>>Who will win?
1. That will be clear when the story goes on, but rather than winning or losing, I want them both to grow through love.


>>Why wasn't Souji the first player to die, like in the West Wind Brigade spinoff? Would it have been too gory for NHK?
2. Due to circumstances around the script and production.


>>The history of Theldesia 350 years ago said that Humans, Elves, ～
3. The remaining 3 races were brought forward by the people of the land's ancestors using the alvs' legacy.


>>Players are able to change subclasses, correct? Can you describe the process as if you were a player in the setting?
4. Players can change subclasses. Mostly it's just going to town and talking to an NPC, but some also require you to complete quests and deliver rare items. In most cases, you'll start at level 1 after changing subclass.


>>Do the women statues in Episodes 9 and 10 represent anyone?
5. Those are the six oblique princesses. The last guides of the alvs.


>>Will we see hybrid classes?
6. Elder Tales is restricted to 12 classes for the sake of game balance.


>>Can you tell us if there are any localization efforts for the series in other countries yet?
7. There are plans to publish the novels in Thai!


>>あなたは私たちのために、新しいニュースを持っていますか？
8. I'll discuss that in details next thread!


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To all 4channers
My reason for coming here was to give my words for thanks.


Right now, Log Horizon is being aired in NA, France, China and Korea. It seems like the reception is decent. That's thanks to you international fans. NHK is grateful too.


One more thing. NHK is currently receiving fan letters from all over the world. Even the guys on top are surprised by the amount. Those are really good news.


Generally speaking, the original authors and anime creators are able to receive your encouragement. However, the people managing projects, control the budget, and who


are able to work towards making stuff air in other countries, they don't appear on the surface, so they don't have the opportunity to receive this encouragement. With


everyone's support, NHK's staff are connecting with many different countries, which is amazing. Those guys are also part of the team. So we're grateful to all you in


your own countries receiving it and translating.




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>Q: Do you know what therm "sandbox" mean in regards to MMO? Did you play any?
>>Q: Do you know about EVE Online? That the game is pretty much social study about players taking order in their hands and organizing a world? What do you think about it?
It's an MMO trend with a themepark mentality and unaligned players.
I know of EVE Online.




>>Q: Many believe, that your portrayal of PvP guilds and players in MMO is extremely shallow. Do you have expiriences with PvP? PKing? Guild warfare? Faction wars? Sandbox MMO PvP?
I know some things about PvP and Guild warfare.
However, regarding Log Horizon there's no plans to make it a major theme at the moment. There's no way to fit every theme in a single work.


>>Do you have plans to localize the Log Horizon board game?
There aren't any plans for the board game yet.


>>How much are you involved in making the anime? Do they ask your opinions much?
I talk to the anime staff.
If I demand things in a loud enough voice, various opinions make it through to them.
However animation and novels are different media, and they're professionals. We've strived to build a relationship where we work together while respecting each others' domains.


>>Can you confirm season 2 for Log Horizon, or is still negotiating with NHK?
Of course, negotations take forever.
However, at the moment I can't say anything.


>>How do you feel about the pacing of the anime? Do you like how they handled the Round Table Conference?
I wonder if they put the most effort into the storyboards and script. I am satisfied with the pacing.




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Momentum of the thread!
If the leaked questions sorry.
Also understand me wrong doing please.


> > Q: round table conference was interesting. Guild drama is typically prevalent in MMOs. Especially ones with PVP. Where did you get your ideas from for these parts?


Any past experience or stories?
MMO was playing the past are also affected. Also in the negotiation of real human relationships and between the companies was inspired.


> > Sensei, do you hate us for pirating?
Extension of commercial piracy and fan activity that I and many in Japan by distinguishing it from the creators.
People in a commercial that is it money you want to copyright infringement is certainly won't do good effect.
But about this piece, the last answer was:)


> > Also I apologise if some people are rude, please ignore the trolls.
What place has many kind people and some lonely people:)
I know you and I from OK!


> > How do you feel about adaptation? Is NHK doing a good job? Are they cutting out much?
Has a very good job.
Anime has unique attraction for anime, and remains even I'm enjoying it.


> > What is your favorite Japanese novel?
There are many some of the Dragon "Fame" series.
Kumi Saori teacher!


> > Mamare, XBOXONE or Play Station 4 or PC?
It is a PC!


> > Can't wait to see the newbies fight in the animation
mamare is exactly the same.


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>>my only question i would like answered is are the train tracks from japan still there in the half gaia project? fixing them up would create a great and safe pathway


between cities and it would be exciting to see the people in akiba make a steam train.
Most of those tracks are completely rotten and restoring them would require an enormous amount of effort and funds. But that's a very nice idea.


>>What games do you like?
I really like various types of games.
One board game I'm having fun with is "7 Wonders"


>>Q: What music do you listen to when you're working on Log Horizon?
I listen to the ED (your song) a lot.
I listen to Old Number too. In my next volume (8), I intend to focus on Isuzu, so I need to study music.


>>Will there be less censorship on the Blu-rays? For instance more bloody fights or mob kills, for instance the light novels show that killing monsters are like


killing animals and the killed monster would leave a corpse before turning into a bubble.
The BD footage should be almost completely the same as the TV broadcast version.
And there will be bonus stuff provided with the BD.


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>Mamare-sensei, do you watch Sword Art Online or .hack?
I do!（≥∀≤）


>>Akatsuki is my waifu. I guess what I'm trying to ask is, do I have your blessing as her creator to continue having Akatsuki as my waifu?
There are lines even the author can't cross.
You should ask things related to Akatsuki to Akatsuki herself!


>>I'd just like to ask about the real-world props that got dragged into Log Horizon's world. For example, all those cars that we see covered in moss in the


backgrounds, do they still have an engine? And is it possible for someone in their world to fix it, with the right subclass? A Mechanic, maybe?
Repairing cars that have rusted away to the point there's moss on them must be extremely difficult. Even if those cars are Peugeot or Honda.
That said, there are adventurers trying to do this in the novel. They're most probably in The Rodrick Firm.


>>Q: How are HP and Mana (MP) decided for each player? Is it based on their race or class?
It's decided by their class, their race, their level, and also by their current equipment


>>Q: Do all subclasses grant extra skills like Akatsuki's 'Tracker' subclass?
A lot of the subclass give skills to their owner. There are also subclasses that are exclusively there for roleplaying.


>>Is there any plan to release the novels for Log Horizon in the UK? I would love to own them but I can't read Japanese.
There was a meeting just recently about this very topic.
But unfortunately they couldn't manage to settle to an agreement. Looks like it'd be hard making a profit on it.


>>Watching Nobunagun next season?
I'm looking forward to it!（≥∀≤）


>>Are you a fan of Nobuyuki Fukumoto's works?
Of course. My favorite work from him is Gin to Kin (Silven and Gold).


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>>Mamare do you like monmusu ?
Of course I do! I'm buying it day one at Akihabara! The most cute is the new heroine, Arakune.


>>Tetra seems really cute. Will she get with Naotsugu?
His lovers aren't his partners. Tetra is a good girl.


>>Is your sister real?
She does exist.
But she isn't as cute as everyone seems to think.
When she gets angry, she goes and hides only one of my shoes.


>>Have you heard of the new MMO "Wildstar"? Have you tried it?
First time hearing of it. I'd love time to be able to play all of the games.


>>Are you still NEET, Mamare-san?
Much like Princess Raynesia, my days filled with laziness and elegance have vanished away. I'm working everyday :(


>001 Can I move the game character between different servers at a time when the ancient tales were playing? Kanami could go to the European server?
Of course, you can change servers.


>002. What kind of ability in subclass "Pathfinder" from Hasegawa Naotsugu? And what he does not use them?
It's being used everyday.
You win more loot when you kill monsters, and you're able to sense when monster are nearby on the field. It's just not explicitly shown in the novel/anime.


>>Speaking of which, will the international community receive a chance to develop items for Log Horizon?
If you get access to the NHK, I think you have a chance.


>>Mamare-san, how many hours weekly do you spend playing MMO
I haven't had the chance to play for the last few months. (T-T)


>>Also a question, have you heard that your fans are fan translating your Light novels? Because we're enjoying them a lot.
I am aware of it. Because of my relations with the guys at my editing company, I can't really recommend it but...
If you enjoy it, then it's OK for me!（≥∀≤）


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>>Mamare-sensei, what is your favourite part of MMOs?
Meeting various people, working together to complete things.


>>How will plumbing work in elder tales? Or other things that runs the city infrastructure, like electricity and such.
Concerning cities' infrastructure, things like electricity and gas are still nonexistant.
For water one can either go to the water tower where it is replenished by water spirits, or rely on magic furniture.
Sewers do exist.
(But white alligator monsters have settled down there)


>>Question:How many Player will Join the Log Horizon guild?
In the end twelve players from twelve classes will join Log Horizon.




>>Are you pleased with how the anime is adapting your work? Is there anything that was skipped or changed that you don't like?
That's difficult.
The anime is satisfying as an anime production.
The VAs' acting is splendid.
Shiroe, Naotsugu, Akatsuki, Nyanta, Serara, Krusty(?), Isuzu, and Rundelhaus(?) are especially good.
And I have to restrain myself in front of one of the seiyuu. I'm one of her fans after all.
Please look forward to the last five episodes!




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>>How long the novel volume you plan to write before it ends? I hate to see it stop half way like alot of author did. I do hope the novel volume are very long since


the story are enjoyable to read at.
I intend to make Log Horizon a 15 volume series, with some small things on the side.
I should be able to complete it with your support.


>>Q: Who is your favorite character in K-On?
It's Ricchan（≥∀≤）


>>Mamamare-san, do you like to cook? What is your favorite food?
I love cooking. I can eat almost anything, but my favorite are fish, eggplant, and natto.


>>Mamare san, do you enjoy Berserk?
You're talking about the manga "Berserk", right? I love it. The art is awesome.


>>Mamare, what is your favourite anime?
I'm enjoying Kill la Kill, Non Non Biyori, and Arpeggio this season.


>>If Log Horizon was ever to become popular enough for NHK to put funding towards a real life game of Elder Tale, would you approve of it? I'm sure it'd be cool if it


didn't break the fourth wall and had Shiroe as a character.
As NHK is the broadcaster, it won't be made into a game.
You need lots of funds to make an MMORPG. That's why I know it's very hard to make.
That said, there's a chance small-scale offers like smartphone games make it, so that's great.


>>Are any of the characters based off of friends or people you know?
They're resembling my friends.
There's actually a character based off a player with whom I've played a MMO in the series.


>>Q: will there plans to show and explain more of the subclasses that haven't been mention yet? like the vampire, beast tamer?
A vampire should be showing up soon.
I can't actually explain all of the sub classes, so it'd be great if we could announce a setting book/artbook.


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>>Question: What would be your reaction if Yoshiyuki Tomino would personally critizie your work and call it talentless and harmful?
Mr. Tomino is one of the greatest anime directors and a senior.
You're basically asking me what I would do if I got spoken ill of by someone like him?
Young creators are basically desperatly fighting their way in, with their own works.
If they don't do that, they won't make good works.
Knowing that, Mr. Tomino is criticizing those young creators to bring them up well.
Even if that ended up making you cry, you need to endure it.
And first of all, Mr. Tomino is only giving challenges to creators he thinks are full of prospects.


>>How can us fans overseas show support and future demand for more seasons of Log Horizon? Are blu-ray sales the most important factor?
>>I'd like to hear it from Mamare-sensei himself. And LH is a different case than most other shows due to being under NHK. Unless he's answered it previously, then forgive my retardation.


Of course the sales are the most important factor.
That said, it's not the only important factor.
The view count on Crunchy Roll, the comments, and the fan letters are also important.
If I wanted to go further, I'd even say that simply it being discussed a lot on Twitter is good.
Log Horizon is receiving a lot of support! And the team is thankful for that.




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>>The Fox-Tail race loses primary class skills randomly with level ups. Was this just to balance out the higher beginner stats? Were there more reasons?
This is unreasonable for an MMO, and so wouldn't appear in a reality.
However, it was necessary to make Shiroe's rival character special.


>>Jin Kisaragi
Good evening (good morning?), Jin!
You have become known as the "French LH fan" in the Japanese community.
Thanks for your support!


>>Do you have plans for any international collaboration on details, similar to your current arrangements with your Japan fanbase?
When we next ask for new items, please try submitting ideas on twitter!
The writing team has their hands full, but we'll keep on the look out as best we can.


>>Could you give information on what is happening on the European Server?
And is there a Crusading guild in Europe?
On the European server, city states are employing adventurer guilds as mercenaries, like in medieval times. It has become a tale of adventure, dragon slaying and duels of honor.


>>Question: Would you let Yutaka Yamamoto adapt your works into anime?
>>What are your favorite anime studios?
>>If you had to chose between two - would you pick SHAFT or Kyoto Animation?
All animation studios have their own good points, but I really like Toei Animation.


>>Have you realized that through Internet Log Horizon has reached to people worldwide?
Yes. There are comments from various countries using the #loghorizon hashtag.
This is something not seem by other anime.
"It seems something different from usual is happening here."
I notice this, and the Japanese fans are also noticing this.
It is a great honor.


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>>If it's an MMO, why did everyone name their characters so seriously? I mean there is noone like "XxX_Arhas_XxX" around. Considering that there is too much people on the server, you'd have a hard time naming your character.
Instead of portraying 'real' MMO usernames, I prioritized having usernames that make it easy for the reader to remember for the story.


>>Q: Are the NPCs and Adventurers able to have children together?
>>Q: Can Adventurers have kids? And would they be adventurers?
They'll probably be able to do so. Even if it's just a few people, this might eventually happen.


>>Does Krusty ever arouse you when you write about him? He arouses me when I read about in.
>>Krusty arouses everybody
That is so. The guy with the "Krusty" username chose that name because he liked that character (from the Simpsons).


>>Waiting for the scrubs arc in novel 8!
Roger that. I'll get that done before the new year.


>>Q: Is there any character in Log Horizon that is based on yourself? Or any character that you can self-insert into easily?
Nope. I wrote this story more for the readers than myself.


>>Q: Do you also enjoy DATABASE DATABASE LIVING IN THE DATABASE WOW WOW, Sensei? I love that song. How did you choose that song?
The staff for the anime series chose this song with anime fans and the direction of this novel in mind.


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>>Mamare-sensei, serious question: Why do Shiroe, Krusty and Henrietta adjust their glasses so much? Are the glasses buggy?
That's because it's a cool, anime-ish gesture.
It's a gesture that shows that they're a true villain inside. Don't think too deeply of it, or you won't be able to truly enjoy it（≥∀≤）


>>Q: C85 is slowly approaching. Are you looking forward to the incoming fan material that's gonna be produced about Log Horizon? How about a lewd doujin here and


there?
You're talking about those things that boys of age are interested in, right?
I close one eye and just overlook it.


>>Any chances that we get figmas for Naotsugu?
I also want Log Horizon Nendroids.


>>Q: Will there come a point that the LN plot (aka Shiroe's story), and Kanami's story (aka the web side story) intersect? Or will they remain separate? Because it


would be... interesting to see how Shiroe and his friends tackle the <Genius> monster dillema.
If Shiroe doesn't want to push too hard and settle with a normal conclusion, they won't cross.
If he want the absolute best conclusion, then he'd need some kind of support he couldn't even imagine, and you guys know that Kanami is one of those people able to


help him in that way, right?


>>Its obvious that Naotsugu and Marielle will get together eventually, will you portrait in the novels in a obvious way or you plan to take the subtle approach and


give slight hints about it?
In my next publication, out on the 20th, you will be able to see how their couple develops.


>>Teacher Mamare, what system would you use for your Log Horizon Tabletop RPG?
It's a completely original system.
They'll progressively start releasing news over the course of the year, or so the development team said.




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>>Mamare-sensei, is the reason why the gaiden have hard time getting published due to the certain turtle ninja?
It's for a reason resembling that.
The true reason is that I don't have the time to go back and review/correct the text.




>>I have a question for you: Would you consider making an appearance at international anime conventions or festivals?
I'll tell you the truth that shouldn't be known.
Those kind of events are only offered to diligent and excellent writers.
As I like being lazy at hom and just purring at home, I don't know if I'll be given that chance.
But if I'm ever given a chance, I'll be very glad to meet all of you!


>>What does your imouto think of Log Horizon? In the volume 4 afterword you mentioned that she bought it too.
She told me that "You did somewhat well, for someone of your kind".
That's the greatest word of praise I've received from her in ten years.


>>Q: Do you think Crunchyroll is the future of anime in foreign countries in getting money to you quickly, sensei? A lot of anonymous apparently use it to support your works from overseas.
I'm really thankful for it.
Thanks to Crunchyroll, Japan anime is being spread legally, and in a timely manner.






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>> Q: Who's got the bigger size, Demon Queen or Maryelle?
Satan -sama has a great uniquely chest .
The Maryell It is a little small .


>> Q: Do you have glasses fetish?
I think women of glasses that's cute .
The Henrietta , great dance scene in anime is waiting .


>> Q:? Are Assassins the only class with the ability to quickly vanish from active combat Or does the Tracker subclass allow it?
Assassin has the offensive power of the deadly blow if there is enough level difference with the other party .
( So Tracker) surprise is I am good at more Akatsuki .
But that defeat momentarily opponent HP the same level often is difficult .


>> Mamare-san, can people create modern technology like guns or television if they have a high enough skill and real-life knowledge?
Is there a possibility , but it is used and making is different .
As you build up a powerful weapon , 200 level may be required in order to be equipped .


>> Q: lyrics of the OP is very popular street look . Such as DATABASED, such as WOWWOW has become the story . Teacher I happened to think the OP
I think it is a good song . It is not familiar with the music , but what is heroic .


>> do you still play EQ2 sir mamare if yes in which server i'd like to play with you sometimes:?? D
It's had to retire now . What a pity!


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>>First, could weapons that are normally impossible to wield with one hand, like large axes, hammers, or even spears, be used single handed by an Adventurer with


sufficient arm strength,[...]
Digital games are such that single-handed weapons are single-hand equipment, double-handed weapons are double-handed equipment, with equipment heaviness being


unrelated. (I forgot the term for this.)
As such, if any of [what are mentioned in the question] occurs, it would be a so-called urban legend by word-of-mouth.


>>Secondly, if an Adventurer were to just dump all the weapons in their inventory out on the ground, could they wield any of those weapons normally by just picking


them up?
Yes, as long as you meet the respective requirements.


>>We will get a second season of the anime, right? RIGHT?
We don't know that yet.


>>Before the Catastrophe, how were EXP pots restricted for trade to other characters?
Nope, they are bonus items that are tradeable.
Since EXP Pots are very useful in leveling your character at low levels quickly in Elder Tale, you can say that it is priceless.


>>Mamare-sensei, are you planning on explaining the reason why they got stuck inside the game? Or is it explained later in the novels?
Yes, of course.
However, perhaps they could have been 'purposefully trapped' in the game?
You could say that it is possible that they were trapped by accident or by purpose. Who knows?


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>>Q. Who is your waifu?
That's a secret... There are so many I can't choose!


>>Q. What is your favorite anime of all time?
That's also something I can't answer because there are so many.
That said, I've watched and rewatched the Utena movie many times. I absolutely love it.


>>Beach Episode when?
You're right, that's an extremely important question.
The answer is, next week. In episode 11!


>>What do you think of Minori's Voice Actress? I her voice is really cute.
Nao Tamura is a rookie VA.
I've chosen her knowing that fact.
To voice the youngsters (Minori, Touya, Isuzu, Lundelhaus, Serara), we've chosen VAs whose carriers were comparatively short.
This so so that they grow up together with Minori, or so wished the staff.
Regardless of them being rookies, they've got charm.
I'm supporting those cute girls, and the rest of the VAs too.


>>Is there any plan for the story in the American server ? in the main story or in "gaiden".
>>like rebuilding the security or a story of a cook destroying the huge crime guild.
>>I wanna see what its like if a Hollywood-like story or American comic-like story happens in Log-hora world.
This is something I also want to see, but I just don't have enough energy left for it.
What happens in the world of Log Horizon, and the mysteries that I've left in various locations around the world, are blank pages that are there so that people can


write their very own story about it.
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>>What's your opinion about the anime as well? If given the chance to choose your preference, would you have chosen another anime studio to do your LN series?
The anime companies in Japan are very close to each other.
Someone can work at several studios, and studios help other studios anonymously.
Success isn't guaranteed by simply choosing a certain studio. I'm satisfied with the current system.


>>Mamare-san, who is your favourite character in Non Non Biyori? I like Koma-chan.
The candy shop owner.




>>Hi Mamare-sensei. Do certain servers have specific classes? For example, in North America, it would not make sense to have a Samurai.
Yeah, they've probably got various classes.
I'll think of an event that'll clear things up.


>>How is religion treated in Elder Tale world Mamare san?
This is also something that is being dealt with in the actual story.


>>Mamare-sensei, if you could play Elder Tales, what class and subclass would you be?
I'd probably choose something like Druid and Apothecary.
There are so many I'd like to become I can't choose.
I've created them so that they're all charming, after all.




>>How many hours your work per day?
On busy days, around 14 hours.
But there are also days where I nap for half a day! :D


>>Why does Japan have a population problem? Is it connected to anime?
If I had to say, I'd say that it's mainly because of the depression.
The proportion of elderly in the whole population has greatly increased, and young people feel that their life is as if they'd become slaves of the society. [I suspect


there's a misspelling here, with 靭性 instead of 人生. Or is there?]


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>>what's your favorite Gundam?
V-Gundam. It's a masterpiece. Katejina is the best.


>>How are class armor and weapon restrictions handled now that the world has changed? For example: If a mage attaches plate / mail armor onto their robe, does that
allow them to still equip the armor, and if so, does it apply any negative effects?
He can put on the armor, but due to the severe penalties he might not be able to battle.


>>Are there any weapons which have more than one weapon type?
Yes there are, since the times when it was still just a game. However, they are mostly high-level magic items.


>>Are there crossbows in the world of Elder Tale and can they be equipped by players?
Hien has this equipped. You should have known this even from the anime.


>>Do adventurers age at all?
This is still unknown.


>> Do the different races of adventurers have special racial abilities or more proficient at certain types of combat than other races?
Yes, like the night vision ability.


>>If someone creates a hang-glider flying apparatus would it be possible for a magician to use air spells and keep it floating indefinately sort of like an airplane?
Magicians can't cast spells that last forever.
However, they surely are people in the LH world that would experiment with this.


Well then, I've been around here for a really long time.
Even though there are still plenty of questions unanswered, this is as far as I can go for today.
Yours truly will be going to bed soon.
Thanks everyone.


have a Nyanderful day!