It's like Baccano! except the first episode makes sense (and it has an extra exclamation point). That is a good thing. Durara!!, the first show this season that I actually feel like talking about, is another one of those stories with five thousand characters in it. The art and opening definitely give off that Baccano! feel, but the story manages to stand on its own. We're introduced to (or warned about) a good portion of the cast in this episode, seeing most of the events through the eyes of shy guy Ryuugamine as he first ventures out into the wide world that is Ikebukuro. The place is seeped in modern Japanese culture, but for Ryuugamine, it's all something of a culture shock. The most shocking thing, however, are rumors of a black motorcyclist who has no head. When she (yes she, if the body is any indication) makes her appearance, it's clear that unearthly forces at work, as her body seems to be made of nothing but shadow.Great first episode, if I do say so myself. Lots of interesting plot threads all hanging around to be gathered up, a very likeable cast, and mysteries aplenty. Plus, a guy who throws vending machines. Seriously. I am looking forward to more.
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"It's like Baccano! except the first episode makes sense"
--> LOLz! That must've been why more people get to appreciate this more than Baccano on its first episode. Haha!
And yay to the guy throwing vending machines! Haha!
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