Way better than expected!
I read the 2 star reviews dismissing the 2nd FOTNS series and held off buying this set but eventually caved in as I just had to finish the series after immensely enjoying the first 3 sets from Discotek. I'm so glad that I bought this set because it did not disappoint at all and I became just as addicted to watching these episodes as I was during the previous ones.
Pros: We learn of Kenshiro's origins as well as the origin of Hokuto Shinken. Lin's past is explained further. There are some great new characters introduced such as Shachi, Jukei, and Falco. The drama and sadness found in the rest of the series is still present here and I was found emotionally locked in for the entire run. The theme song and music is really good - the intro song 'Tough Boy' will be in your head for the rest of your life! Lastly, we get to see Ken wearing sunglasses/goggles as he crosses the ocean to Asura!
Cons: The series seems rushed, lots of characters don't get developed...
Hokuto No Ken 2 Finally Released in America
Discotek did a great job bringing over all of hokuto no ken. The main series, Hokuto No Ken, is summed up by their first three dvd volume sets which contains episodes 1-109. Hokuto no Ken 2 is the sequel, not as memorable as the first, but as a fan of HnK I still loved these 43 episodes. Episode 152 not only marks the conclusion of HnK2 but of both series combined as well. I say get it if you loved the first series. I got into HnK about 5 years ago when I stumbled upon a youtube video and I still love it to this day.
Now if we got the manga released in the states that would be awesome as well, Gutsoon I'm looking at you ;)
24 years later - Fist of the North Star 2 - The Lost TV series - Released in Full!
Fist of the North Star 2 has just been released today, one of Toei's most sacred properites. It only took 24 years for it to arrive on US shores but it's finally here, all 43 episodes in their original, uncut glory.
Fist of the North Star 2 has a lot of things going for it, despite the negative review underneath. The show is set many years in the future and gone are the annoying little kids, they are now mature adults with real feelings and you can really feel attached to their pain and suffering this time. You also delve more into the past of Kenshiro and you understand why he is the person he is and the hardships he's suffered along the way. There are alot more flashbacks in this series. One of the coolest features is he rides around on Roah's horse, it makes him look dark and dangerous, a very nice touch.
Because the series aired later, the character designs are much more detailed and realistic. The animation is very striking and it looks completly different,...
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