Original anime is a big part of what anime 'is' in my opinion - but why exactly is it so important for the art form and also us, the watchers of anime? This week's episode of the podcast is an attempt to get to the bottom of this and really appreciate how fun it can be to watch. From the thrilling experience of watching Wonder Egg Priority (2021) on a weekly basis to the slow burn of Akudama Drive, let's dive into the world of original anime! 0:00 - Intro 2:27 - Why Original Anime? 4:40 - 'Hype Culture' & Comparison 9:28 - The Thrill of New Anime 12:52 - Appointment Viewing 17:49 - The Joy of Not Knowing 22:45 - Marketing & Expectations 29:01 - 'Shaping' Anime 30:32 - Closing Thoughts 33:54 - Outro + Music Credits Anime Mentioned: Wonder Egg Priority, SSSS.Dynazenon, Great Pretender, Akudama Drive, Sonny Boy, Fena: Pirate Princess, Vivy: Fluorite Eye’s Song SEND ME A VOICE SUB! (it can be a question, opinion, etc): https://www.speakpipe.com/getinthemecha SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kQWS-ClwMlZNU10uplTUw?sub_confirmation=1 For the complete show notes, visit getinthemecha.home.blog Follow me on Twitter @GetInTheMecha for updates on the show! Questions, corrections, complaints: getinthemecha@gmail.com MUSIC IN THIS PRODUCTION Synth Wave by Alex by Alex McCulloch Difference by chasersgaming Mandatory Overtime by Joth