Episode 6 is already out, though I don't think one episode will make that much difference. I'm interested to see how they'll handle the Kirito/Asuna relationship since here they pretty much hate each other, probably a Slap-Slap-Kiss situation.
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I must say that exactly after I posted this review, I check SWE's channel and saw the update. My first reaction was "Yes, finally!". My second reaction was to check when it had come out. My third was to watch the video and then go to sleep. Curse my laziness and poor timing!
Also, I liked the small hints of affection which Kirito and Asuna displayed for one another just before the end of episode 6. If this keeps up,it looks like you're going to be right about the way this develops.I'll be interested to see how our lovable sociopath tries to cope with these new feelings, especially after a similar situation in episode 4.
Friends are just mutual stalkers. Think about it.
^ Whoops, I meant episode 3.
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As of Episode 5- Pretty Good
I'm not going to lie; even if you dislike SAO, you'll probably like this.
SAO Abridged pokes fun at a series that (sometimes) likes to take itself a little too seriously. Instead of the dark and hopeless atmosphere which at times takes a hold of the original, SAO Abridged takes the in-game antics of real MM Os and adds them to this universe.
The plot of each episode remains the same as it was in the original with some artistic license as to finer points added for comedic affect.
The story still centres around Kirito, a young Japanese computer prodigy;however, it takes several liberties with his character. Namely his personality.
Gone is the original's ever-serious loner. In its place is Kirito, a cynical and sarcastic sociopath who cares more about himself than he does about clearing the game. Unlike in the original, Kirito does not have a strong drive to do anything (or much of moral compass for that matter).While each character has their own quirks, they can all agree on one thing. Kirito is an "unbearable asshole".
Exaggeration is definitely a friend to the creators. Many of the characters' personalities and traits have been emphasized to the point of humour. Others, most notably minor characters such as the Moonlit Black Cats, have had their personalities completely overwritten(It should be noted that occasionally the series will keep the trend of exaggeration but throw in the odd character trait.)
Despite their use of exaggeration, there are some examples of realism which are used as excellent sources of humour (i.e. in-game ads and MMO battle strategy).
Occasionally new content will be edited into the show, which the major or minor characters will interact with.
At this time, there has been several references to past episodes (as seen at the beginning of episode 5);however, it is still too early on to see if the series will begin to rely on continuity.
Updates occur every few months with the only exception being the infamous episode 4-5 hiatus. This was due to creative differences among the creators, causing two to leave and have their characters' voice actors to be recast.
The series has a large, varied cast of voice actors and notable guest actors including Octopimp (50% Off) and Takahata101 (Team Four Star).
Overall this is a funny satire of a serious anime which (if consistent) can be enjoyed for years to come.