The speaker begins by admitting that the program they're discussing is a by-product of their business, which is selling toys. They then proceed to discuss various toy-based anime series, such as "Beyblade," "Transformers," and "Jem and the Holograms," noting that they were created primarily to sell toys and merchandise.
The speaker critiques the storylines of these series, particularly highlighting the repetitive and clichéd nature of the plotlines. They express disbelief at the concept of giant robots and spinning-tops, questioning the logic behind these elements and the physics involved. They also express a lack of interest in the series' intended target audience, young girls, and the perceived simplicity of their storylines.
However, the speaker acknowledges that they found enjoyment in some of these series when they were children, and they express a certain nostalgia for that time. They also reiterate that while they criticize the series, they don't regret the existence of these merchandising products, as they found enjoyment in their toys.
Finally, they end the discussion by expressing a mix of feelings about the merchandising industry, admitting to both a sense of regret for the exploitation of children's purchasing power and a sense of indifference, given their own enjoyment of these toys.
1. The speaker confesses that the program is a by-product of a business aimed at selling a doll.
2. The speaker expresses surprise that the doll, which was designed to sell toys, was not successful.
3. The speaker mentions that 70% of the series they liked, both now and before, were only designed to make money by selling toys.
4. The speaker criticizes the anime industry for creating series that are primarily designed to sell merchandise.
5. The speaker mentions specific anime series like G.I. Joe, He-Man, Action Man, Dino Riders, T.M.N.T, and others that were created solely for merchandising purposes.
6. The speaker criticizes the Beyblade series, stating that it was designed only to make money by selling toys.
7. The speaker criticizes the Beyblade series for its clichéd storyline and spinning-tops as the main focus.
8. The speaker mentions that the Beyblade series was not successful and was met with the same fate as Yu-Gi-Oh with its shitty spinoffs.
9. The speaker criticizes the Transformers series for its clichéd storyline and violation of laws of physics.
10. The speaker criticizes the Jem and the Holograms series for its clichéd storyline and the fact that it was designed for young girls.
11. The speaker expresses mixed feelings about toys-based animes, stating that while some are good, others are less good and some are horrible.
12. The speaker states that while it's a shame to make kids buy merchandise, they had fun with their Shredder and TMNT figurines.
13. The speaker criticizes the merchandising industry for selling toys that are primarily designed to make money.