The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, Volume 2

(This review is for the 4 individual volumes as a whole)The selling point for these DVDs is having to pay only a fraction for the set (Volumes 1, 2, 3 & 4) than what the single package costs AND coming with awesome keepsakes (including CDs!). There is extra content but it's not that entertaining (behind the scenes live-action/American S.O.S. Brigade fan thing). There's about 3 episodes per disc, with the second disc containing the original broadcast order in Japanese with English subtitles.Also note - this is only season 1 - there is a season 2 that happens simultaneously among these episodes that you should also check out (just mind the infamous 'Endless Eight' section :P)

If you're an Anime Otaku (and you understand what an Anime Otaku is) then this series is for you. This review concerns Volume 2 of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.BLUF: Worth every pennyDetails: If you're reading this - then you already know the story behind this anime. (If not, I won't spoil the series here.) Watching this series in Broadcast Order is essential to appreciating it. Volume 2 of the Limited Edition box set includes a second DVD with the second installment of the series in Broadcast Order (sorry Dub Fans, it's Subtitled Only). It also includes a CD with Music from the series that is actually an imported version of a CD sold on the open market in Japan - and if you like the music in this show, you'll want this CD. Finally, there's beautifully drawn insert that has the show's characters in various poses on both sides that's printed on plastic (the pencil board mentioned in the description and it's actually very nice) and other goodies in the box.So is it worth paying extra for this version versus the Regular Edition? ABSOLUTELY. It's actually a great value:-Same DVD you get with the regular edition (price varies - but $26 as of this writing)-Vol. 1 of the series in Broadcast Order (not available anywhere else - even Japan)-Bouken Desho Desho CD Single (about $25 from Amazon Japan depending on the Dollar/Yen rate)-Other goodies thrown in for good measureThe Bouken Desho Desho CD Single contains:-Bouken Desho Desho - the full version of the opening song used in the Anime Series-Kaze Yomi Ribbon (The Ribbon for Reading Wind)- the full version of the opening song for the radio drama series broadcast in Japan-Karaoke Versions (No Vocals) of the above songs - so you can embarass yourself in the privacy of your carFinally, if you haven't watched this series yet - there's enough depth to this show that you'll get something different out of every viewing.This series has my strongest recommendation.

This is one of the few anime series out there which dares to be diffent. The plot twists are many and it has many eliments of fan service and even mecha. The story dares to be diffrent becouse its shown from the third persons view point and leaves you guessing. I have been watching this seires from when it was a fan sub and now I own the DVDs. Its a sure hit for any Anime Otaku however the way the episodes are shown are rather strange.I perfer the orginal broadcast versions of the episodes to the mix up order on the dubed DVDs. But worrie not they have even included the original TV version in the second and third DVDs as a bonus.The extas that come with the Box set are top notch. Not many Anime series come with so many extras and even a CD! Dont let the price put you off from buying the box set its well worth it!This is a BEST BUY!

In short, i bought this because the complete first season was just as expensive as buying the indvidual LEs. the art box isnt as good of quality as i was hoping (compared to lucky star art box). the bonus items were very cool though. LE contains DVD, cosplay armband, iron on, 2 sided pencil board, and a cd. its not wonderful, but its pretty good for the price.

6 bucks from warehouse deals for a brand new, sealed anime? heck yes!You get 4 episodes and the intro song for the anime, both of which I enjoy quite a bit!If you're a fan of the show, it should be a no brainer to buy this limited edition for only $6 before Amazon jacks the price up or runs out!

The box had dented. Because I want to ventilate grievances to amazon, a letter has not been opened yet.

The DVD arrived earlier than scheduled, it was in good shape for a used DVD. The price was excellent. The shipping cost is pre-set but reasonable. I look forward to purchasing more DVDs in the future.

My daughter loves this and has gone out and bought volume 1 of the series. She loves Anime to begin withbut was VERY happy with this edition!

Following the events of the first volume of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, volume 2 continues the misadventures of the SOS brigade and Haruhi Suzumiya's ongoing search for anything strange and abnormal in the universe like time travellers, ESPers and aliens. In these four episodes we encounter, homicidal school students, huge destructive monsters, parallel worlds and to top it all off, a game of baseball.This volume begins with a different style and tone to the last volume, It is quite dark and there is a fair amount of explanation and dialogue as the story is progressed. However, this is not to say it is not as good as the last volume.The story that is brought towards us in this installment is nothing short of fascinating. I wont spoil anything, but the interesting concept along with a fair amount of imagination is amazing, and I can now see why this is such a popular series. After 3 episodes,the plot returns to a less serious and more light-hearted affair, with the SOS brigade entering a baseball tournament in order to get people to take notice of their club; with hilarious results. If you liked the episodes on the first volume, you will like this.Kyon remains an entertaining character due to his inner commentary serving as the narrator for the story. He observes everything going on around him in a somewhat nonplussed way. It is fun to watch due to his casual attitide towards these extraordinary events. The english voice actor for Kyon; Crispin Freeman (GITS SAC, Naruto) does a good job of capturing this characters personality.The animation continues to be totally astounding, especially when it comes to lighting effects. A particular scene on the first episode of this disc where Kyon is in a class room at around sunset, the orangey glow shining through the window, reflected in the character's eyes is absoluteley mesmerising and beautiful and an image I wont forget for a long time.Once again, Beez entertainment were quite generous with the DVD extras as there are two making of featurettes, 3 of the ASOS brigade bonus material shorts, Textless opening and closing themes, TV Previews, and some other Beez trailers.This volume is just as good if not better than the first. There is no doubt that this series is going to keep growing in popularity in Britain. Furthermore, there is a sequel series, so be prepared to be seeing a lot more of Haruhi Suzumiya in the future. For now though, we can look forward to volumes 3 and 4 of this magnificent series. If you havent seen any of this series yet, start from the beginning on volume one, it's worth it.

The quality of the prodoct was really good and I have had no problems with it so far. The episodes on the DVD are really good and hillarious at some points and they really brighten up my day when I am felling down.