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Post by thatoneuser on Jul 1, 2015 10:56:56 GMT -5
What happened to Tomo? My stream cut out when it got to him. Failed CCH
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Post by jason123 on Jul 1, 2015 11:17:25 GMT -5
I missed the live stream and only caught Kazuma's and Kanno's runs before heading out to work... Any information on a rebroadcasted stream?
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Post by arsenette on Jul 1, 2015 11:53:35 GMT -5
Send a message privately to the Mods about it.
Btw, for those who didn't know.. the music used during the interview at the end was from Dragon: Bruce Lee Story. One of my favorite soundtracks!
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Post by Cosmic Castaway on Jul 1, 2015 12:31:46 GMT -5
Yusuke had the most adorable smile and victory hand sign ever to fit a Kanzenseiha! Good to see he was in a positive state of mind before his final run seeing how he was smiling when he was posing before going to the starting position. Everybody else who has been to the Final Stage usually has a serious posture when the camera is on them.
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Post by dudesky1000 on Jul 1, 2015 13:44:31 GMT -5
As a whole I thought this tournament was pretty darn good, the best of the 'Rising' Era by far, but with a few notable disappointments that could have made things even better.
First of all, in terms of editing and direction, this was just about as good as it has ever been. Very slick production with all the bells and whistles we hope for in a SASUKE broadcast, and with the exception of a few disappeared clears that ended up on the cutting room floor (Mars and Kong come to mind), the program was exceptionally well-paced, there were no cheap digests, and just about every competitor got the airtime and love that they deserved. Opening with three runs before the titles was a great way to get us right into the thick of things, the grandstand commentary never felt invasive, and the commercial interruptions were kept at a minimum and were well placed. They didn't even need to fudge the competitor order. All in all, I think it was one of the most enjoyable viewing experiences SASUKE has ever seen. If only it could have been this good years ago--if nothing else, at least they've put on their best face for TBS in this precarious time for the show.
For the course itself, a HUGE kudos is owed to Inui for the most fair, balanced course we have had probably since the Shin-Sasuke Era. Seemingly underwhelming obstacle replacements and combinations turned out to be far more complex than we imagined--the Tackle preceding the Warped Wall demanded that competitors be agile and powerful, and the Sidewinder R preceding the Crazy Cliffhanger was a cruel, inventive way of sapping finger strength. These new obstacle combinations did a tremendous job of taking out several top flight competitors without being 'cheap' and it allowed only the most balanced competitor of the 100 to claim victory. Even though the Third Stage still feels like the Cliffhanger Show, it's a lot more fair and balanced than it has been in the last 10 tournaments, which ranged from everything short of nerfing to guarantee a clear (24, 27) to downright impossible (25,26). With one minor blip of an exception (Drew's CCH runs), everyone failed where they deserved to fail and no obstacles outright stunk (Swap Salmon Ladder, I'm looking at you). Honorable mention goes to the Music Box for hilariousness and the Kudari Salmon Ladder for making Stage 2 fun to watch again.
As for the competitors and how their results panned out, I'd say it was largely satisfying, with a few HUGE highlights, and a couple of really disappointing results that could have taken what was already a legendary tournament and elevated it to the best of the series. First of all, the competitor lineup was about the best it could be with the current pool of athletes (not counting wish list competitors like Kane Kosugi or retired ones like Okuyama, Hashimoto, etc); All-Stars were well-represented with Nagano, Takeda and Shingo showing up, the young-guns were out in full force with Kanno, Asa, Morimoto and Kawaguchi to name a few, the celebs did better than most of us expected (especially considering where they ended up compared to Yuuji and Ryo) we had plenty of fun familiar faces in Kong, Drew, Hioki, Okada, etc. as well as exciting new faces such as WREATH MAN (aka Ragivaru Ana) bringing up the hype to new levels. The only blots were injured Shinya not competing and the strange absence of Li En Zhi.
Results-wise is where this tournament saw huge highs and a couple of really disappointing lows. It goes without saying that if SASUKE must die tomorrow, we were treated with what will probably be the most fitting, symbolic, uplifting and satisfying result in Morimoto's kanzenseiha. How many of us were 15 years old (or younger) when we first discovered SASUKE (or Ninja Warrior)--how many of us dreamt of one day conquering the course ourselves? Who would have imagined that the little teenage boy at the dawn of the Shin-Sasuke era would one day be grand champion? This was like watching all of our collective dreams unify into the strength that propelled Morimoto up that tower--this one felt like a victory for all of us. We also saw great comebacks, such as Kanno finally defeating the Crazy Cliffhanger and Kong making his way back into the Third Stage. A shout out of major respect goes to Okada, who finally a) made it back onto the show, b) earned his way into the second stage and c) went out in the most honorable fashion, having plenty of time to clear the Wall Lifting but refused to cheaply squeeze underneath them. He failed to lift the walls over his head, thus he saw himself deserving of failing the stage. And, I'm not even joking, we were treated to one of the most hype, unexpected and enjoyable runs by a rookie competitor who we thought was a COMPLETE JOKE at first but actually turned out to be great...in the form of 'the one and only' WREATH MAN. Next to Brent Steffensen's 26 run and Levi's 20 run, it was probably the most impressive first-time run since the Shin-Sasuke Era began, and this guy LITERALLY came out of nowhere. In the 'either you were thrilled or disappointed' category, the course claimed the two favorites, Yuuji and Ryo--if you're a fan you'll be really disappointed, but if you're not, you were probably happy that their weaknesses were exposed by the ingenious new Tackle + Warped Wall combo. The only MAJOR disappointment on all fronts were, sadly, the All-Stars, who were just shocking in their lack of tact with the exception of Nagano, who may as well have been the only one in attendance. Seriously, Shingo and Takeda, WHAT WAS THAT ABOUT??? Nagano's run was pretty impressive until he hit the wall--I wouldn't be digging his grave just yet.
Finally, overall, this was an excellent, excellent tournament and will serve as a fitting conclusion to SASUKE if it must end. I do hope, however, that if we do get another renewal, that they scrap the Crazy Cliffhanger in favor of a more well-rounded Third Stage--maybe back to the 25/26 Third Stage (with a new cliffhanger) to widen the drama from just that one jump to the entire stage. Right now, it comes off as a little cheap and predictable and anyone who hasn't specifically trained on it is obviously doomed. Other than that, I like the course as it is, and trust that Inui would invent more fun, tricky obstacles to make things slightly harder for the top guys but not impossible for the celebs to keep the show alive and exciting all-throughout.
I'd say this tournament was on par with 23 and 24, and 17 in terms of viewing pleasure. Definitely a HUGE return to form and it would be a shame to see SASUKE go now that they've done such a good job with the editing and presentation!
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Post by narcissus1916 on Jul 1, 2015 13:50:59 GMT -5
I definitely want the CCH to be retired into a more fair variant of the cliffhanger, but I like that they didn't take it out until someone hit total victory.
I bingewatched all of Sasuke three years ago (ANW was my gateway drug!) and promptly enjoyed the hell out of watching the competitors and the course evolve.
I feel like I've seen Morimoto grow up, from "boy to man" as someone said. Just an incredibly satisfying conclusion to this era of Sasuke.
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Post by thebobmaster on Jul 1, 2015 15:37:12 GMT -5
I really hope this isn't the last. I really, really hope that there is a Sasuke 32. If not, though...what a note to go out on.
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Post by Amber on Jul 1, 2015 15:48:34 GMT -5
Just saying, Sasuke was trending worldwide on Twitter in Stage 1 around the time of Drew's run. I think we'll have another tournament.
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Post by brockriebe6 on Jul 1, 2015 16:28:26 GMT -5
Just finished up watching the broadcast and here are my thoughts.
We'll start with the disappointments because this was the worst part for me and probably most people. Firstly not even getting to see Kishimoto or Nagasaki was very disappointing in my opinion. Secondly Takeda and Shingo both Shingo'd the roller hill and I was very surprised about that honestly. Drew is lucky that he's a parkour guy since can use his athleticism to recover from almost doing the same thing as the all stars. Thirdly the tackle box plus Warped wall ended up doing exactly as I predicted, it did its job by taking out some big name competitors (Nagano, Yuuji, Ryo). The thing that irks me though is how close Ryo was to the top of the wall. I honestly think if he cleared the 1st stage we might've seen two champions.
Now for the good stuff!
Hioki is becoming one of my favorites because he just looks like such a likable guy I cant help but cheer for him. I am also impressed by his back to back 3rd stage appearances.
Wreath guy was greatness.
Drew was looking powerful, explosive, speedy, and strong just like always. I honestly think that with his skill set that he could pass stage 1 and 2 almost every time in Sasuke purely because he is an all around athlete. I like drew because he reminds me of how I would see myself if I was stronger and more in shape. His weakness is obviously grip (still not even that weak though, or his weak spot is obeying the rules...... too soon?) but thats my weakness also considering I failed a grip style obstacle in ANW (F you swinging spikes).
Kanno besting the CCH was a huge highlight for me because I've been a Kanno fan for a long time and to see at least one of the new stars besides ryo or morimoto beat the CCH was just pure HYPE.
Also Kongu I love you and I was happy you came back to stage 3 buddy.
Asa and Tomo were 2 guys I really wish cleared the CCH but you know you win some you lose some.
And finally MORIMOTO YUSUKE I AM SO HAPPY YOU ARE THE NEW CHAMPION CONGRATS!!!! Yusuke and Ryo have been my favorties for the last couple of tournaments and I'm so happy Morimoto made it happen.
Final thoughts on the course: I liked how the 4 stages tested full body strength and athleticism, ANW needs to take notes. It was great to finally see a course so well balanced besides the 3rd stage. Stage 3 is just a hair too difficult IMO, the CCH plus the Vertical limit is a deadly combo for anyone without an ELITE level of grip strength. I honestly really did love the idea of the 180 jump on the cliffhanger but they could've maybe had that last ledge have a little more room to grab. I still love the 3rd stage don't get me wrong its always my favorite stage to watch.
Overall it was a great tournament and I'm happy I finally got to see it on the day it came out finally even though I didn't get to see it live. I have hope for SASUKE 32 and I hope you guys do too!
EDIT: My absolute favorite part was how Yusuke *tapped the button at the top of the final stage that was greatness.
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Post by thebobmaster on Jul 1, 2015 16:35:11 GMT -5
Just finished up watching the broadcast and here are my thoughts. We'll start with the disappointments because this was the worst part for me and probably most people. Firstly not even getting to see Kishimoto or Nagasaki was very disappointing in my opinion. I agree about not seeing Nagasaki at all, but from what I've heard, Shinya Kishimoto had to withdraw from competing due to injury, so he didn't run at all.
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Post by SasukeForever on Jul 1, 2015 17:48:05 GMT -5
Just finished up watching the broadcast and here are my thoughts. We'll start with the disappointments because this was the worst part for me and probably most people. Firstly not even getting to see Kishimoto or Nagasaki was very disappointing in my opinion. I agree about not seeing Nagasaki at all, but from what I've heard, Shinya Kishimoto had to withdraw from competing due to injury, so he didn't run at all. Supposedly Nagasaki failed the wall
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Post by Lachie on Jul 1, 2015 18:36:36 GMT -5
What happened to Tomo? My stream cut out when it got to him. He absolutley fked up the jump on the CCH
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Post by Deleted on Jul 1, 2015 18:51:06 GMT -5
I guess Inui figured "if I can't get rid of the wall, I'll make people too exhausted to climb it." Seriously like 10 people failed it.
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Post by halcyon on Jul 1, 2015 19:04:13 GMT -5
ryo......................
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Post by gt4dom on Jul 1, 2015 19:31:59 GMT -5
Been up for 27 hours and finally saw this. It was definitely worth it =P
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Post by candh on Jul 1, 2015 19:36:52 GMT -5
Nagasaki timed out on Lumberjack Climb, fell short 2 or 3 seconds according to his twitter. Unconfirmed source says Kong was also a very close call, missed WW the first try and almost timed out.
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Post by m4tt3r0x on Jul 1, 2015 19:37:13 GMT -5
Btw you know Yamada had the biggest grin on his face watching all those young guys fail the Warped Wall.
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Post by keviiinn on Jul 1, 2015 20:27:17 GMT -5
absolutely heartbroken for Yuuji and Ryo. the tackle obstacle obviously sapped all of their energy, they were both struggling even to push that. I'm also dreading that Yuuji is over the hill and on the decline. he just doesn't seem as pumped up as he used to. and Ryo, he really needs to bulk up a bit to become more well rounded on all of the obstacles.
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Post by arsenette on Jul 1, 2015 20:33:41 GMT -5
You'll be happy to know that Yuuji has gotten the message and is taking this next year to completely change his training regimen. He's radically transformed and is a lot more open and approachable. He also realizes the wall he hit (in training) and is humble enough to realize he needed to change everything. Now that we know there is a 32 he can train in earnest to come back stronger next year. I hope Ryo gets the hint. Given the reaction in Nico last night.. he's not there yet.
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Post by halcyon on Jul 1, 2015 20:42:25 GMT -5
You'll be happy to know that Yuuji has gotten the message and is taking this next year to completely change his training regimen. He's radically transformed and is a lot more open and approachable. He also realizes the wall he hit (in training) and is humble enough to realize he needed to change everything. Now that we know there is a 32 he can train in earnest to come back stronger next year. I hope Ryo gets the hint. Given the reaction in Nico last night.. he's not there yet. What was ryos reaction last night in nico? Thought Ryo was really gonna be the one to win this time..
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