Well, I’ve always wanted to get my lengthy observations out there regarding Ouendan and EBA, so here it is (although I’m sure I’ll think of more to add later and kick myself for forgetting it. *sigh*). I realize I’m repeating myself a little from the wretched thread that inspired this post but, considering that thread has been corrupted and the OP showed their true character by deciding to turn away attention from how lousy EBA is and personally insult me, I want to state my opinions on a “pure” thread.

First off, let’s start with the characters. The Ouendans’ looks, although unique and cause them to stand out, make them look distinguished, quite handsome in their own ways, and aren’t so out there that it couldn’t be feasible that a real person may resemble any of them. In EBA, they dropped the ball. The Agents are terrible clones given bad hairdos (and in regards to Spin a skin color change to try and add diversity) and just look plain goofy. Cheiftan looks like Jessie Ventura in a cowboy hat and Fox looks really disgusting with gray hair. Why on earth would a young woman have her hair that color? Furthermore, it’s hard to get attached to the Agents because of their dark glbumes. Eyes are the windows to the soul, applying to even video game characters, after all. In regards to the Divas, their outfits are ridiculous. Since they’re not dressed like cheerleaders their pompoms are highly out of place and just look foolish. Unlike the Ouendan, the Agents and Divas don’t seem to feel empathy for those they are helping. Saito and Suzuki are actually seen shedding tears and Kaoru’s squad are visibly emotional in Ouendan 2 after helping the ice skater.

Let’s address the whole cheer squad, agent issue. If a trio of government agents burst into my room, after I let out a cry of frustration, and started trying to get my to wave my arms in the air before they started dancing around like idiots, I’d just stare and wonder How the heck is this supposed to help me? . Now, if a trio of Ouendan popped out of somewhere and started cheering me on to accomplish my goal, sticking around until I did so, that would be different and actually makes sense since I’d be fired-up and have faith in myself. Granted, IRL I’d call the police, but I’m speaking in terms of the Ouendan and EBA universes. Silly dancing= stupid, pointless, and makes no sense. Cheering= Cool, heartwarming, and inspiring…