UlasanAnime.com – The author expresses regret about not dedicating more time to seeking out Tatsuo Sato at AX 2012, specifically to discuss the anime “Mouretsu Pirates.” The timing of the final episode’s airing in Japan during the convention presented a missed opportunity for a direct Q&A session.
There’s a notable irony in the situation, as the last episode aired in Japan precisely when the author was attending AX 2012. Ideally, an episode screening followed by a Q&A would have been the perfect scenario, but the author feels this was a missed opportunity by AX organizers.
The announcement of a movie for “Mouretsu Pirates” is acknowledged, as are questions surrounding how the final episode tied up the plot threads from the anime-original arc. The author also aligns with a cosplayer’s sentiment, preferring the anime-original content over other aspects.
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Episode 25 of “Mouretsu Pirates” is described as exceptionally good, making it challenging for a single episode to conclude the arc while surpassing its quality. This situation is compared to “Nadesico,” which managed to conclude a different narrative thread in its final episode, leading to a specific in-universe conflict and resolution. Consequently, the author harbors less optimism for the announced movie, feeling it’s more prudent to appreciate the existing material.
The author confirms the accuracy of another blogger’s observation: the calligraphic end cards are indeed original works by director Tatsuo Sato, who signs off with a distinct character mark. With the exception of a specific slide, all these artistic elements are attributed to Sato’s direction. It’s also recalled that the voice actress for Marika may have contributed to writing for an earlier episode.
Several burning questions are posed that the author would have liked to ask Tatsuo Sato:
- The significance behind the title “Mouretsu Pirates,” exploring potential meanings beyond its common translations.
- Further details regarding the upcoming movie.
- The methods employed in depicting three-dimensional fleet combat within the anime.
- Explanations for the characters referred to as the chef’s sons and the presence of giants.
- The logistical challenges of transmitting pirate songs via FTL (Faster Than Light) communication.
- Whether the final battle essentially mirrors the scale of the yacht club’s earlier mission.
Despite these questions, the author concludes that the story can continue to unfold, perhaps with the movie offering further insights once it becomes available.
A postscript notes a recent surge in blog updates from followed sites, including Anipages, over the past five days, prompting a humorous query about a potential unspoken mandate for increased blog activity.
