Trigun Remix vol. 1-The Ump-teenth Release of a Classic
by tonyadpx
Remixes aren’t just for rappers anymore. With Cowboy Bebop, X, and now Trigun, this has become apparent. But with the case of Cowboy Bebop and X, re-releasing these titles under the Remix tag makes a little more sense, as they are both beloved and have yet to see any other such re-release. Trigun, though, has already had a �Signature Series� release, as well as two Limited Edition Collector’s Tin releases. The Remix version would, in my view, only seem to spoil previous buyers investments. But anime companies are out to make money, and every company has their �baby� license that has been, and forever will be, successful. Trigun just so happens to be Geneon’s baby.
The main difference between Trigun Remix and the original incarnation is the number of episodes per disc. Trigun Remix vol. 1 has five episodes, where as the original had only four. There are also updated audio tracks in both sub and dub versions (from 2.0 to Dobly Digital 5.1). They are even a bit more collectible, as each release has new art, a slipcase cover, and a reversible sleeve insert for those of you with a fickle heart who need constant change.
I guess this goes without saying but if you haven’t already purchased one of Trigun‘s many forms, then now is as good a chance as any to get this title. And if you’re new to Trigun (which I highly doubt), then keep reading to see what this series is about.
Vash the Stampede is a hunted man, namely because the bounty on his head is high enough to fund intergalactic wars, buy and sell worlds, or just make life worth living on the desolate desert world in which Vash and his many bounty hunter enemies inhabit. Known as the Humanoid Typhoon, Vash wanders from city to city just trying to find a nice place to eat, drink, and be merry, but something always seems to happen and things end up a little wrecked, to say the least. That’s why Meryl and Milly, two insurance agents, are on Vash’s tail. They hope to find a way to keep things from getting destroyed and in the process save their agency lots and lots of money. Upon meeting the man himself, the two find it hard to believe that such a kind and gentle fellow could truly be the Humanoid Typhoon that legend speaks of. So, they continue their search, and only find themselves running into whom they believe is an impostor Vash the Stampede. Could this red-coated, glasses-wearing goof-ball truly be the Vash the Stampede that everyone is so afraid of? The answer to that question becomes obvious to Meryl and Milly in due time.
Though now a little dated, the quality of Trigun is still pretty good. The animation is a little washed, but the action is fluid and the settings are detailed. The character designs are interesting and somewhat unique as well. Putting a huge red trench coat on Vash makes little sense considering that he lives on a desert planet, but it makes his image and appeal look that much more better. Other features include great-voice acting, a decent blues/rock soundtrack, and a lot of humorous moments. The DVD itself contains the common special features found in most anime, ones that are already running through your head so I’ve no need to mention them here.
The Trigun Remix is slated for a five disc release on a monthly basis, and expect some sort of collector’s box to come with one of the releases. The updated sound quality does little if you don’t have surround sound, but the number of episodes does a lot if you haven’t purchased the series before. It was what had me buying it, even after seeing the entire series on TV. But if you already own one of Trigun’s many releases, then I wouldn’t suggest picking up the Remix.
Licensor: Geneon
Production: Madhouse
Length: 125mins
Retail: $29.99
Availability: Already out; Volume 2 due 9/5/06