Vision of Escaflowne
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Vision of Escaflowne
Is VIsion of Escaflowne good? Or should I stay away from it? Is it anti-Christian in any way?
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wiggins - Posts: 613
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wiggins wrote:Is VIsion of Escaflowne good? Or should I stay away from it? Is it anti-Christian in any way?
It's a magical show with swordfighting and mecha, in a way (they fight in big "melifs" which are like robotic armor)
It's about a girl who gets beamed away into a strange new world where the Earth is seen as a moon. In that world there are different creatures (like catgirls and talking dolphins)and she gets caught up in the middle of a war.
The story is really good, and can get somewhat violent (not to much though) in some parts. The first 2 episodes have the most violence in the first half of the series.
The ONLY thing I can imagine someone getting upset over, is the use of Tarot cards. I don't think anyone should really throw a fit over that. 'Cause it's there doesn't mean you have to buy into it. I mean comon, if you're gonna get upset over that, then you gotta get upset over the magic used in Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter.
Basically, I liked it. Good story, good action and character development. If you want to get a quick summary of the plot, go watch the movie. The movie is a different STORY, but it's the basic idea; and it's more violent.
And the music is classic. The opening of the movie is wonderful; the music matched with the art is just something memorable.
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Just because something is non-Christian in character does not make it anti-Christian.
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Anti-intellectualism has been a constant thread winding its way through our political and cultural life, nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge
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Technomancer wrote:Just because something is non-Christian in character does not make it anti-Christian.
True dat, True dat.
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Orange Kitten - Posts: 324
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i really like the series, it was a bit happier than the movie, id recommend it! 
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I highly recommend The Vision of Escaflowne series, it is one of my top 2 all-time favorites. Beautiful animation and music, intriuging plot, excellent character development, and it blends the best elements from several genres.
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