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Kore wa Zombie Desu ka? 01: I Recognise That Bulge

When an anime pays homage to one of the best distance games in existence, I knew right away that I would be in for one hell of a ride. For the lack of a better description, Kore wa Zombie Desu ka? is a drop dead hilarious attempt at slapstick comedy, coupled with some outrageous death scenes à la Dokuro-chan. Instead of employing bullshit deus ex machina like resurrection to bring the protagonist back for more punishment, the show exerts realism by keeping him dead the whole time, which, as you would have guessed, is the premise of the show. It works well of course, since despite the title, this show has little to do with actual zombies other than having the main character become a meat sponge for the violent gags. Call me asinine for finding it funny when a person dies or gets hurt in the most ridiculous fashion, but it is certainly a nice change from all the umpteenth comedy anime that exclusively use tired tsukkomi and boke routines and/or otaku references that only weeaboos would enjoy.

While I also can't shake off the feeling that this is a cleverly disguised harem anime, the two girls that have graced the screen so far are unique and interesting enough in terms of their back story and designs, which I consider as a fresh take on tried and tested archetypes. Imagine playing a Western RPG with a built-in character randomiser, where the silent Necromancer from the netherworld and chainsaw wielding Magical Girl from god knows where were byproducts of someone mashing the GENERATE CHARACTER button until he or she finding something to their liking. A Vampire Ninja? With big breasts? Shut up and take my money!

Furthermore, the timing of this show's release couldn't have been more appropriate. I would even go as far to say that I have been preordained to enjoy Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?, not merely because it has been one of the most entertaining first episode of this season's offerings. Little coincidence that, much like my other potential favourite of the season, Magica Madoka, it contains magical girl elements to a certain degree as well.

One highlights the methodical process of makeup application, while the other has a spot-on graphical representation of a crossdressing man, and I mean that in the least complimentary way possible. Yes, cushioned beneath that rather fetching pink striped panties are the testicles of a male teenager at the height of puberty. I know, I was expecting trap penis too. Alas, as much as I hate to admit it, the obvious masculanity permeating from the protagonist's sweaty balls is reminiscent to my own attempt. Clearly, the combination of the two shows is a sign from the Crossdressing Deities for me to tread where both Ayumu and I could not!

A definite keeper, no doubts about it. Even if this show was to somehow fall flat on its face, I still need references for costume designs! Then again, with the all that money DEEN received for product placement, they have no chance of failing!

P.S If Subaru's adverstisement wins me over too, I will proclaim this mahou shoujo season

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  1. Amon PORTUGAL
    January 12th, 2011 - 02:58

    I am with disappoint with the bulge. Still, traps are still delicous traps. Onwards, brave little trap zombie!

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  2. Yaku UNITED STATES
    January 12th, 2011 - 05:23

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dddAi8FF3F4

    Shimapan, short skirts and -potential- traps. A WINlicious combination if I ever saw one!

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  3. SnooSnoo SINGAPORE
    January 12th, 2011 - 09:50

    When you cosplay as Haruna-chan, make sure Setsuna takes a photo of your crotch. :roll:

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  4. Mushyrulez CANADA
    January 12th, 2011 - 12:08

    I’ll bet the people at the school had their cellphones out long before he fell to the ground.

    I.e. a lot of pictures taken from below :P

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    • Shin MALAYSIA
      January 12th, 2011 - 14:36

      I like how they ignored that he fell from the sky and survived the impact and instead focused on trivial things like him crossdressing. Then again by it virtue of being a Japanese higschool, the former happens all too often I suppose :???:

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  5. guest18 MALAYSIA
    January 12th, 2011 - 14:36

    eu is mine, you no claim ok

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  7. ~xxx PHILIPPINES
    January 12th, 2011 - 20:06

    I’m gonna try this one out.
    but it is indeed funny.

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  8. Yi UNITED STATES
    January 12th, 2011 - 20:14

    Shimapans are overrated.

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  9. Di Gi Kazune MALAYSIA
    January 12th, 2011 - 22:27

    It’s a trap!

    That thing’s operational!

    Now witness the end of your puny rebellion!

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  10. Yamibakeru SINGAPORE
    January 13th, 2011 - 21:02

    You know, I really wasn’t counting on this from the season preview. Just goes to show that you can’t trust ‘em.

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  11. otou-san 99.19.23.209
    January 13th, 2011 - 23:24

    Call me asinine for finding it funny when a person dies or gets hurt in the most ridiculous fashion, but it is certainly a nice change from all the umpteenth comedy anime that exclusively use tired tsukkomi and boke routines and/or otaku references that only weeaboos would enjoy.

    yeah, the thousandth rehash of Haruhi otaku reference jokes is asinine. A guy, torn in half by a bear and a chainsaw, berating a naked magical girl is swell.

    Alas, as much as I hate to admit it, the obvious masculanity permeating from the protagonist’s sweaty balls is reminiscent to my own attempt

    I will trade any amount of encouraging words regarding your next attempt for the privilege of never seeing it from this angle.

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  12. Shin MALAYSIA
    January 14th, 2011 - 22:28

    @guest18 – >implying I even want her

    @~xxx – You’ll love it. It has my seal of approval :mrgreen:

    @Di Gi Kazune – I wish I was a trap :cry:

    @Yamibakeru – I quit reading previews ages ago, and would rather adopt a COME AT ME BRO approach and be pleasantly surprised while minimising the disappointment.

    @otou-san – Hey South Park style violence is considered MA18 in America right?? I’m not sure if Setsuna has the fortitude to even want to take from that angle :roll:

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  13. glothelegend UNITED STATES
    January 15th, 2011 - 14:29

    Any show that somewhat resembles Bokustasu Tenshi Dokuro-chan is awesome. The same is true for this God damn show.

    EDIT: Yay my comment actually worked for once.

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  14. ~xxx PHILIPPINES
    January 16th, 2011 - 16:16

    @shin – thanks, It was magnificent! especially the truck scene and the not-kick thing.

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  15. foshizzel UNITED STATES
    January 18th, 2011 - 13:04

    Great show! really high comedy on the theme xD and the magical guy transformation WTF but still good stuff.

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