Starshimy
ThunderCats is the absolute best cartoon ever created. In a time when Anime was not yet that popular in the U.S., the creators of ThunderCats had the sensibility to try something new, to make ThunderCats stand apart by using Japanese cartoonists.With the most talented voices of any cartoon, ThunderCats reached the top of the charts, an instant hit. It had sensational, original music which had a different theme for each character and the theme song was catchy and simple enough for kids to pick up and sing along.It was truly original. In a time when heroes were macho beyond macho, Lion-O had the vulnerability of having the mind of a child trapped in the body of an adult, the result of his body aging while spending 10 Galacto years in a suspension capsule. As Tygra said in the second episode, he missed those important growing up years where a person matures into adulthood. He was truly relatable to kids.Kids also related well to Wilykit and Wilykat, two kids on the team who had to deal with adults telling them what to do.All the ThunderCats were superb characters, though I must say Tygra is my favorite. The cartoon blended three very important elements which helped it become a success: action/adventure storytelling, humor, and moral & ethical values. And that most kids love cats didn't hurt either.Cartoons today stink, the 80's rocked for the best cartoons and ThunderCats were the best ever. This was my favorite cartoon as a kid and I find now watching them on DVD, I love them more than ever. It's a cartoon which both kids and adults can love.ThunderCats Ho!
Armybratsmom2624-1
OK, so here's my take on those fab cats! Lion-o: Big strong guy with an awesome sword. A little unsure of himself at times, but who isn't? Always willing to help out others and a bit shy around Cheetara.Panthro: A tough guy with a tender heart. But watch out for his nun chucks, they're lethal. A master mechanic who is in love with his "baby", the Thundertank.Tygra: Architect and designer, he is also a physic of sorts. He is a voice of reason for the other Thundercats, uh, when he isn't getting addicted to Silky Fruit or keystones, LOL, just had to put that in there.Cheetara: OK boys, go ahead a drool. This she cat is a fast one and an accomplished fighter. She is also known as a sex symbol of teenage boys during the 80's.Wily Kit and Wily Kat: Always getting into trouble, but still very adorable. These kids were the link for many kids, even today. They go through what we did at that age, so we can relate to them.Snarf: Lion-o's former nursemaid and his verbal conscience, he's not too good with electronics, but he can help out in a pinch.Bengali: What can I say, the man is sexy(or maybe I just think so). A blacksmith back on Thundera, Bengali has had to reforge the Sword of Omens on more then one occasion. Oh, and don't forget his growl (shivers) Pumyra: Often overlooked and under-appreciated, this chick gets very little respect. What is known about her is that she is a healer and has never had a change of clothes.Lynx-o: The oldest of the Thundercats, he was blinded during his escape from Thundera. Very knowledgeable about most everything and is sensitive to sound. He uses a braille board to "see" things. Not bad for an old guy.So there you go, my little account of the Thundercats. If you want to know more, check out some of the websites dedicated to them. I'd give you a site, but I'm not sure the censors would let me. :(
flowersd
Man it's about time. Watching these brings back memories of running home from school just to see the Thundercats. I am glued to the television now just like I was back in 85! I only have one question (must have missed this when I was young) Wiley-kit and Wiley-kat.. exactly how old are they supposed to be? I noticed that when leaving Thundera, Lion-O was a small child as were Wiley-kat and kit, but when arriving on Third Earth, Lion-O is all grown up while the kiddy-cats are still...Kittens. Not like this will stop me from finishing the first half of Season 1 (Second half I believe is due in December 2005), but if anyone has any info to my question it would be greatly appreciated.
Scarfacefan522
What more can be said about this classic animated series, Thundercats. It had everything that 80's cartoon shows had that most cartoons of now don't have: Originality. That classic good vs. Evil, morality story that was full of adventure. Like Transformers, Voltron, Defenders of the Earth, the original He-Man: And the Masters of the Universe, and G.I. Joe, Thundercats stood out as the classic show where you didn't have to rely on 3D animation or state of the art technology. Thundercats stood out on its own and Now with the DVD release, new generations can be introduced to it. And continue to be passed on. Thunder! Thunder! Thunder! Thundercats, HO!!!