Eclairs wrote: Hirasawa Ui ( K-ON! ) vs Shiina Mafuyu ( Seitokai no Ichizon ) : WC = 155
Spoiler:
There is a stark difference between Hirasawa Ui and Shiina Mafuyu. While these petite maidens are the imōtos in their household to Yui and Minatsu respectively, their ‘role’ in the sibling-relationships is different. Ui swaps her role with her oneechan. Able to do household chores perfectly, she is also the place where Yui can seek advices at home, when her best friend is not around. On the other hand, Mafuyu acts as the younger of the two siblings. Filling her free times by either reading BL books or playing her handheld PSP, it’s up to Minatsu to cater for her needs at home. In a nutshell, Ui is the dependable one and the voice of reason in her household, while Mafuyu on the other hand is the one who is tended to by her oneechan instead. As they lock horns with each others, which one of them will emerge victorious in the ‘Battle of the Imōto’ ?
Round 7 submissions closed. If you have any further submissions/translations/edits, please PM them to me.
NOTE to Jeffrey-sama: I've noticed that you have a habit of misspelling Nakano Azusa's name, usually as "Asuza". Just be aware of that in the future
Spoiler for Aragaki Ayase (Ore no Imōto) vs. Gokō Ruri (Kuroneko) (Ore no Imōto):
I watched the two of them from a distance. Seeing them evidently enjoying themselves made me feel slightly jealous. Looking back at the times I had spent with her—both at school and during the photo shoots—I felt that there was an inseparable bond between us. But things started to fall apart; I had to stop it before it was too late. So that's when I decided that I would confront Kirino's new friend. As I walked towards them, many different questions popped into my head. The girl introduced herself as Gokō Ruri, otherwise known as Kuroneko. Everything about her screamed “otaku,” and seeing her face to face only added to my hatred. Knowing that she was the source of all our problems, I wanted to question her about everything. But no words came out of my mouth. Instead, because of the anger and jealously inside of me, my hand moved by itself and met Kuroneko's bare cheek. At that moment, I knew that I had gotten myself into a tough situation. But if this is the only way to bring my best friend back to reality, then I'm ready to do anything...
Spoiler for Hirasawa Ui (K-ON!) vs. Shiina Mafuyu (Seitokai no Ichizon) 平泽忧（K-ON!）vs. 椎名真冬（学生会的一己之见）:
There is a stark difference between Hirasawa Ui and Shiina Mafuyu. While these petite maidens are the imōto in their households—to Yui and Minatsu, respectively—their roles in the sibling relationship are different. Ui swaps her role with her onee-chan. Able to do household chores perfectly, she is also the person with whom Yui can seek advice at home when her best friend is not around. On the other hand, Mafuyu acts as the younger of the two siblings. Filling her free time by either reading BL books or playing her handheld PSP, it’s up to Minatsu to cater to her needs at home. In a nutshell, Ui is the dependable one and the voice of reason in her household, while Mafuyu is the one who is tended to by her onee-chan instead. As they lock horns with each other, which one of them will emerge victorious in the ‘Battle of the Imōto’?
Spoiler for Nagato Yuki (Suzumiya Haruhi no Yūutsu) vs. Eucliwood Hellscythe (Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?):
The world falls silent as these two kūdere square off in what should be an interesting match-up. Out of the many people whom she has faced, not once has Nagato Yuki challenged a necromancer quite like Eucliwood Hellscythe. As a first introduction, one may find it odd that Eucliwood uses a memo to write her thoughts, but once she writes something nice, you’ll know that she is having fun. Once used to solitude, as long as she has someone she loves at her side, everything will be fine. For Yuki, who has been alone for so long, her main form of entertainment is being around an interesting group of classmates. As soon as she gets involved in something, the situation gets livelier with remarks flying to and fro. Maybe these two just need people who can see them for who they are, both inside and out. Will it be Eucliwood's backstory or Yuki's unknown feelings that grasps the hearts of the voters?
Spoiler for Nakano Azusa (K-ON!) vs. Akiyama Mio (K-ON!) 中野梓(K-ON!) vs. 秋山澪(K-ON!):
Graduation isn't the end. That was the one sentence that Nakano Azusa held onto when the four other members of Hōkago Tea Time graduated from high school. These words have now come true as she finds herself standing face to face with her senpai, Akiyama Mio, bassist of HTT. During their two years together, Azusa looked up to Mio, desiring to become a hardworking and successful person like her senpai. Last year, despite a 355-vote loss to Mio, she witnessed her fellow band mate obtain the Heavenly Tiara. Wanting to follow in her footsteps, Azusa now needs to win every match, even tough ones like today's. So when this musical battle is over, will Azu-nyan be able to show her senpai what she has learned, or will Mio defeat her kōhai once again, showing her superiority in the K-ON! franchise?
Spoiler for Misaka Mikoto (Toaru Majutsu no Index) vs. Shana (Shakugan no Shana):
Enough fun and games; this is serious business. As the Neitono no Shana swings towards Misaka Mikoto, the esper tosses a coin, ready to stop Shana in her tracks. This match brings a clash of epic proportions between two indomitable titans in ISML. The Railgun finished second overall in ISML 2010, while the Flame Haze was hot on her tail, ending third. These two colossi are in the mix again this year, with the Electromaster currently leading the pack with an immaculate score of 34 wins, while the Slayer with Flaming Hair and Blazing-Red Eyes is currently fourth, with 32 wins to her name. Several more symmetries can be drawn from these two maidens, such as determination, tsundere-traits, as well as monstrous strength—to which the denizens of Gakuen City and Crimson Realm can testify. With the Aquamarine necklace safely in her possession, a win for Mikoto might not be of utmost importance; however, Shana still awaits a necklace from this season. Shana will be in for a rude awakening if she thinks that Misaka Mikoto will let her win so easily.
Spoiler for Index L. Prohibitorum (Toaru Majutsu no Index) vs. Sengoku Nadeko (Bakemonogatari):
The hands of fate have been cruel to both Index L. Prohibitorum and Sengoku Nadeko. Burdened by the Church of Neccesarius to remember 103,000 grimoires, Index’s life has been constantly in danger. With the knowledge stored within her, the magi community knows her true value—a sought after commodity in their own world. The several friends she manages to find during the year will become strangers after her annual memory purge, under the pretext of saving her life. The shy and timid Nadeko endured a lonely childhood. Instead of having fun with her peers, her personality made it difficult for her to mingle with other children her age. To compound the matter, she was cursed by two of her classmates, one because she turned down his confession, and the other who liked that same boy who confessed to Nadeko. As a tiny ray of warmth and hope shines upon them, which maiden will be filled with more joy, Index L. Prohibitorum, or Sengoku Nadeko?
Spoiler for Katsura Hinagiku (Hayate no Gotoku!) vs. Tachibana Kanade (Angel Beats!) 桂雏菊 (旋风管家！) vs. 立华奏 (Angel Beats!):
Having already taken down a student council president in Emerald 5, Tachibana Kanade looks to overcome an even more challenging opponent. This time, she goes up against Hakuō Academy's student council president, Katsura Hinagiku, bearer of the 2009 Heavenly Tiara. Despite being a newcomer to ISML, Kanade has dominated all of her opponents thus far with ease, even managing to defeat many strong opponents, including 2008 and 2010 Heavenly Tiara bearers, Fate Testarossa and Akiyama Mio. Now, she looks to complete her collection of Tiara victims with a win over Hina today. However, knowing Hina, she won't back down without a fight. The determined personality of this kendo expert may prove to be a tough test for Tenshi. In this battle between the HandSonic and the Wooden Masamune, which weapon will prove to be more reliable?
Spoiler for Last Order (Toaru Majutsu no Index) vs. Shinonono Hōki (IS <Infinite Stratos>):
After a heavy defeat at the hands of her opponent in the previous round, Last Order will have to muster all of her strength in order to overcome the next girl paired against her. Still smarting from another monumental loss, Shinonono Hōki knows that she needs to show a better performance in the last round of the Emerald Period. This necklace stage has not been kind to both of these maidens. The cute and highly energetic clone has lost all but one of her matches, while the beautiful, Japanese IS cadet representative has not fared any better, losing all of her battles. Instead of being a fairy tale run, ISML 2011 as a whole has been a harsh reality check. Last Order has been languishing in the bottom half of the table for most of the year, while Hōki has been rooted near the bottom of the leaderboard all season long. As for their last hurrah in the Emerald Period, what better way to close than with a bang?
Spoiler for Yagami Hikari (Digimon) vs. Haibara Ai (Detective Conan):
Usually, it is during dire situations when one shows his or her true potential. That seems to be the case for both of these contestants. Do not let Yagami Hikari's laid-back personality fool you. Whenever her friends are about to fight, she is the first one to put herself in the midst of it. She will go as far as sacrificing herself for her friends so they can escape during times of chaos and confusion. Even when a situation goes awry, her kind words and caring heart melt away people's fears. For Haibara Ai, she may not find her current friends serious or mature, but she cares for them despite this. Whenever they undertake detective work, she shares some of her insight with them. Her words may sound blatant or relaxed, but her knowledge has helped her friends in multiple situations. She also wishes to properly thank those who have helped her along in her current state in any way she can. Which of these girls will make it out alive at the end of this match?
Thanks to Jeffrey-sama, Eclairs, and Momento10 for contributing today's match previews. Translations by Aria.H (Chinese).
Marinara wrote:NOTE to Jeffrey-sama: I've noticed that you have a habit of misspelling Nakano Azusa's name, usually as "Asuza". Just be aware of that in the future
Oh, wow. I didn't even notice that mistake. Thanks for pointing it out! (:
Aisaka Taiga (Toradora!) vs. Suzumiya Haruhi (Suzumiya Haruhi no Yūutsu) vs. Shana (Shakugan no Shana) vs. Akiyama Mio (K-ON!) vs. Nakano Azusa (K-ON!) vs. Katsura Hinagiku (Hayate no Gotoku!) vs. Eucliwood Hellscythe (Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?)
Spoiler:
The Emerald Necklace is said to hold the powers of life itself. Rather than giving birth or planting seeds, it is the willingness to change oneself for the better. Current necklace holder Shana, a girl first seen with cold eyes and a frown, now opens her heart to those around her. Aisaka Taiga was able to break away from her negative status with her friends by her side. After talking with someone, Suzumiya Haruhi was able to become more active and outgoing, for better or worse. Akiyama Mio and Nakano Azusa originally had a hard time dealing with their friend's laid-back attitude. Now, they join along with their silly quirks and are more relaxed than before. With a view from the tower, Katsura Hinagiku finally accepted the feelings within her heart. After living with someone, Eucliwood Hellscythe was ready to fight against her fate with her lover by her side. To cast away their old shell and to bear fruit a "refined" version of themselves. That is the power in which these seven girls are about to seek.
Momento10 wrote:Aisaka Taiga (Toradora!) vs. Suzumiya Haruhi (Suzumiya Haruhi no Yūutsu) vs. Shana (Shakugan no Shana) vs. Akiyama Mio (K-ON!) vs. Nakano Azusa (K-ON!) vs. Katsura Hinagiku (Hayate no Gotoku!) vs. Eucliwood Hellscythe (Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?)
Spoiler:
The Emerald Necklace is said to hold the powers of life itself. Rather than giving birth or planting seeds, it is the willingness to change oneself for the better. Current necklace holder Shana, a girl first seen with cold eyes and a frown, now opens her heart to those around her. Aisaka Taiga was able to break away from her negative status with her friends by her side. After talking with someone, Suzumiya Haruhi was able to become more active and outgoing, for better or worse. Akiyama Mio and Nakano Azusa originally had a hard time dealing with their friends' laid-back attitude. Now, they join along with their silly quirks and are more relaxed than before. With a view from the tower, Katsura Hinagiku finally accepted the feelings within her heart. After living with someone, Eucliwood Hellscythe was ready to fight against her fate with her lover by her side. To cast away their old shell and to bear fruit a "refined" version of themselves. That is the power in which these seven girls are about to seek.
- friends' (plural)
"Victory is but a prelude to the next battle." *Sig slivers c/o melange, ppizzapie and Hikari-chan; sig c/o Marinara (sig rotator still disabled).*
Momento10 wrote:Aisaka Taiga (Toradora!) vs. Suzumiya Haruhi (Suzumiya Haruhi no Yūutsu) vs. Shana (Shakugan no Shana) vs. Akiyama Mio (K-ON!) vs. Nakano Azusa (K-ON!) vs. Katsura Hinagiku (Hayate no Gotoku!) vs. Eucliwood Hellscythe (Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?)
Spoiler:
The Emerald Necklace is said to hold the powers of life itself. Rather than giving birth or planting seeds, it is the willingness to change oneself for the better. Current necklace holder Shana, a girl first seen with cold eyes and a frown, now opens her heart to those around her. Aisaka Taiga was able to break away from her negative status with her friends by her side. After talking with someone, Suzumiya Haruhi was able to become more active and outgoing, for better or worse. Akiyama Mio and Nakano Azusa originally had a hard time dealing with their friends' laid-back attitude. Now, they join along with their silly quirks and are more relaxed than before. With a view from the tower, Katsura Hinagiku finally accepted the feelings within her heart. After living with someone, Eucliwood Hellscythe was ready to fight against her fate with her lover by her side. To cast away their old shell and to bear fruit a "refined" version of themselves. That is the power in which these seven girls are about to seek.
Translated into Chinese: 逢坂大河（龙与虎！）vs.凉宫春日（凉宫春日的忧郁）vs.夏娜（灼眼的夏娜）vs.秋山澪（K-ON!）vs.中野梓（K-ON!）vs.桂雏菊（旋风管家！）vs.优克里伍德·和路塞伊斯（这个是僵尸吗？）
Necklace Round submissions closed. If you have any further submissions/translations/edits, please PM them to me.
Spoiler for Aisaka Taiga (Toradora!) vs. Suzumiya Haruhi (Suzumiya Haruhi no Yūutsu) vs. Shana (Shakugan no Shana) vs. Akiyama Mio (K-ON!) vs. Nakano Azusa (K-ON!) vs. Katsura Hinagiku (Hayate no Gotoku!) vs. Eucliwood Hellscythe (Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?) 逢坂大河（龙与虎！） vs.凉宫春日（凉宫春日的忧郁） vs.夏娜（灼眼的夏娜） vs.秋山澪（K-ON!） vs.中野梓（K-ON!） vs.桂雏菊（旋风管家！） vs.优克里伍德·和路塞伊斯（这个是僵尸吗？）:
The Emerald Necklace is said to hold the powers of life itself. Rather than giving birth or planting seeds, it is the willingness to change oneself for the better. Current necklace holder, Shana, a girl first seen with cold eyes and a frown, now opens her heart to those around her. Aisaka Taiga was able to break away from her negative status with her friends by her side. After talking with someone, Suzumiya Haruhi was able to become more active and outgoing, for better or worse. Akiyama Mio and Nakano Azusa originally had a hard time dealing with their band mates’ laid-back attitudes. Now, they join along with their silly antics and are more relaxed than before. With a tower view, Katsura Hinagiku finally accepted the feelings within her heart. After living with someone, Eucliwood Hellscythe was ready to fight against her fate with her lover by her side. To cast away their old shells and bear fruits of "refined" versions of themselves: that is the power for which these seven girls are about to seek.
