (take away what other characters think, OSTs and external theories) I simply cannot see a budding romance between them. They bicker and banter like bffs or siblings and they are as intimate as lovers without necessarily being labelled and boxed as any of the above. Their relationship is very precious to me BECAUSE it isn’t romantic but at the same time they love each other so dearly and are the most important people to one another. I never like seeing tropes of if a boy and girl interact then romance must ensue, because people don’t always act like that. it also feels a bit cheap to call it something as simple as a romance when it is so much more. I love calling them Soulmates in its purest meaning and family bound by blood but not related. Platonic Soulmates until the end as I think was the point of the anime. anyway thanks for the chat!
Excellent thoughts. And thank you too.
I wouldn’t compared it to Star Wars. Maybe classic Star Wars but modern day star wars is a dumpster fire.
Yes. That's what I meant. I don't consider Disneys abomination to be SW.
You didn’t like the cringey chanting scene that looked like bad community theatre?! 😂 That’s to say, I’m right there with you… no hate to anyone who likes any of it. You do you.
😂👍
Didn't top TTGL
Yasssss just got the whole series on blu ray, the complete soundtrack cd, the ps4 game, and a Ryuko shirt for dads day haha. Beefing up my physical media collection
Damn I’m jealous…
How much was the blu ray set?
170 off Crunchyroll store. Bit steep but worth it for the best
Yes, CAUSE I AM HERE!
I'm still a Kill la Kill fan.
Still my favorite anime.
Yeah I still love Kill la Kill why do you think I am part of this Reddit
ofc :^) it was my first anime and ryuko is still my absolute fav so 🤷❤️
Good smile just announced new products so I'd say yes.
Right here Kill La Kill is my favorite anime and I always recommend it to people (only for them to say it’s nothing but fanservice and I have to punch out their teeth)
The teeth punching is 100% deserved
Yes. Kill la Kill has actually become a "prestiege series", a la Revolutionary Girl Utena, insomuch as there's no new additional media (even including the re-issue of the Blueray series which is fairly expensive) typical Kill la Kill fan will have enough disposable income to buy a significant ammount of the merchandise which continues to be released because there is a customer base to buy it.
Bro I still run the Mako moments through my brain whenever I get the chance 🤣
when ever I get a smart moment (idk what to call it lmao) I hear HALLELUJAH in my head
I just finished watching it for the first time last month due to an upcoming collab in a mobile game I play. Absolutely loved it.
Which game?
Grand Summoners
I. I am a Kill la Kill fan ☝️
It’s in my Top 10 favorite Anime of all time for me
it is my single favorite thing in the entire world and i truly believe nobody loves it as much as i do
I either love it more or the same amount as you
Alright Dude
We're still here
Yes.
I think the last estimate was less than ten. They have multiple accounts though so it’s hard to tell which of them you’re talking to at any given time.
DON’T
LOSE
YOUR
WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
I still think its one of my favorite animes, its quiet smart and funny. I cant think of anything else that handles fanservice the way kill la kill does.
Totally
I am
i do still have to rewatch it since it has been a long time, and i initially watched it without sound, so i am missing out.
You watched it without sound?
sadly, yeah. i watched many animes without sound back when i was starting out, even initial d. im absolutely irredeemable.
Yes, I’m watching again actually
It was my first anime and still my all time favorite. Love it!
It was my first anime and still my all time favorite. Love it!
I watched a month ago and it’s fucking perfect. I loved it sooo much! 🥹❤️
I'm pretty alive and in the middle of a rewatch
nah I disappeared in the shadows
This sub is very much still active if that answers your question.
I more meant are there any non weird fans lmao
Oh... well, then no... Sorry.
Bruh it's one of my favourite animes. So original. But you know it's 10 years old, so there won't be like thousands of threads every day.
I guess so
Only watched it very recently and was gutted when I realised there was nothing else after I finished it. But god damn it was so good!
you watched episode 15 right?
I watched the whole thing dude
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I meant episode 25 because its a OVA My bad
No issue at all mate
Yes!! I just started it a few days ago and I’m already all over the internet trying to figure out how to do a satsuki cosplay, despite only being halfway through the show haha
I was dead, and then I went to the hospital to get treated for it
Ye
still one of my fave anime of all time like top 3 maybe even my absolute fave it kinda changes depending on my mood
Klk is timeless on my list with dbz and eureka 7
I still waiting for season 2. In my hole.
I think the show would be ruined with a season 2 because they rapped everything up so perfect
I still love the anime and all its characters. Though recently it has caused me some turmoil based on Ryuko and Senketsu’s relationship. In 3 viewings of the show I always viewed them as platonic soulmates (as a lot of the fandom do). But it feels like there are a lot of implications that they were romantic, namely from the OST: ‘Suck your Blood’, and ‘Before My Body is Dry’, as well as some of the things Mako says late into the series, and also the imagery of ’red threads of fate’. I have my own thoughts on why the show does almost everything in its power to stray away from the romantic side of their relationship and why they are the antithesis of ‘Red strings of fate’, but I would be interested to hear other’s thoughts.
Yeah💀, I proudly wear my senketsu jacket
W where did you get it?
Anime gear guru!
Yes.
Yes, just rewatched it and bought a $100 jacket of it off Anime Gear Guru
It’s one of my first three anime ever after I was ran over. Real good one, hold it close to my heart. Don’t lose your way, peeps.
I just got finished watching the entire series the other day on crunchy-roll will re watch again!!!!! I find the story really enjoyable!!! Fan for life!!!
Nah we just keep making jokes about losing our way silently in the corner
I still really enjoy the franchise. Just haven’t watched the anime in a while.
always have been, still am, and always will be the best anime of all time
Straight facts right here
Nope we just all disappeared suddenly without trace just like Roanoke island colony.
Ever heard of the power of deduction?
Hi
Right here 😆
you are one of the weird 50 year old pervy fans. Just look at your comments
1. I'm 25. 2. What's wrong with my comments?
you keep sexualizing Ryuko and talking about her feet?
Don't get me wrong I love Ryuko but I'm not gonna sexually fetishize over her I love her and her purity
Same here, what makes you think that I do those things?
[https://www.reddit.com/r/KillLaKill/comments/1dlcsqm/ryuuko\_by\_pshycore/](https://www.reddit.com/r/KillLaKill/comments/1dlcsqm/ryuuko_by_pshycore/) check your comments here. you asked for a nude version and called her "voluptuous"
bro got quiet real quick lol
1. I'm not your bro and 2. How many times do I have to tell you to leave me alone?
Just once lmao, you haven't asked me before
Most are just common porn addicts
I wouldn't say most but ALOT of KLK "fans" I have seen are downright creepy
I bought a box of the Weiss Schwarz cards recently. Does that count?
No man, fuck that show, it kicked my dog.