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Who Cares If North Italy Has Relatives In Bavaria?

freyayuki — Wed, 15 Jul 2015 09:57:05 -0400

In episode 2 of the Hetalia Axis Powers anime and manga series by Hidekaz Himaruya, North Italy...

How Can North Italy Have Relatives In Bavaria?

freyayuki — Sun, 05 Jul 2015 09:59:33 -0400

Germany and North Italy meet each other during World War I in Hetalia Axis Powers episode 2 (anime...

Does North Italy know Germany? In Hetalia Axis Powers, anime...

freyayuki — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 10:05:20 -0400

Does North Italy know Germany?

In Hetalia Axis Powers, anime and manga series by Hidekaz Himaruya, episode 2, we see North Italy and Germany meeting each other during World War I. It seems to be the very first time that the 2 met and yet Italy says something strange that would make one think otherwise. So, which is it? Have they met before WWI or not?

In Hetalia episode 1, during the World War I scene, Germany comes across a box of tomatoes. It’s in episode 2 that we find out that North Italy was actually hiding inside said box of tomatoes. He at first pretended to be a tomato box fairy but, of course, neither Germany nor the audience are fooled by such nonsense.

As soon as he pops out of the box of tomatoes, North Italy begins crying hysterically, begging Germany not to shoot him. After talking/crying some more, he finally introduces himself as “weak” Italy before saying, “you’re Germany, right?”

But how does Italy know that? Does that mean that he actually knows Germany? Has he seen his face somewhere before or is it that he only knows him because they’re both countries and they can tell if one is a country or not? Is that how it works? But- if that is the case, then how come Germany looks so clueless?

When he first saw Italy pop out of the box of tomatoes, it didn’t look like he recognized him or anything. He just looked confused. Plus, even after Italy said who he was, Germany still didn’t look like he knew him at all. In fact, he was saying something about being unable to believe that Italy could be one of Rome’s descendants. So, what’s the truth? Do these 2 know each other or what? What do you think?

Photo credits:
-the North Italy and Germany pic is from Amazon.com; product link shown above

Does North Italy Have A Tendency To Overreact? Germany and...

freyayuki — Sun, 14 Jun 2015 14:21:20 -0400

Does North Italy Have A Tendency To Overreact?

Germany and Italy first met during World War 1. To say that their meeting was strange is totally an understatement.

World War I in Hetalia Axis Powers

Episode 2 of season 1 of the Hetalia Axis Powers anime and manga series by Hidekaz Himaruya starts with the World War 1 storyline. We go back to where we left off in episode 1 with Germany finding the box of tomatoes.

The beginning of this scene is interesting as Germany wonders about the box and tries to open it. The voice from the box claims to be the tomato box fairy but, of course, no one is buying it – neither Germany nor the audience.

Introduction to North Italy

It was quite amusing when North Italy suddenly popped out of the box though. This is our first proper introduction to him since he only said “pasta” during the world meeting scene in episode 1.

Now, he actually says more words than that as he starts crying hysterically, begging not to be shot and promising to do anything as long as he isn’t hurt. This scene was pretty funny but also kind of sad and pathetic on Italy’s part.

He’s all scared but, somehow, his fear just comes across as funny like the audience can’t feel or understand his fear especially because Germany is just standing there at the moment. Germany hasn’t even done anything yet so why is Italy being so hysterical and emotional? Is he just overreacting? What do you think?

Photo credits:
-the North Italy and Germany pics are from Amazon.com; product links shown above

Review Of Hetalia Axis Powers Season 1 Episode 1

freyayuki — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 04:35:25 -0400

Episode 1 was pretty good. It was fun, funny and amusing but it could definitely have gone much,...

Thoughts On The World War I Scene In Hetalia Axis Powers Episode 1

freyayuki — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 17:02:10 -0400

The World War 1 scene in the first episode of Hetalia allows us to get to know Germany just a tad...

Thoughts On The Roman Empire Introduction Scene In Hetalia Episode 1

freyayuki — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 16:19:01 -0400

What’s there to like and dislike about the Roman Empire introduction scene in season 1 episode 1 of...

What Is The Poland Rule?

freyayuki — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 10:56:29 -0400

Poland says something about the Poland rule in the very first episode of the Hetalia Axis Powers...

America: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting...

freyayuki — Wed, 25 Mar 2015 10:52:22 -0400

America: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

What’s the best way to stop global warming?

According to the United States of America - “building a big hero together and have it shield the earth”

LOL. Truly a “heroic” plan, eh? Alfred F. Jones’ speech is definitely a fantastic way to begin the Hetalia series. This is one awesome introduction that really serves as a nice hook to draw people to keep on watching said series.

Hetalia world conference scene

America is the very first character that we meet/see in season 1 episode 1 of the Hetalia Axis Powers anime and manga series by Hidekaz Himaruya. He starts the world conference meeting scene by talking about his heroic plan to save the world from global warming.

His speech leads to the introduction of the other countries present in the world meeting scene. For instance, while America is talking, the camera pans to show Finland and Sweden.

Right after the USA finishes his speech and says that he won’t “take any objections”, Japan pipes up that he agrees with Alfred only to have Switzerland cut him off. England then declares his opposition to this plan and France chimes in with his own opinion. This starts an argument between England, France and America, which lasts until Germany finally decides to restore order and take charge of the world conference.

America’s appearance

Alfred definitely has the potential to look like a bishounen with his golden-blond hair and sky-blue eyes. This is why it’s really quite unfortunate that the Hetalia art and character design in this episode is so bad that it borders on terrible.

America’s drawing skills

While the United States of America is telling us and the rest of his fellow countries about his heroic plan to save the world from global warming, we can see a picture of a giant hero and the earth. Presumably, said giant hero is shielding the earth. Who drew this pic? Was it Alfred? If so, his drawing skills definitely leave much to be desired or is this because of the Hetalia art in this episode again?

America’s personality

From the moment that we meet him, the USA comes across as a rather likable character with a distinct personality. It’s because of how funny he can be. He seems very cheerful and happy-go-lucky too. He has a way of drawing people or, in this case, the audience and watchers of the Hetalia anime because of the things that he says and his actions.

If you really look at it, his speech was more than ridiculous but, aside from that, it was also really funny and Alfred himself was so funny in this scene, which made this the perfect introduction or start to the Hetalia anime.

In this episode, America comes across as:

Childish
Naive
Innocent
Cheerful
Genki
Happy-go-lucky
Lively
Cheery
Ditzy

He can remind you of characters like Gon from the Hunter X Hunter anime series thanks to his outgoing personality and that naivety and innocence. So, what do you think about America? I definitely look forward to getting to know him more as I continue watching the Hetalia series.

Photo credits:
-the America pic is from Amazon.com; product link shown above

Italy: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 17:10:20 -0400

North Italy clearly loves pasta but, then again, considering which country he’s supposed to be and...

Germany: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Sun, 22 Mar 2015 15:51:59 -0400

Germany’s kind of like Professor McGonagall from the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling, isn’t he?...

Poland: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Sat, 21 Mar 2015 12:22:36 -0400

Poland comes across as a fun and funny character with a pretty tough and confident persona. He also...

China: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Fri, 20 Mar 2015 12:21:30 -0400

China looks kind of effeminate, not that that’s a bad thing or anything; it’s just an observation....

France: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 12:19:39 -0400

France has the potential to be a really good-looking bishounen with that shoulder-length blond hair...

How The Internet Reacted To Russia Invading Ukraine

freyayuki — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 09:53:17 -0400

How The Internet Reacted To Russia Invading Ukraine: Funny Pic About America On PinterestThe image...

Spain: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting...

freyayuki — Sun, 15 Mar 2015 18:02:10 -0400

Spain: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

Spain seems to be a very happy-go-lucky and cheery person, huh? It must be that smile and the closed eyes. He just comes across as someone who doesn’t seem to care very much. What do you think?

Introduction to Spain in Hetalia world conference scene

We’re first introduced to Spain in the world meeting scene in season 1 episode 1 of the Hetalia Axis Powers anime and manga series by Hidekaz Himaruya. We get a short glimpse of him while America is talking about his heroic (more like hilarious. LOL :-)) plan to stop global warming.

Spain is seen smiling happily as someone is pouring him something to drink. Tea or coffee perhaps? Well, it looks like it wouldn’t matter to him which one. From this short glimpse, he looks very cheery and happy.

Spain’s personality and character

The next time we see Spain, we get to hear him talk. While England, France and even America (but, mostly the first 2) are busy arguing in the background, we see Spain approaching Russia and asking him to stop the fighting. He seems very, very sure that, if Russia says something, then all this fighting would definitely stop.

It must be because of Russia’s intimidating height (his voice is so kawaii though :-)). But when Russia said that he didn’t want to stop the fighting though, Spain didn’t seem all that bothered by this. He didn’t try to convince Russia some more and he didn’t try and ask the other countries, like Germany, for help in stopping the fighting. It seemed like he didn’t really care either way if France and England continued to fight and if America joined in or not.

This indicates that he’s cheery and happy-go-lucky and is wont to be unconcerned about a lot of things even if they may be important. His closed eyes also indicate happiness which is further enhanced by the smile on his face. Overall, Spain seems to be a cheerful and fun person who likes smiling and not letting things bother him or get to him. What do you think about him?

Photo credits:
-the Spain pic is from Amazon.com; product link shown above

Switzerland: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Sat, 14 Mar 2015 17:25:37 -0400

Whoah, Switzerland is so green during the Hetalia world meeting scene, ne? What’s up with that? He...

Estonia: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 17:23:37 -0400

Estonia seems pretty tough and confident, huh? Just a little. What do you think? He also appears to...

Lithuania: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 15:38:58 -0400

Lithuania seems to be a pretty nice guy though he also comes across as kind of weak and with no...

Latvia: First Impression From Hetalia Axis Powers World Meeting Scene

freyayuki — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 13:45:32 -0400

How old is Latvia anyway? His physical age, I mean. He looks really quite young especially when you...