Circa Survive is an American rock band that was formed in 2004. They are known for their unique blend of alternative rock, post-hardcore, and progressive rock. One of their most well-known albums is "Blue Sky Noise", which was released in 2010. One of the standout songs on "Blue Sky Noise" is "The Enchanted Talisman". This song showcases the band's ability to create atmospheric and captivating music. The track starts off with a haunting guitar riff that sets the mood for the entire song.
Though I still haven’t seen Crystania, I’ve seen the original Lodoss and Chronicles multiple times, so getting to sit through a new story in the same world for the first time here was refreshing.
Melissa, a priestess of Mylee the God of War, goes through a ritual where she prays to Mylee for a champion, a sacred ceremony where the God is supposed to speak to the priestess and give her a warrior that will fight for them. except for when it comes to Louie s feelings for her; which she shamelessly exploits so he ll fulfill her tasks for her and protect her while he s at it.
The track starts off with a haunting guitar riff that sets the mood for the entire song. Lead singer Anthony Green's vocals are powerful and emotive, adding another layer of intensity to the track. Lyrically, "The Enchanted Talisman" is open to interpretation, but it seems to touch on themes of personal growth and self-discovery.
[Where I Watch] Rune Soldier (anime) (1 Viewer)
[Where I Watch] seems to be kind of a tradition on this board, so I thought I'd try my hand at it.
Rune Soldier is a 24-episode anime based off of someone's D&D campaign (like Record of Lodoss War). Unlike RoLW (which I've never seen), it's intended to be funny. I'm dubious about this claim. Here we go. *hits play*
Introductory Theme Sequence:
There’s a girl – she’s cute, and sitting on top of something medieval, when a woman in white waves to her from below and suddenly Sitting Girl handily jumps what appears to be three million stories to land gracefully and hug her.
Okay, I’m going out on a limb and guessing that Sitting Girl is the Thief. Woman in white is the Healer.
There’s a redhead. She’s really tall, she carries a really big sword, and she’s showing off really big cleavage. This is Fighter!
And then there’s the blue-haired boy. Is he the leader? Goblins jump out of the hill he’s standing on and attack all of them, so we may NEVER KNOW.
Ack! NPC montage scene! Singing nurses! Elves! No Elvis.
Combat sequence confirms all my guesses (although Healer could still be a White Mage). Bishie-Boy uses his fists, so he might be the Monk? Is this recent enough for there to be Monks? Is it old enough for there to be Monks? Man, this new edition stuff confuses me.
After the fight, Bishie-Boy pulls out a club, the women stare at it adoringly, and then it sparkles with white light and flowers bloom everywhere. If there’s no innuendo here I’ll eat my hat. Ah, Bishie-Boy – why must your class be as indeterminable as your gender?
Thief has a remarkably deep voice for a young woman. Fighter, obviously, has an even deeper voice. No stereotyping here, folks.
Also, the voice acting? It’s terrible. Just terrible. I’m listening to the dub, for clarification, so the original may be much better. That said, after a while the terrible dubbing starts to blend with the barrage of clichés to…um…I’m not selling anyone on this show, am I?
HAH! Healer is a cleric. And her name is…Melissa? >.
Thief is swarmed by hookers! They’re after the Bishie! He’s obnoxious – and accidentally depantses Thief. Thief kicks his ass – Bishie leaves the encounter with the line, “Second time tonight.”
Oh, now Fighter’s turn for a solo scene. She’s not swarmed by hookers…unless those guys with mohawks…? Oh no. They’re muggers.
Thug #2: “We could settle this with steel, if you happen to be packing any.”
Dude. Thug #2. She’s got a sword bigger than your torso. It’s strapped to her back (if only, perhaps, to counterbalance what lonely animators strapped to her front). Did your vision problems drive you to a life of crime?
Bishie horns in again. He’s not as embarrassing in a fight as I thought he’d be.
Healer’s boss is named… Jenny. Great. I’m digging the Lord of the Rings vibe here. I’ve been told Western names are exotic to the Japanese, but this is just silly.
And where do they find the magician they need? In a bar.
Thief: “We’re a band of professional adventurers!”
Mage: “Wow, really?!”
…it’s the ghosts of all my old campaigns come back to haunt me.
Mage: “So, what you’re saying is, you want me to join you on your adventures?”
Party: (nods unanimously)
Bishie reappears. His name is …Louie?
Cleric: “I’m sorry, Loogie, but…”
Why are the women so insistent on maintaining the gender unanimity? Privacy issues, perhaps? Is society matriarchal?
Bishie: “You won’t find a female mage in this town who isn’t locked up in the library!”
Mage: “Excuse me, I’m going to go lock myself up in the library!” (leaves cheerfully)
…And Bishie fails his first attempt at magic.
Later that evening…
Healer: “I’d like to take this time to perform my Sacred Ritual of Revealing.”
…Gimme that old-time religion…
Okay, no stripping. Apparently, the Ritual of Revealing (snerk) will show Healer the champion she’s destined to serve (mmm, Japanese misogyny, tastes like octopus). She wants a handsome hunk who loves her. I’m betting she gets Bishie.
Hey, the singing nurses are back! You remember them, from the intro sequence, right? Apparently they’re actually church acolytes. Healer is their idol, apparently.
…Healer really wants her champion to be the bastard child of David Bowie and Charlemagne.
Aaand over to Bishie! He’s out of jail! He’s in class! He sucks at class! He punches walls! It hurts! OH THE ANGST!
Apparently he really does suck at magic, and he’s only gotten so far because he’s the headmaster’s adopted son.
Mage: “You’re thinking of those three girls in the bar, aren’t you? There’s something about adventurers. I think it’s the way they’ll do anything for money, and I do mean anything. Those people leave a bad taste in my mouth.”
Bishie decides adventuring could be for him – he’s got no idea where to find Fighter or Thief, but Healer’s gotta be at the temple, right.
Bishie runs into Thief and Fighter, they get into an argument, Thief and Fighter start chasing Bishie around the temple…
Thief’s name is apparently Merrill. I can live with that much better than Melissa.
Fighter is…Genie? Alright then.
And Louie is apparently our titular Rune Soldier.
Tenjobito – Definitely old school fantasy goodness, even if kind of simplistic. If nothing else you really have nothing to lose watching Rune Soldier; It’s short enough to not take up too much time, inoffensive enough to be watched by a younger audience, funny and driven enough to keep you awake, and well made enough to please the eyes and ears. None of it stands out as the best ever, but there really is nothing majorly wrong with it at the same time.
The lyrics are poetic and introspective, allowing listeners to connect with the emotions being conveyed. Musically, "The Enchanted Talisman" is a prime example of Circa Survive's unique sound. The band combines intricate guitar work, melodic basslines, and rhythmic drumming to create a complex and layered soundscape. The song builds in intensity as it progresses, culminating in a powerful and climactic ending. Overall, "The Enchanted Talisman" is a standout track on Circa Survive's "Blue Sky Noise" album. It showcases the band's ability to create atmospheric and emotional music. The song's lyrics and musical composition make it a fan favorite and a standout example of Circa Survive's unique sound..
Reviews for "The conceptual journey of Circa Survive's "The Enchanted Talisman"
1. John - 1/5 stars
I was really disappointed with "Circa survive the enchanted talisman". The plot was confusing and the characters were poorly developed. I couldn't relate to any of them and found myself not caring about what happened next. The writing style was also hard to follow, with strange transitions and awkward dialogue. Overall, I was left feeling unsatisfied and wouldn't recommend this book to anyone.
2. Sarah - 2/5 stars
I had high hopes for "Circa survive the enchanted talisman" based on the synopsis, but unfortunately, it fell short. The pacing was off, with the story dragging in some parts and rushing through others. The world-building was also lacking, making it hard to fully immerse myself in the story. Additionally, the romance subplot felt forced and didn't add much to the overall plot. While there were a few interesting moments, they were overshadowed by the book's overall flaws.
3. Michael - 2.5/5 stars
I found "Circa survive the enchanted talisman" to be an average read. The characters were somewhat interesting, but lacked depth, making it difficult to fully invest in their journeys. The writing style was also hit or miss, with some passages feeling overly descriptive while others lacked detail. The plot had potential, but it felt predictable and didn't offer any major surprises. Overall, it was an okay book, but not one that I would necessarily recommend.
4. Emily - 1/5 stars
I couldn't get into "Circa survive the enchanted talisman" at all. The writing felt pretentious and overly flowery, making it hard to understand what was happening. The dialogue was also unrealistic and didn't reflect how real people speak. The plot was convoluted and confusing, with too many subplots that didn't add much to the overall story. I struggled to finish this book and wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a coherent and engaging read.