Jewely and Naoko's Birthday Celebration 2014 - Day 4

Episode 125 (Season 3/ Sailor Moon S)
"A Bright, Shooting Star! Saturn and the Messiah" (Dub: "Darkness, My Old Friend")

Original Air Date: February 11th, 1995 (Dub: July 28th, 2000)
Cast:
Sailor Moon/Usagi-Kotono Mitsuishi (Dub: Linda Ballantyne)
Sailor Mercury/Ami-Aya Hisakawa (Dub: Liza Balkan)
Sailor Mars/Rei-Michie Tomizawa (Dub: Katie Griffin)
Sailor Jupiter/Makoto-Emi Shinohara (Dub: Susan Roman)
Sailor Venus/Minako-Rika Fukami (Dub: Emilie Barlow)
Sailor Uranus/Haruka-Megumi Ogata (Dub: Sarah LaFleur)
Sailor Neptune/Michiru-Masako Katsuki (Dub:Barbara Radecki)
Sailor Saturn/Hotaru-Yuko Minaguchi (Dub: Jennifer Gould)
Sailor ChibiMoon/ChibiUsa-Kae Araki (Dub: Stephanie "Sugar" Beard)
Tuxedo Mask/Mamoru-Tohru Furuya (Dub: Vincent Corazza)
Professor Tomoe-Akira Kamiya (Dub: Jeff Lumby)
Mistress 9-Yuko Minaguchi (Dub: Susan Aceron)
Luna-Keiko Han (Dub: Jill Frappier)
Artemis-Yasuhiro Takato (Dub:Ron Rubin)

Inside of Mistress 9, Hotaru fades away. Hotaru apologizes to ChibiUsa for everything she's done.
Sailor Uranus and Neptune attack Mistress 9 with "World Shaking" and "Deep Submerge" but Sailor Moon, who is still refusing to accept a sacrifice, steps in front of Mistress 9 and takes the attacks.
Mistress 9 extends her hair and cements Sailor Uranus and Neptune into a statue of herself.

Professor Tome comes into the room apologizing to Hotaru for everything he had done. Hotaru's soul begins to fight Mistress 9 again for control of her body, and it looks like Hotaru finally won.

Professor Tomoe goes to his daughter and asks what she needs. She tells him that she needs the grail so she can rid her body of Mistress 9.

Sailor Uranus and Neptune yell at Sailor Moon and tell her that it's a trap. Sailor Moon doesn't listen to them though. She believes Hotaru and summons the grail and gives it to Professor Tomoe. As soon as he give it to Hotaru, Mistress 9 takes control again and rises up in full power, making Hotaru fade away again. She tells Sailor Moon that the grail has the power of the strongest heart crystal using it and the only way to defeat it is with an even more powerful heart crystal.

Outside the building, Sailor Mercury, Mars, Jupiter and Venus, fight to keep their forcefield up to protect the city, but all the Daimon are getting stronger and bigger.

Back inside, Mistress 9 tells Sailor Moon, Uranus, and Neptune that once her master Pharaoh 90 has the grail, they won't be able to stop him. She places the grail through the glass, into the dimension inside the globe. The grail is then destroyed.

Sailor Moon uses "Moon Spiral Heart Attack" into the dimension, but Pharaoh 90 just sends a blast back more powerful than her attack, and knocks Sailor Moon down.

Pharaoh 90's energy starts to go all over the place and attacks Mistress 9, but Sailor Moon stands in front to protect Hotaru and her father.

Professor Tomoe starts to talk to Hotaru, and finally her spirit makes it back. Mistress 9 is still fighting to keep control. Hotaru then thinks of her father and ChibiUsa and realizes that she has people she cares about. The symbol of Saturn appears on her forehead, then her body disappears.

Sailor Uranus shouts that it was Sailor Saturn, the soldier of death and destruction.

Pharaoh 90 starts to grow rapidly, and destroys the barrier held by the other senshi. The entire building then explodes in a black energy beam.

At Mamoru's house, the spirit of Sailor Saturn reveals herself to Mamoru and tells him that ChibiUsa will be alright. She return's ChibiUsa's heart crystal. Luna and Artemis rush in the room. Artemis explains that it was Hotaru as Sailor Saturn.

Back at what is left of Mugen Academy, Sailor Uranus yells at Sailor Moon and says that she hopes she's happy now that she has just brought on the end of the world.

Sailor Saturn appears in front of Sailor Moon and thanks her for protecting her body. Professor Tomoe whispers Hotaru's name along with Sailor Moon but Sailor Saturn explains that she is neither Mistress 9 or Hotaru but she is Sailor Saturn.

She tells Sailor Moon that if she had the grail, she may be able to help, but Saturn is the only senshi with the power strong enough to even near Pharaoh 90's core.

Sailor Moon asks her what will happen to her, and Saturn says that she is feared because she has the power to destroy an entire planet, but using her powers will kill her.

Sailor Saturn thanks Sailor Moon once more and leaps into the vortex to fight Pharaoh 90.

Sailor Moon starts to cry and keeps screaming out to transform into Super Sailor Moon with "Crisis Make Up!" but withg the grail, she can't.

Sailor Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus, and Neptune lend her their power. Sailor Moon tries once more, successfully transforming into Super Sailor Moon. Using the power of her heart crystal, Super Sailor Moon enters the vortex.

In a few moments, Pharaoh 90 explodes and is destroyed. At the center of the explosion stands Super Sailor Moon holding a little baby Hotaru.

I love this episode because of this scene right here: 

One of the most emotional scenes in the whole series.

A song performed by Sailor Saturn in the musical:

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xox

~Jewely

Top 4 Anime Shows to Watch for Valentine's Day - #1

Happy Valentine's Day, friends! Enjoy this day with the people you love and eat lots of candy!

And now let me present to you the #1 anime to watch on Valentine's Day.....(drum roll please).......
"Wedding Peach"!

Although I have only seen the first season, I gave "Wedding Peach" the #1 slot because this has to be the sappiest, love-centered animes I've ever seen. The main characters, Momoko, Yuri, and Hinagiku transform into the "love angels".

Momoko Hanasaki/ Wedding Peach

Momoko transforms into Wedding Peach who is the leader of the love angels. She and her 2 best friends fight against the devils trying to destroy love. As a normal girl, she has a crush on the captain of the soccer team, but there may be another guy who cares about her.

Yuri Tanima/Angel Lilly

Yuri transforms into Angel Lilly. Yuri is the more mature and poised one in the group. She has a crush on the same soccer captain as Momoko.

Hinagiku Tamano/Angel Daisy

Hinagiku transforms into Angel Daisy. She is the more sporty type out of the 3. She also has a crush on the soccer team captain. 

With the help of Limone and Aphrodite the love angels have the power to drive the devils out of human hearts. Lord Pluie and Jamma-P are tough enemies but love always wins.

Season 1 of "Wedding Peach" gets a 7/10.

The Good:

-A solid magical girl anime.

-Good animation.

-Has a good plot.

The Bad:

-A little too cheesy with the battle elements.

-Was made a little too close to "Sailor Moon".

Enjoy the rest of this Valentine's Day! If you have the time, watch some "Wedding Peach"!

~Jewely

Top 4 Anime Shows to Watch for Valentine's Day - #2

Here we are at #2, "Hana Yori Dango (Boys Over Flowers)"! I have actually never watched the anime version of this, but I have seen the 1st season of the live action series and I loved it! The main characters have great chemistry with each other and the story has some good plot twists.

Tsukushi Makino

Tsukushi is the main character. She is the only poor person at her school. She stands up to the leader of the F4 group (the elite boys club at school) when he is being a bully to a friend of hers who falls down the stairs. The F4 group then declares war on Tsukushi and she retaliates by attacking their leader. The war ensues and romances blossom during that time. 

Tsukasa Domyouji

Tsukasa is the leader of the F4 group. Tsukushi can't stand him, but he sees a little more in Tsukushi than just another victim for his little games.

Rui Hanazawa

Rui is the only member of the F4 group that Tsukushi likes since she has a crush on him. He is Tsukasa's best friend, but he is very quiet and keeps to himself.

Sojirou Nishikado

Sojirou is the playboy of the group. He's the most perverted one as well.

Akira Mimasaka

Akira is the most mature member of the F4 group. He is the kindest member and rarely loses his temper. Although, when he does, none of the other members want to be around for it.

I believe this anime deserves to be in the top 4 because it is one of the craziest love stories I have ever seen. Some of the stuff that happens, I don't think anyone could get away with. But in the end, love conquers all.

After I view the anime, I will put up a score/review for it!

So if you have the interest, make a date with the F4 group tomorrow and watch "Hana Yori Dango"!

~Jewely

Top 4 Anime Shows to Watch for Valentine's Day - #3

Alright, everyone! Coming in at number 3 is "Peach Girl"!

This series is about a love triangle. Very dramatic and heartbreaking. The manga was very addictive for me, I waited impatiently for the volumes to come out! The characters in this story are pretty deep and complex which makes it a very well executed anime series!

Momo Adachi

Momo is the main character of the story. She is a teen who is ashamed of her tan skin (cause in the story it's better to have pale skin). Momo is caught up in a life where she loves somebody, he loves her, somebody else likes her too, and her "best friend" just tries to ruin her life.

Sae Kashiwagi

Momo's "best friend" who in the beginning copies her then stabs her in the back when she starts spreading lies about Momo. Sae may be one of the most hated characters of all time in the anime world.

Kairi Okayasu

Kairi is the goofy kid in school. Momo gets very annoyed by him, but he is probably her greatest protector. He sees right through all of Sae's acts that she puts on, and knows the truth about Momo. He is always at her side. He is my favorite character!

Kazuya "Toji" Toujigamori

Toji has been Momo's crush since junior high. He is a very serious and kind person. He loves Momo a lot, but keeps falling into Sae's traps. 

This is a perfect Valentine's anime cause it all surrounds the subject of love. It's a very long and dramatic anime series, but it tells a good story about a girl who just wants to be with the one she loves and live a normal life. The characters are some of the most well done I have seen in any anime. So, the writers get kudos for that.

Peach Girl gets an 8.5/10.

The Good:

-Great character development.

-Great love story.

-It stays interesting.

The Bad:

-It can get a little too dramatic at times.

-There are too many bad things that happen to one person, it's a little unreal.

So snuggle up with some chocolate, pizza, soda, and a comfy pillow and watch "Peach Girl" this Valentine's Day if you want to see a good drama!

~Jewely

Top 4 Anime Shows to watch for Valentine's Day - #4

Hi!!!! I am so pumped for Valentine's Day! Andy and I are going to make homemade tacos and watch "King Kong". Not exactly the pinnacle of romance, but it's us! :D These next few days I will name off a few anime series to watch to gear up for Valentine's.

Today's spotlight is on "Ouran High School Host Club"! 

This anime is full of pretty anime boys and one girl. It would be a dream come true for any OHSHC fangirl to find herself amongst this group of characters!

Haruhi Fujioka

Haruhi is the main character. She is looking for some peace and quiet and accidently walks into the host club's music room. In an attempt to leave she breaks and expensive vase and is then in debt to the club. Since they mistake her for a boy, they make her join the club to earn money for the broken vase. She has to entertain female guests to make her wages.

Tamaki Suoh

Tamaki is the club president aka king. He is a bit of an air-head and has a secret crush on Haruhi.

Kyoyo Ootori

Kyoya is the Vice-President of the Host club. He does all the math and book keeping for the club. He's also the one to always remind Haruhi how much she still owes them.

Hikaru and Kaoru Hitachin

The identical twins who are always playing games with the others in the group. They also like to act like they're a little more than just brothers.

Mitsukini "Honey" Haninozuka

Honey is the cute one in the bunch. He is always carrying his stuffed rabbit, Usa, and he loves sweets!

Takashi "Mori" Morinozuka

Mori is the quiet and mysterious member. He is very protective of Honey.

I haven't fully watched this series, but I can say it's very much a romantic shoujo parody. All of the characters are pretty simple, not a whole lot to figure out. I can't give this series a fair score/review until I've viewed it in its entirety.

I think it deserves to be in the top 4 cause the whole show revolves around romance! So if you have a special someone or even if you don't; curling up in front of a TV or computer screen and watching OHSHC could be a fun thing to do this Friday!

~Jewely

25 Days of Japanimas - Day 7

Congratulations Cortney for winning yesterday's Japanimas prize! The answer to yesterday's trivia was "Washu, Tokimi, and Tsunami", they are the 3 sister goddesses said to have created the universe in the Tenchi Muyo multiverse.

Day 7 Question: What anime storyline is said to have "paved the way" for films like "The Matrix"? (Today I will give multiple choice)
A. Revolutionary Girl Utena
B.Serial Experiments Lain
C.Gundam Wing
D.Outlaw Star

Today's prize is a 4 Pokemon movie collection on DVD!

Comment your answers below, email jjewelyj@gmail.com, or like me on facebook and message me there! Jewely's Japanimation Nation

Merry Japanimas!
~Jewely

25 Days of Japanimas - Day 4

Congratulations to mysticrouge on twitter for winning yesterday's prize! The answer to yesterday's question was Cerberus, Daidouji, Syaoran, and Yue. ( I would have accepted just Cerberus and Yue). Cerberus and Yue protect Sakura throughout the series.

Day 3 Question: What well-known actor provided the English voice for Howl in Hayao Miyazaki's"Howl's Moving Castle"?

 Today's prize is an omnibus copy of  "Angelic Layer" vol. 1!

Comment your answers below, email jjewelyj@gmail.com, or like me on facebook and answer there!Jewely's Japanimation Nation

Just to let everyone know, these prizes will not be shipped until January 3rd, due to Holiday mayhem!

Merry Japanimas!
~Jewely