While I give props to the fans who took the time and put in the effort to create this abridged series, it is (unfortunately) un-funny, badly acted, and predictably contrived. I was really hoping for something smart, witty and urbane (which is what the Ouran franchise delivers), but had to stop after 30 seconds into episode 1. Yes, it's that bad. Why tvtropes has decided it's worthy to be included as a bona fide version of an abridged series is a mystery and far from a fine example of the trope - except as a cautionary "Do Not Do This" example. Then again, maybe all abridged series are Epic Fails. I'm no expert; just a legit fan of the franchise who finds the OTVAS unpalatable in the extreme.
WebVideo Ouran The Godawful Abridged Series
While I give props to the fans who took the time and put in the effort to create this abridged series, it is (unfortunately) un-funny, badly acted, and predictably contrived. I was really hoping for something smart, witty and urbane (which is what the Ouran franchise delivers), but had to stop after 30 seconds into episode 1. Yes, it's that bad. Why tvtropes has decided it's worthy to be included as a bona fide version of an abridged series is a mystery and far from a fine example of the trope - except as a cautionary "Do Not Do This" example. Then again, maybe all abridged series are Epic Fails. I'm no expert; just a legit fan of the franchise who finds the OTVAS unpalatable in the extreme.