Crest of the Stars - The Politics of War (Vol. 2)

Crest of the Stars - The Politics of War (Vol. 2)


Starring:Yuka Imai, Ayako Kawasumi, Takehito Koyasu, Hirotaka Suzuoki, Doug McKeag, Shaker Paleja, Andie Zack, Ethan Cole, Mariette Sluyter, Jessica Yow, Laura Bachynski, Michelle Armeneau, Paul Boucher (II), Melanie Risdon, Alex Day, Paul Hunter (IV), Dave Pettitt, Matthew Erickson
Director: Yasuchika Nagaoka
Studio: Bandai
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
Amazon.com
The friendship (and nascent romance) that ties Abh princess Lafiel to human nobleman Jinto Lin unfolds against the increasing hostilities between mankind and the vast Abh Empire. They escape the destruction of the warship Gosroth, only to find themselves in the clutches of an allied princeling attempting to increase the size of his petty domain. Based on a novel by the prominent Japanese science fiction writer Hiroyuki Morioka, Crest of the Stars plays like a cross between Dual Parallel Trouble Adventure and Macross or one of the early Gundam continuities. Jinto is a well-intentioned but reluctant nobleman who finds himself out of his league; Lafiel vacillates between no-nonsense discipline and romantic daydreams. Aya Yoshinaga's screenplay suffers from an overload of Abh jargon, including such nonsensicalities as "You put lope in your til nom?" Rated 13 Up: brief nudity, minor profanity and violence, largely limited to spaceship versus spaceship. --Charles Solomon
Description
The situation worsens and Jinto finds himself at the center of events he doesn't really understand. Lafiel has been ordered to escort Jinto, a non-combatant civilian, to safety before the battle begins. Despite her protests, Lafiel finally agrees and the two set off to warn the Empire of the impending attack. But the baron has plans of his own, and he won't allow anyone - not even a member of the Imperial Star Forces and an Imperial Princess - stand in his way... Crest of the Stars DVD Vol. 2 - The Politics of War (Episodes 5-7)
Crest of the Stars - The Politics of War (Vol. 2)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • At first glance...
  • an excellent sci-fi, a very different anime
  • An excellent anime for Space Opera fans.
 Crest of the Stars - The Politics of War (Vol. 2)
Starring: Yuka Imai , Ayako Kawasumi , Takehito Koyasu , Hirotaka Suzuoki , and Doug McKeag
Director: Yasuchika Nagaoka
Manufacturer: Bandai
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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  1. Crest of the Stars - Wayward Soldiers (Vol. 3)
  2. Crest of the Stars - To the Stars (Vol. 1)
  3. Crest of the Stars - Into the Unknown (Vol. 4)
  4. Banner of the Stars II - Return (Vol. 3)
  5. Banner of the Stars - No Turning Back (Vol. 1)

ASIN: B00005AVS2
Release Date: 2001-09-04

Amazon.com

The friendship (and nascent romance) that ties Abh princess Lafiel to human nobleman Jinto Lin unfolds against the increasing hostilities between mankind and the vast Abh Empire. They escape the destruction of the warship Gosroth, only to find themselves in the clutches of an allied princeling attempting to increase the size of his petty domain. Based on a novel by the prominent Japanese science fiction writer Hiroyuki Morioka, Crest of the Stars plays like a cross between Dual Parallel Trouble Adventure and Macross or one of the early Gundam continuities. Jinto is a well-intentioned but reluctant nobleman who finds himself out of his league; Lafiel vacillates between no-nonsense discipline and romantic daydreams. Aya Yoshinaga's screenplay suffers from an overload of Abh jargon, including such nonsensicalities as "You put lope in your til nom?" Rated 13 Up: brief nudity, minor profanity and violence, largely limited to spaceship versus spaceship. --Charles Solomon

Description

The situation worsens and Jinto finds himself at the center of events he doesn't really understand. Lafiel has been ordered to escort Jinto, a non-combatant civilian, to safety before the battle begins. Despite her protests, Lafiel finally agrees and the two set off to warn the Empire of the impending attack. But the baron has plans of his own, and he won't allow anyone - not even a member of the Imperial Star Forces and an Imperial Princess - stand in his way... Crest of the Stars DVD Vol. 2 - The Politics of War (Episodes 5-7)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars At first glance..........2002-02-04

Crest of the Stars was hard to appreciate when I first sat down to watch it. The story is very complex and in depth with a lot of unexpected interaction between the characters. So, at first glance, I didn't really care much for it.
However, after watching it again, this time more carefully, I realized that I began to really care for the characters and the overall storyline. I have since purchased volumes one thru three and I love them all. I definitely recommend this series to anyone who has a passion for outerspace and character developement.

5 out of 5 stars an excellent sci-fi, a very different anime.......2001-10-24

I love this series. It is set in an incredibly rich, diverse world and told in a powerful, compelling manner. The series shows its novel roots in so many areas, from the detail devoted to the Abh culture to the explanations of some of the sci-fi principles that underly this universe. It is hard to summarize, but the best way I would describe it is as an exploration of the Abhs as a culture and the conflict that occurs when human and Abh meet. The story is told through the experiences of Jinto, a human, and the Abh Lafiel as they are forced by fate into a journey together.

This second disc focuses mostly on the Abh, explaining their feudal system, noble lineage, vassals, relationships, etc. It is also where you learn a great deal about Lafiel's background and her way of thinking, making her more human to us, yet showing us just how differently the Abh behaves compared to normal humans. There is also a great space battle in the first episode of this disc, but it is so deftly woven into the story that it leaves the viewer moved by it.

Sadly, Jinto appears rather useless in this disc :). Not to worry, Lafiel more than makes up for him in this one (I'd hate to get on her bad side) and Jinto will have his time in the later discs.

This series is definitely different from the standard space anime fair. It lacks the light humor of Nadesico or Captain Tylor and is far more character focused that Gundam. Action is not the focus - some episodes contain no battles whatsoever. But it tells an incredibly good story, one that will draw you in until you cannot help but feel for the characters and cheer them on as they grow.

4 out of 5 stars An excellent anime for Space Opera fans........2001-05-15

This volume includes the conclusion to the Golrauth's battle and the beginning of the Febdaush arc. Lamirh and Ghint narrowly escape death and land in the small Barony of Febdaush. Princess Lamirh is welcomed, while no one really pays too much attention to Ghint. With war brewing close to the Barony, the Baron is keeping Lamirh as a trump card of sorts. There are other tensions developing within the small Barony, paticularly, the Baron's treatment of his subjects. The animation and music in this series are very well done. This series initially aired on cable TV in Japan and got a very generous budget. Great artwork and a fascinating political drama make this a must-buy for Space Opera fans.
Crest of the Stars - The Politics of War (V.2)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • At first glance...
  • an excellent sci-fi, a very different anime
  • An excellent anime for Space Opera fans.
 Crest of the Stars - The Politics of War (V.2)
Starring: Yuka Imai , Ayako Kawasumi , Takehito Koyasu , Hirotaka Suzuoki , and Doug McKeag
Director: Yasuchika Nagaoka
Manufacturer: Bandai
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

GeneralGeneral | Anime & Manga | Genres | DVD | Video
Crest of the StarsCrest of the Stars | Characters & Series | Anime & Manga | Genres | DVD | Video
BandaiBandai | By Studio | Anime & Manga | Genres | DVD | Video
( C )( C ) | Titles | Features | DVD | Video
Similar Items:
  1. Crest of the Stars - Wayward Soldiers (Vol. 3)
  2. Crest of the Stars - To the Stars (Vol. 1)
  3. Crest of the Stars - Into the Unknown (Vol. 4)
  4. Banner of the Stars II - Return (Vol. 3)
  5. Banner of the Stars - No Turning Back (Vol. 1)

ASIN: B0001DCXZG
Release Date: 2001-09-04

Amazon.com

The friendship (and nascent romance) that ties Abh princess Lafiel to human nobleman Jinto Lin unfolds against the increasing hostilities between mankind and the vast Abh Empire. They escape the destruction of the warship Gosroth, only to find themselves in the clutches of an allied princeling attempting to increase the size of his petty domain. Based on a novel by the prominent Japanese science fiction writer Hiroyuki Morioka, Crest of the Stars plays like a cross between Dual Parallel Trouble Adventure and Macross or one of the early Gundam continuities. Jinto is a well-intentioned but reluctant nobleman who finds himself out of his league; Lafiel vacillates between no-nonsense discipline and romantic daydreams. Aya Yoshinaga's screenplay suffers from an overload of Abh jargon, including such nonsensicalities as "You put lope in your til nom?" Rated 13 Up: brief nudity, minor profanity and violence, largely limited to spaceship versus spaceship. --Charles Solomon

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars At first glance..........2002-02-04

Crest of the Stars was hard to appreciate when I first sat down to watch it. The story is very complex and in depth with a lot of unexpected interaction between the characters. So, at first glance, I didn't really care much for it.
However, after watching it again, this time more carefully, I realized that I began to really care for the characters and the overall storyline. I have since purchased volumes one thru three and I love them all. I definitely recommend this series to anyone who has a passion for outerspace and character developement.

5 out of 5 stars an excellent sci-fi, a very different anime.......2001-10-24

I love this series. It is set in an incredibly rich, diverse world and told in a powerful, compelling manner. The series shows its novel roots in so many areas, from the detail devoted to the Abh culture to the explanations of some of the sci-fi principles that underly this universe. It is hard to summarize, but the best way I would describe it is as an exploration of the Abhs as a culture and the conflict that occurs when human and Abh meet. The story is told through the experiences of Jinto, a human, and the Abh Lafiel as they are forced by fate into a journey together.

This second disc focuses mostly on the Abh, explaining their feudal system, noble lineage, vassals, relationships, etc. It is also where you learn a great deal about Lafiel's background and her way of thinking, making her more human to us, yet showing us just how differently the Abh behaves compared to normal humans. There is also a great space battle in the first episode of this disc, but it is so deftly woven into the story that it leaves the viewer moved by it.

Sadly, Jinto appears rather useless in this disc :). Not to worry, Lafiel more than makes up for him in this one (I'd hate to get on her bad side) and Jinto will have his time in the later discs.

This series is definitely different from the standard space anime fair. It lacks the light humor of Nadesico or Captain Tylor and is far more character focused that Gundam. Action is not the focus - some episodes contain no battles whatsoever. But it tells an incredibly good story, one that will draw you in until you cannot help but feel for the characters and cheer them on as they grow.

4 out of 5 stars An excellent anime for Space Opera fans........2001-05-15

This volume includes the conclusion to the Golrauth's battle and the beginning of the Febdaush arc. Lamirh and Ghint narrowly escape death and land in the small Barony of Febdaush. Princess Lamirh is welcomed, while no one really pays too much attention to Ghint. With war brewing close to the Barony, the Baron is keeping Lamirh as a trump card of sorts. There are other tensions developing within the small Barony, paticularly, the Baron's treatment of his subjects. The animation and music in this series are very well done. This series initially aired on cable TV in Japan and got a very generous budget. Great artwork and a fascinating political drama make this a must-buy for Space Opera fans.

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