Maybe it's a product of the time I got into anime, but I still have a soft spot for the original Tenchi OVA's. Sure I'm probably looking through "nostalgia goggles", or even "rose-colored glasses", but I don't care. Returning to the show after years of not giving it a second thought was like experiencing it anew. With Blu Ray visuals leading the way, the warm cel animation of the original OVA's really shined through. From Ryoko's playfulness, to Sasami's cuteness, it was like a flood memories of a simpler time rushing back.
I came back to a time where I wasn't the jaded fan I'm today, but more of an optimist. The usual cliché ridden harem was something new to me, and not a thorn in my side. Some might be put off by the OVA's age, but to me it lends more to its charm. So while you're watching new shows like Madoka or Infinite Stratos, take some time to respect your elders. Who knows, you might even rediscover that show that catapulted you into anime fandom.
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