Small Lady wrote:

It sounds pretty old school though.

Maybe that's what they were going for or that may be the argument against this being the new transformation theme. This sounds even older than the original transformation theme, also the Japanese used sound effects etc. And unless this is for all of the senshi when doing a group transformation scene, it's a bit long, no? And this would literally have to be ALL of the senshi considering that they cut them all into one screen like one in each corner. The quality of the soundtrack isn't that great which no-one would do on purpose. Maybe if Sailor Moon was from the 70s this would've been suitable but it's not.

If you listen to the tracks for the transformation themes from the original OSTs, they are often longer on album than in the show cause the show they use cuts, etc.

But I agree, its lacking sound effects (though that could be cause its an early version...?) and sounds almost too old school.

But I guess we shall see?

It sounded like Speed Racer LMAO!

it's not legit...
here's the original
it's a hockey theme song omg xD

Haha I figured it woudn't be. Thanks for clearing that up!

sunyeons wrote:

it's not legit...
here's the original
it's a hockey theme song omg xD

Haha I was going to say... haha I knew I recognized it!

If I recall correctly, the second day of the Anime/geek convention I'm at will have a q&a panel with some of the SM dub voice actors/actresses, regarding the new anime. There was already a panel today but I believe the new anime will be discussed tomorrow. The convention is called Unpluggedexpo if anyone's interested.

Here's the latest official news: http://blog.nicovideo.jp/en_info/2014/01/post-043885.html

Guess the thread title needs to be changed

I'm still not convinced in July, they won't say it's pushed back to winter/January again though >_> since this keeps happening. But here's hoping we'll actually see it in our lifetime.

I'm not really surprised. I think it will flow better anyway. With the tribute album coming out this month, then we have the concert in Feburary. And who knows what else will happen. I would not be surprised if the theme song is revealed by Momoclo at the upcoming concert. I know so far the merchandise that has been released is obvious completely separate from the production of the anime, but I feel its part of a build up of fans for it. They are pumping up older SM fans and getting Momoclo fans pumped up along with the fact that it has some big names with the concert, Shoko Nakagawa (one theme I know of is "Sora iro days" from Gurren Lagann) and Mitsuko Horie (she did the voice of Galaxia and has done many many other roles and songs for shows).

Also it doesn't shock me because the new Precure, HappinessCharge Precure is due to release February 2nd. Sailor Moon would get over shadowed with that new release for sure. Also they are celebrating the 10th anni of Precure this year so why not an amazing year of magical girl annis?

And now at least we have some names on who's working on it other than Toei and Momoclo doing the theme song.

Director: Munehisa Sakai
Series Composition: Yuji Kobayashi
Animation Production: Toei Animation
Theme Song: Momoiro Clover Z


Anime News Network page on Mr. Sakai: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=64392

Seems he's worked on some big name projects, DragonBall Movies, One Piece movie, Smile Precure, and Suite Precure.

Anime News Network page on Mr. Kobayashi: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=82056

Another staff member from from Precure shows (the same two Mr. Sakai worked on, so they have worked together previously). Mr. Kobayashi seems to be a script writer. I think we can expect something good with having two staff members that have worked on such popular titles together.

I look forward to the new anime this July! (and if its not July, i can still wait! XD)

At this point, I'm not even going to keep track on updates on the anime now. Too many delays, not enough explanations, too many false hopes and promises. It will start when it starts.

magic713 wrote:

At this point, I'm not even going to keep track on updates on the anime now. Too many delays, not enough explanations, too many false hopes and promises. It will start when it starts.

Keep in mind that the "January date" we all had in our heads was from Kodansha USA, not Toei and not Niconico.  Kodansha was probably just throwing out a date and had no factual basis.  Same goes for if Osabu tweeted about a winter date as well.

I'm just glad for a little more insight on the staff on the anime. Gives us a slightly better idea on what we could expect.


Edit: I'm just seeing this other post on Anime News Network now but it seems to have been confirmed that the new anime will NOT BE A REMAKE and will be its own thing. I know we kinda knew this already but it was all speculation then.

http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2014-01-09/new-sailor-moon-anime-producer/not-remaking-1st-anime

"Producer Atsutoshi Umezawa (Precure franchise) said in a press release posted on Friday that the new Sailor Moon anime is not a remake. He explained, "This second anime adaptation of Bishōjo Senshi Sailor Moon is not remaking the previous anime, but adapting [Naoko Takeuchi's] original manga and starting from scratch again. It is quite a project. The entire staff has been working hard to show everyone an entirely new Bishōjo Senshi Sailor Moon, so please look forward to it."

Small Lady wrote:

magic713 wrote:

At this point, I'm not even going to keep track on updates on the anime now. Too many delays, not enough explanations, too many false hopes and promises. It will start when it starts.

Keep in mind that the "January date" we all had in our heads was from Kodansha USA, not Toei and not Niconico.  Kodansha was probably just throwing out a date and had no factual basis.  Same goes for if Osabu tweeted about a winter date as well.

Thanks for informing me. I didn't know who was really involved with the work so this makes me feel a little more confident in the company. But I won't give my hopes up again until I see a sample of the new anime.

awesome! :3 it's great to see more news on it <3 i'm hoping they don't delay the deadline again.

I think i'll just quit and watch Myu only if it gets delayed again. (i doubt it but hey nothign wrong with myu all the time) XD

Can anyone verify this?

http://blog.nicovideo.jp/en_info/2014/01/post-043885.html

This is saying the new anime will air July of this year.

http://www.google.com/translate?hl=en&ie=UTF8&sl=ja&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fsailormoon-official.com

It's listed on the official site so I'd say this is legit.

Well then, looks like they're trying for summer again.

I was about to ask if you were just being facetious or didn't bother reading what sailor mercury had posted. xD

Missed her post entirely.

Silly Tori! Behind the times.

The 90's were better.

I wish they would just tell us they have no idea when it's coming out so that we would stop hoping. I'm not surprised and I'm not even expecting it to come out by July, I'm just chilling until it comes out and not caring for now.

so they grabbed Gen Urobuchi for the script of Kamen Rider and Sailor Moon got a random Precure guy? go home toei you are drunk.

Hi guys! Sea of Serenity.Net has translated the official Toei press release. It doesn't really give any more new information but hey figured I should post it.

Original Press Release: http://corp.toei-anim.co.jp/press/2014/01/post_74.php

Quote :

Toei Animation’s Official Press Release on Sailor Moon

(English Translation by Sea of Serenity.net / sea-of-serenitatis.tumblr.com//‎)

Toei Animation Co. Ltd, in collaboration with Kodansha Ltd will produce a new animation series of “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon”. The new “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon” animation will be produced as one part of the “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon 20th Anniversary Project”, popular group “Momoiro Clover Z” will be put in charge of the theme song. From here on, follow up reports concerning the project are expected to be announced as the occasion calls on the Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon 20th Anniversary Official Site (http://sailormoon-official.com/). By all means, please take notice of it.

[Producer - Atsutoshi Umezawa]

"This time in remaking the "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon" anime, we will not be remaking the old anime, we will say that it will be animated from zero again from Ms. Takeuchi’s original work, it’s an unthinkable project. In order to show everyone, the new "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon", the staff really will work hard like never before, please stay tuned"

[Director - Munehisa Sakai Comment]

In the year I first joined Toei Animation, this work became popular right before my eyes, it’s unthinkable that 20 years later, I would be in charge of it, it’s just so unexpected, in those days, we watched the staff that worked on it with sidelong glances of envy. I give my thanks for this chance. I will do my best.

[“Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon” New Animation Overview]


Distribution: The animation distribution site “Nico Nico Douga” will deliver it worldwide in synchrony.
Official Site: http://Sailormoon-official.Com/



Original Work: Naoko Takeuchi
Director: Munehisa Sakai
Series Composition: Yuuji Kobayashi
Animation Production: Toei Animation

"What is "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon"

First serialised in monthly magazine “Nakayoshi” (published by Kodansha) from 1992., an original girls’ comics work by Naoko Takeuchi. The result was a mix of media with the likes of anime, drama and musicals. It gave rise to a big international boom. The 20th Anniversary project commenced in 2012, In August, 2013, a musical was also staged after a period of 8 years at the AiiA Theater Tokyo. From November, 2013, the original comics “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Complete Edition” will be published monthly.

You can help spread the news by reblogging on our tumblr!

http://sea-of-serenitatis.tumblr.com/post/73356767752/pretty-guardian-sailor-moon-new-animation-toei#notes

I don't know.  What if Toei is just prolonging this reboot, only to cancel it just to spite us?  Either way, we will be cautious.  If it's so, I will hope for this reboot to go on.  I am just tired of Toei of holding Moonface hostage.  Don't believe me, this promo rant I made will get your drift:



He is Toei's new mascot and he is nothing like our lovable Pero from Puss 'n' Boots.

BTW: I was being sarcastic.

The only thing im concerned about is that there is really not much hype,  apart form the new official sailor moon merch that is being released we know next to nothing about the reboot
no posters, no trailers
gimme hype!hype!hype!

also I had a question
out of curiosity
this streaming site the show is going to be released on
is it like hulu where you have to buy a membership to watch, or is it intended to be free?

I have a question about the site as well.

Will the anime be only streamed live, or can we watch the episode any time after it streams?

i hope it's anytime after D:  what if i work that day???   "sorry, can't come in, Sailor Moon is being streamed live"   XD

As of right now there is no 100% factual information on how watching it will work. I know niconico you pay a premium (which is for japan only) and get access to content in a way similar to Hulu Plus.  I think Osabu has posted on his twitter that it will be available for everyone to watch though, now whether this means we have to pay or have limited access I'm not sure. There's no official news on that.

Why i'm not surprised that Trollei has done it again, oh wait! precure airs next month OF COURSE THEY MOVED THE ANIME TO JULY, IT WILL RUIN SALES ON PRECURE >_> ...when i read the news a few days ago i didn't got mad nor surprised...at this rate i don't believe anymore we will see this -_-"