9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stunning climax to the Tenchi Universe series, September 17, 2000
This review is from: Tenchi Universe, Tenchi Muyo The Last Battle, Vol. 8 [VHS] (VHS Tape)
Tenchi Universe Volume 8 includes Chapters 23 through 26, the last four in the Tenchi Universe television series. These episodes cover events from Kagato's kidnapping of the Princess Ayeka through the climactic battle for the throne of Jurai. As with any good long-running series, the ending sets itself up well for additional sequels.
The animation is superb, and fans of the Tenchi saga will be surprised and delighted with the emotional impact of the final episodes. There is plenty of action and suspense, although the romantic entanglements and the comedy are played down at this point in the series. All of the key characters are featured. Ryoko fans in particularly are in for an emotional rollercoaster ride.
No fan of the Tenchi Muyo! series should be without this video. These four episodes are everything a Tenchi fan could ask for. Highly recommended.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
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Best Ending Ever, February 28, 2001
This review is from: Tenchi Universe, Tenchi Muyo The Last Battle, Vol. 8 [VHS] (VHS Tape)
These four episodes represent the best ending I've ever seen.
You'll want to see the rest of the series before the ending, since the conflicts presented earlier all come to a head here, and finally get resolved.
Unlike the OVA, Tenchi Universe has a solid ending where all the plot threads are wrapped up and a sense of rebirth is brought in.
The video has four episodes. The first one, "No Need For Karma!" reveals Kagato to be the man on the Jurai throne, and he and Yosho face off. It's an excellent fight, with a nice flashback sequence on Yosho's end that gives his character yet another twist. There's also a poignant dialogue between Tenchi and Ayeka, as we see Tenchi slowly drift toward one end of the love triangle.
The second episode, "No Need for Ryoko!" is the most touching episode I had ever watched (at least until I saw the final episode). We see Ryoko's feelings for Tenchi kick into overdrive as she pushes herself beyond even her own limits to help Tenchi carry out his plan. The episode ends on a tragic note, and the soundtrack brings it out to its fullest, moving most Tenchi fans to the point of tears.
The third episode on the tape, "No Need for a Showdown!" covers the final confrontation between Tenchi and Kagato. I thought that the final fight scene was a bit short, but I've never considered Tenchi to be an action-based anime, and there are a couple cool fights involving Azaka and Kamidake to go along with it. This episode features the end of Tenchi's journey and sets the stage for the wonderful last episode.
In the final episode, "No Need for a Conclusion!" everything gets wrapped up. Tenchi finishes the flashback that began all the way back in the first episode, and deals with each of the girls separately as they leave his life. Tenchi and Ayeka resolve things, and we finally learn of what happened to Ryoko. Ultimately, the whole story comes full circle. We learn of how Tenchi's feelings toward Ryoko and Ayeka have evolved, and we are treated to a combination of flashbacks and present scenes which tie the story back into its beginnings and set it up for some excellent movies.
I could go in detail about what I loved so much about these last four episodes, but that would spoil some of the surprises and drag down this emotionally charged conclusion.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another Ending, July 21, 2001
By A Customer
This review is from: Tenchi Universe, Tenchi Muyo The Last Battle, Vol. 8 [VHS] (VHS Tape)
I enjoy watching these episodes over and over. The second episode is sad, especially if your a Ryoko fan. The whole competition between Ryoko and Ayeka isn't really resovled, but lets just say Ryoko fans will be pleased with the ending. Ayeka fans will probably enjoy the third episode. The battle between Tenchi and Kagato is different from the battle in the ova series. Now that Tenchi knows that he is the direct decendent of the Jurai royal family he must defeat Kagato. Ayeka is taken prisoner. Ryoko tries to convince Tenchi not to go, but Tenchi refuses to turn his back on Ayeka. Kagato is determined to get revenge over his defeat many years ago. Ryoko is injured and is fighting for her life. This series couldn't have had a better ending.
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