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Devil Hunter Yohko: The Complete Collection, Vol. 2

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Devil Hunter Yohko was one of the very first anime I saw way back when ADV was a little company that everyone never heard of. It was and is one of my favorite anime series. It chronicles the story of Yohko, a young high school girl that has a special destiny. She is actually the 108th generation of Devil Hunters...mystical warriors who fight the forces of darkness and evil. While this may sound similar to Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Yohko came first. Yes, even before the movie. Perhaps Buffy was even influenced by Yohko, as Joss Whedon is a comic fan.

This release contains the first three episodes in Japanese as well as English. Also included are some art, music video, and some commentary. I only watched the sub version. Perhaps the Amazon reviewer watched the show in English because obviously in the sub version his loopholes such as a devil hunter having to be a virgin are clearly explained after the end of the first episode, and we find out that the esteemed line of Devil Hunters must stay pure only until they actually become a Devil Hunter. After that, all bets are off.

Watching this show now, nearly 10 years later, I'm surprised at how well it stacks up against today's shows. While there is the typical gratuitous nudity, sexual situations, and violence present even in today's anime, Yohko is instantly likeable as she struggles with life trying to balance her secret demon hunting career and her hormones/high school life. Sound familiar? Laced with humor and gags, Yohko is a funny show. Another great feature is the music. I really like the music in Devil Hunter Yohko. Perhaps it's just nostalgia creeping it's head up but, the music is quite catchy.

Granted, it can seem a bit much, and I agree that it is a fan service fest, as Yohko seems to lose much clothing, but there is still something about it that appeals to me. Not being into the gratuitous nudity and sex, I ordinarily would shun a show like this. Like I said, it may be nostalgia rearing it's head, because I enjoyed this show and recommend it to fans of Buffy if only to what may have even been it's original inspiration.

The very first anime ever released by ADVision, this is still one of the best, even in this day and age of shows like AZUMANGA DIAOH, EXCELL SAGA, and MAGICAL SHOPPING ARCADE ABENOBASHI.

Regarding Amazon's plot description, there is no plot hole regarding the part about devil hunters and virginity. I guess that guy must not have been paying close enough attention. Let me make it clear for you: a girl born into the Mono family must remain a virgen until the first time she blossoms and becomes a devil hunter. If she loses her virginity BEFORE that happens, she loses the ability to become a devil hunter forever. If she loses her virginity AFTER she becomes a devil hunter for the first time, she no longer has anything to worry about (at least as far as her powers go). Because Yohko's granny didn't have sex until after she became a devil hunter, she got to keep her demon slaying powers for life. (This is made pretty clear in both the dub and sub versions of the show.)

As for other plotholes, Yohko and Chi's gawky male friend who is first seduced and then possesed by the principal disapears after the first episode and we're never told what happened to him. However, it's always possible his family could have moved to another town and taken him with him.

However, in episode 2 we meet Azusa, a girl who is perhaps slightly younger than Yohko who has a magic bracelet of her own and wants to become a devil hunter too and wants to learn from Yohko. While Azusa is certainly a cute character, and it's interesting watching Yohko fight with a partner, and the English voice actor, Kimberly Yates, does a great job in the role, it's problematic to the story. The first chapter gives you the impression that you actually have to be born into the Mono family to become a devil hunter, but apparently now any teenage chick with a magic bracelet can become one (at least as long as she's still a virgen.)

Then we come to the final episode, when Yohko meets her twin cousin, Ayako. We never meet Ayako's mom. Did SHE lose her virginity too early, too? (Boy, what would the odds of THAT be, huh?) Or was she killed in combat against a demon? We are never told. The biggest gap in the entire series, however, comes in the form of Ayako's partner, Azuka's twin, who is dubbed simply "Azuka #2". Did Azuka also have a twin we were never told about? Where did she get her magic bracelet? (How many of those things are there, anyway?) When Yohko asks the question of where Azuka's doppleganger came from, her grandma simply tells her, (and the audience,) "Well, maybe it's just one of the 7 wonders of the world!" Gee, thanks alot, guys.

Finally, regarding the dub, one other reviewer said it was horrid. Generally I try to respect everyone's opinion, but I have to take issues with this one here. I mean, cripes, just how good do the actors have to be to satisfy you?! I myself belive whole-heartedly that the English voice actors fit their characters perfectly, and I'd hate to hear anyone eles doing them. I became an instant fan of Amanda Winn's (English voice of Yohko,) the first time I saw this. Also, what ever happened to the person who did the voice of Yohko's vampy mother, or the young grandmother in episode 5 (which would actually be episode 4 if you don't count the music videos episode)? Both of them were wonderful also, but I don't think I've seen them in anything eles. If you're open to watching dubbed anime, I don't see how you could dislike this.

Anyway, this is a must-own for any true anime fan.

Most of the episodes in this series were humorous and entertaining, yet when you have a collection with many episodes, you would think each one would build on what the other showed which wasn't the case in Devil Hunter Yohko. Each episode presented different stories and introduced random characters who were supposed to serve as main characters with a great say in how the episodes played out, but weren't able to do so since they weren't portrayed all throughout the series. The humor in this series is specifically geared towards adults as it consists of an abundance of nudity and fowl language that most parents wouldn't find suitable for children. Overall, there was a fair amount of action and gore in every episode, though I would be a little hesitant to list it in the horror genre. Devil Hunter Yohko uses ideas of both Buffy: The Vampire Slayer and Sailor Moon to present its theme and purpose for Yohko being a devil hunter. Also, this series does not consist of 6 episodes but rather 5. The 4th episode is merely a music video collection about the series as a whole, yet the story still ends as it should and does not leave the viewer hanging. The 2 DVD's as a whole consist of both dubbed and subtitled versions of all the episodes, a few music videos concerning the series, and a wide array of trailors in the separate disk by AVD Films. The clarity of the picture is superb and very impressive. In sum, if you're looking for a decent anime with interesting action scenes, an interesting plot, and loads of humor, then by all means check Devil Hunter Yohko out.

I've seen the whole series of Devil Hunter Yohko and I recommend it for demon killing gore/horror/comedy/etc. anime fans. Technically they're are a total of 5 episodes because episode four is just mix of DHY music vids some dont even seem to fit in with Devil Hunter Yohko. Eps. 1, 2, 3, 5, & 6 r all normal episodes. This does have some Sailor moon feel to it but, it is still very different. It is totally towards teens and adults and has alot of heavy adult themes. Plus theres praticaly a good amount of nudity/sexual themes. This is definatly not for kids! Its also a comedy/action/sex/gore/ genre of series. Overall its about a chic who fights Devils/Demons and she's dieing to be able to fall in love and have sex with men! ...

Very excelent!! i thought #3 was the best______because yohko falls for a guy and in episode #2 yohko meets a devil hunter in training! A MUST SEE!!

Devil Hunter Yohko is one SWEET show. I simply loved the first episode for all it's humor, wit, action, and sexual puns. The nudity in this show truly comes second to the story itself and all the comedy and action in it; the nudity only helps act like a guideline in a sense and helps moves the story along when needed. To be honest it makes sense to have it. I mean the story is about her fighting demons yes, but she's got to stay a virgin first until she officially becomes the 107 devil hunter. If you were a devil bent on world domination wouldn't you have your demon spawn change a dorky boy into a "mega playboy" and get him to sleep with her to save you the trouble of getting into a brawl which you'll probably lose.

Either way the show is super awesome. It has some great action scenes which are portrayed rather well with some artwork that goes beyond the comic book fashion. The jokes and antics are hilarious. I mean your grandma bustin' in on you when you're half awake and trying to beat the crap out of you isn't funny, then you need to see how they do it in yohko and you will. The artwork is is pretty good; it could be better I'll admit, but it's still quite good concerning what this shows about. Most of the characters along with Yohko are quite lovable, especially good ol' grandma. If you're a fan of anime genre or a newbie to it all then Yohko if definitely worth checking out if not owning.

Damn!
I was very very impressed with this movie!
I thought it would be something stupid, but it was awesome!
The plot is pretty original, with demons and all.
This movie does have some nice gore, and gratious
nudity, and adult situations.
The action sequences were great!
Damn this girl kicks major ***!
And the battle with Yohko and the Dark Queen was absolutely amazing!
If you are an anime fan, then this film is for you!
This funny, good movie is definately recommended!

This Series of movies has great weapons fighting and little bit of comedy mixed in. Also the grandma and mom fight in the beginning of Yokho 1 is hilarious. You won't believe your eyes with Yohko's transformation scene. A well done anime.

Devil Hunter Yohko, is about a girl named Mano Yohko. A girl who has to become the 108 Generation Devil Hunter.Her mother Mano Sayoka, keeps on talking about sex to her. She was really to become the 108 generation Devil Hunter, but she didn't want to. And yes it does have a sex scene, and yes it does talk about sex a lot. Mano Yohko is played by, Hisakawa Aya who also plays, Mizuno Ami/Sailor Mercury in the popular Sailor Moon. But It's Really Good! Watch it Today!

... I loved the american voices, particularly Amanda Winn asthe protagonist Yoko Mano. Also, Ms. Winn, Tiffany Grant, (who isYoko's best friend Chi,) and Kimberly Yates, who isn't in this videobut plays a charecter who shows up in the sequals, have all donevoices in various other dubbed anime videos, so apparently they can'tbe too bad. As for the video itself, I liked the charecters for thierpersonalities as well, and I loved the action scenes and the story,about a high school girl who, unbeknownst to her and everyone eles buther grandmother, is destined to become the 108th. devil hunter anddefend the world from demons. However, that will never happen if sheloses her verginity before her powers can fully develope. (This iswhat happened to her mother.) If this sounds like something that wouldoffend you, (it's definetly NOT a cartoon for the whole family,) skipit. If you think you might be interested, however, definetly check itout.