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[DarkLordDragon]

Char's Counterattack Broadcast delayed:

Bandai has informed us that Cartoon Network postponed the broadcast of Char’s Counterattack a week later to 1/4/2003.


Fist Of The North Stat

According to the promotional issue 0 of Raijin Comics given away at Anime Expo, an Anime adaptation of Fist of the Blue Sky (Souten no Ken) will premiere on Japanese television this coming October. Fist of the Blue Sky is a prequel to the popular Fist of the North Star and will be available to North American readers in the weekly Raijin Comics.


Souten no Ken Anime Announced
The Raijin Comics promotional issue 0 given away at last weekend's Anime Expo reveals that an anime TV series adaptation of Souten no Ken (Fist of the Blue Sky) will premier on Japanese television in October. Fist of the Blue Sky is the currently serialized manga prequel to Fist of the North Star.

Saint Seiya The Hades saga released 2 episodes of their new OAV, and the OAV will have 15 episodes...

[DarkLordDragon]

New serires to see: Wolf Rain

Seatbelts Reunite

The Seatbelts, the which Yoko Kanno formed to perform the Cowboy Bebop soundtrack, will reunite for the upcoming series Wolf Rain. Yoko Kanno will compose the music, with lyrics by Tim Jensen, performance by the Seatbelts. Three tracks have already been recorded, including two versions of the show's main theme. From ANN

I'm glad to see the seatbelts are back in production, their performances on Bebop where fantastic.

Based on the use of the seatbelts for the soundtrack alone I now have intrest in seeing this series. Does anyone know anything about it?

[DarkLordDragon]

First of all let me say sorry because I can't edit my post for some reason so I will post again...



From ANN

posted on 2002-12-13 16:57:47
source: The Anime Network
ADV Films new 24hr tv network The Anime Network will make it's debut in Philadelphia. The website for the network has also been updated with new information about what series will be premiering.



Excerps of press release:

ADV Films today announced details about the impending launch of The Anime Network(tm). The network will go on the air in a series of stepped-up phases, with Phase One a mid-December launch as part of Comcast Cable's video-on-demand (VOD) initiative in the Philadelphia area, delivering programs directly to viewers, at their request, at any time.

Comcast's VOD service-including The Anime Network(tm)-is available to approximately 1.2 million customers in the Philadelphia area. The Anime Network is the first television channel in North America dedicated to anime (Japanese animation) and anime-related content.

Leadership at The Anime Network(tm) described the decision to launch Phase One via VOD service as one of complementary strengths. "We're very excited to have completed this deal with Comcast; their VOD functionality is a perfect fit for our first step. Plus, we believe that on-demand systems are going to be a strong and enduring element of the direct-delivered home entertainment industry," said John Ledford, President and CEO of A.D. Vision, Inc., parent company of The Anime Network(tm) and ADV Films.

Content
The Anime Network(tm) model is structured around four categorized content areas: Action Zone, Sci-Fi, Comedy, and Martial Arts. The mid-December launch of The Anime Network(tm) will include approximately 25 hours of available content, including both feature films and episodes from series. Titles will include "Spriggan," "Neon Genesis Evangelion," "Excel Saga," "Martian Successor Nadesico," "Gasaraki," "Noir," "Dai-Guard," "Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040," "Orphen," Golden Boy," "Sorcerer Hunters," Kimera," "Ninja Resurrection," "Tekken," "Those Who Hunt Elves," "Gunsmith Cats," "Burn Up W" and "Samurai X: The Motion Picture." Viewers in the Philadelphia area wishing to confirm availability of The Anime Network in their specific areas can do so by visiting http://www.comcast.com.

[Anime-Girl]

Great News
ماشاء الله عليك بس من جد ياحظهم قناة كارتون نتورك دائم يعرضون الانمي ولا الافضل بعد :"
بس عندي سؤال اخوي ماعندك خبر عن :Star ocean الجزء الثاني؟؟
مدري متى بيصدر ?: ,واشكرك على الاخبار الحلوه ;)

[DarkLordDragon]

الرسالة الأصلية كتبت بواسطة anime-girl
Great News
ماشاء الله عليك بس من جد ياحظهم قناة كارتون نتورك دائم يعرضون الانمي ولا الافضل بعد :"
بس عندي سؤال اخوي ماعندك خبر عن :Star ocean الجزء الثاني؟؟
مدري متى بيصدر ?: ,واشكرك على الاخبار الحلوه ;)

Well yeah that's true they are lucky, but I think they will make in the world satalite but with paying the money...

About Star Ocean, well are you talking about the anime or the games, as for the games they have created a new game with the name: Star Ocean: End Of Time but as for the anime I only know about Star Ocean EX!

[Anime-Girl]

الرسالة الأصلية كتبت بواسطة DarkLordDragon


Well yeah that's true they are lucky, but I think they will make in the world satalite but with paying the money...

About Star Ocean, well are you talking about the anime or the games, as for the games they have created a new game with the name: Star Ocean: End Of Time but as for the anime I only know about Star Ocean EX!

لا انا اعرف اللعبه ولعبت الجزء 2 على البلاي ستيشن 1 وايضا انتظر صدور الجزء الجديد على البلاي ستيشن 2..
اقصد الانمي لاني شفت Star ocean ex لكن من النهايه من المفروض جزء مكمل ..لانه راح ينتقلون للعالم الاخر ..يعني مثل اللعبه تمام..لذلك سالتك..اتمنى انهم يكملونه :"

[DarkLordDragon]

الرسالة الأصلية كتبت بواسطة anime-girl


لا انا اعرف اللعبه ولعبت الجزء 2 على البلاي ستيشن 1 وايضا انتظر صدور الجزء الجديد على البلاي ستيشن 2..
اقصد الانمي لاني شفت Star ocean ex لكن من النهايه من المفروض جزء مكمل ..لانه راح ينتقلون للعالم الاخر ..يعني مثل اللعبه تمام..لذلك سالتك..اتمنى انهم يكملونه :"

Oh now I got it... Well I know what you mean, they should bring one more movie for Star Ocean but as you know there is no news about it at the current time but whenever I found anything I will post it here just for you dear sister... SO don't worry I will try my best if I found any cool news ;-)

[Anime-Girl]

مشكور اخوي ..وانا صراحه اتمنى يكملونه ولايكون ناقص لانه كانت في اشاعات ان الشركه ما راح تصدر الجزء المكمل لStar ocean ex ..وانا اكره الانمي الناقص..ان شاء الله يكتمل خاصه انه الجزء المتبقي هو الافضل:)
ومشكور على كلامك الطيب وايضا جهدك الدائم لانعاش المنتدى^^

[DarkLordDragon]

الرسالة الأصلية كتبت بواسطة anime-girl
مشكور اخوي ..وانا صراحه اتمنى يكملونه ولايكون ناقص لانه كانت في اشاعات ان الشركه ما راح تصدر الجزء المكمل لStar ocean ex ..وانا اكره الانمي الناقص..ان شاء الله يكتمل خاصه انه الجزء المتبقي هو الافضل:)
ومشكور على كلامك الطيب وايضا جهدك الدائم لانعاش المنتدى^^

Yeah you are right, I also heard that they are not going to release the new movie but it's maybe just rumors and I hope so.... As you just said the uncomplete anime isn't cool... I mean look at Thunder Jet ending, you don't know what happened or who won! That was weird... Anyway you are welcome anytime :#

[DarkLordDragon]

End of Evangelion DVD Defective


Anime on DVD has received a massive number of reports confirming that Manga Entertainment's new DVD release of End of Evangelion is defective. Apparently the DVD will play flawlessly in Playstation 2 and Xbox consoles and select set-top DVD players, but either will not play at all, or experiences massive compatibility problems with numerous models of set-top DVD players from manufacturers including Sony, Pioneer, Toshiba, Sanyo, Daewoo, Apex, Sampo, and others.

Manga Entertainment general manager Mike Eagen has informed AnimeNation that Manga is currently evaluating the situation to determine the seriousness of the problem. Consumers experiencing problems with the DVD are highly encouraged to contact Manga Entertainment directly to report the defect, either through the Manga Entertainment website or by phone at 312.751.0020 or fax at 312.751.2483. Contacting Manga Entertainment directly is the fastest and most effective way to urge the company to address the problem immediately.

Consumers that have purchased the End of Evangelion DVD from AnimeNation and experienced compatibility issues are encouraged to email us. AnimeNation will then relay directly to affected customers whatever information we receive from Manga Entertainment as news becomes available.

Well I don't know if it's old news for you or not, though...

[DarkLordDragon]

San Francisco Manga Art Exhibit

Wired News reported that the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art has a manga inspired exhibit named " No Ghost Just a Shell". The exhibit will be on display from Saturday, December 14, 2002 to Sunday, March 16, 2003.


Interview With Takashi Nakamura

Takashi Nakamura, who has worked on such titles as Macross Plus, Catnapped!, and Akira, showed his newest film, Tree of Palme at The Seventh Art: New Dimension In Cinema program. This was the only west coast showing of his film, after which he gave a short question and answer (http://anime-tourist.com/article.php?sid=352) session.


Maria Kawamura Coming to the USA

Fanime (http://www.fanime.com) has announced for their 2003 convention that voice actress(seiyuu) Maria Kawamura will be attending. Some of her most known roles include Quess Paraya of Char's Counterattack, Naga of Slayers, and Eudial of Sailor Moon. More information can be found on her official website (http://www.toyspress.co.jp/MARIA)

[kitten]

مشكووور اخوي على الاخبار الحلوة

انا سمعت من فترة انه راح ينزل جزء جديد OVA للمسلسل fushigi yugi
ممكن اتقول لي متى راح ينزل ؟؟

و مشكووور :-)

[DarkLordDragon]

الرسالة الأصلية كتبت بواسطة kitten
مشكووور اخوي على الاخبار الحلوة

انا سمعت من فترة انه راح ينزل جزء جديد OVA للمسلسل fushigi yugi
ممكن اتقول لي متى راح ينزل ؟؟

و مشكووور :-)

You are welcome anytime Kitten... Well I also heard about it... But yet they didn't confirmed when they are going to release it, though... But I will try to search for more and if I found anything new about it I am gonna inform you... ;)

[kitten]

مشكووور اخوي و ما تقصر ;-)

[Z.o.Z]

DarkLordDragon يعطيك العافيه :)

[DarkLordDragon]

You are welcome guys... Thanks for your replies...

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R2 Saikano DVDs to Have English Subs


According to the official site, the upcoming Japanese DVD release of Saishuuheiki Kanojo (She: The Ultimate Weapon) will include optional English subtitles. The first DVD volume will be available in Japan on November 28th in regular edition and limited edition versions. The limited edition will include the 1st TV episode and 72 minutes of bonus material including voice actor interviews, storyboards, TV commercials and non-text credits. The limited edition will also include an 8 page booklet, picture disc, a collector's box to hold all 5 DVDs, and a collectable Chise figure, all for 5800 yen. The regular edition volume 1 DVD will include the first episode, voice actor interviews non-text credits and 8 page booklet and retail for 2800 yen. The remaining 4 DVDs will include 3 episodes each and retail at 5800 yen each.

"SaiKano" is the most recent anime TV series from Gonzo Studios. The just concluded TV series is an adaptation of the best selling, emotionally heart-wrenching tragic love story manga Saishuuheiki Kanojo: Last Love Song on This Little Planet.

AnimeNation will be able to accept pre-orders for this import DVD series by e-mail.

Source: Anime on DVD

[DarkLordDragon]

Macross Zero Day

Well Macross fans a new Macross OAV series is coming out soon to Japan this October 25th! We have uncovered the first screen shots that will debut in the in the upcoming 4 episode Macross Zero OAV series. Macross Zero will feature 2D characters with 3D mecha like in Zoids. The first episode of Macross Zero is scheduled for Japan on October 25th.

Macross Zero Website Up!

The official website (http://www.bandaivisual.co.jp/macrosszero) for the upcoming Macross Zero OAV has been launched at the official site. The website is in Japanese only. This is the latest Macross series in 4 years!

Macross Zero Trailer

A new Macross Zero teaser Trailer can be seen at Macross Zeros Website (http://olivia.canal13.cl/medios/data/ap_macross_zero_trailer.avi) . The download is very slow, so we recommend saving it to your local computer then watching it

Here are some screen Shots...

http://www.the-sugoi.com/SugoiLive/21122002/macrosszero1.jpg

http://www.the-sugoi.com/SugoiLive/21122002/macrosszero5.jpg

http://www.the-sugoi.com/SugoiLive/21122002/macrosszero6.jpg

http://www.the-sugoi.com/SugoiLive/21122002/macrosszero12.jpg

http://www.the-sugoi.com/SugoiLive/21122002/macrosszero8.jpg

Thanks for Sienza for informing me about it...

[DarkLordDragon]

Ghost in the shell tv series coming out soon here in America!

Production IG has announced that their production of the long rumored Ghost in the Shell tv series is ture! The Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Official site (http://www.production-ig.com/Ghost_TV.html) includes information,screenshots,and confirmed acquisition of American tv broadcast and video distribution rights by Bandai Entertainment.

Patlabor: The Movie 3 Coming to DVD

The newest Patlabor movie subtitled WX III: Patlabor The Movie 3 is coming out to Japan This September 9th on DVD for about 16,000 Yen. See more info here at Bandai Visisual (http://product.bandaivisual.co.jp/web_service/shop_product_info.asp?item_no=BES-2933) web site if you can read in Japanese.

Note: Most of my news are from Anime Generation site and some other News sites...

[DarkLordDragon]

New Screen Shot of the GundamWar's Gundam Seed Card!

Well Gundam fans a new GundamWar card has been released to the card game "GundamWar" or as we know it in America as "MS WAR",but only in the Japanese card game you'll be seeing this card!

http://www.geocities.com/anigernet/WeeklyCard20020823.jpg


Zeta Gundam to be Released Domestically!

Bandai Entertainment announced at their Anime Expo New York Panel that Zeta Gundam "Z Gundam" is currently in production for domestic release. Z Gundam was the most requested Gundam title since Bandai Entertainment began releasing Gundam in North America.

[القــعـقـاع]

واو
ماكروس زيرو شكله روعة

شكرا على الاخبار dld

[DarkLordDragon]

To Serge: Yeah it looks pretty good, thanks and you are welcome anytime...

Anime Titles Announced On TechTV

TechTV has bein airring a commercial for it's anime line up "Anime Unleashed." The commerical shows that TechTV has pick up about 3 anime titles which are Serial Experiment Lain,Crest of the Stars,and BetterMan. It's likely that the anime are going to be aired uncut,but no word yet if they will be. Expect watching these anime on TechTV sometime late December 30th or early January.

[DarkLordDragon]

Status of Current Japanese Anime


UFO Princess Walkure ended on episode 12, broadcast on September 19th.

Tokyo Underground, Chobits and Tenchi Muyo! GXP ended on episode 26 broadcast on the 24th. Saishuuheiki Kanojo ended with episode 13, also broadcast on the 24th.

Shaman King concluded with episode 64, broadcast on the 25th. .hack//SIGN ended on episode 26, broadcast on the 25th. Ai Yori Aoshi ended with episodes 23 & 24, both broadcast on the 25th.

Rave will with episode 51, scheduled for broadcast on the 28th.

PitaTen will end on episode 26 broadcast on the 29th.

Azumanga Daioh will end on episode 26 broadcast on the 30th.

G-On Riders will end with episode 13 scheduled to air on October 1st.

Captain Tsubasa 2002 ends with episode 52 on October 6th.

New anime TV series taking the place of these concluding shows include:

Premiering September 11: Hungry Heart: Wild Striker

Premiering September 26: Mahoromatic: Moto Utukushii Mono

Premiering September 30: Puchipuri Yushi

Premiering October 1: Spiral: Suiri no Kizuna, Asobot Senki Goku, Yobarete Tobidete Akubi-chan, The Big O second season, Heatguy J, Hanada Shonen Shi

Premiering October 2: Bomberman Jetters, Sister Princess Re Pure

Premiering October 3: Naruto

Premiering October 5: Get Backers, Shin Megami Tensei Devil Children: Light & Dark, Rizelmine second series, Mobile Suit Gundam Seed

Premiering October 6: Galaxy Angel third series

Premiering October 8: Kiddy Grade

Premiering in October: Tsuri Baka Nisshi, Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex, Kidou Sennyo Roland, Chojushin Gravion, and Haibane Renmei

[أميرة ال RPG]

wow Thanks for this wonderful news .. I really like anime but I cant see it so this news it will be good for me to know more about anime..

[DarkLordDragon]

Thanks my dear for the comment and I am very glad that I helped you...


4 Naruto Games on the Way

Japanese game developper Tomy has announced that it is developing 4 different video games based on the popular Naruto Manga/Anime for release in Japan in 2003. 1 of the 4 games (not 4 versions of the same game) will available for each of the following platforms: GameCube, GameBoy Advance, SwanCrystal and PSone. Pictures and descriptions of the games are available from The Magic Box.

[Rei Ayanami]

Arigato gozaimasu DLD ...

I just play (GHOST IN THE SHELL) in PSOne before ... but the story

and the characters are diffrent ... It's not the same as the Movie ...

But I see that

the episodes (GHOST IN THE SHELL:STAND ALONE COMPLEX) is same

as the game, cause in the game you play in a Robot liket this pic
http://www.production-ig.com/images/k3/release/image_031.jpg
But the Robot in the game was Red not Blue ...

And wasn't in the Movie ...

The game was great and EXTREMLY VERY HARD ...


مشكووور اخوي على الاخبار الحلوة

انا سمعت من فترة انه راح ينزل جزء جديد OVA للمسلسل fushigi yugi
ممكن اتقول لي متى راح ينزل ؟؟

و مشكووور

It's availabe and you can download Fushigi Yugi OAV from the following link ...

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/FY%20OAV1%201%20HQ.mpg.gz

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/FY%20OAV1%202%20HQ.mpg.gz

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/FY%20OAV1%203%20HQ.mpg.gz

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/FY%20OAV2%205%20%28vcd%29.mpg.gz

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/FY%20OAV2%206%20%28vcd%29.mpg.gz

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OVA%202%20-%2001.avi

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OVA%202%20-%2002.avi

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OVA%202%20-%2003.avi

http://anime.plan9.de/anime/eps/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OAV/Fushigi%20Yuugi%20OVA%202%20-%2004.avi

I also post it here (http://www.montada.com/showthread.php?postid=1580395#post1580395) ...

サヨウナラ～～

[DarkLordDragon]

Wow Rei that's very good, I am very glad you posted these links, I was looking for the OVA, I really appreciate it... Thanks a million

[DarkLordDragon]

Latest Newtype Poll Online


Newtype Magazine has published the results of its current fan polls in the new October issue of the magazine. Shows without web links do not have official series sites. Japanese names are spelled in Japanese order.

Favorite Male Character
01. Spike Spiegel (Cowboy Bebop)
02. Tsukasa (.hack//SIGN)
03. Kamina Ayato (RahXephon)
04. Inuyasha (Inuyasha)
05. Kazuma (Scryed)
06. Monkey D. Lufy (One Piece)
07. Motosuwa Hideki (Chobits)
08. Haru Glory (Groove Adventure Rave)
09. Sagara Sousuke (Full Metal Panic)
10. Jing (Bandit King Jing)

Favorite Female Character
01. Chii (Chobits)
02. Sakuraba Aoi (Ai Yori Aoshi)
03. Belldandy (Ah! Megami-sama)
04. Mihama Chiyo (Azumanga Daioh)
05. Misha (PitaTen)
06. Kasuga "Osaka" Ayumu (Azumanga Daioh)
07. Chise (Saishuuheiki Kanojo)
08. Hoshino Ruri (Martian Successor Nadesico)
09. Kinomoto Sakura (Card Captor Sakura)
10. Walkure (UFO Princess Walkure)

Favorite Show
01. Azumanga Daioh
02. Mobile Suit Gundam
03. .hack//SIGN
04. RahXephon
05. Chobits
06. Ai Yori Aoshi
07. Cowboy Bebop
08. PitaTen
09. Shin Seiki Evangelion
10. Saishuuheiki Kanojo
11. Scryed
12. One Piece
13. Rikujyou Bouei Tai Mao-chan
14. Sister Princess
15. Inuyasha
16. Onegai Teacher
17. Tokyo Underground
18. Card Captor Sakura
19. Martian Successor Nadesico
20. Asagiri no Miko

[DarkLordDragon]

English Subtitles on Production I.G R2 DVD releases?

Production I.G animator Justin Leach has posted a poll on the Production I.G English Forum asking whether or not people would buy imported Production I.G DVDs is they had English subtitles on them. Source: ANS

Yasuo Otsuka to Draw New Lupin Manga Series

According to his official website Yasuo Otsuka, best known as the animation supervisor for the first Lupin TV series, will draw the Lupin Manga published in Japan's quarterly Lupin Magazine. At 72 years old, this is the retired animator's debut as a Manga artist.


Virus DVD Edited

According to Anime on DVD, the first DVD of Virus Buster Serge appears to either be dubtitled or suffer a subtitle track with a few noticeably innacurate translations. According to AoD, about 95% of the translation is accurate. The Opening and Ending animation sequences have also apparrently been altered for the North American DVD. [ No More ]

Cartoon Network confirms that they don't have the rights to Stand Alone Complex...

[DarkLordDragon]

Gutsoon! Announces First Graphic Novel

In January of 2003, Gutsoon! will release their first graphic novel, Fist of the North Star: The Master Edition in North America. Gutsoon! is planning to bring at least one new volume of this series every two months. Fist of the North Star: The Master Edition graphic novel will retail for a special introductory price of $14.95 for the first two volumes, and $17.95 thereafter.


New Anime on International Channel


Dragonball Z ends its broadcast on the International Channel on November 3, 2002. Dragonball GT, in unedited and untranslated original Japanese, will premier on Sunday, November 10 at 10:30 pm Eastern time. Viewers can find translations of DBZ, and later DBGT, at Dragonball Z Otaku Alliance. Please note that the International Channel is not affiliated with dbzoa.net.

El Hazard, dubbed in English, premiered yesterday on the International Channel. The broadcast begins with the OAV series and will be followed by the "Wanderers" TV series.

Slayers, subtitled in English, currently airs on Wednesdays at 10:00 pm Eastern time, with a repeat the following Sunday at 11:00 pm Eastern time.

International Channel is a cable channel available in the US. If people are interested in receiving these programs, but their cable provider does not offer IC to their viewers, they can call their cable provider, and ask for IC to be added to the line up.

[DarkLordDragon]

Cartoon Network has aquired broadcast rights for Trigun!

Cartoon Network today announced the acquisition of three animé series that will air during Adult Swim, its highly-rated late night block of animation for adults 18-34. The three series are Lupin the Third, Reign and Trigun. Lupin the Third follows the adventures of the greatest thief in the world. Lupin is a globetrotting crook, as well as a suave gentleman. Aided by two partners, expert marksman Jigen and samurai master Goemon, Lupin's mad-capped adventures take him around the world stealing extraordinary treasures, helping damsels in distress, staying one step ahead of Inspector Zenigata and matching wits with rival thief, beautiful and dangerous Fujiko.

Trigun takes place in the distant future on a deserted planet. Vash the Stampede is a gunfighter with a legend so ruthless he has a $60,000,000,000 bounty on his head. Entire towns evacuate at the rumor of his arrival. But the real Vash the Stampede, the enigmatic and conflicted lead character in Trigun, is more heroic, even though he usually acts like a complete idiot.

Alexander the Great was the world's most powerful warrior. Reign is a 21st century science-fiction retelling of the legend of this Macedonian king. A visual masterpiece, Reign tells the story of Alexander's's triumphs through engaging characters, intricate plots and glorious battle sequences.

Lupin the Third will air Monday-Thursday at 12 midnight (ET, PT), beginning Monday, January 13. Programming information for both Reign and Trigun will be announced at a later date.

[DarkLordDragon]

Robotech Comic Preview

Robotech.com has a preview of the first 3 pages of the upcoming Robotech comic being released by Wildstorm Productions.

China Central TV making Anime!

The Nippon Animation Company and the China Central TV Broadcasting Station (CCTV) have announced that they signed a deal, earlier this month, to co-produce a number of Anime TV Series to be broadcast in Japan and China. As many as 20 of Nippon Animation's staff will be transferred to China to work on the project, and CCTV will also send a number of staff to Japan to study the Japanese way of producing animated TV series. This is the first time a Japanese Anime studio has signed a major deal with a major Chinese TV station. Chinese law restricts the amount of exposure and airtime foreign produced material can receive on Chinese TV. However material that is co-produced with a chinese company is not subject to these limitations, as such this will be the first time that a Japanese Anime series is broadcast across China.

AdultSwim 5 days a week!

Cartoon Networks Schedule starting Saturday, January 11th includes Anime 5 days a week. The only days in the CN schedule that will not see any Anime are Friday and Sunday. The Adult Swim Block, running from Monday to Thrusday will see two hours of Anime, starting with the addition of the Lupin the 3rd TV series at midnight.

12:00AM - Lupin III
12:30AM - Inuyasha
1:00AM - Yu Yu Hakusho
1:30AM - Cowboy Bebop

Toonami on Saturday will be extended to a seven and a half hour block including two hours of Anime, one and a half of which are Dragonball:

6:30PM - Dragonball
8:30PM - Zoids
9:00PM - Dragonball Z (full hour)

Also of note, on December 7th, Outlaw Star, which does not appear to be in the new schedule, will be cancelled in favor of an extra episode of Inu Yasha.

Source: ANT

[DarkLordDragon]

English Subtitles on Production I.G R2 DVD releases

Comic World News has posted an interview (http://www.comicworldnews.com/topstories/paniccia.html) with Mark Paniccia, TokyoPop's new Senior Editor. The first half of the interview deals mostly with the (mainstream) comic industry, but the secondhalf looks a bit into the going ons at Tokyopop.

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Manga Entertainment To Edit Read Or Die

According to an unconfirmed report, Manga Entertainment announced at Ohayocon that their upcoming release of Read Or Die would have the OAV's three episodes edited into one feature.

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ADV To Release Two Varieties Of Saint Seiya

ADV will dub the series for television distribution by DiC under the name Knights of the Zodiac. This release will be edited and rewritten. There will also be an uncut bilingual DVD, with a dub that is true to the original series.

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More Bandai Anime shows on Cartoon Network

While not yet officially confirmed, a reliable source has informed ANN that .hack//SIGN is due to air on Cartoon Network in February, to coincide with the video game release. Another reliable source has indicated that Ghost in the Shell TV will be airing on North American television, although the exact channel has not yet been announced.