How many of you legit cried?

[purplehairedwonder]

I didn't cry, but I was saddened. And, like GWO said, I'm also thankful for the memories and everything that resulted from me getting into Toonami. I hadn't watched the blocks in months, so honestly, it not being around doesn't feel all that different. Now I just don't have that hope that maybe one day there would be a series to bring me back to Toonami. Thanks for the memories, but really, it is TV.

 

[Light Lucario]

It was kind of saddening, but not to the point of tears for me. Toonami meant different things to different people, and I think other members should respect that. To some, like me, it was just a programming block. To others, it was a lot more than that.

I completely agree. I wasn't sad enough to the point of tears when I saw the final bumper, but I did feel a bit sadder with Tom's goodbye speech than I originally thought that I would. I respect how other people did feel connected to the block, especially if they had a lot of memories for them, but to me it was just an enjoyable block that I watched every now and then. I do feel bad for those who honestly feel worse than I do with Toonami ending, but I think that it helps that you all appreciate those memories and how those times changed you. A bit cliche and much I think for a programming block, but I thought that it sounded nice in a way as well.

 

[Deadman]

i was sad but i didnt cry.

 

[Nel_Annette]

It sucks, but I'm not gonna cry over it.

 

[konohamaru]

The Cowboy Bebop Reference was the Kicker....The whole BANG fade to black...

 

[Alzatia]

I actually did cry a bit. I mean, c'mon I've followed Toonami since I was eight, like with many of ya, it's hard to see something you grew up with, that lasted so long die. And the fact that it could had been preventable doesn't help. v_v

 

[GingaDaiuchuu]

I voted "Nope, geez it's just a cartoon block.." It did introduce me to all the things that make up my life now, but maybe I don't have enough emotion, because I didn't cry about that.

 

[Darklordavaitor]

I can't believe I've seen how many people have cried. As a man, I find it impossible to tear up, and I believe the same for all other males. I didn't cry when I lost any of my family members, why'd I cry for a cartoon block?

 

[Soul]

I did.
Honestly?
It was when I was 6 and I had leave from my Grandpa's back to my parents.

This time I know I'm never going back.
Though I did just have to start chuckling through those few tears then applauding when I heard "Bang"

 

[Sprocket]

All I know is... I know exactly how these people feel about something animated they love.

Oh, will you cut out being so overly-dramatic? Jeez.

 

[Jayngfet]

Oh, will you cut out being so overly-dramatic? Jeez.

Better this that what he's usually like, cut him some slack.

...Did I just defend RomanMack?

 

[DarthGonzo]

This time I know I'm never going back.

Sure you can. The shows still exist. It's still possible to relive what you've previously enjoyed on DVD and whatnot, correct? And there's probably enough archived Toonami material on Youtube and such that it's possible to keep the memories fresh, right? It is possible to go back.

I just don't understand how people are comparing this to the death of a family member or a life changing incident that will be impossible to get over.

 

[Albright]

Yeah, I was all like

(a hundred hours in Photoshop)

 

[Soul]

Yeah, I was all like

(a hundred hours in Photoshop)

You win the internet


But yeah, DG I understand what you're saying.
And yeah.
You're absolutely right.
It's kinda pathetic..hm?
Us Hardcore Toonami Faithful?
Ha.
But another reason I'm really ultimately upset?
Toonami IS GONE.
Another group of kids..or any other
Will never witness the magnificence that was that friggin' block.

And nothing will ever compare to it.

 

[DarthGonzo]

But yeah, DG I understand what you're saying.
And yeah.
You're absolutely right.
It's kinda pathetic..hm?
Us Hardcore Toonami Faithful?
Ha.
But another reason I'm really ultimately upset?
Toonami IS GONE.
Another group of kids..or any other
Will never witness the magnificence that was that friggin' block.

And nothing will ever compare to it.

I look at it this way. You've seen my posts in the Godzilla thread. You know how hardcore I am with that. I've been into it for well over 20 years. Yet the character has been retired and it's unknown whether or not they're ever going to bring him back. And as much as that sucks I still have fond memories, DVDs, toys and whathaveyou in order to keep my interest going. Something doesn't die just because it's not there anymore.

When Jim Henson died he didn't want people to mourn his death but to celebrate his life. Again, instead of crying over what was and dwelling on how there'll never be another Toonami i think it's healthier to think about the good times and accept that nothing lasts forever.

 

[Soul]

I look at it this way. You've seen my posts in the Godzilla thread. You know how hardcore I am with that. I've been into it for well over 20 years. Yet the character has been retired and it's unknown whether or not they're ever going to bring him back. And as much as that sucks I still have fond memories, DVDs, toys and whathaveyou in order to keep my interest going. Something doesn't die just because it's not there anymore.

When Jim Henson died he didn't want people to mourn his death but to celebrate his life. Again, instead of crying over what was and dwelling on how there'll never be another Toonami i think it's healthier to think about the good times and accept that nothing lasts forever.

Ahaha.
That's what we're doing
(Or I am anyway)
It's just sad though, and mainly cause I don't think Toonami will come back.
Godzilla always does.
Toonami won't, at least I highly doubt it.
And that is a sad fact, but I'm gonna move on and every now and them reminisce of nostalgia by watch the old promos and TV Spots and of course the shows.

 

[Neo Ultra Mike]

I can't say I cried but when I saw the first news that Toonami was offically cancelled I have to say I did feel a big rush of sadness and anger. I've been watching Toonami for at least over 9 years (maybe 10 since I do remember the 98 shows) and seeing another piece of my childhood die out is depressing. Espically since it confirms that Cartoon Network dosen't care about it's own history anymore and will just cancel something because it dosen't get enough ratings (even though it's they're own fualt for not promoting it). The actual message also left me with a lingering feeling of sadness but hey at least they outright said it instead of ignoring the issue (something they might of done a few years ago). So I guess that's something.

 

[Mala Loba]

Wow.

I wasn't aware Toonami ended last night. In the recent years, I was not that an avid watcher of it, but I remember about six or seven years back I watched it avidly. I don't remember what I watched, but I know I liked it and it was probably all anime...?

I'm not crying my eyes out, but it definately feels like the end of an era.

 

[Jimmy Kudo]

*reads poll*

Hmm...where's "Not nearly as much as when I watched episode 25 of Death Note for the first time"?

...I guess I'll vote for "Other"...

 

[gundam555]

The Final Bump was so very sad and depressing. It's the same kind of depressed I get when I come to the end of a Book series I've been reading for 15 years, or when you get to the end of very long running Tv series.

I'm still crying. Sigh.

You took the words right out of me...